Unit 3: Novel Study: We Beat the Street, Introduction–Chapter 9

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  1. impulsive
    without forethought
  2. apathy
    the trait of lacking enthusiasm for or interest in things
  3. retrospect
    contemplation of things past
  4. daunting
    discouraging through fear
  5. dysfunctional
    impaired in function; especially of a bodily system or organ
  6. reacquaint
    become familiar with again
  7. strive
    attempt by employing effort
  8. sparse
    not dense or plentiful
  9. unconscious
    lacking awareness and the capacity for sensory perception
  10. gait
    a person's manner of walking
  11. stern
    serious and harsh in manner or behavior
  12. insignificant
    of little importance or influence or power; of minor status
  13. inquisitive
    given to questioning
  14. warily
    in a manner marked by keen caution and watchful prudence
  15. lucrative
    producing a sizeable profit
  16. stimulate
    stir feelings in
  17. deterrent
    something immaterial that interferes with action or progress
  18. regal
    belonging to or befitting a supreme ruler
  19. rigorous
    demanding strict attention to rules and procedures
  20. saunter
    walk leisurely and with no apparent aim
  21. retort
    answer back
Created on Tue Nov 10 12:40:42 EST 2020 (updated Fri Nov 13 14:02:15 EST 2020)

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