Unit 1 Vocabulary

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Across
  1. 4. synonyms:agree, concur
  2. 7. a proverb, wise saying
  3. 8. synonyms: grating, shrill, different, divergent, conflicting
  4. 10. a watch, especially at night; any period of watchful attention
  5. 11. A fortress that over looks and protects a city; any strong or commanding place
  6. 12. Why does nature always seem to _________ nasty weather for our annual family picnic?
  7. 15. to float or hand suspended over; to move back and forth uncertainly over or around
  8. 16. to make impossible, prevent shut out
  9. 18. Most serious performers prefer constructive criticism to ______ flattery
  10. 20. synonym: fumble for, cast about for
Down
  1. 1. antonyms: swift, speedy, prompt
  2. 2. applause, enthusiastic praise or approval
  3. 3. synonym: windfall
  4. 5. to return, go back
  5. 6. to develop gradually; to rise to a higher level
  6. 9. antonym: work alone
  7. 13. The store manager instructed all the salesclerks to avoid______replies to customers'questions.
  8. 14. I tried not to _______ other riders as I exited the crowded bus.
  9. 17. My essay includes a long _______ from a speech by Sojourner Truth
  10. 19. synonyms: wreckage