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To feel a strong desire to do or have something

To interrupt (a public speaker) with derisive or aggressive comments or abuse

To walk in an awkward way, typically because of pain from an injury

To mix socially, especially with those of higher social status

A person who travels around selling goods, typically advertising them by shouting

A robbery

A person who lives in the country, regarded as being unintelligent or provincial

To harass; pester

(especially of a person) unfortunate

Expressed in or marked by the use of language that is elaborated or heightened by artificial or empty means

Mawkishly sentimental

Widespread destruction

A confused mixture

A faithful follower or political supporter, especially one prepared to engage in crime or dishonest practices.

Arrogantly superior and disdainful

Large, heavy, and powerful

A humorous or malicious deception

Cruel or severe

Intensely distressing

To subject someone to aggressive pressure or intimidation

(of a person) give a loud shout or cry

Ugly or disgusting to look at

A place of safety or refuge

To amass money or valued objects and then hide or store it away

To be busy and annoyed by the demands of others

acting without an organized plan

Strongly felt and sincere

Irritating inconvenience

A loud cry or shout

Severe suffering or difficulty caused by lack of necessities like food, money, or shelter.

To move or act quickly.

Done or made quickly, often without careful thought.

A physical or mental lack of clarity.

Lacking physical or mental clarity - confused or uncertain.

Determined to do as one pleases, even if it’s reckless or unwise.

Extremely pleasant or delightful.

Characterized by intense agitation, excitement, or rapid movement.

To carefully consider advice, instructions, or information.

An opinion or belief that contradicts established norms or accepted standards.

To unlawfully seize control of a vehicle, especially an aircraft, while in transit.

A small or subtle piece of advice, suggestion, or information, often given to help someone understand something or solve a problem.

A sharp sound, like the one made by a snake or steam escaping.

To pull or drag something with effort or force.

A secret place where someone can hide from others, especially from the law.

A personal interest or pastime that brings enjoyment and relaxation.

Feeling sad or longing for home and family when away from them.

To create difficulties for someone or something that results in a delay.

A quick and sometimes rushed effort to do something.

An involuntary spasm of the diaphragm, resulting in a sudden, brief sound caused by a quick intake of air, often followed by a noticeable "hic" sound.

A person from a rural, mountainous area of the United States, especially the Appalachians. Can be used in an insulting manner.

Done in a rush without thinking carefully.

A person who holds beliefs that contradict the official teachings of a field, discipline, or religion.

To give a clue or piece of advice that points to something or helps someone understand something.

Being opposite to and against the official or popular opinion.

The idea that pleasure is the main goal of life.

To make a sharp sound such as water coming out of a broken pipe.

A valuable object that has belonged to a family for several generations.

Extremely funny and causing a lot of laughter

A temporary gap, pause, break, or absence when something stops happening.

Very sad and upset, usually from experiencing a great loss.