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introduction /’intrƏ dƏkSHƏ)n/ n. the action of introducing something.

premature /premƏ’CHoor/ adj. occurring or done before the usual or proper time; too early.  

influence /’inflǒǒence/ n. the capacity to have an effect on the character, development, or behavior of someone or something, or the effect itself.

patience /’paSHƏns/ n. the capacity to accept or tolerate delay, trouble, or suffering without getting angry or upset.

limbo /’limbō/ n. an uncertain period of awaiting a decision or resolution; an intermediate state or condition.

overwhelmed /ōver’(h)welm d/ v. completely defeated.

fear  /’fir/ n. an unpleasant emotion caused by the belief that someone or something is dangerous, likely to cause pain, or a threat.

rescue /’reskyoo/ n. the act of saving or being saved from danger or distress.

abuse /Ə byōoz/ v. treat (a person or an animal) with cruelty or violence, especially regularly and repeatedly.

flummoxed /’flƏmƏkst/ adj. bewildered or perplexed.