Grades 9-10 (WVI 4)
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commandeer to force (a civilian) into, or seize (goods) for, the military.
culvert a man-made channel for drainage or the like that passes under a street or other thoroughfare.
euphony a pleasing, harmonious quality of sounds, especially words.
evasion the act or an instance of escaping, avoiding, or failing to perform something.
impasse a situation that allows no escape or solution; stalemate.
indelible incapable of being removed or obliterated; permanent.
insidious dangerous through cunning, subtlety, and underhandedness.
manipulate to handle or operate skillfully with the hands.
parry to deflect or knock aside (a blow or stroke), as with one's weapon in fencing.
petulant showing or inclined to show sudden or unreasonable irritation, impatience, or ill temper; peevish or sulky.
protean easily changing form or character; variable or versatile.
slur to speak of disparagingly; belittle.
sojourn to live for a short time in a place; stay temporarily.
squalor living conditions that are filthy, or the state of being dirty or foul.
travail strenuous and often painful or exhausting work; toil.