The Duck Commander Family — Vocabulary
Willie & Korie Robertson
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parisha local church community or in some places including Louisiana: a jurisdiction of government like a county Are we talking about a governmental or a religious parish?more Show sample from book Phil was born and raised in Caddo Parish in Northwest Louisiana, near where the state converges with Arkansas and Texas.†p.6.56 more a local church community…
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motivationreason for doing something A generous commission structure provides motivation to our salespeople.more Show sample from book This was also my motivation to start being good at business, so I could provide enough money for all these younguns.†p.147.93 more the reason for doing something; or the level of desire to do something Show general definition the reason for doing something; or the level of desire to do something
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perpetualcontinuing forever A perpetual flame burns beside the grave of John F. Kennedy.more Show sample from book She cried so much she was perpetually hoarse.†p.152.61 more perpetual → perpetually:continuing forever without change; OR occurring so frequently it seems constant Show general definition continuing forever without change; or occurring so frequently it seems constant
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legacya gift left in a will She left her vacation home as a legacy for her family.more Show sample from book Papaw Shack was six feet four inches, and a strong legacy of basketball players continues to this day in our family because of him.p.34.41 more something coming from the past Show general definition coming from the past or left to the future in various senses including: in law -- a gift given through a will -- "She left a legacy of $10,000 to her niece." of a situation -- resulting from the past -- "Today's debt problem is a legacy of profligate spending by prior administrations." of culture -- a practice passed from one generation to the next -- "The city has along legacy of bribes and corruption." of technology -- something that still uses old technology -- "We're using a legacy software that only the old-timers know how to update." of a member or potential member of an organization -- the child of a previous member -- "She is a legacy candidate."
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compassionsympathy for another's suffering and wanting to help If I see one hungry child, I feel compassion, but when I hear of a million hungry children, I'm overwhelmed and turn my mind to other things.more Show sample from book THEREFORE, AS GOD'S CHOSEN PEOPLE, HOLY AND DEARLY LOVED, CLOTHE YOURSELVES WITH COMPASSION, KINDNESS, HUMILITY, GENTLENESS AND PATIENCE.†p.19.11 more Show general definition sympathy for another's suffering and wanting to help
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instillinstill → instilled:put into one's mind His time in the army instilled him with confidence and discipline.more Show sample from book We don't have to do much discipline anymore because we instilled that respect when they were young.†p.169.72 more Show general definition to put ideas, principles, or teachings into one's mind -- typically another's mind over time with repetition
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immunenot in danger (from something) People are immune if they've had the virus previously or been vaccinated.more Show sample from book I'm not sure if Jase actually liked Raisin Bran or if seeing me locked in a closet was enough of a deterrent to make him eat it, but he seemed to be her favorite and immune to the closet torture.†p.11.61 more not in danger of suffering from something OR relating to disease resistance Show general definition not in danger of being affected by something -- especially a disease or: relating to disease resistance
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motivatemake someone want to do something We pay low salary, but high commission to motivate our salespeople to work hard and smart.more Show sample from book Sometimes people think that you should motivate your kids or employees by yelling at them when they fail or pointing out all the things they did wrong, but just the opposite is true.†p.204.11 more Show general definition to make someone want to do something
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primarilymainly Did the author mention multiple companies primarily to demonstrate diversity of solutions or to show that interest in the industry is widespread?more Show sample from book Kay was in charge of inventory, accounting, payroll, and bookkeeping, with the help of other members of the family, but she was the one primarily in charge, and she had absolutely zero business training.†p.203.1 Show general definition mainly (most importantly)
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camouflagecamouflage → camouflaged:made hard to see (in this case, probably by wearing colors or perhaps foliage to blend in) The troops camouflaged themselves before they went into enemy territory.more Show sample from book Realtree, which produces the world's most popular camouflage, decided it wanted to get more involved in the waterfowl industry.†p.131.91 more the act of hiding something by making it blend in with its surroundings; or hiding the truth; or something that hides or deceives Show general definition hiding something by making it blend in with its surroundings or: hiding the truth or: something that hides or deceives
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epican outstanding literary work that is long and heroic I think Game of Thrones is the most epic fantasy written since The Rings Trilogy.more Show sample from book He's quieter than the rest of us, but his sense of humor is epic, and he is an awesome deer hunter.†p.214.81 more an outstanding work of literature or film Show general definition something that is outstanding -- especially a literary work that is long and heroic
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attributeattribute → attributes:characteristics The spreadsheet has a column to describe the breed of dog and then ten additional columns to indicate attributes of the breeds. For example, the second column has the average full-grown weight.more Show sample from book As they grew, they recognized the attributes they have in common and learned to value one another's differences and strengths.†p.179.31 more attribute → attributes:characteristics (of something or someone) Show general definition for attribute (as in: It is an attribute of...) a characteristic or feature (of something or someone)
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republicrepublic → republics:governmental systems in which a majority of citizens elect representatives to make laws The United States and each of its states are republics.more Show sample from book Within one hour, I had a floor pass to the Republican National Convention, thanks to my good friend Rodney Alexander, my district's congressman.p.241.51 more republic → republican:of a system of government in which a majority of citizens elect representatives … Show general definition for republic (as in: the country is a republic) of a system of government in which a majority of citizens elect representatives to make laws; or someone in favor of such a form of government
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mortgageproperty loan We are the proud owners of a new home and a $100,000 mortgage.more Show sample from book Pa and Granny would provide the down payment for the property, and Phil and Kay would assume the monthly mortgage payments as my grandparents eased into retirement.†p.24.11 more a real estate loan; or pledging something for a loan Show general definition a real estate loan; or to offer real estate as collateral for a loan (collateral is something that has to be given to the lender if the loan isn't paid as agreed)
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decoysomething used to lure or distract The thieves used a fake emergency call as a decoy to draw the security guard away from the vault.more Show sample from book Phil guzzles his coffee and then loads up the truck with decoys, shotgun shells, and his favorite gun.†p.107.94 more decoy → decoys:someone or something used for trickery -- especially to lure Show general definition someone or something used for trickery -- especially to lure
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seminarya school for training ministers, priests, or rabbis Princeton Theological Seminary has the largest theological library in the United States.more Show sample from book Willie was attending seminary school at White's Ferry Road Church and was living with six guys in a small house in town.†p.86.24 more a school for training clerics -- usually ministers, priests, or rabbis Show general definition a school for training clerics -- usually ministers, priests, or rabbis
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perseverancecontinued effort to achieve something despite difficulties Her perseverance was finally rewarded.more Show sample from book CONSIDER IT PURE JOY, MY BROTHERS, WHENEVER YOU FACE TRIALS OF MANY KINDS, BECAUSE YOU KNOW THAT THE TESTING OF YOUR FAITH DEVELOPS PERSEVERANCE.—JAMES 1:2-3†p.5.13 more Show general definition continued effort to achieve something despite difficulties
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camaraderieclose friendship amongst a group of people Basketball encourages teamwork and camaraderie.more Show sample from book It takes camaraderie and a willingness to work with the other hunters in your blind to set up the decoys and call in unison.†p.117.21 more
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integralessential That was before China became an integral part of the world economy.more Show sample from book Every one of our employees at Duck Commander had an integral role in getting the company to where it is today.†p.209.41 more an essential part or characteristic Show general definition for integral (as in: integral part) an essential part or characteristic
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down paymenta partial payment made at the time of purchase We're saving money for a down payment on a home.more Show sample from book Pa and Granny would provide the down payment for the property, and Phil and Kay would assume the monthly mortgage payments as my grandparents eased into retirement.†p.24.12 more Show general definition a partial payment made at the time of purchase (the rest to be paid later)