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A decorated headpiece, often made of gold and jewels, worn by a king or queen.
Extremely important, especially because a lot depends on it.
A cross with a figure of Jesus on it, used as a religious symbol, especially in Christianity.
In a natural or raw state, not yet processed or refined, or rough and lacking sophistication.
Causing pain or suffering to others deliberately, and feeling no concern about it.
To break into small pieces or fall apart, often gradually.
Making a sharp, crackling sound when bitten or crushed.
A long, determined campaign for a cause someone believes in strongly, or historically, a Christian military expedition to the Holy Land.
The hard outer layer of the earth, or the hard outer part of bread or another baked food.
To let tears fall from your eyes, usually because you feel sad or hurt.
Having a meaning that is mysterious or difficult to understand.
A clear, hard mineral or piece of glass that often has a regular, geometric shape.
Made of or resembling crystals, or extremely clear.
The process by which a substance forms solid crystals as it cools or a solution evaporates.
A solid shape with six equal square sides.
A three-dimensional shape with six rectangular faces, like a box.
A grey bird known for its distinctive two-note call and for laying its eggs in other birds' nests.
A long, green vegetable with a mild taste and a high water content, often eaten raw in salads.
The final result or highest point that a series of events builds toward.
Deserving blame for having done something wrong.
The person responsible for a crime or problem.
A plant variety that has been deliberately bred or selected for particular qualities.
To prepare land and grow crops on it, or to develop a skill, relationship, or quality over time.
Relating to the customs, arts, beliefs, and way of life shared by a group of people.
The traditions, buildings, art, and customs passed down from earlier generations within a society.
The customs, beliefs, and way of life of a particular group of people.
Heavy or awkward to carry or use, or unnecessarily complicated.
Increasing gradually as more amounts, actions, or effects are added over time.
The running total of frequencies as you add each one to the sum of all before it.
Clever at deceiving people or achieving goals in a somewhat dishonest or sly way.
A small container with a handle, used for drinking.
A piece of furniture or a small closet with doors and shelves, used for storing things.
A small cake baked in a paper or foil cup, often topped with icing.
An intense, often excessive desire for wealth or possessions.
A person who selects, organizes, and cares for items in a museum, gallery, or collection.
A strong desire to know or learn about something.
Eager to learn or know more about something.
Having a curved or spiral shape, often describing hair.
The system of money used in a particular country.
Happening or existing now.
Things that are happening in the news right now, especially in politics and society.
A dish made with meat or vegetables cooked in a spiced sauce.
Done quickly, without attention to detail.
A piece of fabric hung across a window to block light or provide privacy.
The degree to which something is curved, or a curved shape or line.
A soft bag filled with padding, used to make a seat or bed more comfortable.
A way of behaving or a tradition that is usual within a particular society or group.
A person who buys goods or services from a business.