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desire – n. the feeling of wanting something

superstitious – adj. of, relating to, or influenced by superstition

superstition – n. a belief or way of behaving that is based on fear of the unknown and faith in magic or luck : a belief that certain events or things will bring good or bad luck

stroke – n. the sound of a bell being struck (The bell rung at the stroke of twelve.)

hemorrhage – n. a condition in which a person bleeds too much and cannot stop the flow of blood

frosty – adj. cold enough to produce frost

sap – v. to use up the supply of (something, such as a person's courage, energy, strength, etc.)

feud – n. a long and angry fight or quarrel between two people or two groups

redress – v. to correct (something that is unfair or wrong)

noble – adj. having, showing, or coming from personal qualities that people admire (such as honesty, generosity, courage, etc.)

mode – n. a particular form or type of something (such as transportation or behavior)

manner – n. behavior while with other people