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SB Unit 9
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| annexation | the act of appending or attaching, especially to something larger or more significant |
| dearth | a scarce supply |
| mingle | to mix or bring together in combination, usually without loss of individual characteristics |
| vertigo | the sensation of dizziness. |
| obliterate | to destroy every trace of or wipe out completely |
| tacky | lacking style or good taste |
| outskirts | the outer parts or area, especially of a town |
| blueprint | a model or prototype |
| reformatory | a penal institution for the discipline, reformation, and training of young or first-time offenders |
| convalescent | returning to health after illness or debility |