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a striking or artistic scene or arrangement of people or objects, often presented on stage or in art

a social or cultural prohibition against certain practices or discussions

understood or implied without being stated

a small sharp nail; or to change direction in sailing or approach something differently

the ability to say or do the right thing without offending others

showing skill and sensitivity in dealing with others

relating to or involving tactics or strategy

a person who is skilled at planning and achieving goals, especially in military or business

related to or involving the sense of touch

showing a lack of sensitivity in dealing with others

to damage or spoil something by adding an undesirable quality

spoiled, corrupted, or made impure

a count or record of a number or amount; a score or total

tropical fruit with a brown pod containing a sour pulp used in cooking

A musical instrument with a circular frame, metal jingles, and a drumhead, played by shaking or striking.

To interfere with something in a harmful, unauthorized, or improper way.

Unauthorized alteration or interference with something without permission

a bicycle built for two riders, one behind the other

a straight line or plane that touches a curve or curved surface at a point but does not cross it

relating to or along a tangent; slightly or indirectly related to something

Having a strong, sharp, and pleasantly biting flavor or taste.

A person whose job is to tan animal hides to make leather.

A place where animal hides are processed into leather.

To tease or torment someone with the promise of something desirable but unattainable.

Something that excites desire or interest, often by being just out of reach.

Equivalent in seriousness or effect; virtually the same as.

An uncontrolled outburst of anger and frustration, typically in a young child.

To gradually decrease in width, thickness, or intensity.

A piece of thick textile fabric with pictures or designs woven into it, often hung on walls.

A large hairy spider found in warm regions.

Delayed; arriving or happening late.

A tax imposed by the government on imported or exported goods, also known as duty, customs tax, or levy.

To lose luster, especially as a result of exposure to air or moisture; to damage reputation.

A large sheet of strong, flexible, water-resistant material used for covering or protecting things.

A torn piece of cloth or clothing; to become ragged or torn.

Worn out, shabby, or in poor condition.

to provoke or challenge someone with insulting remarks

stretched or pulled tight; tense

Requiring a lot of effort; physically or mentally demanding.

The science or practice of classifying things, especially organisms.

a small perforated device used to strain tea leaves from brewed tea

expressing or showing sadness and sorrow; inclined to weep

Powered or guided by technology; dependent on technological advancement for operation.

A method, skill, or art in a particular field, especially in the arts or sciences.

A small detail of law, rule, or procedure; a minor point that affects an outcome.

Relating to the structure of the earth's crust and the large-scale processes that take place within it.

the state of being tedious; monotony or boredom

to be full of or swarming with

full of or swarming with things or people

to move or balance unsteadily; to wobble