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drool
To drop saliva uncontrollably from one's mouth. (verb)
sustenance
the food and drink that people, animals and plants need to live and stay healthy. (noun)
gnash
To grind one's teeth together, typically as a sign of anger (verb)
spurn
To reject and push away with disdain, scorn, and contempt (verb)
thrash
To beat a person or animal repeatedly and violently (verb)
fluke
Unlikely chance occurrence, especially a surprising piece of luck (noun)
nitwit
A silly or foolish person (noun)
binge
Indulge in an activity, especially eating, to excess (verb)
chatter
Talk rapidly or incessantly about trivial matters (verb)
nod
To lower and raise one's head slightly and briefly, especially in greeting, assent, or understanding, or to give someone a signal (verb)
snub
Rebuff, ignore, or spurn disdainfully (verb)
cockamamie
Describing an idea or explanation that is ridiculous and makes no sense (adjective)
huffy
Annoyed or irritated and quick to take offense at petty things (adjective)
murky
Having dark and gloomy atmosphere, usually as a result of a dirty water or a thick mist (adjective)
scrumptious
(of food) extremely appetizing or delicious (adjective)
skimpy
(of clothes) short and revealing (adjective)
sluggish
Lacking energy or alertness (adjective)
clandestine
Kept secret or done secretively, especially because illicit (adjective)
splendor
Magnificent and splendid appearance; grandeur (noun)
henchman
A faithful follower or political supporter, especially one prepared to engage in crime or dishonest practices. (noun)
putrid
(of organic matter) decaying or rotting and emitting a fetid smell (adjective)
surge
(of a crowd or a natural force) move suddenly and powerfully forward or upward (verb)
vendetta
A blood feud in which the family of a murdered person seeks vengeance on the murderer or the murderer's family (noun)
placid
(of a person or animal) not easily upset or excited (adjective)
cogent
(of an argument or case) clear, logical, and convincing (adjective)
barren
A land or a person that is incapable of growing anything or bearing fruit (adjective)
wispy
Something frail, slight, feathery, or fleeting (adjective)
wary
Feeling or showing caution about possible dangers or problems. (adjective)
scrutiny
Careful examination of someone or something (noun)
gratify
To provide pleasure or satisfaction (verb)
primal
Relating to very basic emotions or conditions (adjective)
bystander
a person who is near something that is happening but is involved by accident (noun)
dreadful
Very bad or unpleasant (adjective)
clatter
A continuous rattling sound as of hard objects falling or striking each other (noun)
nip
A sharp pinch, squeeze, or bite (noun)
dread
Great fear or apprehension (noun)
daring
Willing to take risks; brave or bold. (adjective)
delirious
In a disturbed state of mind, often due to illness or fever, leading to confusion and hallucinations. (adjective)
devout
Dedicated or loyal to a cause, activity, or person. (adjective)
duplicitous
Deliberately misleading or two-faced in behavior or speech. (adjective)
effervescent
Describing someone who is cheerful, energetic, and full of life, with a personality that feels bright and dynamic. (adjective)
elude
To escape from or avoid someone or something, especially in a clever or skillful way. (verb)
lag
A delay or slowdown in progress, movement, or response. (noun)
loudmouth
Someone who speaks loudly and without thinking, often causing trouble or embarrassment. (noun)
overloaded
Overwhelmed with emotions or mental strain due to excess pressure. (adjective)
predicament
A state of uncertainty or hardship, often with a situation that involves a problem. (adjective)
restraint
The action of preventing or controlling someone or something or oneself from moving, acting, or progressing (noun)
rupture
The act of something breaking, splitting, or bursting open, often in a violent, sudden, or forceful manner. (verb)
stiff
Difficult to move one's body, often due to tightness or soreness; rigid or not easily bent; firm in structure. (adjective)
inflammatory
Causing or likely to cause strong emotions, especially anger or hostility. (adjective)
suspense
A state or feeling of excited or anxious uncertainty about what might happen. (noun)
stalemate
A deadlock or standoff where neither side can win or gain an advantage. (noun)
stranglehold
A strong and oppressive control or influence over something or someone. (noun)
thunderbolt
A sudden flash of lightning with a loud crash of thunder, or an unexpected and dramatic event or piece of news. (noun)
impressionable
Easily influenced by somebody or something, usually due to being inexperienced or naïve. (adjective)
infatuation
An intense but short-lived love, attraction, or admiration for someone or something. (noun)
obstinate
Stubbornly refusing to change one's behavior or ideas (adjective)
fortress
A large, strong building or group of buildings that can be defended from attack (noun)
motto
A short sentence or phrase that expresses the aims and beliefs of a person, a group, or institution. (noun)
bubbly
When a person is very lively, cheerful and talks a lot. (adjective)