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marquee

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a large tent used for outdoor events or performances, typically featuring a high peaked roof and often serving as a temporary venue

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The wedding reception was held under a beautiful marquee in the garden, adorned with fairy lights and flowers.

As the sun set, the circus performers entertained the audience under the colorful marquee, delighting both children and adults alike.

matinee

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a musical or dramatic performance that takes place in daytime, especially in the afternoon

assignee

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(law) a person or entity to whom property, rights, or obligations are transferred or delegated by another party through a legal assignment

conferee

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an individual who participates in a conference or meeting

consignee

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the recipient of goods or merchandise that have been shipped or transported

perigee

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the point in the orbit of a celestial body, such as a satellite or moon, where it is closest to the Earth

apogee

melee

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a fight that is noisy, confusing, and involves many people

pedigree

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the recorded ancestry or lineage of individuals, typically in the context of their descendants tracing back to a common ancestor

repartee

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quick, witty, and clever conversation or exchange of remarks

vicissitude

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the unpredictable changes or fluctuations in circumstances, often involving alternating periods of success and adversity

aptitude

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natural talent or ability in a particular skill or area

inaptitude

desuetude

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the state of disuse or neglect, often resulting in the abandonment or cessation of a practice, custom, or law

platitude

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a statement or advice that is no longer effective or interesting because it has been repeated over and over again

certitude

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the feeling of complete certainty

altitude

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the distance between an object or point and sea level

pulchritude

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physical beauty or attractiveness, often characterized by aesthetically pleasing features, especially that of a woman

lassitude

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a feeling characterized by a lack of interest, enthusiasm, or energy

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