Vocabulary from Hillary Clinton's Concession Speech, November 9, 2016

Hillary Clinton, who was defeated in the presidential election by Donald Trump, delivered her concession speech on November 9, 2016. The speech touched on Secretary Clinton's values and the things she has held dear for her thirty years in public life. The speech was also full of gratitude and words of encouragement for those who supported her throughout her campaign and her life. Here are eleven words from Hillary Clinton's concession speech.
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  1. enshrine
    hold sacred
    Our constitutional democracy enshrines the peaceful transfer of power.
  2. inclusive
    encompassing much or everything
    It was about the country we love and building an America that is hopeful, inclusive, and big-hearted.
  3. consequential
    having important effects or results
    I am incredibly honored and grateful to have had this chance to represent all of you in this consequential election.
  4. unruly
    unable to be governed or controlled
    This vast, diverse, creative, unruly, energized campaign.
  5. reap
    get or derive
    You know, scripture tells us, let us not grow weary of doing good, for in good season we shall reap.
  6. diverse
    distinctly dissimilar or unlike
    This vast, diverse, creative, unruly, energized campaign.
  7. weary
    physically and mentally fatigued
    You know, scripture tells us, let us not grow weary of doing good, for in good season we shall reap.
  8. conviction
    an unshakable belief in something without need for proof
    I count my blessings every single day that I am an American, and I still believe, as deeply as I ever have, that if we stand together and work together with respect for our differences, strengthen our convictions, and love for this nation, our best days are still ahead of us.
  9. vast
    unusually great in size or amount or extent or scope
    But I feel pride and gratitude for this wonderful campaign that we built together. This vast, diverse, creative, unruly, energized campaign.
  10. setback
    an unfortunate happening that thwarts or hinders
    I've had successes and setbacks and sometimes painful ones. Many of you are at the beginning of your professional, public, and political careers — you will have successes and setbacks too.
    This loss hurts, but please never stop believing that fighting for what's right is worth it.
  11. graceful
    suggesting taste, ease, and wealth
    We thank you for your graceful, determined leadership that has meant so much to so many Americans and people across the world.
Created on Wed Nov 09 12:14:09 EST 2016 (updated Wed Nov 09 12:26:53 EST 2016)

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