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a Jewish festival lasting eight days, in commemoration
of the rededication of the Temple by the Maccabees following
their victory over the Syrians under Antiochus IV, characterized
chiefly by the lighting of the menorah on each night of
the festival. |
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the act or ceremony of crowning a king, queen, or other
sovereign. |
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a figure of a person made of packed snow. |
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having or displaying great dignity or nobility. |
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a period of time set aside for feasting and celebration.
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complete and wholehearted fidelity. |
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an inability to resist the gratification of whims and
desires. |
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a harvest festival celebrated from Dec. 26th until Jan.
1st in some African-American communities. |
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the ninth month of the Islamic calendar; the month of
fasting; the holiest period for the Islamic faith. |
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something revealed or disclosed. |
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the day on which the Zen tradition commemorates the enlightenment,
or nirvana, of the Buddha. |
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a glittering metallic substance used in pieces or strips
to produce a sparkling effect cheaply. |
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an accessory or detail used to beautify the appearance
of something. |
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the Hindu festival of lights, celebrated as a religious
holiday throughout India. |
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something used to beautify or commemorate. |
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