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Term | Definition |
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Profusely | adverb Plentifully; in great amount |
reprimands | noun punishment |
Surveying | verb examining or looking at features carefully |
reluctantly | adverb hesitantly; as if unwilling |
grasping | verb holding firmly; as if grabbing tightly |
jovial | adjective cheerful; overly happy or boisterous |
paraphernalia | Equipment relating t a specific task |
perfunctory | adjective carried out with a minimum of effort or reflection (without thought) |
scold | noun An old-fashioned term for a woman who nags or grumbles constantly; always criticizing |
petulantly | adverb irritably, important irritation |
precisely | adverb carefully in fine detail |
consulted | verb sought (seek) advice or information |
daintily | adverb Delicately in a small and gentle way |
ritual | noun ceremonial or traditional act |