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Vocab 10 sentences

Terms in this set (20)

management is not likely to _________ to union demands for raises because the company's profits have recently been on the decline
acquiesce
Dreams of stardom _____ many gifted young performers from all over the country to the bright lights of Broadway.
allure
Some people cannot refrain from straightening lampshades that are a little
askew
It is difficult to deflate the ___ optimism of the young
blithe
The members of the on- line discussion group were annoyed by the newcomer's _____ and rude remarks.
contentious
Those who _____ the good fortune of others are likely to be unhappy with their own lot in life.
covet
Despite the loss of an important labor endorsement, the candidate appeared in no way _____.
crestfallen
Most people look a little bit _____ when they get up in the morning.
disheveled
President Theodore Roosevelt was one of the first ____ of conversation
exponent
If you are conversing with a ______ individual, you may find it hard to get a word in edgewise
garrulous
To the composer Ludwig van Beethoven, increasing deafness was not an _____ handicap.
insuperable
After a long ,hard winter, city streets may be in a truly ____ state of disrepair.
lamentable
The term World Series is a _______ because only North American teams participate in this annual event
Misnomer
My music teacher _____ herself satisfied with my technical progress so far this year.
profess
A vacation provides a _____ from the worries and responsibilities of everyday life.
respite
In most ancient societies ______ was swiftly visited on those who broke their promises.
retribution
the trunk of the tree was almost completely encased by ________ wisteria vines
sinuous
The _____ tolling of church bells announced the passing of the monarch
sonorous
If a high- tech company is to survive in today's marketplace, it must remain in the ______ of innovation.
vanguard
Many a novel has told the sorry tale of a charming but self destructive ------
wastrel
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