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Explore the art of persuasion and resistance, delving into the clash between modest charm and arrogant manipulation. Discover the nuances of coaxing and bullying, navigating the fine line between eagerness and reluctance. Unravel the dilettante's journey from amateur to expert, shedding light on superficial interests and genuine expertise.
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Words of the WeekTEAM 714 8 September2008
adjective pom-pous modest arrogant, snobbish having an excessive sense of self-importance, usually displayed through exaggerated seriousness or stateliness in speech and manner
verb coax charm, entice bully To persuade somebody gently to do something; to get something from somebody by gentile persuasion
adjective loath against, opposed eager unwilling or reluctant to do something (“I was loath to ____________”)
noun dil-et-tante amateur expert Somebody who takes up a subject or interest in a superficial or shallow way