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Advocate – v. – to speak or write in favor of; support or urge by argument; recommend publicly Aplomb - n. – imperturbable self-possession, poise, or assurance Barrage – n. – an overwhelming quantity or explosion, as of words, blows, or criticisms
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Advocate – v. – to speak or write in favor of; support or urge by argument; recommend publicly • Aplomb - n. – imperturbable self-possession, poise, or assurance • Barrage – n. – an overwhelming quantity or explosion, as of words, blows, or criticisms • Cognizant – adj. – aware (usually fol. by of ) • Collusion – v. – a secret agreement, esp. for fraudulent or treacherous purposes; conspiracy • Hegemony – n. – leadership; predominance • Nebulous – adj. – hazy, vague, indistinct, or confused • Paradigm – n. – an example serving as a model; pattern • Unctuous – adj. – slippery or greasy; affecting an oily charm • Urbane – adj. - reflecting elegance, sophistication, etc.