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Vocabulary

Vocabulary. Week 20. recourse. n a person or thing turned to for help or advice; the act of seeking help or protection S: redress, remedy, resort. r esidue. n a remainder, that which remains when a part has been used up or removed S: remnant, remains, leavings. solicitous. a dj

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Vocabulary

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  1. Vocabulary Week 20

  2. recourse • n • a person or thing turned to for help or advice; the act of seeking help or protection • S: redress, remedy, resort

  3. residue • n • a remainder, that which remains when a part has been used up or removed • S: remnant, remains, leavings

  4. solicitous • adj • Showing concern or care; fearful or anxious about someone or something • S: concerned • A: unconcerned, indifferent, apathetic

  5. staid • adj • serious and dignified; quiet or subdued in character or conduct • S: sedate, sober, prim • A: gaudy, jaunty, unconventional

  6. sustain • v • to support, nourish, keep up; to suffer, undergo; to bear up under, withstand; to affirm the validity of • S: foster, maintain

  7. Sentences • You may ____________ a serious eye injury if you forget to wear your safety goggles when you work with chemicals or power tools. • Many companies have a dress code which requires that all employees wear ____ colors such as navy or gray.

  8. Sentences • Neighbors made ____________ inquiries about the state of the elderly couple’s health. • A ______ of sticky taffy made the pan difficult to clean. • If my letter of complaint fails to get results, I will still have ___________ to higher authority.

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