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billow
To cause the sky or an object to be filled with smoke, air, or steam. (verb)
crinkle
To form small creases or wrinkles in the surface of something, especially the skin of the face as the result of a facial expression (verb)
dither
To be indecisive (verb)
flail
To swing back and forth very quickly. (verb)
hamper
To restrict the movement of by bonds or obstacles (verb)
mull
To think about a proposal or request carefully and at length. (verb)
parch
To make or become dry through intense heat. (verb)
prod
To persuade or try to persuade (someone) to do something (verb)
rankle
To act in a way that is annoying and irritating. (verb)
splatter
When a sticky liquid splashes and scatters. (verb)
squirm
To wriggle or twist the body from side to side, especially as a result of nervousness or discomfort (verb)
blubber
The fat of sea mammals, but sometimes also referring to the extra weight of a person (noun)
sham
A thing that is not what it is purported to be (noun)
splotch
A daub, blot, or smear of something, typically a liquid (noun)
kinky
Exhibiting unusual behavior (adjective)
shabby
In poor condition through long or hard use or lack of care (adjective)
sleazy
(of a person or situation) sordid, corrupt, or immoral (adjective)
flirt
Behave as though attracted to or trying to attract someone, but for amusement rather than with serious intentions (verb)
fend
To look after and provide for oneself, without any help from others (verb)
wistful
Having or showing a feeling of vague or regretful longing (adjective)
sprinkle
Scatter or pour small drops or particles of a substance over (an object or surface) (verb)
flatter
To express excessive compliments about someone, for personal gain. (verb)
rancor
Bitterness or resentfulness, especially when long-standing (noun)
zany
Amusingly unconventional and different (adjective)
stink
Have a strong unpleasant smell (verb)
brutal
Savagely violent (adjective)
grudgingly
In a reluctant or resentful manner (adjective)
uncouth
(of a person or their appearance or behavior) lacking good manners, refinement, or grace (adjective)
lapse
A temporary pause, omission, or failure (noun)
purge
To get rid of undesirable things (verb)
crusade
An energetic campaign for political, social, or religious change (noun)
convoluted
An explanation that is presented in a very complicated and difficult way. (adjective)
narrative
A story or a description of a series of events (noun)
tilt
For one side of an object to be lower than the other (verb)
extraneous
Not relating to the subject or situation being focused on (adjective)
heartfelt
Strongly felt and sincere (adjective)
gash
A long deep slash, cut, or wound (noun)
quip
A witty remark (noun)
romp
A spell of rough, energetic play (noun)
anachronism
Something that is out of place in terms of time or era. (noun)
blasphemy
Disrespectful or offensive speech or actions toward something considered sacred or religious. (noun)
arcane
Relating to hidden knowledge, especially in subjects like magic or ancient traditions. (adjective)
courteous
Marked by good manners and consideration for others. (adjective)
devastation
The state of being overwhelmed or ruined completely. (noun)
heresy
An opinion or belief that contradicts established norms or accepted standards. (noun)
humility
The quality of having a modest or low view of one's own importance; lack of arrogance. (noun)
impede
To create obstacles or difficulties that hinder an action or process. (verb)
influx
A large arrival or flow of people, things, or money into a place. (noun)
legitimate
Lawful, legal, or in accordance with rules and regulations. (adjective)
malignant
Dangerous and harmful, tending to produce death or deterioration – often describing something destructive or uncontrollably harmful. (adjective)
overhaul
To change a system, process, or organization in a major way. (verb)
vulnerable
Open to physical or emotional harm or attack, not protected. (adjective)
steep
Rising or falling at a sharp angle. (adjective)
haste
A quick and sometimes rushed effort to do something. (adjective)
doomsday
The end of the world, or a time when something very bad will happen, such as great destruction. (noun)
downgrade
To reduce to a lower level of usefulness, status, or importance. (verb)
overpower
To defeat or overcome with superior strength, force, or pursuasiveness. (verb)
derogatory
Showing strong disapproval and not showing respect (adjective)
terrifying
Very frightening and causing extreme fear. (adjective)
troublemaker
A person who intentionally or unintentionally causes trouble. (noun)