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a soluble base substance, typically with a pH greater than 7, that neutralizes acids

A British law passed in 1863 to regulate the emission of hydrochloric acid gas from alkali works, representing one of the first pieces of environmental legislation.

the whole quantity or extent of something; every one of something

to reduce the intensity of fear, worry, or pain; to calm

a claim or assertion that someone has done something illegal or wrong, typically without proof

Claims or assertions that someone has done something illegal or wrong, typically without proof.

to claim or assert something, typically without proof

said or thought to be true, but not proven

used to say that something is claimed to be true, though not proven

loyalty or commitment to a group, cause, or leader

a story, poem, or picture that can be interpreted to reveal a hidden meaning, often moral or political

A substance that causes an allergic reaction.

to make suffering, pain, or a problem less severe

a narrow passageway between or behind buildings

a formal agreement or union between groups, countries, or organizations for mutual benefit

joined by agreement or treaty; associated; connected

a large reptile similar to a crocodile but with a shorter, wider head

to repeat the same consonant sound at the beginning of words in a phrase or sentence

the occurrence of the same consonant sound at the beginning of words in close succession

to distribute or assign resources, duties, or responsibilities for a specific purpose

the process or action of distributing something

to give or assign something, often a share or portion, to someone

A portion of something allocated or assigned to someone.

to give permission for something to happen or someone to do something

a sum of money given regularly, typically for a specific purpose

A mixture of metals or a metal combined with another element.

To refer to something indirectly or casually.

To attract or tempt someone with charm or appeal.

attractive and tempting; fascinating

An indirect reference to something without mentioning it explicitly.

Making indirect references or hints; suggestive without being explicit.

Relating to or derived from alluvium (loose soil or sediment deposited by rivers).

The gradual increase of land by the deposit of soil from water; also, a flood or overflow of water.

Fertile soil deposited by flowing water, especially in riverbanks.

To unite or form a connection or partnership with another person, group, or nation.

An annual publication containing calendars, weather forecasts, astronomical data, and other useful information.

having unlimited power; omnipotent

a large cupboard or wardrobe used for storing clothes and other items

edible seed of the almond tree, rich in protein and healthy fats

very nearly, but not exactly or completely

Money, food, or goods given to the poor as charity.

a succulent plant with thick fleshy leaves and medicinal properties; produces tubular flowers

Up in or into the air; overhead.

having no one else present; on one's own

moving in a constant direction on (a road, path, or surface)

next to or together with someone or something

Not friendly or forthcoming; cool and distant.

in a voice that can be heard; not silently

a set of letters or symbols in a fixed order used to represent the sounds of a language

Arranged in the order of the letters of the alphabet.