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Find the meaning of the following word from a good dictionary.

Cranky

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Angry or irritable

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Chapter 4.5: The Last Lesson - ENGLISH WORKSHOP [Page 121]

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Balbharati My English Coursebook [Marathi] Standard 9 Maharashtra State Board
Chapter 4.5 The Last Lesson
ENGLISH WORKSHOP | Q 1. (e) | Page 121

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