Wilson book 2

Lisa N.
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  1. fang
    canine tooth of a carnivorous animal
    Although considered venomous by natives, it has no poison fangs. Webster, Noah
  2. vast
    unusually great in size or amount or extent or scope
    In Brazil, vast areas of the Amazon are turning into cattle ranches and soybean farms. Scientific American (Feb 22, 2013)
  3. crux
    the most important point
    Hogan said the crux of his plan will be more and better communication. Chicago Tribune (Mar 8, 2012)
  4. grid
    a pattern of regularly spaced horizontal and vertical lines
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  5. rapt
    feeling great delight and interest
    Finely dressed brides graced the aisles while attendees stood in rapt attention.
  6. prod
    push against gently
    Expect that statement to be prodded and poked in coming days.
  7. tact
    consideration in dealing with others
    Help me get through Valentine's Day with tact! Slate (Feb 13, 2012)
  8. flux
    a state of constant change
    Their very identities are in a perpetual state of flux.
  9. squall
    sudden violent winds, often accompanied by precipitation
    The heaviest squalls were hitting Florida's Gulf Coast, where there were unconfirmed reports that a tornado had touched down on Saturday.
  10. blanch
    turn pale, as if in fear
    Neilson blanched a little and reiterated that Kobe wanted to come back.
  11. stress
    a state of mental or emotional strain or suspense
    Such employees sport frazzled expressions, carry around huge stacks of papers, and complain--constantly--about how "stressed" they are.
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