The Dollmaker Glossary

by Harriette Arnow

The Dollmaker Glossary

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changeovers

change from one system or situation to another.

unpatriotic

not showing love for one's country

frantically

rushed, eager

blooming

growth of flowers into petals

stench

a horrid smell

triumphant

to bask in one's achievements

bitter

anger at being treated unjustly

Idle

lazy

Ignorant

uneducated and rude

Flattered

to be complimented

Confine

enclose and restrict

Mercy

compassion towards someone

Stumble

trip

Strain

force oneself to make great effort

Haul

to drag with effort

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