60 words across 1 groups
| daub |
To coat or smear (a surface) with a thick or sticky substance in a carelessly rough or liberal way (verb)
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| gloat |
To enjoy thinking about one's own success that came about at the expense of another's misfortune (verb)
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| haggle |
To dispute or bargain persistently, especially over the cost of something (verb)
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| schlep |
To haul or carry something heavy, often in an way that is awkward and takes a lot of energy. (verb)
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| shudder |
To tremble and shake, typically as a result of fear (verb)
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| swerve |
To turn aside abruptly from a straight line or course to avoid something in front of you. (verb)
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| blunder |
A stupid or careless mistake (noun)
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| clog |
To become blocked or filled so that movement or activity is slowed or stopped. (verb)
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| gist |
The substance or essence of a speech or text (noun)
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| kink |
A sharp twist or curve in something that is otherwise straight (noun)
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| mishmash |
A confused mixture (noun)
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| bulge |
Swell or expand to an unnatural extent (verb)
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| whimper |
(of a person or animal) make a series of low, feeble sounds expressive of fear, pain, or discontent (verb)
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| scuzzy |
Dirty and unpleasant (adjective)
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| seedy |
Sordid and disreputable (adjective)
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| slovenly |
(especially of a person or their appearance) messy and dirty (adjective)
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| snooty |
Showing disapproval or contempt toward others, especially those considered to belong to a lower social class (adjective)
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| sumptuous |
Splendid and expensive-looking (adjective)
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| luscious |
(of food or wine) having a pleasingly rich, sweet taste (adjective)
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| vendetta |
A blood feud in which the family of a murdered person seeks vengeance on the murderer or the murderer's family (noun)
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| zinger |
A striking or amusing remark (noun)
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| cunning |
Skill in achieving one's ends by deceit (noun)
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| rustic |
Relating to the countryside; rural (adjective)
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| whittle |
To carve wood into an object by repeatedly cutting small slices from it (verb)
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| undercut |
To sell goods or services at a lower price than your competitors (verb)
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| veer |
To change direction suddenly (verb)
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| pout |
To push one's lips or one's bottom lip forward as an expression of displeasure or annoyance. (verb)
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| nirvana |
(in Buddhism) a transcendent state in which there is neither suffering, desire, nor sense of self, and the subject is released from the effects of karma and the cycle of death and rebirth; it represents the final goal of Buddhism (noun)
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| malicious |
Characterized by malice; intending or intended to do harm (adjective)
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| adore |
To love and respect (someone) deeply (verb)
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| noxious |
Poisonous or very harmful. (adjective)
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| stilted |
An attitude that is stiff, unnatural, or too formal
(adjective)
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| rampant |
marked by a menacing wildness, extravagance, or absence of restraint (adjective)
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| risqué |
Somewhat indecent and liable to shock, especially by being sexually suggestive. (adjective)
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| energized |
Full of energy and enthusiasm, feeling ready to accomplish something big (adjective)
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| austere |
Strictly simple and plain without decoration (adjective)
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| bereft |
Feeling the loss of being without something (adjective)
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| nip |
A sharp pinch, squeeze, or bite (noun)
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| snub |
An act of showing disdain or a lack of cordiality by rebuffing or ignoring someone or something (noun)
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| chasm |
A wide difference in opinions, interests, or feelings between people or groups, or an actual deep split or gap in the earth. (noun)
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| cesspool |
A place or situation that is filthy, corrupt, or morally degraded. (noun)
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| diabolical |
Extremely evil or cruel; wicked. (adjective)
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| dominate |
To have control or power over something or someone; to be much stronger, more successful, or more influential. (verb)
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| eavesdrop |
To secretly listen to a conversation without being invited. (verb)
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| unassuming |
Not wanting to draw attention to yourself or to your abilities or status.ng time. (adjective)
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| frustrating |
Causing feelings of irritation or annoyance due to difficulties, obstacles, and lack of progress. (adjective)
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| gripping |
Captivating or holding one's attention completely. (adjective)
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| medley |
A mixture of different things — a diverse combination of items, often from various sources. (noun)
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| refined |
Describing a person, behavior, or object that is cultured, sophisticated, and graceful, often the result of careful cultivation or improvement. (adjective)
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| romantic |
Describing actions, gestures, or situations that are intended to convey deep feelings of love, often in a thoughtful or sentimental manner. (adjective)
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| rupture |
The act of something breaking, splitting, or bursting open, often in a violent, sudden, or forceful manner. (verb)
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| sheen |
A shiny or polished surface, often used to describe the appearance of something smooth or well-maintained. (noun)
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| spark |
A tiny flash of light or fire, often caused by friction or electricity. (noun)
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| void |
An empty space; a vacuum or nothingness; lacking something essential or important; feeling of emptiness. (noun)
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| soar |
To feel or express great happiness or excitement; to be uplifted emotionally; or to fly or rise high in the air. (verb)
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| contender |
A person or group competing with others trying to achieve the same goal. (noun)
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| stonewall |
To delay or block a request or process by being evasive and refusing to cooperate. (verb)
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| crestfallen |
Sad and disappointed, because something one was hoping for did not happen. (adjective)
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| incomprehensible |
Impossible or extremely difficult to understand (adjective)
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| warrior |
A brave or experienced soldier or fighter. (noun)
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