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Margaret Peterson Haddix
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sequenceordered set The sequence of events leading to the accident was carefully reviewed by the investigators.more Show sample from book Jen had explained it to him once, told him the exact sequence of buttons to hit to disable it.†p.122.82 more arranged in a specific order Show general definition a set of things arranged or happening in a specific order -- often chronological order
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competentsufficiently capable She is a competent student and I have no doubt she will be a competent lawyer one day.more Show sample from book But everybody knows the Government's not that competent.p.62.11 more capable Show general definition capable (able to do something in a generally satisfactory manner) -- sometimes specifically to have legal capability
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cultivatedevelop or grow We encourage our representatives to cultivate a close relationship with their clients.more Show sample from book Due to the preponderance of such agricultural methods in the cultivation of illegal substances, we order you to cease and desist immediately....†p.100.41 more cultivate → cultivation:development, growth, or preparation for growing crops Show general definition enhance growth or development in various senses, including: to grow crops or prepare land for them enhance a relationship -- especially for a purpose develop discernment (better recognition of differences) in taste or judgment to grow a culture in a petri dish
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incredulousdifficult to believe I find it incredulous that you believe she is sincere.more Show sample from book Mark said incredulously.†p.46.71 more incredulous → incredulously:with disbelief; or with difficulty accepting something so unexpected Show general definition unbelieving; or having difficulty accepting something so unexpected
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resolutedetermined and unwavering She stood resolute as some complained that she was asking too much of the team.more Show sample from book Resolutely, Luke stuck his fork in the pile of scrambled eggs on his plate and took a bite.†p.22.91 more resolute → resolutely:with firm purpose or belief Show general definition firm in purpose, belief, or action
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propagandaone-sided information spread to influence opinions There is no free press in that country -- just government-approved propaganda.more Show sample from book "Don't tell me your family believes that Government propaganda stuff," she said.†p.68.72 more one-sided information that is purposefully spread to influence opinions Show general definition one-sided information that is purposefully spread to influence opinions -- often misleading information of a political nature
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contrastnotable difference The contrast in their leadership styles is striking. Olivia motivated people with fear. Isabella motivated them with praise.more Show sample from book "Well—" Jen waved her hand in a way that made Luke even more aware of the contrast between his ragged flannel shirt and patched jeans, and Ten's perfect house.†p.71.3 Show general definition for contrast (as in: there is a contrast) a difference -- especially a notable difference; or the side-x-side arrangement of things that draws attention to an unmissable difference
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rationration → rationed:restricted in the amount each person could have Gasoline was rationed during the 1970s oil embargo.more Show sample from book In Luke's country, the Government began rationing food, only allowing people to have 1,500 calories a day.†p.92.41 more ration → rationing:restricting the amount of something each person can have -- such as food or gasoline when there is a shortage Show general definition a fixed share of something, especially scarce goods like food or fuel; or to limit and distribute something in fixed shares
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speciesa group of similar animals or plants It is an endangered species.more Show sample from book He'd read all their books dozens of times, even the ones with titles like Diseases of the Porcine Species and Common Grasses of Our Countryside.†p.32.91 more a similar group of animals or plants Show general definition a group of animals or plants that are similar -- typically identified as belonging to the same group when they are of a kind that can reproduce new members of the group together
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tauntintentionally anger, challenge, or upset someone She used Twitter to taunt the opposing candidate.more Show sample from book "I'm not scared of you," he taunted, and took a big bite.†p.47.41 more taunt → taunted:intentionally angered, challenged, or upset Show general definition to intentionally anger, challenge, or upset someone -- especially by mocking them or hurling insults or (as a noun): an insult or other action intended to anger, challenge, or upset someone
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analyzeexamine in detail to better understand Analyze the situation and tell me what you think we should do.more Show sample from book He decided he couldn't analyze it yet.†p.152.5 examine Show general definition to examine and consider something in detail to better understand it
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genuinegenuine → genuinely:sincerely I am genuinely sorry for what I did.more Show sample from book But each time, Jen greeted him with big hugs and acted genuinely thrilled to see him.†p.102.2 genuine → genuinely:really Show general definition real (as when a person is sincere or an object is not a replica or fake)
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propelcause to move forward Fully aquatic mammals have lost their legs and have a tail fin to propel themselves through the water.more Show sample from book He felt his legs spring up and propel him toward Jen's dad.†p.132.21 more to cause something to move forward Show general definition cause to move forward (to push or encourage)
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comprehendcomprehend → comprehends:fully understands I don't think she comprehends how dangerous this has become.more Show sample from book Governments being overthrown, cities rioting—they were beyond his comprehension.†p.135.7 comprehend → comprehension:the understanding of something Show general definition to understand something -- especially to understand it completely
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derangedmentally imbalanced The deranged woman was ranting and raving on the street corner.more Show sample from book She looked at him as if he were deranged.p.121.31 more crazy Show general definition for deranged (as in: a deranged madman) mentally imbalanced -- often dangerously
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plausiblesounding reasonable She offered a plausible excuse.more Show sample from book The Population Police are backlogged right now, following leads from the rally, so I should have a day or two to come up with a plausible-sounding explanation.†p.130.9 apparently reasonable, but unproven Show general definition apparently reasonable, but unproven
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monopolycomplete control of a product The company was accused of trying to create a monopoly by buying out all its competitors.more Show sample from book He wished they could just move their Monopoly pieces and pretend the time wasn't ticking away.†p.150.9 complete control over a product, service, or resource Show general definition complete control over a product, service, or resource -- usually by a single person, company, or group
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pristineunspoiled The lake was pristine, its surface reflecting the clear blue sky.more Show sample from book It reminded him of a word he'd never heard, only read: "pristine."†p.57.4 unspoiled or immaculately clean Show general definition unspoiled or immaculately clean
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habitathabitat → habitats:the type of environment in which an organism or group normally lives They are endangered due to destruction of their rainforest habitats.more Show sample from book This letter was as thick as some from Luke's grandmother, but it bore an official seal, and the return address was an embossed DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN HABITATION, ENVIRONMENTAL STANDARDS DIVISION.†p.24.6
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zealactive interest and enthusiasm She attacks each challenge with zeal.more Show sample from book He gathered up dishes from the table and piled them into the sink, scrubbing everything with extraordinary zeal.†p.39.4 Show general definition active interest and enthusiasm