Josh gave Sam a dubious look when he told him that they were going to win the lottery.
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moisturized -
To make something, especially the skin, less dry.
As a person gets older, it is important to use creams to keep the skin moisturized to minimize getting visible cracks and creases.
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trek -
Go on a long arduous journey, typically on foot
Trekking through the Himalayas will reveal the powerful majesty of nature.
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prod -
To persuade or try to persuade (someone) to do something
Betty was a bit shy, but when her teacher and classmates prodded her, she showed off her beautiful voice in front of the whole school.
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swoop -
(especially of a bird) To move rapidly downward through the air
Once it spotted its prey on the ground, the eagle swooped in with its talons ready.
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plunk -
To hand something over or place it down with determination
Milton really didn't have the $400 to pay for the flight to the trade show, but he plunked down the money anyway, because he had to show his product to see if there would be any interest.
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hypothetical -
An idea or situaton that might be true and might happen, but has not happened yet.
When she learned about investing, it was only hypothetical until she actually had to choose what funds to put her money into.
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ripple -
A small wave resulting in water from displacement or movement.
The stone Paul threw into the lake caused a big ripple.
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cascade -
A small waterfall, typically one of several that fall in stages down a steep rocky slope
Niagara Falls is the most famous natural cascade in the world.
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dunk -
To dip or submerge something in liquid.
Fondue meals were Jessie's favourite because she liked to dunk her food in delectable sauces.
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veer -
To change direction suddenly
Randy slammed on the brakes when the car in the next lane suddenly veered in front of him.
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essence -
The core nature or most important quality of something.
The essence of friendship is trust and mutual respect.
