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I Survived The San Francisco Earthquake, 1906 — Vocabulary
Lauren Tarshis
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constantcontinuous The history of computers is a history of constant technological advancement.more Show sample from book Why did that kid constantly pester him?†p.14.6 constant → constantly:in a manner that is unchanging, continuous, or happens repeatedly Show general definition unchanging, continuous, or happening repeatedly
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summonsummon → summoned:called to come I was summoned to the principal's office.more Show sample from book "No," Leo said, summoning up all of his strength.†p.12.4 summon → summoning:calling forth; or calling to come Show general definition to call to appear, come, or take action -- often used for official or serious situations, including legal notices or emotional/spiritual urges
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massivevery large The entrance has massive brass doors.more Show sample from book They each grabbed one of Wilkie's massive arms.†p.76.6 Show general definition very large in size, number, or effect
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waverwaver → wavered:faltered (stopped being strong) Through good times and bad her love for him has never wavered.more Show sample from book Fletch wavered a little, Leo could see.†p.37.3 waver → wavered:was unsure or weak; or moved back and forth Show general definition to move back and forth (shake or quiver) or: to change, be unsure, or weak
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refugeerefugee → refugees:people who fled their homeland to getaway from a dangerous or difficult situation We're asking for humanitarian aid to assist and resettle the refugees.more Show sample from book All around them were refugees from San Francisco.†p.81.8 refugee → refugees:people who fled their homeland Show general definition someone who has fled their homeland to getaway from a dangerous or difficult situation; or related to such people

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