| A | B |
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| abduct | (v) to kidnap, carry off by force |
| ambiguous | (adj) not clear; having two or more possible meanings |
| balk | (v) to stop short and refuse to go on |
| compact | (adj) closely and firmly packed together; small; (v) to squeeze together; (n) an agreement between parties; a small car |
| confer | (v) to consult, talk over, exhange opinions; to present as a gift, favor, or honor |
| earmark | (v) to mark an animal's ear for identification; to set aside for a special purpose; (n) an identifying mark or feature |
| frigid | (adj) extremely cold; lacking warmth of feeling |
| implement | (n) an instrument, tool; (v) to put into effect |
| incalculable | (adj) too great to be counted; unpredictable, uncertain |
| indisputable | (adj) beyond question or argument, definitely true |
| intensive | (adj) thorough, deep; showing great effort; concentrated |
| maneuver | (n) a planned movement; a skillful plan; a scheme; (v) to perform or carry out such a planned move |
| sabotage | (n) an action taken to destroy something or to prevent it from working properly; (v) to take such destructive action |
| scant | (adj) not enough; barely enough; marked by a small or insufficient amount |
| stealthy | (adj) done in a way so as not to be seen or observed; sneaky; underhanded |
| strapping | (adj) tall, strong, and healthy |
| strident | (adj) harsh, shrill; unpleasant sounding |
| thrive | (v) to grow vigorously; to grow in wealth and possessions, prosper |
| titanic | (adj of enormous size, strength, power, or scope |
| valiant | (adj) possessing or acting with bravery and boldness |
