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Texas Revolution
Vocabulary Words
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| expanding | to increase the extent, number, enlarge |
| decreased | to grow progressively less (as in size, amount, number, or intensity |
| outnumbered | to exceed in number |
| tension | a state of hostility or opposition between individuals or group |
| immigration | travel into a country for the purpose of permanent residence |
| tariffs | duties imposed by a government on imported or exported goods |
| resolutions | something that is decided upon |
| opposition | hostile or contrary action or condition |
| conventions | an assembly of persons met for a common purpose |
| surrendered | to yield to the power, control, or possession of another upon demand |
| loyalty | the state of being devoted |
| defend | to drive danger or attack away from |
| overpowered | to take control by force |
| inspired | to spur on; motivate |
| grievances | the formal expression of complaints |
| elect | carefully selected; chosen |
| retreat | the process of withdrawing from what a difficult,dangerous, or disagreeable situation |
| independent | |
| release | to set free from restraint or confinement |
| border | an outer part or edge |
| violated | break or disregard the law |
| rebellion | defiance of or resistance to an established government |