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To fail to reach the required standard in an examination, test, or course of study

To move up and down or from side to side with short, quick, light movements

To Impose an unwelcome situation on someone.

The way a police officer or other official passes their hands over someone in search of hidden weapons, drugs, etc.

To waste or squander time, money or resources.

To play and move about in a cheerful, lively, and light-spirited manner.

Unlikely chance occurrence, especially a surprising piece of luck

A person who performs relatively menial tasks for someone else, especially obsequiously

A small swirling mass of something, especially snow or leaves, moved by sudden gusts of wind

A person, typically an old one, who is considered to be old-fashioned or conservative in attitude or tastes

A minor fault or weakness in someone's character.

A man who is concerned with his clothes and appearance in an affected and excessive way; a dandy

A noisy disturbance or quarrel

Wild, extreme, and uncontrolled behavior or mental agitation

A mass of small bubbles in liquid caused by agitation, fermentation, etc.; foam

A state of depression

To lower the edges of one's mouth as an expression of displeasure or unhappiness

Agitated or confused

Feeling alone, sad, and unhappy

To feel completely exhausted and worn out, and unable to think straight, after a great deal of mental or physical effort

Playful and full of energy

(of a woman or her clothes) dowdy and old-fashioned

Weird or peculiar in an interesting, complimentary way.

Not having any serious purpose or value

Use the hands clumsily while doing or handling something

To stroke or caress in a loving way.

(of a person) weak and delicate

Fast and energetic in a rather wild and uncontrolled way

Wild or distraught with fear, anxiety, or other emotion

(of a group or organization) difficult to control; unruly

An action that lacks good sense, and is foolish

Intentional deception for personal or financial gain.

To be constantly worried or anxious.

Easily broken or damaged.

A plan that is so clever that it is certain to succeed.

Ignoring obvious dangers

Hard to keep track of because it is constantly changing.

Being full of intense anger

A facial expression that means displeasure or unhappiness

An act of using the hands clumsily while doing or handling something

A specific group of people sharing something in common, like culture or background.

Having a strong liking or affection for someone or something.

Happening by chance, often in a lucky or beneficial way.

To strongly oppose or reject something morally or culturally.

To wear out or unravel the edges of fabric or material through constant rubbing or use.

very unusual and unexpected

Causing feelings of irritation or annoyance due to difficulties, obstacles, and lack of progress.

A person who takes advantage of others' generosity or resources without giving anything in return.

Small, dark spots or patches on the skin, often caused by sun exposure.

Gases or vapors, especially those that are toxic or unpleasant, often produced by burning or chemical reactions.

Lacking good sense or judgment; unwise.

Courage in enduring pain or hardship without giving up.

Having a good and pleasant smell.

A sweet or pleasant odor or a scent.

A person who has escaped from a place or is in hiding, especially to avoid arrest or persecution.

Froken or separated into distinct parts

A small piece that's come off a larger whole

Inspiring fear or respect as a result being impressively powerful, intense, or capable.

A large, strong building or group of buildings that can be defended from attack

Feeling, showing, or expressing great anger.