Category: Pondering
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Murmur
A murmur is a soft, faint sound that can be heard when listening to the heart with a stethoscope. It is often described as a “whooshing” or “swishing” noise, and can be caused by turbulent blood flow through the heart or blood vessels. Murmurs are quite common and can be harmless, but in some cases,…
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Orphan
An orphan is a child who has lost one or both parents due to death, abandonment, or other circumstances. Being an orphan can be a traumatic and challenging experience, as these children are left without the love, support, and guidance that parents provide. They may also face financial difficulties, lack of access to education and…
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Malvoisie
Malvoisie is a type of white wine that is produced primarily in Switzerland, France, and Italy. It is known for its aromatic qualities, with notes of peach, apricot, and floral undertones. Malvoisie is often described as having a rich and full-bodied taste, with a slightly sweet finish.In Switzerland, Malvoisie is one of the most popular…
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Glede
Glede is a word that has its origins in Old English and Middle English, meaning joy, gladness, or happiness. It is often used in poetic or literary contexts to convey a sense of delight or pleasure. The word glede is not as commonly used in modern English as it once was, but it still carries…
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Rider
A rider is a person who participates in horseback riding, whether for leisure or competition. Riding a horse requires skill, balance, and communication with the animal. Riders must have a good understanding of horsemanship, which includes grooming, feeding, and caring for the horse.There are many different disciplines within horseback riding, such as dressage, show jumping,…
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Excerptions
Excerptions are small excerpts or sections taken from a larger text, document, or piece of literature. They are often used to highlight key points or ideas, provide context, or serve as examples in academic writing, research papers, or literary analysis. Excerptions can be used to support arguments, analyze themes, or illustrate specific details within the…
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Aegrotat
An aegrotat is a provision in academic institutions that allows a student who is unable to complete their coursework or exams due to illness or other extenuating circumstances to be awarded a pass without having to meet the standard requirements. This provision is put in place to ensure that students who are facing significant challenges…
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Vinblastine
Vinblastine is a chemotherapy medication that belongs to a class of drugs known as vinca alkaloids. It is commonly used to treat various types of cancer, including Hodgkin’s disease, non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, and certain types of leukemia. Vinblastine works by disrupting the formation of microtubules, which are essential for cell division. By inhibiting this process, vinblastine…
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Octodecimo
Octodecimo is a book size which refers to a publication that has been printed on paper that has been folded into 18 leaves or 36 pages. The term octodecimo comes from the Latin words “octo” for eighteen and “decimo” for ten, indicating the number of leaves in the book. This format was popular in the…
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Angiosperms
Angiosperms are a diverse group of plants that reproduce through the production of flowers and seeds enclosed within a fruit. They are the most abundant and diverse group of plants on Earth, with over 300,000 species belonging to this category. Angiosperms can be found in a wide range of habitats, from tropical rainforests to deserts,…