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Weekly Vocabulary Words for Kids June 17
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What to KnowOur weekly vocabulary lists for kids ages 8-12 feature words frequently encountered in age-appropriate books and other texts. Learn eight new words each week with high-quality Merriam-Webster definitions and pronunciations, plus a fun crossword!
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acquiesce
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to accept, agree, or give consent by keeping silent or by not making objections
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anxious
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afraid or nervous especially about what may happen
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escalate
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to increase in extent, volume, or scope : expand
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idyllic
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very peaceful, happy, and enjoyable
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jolt
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a sudden shock or surprise
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rebut
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to prove to be wrong by argument or by proof
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thing
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Something that exists and can be talked about
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vivid
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seeming like real life because it is very clear, bright, or detailed
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