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12/08
1. palm (n.)
the inner surface of the hand between the wrist and the fingers
a straight tree with a mass of long leaves at the top, growing in tropical countries. There are several types of palm tree, some of which produce fruit.
EX: He held the pebble in the palm of his hand.
2. clash (v.)
a short fight between two groups of people
the difference that exists between two things that are opposed to each other
EX:Troops clashed near the border.
3. plea (n.)
an urgent emotional request
EX: Caldwell made a plea for donations
4. plunder (v.)
to steal things from a place, especially using force during a time of war
EX: The rich provinces of Asia Minor were plundered by the invaders.
5. ripple (v) ['rɪpḷ]
to spread through a person or a group of people like a wave
EX: Panic rippled through Hollywood as the murders were discovered.
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