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 5000 Words Level 1 - 2 - Spelling Practices
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n. tree of the genus Ulmus, of several species, much used as a shade tree, particularly in America


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n. the air of compelling charm, romance, and excitement, especially when delusively alluring; a magic spell


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n. glance; a quick look; see briefly; a brief or incomplete view


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v. utter a deep guttural sound, like an angry dog; give forth an angry, grumbling sound; emit low guttural sound


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v. touch; feel with the hand; use or hold with the hand; manage in using; deal with


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n. unpleasant physical effects following the heavy use of alcohol; letdown, as after a period of excitement


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n. edge or border on a piece of cloth, especially a finished edge


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n. a prisoner who is held by one party to ensure that another party will meet specified terms


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v. cause to feel shame; hurt the pride of


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a. having existence only in the imagination; fanciful; visionary


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