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a reversal or check in progress
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a situation in which no progress can be made
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hold (something) dear
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a place or situation that favours the development or occurrence of something
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a person, place, or thing regarded as a perfect or proverbial example of something
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a thing intended to conceal a difficulty or embarrassment
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established firmly or solidly
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devoted to or biased in support of a party, group, or cause
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someone who tries actively to persuade a government that a particular law should be changed or that a particular thing should be done.
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having concern for one’s own welfare and interests before those of others
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make (a doubt, feeling, or belief) disappear
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strengthen or support physically or mentally
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