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Esperanza Vocab
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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| anticipated | looked forward to; expected |
| forlorn | lonely and sad; unhappy and neglected |
| renegades | outlaws; rebels |
| persistent | determined; refusing to give up |
| doting | being excessively fond |
| careening | wobbling or swerving while in motion, usually at a high speed |
| brooded | was in a state of gloomy, serious thought |
| cot | a light portable bed, especially one of canvas on a folding frame |
| accosting | approach boldly or aggressively |
| gingerly | with great care or caution |
| retrieved | recovered or gained |
| preoccupied | completely lost in thought |
| cope | face and deal with responsibilities, problems, or difficulties |
| lapel | continuation of a collar down the front of a coat or shirt |
| regal | grand; fit for royalty |
| erupted | emerged violently |
| menacing | threatening to cause evil, harm, or injury |
| deportations | lawful removal of illegal immigrants |
| mussed | messy or untidy; rumpled |
| infuriated | very angry |