5th Grade Poetry List 2

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Terms in this set (15)
blushing
develop a pink tinge in the face from embarrassment or shame.
Image: blushing
smug
showing an excessive pride in oneself or one's achievements
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quench
to satisfy one's thirst by drinking
Image: quench
fierce
displaying an intense or ferocious aggressiveness
Image: fierce
hauled
transport in a truck or cart
Image: hauled
pursed
pucker, typically to express disapproval or irritation
Image: pursed
sneered
smile or speak in a mocking manner
Image: sneered
lowing
to utter the deep, low sound
Image: lowing
lopsided
with one side lower or smaller than the other
Image: lopsided
panting
breathing with short, quick breaths; out of breath
Image: panting
abstainto hold back from an activity by choice; to hold back from votingdetainto hold back; delay; to keep from proceedingextendto hold out; to unbend; to stretch or spread out; to offertenanta holder of land rights; a person who holds the right to live in a residence; an occupanttentativeholding back on the final decision; uncertain; hesitant; not fully agreed upon

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