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| To make an accurate diagram of |
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| fullness and accuracy of detail |
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| Neglectful of a duty or obligation |
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| In a very poor condition as a result of disuse and neglect. |
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| Modest in dress, manner, or behavior |
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| young women while men would probably be called proper or staid |
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Modest in dress, manner, or behavior
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| (esp. of a woman) Making a pretense of shyness or modesty that is intended to be alluring but is often regarded as irritating |
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| A person who differs markedly in behavior, belief, or attitude |
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| Develop in a different direction |
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Rising in active revolt
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Not conforming with accepted or orthodox standards or beliefs
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Having an obstinately uncooperative attitude toward authority
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| Without the basic necessities of life |
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| Skillful in using one's hands or mind; Clever |
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Dexterity, Dexterousness
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| Clever or skillful in using the hands or mind |
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| Conservative or Traditionalist |
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| piece de resistance- Accent on e in piece and resistance |
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| (of a man) Confident, stylish, and charming |
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| A check from which a king cannot escape. |
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| A position requiring little or no work but giving the holder status or financial benefit. |
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| A position in which one is greatly or uncritically admired |
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| Skillful use of one's hands when performing tricks. |
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| A person or thing that has the same name as another |
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| Surprise and confuse (someone) so much that they are unsure how to react. |
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| Abstract theory or talk with no basis in reality. |
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| With hands on the hips and elbows turned outward. |
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| Very appropriate to a particular situation |
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| Something given as a bonus or extra gift |
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| Danger of loss, harm, or failure. |
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