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nevertheless; at any rate; even so; all things considered; be that as it may

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fist

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thumping; banging

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to strike; to clap; to play drums; to abuse; to bash; to consult; to sound out

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to unravel; to untie; to break into small pieces (of fish, meat, etc.); to relax; to ease

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stubborn; obstinate; pigheaded

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compromise; giving in

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lending (money); finance; loan; adaptability; versatility; flexibility

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to consult with; to discuss; to confer; to deliberate

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things on hand; things in stock; money on hand; money in one's wallet; on hand; in stock

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seasoning; flavour; condition; state; (state of) health; physical condition

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refrigerator; fridge

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somewhat; to some extent; to some degree; some; part; portion

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sensible; clever; smart; decent; tasteful

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smoothly; easily; readily

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apple (fruit); apple tree (Malus pumila)

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onion (Allium cepa)

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cheese; tee (piping); T-joint; cheese (said when taking a photograph)

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umeboshi; pickled dried ume; pickled dried plum

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grateful; thankful; welcome; appreciated; evoking gratitude

3

advantage; benefit; merit; good point; plus

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city; Tokyo Metropolitan Assembly

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late summer heat; lingering summer heat

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dripping with sweat; bathed in perspiration

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hat; cap

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lapping (e.g. of waves against the shore); steadily (advancing); gradually (approaching); sufficient (of the amount of liquid needed to cover a submerged object); just enough; (arch.) speedily

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to become damp; to become moist; to become wet; to lack energy; to be in a slump; to be in low spirits

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to fall (e.g. blossoms, leaves); to scatter; to be dispersed; to disappear; to dissolve; to spread

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shadow; silhouette; reflection; image; ominous sign; light (stars, moon)

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to be reflected; to harmonize with (harmonise); to come out (photo); to be projected; to be displayed (on a screen)

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around the world; throughout the world

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passing (along the way)

2

to stop walking; to pause

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the teens (10-19); teenage; the tenth generation

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thank you; thanks

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to smile cheerfully; to crack a smile

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handshake; reconciliation; joining hands; cooperation

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to part (usu. of people); to part from; to separate (of a couple); to break up; to lose (e.g. one's mother); to be bereaved

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place of destination

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to keep walking

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to curse; to put a curse on; to detest intensely

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one summer

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wealthy; rich; affluent; well-off

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Vermont

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Cape Cod

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promptly; immediately; quickly; indifferently

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escaping the summer heat; going somewhere cooler during the summer; summering

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street; quarter; district; area

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clanging; empty; deserted

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promenade; esplanade

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