- crucible n.  a ceramic or metal container in which metals or other substances may be melted or subjected to very high temperatures. 
- debonair adj.  confident, stylish, and charming (typically used of a man). 
- gainsay v.  deny or contradict (a fact or statement). 
- ingรฉnue n.  _an innocent or unsophisticated young woman, especially in a play or film. 
- throes n.  intense or violent pain and struggle, especially accompanying birth, death, or great change. 
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