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10 Language-to-English Dictionariesscholarship
A grant or payment made to support a student's education, awarded on the basis of academic or other achievement.
scrutiny
Critical observation or examination.
securely
In a way that is fixed or fastened firmly; in a safe manner.
sequence
A particular order in which related things follow each other.
severity
The fact or condition of being severe; sternness, harshness, or gravity.
shackle
A metal link or ring used for fastening something or as a fetter for the wrist or ankle.
shackles
A pair of metal rings connected by a chain, used for fastening a prisoner's wrists or ankles.
shank
The part of the human leg between the knee and the ankle, or the corresponding part of an animal's leg.
shear
The act or an instance of cutting the wool off a sheep or other animal.
shock
A sudden upsetting or surprising event or experience.
showcase
A glass case used for displaying articles in a shop, museum, or home.
shrewdness
The quality of having or showing good powers of judgement; astuteness.