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::: gall - annoy; exasperate; chafe; N: skin sore caused by rubbing (as on the skin of a horse); exasperation
::: masticate - chew
::: timidity - lack of self-confidence or courage
::: inveigle - deceive; lead astray by deception; wheedle(cajole); Ex. inveigle her into joining the club; CF. interest dishonestly
::: mausoleum - monumental tomb; large stately tomb; CF. Mausolos
::: equestrian - rider on horseback; ADJ.
::: rusticate - banish to the country; dwell in the country
::: modicum - limited quantity; small amount; Ex. He does not have a modicum of sense; CF. moderate
::: whine - complain (in a sad voice); make a high sad sound (as in pain or supplication)
::: vital - full of life; animated; vibrant and lively; critical; of great importance; necessary to stay alive; of life; living; breathing; N. vitality; V. vitalize