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| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| corrode | to eat or wear away by degrees, usually by a chemical action |
| corrosion | the process or result of corroding |
| debris | broken, scattered remains |
| debris | litter, rubbish |
| elated | happy and excited; overjoyed |
| elation | a feeling of great joy or excitement |
| exploit | a brave or daring act; an adventure |
| exploit | to make full use of; to utilize |
| exploit | to use in a selfish way; to take unfair advantage of |
| leeway | an extra amount of time or space that allows someone freedom |
| miniature | on a small scale |
| miniature | a very small copy |
| miniature | a small painting, especially for a portrait |
| mobile | an artistic structure with parts that move easily |
| mobile | easily moved |
| onset | a start or a beginning |
| ooze | a soft, watery mud, as a the bottom of a lake or the sea |
| ooze | to leak out slowly |
| pathetic | causing feelings of pity or sorrow |
| pathetic | held in low esteem; arousing scorn |
| preliminary | coming at the beginning; coming before the main event or activity |
| quest | a hunt or search |
| restrain | to hold back; to keep under control |
| restraint | a holding back or keeping under control |
| restraint | something used to control or hold in check |
| salvage | to save from destruction or loss |
| salvage | property saved from loss or destruction |
| scour | to clean by scrubbing hard |
| scour | to search thoroughly |