gutting

bitterly disappointing or upsetting.

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grapple

struggle with or work hard to deal with or overcome (a difficulty or challenge).

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advise

inform (someone) about a fact or situation in a formal or official way.

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time frame

a period of time, especially a specified period in which something occurs or is planned to take place.

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hazard

put (something) at risk of being lost.

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What is a headline speaker?

A keynote speaker is the primary speaker at an event. While many people may be most familiar with keynote speeches or keynote addresses from graduations or other similar ceremonies, event planners commonly employ these speeches to headline conferences, company retreats, wellness retreats, and other large events.

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a red flag law

In the United States, a red flag law is a gun control law that permits police or family members to petition a state court to order the temporary removal of firearms from a person who may present a danger to others or themselves.

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What is skip town mean?

(informal) To abscond from one's place of residence suddenly, without warning.

leave place quickly to avoid being noticed.

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WHAT IS FLASH FLOODING?

Flooding that begins within 6 hours, and often within 3 hours, of the heavy rainfall (or other cause). Flash Floods can be caused by a number of things, but is most often due to extremely heavy rainfall from thunderstorms.

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