trick; a deceptive maneuver (especially to avoid capture)
The detective saw through the criminal's ruse and arrested him.
Vocabulary like ruse appears on the Digital SAT in Words-in-Context questions, where you choose the word that fits a passage's meaning and tone. You can also drill this word with vocabulary flashcards.
severity; something hard to endure
agitate; cause annoyance in; disturb, especially by minor irritations
stream; a small stream
strong and able to withstand stress
awaken or stir up
flushed; inclined to a healthy reddish color often associated with outdoor life
regret; feel remorse for; feel sorry for; be contrite about
search; search haphazardly
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