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chomp
To munch or chew vigorously and noisily (verb)
churn
To agitate, squeeze, rotate, or turn a liquid slowly in a container (verb)
grapple
To seize something and hold it firmly; to wrestle with; to ponder and intensely evaluate a problem; to struggle to deal with (verb)
hanker
To feel a strong desire to do or have something (verb)
jiggle
To move something lightly and quickly from side to side or up and down (verb)
hawker
A person who travels around selling goods, typically advertising them by shouting (noun)
oodles
A very great number or amount of something (noun)
ploy
A cunning plan or action designed to turn a situation to one's own advantage (noun)
throes
Intense or violent pain and struggle, especially accompanying birth, death, or great change (noun)
nibble
To take small bites out of something. (verb)
plunder
Steal goods from (a place or person), typically using force and in a time of war or civil disorder (verb)
twang
An accent or voice that identifies the person from being part of a sub-culture (verb)
agog
Very eager or curious to hear or see something (adjective)
clammy
Unpleasantly damp and sticky or slimy to touch (adjective)
garish
Clothing that is unusually different, bright and showy (adjective)
grimace
To make an an ugly, twisted expression on a person's face, typically expressing disgust, pain, or wry amusement (verb)
wiggle
Move or cause to move up and down or from side to side with small rapid movements (verb)
gaunt
(of a person) lean and haggard, especially because of suffering, hunger, or age (adjective)
predator
An animal that naturally preys on others (noun)
demolish
To pull or knock down something, such as a building. (verb)
rascal
A mischievous or cheeky person, especially a child or man (typically used in an affectionate way) (noun)
boast
To talk with excessive pride and self-satisfaction about one's achievements, possessions, or abilities (verb)
barrage
A continuous attack over a long period of time (noun)
demystify
To make something easier to understand (verb)
hostile
To be unfriendly towards someone you see as an enemy (adjective)
strategic
Acting carefully according to a plan in order to achieve a particular goal (adjective)
succulent
Food that is delicious, soft, and full of natural liquids (adjective)
pointless
Having no purpose, and is not worth doing (adjective)
swagger
A very confident and typically arrogant or aggressive gait or manner (noun)
whimper
A low, feeble sound expressive of fear or pain (noun)
chat
An informal conversation (noun)
smash
An act or sound of something smashing (noun)
howl
A cry of pain, anger, amusement, etc. (noun)
allegiance
Loyalty or commitment to a person, group, country, or cause. (noun)
bitter
Feeling angry, hurt, or resentful due to a bad experience, or having a sharp, unpleasant taste (often the opposite of sweet). (adjective)
bump
A small raised area on a surface or the body, often from an injury or irregularity. (noun)
dent
To make a slight hollow or depression in a surface by impact or pressure. (verb)
disingenuous
Giving a false appearance of being truthful or genuine. (adjective)
dissent
An act of expressing opposition or objection. (noun)
enslave
To control someone completely, limiting their freedom. (verb)
excessive
Going beyond what is considered acceptable or appropriate. (adjective)
glory
A state of splendor, magnificence, or beauty, often associated with triumph or success. (noun)
humiliate
To make someone feel ashamed or foolish by injuring their dignity or self-respect. (verb)
mystery
Something that is difficult or impossible to understand or explain, a person or thing that arouses curiosity or wonder because it is unknown or puzzling. (noun)
ransom
To release someone or something in exchange for a payment or other form of compensation. (verb)
regimented
Referring to something that is arranged in a highly structured or ordered manner, often with little room for flexibility or deviation. (adjective)
residue
Refers to the small amount of something that remains after most has been removed, consumed, or used up. (noun)
sheen
A shiny or polished surface, often used to describe the appearance of something smooth or well-maintained. (noun)
slip
To lose balance and slide or fall accidentally. (verb)
snack
To eat a small amount of food, typically between regular meals. (verb)
tangible
Real and concrete, rather than abstract or imaginary, outwardly perceptible. (adjective)
tiny
Very small in size or amount; miniature. (adjective)
uneasy
Feeling anxious, worried, or uncomfortable about something; feeling a sense of discomfort or restlessness. (adjective)
slant
To slope or lean in a particular direction. (verb)
fragrance
A sweet or pleasant odor or a scent. (noun)
migrant
A person that travels to a different country or place, often in order to find work. (noun)
indefensible
Unable to be defended, justified, accepted, or excused. (adjective)
ingratitude
A lack of proper appreciation or thanks for something that was given or done. (noun)
neglect
To fail to care of something or someone properly. (verb)
global
Relating to, or involving the entire world. (adjective)