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in • sist v., persist or demand. The doctor insists that I eat an apple a day.

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de • fi • ance n., act of resistance or challenge. Tommy screamed in defiance when his mom said, “Be quiet.”

loll v., be in a relaxed posture; hang or droop. The boys were lolling against the wall, waiting for the bus to come.

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au • da • cious adj., state of being adventurous or bold. Exploring space is an audacious act.

saucy adj., impudent; bold; forward. The lawyer gave a saucy look at the judge.

hom • age n., expression of respect or high regard. Lisa paid homage to her tennis coach when she won the tournament.

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as • cend v., rise upward to a higher level or position. The prince will ascend to the throne after the king dies.

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par • a • lyze v., stun; make speechless. Ben was paralyzed when he heard that he won the poetry contest.