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Term | Definition |
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Profusely | adverb Plentifully; in great amount |
reprimands | noun punishments |
surveying | verb examining or looking at carefully |
reluctantly | adverb hesitant; unwilling |
grasping | verb holding firmly |
jovial | adjective cheerful; happy |
paraphernalia | noun equipment |
perfunctory | adjective carried out with a minimum of effort or reflection. |
scold | noun a woman who nags or grumbles constantly |
petulantly | adverb Irritably, impatient irritation |
precisely | adverb carefully |
consulted | verb sought (seek) advice or information |
daintily | adverb delicately |
ritual | noun a ceremonial or traditional act |
desperately | adverb hopelessly |