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onslaught

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a relentless and persistent series of challenges, difficulties, or obstacles, typically experienced over a prolonged period of time

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After losing her job, she faced an onslaught of financial difficulties, from unpaid bills to mounting debt.

The team endured an onslaught of injuries throughout the season, making it challenging to maintain their competitive edge.

prickle

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a small, sharp-pointed structure that grows on the surface of a plant

mongrel

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a dog that is not from a single breed

cudgel

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a short and thick stick that is used as a weapon for hitting or striking

stipend

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a fixed amount of money given to a person regularly as an allowance or salary

gendarme

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a police officer, especially in France or other French-speaking countries

hue

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the attribute of color that distinguishes one color from another based on its position in the color spectrum or wheel

What is "hue"?

Hue refers to the specific shade or tint of a color. It is what is commonly thought of as the name of a color, like red, blue, or green. Hue is what distinguishes one color from another on the spectrum. For example, different shades of blue, from light sky blue to dark navy blue, all have the same hue, which is blue, but vary in their lightness or darkness. Hue is one of the basic properties used to describe colors, along with saturation and brightness.

mulatto

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a person of mixed white and black ancestry

dyne

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(physics) a unit of force in the centimeter-gram-second system of units, equal to the force that would give a mass of one gram an acceleration of one centimeter per second squared

coronet

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a small crown, typically worn by nobility or used as a symbol of rank and honor

jargon

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words, phrases, and expressions used by a specific group or profession, which are incomprehensible to others

What is "jargon"?

Jargon refers to specialized words or expressions used by a particular profession, group, or field that may be difficult for outsiders to understand. It serves to facilitate communication among those within the same field by using precise terminology, but it can create barriers for those not familiar with the language. For example, in medicine, terms like "hypertension" and "myocardial infarction" are common jargon that might confuse someone without a medical background. While jargon can enhance clarity among experts, it may also lead to misunderstandings if used inappropriately with a general audience.

doctrine

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a system of beliefs, principles, or teachings that are formally taught, advocated, or followed

moonbeam

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a shaft or ray of light that originates from the moon

charlatan

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an individual who acts as if they possess special qualities, knowledge, or skills

palette

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a thin oval board that a painter uses to mix colors and hold pigments on, with a hole for the thumb to go through

What is a "palette"?

A palette is a flat surface used by artists to mix and hold paints. It can be made from materials such as wood, plastic, or glass and typically has a smooth, sometimes slightly textured area where artists blend colors. Some palettes also have sections to keep different colors separate. The purpose of the palette is to help artists create the desired color mixtures and manage their paints efficiently while working on a painting. Palettes come in various shapes and sizes to suit different artistic needs.

fetish

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a strong and unusual attachment or obsession with a particular object, idea, or activity

rivulet

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a small and narrow stream of water that flows naturally

statecraft

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the art or skill of managing and conducting the affairs of a state or government

envoy

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a diplomatic agent or official accredited to a foreign government or international organization, usually of lower rank than an ambassador

lough

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a body of water, typically a lake or inlet, commonly found in Ireland

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