For the Week ending 05/21/10
Directions: Choose the word that matches with the definition and appropriately fits into the blank space in the sentence.
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to become reflected; to continue in a series as if in a series of echoes
The final majestic chord of Copeland's Fanfare for the Common Man, will _______ throughout an auditorium. |
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to bounce or skip with or as if with a glancing rebound; carom, bounce back
Firing a gun in rocky terrain poses a risk of _______ of the bullet. |
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the repetition of a sound caused by reflection of sound waves; reflection, repercussion
Folklore says that the quack of a duck does not _______. |
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to return to a prior position, as from an agreement; to spring back; recoil, retract
The contrite guest apologized for swearing at the dinner table -- but did not _______ from the sentiments expressed. |
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to spring back on or as if on collision or impact with another body; to recover from setback or frustration
They say it's risky to enter into a new romance on the _______. |