personna -
The image or personality that a person presents in public, that is different from their real and private self.
Though the CEO presented a personna of being tough as nails, his family knew that he was really a very kind and gentle person.
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fortress -
A large, strong building or group of buildings that can be defended from attack
After the major battle, the army rested in the fortress on the top of the mountain.
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foible -
A minor fault or weakness in someone's character.
Before going to sleep, Alan prayed "I am sorry about the terrible thing I did today, but please forgive me because You know that all people make mistakes and have foibles."
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mist -
A thin layer of fine water droplets suspended in the air, often making it hard to see clearly.
A soft mist covered the fields at dawn, giving the landscape a dreamy look.
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coup -
A sudden, violent, and unlawful seizure of power; or a clever and successful achievement.
The French Revolution in 1789 that deposed King Louis XVI and stomed the Bastille was a coup that not many people expected.
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offshoot -
Something that has developed from something larger that already existed
Bell Labs, an offshoot of the Bell Telephone company, was where the transistor, laser beams, and the UNIX operating system were invented.
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onslaught -
A fierce or destructive attack
The unprotected city fell to the onslaught of the attacking aliens.
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tactics -
Planned actions or strategies used to achieve a specific goal.
The coach taught the players new tactics to improve their defense and offense.
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glint -
A small flash of light, especially as reflected from a shiny surface
Through the open door, the dog could see a glint of light peeking through.
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savior -
Someone who comes to the aid of others, improving their circumstances or offering a solution to a problem.
The firefighter was hailed as a savior after rescuing the family trapped in the burning building.
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catastrophe -
An event causing great and often sudden damage or suffering; a disaster
The Great Chicago Fire was a major catastrophe that nearly destroyed the city.
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faction -
A small, organized group within a larger group, especially one with differing opinions or interests.
A faction within the political party pushed for more radical reforms.
