Master Cornhill Wk 2 Crossword
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1) three sisters in Greek mythology. Most ancient sources describe them as monstrous creatures whose ugliness could turn a viewer into stone. Their hair was a mass of living snakes.2) a rule of action defined3) an episodic departure from the main theme of a larger musical work4) the quality or state of being tiresome because of slowness, continuance, or dullness5) entertainer employed by a quack to attract a crowd6) to turn aside or otherwise avert8) divided into two usually equal parts9) the common domestic cow11) an immense, indefinitely large number, a great multitude14) frauds17) characterized by learning or the spirit of inquiry18) a fancifully curved or spiral figure19) anticipating the best, marked by eager hopefulness, ardently or confidently optimistic21) ill-omened, unlucky, unpropitious22) the feeling or showing of sorrow or the expression of condolence for the wants or distresses of another24) notably or brilliantly outstanding because of dignity, achievements, or actions, or qualities possessed; very distinguished, greatly respected27) a small dome-like structure on top of a building29) moving with great irregularity and unsteadiness31) a servant who turned a spit to keep meat roasting evenly34) one that spends or uses improvidently or wastefully36) an apparatus for visual signaling38) having battlements40) affected singsong speech41) having or exhibiting sound judgement; prudent47) a liveried retainer, flunky, footman48) unemotional |
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5) polyphonic-part shong originating in the 14th century that has parts for three or more voices and is marked by the use of a secular text, a freely imitative style, and counterpoint, and that in its later development, especially in the 16th and 17th centuries, is often marked by a distinct melody in the upper voice and being designed for accompaniment by strings that either double or replace one or more of the voice parts.7) having dark streaks or spots on a gray or tawny ground, especially with the markings blurred and without sharp margins10) laid level with the ground12) one of the greatest heroes of Greek mythology13) having a pleasant or friendly disposition or manner15) vigorous dance done by men wearing costumes and bells and carrying sticks or handkerchiefs. Performed as a traditional part of English pageants, processions, and May Day games, often by a group of six men plus solo dancers who represent traditional characters16) unthinking and irresponsible17) dangerously lacking in security or stability20) an unprincipled, deceitful, and unreliable person; a scoundrel or rascal23) amazement or dismay that hinders or throws into confusion25) lacking foresight or forethought26) a raised portion of floor in a large room - like a platform raised for a table or throne28) a row of balusters topped by a rail to serve as an open parapet as along the edge of a balcony, terrace, bridge, staircase, or the eaves of a building30) a complete or thorough sacrifice or destruction, especially by fire32) fool, simpleton33) frivolous, trifling, captious35) the state or condition of being moved to and fro violently, steadily, or with a fluttering effect37) rivalry over world trade, commercial supremacy39) pickets40) marked by dexterous or crafty use of some special skill, knowledge, or other resource42) a subordinate occupation pursued in addition to one's regular work especially for enjoyment, hobby43) lacking in importance or worth44) impressive by reason of age45) lacking in vision, insight, or understanding46) a small, lightweight boat49) cheerful, merry50) forty cubits - about the length from a man's elbow to fingertip51) repaid, returned in kind |
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