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in or to a foreign country across the sea
"He went overseas for higher education."
a picture or design made using paint
"The painting on the wall was created by a famous artist."
to treat with excessive care and attention; to spoil
"Parents often pamper their first child."
having an unreasonable fear or suspicion of others
"She became paranoid after hearing strange noises outside."
specific or special; distinct from others
"He is very particular about his diet."
good enough to be accepted, though not excellent
"The road is barely passable after the storm."
the time before the present; gone by in time
"He often thinks about his past mistakes."
the ability to wait calmly without getting angry or upset
"Good teachers need a lot of patience."
A repeated decorative design or a regular way in which something happens or is done.
"The dress had a beautiful floral pattern."
Excessive concern with minor details or rules.
"His pedantry made the meeting unnecessarily long."
Having no mistakes or flaws; being as good as possible.
"Her performance was perfect in every way."
To confuse or puzzle someone.
"The complex instructions perplexed the students."
boldness or forwardness in speech or behavior; sauciness
"Her pertness during the meeting surprised everyone."
feeling anxious, unsettled, or disturbed
"He looked perturbed after hearing the bad news."
an illusion, ghost, or figment of the imagination
"The child claimed to see a phantasm in the old house."
a particular position or location; to put something in a specific position
"She placed the books on the table."
a person who brings a case against another in a court of law
"The plaintiff filed a lawsuit against the company."
Existing in great quantity; abundant.
"Food and water were plentiful in the village."
Containing poison; capable of causing illness or death.
"Some mushrooms are highly poisonous."
Showing good manners and respect towards others.
"He was very polite to the elderly woman."
Lacking sufficient money, resources, or quality.
"The poor family struggled to buy food."
A part or share of something.
"She ate only a small portion of the meal."
something that may happen or be the case; a chance that something exists or might occur
"There is a strong possibility of rain tomorrow."
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