What does disheveled mean?
To dispel means to
What does sullen mean?
To cajole is to
Linger means to
You would linger at a party if you were disheveled.
Winning the lottery would evoke a sullen response.
You can cajole a friend to dispel a bad mood by telling a joke.
One can instill courage in you by speaking eloquently.
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The _______________runaways look dirty, tired, and ragged as they approached the first safe house.
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Tubman had to constantly _____________ any fear the runaways had of being pursued by telling them stories of hope and courage and freedom.
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Tubman would _____________ around the plantation for days carefully selecting the slaves she would take, waiting for a clear night for a safe passage.
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After many long and cold night, the runaways gradually became more ________, silent, and suspicious.
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Tubman was an _______________ speaker, having to constantly tell powerful stories to __________the runaways to keep moving forward.
In which sentence is dispel used correctly?