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shred - To tear or cut into shreds

With the FBI catching up to him, the crooked CEO shred as many incriminating documents as he could find.

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slope - A surface where one end or side is at a higher level than another.

The steep slope of the ski trail meant that the skiing was exciting and a bit dangerous.

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screech - (of a person or animal) give a loud, harsh, piercing cry

Despite its majestic beauty, the eagle screeched so loudly that it seemed out of character.

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bend - The part of something that is curved, such as a pipe or a road.

We had to slow down the car each time we came to a sharp bend in the road.

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impact - The force or action of one object hitting another.

The impact of the car crash was so strong that it damaged both vehicles.

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ruckus - A disturbance or commotion

When the fire alarm went off, the rushing crowd caused a ruckus on their way out.

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squawk - (of a bird) make a loud, harsh noise

The birds displayed their anger by squawking loudly.

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husky - Big and strong

Arnold's husky body helped him as a football player.

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trend - A general direction in which something is developing or changing over time, such as a popular style or activity, especially in fashion, technology, or culture.

There's a growing trend toward remote work - working at home - in many industries.

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slender - Attractively thin

If a person can't lose weight, at least they can wear clothes that make them look more slender.

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blurry - Not clear or sharp in appearance; unfocused.

The picture came out blurry because the camera moved.

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slush - Partially melted snow or ice

In New York, falling snowflakes eventually turn to dangerous slush that residents can easily slip on.