climax -
The most intense, exciting, or important moment in a story, event, or situation.
The climax of the novel left readers on the edge of their seats.
adjective
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unthinkable -
So out of the ordinary that it cannot be imagined as possible
When Genghis Khan was born in 1162, it was unthinkable that someone from his nomadic tribe could conquer most of the known world - but that is what he did.
verb
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New
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purify -
To refine or clarify something to make it more genuine, perfect, or pure
The chef used a special technique to purify the broth and improve its flavor
noun
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Big
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bonus -
A reward or benefit added to a purchase or experience.
The movie had a bonus scene after the credits that surprised the audience.
verb
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Sound
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howl -
To cry out loudly in pain, anger, amusement, etc.
The dog howled loudly at the moon.
adjective
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shameful -
Disgraceful behavior that is worthy of blame and shame.
When the teacher found out that Sammy had cheated on the test, she scolded him for his shameful behavior.
noun
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lure -
Something that tempts or is used to tempt a person or animal to do something
Drug pushers sometimes hang out near school yards, using descriptions of fantastic experiences as a lure to get innocent young students to buy drugs.
noun
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glitch -
A sudden, unexpected, and usually temporary malfunction of equipment such as a computer
The space shuttle take-off was canceled with 2 seconds left in the countdown, due to a glitch discovered in the fuel supply.
adjective
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Happy
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bubbly -
When a person is very lively, cheerful and talks a lot.
Frank was always calm and thoughtful, and the matchmaker thought he should try going out with a girl with a bubbly personality.
noun
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hodgepodge -
A confused mixture
When Betty emptied her bag after trick-or-treating on Halloween, she dumped onto the table a hodgepodge of all kinds of candies.
noun
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kluge -
An ill-assorted collection of parts assembled to fulfill a particular purpose
Tim wasn't an expert, but he thought the kluge of wires on the floor didn't seem to serve a purpose.
adjective
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wreckage -
The remains of something that has been badly damaged or destroyed.
After the battle, the troops examined the wreckage of the enemy plane that had crashed, looking for any important information.
