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corrode |
(v) to eat or wear away by degrees, usually by chemical action |
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corrosion |
(n) the process or the result of corroding |
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debris |
(n) broken, scattered remains |
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debris |
(n) litter; rubbish |
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elated |
(adj) happy and excited; overjoyed |
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elation |
(n) a feeling of great joy and excitement |
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exploit |
(n) a brave or daring act; an adventure |
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exploit |
(v) to make full use of; to utilize |
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exploit |
(v) to use in a selfish way; to take unfair advantage of |
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leeway |
(n) an extra amount of time or space that allows some freedom |
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miniature |
(adj) on a small scale |
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miniature |
(n) a very small copy |
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miniature |
(n) a small painting, especially a portrait |
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mobile |
(n) an artistic structure with parts that move easily |
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mobile |
(adj) easily moved |
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onset |
(n) a start or a beginning |
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ooze |
(n) soft, watery mud, as at the bottom of a lake or the sea |
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ooze |
(v) to leak out slowly |
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pathetic |
(adj) causing feelings of pity or sorrow |
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pathetic |
(adj) held in low esteem; arousing scorn |
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preliminary |
(adj) coming at the beginning; coming before the main event or activity |
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quest |
(n) a hunt or search |
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restrain |
(v) to hold back; to keep under control |
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restraint |
(n) a holding back or keeping under control |
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restraint |
(n) something used to control or hold in check |
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salvage |
(v) to save from destruction or loss |
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salvage |
(n) property saved from loss or destruction |
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scour |
(v) to clean by scrubbing hard |
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scour |
(v) to search thoroughly |
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