| A | B |
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| arbitrary | adj. based on preference, convenience, or chance rather than law, reason, or fact |
| conspicuous | adj. obvious; easy to see |
| detest | v. to dislike intensely; to hate |
| dexterity | n. 1. skill in physical action 2. mental quickness |
| dregs | n. the least desirable part |
| flourish | v. to thrive; to prosper n. a stylish ornamentation; a decoration |
| fray | n. a fight; a brawl v. to wear away by friction |
| incoherent | adj. lacking logical connection |
| nullify | v. to make invalid; to repeal |
| paltry | adj. of little or no importance |
| persistent | adj. refusing to give up; remaining for a long time |
| prediction | n. something foretold; a prophecy |
| sinister | adj. threatening; ominous |
| succinct | adj. clearly expressed with few words |
| tundra | n. a treeless plain in arctic regions having permanently frozen subsoil |
