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polarize - To divide into two completely opposing groups

It's frightening to see how many issues have caused the US to polarize into Right and Left groups that hate each other.

adjective

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Bad / Aggressive

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oppressive - Unjustly harsh or tyrannical, especially in the use of power or control.

The regime was known for its oppressive laws that silenced dissent, so crowds that gathered risked the army breaking it up.

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stilted - An attitude that is stiff, unnatural, or too formal

When Arthur ran for mayor his stilted manner made it hard for the voters to relate to him.

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Bad / Disgusting

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gross - Referring to something large, excessive, or extreme, often in an unpleasant or unattractive way.

His gross and disgusting behavior and speech at the party made everyone distance themselves from him.

adjective

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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.

She had a refined taste in art, always selecting pieces that were both subtle and impactful.

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Other / Shape

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cluster - To stand or be positioned close together in a group.

Reporters clustered on both sides of the aisle as the celebrity entered the building.

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Other / Inward

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swagger - Walk or behave in a very confident and typically arrogant or aggressive way

The millionaire swaggered into the fancy nightclub, knowing all eyes would be on him.

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Bad / Dishonest

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hypocrisy - Behavior that is the opposite of how one actually is, being fake by pretending to be one thing, and acting in the opposite way.

The politician was guilty of hypocrisy because he promised reforms, but his real goal was to enrich himself and his friends.

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puddle - A small, shallow pool of water, typically formed by rain or melting snow, that collects on the ground.

The kids couldn't resist jumping in the puddle, splashing water all over each other.

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Other / Squeeze

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wring - To squeeze and twist something.

Betty was good at wringing every cent out of every dollar she earned.

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disrupt - To interrupt the normal flow or process of something.

The sound of people screaming at each other outside the school disrupted the teacher’s lecture.

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Bad / Confused

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thunderstruck - Extremely surprised or shocked, often speechless due to astonishment.

He stood thunderstruck when he found out that he had won the lottery, and could retire if he invested his money wisely.