The Medal Glossary

by John Dryden

The Medal Glossary

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Idol

Someone or something that is worshipped

Strive

making great efforts to achieve or obtain something

Counterfeit

an imitation of a real product

Essence

the core nature of something/someone

Exalted

speaking or thinking highly of someone

Bartering

exchanging goods for others things without money

Hypocrite

someone who preaches one thing but secretly or openly does not follow it

Nimble

usually describes a person who is quick and flexible in movement

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