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To haul or carry something heavy, often in an way that is awkward and takes a lot of energy.

To speak to someone or about something in a scornfully derisive or mocking way

To leave somewhere quickly

To burn the surface of something with flame or heat

To clean or brighten the surface of something by rubbing it hard, typically with an abrasive or detergent

To frown in an angry or bad-tempered way

To leave or go away from a place quickly

To be thrifty or parsimonious; to economize

Seek to obtain (something, typically food or money) at the expense or through the generosity of others or by stealth

To make something small to fit into a small space

A person who is likely to be taken advantage of, and who does not get respect

A large number or quantity

A dishonest scheme; a fraud

A person easily duped; a fool

(of a person or animal) give a loud, harsh, piercing cry

Write or draw (something) carelessly or hurriedly

Talk intimately and cozily; gossip

Shrewd and knowledgeable; having common sense and good judgment

Small or insufficient in quantity or amount

(of a person or animal) thin and bony

Determined, argumentative, or pugnacious

(of a person or animal) unattractively thin and bony

Shabby and untidy or dirty

(of food) extremely appetizing or delicious

Witheringly scornful; severely critical

A person or thing that causes great trouble or suffering

Someone who is dishonest. A villain who exploits others for his/ her own benefit.

Rub (someone or something) hard so as to clean them, typically with a brush and water.

To rebuke someone angrily, telling them what you think they did wrong.

Feel or express contempt or derision for

To injure with very hot liquid or steam

(chiefly in historical or literary contexts) a member of a people regarded as primitive and uncivilized

Make plans, especially in a devious way or with intent to do something illegal or wrong

(especially of a small animal or child) To run with quick light steps, especially through fear or excitement

To mix together in a confused way

Disorganized and lacking in concentration.

Careful examination of someone or something

Being very thorough and careful about details or honesty.

An event that is considered so wrong that it shocks people

A loud, harsh, piercing cry

A piece of writing or a picture produced carelessly or hurriedly

A long and intimate conversation

The feeling or belief that someone or something is worthless or despicable; contempt

A large-scale systematic plan or arrangement for attaining some particular object or putting a particular idea into effect, often through deceptive means

Referring to the idea that certain principles or values should be upheld without compromise.

A location where one can find protection, safety, or peace, often from danger or persecution.

Someone who comes to the aid of others, improving their circumstances or offering a solution to a problem.

To move your eyes over something slowly in order to get an overview or to find specific information, or getting a machine to do this.

Describing something that is morally or legally wrong and causes a great deal of gossip or anger in society.

A person or group who is unfairly blamed for the problems, mistakes, or wrongdoings of others.

To unfairly blame someone or something for problems, mistakes, or wrongdoings that are not their fault.

Something that induces feelings of fear, dread, or anxiety, often due to its unsettling or dangerous nature.

To disperse or spread things in different directions, often in an uncontrolled or random way.

Describing someone or something that is exceptionally witty and entertaining, and is intellectually or emotinally stimulating.

To look at something in great detail, often to understand it better or to detect any flaws or issues.

To enjoy or appreciate something fully, especially food or drink, by lingering over it; to experience or enjoy something for a long time.

Describing a tone or remark that is intended to mock, criticize, or convey disdain in a humorous or cutting manner.

Very hot.

Being delivered from harm, ruin, or loss

Extremely cruel, violent, and uncontrolled.