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assert
to state or declare positively and often forcefully or aggressively
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immolate
to offer in sacrifice; especially; to kill as a sacrificial victim
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spur
to incite to action or accelerated growth or development; stimulate
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expedient
characterized by concern with what is opportune; especially; governed by self-interest
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