Chapter 2 words in context

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Dilemma

A situation requiring a difficult choice

Inclination

A tendency, or preference, to think, act, or behave in a certain way; a leaning

Wary

Cautious; on guard; careful

Zeal

Enthusiastic devotion; intense enthusiasm; passion

Subsequent

Following, in time or order; next; later

Curt

Rudely brief when speaking to someone; abrupt

Sabotage

To deliberately destroy to damage; to do harm to

Demoralize

To lower spirits of; weaken the confidence or cheerfulness of; to discourage

Retort

To reply, especially in a quick, sharp, or witty way

Irate

Very angry; furious


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