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Joshua had a very _________ daily schedule, rigidly planning every hour of the day.
Although it might seem that a rigid schedule is difficult, we cannot imply that directly. The word “regimented” best fits the needs of this sentence, meaning “strictly organized in a strict schedule.” The word is related to a number of words for “ruling” such as “regal,” “regent,” and “regalia.”
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The librarian continually reminds students to choose __________ sources for their research papers since accuracy of information is important in the writing process.
Since the librarian wants information that is accurate in students' papers, she most likely reminds students to choose credible or trustworthy sources.
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Robert loved to have large ceremonies in which he could __________ present himself before a crowd in a grandiose and self-centered manner.
Since Robert likes to draw attention to himself with large ceremonies, he could be said to act “pompously.” In an older sense, “pomp” or a “pompous display” would merely mean a large and splendid event. However, the word often implies not only a grand style but likewise that it is meant to draw attention to the one showing said style.
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Before you drink the water from that dirty river, you need to filter it and treat it with certain chemicals; only then will it be __________.
"Potable" means suitable for drinking.
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“Don’t you think that assigning five hours of homework a night is a bit too __________?” the concerned parent asked the teacher.
"Onerous" means burdensome.
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“It wasn’t very nice or __________ to tell that other little girl that you thought she was boring,” Ann said to her daughter.
"Tactful" means skillful at not offending others.
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Ever since Jean Paul and I broke up, everyone tells me the same __________ phrase: there are always more fish in the sea.
"Hackneyed" means clichéd, or worn out by overuse.
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Marisol had only a(n) __________ understanding of how to fix and maintain her car, and so she took an automobile repair class.
"Superficial" means shallow, or lacking depth.
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Because Louisa had just jogged three miles in the sun, her face looked __________.
"Florid" means having a red or flushed complexion. It also can mean flowery or ornate.
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I don’t know what to do with a very __________ student whom I have. My usual responses to bad behavior, such as sending him to the principal’s office and having conferences with the parents, are not changing his actions.
"Recalcitrant" means defiant or unapologetic.
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The young boy offered her his hand, grinning __________, since he knew it was still covered in mud.
The subject of the sentence knows that he is going to cause someone displeasure, therefore he is being mischeivous—"devilish," when used in this context, means the same thing; therefore "devilishly" is the correct answer.
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Each question below is made up of a sentence with one or two blanks. One blank indicates that one word is missing. Two blanks indicate that two words are missing. Each sentence is followed by five choices. Select the one word or pair of words that will best complete the meaning of the sentence as a whole.
The __________ competitiveness between the hockey teams during the championship showed their desire to win.
In the championship, both teams had a desire to win and were therefore relentless or persistent in their competitive spirit.
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In his enjoyment of the concert, Isidore was transported into a __________ state of aesthetic joy.
Given the verb “transported,” this sentence describes a significant state experienced by Isidore. The term “rapture” best captures such intensity in experiencing delight. The word is derived from the Latin for “to seize,” and a person who is “rapt” is seized by some experience.
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The dull early spring soon gave way to the __________ colors of the full spring bloom.
When applied to colors, the word “vivid” describes particular depth or brilliance. Generally, thoughts or recollections are termed “vivid,” as in “vivid memories;” however, the term originally meant merely “lively.” It is derived from the Latin base “to live” founding words like “revive,” “vivacious,” and “survive.”
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After two years on the shelf, the spices had become __________, having little remaining taste.
Based on the information provided, the only thing that we can say about the spices in question is that they have lost their flavor. In such a case, the spices are considered “insipid,” a word that is the opposite of “sapid,” which means “having a strong taste.”
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Each question below is made up of a sentence with one blank. The blank indicates that a word is missing. Each sentence is followed by five choices. Select the one word that will best complete the meaning of the sentence as a whole.
When Suzie baked, she attempted to use _____ combinations of ingredients in order to create delectable desserts.
Since Suzie wants to create delicious desserts, she needs to use judicious combinations of ingredients or combinations she makes using good sense.
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Each question below is made up of a sentence with one blank. The blank indicates that a word is missing. Each sentence is followed by five choices. Select the one word that will best complete the meaning of the sentence as a whole.
His _____ lifestyle was not conducive to running, biking, or similar activities.
If his lifestyle is not conducive to physical activities, it means that he leads a sedentary or inactive life.
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The old woman was so __________ that she looked through dumpsters for coupons others had thrown away.
The behavior exhibited by the old woman is a clear indicator that she has some problems with money. Two of the answer choices, "obsequious" and "preeminent," do not have much to do with financial issues. "Resplendent" and "generous," while having some relation to money, generally indicate having a large amount of wealth. "Impecunious," which means not having financial means, is the correct choice.
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Fortunately, the concussed player was ___________ during his post-game check-up, and the prognosis was that he would recover well.
While the player did receive a concussion, which indicates harm and mental confusion, the structure of the sentence indicates something different. The fact that the player has a good prognosis means that he was actually clear-headed and awake, making "lucid" the correct answer.
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When their father decided to dress like them, his teenage children thought he looked ___________ and hopelessly out of touch.
The main phrase to pay attention to in this sentence is "hopelessly out of touch." All choices with any sort of positive tone can be ruled out. The correct answer choice needs to indicate that the father looks silly, which is the definition of "ludicrous."
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