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The Crucible Act 4
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Literature
11th Grade
11/17/2009

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flask
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a small flat container for alcohol
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rile
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to irritate somebody enough that it provokes anger
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stench
Definition
a horrible smell
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gaunt
Definition
thin and bony in appearance
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providence
Definition
the wisdom, care, and guidance believed to be provided by God; good judgment and foresight in the management of affairs or resources
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summon
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to call into court; to send for somebody
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gibbet
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a hanging post
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excommunication
Definition
exclusion from the Christian community
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quavering
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trembling
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beguile
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to charm, deceive, or cheat
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floundering
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hesitating in confusion
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reprieve
Definition
the postponement of a punishment; to stop or postpone a punishment
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retaliation
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deliberate harm against somebody in response or revenge for a harm done
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statute
Definition
law enacted by legislature or an established rule
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adamant
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very determine and not influenced by appeals to reconsider
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belie
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to disguise the true nature of something
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boundless
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limitless
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penitence
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regret for sins
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