vital -
Absolutely necessary, important, and essential.
Though intelligence is imporant for running a business, drive and integrity are also vital.
verb
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scrimp -
To be thrifty or parsimonious; to economize
Though Beverly and her husband didn't have large incomes, they scrimped and saved enough to send their children to college.
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scorn -
Feel or express contempt or derision for
With just a blank expression, Simon was able to scorn the mediocre singer who auditioned for him.
noun
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ilk -
Referring to a certain type of people, usually in a negative sense
The police chief said to the young men causing trouble in the downtown area, “Leave now, and I don’t want to see you or your ilk in this area any time soon.”
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proximity -
Being near or close in space or time.
People liked living in the town because of its proximity to many wonderful beaches.
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shortchange -
To intentionally or unintentionally deprive someone of what they deserve or expect.
The store shortchanged me when it gave me a coat that was not nearly as nice as the damaged one I had returned.
adjective
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dazed -
Confused or unable to think clearly, often as a result of an injury or from shock
After her car accident, the dazed woman had to rest on the sidewalk.
adjective
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lavish -
Sumptuously rich, elaborate, or luxurious
The billionaire had a lavish lifestyle that included several luxury cars that he parked in his mansion's driveway.
verb
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tenacious -
Not easily letting go or giving up.
Chuchill was tenacious in his resolve to defeat the Germans.
noun
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hideout -
A secret place where someone can hide from others, especially from the law.
The thieves retreated to their hideout after the robbery.
verb
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rook -
To take money from someone by cheating, defrauding, or overcharging them
Customers tend to get rooked by companies who are able to price their products very high because of the brand name.
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existential -
Concerned with the nature and purpose of life and individual freedom.
Climate change poses an existential threat to humanity.
