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greedy

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The greedy aboatia is behind the vendor now, sneaking a second serving of plantains right out of the basket.

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As far as the Incorrigibles were concerned, then, their tutor’s late arrival, bleak mood, and greedy appetite were all signs of a perfectly ordinary morning.

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This was particularly time-consuming, for no matter how long the children scratched, the greedy squirrel always demanded more.

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While they were busy at their task, he approached Penelope, a greedy, conspiratorial look in his eye.

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With a parting glance at the Hixby’s Guide—did Penelope imagine it, or was it a longing, greedy, covetous sort of glance?—he left.

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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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