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balk
To hesitate or be unwilling to continue with an idea or action. (verb)
ravage
To cause severe and extensive damage to something. (verb)
spew
To expel large quantities of something rapidly and forcibly (verb)
trudge
To walk slowly and with heavy steps, typically because of exhaustion or harsh conditions (verb)
druthers
A person's preference in a matter (noun)
klutz
A clumsy, awkward, or foolish person (noun)
whimper
(of a person or animal) make a series of low, feeble sounds expressive of fear, pain, or discontent (verb)
mum
Silent (adjective)
piddling
Pathetically trivial; trifling (adjective)
shrill
(of a voice or sound) high-pitched and piercing (adjective)
swarthy
Dark-skinned (adjective)
vapid
Offering nothing that is stimulating or challenging (adjective)
blatant
(of bad behavior) done openly and unashamedly (adjective)
crackle
Make a rapid succession of slight cracking noises (verb)
hodgepodge
A confused mixture (noun)
meager
(of something provided or available) lacking in quantity or quality (adjective)
ordeal
A painful or horrific experience, especially a protracted one (noun)
doldrums
A state or period of inactivity, stagnation, or depression (noun)
inundate
To overwhelm (someone) with things or people to be dealt with (verb)
debacle
A sudden and ignominious failure; a fiasco (noun)
ponder
To look inward and think carefully about something (verb)
disgrace
To make people stop respecting you by doing something very bad (verb)
repulsive
Extremely unpleasant and disgusting. (adjective)
getaway
A good location for a short vacation (noun)
scrupulous
Being very thorough and careful about details or honesty. (adjective)
delusional
Seeing or believing things that are not real (adjective)
deflect
To direct attention away from a topic (verb)
nightmare
A very bad dream, or an event that is like a bad dream (noun)
adversity
A difficult situation or time in one's life (noun)
lethargic
Lacking energy and not wanting to do anything (adjective)
backlash
A strong, negative, and often angry reaction to something that has happened (noun)
squiggle
A short line that curls and loops in an irregular way (noun)
snag
An unexpected or hidden obstacle or drawback (noun)
trek
A long arduous journey, especially one made on foot (noun)
gasp
A convulsive catching of breath (noun)
finesse
Intricate and refined delicacy (noun)
clamor
A loud and confused noise, especially of people shouting or protesting. (noun)
exile
The state of being banned or forced to live away from one's native country, often for political reasons. (noun)
hint
A small or subtle piece of advice, suggestion, or information, often given to help someone understand something or solve a problem. (noun)
foolish
Lacking good sense or judgment; unwise. (adjective)
irresistible
Too attractive, appealing, or tempting to be refused or ignored. (adjective)
jackpot
A large cash prize, typically won in a game of chance or lottery. (noun)
ornate
Heavily decorated with complex patterns or intricate details; elaborate in style, especially in language, art, or design. (adjective)
makeshift
Improvised and usually crude – serving a purpose in the short term but lacking durability or quality. (adjective)
mar
To cause a flaw or imperfection — to damage or spoil the appearance or quality of something — to make something less perfect or attractive. (verb)
prime
The best or most important period of something, often related to age, condition, or quality. (adjective)
rapport
A harmonious or positive relationship between people, characterized by mutual understanding, trust, and respect. (noun)
slash
To cut something with a violent sweeping motion, often with a knife or blade; or to drastically reduce or lower something, especially prices or budgets. (verb)
sprint
A short race at full speed, usually over a short distance; or a burst of speed or effort for a brief period. (noun)
sullen
Gloomy or depressing in mood or appearance. (adjective)
touchy
Easily offended or sensitive to criticism or comments. (adjective)
wonder
Something or someone that is very surprising, remarkable, or admirable. (noun)
stupidity
A lack of intelligence or the ability to think and understand clearly. (noun)
haste
A quick and sometimes rushed effort to do something. (adjective)
uproot
To remove or tear away from a native place or environment (verb)
resplendent
Shining brilliantly, having a very bright and beautiful appearance (adjective)
finale
The last part of a piece of music, a performance, or a public event, especially when particularly dramatic or exciting. (noun)
innovation
The use of new ideas, products or methods (noun)
respite
A short period of rest or relief from something difficult or unpleasant. (noun)
speculate
To form a theory about a subject without firm evidence. (verb)