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Journal Topics October 28-November 1, 2013

Journal Topics October 28-November 1, 2013. Ms. Cothran English. Monday, October 28, 2013. Word of the Day: debunk Meaning: expose false claims or myths Usage: Research findings debunk the myth that second-hand smoke is harmless.

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Journal Topics October 28-November 1, 2013

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  1. Journal Topics October 28-November 1, 2013 Ms. Cothran English

  2. Monday, October 28, 2013 • Word of the Day: debunk • Meaning: expose false claims or myths • Usage: Research findings debunk the myth that second-hand smoke is harmless. • Write: Is there a myth or popular belief that you would like to debunk? Describe it.

  3. Tuesday, October 29, 2013 • Word of the Day: epitomizes • Meaning: typifies; characterizes; personifies • Usage: Michael Jordan epitomizes everything a successful athlete should be. • Write: What characteristics epitomize a good friend?

  4. Wednesday, October 30, 2013 • Word of the Day: obsequious • Meaning: servile; submissive • Usage: Obsequiousservice is expected from a waiter, and one generally leaves a tip. • Write: When might it help you to be obsequious?

  5. Thursday, October 31, 2013 • Word of the Day: thwart • Meaning:prevent; frustrate • Usage: He tried to thwart the computer hackers by creating a complicated password. • Write: What can you do to thwart a burglar at your home?

  6. Friday, November 1, 2013 • Word of the Day: adamant • Meaning:forceful; inflexible • Usage: Jill seemed prettyadamant he wasn't in love with her. • Write: What are you adamant about?

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