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2. An unusual feature or characteristic of a place or thing.
4. To maneuver oneself into a position by subtle manipulation.
6. A coming-of-age story that emphasizes personal development.
8. Showing a lack of respect for others by doing something that they have no right to do.
12. The act of freeing someone from slavery or bondage.
13. A regular oval shape; an elongated circle.
15. The name of a significant philosopher in Western thought.
16. To make a facial expression in which your face twists in an unattractive way.
17. A trigonometric function used in geometry and algebra.

1. A city in New Zealand and the capital of the country.
3. Careful to avoid potential problems or dangers.
5. To suspend or break off a meeting or legal case with the intention of resuming it later.
7. Concerned with beauty or the appreciation of beauty.
9. To draw out a response, answer, or fact from someone.
10. The name of a key figure in Western philosophy.
11. To surrender or let go of something.
12. To go on board a ship, aircraft, or other vehicle.
14. In Greek mythology, a primordial deity representing darkness.