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Although Odo had rarely expressed any dislike for any of his academic adversaries, he showed a surprising amount of __________ against Severinus when he wrote his latest book.

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Laura had a personality quite different from that of her husband, who often was __________ from the very dramatic social situations in which she wanted to be involved.

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Many of Francis’ college friends were amazed that he had settled down in a monogamous, married relationship, as he had been quite a __________ when they knew him in college.

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William, whose outlook on life was particularly dour, was easily annoyed by the opposite, __________ temperament of his roommate.

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The office was expecting an easygoing new boss, so the employees were surprised to find that their new manager had an extremely __________ manner.

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In comparison with the inability of theoretical mathematicians to influence industry, the work being done in astrophysics has been especially __________ in bringing forth many practical, technological advances.

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Although many ancient cultures envisioned their deities as though they had bodies, some groups concluded that such beings must instead be __________.

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Timothy had a noticeably __________ response to what his friend had thought would be considered exciting news.

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In comparison with his rather svelte siblings, Tilghman’s __________ form struck a significant visual contrast.

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In comparison to his rather __________ brother, Jonathan was particularly talkative and indeed droning.