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grope
To feel about or search blindly and uncertainly with the hands. (verb)
nix
Put an end to; cancel (verb)
reek
To give off a very strong and unpleasant odor; to stink. (verb)
retch
To make the sound and movement of vomiting (verb)
ruffle
to move or lift something so that it is no longer smooth; to disorder something, typically by running one's hands through it (verb)
snuggle
To settle or move into a warm, comfortable position (verb)
clout
Influence or power, especially in politics or business (noun)
heist
A robbery (noun)
mirth
Amusement, especially as expressed in laughter (noun)
mugger
A person who attacks and robs another in a public place (noun)
sloth
Reluctance to work or make an effort; laziness (noun)
twinge
A small, sudden, sharp localized pain (noun)
willies
A strong feeling of nervous apprehension and discomfort (noun)
nudge
Prod (someone) gently, typically with one's elbow, in order to draw their attention to something (verb)
ripple
Form or flow with undulating waves on the water's surface. (verb)
wobble
Move unsteadily from side to side (verb)
aghast
Struck with shock, amazement, or horror (adjective)
clumsy
Awkward in movement or in handling things (adjective)
fetid
Smelling extremely unpleasant (adjective)
spry
(especially of an old person) active; lively (adjective)
chagrin
Being unhappy and disappointed as a result of a failure or mistake (noun)
frenetic
Fast and energetic in a rather wild and uncontrolled way (adjective)
scold
To rebuke someone angrily, telling them what you think they did wrong. (verb)
fury
Wild or violent anger (noun)
muzzle
Put a muzzle on (an animal) (verb)
flamboyant
(of a person or their behavior) tending to attract attention because of their exuberance, confidence, and stylishness (adjective)
mystique
A fascinating aura of mystery, awe, and power surrounding someone or something (noun)
doom
Condemn to certain destruction or death (verb)
valiant
Possessing or showing courage or determination (adjective)
nonchalant
(of a person or manner) feeling or appearing casually calm and relaxed; not displaying anxiety, interest, or enthusiasm (adjective)
crusade
An energetic campaign for political, social, or religious change (noun)
obsession
Not being able to stop thinking about something. (noun)
drift
To move slowly without much intention or direction. (verb)
tiptoe
To walking on the front part of your foot in order to move very quietly (verb)
burp
The noise made by air released from the stomach through the mouth (noun)
swarm
A large or dense group of insects, especially flying ones (noun)
surge
A sudden powerful forward or upward movement, especially by a crowd or by a natural force such as the waves or tide (noun)
wink
An act of closing and opening one eye quickly, typically as a signal (noun)
augment
To improve or enhance the value, quality, or amount of something. (verb)
buffer
A person or thing that reduces shock or impact. (noun)
burden
To place a load or responsibility on someone. (verb)
disrupt
To interrupt the normal flow or process of something. (verb)
faction
A small, organized group within a larger group, especially one with differing opinions or interests. (noun)
joyous
Full of happiness and delight; very joyful; bringing or causing great happiness. (adjective)
merciless
Without forgiveness or leniency — relentless and unkind. (adjective)
nuisance
A person, thing, or situation that causes annoyance or inconvenience. (noun)
ornament
An object used to decorate or beautify, especially something small and decorative, something that adds grace, beauty, or distinction to a person or thing. (noun)
miser
Someone extremely frugal or stingy, often to the point of discomfort or social disapproval. (noun)
refuge
A place of safety or retreat that is well-designed, cultured, and comfortable, offering both peace and style. (noun)
invade
To aggressively take over or occupy a place or country. (verb)
sanctity
Referring to the idea that certain principles or values should be upheld without compromise. (noun)
scintillating
Describing someone or something that is exceptionally witty and entertaining, and is intellectually or emotinally stimulating. (adjective)
skyscraper
A high-rise structure that dominates the skyline. (noun)
spin
To turn around quickly on a central point or axis. (verb)
unstoppable
So powerful, determined, or effective that it cannot be halted, defeated, or resisted. (adjective)
hint
To give a clue or piece of advice that points to something or helps someone understand something. (verb)
décor
The color, style, and arrangement of the things that decorate a place or room. (noun)
relic
An object, tradition, or system from the past that continues to exist. (noun)
liability
Being legally responsible for something (noun)
booming
Very loud or very successful. (adjective)