Soliloquy

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an act of speaking one's thoughts aloud when by oneself or regardless of any hearers.

“Midway through his soliloquy, he abruptly stopped, choking on a piece of popcorn, silencing the room with gasps.”

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Plight

a difficult or dangerous situation.

Recompense

to make amends for a loss or wrongdoing; to compensate.

Derogate

to express a low opinion of something; to belittle.

Transference

the act of transferring something from one place to another.

Appellation

a name or title.

Subfusc

dull in colour, especially dark or gloomy.

Acquiescence

the acceptance of something without protest.

Wonderment

a feeling of amazement or admiration, caused by something surprising.

Doughty

brave and persistent in facing challenges.

Delectation

great pleasure or delight.

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