explain the connotative meaning of the word "intruders" near the end of the second paragraph in the passage "Journey to the Crucible" written by Arthur Miller
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In this context, the word "intruders" carries a negative connotation implying that the people entering the crucible are not welcome or should not be there. It suggests that they are disrupting or disturbing the natural or intended order of things. The word conveys a sense of invasion, trespassing, or unwanted presence.
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