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Beacon |
a light or fire on the top of a hill that acts as a warning or signal |
As part of the centenary celebrations a chain of beacons was lit across the region. |
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Wrath |
Extreme anger |
The people feared the wrath of God. |
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Bare |
only the most basic or important |
There isn't much time, so I'll just give you the bare facts/details. |
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Reckless |
doing something dangerous and not worrying about the risks and the possible results |
He was found guilty of reckless driving. |
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Moron |
a very stupid person |
Some moron smashed into the back of my car yesterday. |
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Fledge |
(of a young bird) develop wing feathers that are large enough for flight. |
The chicks are expected to fledge in August. |
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Hassle |
(a situation causing) difficulty or trouble |
I can't face the hassle of moving again. |
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Boundary |
a real or imagined line that marks the edge or limit of something |
The Ural mountains mark the boundary between Europe and Asia. |
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Despite |
without taking any notice of or being influenced by; not prevented by |
He managed to eat a big lunch despite having eaten an enormous breakfast. |
