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  • invigilation

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    Invigilation is the act of supervising or monitoring to ensure rules are being followed, often used in the context of overseeing students during an examination to prevent cheating or dishonesty.
  • Dinoflagellate

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    Dinoflagellates are a group of mostly unicellular, non-parasitic protists constituting the phylum Dinophyta. They exhibit diverse features in terms of size, lifespan, nutritional habits ranging from autotrophic, heterotrophic, to mixotrophic, and many possess two flagella that facilitate movement. Often found in marine and fresh water ecosystems, they form one of the largest groups of marine eukaryotes and a significant component of phytoplankton. Some species produce toxins and are responsible for harmful algal blooms.
  • Brindle

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    An animal so coloured.
  • pars distilis

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    “Pars distilis is a Latin phrase in anatomy that translates to distal part. It typically refers to the part of an organ or body structure that is situated farthest from the point of origin or attachment.
  • araneidan

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  • unseasonably

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    Not seasonably; not agreeably to time or occasion.
  • free thought

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    Free thought is a philosophical viewpoint that asserts that opinions, beliefs, or conclusions should be formed on the basis of logic, reason, and empiricism, and should not be influenced by authority, tradition, or any other dogmatic belief system. It emphasizes critical thinking, skepticism, and an open-minded approach to knowledge and understanding.
  • shot tower

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    A tall building in which droplets of molten lead fall into a pool of water in order to form lead shot
  • alder buckthorn

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    The alder buckthorn is a species of flowering plant in the colon family Rhamnaceae, native to Europe, western Asia, and northwest Africa. Its scientific name is Frangula alnus. It is a small, deciduous tree or shrub that produces fruits that have medicinal properties. Its bark is used to produce a yellow dye and is also used in traditional medicine. The plant is typically found in wet or moist woodland climates.
  • angelical

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    having a sweet nature befitting an angel or cherub
  • mesocricetus auratus

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    Mesocricetus auratus, commonly known as a golden hamster or Syrian hamster, is a species of rodent belonging to the hamster subfamily, Cricetinae. They are native to Syria and Turkey. Due to their appealing attributes such as a small size, slow speed, and docile nature, they are often kept as pets. They are also frequently used in scientific research. They are nocturnal animals and solitary by nature.
  • slate-black

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    Slate-black refers to a very dark shade of grey or black that resembles the color of slate rock.
  • jet set

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    What about the literary device?
  • herb christopher

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    Herbert Christopher is a former professional American football player who played safety for four seasons for the Kansas City Chiefs in the National Football League.
  • political sympathies

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  • court order

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    A court order is an official proclamation by a judge (or panel of judges) that defines the legal relationships between the parties to a hearing, a trial, an appeal or other court proceedings. Such ruling requires or authorizes the carrying out of certain steps by one or more parties to a case. A court order must be signed by a judge; some jurisdictions may also require it to be notarized.
  • coville

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    There seems to be some confusion with this term, as Coville doesnt appear to have a general definition in English dictionaries. However, Coville is often recognized as a surname. For example, Bruce Coville is a well-known childrens author. In a geographical context, Coville is a commune in the Ardennes department in northern France. The term may have different meanings in different contexts, so its important to determine its use in a given situation.
  • giovanni battista tiepolo

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  • algidity

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    coldness and collapse
  • open-end fund

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    An open-end fund is a type of mutual fund that continuously issues and redeems units or shares based on the net asset value (NAV), which changes daily. Investors can buy or sell shares directly from the fund at the end of each trading day at the NAV price. There is no limit to the number of shares the fund can issue, hence the name open-end. This makes the fund highly liquid, allowing investors to easily enter or exit. Open-end funds may invest in a variety of asset classes such as stocks, bonds, or other securities.