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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Profusely | plentiful; in great amount |
| Reprimands | punishments |
| Surveying | examining or looking at carefully |
| Reluctantly | Hesitant; unwilling |
| Grasping | holding firmly |
| Jovial | Cheerful; happy |
| Paraphernalia | Equipment |
| Perfunctory | carried out with a minimum of effort or reflection. |
| Scold | 1. To correct or yell at someone for doing something wrong 2. In the story- a woman who nags or grumbles constantly |
| Petulantly | Irritably, impatient irritation |
| Percisely | Carefully |
| Consulted | Sought (seek) advice or information |
| Daintily | Delicately |
| Ritual | A ceremonial or traditional act |
| Desperately | Hopelessly |