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pessimistic
pompous
practical
rational
reliable
reserved
ruthless
sarcastic
secretive
self-centered
selfish
sensible
sensitive
serious
shy
sincere
sociable
stubborn
superficial
tactful
tactless
thoughtful
witty
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protocol
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a system of rules that explain the correct conduct and procedures to follow in formal situations
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