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Hunger Games
Vocabulary List 3
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Wheedle (WEE-duhl) | To gently persuade or flatter someone to get what you want. |
| Stalemate (STAYL-mayt) | A situation where neither side can win or make progress. |
| Forte (FOR-tay) | A person’s strong skill or talent. |
| Respite (RES-pit) | A short break or rest from something difficult. |
| Deluge (DEL-yooj) | A heavy flood of water or a large amount of something. |
| Unhinged (uhn-HINJD) | Affected or as if affected with madness or insanity |
| Wallow (WAH-loh) | To roll around or feel sorry for yourself for a long time. |
| Garish (GAIR-ish) | Too bright, showy, or flashy in a way that’s not attractive. |
| Segue (SEG-way) | A smooth transition from one topic or situation to another. |
| Palpable (PAL-puh-buhl) | So strong or intense that it feels almost touchable. |
| Haggle (HAG-uhl) | To argue back and forth about a price or deal. |
| Riveting (RIV-i-ting) | So interesting or exciting that it completely holds your attention. |