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In a world filled with callous behavior and gruff attitudes, finding peace amidst the chaos can be a challenge. This collection of thoughtfully curated stories explores the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity. From haphazard encounters to tacit understandings, these tales delve into the depths of the human experience, shedding light on themes of betrayal, heresy, and redemption. Prepare to navigate the labyrinth of emotions, as characters grapple with the unfathomable mysteries of life and love. Through moments of succinct clarity and perceptive insights, this anthology serves as a reminder of the power of compassion in a sea of peripheral indifference.
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Vocabulary List #10 English IV
1. cacophony • (noun) • A harsh jeering sound
2. callous • (adjective) • Lacking feeling, mercy, etc.; unfeeling
3. carp • (verb) • to find fault with and complain constantly; to nag or fuss
4. gruff • (adjective) • Stern; surly; hoarse; rough
5. gullible • (adjective) • Easily fooled or tricked
6. haphazard • (adjective) • Lacking any definite plan or order; occurring by chance
7. heretic • (noun) • A person who holds opinions opposed to established beliefs
8. perfidy • (noun) • Treachery; a deliberate breach of faith
9. peripheral • (adjective) • Of or located on the edge
10. philistine • (adjective) • A person with views that are regarded as shallow or narrow-minded
11. succinct • (adjective) • Clearly expressed in a few words
12. sullen • (adjective) • Morose; sulky; somber or gloomy
13. tacit • (adjective) • Implied but not spoken or written
14. tactless • (adjective) • Inconsiderate of another’s feelings
15. unfathomable • (adjective) • Too difficult to understand; too deep to measure