finesse -
Do (something) in a subtle and delicate manner
After speaking with the customer like a friend, the salesman was able to finesse him into a sale.
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straddle -
To sit or stand with one leg on either side of something.
Saddles were first invented so that riders could straddle a horse.
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offspring -
The product or result of something, or a person’s or animal's next generation.
West Side Story was the offspring of collaboration between Leonard Bernstein and Steven Sondheim.
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commiserate -
To feel or express sympathy towards someone.
Bill's friends commiserated with him when he lost the election, but it took several months for him to recover emotionally.
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ornament -
An object used to decorate or beautify, especially something small and decorative, something that adds grace, beauty, or distinction to a person or thing.
They ornamented the hall with flowers and lights for the wedding.
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navigate -
To lead a company, activity, etc. in a particular direction, or to deal effectively with a difficult situation.
From the time he started Microsoft, Bill Gates was able to successfully navigate its rapid growth in terms of products and customers.
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heed -
To carefully consider advice, instructions, or information.
The hikers didn’t heed the storm alert and got caught in heavy rain.
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robust -
Strong and healthy; vigorous
Despite being stricken with polio as a child, Teddy Roosevelt overcame his sickness and is regarded as one of our most robust presidents.
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auspicious -
Marked by lucky circumstances or favorable conditions.
Jim and Jill felt that the sunny clear day of the wedding was an auspicious start to begin a new life together in their marriage.
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miraculous -
So fortunate and amazing that it happens as if by a miracle.
How they survived for a month lost in the moutains in the winter was miraculous.
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keen -
Having a sharp or highly developed sense; or eager or enthusiastic about something.
She has a keen sense of smell and can detect even the faintest scents.
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refuge -
A place of safety or retreat that is well-designed, cultured, and comfortable, offering both peace and style.
After a long week of work, they retreated to cabin that was a quiet refuge, with only simple furniture and located near a lake.
