| A | B |
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| arduous | (adj.) Requiring much effort; very difficult. |
| canny | (adj.) Shrewd and careful; watchful of one's own interests. |
| climax | (n.) The highest point; the greatest moment or event. |
| endorse | (v.) 1. To sign the back of a check before cashing or depositing it. 2. To approve of; to support. 3. To be favorably associated with a product in return for payment. |
| exuberant | (adj.) Happy and excited; bubbling over with enthusiasm. |
| intrepid | (adj.) Feeling or showing no fear; brave; courageous. |
| kindle | (v.) 1. To start burning. 2. To cause to become excited or stirred up. |
| lucrative | (adj.) Producing wealth or profit. |
| mentor | (n.) A wise and loyal friend and adviser. |
| obsession | (n.) An interest, idea, or feeling that fills one's mind and leaves little room for anything else. |
| personable | (adj.) Pleasing in manner and appearance. |
| proficient | (adj.) Able to do something very well; skillful. |
| scanty | (adj.) Not enough or just barely enough; small in size or amount. |
| strait | (n.) A narrow body of water connecting two larger ones. |
| zest | (n.) Great enjoyment of; excitement. |
