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Adversity

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After the $dismal$ performance of the team in the series concluded yesterday, the captain offered his resignation to the president of the club.

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Upright

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Retrench

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CANTANKEROUS

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The soldier displayed $exceptional$ courage and saved Major from the enemy's hand.