Classic works of literature

albeit even though

satnav system of navigation using information from satellites

to hone improve, refine, polish

curriculum the different subjects making up a course of study at school

poised ready to do something

quills thin sharp spikes that grow on some animals (e.g. hedgehogs) to protect them

aloft high up in the air

usurp take someone else’s position illegally

apt very suitable, right

canon established collection of works

run rampant take off, flourish

bolster make something stronger

predecessor person that came before (in time)

to convey to express

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