Good

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Good / Friendly

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

I really like going to the resort hotel, because the folks there are really friendly and welcoming.

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Good / Smart-Adj

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sophisticated - Complex or intricate, often in a clever or subtle way.

During World War 2, Alan Turing used a sophisticated machine to decode the German spy codes.

verb

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skyrocket - For something to increase very quickly.

Because his hi-tech company had an important patent, Bill saw the company's stock price skyrocket.

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Good / New

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prelude - An event or action that signals or prepares for what is to follow, often setting the tone for what comes next.

The opening speech was just a prelude to the main presentation, setting the stage for what was to come.

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integrity - The quality of being honest and consistently upholding strong moral principles.

She was respected for her integrity, always telling the truth no matter the circumstances.

adjective

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raging - Happening with a lot of force

The group was having a nice picnic when they suddenly had to find shelter from the raging thunderstorm.

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astute - Ability to understand things quickly and clearly, and to use the knowledge well

From a very early age, Gail instinctively knew everything about business, and and after college she proved to be an astute business woman, and became a millionaire before the age of 30.

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eternity - Time that never ends and has no limits

One of my favorite poems, by Henry Vaughan (1621-1695), begins 'I saw eternity the other night, like a great ring of pure and endless light'.

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hunch - A feeling or guess based on intuition rather than known facts

The detective had a hunch the suspect was guilty, but he needed proof before he could charge him with the crime.

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Good / Pleasure

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pricey - Expensive or unreasonably expensive

Though the wedding ring was pricey, he wanted to get only the best when he would propose marriage.

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clout - Influence or power, especially in politics or business

The speaker realized he had clout when dozens of people showed up on short notice to hear him speak.

verb

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refurbish - To renovate and redecorate something; to restore something to its original or better condition and appearance.

After finding the used piece of furniture, Joel refurbished it so that it looked brand new.