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act of god
An act of God is an event that is beyond human control, especially one in which something is damaged or someone is hurt. -
aegrotat
(in British and certain other universities, and, sometimes, schools) a certificate allowing a candidate to pass an examination although he has missed all or part of it through illness -
amethyst
Amethysts are clear purple stones, sometimes used to make jewellery. -
debility
Debility is a weakness of a person's body or mind, especially one caused by an illness. -
false cast
a throw of the line in fly casting in which the line, leader, and fly are prevented from hitting the water. -
handcuff
a ring-shaped metal device that can be locked around a person's wrist, usually one of a pair connected by a short chain or linked bar; shackle: The police put handcuffs on the suspect.