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![]() ![]() SquattingSquatting is the act of occupying an abandoned or unoccupied space or building that one does not own, rent, or have permission to use. Many of the slums and shanty towns found in the world's poorest countries began as squats established on illegally occupied land. Commonly seen in urban areas the world over, squats function as residences as well as social centers. According to one source, there may be as many as one billion squatters globally. What is the international squatters' symbol? More... Discuss |
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subside discuss | |
Definition: | (verb) Wear off or die down. |
Synonyms: | lessen |
Usage: | The doctor told me that the pain should subside during the night and that I should feel much better by morning. |
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4 comments:
Looks like so much fun! I can't wait to go to the beach this summer!!
Now THAT is a great moment in a child's life. Stunning shot.
I've posted my WW contribution here, and hope you'll drop by for a visit:
http://writteninc.blogspot.com/2008/03/wordless-wednesday-bananarama.html
Hope you enjoy the rest of the day!
Carmi
Patty, he looks sweet and mischievous.
Love the composition, the way the grasses provide a frame for Cody and assert themselves against the immensity of the ocean.
Beach vacations were so special to me when I was a kid. Your photo brings it all back
This is one of my favorite photos of Cody. Yes, he's sweet but also mischievous. Thank you for the comments.
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