American Indian Stories, Legends, and Other Writings Glossary

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American Indian Stories, Legends, and Other Writings Glossary

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Ruminate

Consider, brood on

Expurgated

Cut, censored

Regurgitate

Vomit

Frivolous

Shallow, sportive

Inextricable

Confused, tangled

Requisite

Needed, vital

Disseminate

Circulate, spread

Salient

Main, noticeable

Contravene

Break, violate

Noisome

Unpleasant, nasty

Extolled

Acclaimed

Nomadic

Roaming aimlessly

Scathing

Scorching, savage

Beguiled

Dazzled, charmed

Mollify

Pacify, soothe

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