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prior - Relating to or concerning earlier events or actions.

She was unable to attend due to a prior commitment.

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fling - A short period of enjoyment or wild behavior

Normally a mild-mannered person, Tracy would sometimes engage in wild flings involving lots of drinking.

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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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scamper - (especially of a small animal or child) To run with quick light steps, especially through fear or excitement

The dogs scampered through the open field, happy to be out of the house for once.

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slogan - A short and striking or memorable phrase used in advertising

"Where's the Beef?" was originally a slogan by fast-food chain Wendy's and became so popular that the phrase is still used today.

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detour - A longer route that is taken to avoid something or to see something along the way.

On our way back from our vacation, we made a detour to see the beautiful waterfall.

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sultry - (of the air or weather) hot and humid

Kevin was sweating profusely while walking around in the sultry weather.

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likewise - In a similar way.

Though we didn't like the company's tough work schedule, I was quiet about it and my fellow workers did likewise.

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droop - To hang or bend downward limply.

His shoulders drooped after hearing the bad news.

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doodle - A picture or a pattern that one draws to pass the time away

Martha would make doodle's when she had nothing else to do, but her friends liked them so much they framed them and hung them on their walls.

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drift - To move slowly and smoothly, especially through air or water.

The boat began to drift away from the shore.

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scoot - To leave somewhere quickly

After robbing the bank, George had to scoot before the cops caught up to him.