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chug
(of a vehicle or boat) To move slowly with engine making regular muffled explosive sounds (verb)
mingle
To mix or cause to mix together (verb)
squawk
(of a bird) make a loud, harsh noise (verb)
wheedle
To use flattery and deceptive words to persuade someone to do something or give one something (verb)
froth
A mass of small bubbles in liquid caused by agitation, fermentation, etc.; foam (noun)
burp
To allow air from the stomach to come out through the mouth in a noisy way (verb)
fink
Inform on to the authorities (verb)
bedraggled
Giving an appearance of being messy, untidy, and neglected. (adjective)
flabby
Uncomplimentary description of loose flesh that sags, droops or flaps. (adjective)
slovenly
(especially of a person or their appearance) messy and dirty (adjective)
surly
Bad-tempered and unfriendly (adjective)
pomp
Ceremony and splendid display, especially at a public event (noun)
sinister
The intention to do secret actions that are meant to do harm (adjective)
chat
Talk in a friendly and informal way (verb)
slogan
A short and striking or memorable phrase used in advertising (noun)
hurtle
To move very fast, especially in a way that seems dangerous (verb)
pristine
In its original condition; unspoiled (adjective)
harrowing
Intensely distressing (adjective)
martyr
To kill someone because of their beliefs (verb)
shred
To tear or cut into shreds (verb)
vigor
Physical strength and good health (noun)
astound
To cause others to be very surprised or shocked (verb)
aberration
A departure from what is normal, usual, or expected. (noun)
seductive
Very tempting (adjective)
abundant
Plentiful, available in large quantities (adjective)
coax
To gently pursuade someone to do something (verb)
deplete
To reduce something by a large amount so that there is not enough left, such as resources or money (verb)
untenable
An idea or position that cannot be defended against criticism (adjective)
throng
A large, densely packed crowd of people or animals (noun)
thrill
A sudden feeling of excitement and pleasure (noun)
scheme
A large-scale systematic plan or arrangement for attaining some particular object or putting a particular idea into effect, often through deceptive means (noun)
moan
A long, low sound made by a person expressing physical or mental suffering or pleasure (noun)
ambitious
Having a strong desire to succeed or achieve something, and showing determination and eagerness to reach goals. (adjective)
blast
A sudden, loud explosion or burst of air, sound, or energy. (noun)
breakthrough
A sudden, important discovery or development. (noun)
bruise
A dark mark on the skin caused by injury or damage. (noun)
context
The circumstances or background information surrounding an event, statement, or idea that help explain its meaning. (noun)
conundrum
A confusing and difficult problem, situation, or question, where there is no clear or easy solution. (noun)
decoy
An object made to resemble something else, to lure someone into a trap. (noun)
deluge
A severe flood or overwhelming rush of water. (noun)
denounce
To publicly declare something or someone as wrong or evil. (verb)
eclipse
To surpass or outshine in importance, significance, or quality, often rendering something less noticeable or significant. (verb)
feverishly
In a highly excited or frantic manner, often due to intense emotion or urgency. (adjective)
glorious
Full of beauty, splendor, or magnificence; worthy of admiration. (adjective)
loner
A person who does not conform to social norms or seek companionship. (noun)
moron
A person who acts foolishly or shows poor judgment — someone who makes silly or careless mistakes. (noun)
menial
An activity that requires little training or talent, often repetitive. (adjective)
retrospect
The act of reflecting on or considering past actions, experiences, or situations. (noun)
ruse
A ploy or stratagem used to manipulate a situation in one's favor, often by hiding one's true intentions or motives. (noun)
scatter
To disperse or spread things in different directions, often in an uncontrolled or random way. (verb)
shackles
A device, such as a chain or cuff, designed to physically limit or control a person or thing's movement. (noun)
squash
To suppress or stop something forcefully, like an idea or protest. (verb)
verify
To check or prove something through evidence or investigation (verb)
abduct
To seize and take someone away against their will, by force; to kidnap. (verb)
venture
A daring journey or undertaking. (noun)
heretical
Being opposite to and against the official or popular opinion. (adjective)
compliant
Being willing to do what one is asked to do, following set of rules, regulations, and standards. (adjective)
trajectory
The curved path an object follows after it is thrown or shot into the air (noun)
invigorating
Making one feel strong, healthy, and full of energy (adjective)
bossy
When a person tends to order people around and tell them what to do, being overly authoritative and domineering. (adjective)