abscond
verbTo leave secretly, especially to evade responsibility or detection.
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Clear all filtersTo leave secretly, especially to evade responsibility or detection.
A deliberate choice not to take part in an action, especially a decision not to cast a vote.
To officially recognize a person or organization as meeting particular standards.
To formally find someone not guilty of a charge; more generally, to clear someone of blame.
Skillful and effective, especially in a difficult situation.
Skillful in action or thought
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Having considerable wealth or financial resources.
Having considerable wealth
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Mentally troubled, upset, or restless.
Emotionally unsettled
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Emotionally distant or reluctant to become closely involved with others.
Something placed in, or belonging to, an inappropriate historical period.
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Something placed in, or belonging to, an inappropriate historical period
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Especially suitable or relevant to the matter at hand.
To express an idea clearly and effectively in words.
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Express clearly in words
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To state firmly or put forward a claim or position.
State firmly
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A refractive error in which the shape of the cornea or eye lens causes light to focus unevenly, potentially blurring or distorting vision.
Quick to notice and understand important details.
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Perceptive and practically wise
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