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| talent show |
a program of entertainment that consists of various performers and performing groups who compete to show off their talent. Performances are mostly musical, but there are often comedy and dance routines, acrobatics, and other types of entertainment also. |
| through |
in various parts of; around. [1/13 definitions] |
| water lily |
a plant that grows in a pond or lake. Water lilies have large, flat, floating leaves and pretty flowers in various colors. [1/2 definitions] |
| weasel |
a small mammal with brown fur, a long body and neck, and short legs. Various kinds of weasels are found in the northern parts of Europe, Asia, Africa, and North America. Weasels hunt at night for rabbits and rodents. Polecats, ferrets, and mink are closely related to true weasels. Weasels living in very cold regions grow white fur and are called ermine. |
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