"a lucid explanation"
conciliatory: to regain or try to regain (friendship or goodwill) by pleasant behavior; overcome distrust
"a conciliatory manner"
Candidate John McCain spoke after the New York Times wrongfully accused him of infidelity. They stated he had an affair with his wife even though that had no evidence of him doing so. It was strange because they had been working on this article for over a year, and a couple of months ago they published another article endorsing him focusing on why he would be good for president. McCain stated in his speech that it wasn't true and that it was an attempt at loosening the weight off of Clinton.countermand: an order or command canceling or reversing a previous command
acumen: quickness, accuracy and keenness of judgment or insight
"remarkable acumen in business matters"
insurrection: an act or instance of rising in revolt, rebellion, or resistance against civil authority or an established government
The insurrection of the people allowed for them to gain independence and freedom as well.fidelity: loyalty; faithfulness
"a servant's fidelity" "fidelity to one's country"
Fidelity is what holds friendships and marriages together. Who could believe in or share something with someone they don't trust?
complicit: adj. choosing to be involved in an illegal or questionable act or a crime
"the newspapers complicit with the propaganda"
Some speculate that the government was complicit in the 9/11 attacks. They also say that the government did so to gain the trust of the American people so then they go to war with Iraq for different reasons of their own. People are divided on this argument though, due to evidence and whether or not the government would do such a thing.steadfast: literally means fixed in place, but is used figuratively and means firm in purpose, faith, attachment; sure; dependable; reliable; constant/unwavering
emancipation: The act of freeing from restraint; to free (a slave) from bondage
Emancipation is what freed the slaves from slavery. Their various attempts and efforts freed them from restraint and cruelty.bolster: a cushion, often used figuratively not literally. basically something used for support or to aid.
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