At the fair, Olivia wanted to eat as much yummy cotton candy as she could.
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Dislike
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sneer -
A contemptuous or mocking smile, remark, or tone
Elvis had many facial expressions while singing, including his famous sneer where his lips would curl up.
verb
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procure -
To obtain or secure something, often through deliberate effort, care, or special means.
He managed to procure a rare antique book after months of searching through various bookstores.
noun
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Steal
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leech -
A person who extorts profit from or sponges on others
Joan loved Barry, but because he never worked and just played video games all day, she was concerned that he was just a leech and didn't really love her in return.
verb
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plunder -
Steal goods from (a place or person), typically using force and in a time of war or civil disorder
Seeing his chance, the pirate plundered as many gold coins as he could find on the wrecked ship.
noun
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Stupid
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dupe -
A victim of deception
The homeless man tried to sell magic beans to a passing man because he looked like a dupe.
verb
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ransom -
To release someone or something in exchange for a payment or other form of compensation.
The ancient artifacts were ransomed back to the museum after being stolen and held by black-market dealers.
verb
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Dangerous
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splinter -
To fragment or shatter, losing unity or cohesion.
The mirror fell and splintered into hundreds of tiny shards.
noun
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ingenuity -
The quality of being clever, original, and inventive
Thomas Edison possessed so much ingenuity that he is considered the greatest inventor of all time.
adjective
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Inward
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chintzy -
Stingy and not willing to spend money, or cheap material
Brad was so chintzy when it came to spending money for clothes, that he hadn't bought a new shirt or pants for 10 years.
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Angry
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tantrum -
An uncontrolled outburst of anger and frustration, typically in a young child
Cecilia threw a tantrum when her parents refused to take her to Disney World.
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innovative -
Using new ideas or new ways of doing something.
Many companies are now looking for innovative ways to use AI in running their business.
