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glaze - A liquid such as milk or beaten egg, used to form a smooth shiny coating on food

The maple glaze on the donuts looked very appetizing to the hungry kids.

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eclipse - To surpass or outshine in importance, significance, or quality, often rendering something less noticeable or significant.

His achievements in the field of philosophy eclipsed those who came before and after him.

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howl - To cry out loudly in pain, anger, amusement, etc.

The dog howled loudly at the moon.

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belch - The loud noise that comes from gas exiting the stomach through the mouth, usually after eating.

In the middle ages, it was considered good manners to belch after eating a meal at a host’s house.

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chat - Talk in a friendly and informal way

The CEO would chat with his employees regularly to learn more about them.

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crackle - A sound made up of a rapid succession of slight cracking sounds

The crackle of the fire was the only thing Vic could hear as he camped in the mountains.

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wink - An act of closing and opening one eye quickly, typically as a signal

With just a wink of this eye, the celebrity acknowledged his fans cheering him on at the movie premiere.

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breach - An act of breaking a law, rule, or agreement.

I didn't trust him after he shared my secret, in what I regarded as a breach of trust.

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Good / Love

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embrace - The holding of someone close by encircling of the arms especially as a sign of affection.

She ran into her mother’s arms and they shared a warm embrace.

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Bad / War

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blitz - An intensive or sudden military attack

Troops frequently prepare for various maneuvers such as an overwhelming blitz.

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sprint - To run or go at top speed especially for a short distance

The kids sprinted to catch the bus before it left.

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groan - A deep sound made in pain or annoyance

As his back pain suddenly came back, Bob let out a loud groan.