verdict -
An official or formal decision, especially after careful consideration.that ends a trial or discussion.
The jury delivered a verdict of not guilty after three days of deliberation.
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incentive -
Something that serves as a reason or stimulus for effort or improvement; a reward or motivation that encourages someone to take a specific action.
The company offered a cash incentive to employees who met their sales targets.
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buoyant -
Tending to float in a liquid. capable of keeping a body afloat - also cheerful and not easily depressed.
The life jacket kept him buoyant in the water.
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burp -
The noise made by air released from the stomach through the mouth
Joe realized he shouldn't have over-eaten at lunch when he felt the burp emerging from his mouth during his important job interview.
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deadlock -
A situation where opposing sides can't make progress to resolve their differences
Congress couldn't pass any new bills because the political and emotional deadlock between the Republicans and Democrats on almost every issue.
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wheedle -
To use flattery and deceptive words to persuade someone to do something or give one something
Patty knew Renee had been working late, so she wheedled the last bit of work out of her by praising her performance.
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slump -
A sudden severe or prolonged fall in the price, value, or amount of something
The stock market was experiencing a dramatic slump but would probably recover in the future.
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thud -
A dull, heavy sound, such as that made by an object falling to the ground
Jake tripped on the stairs and hit the ground with a resounding thud.
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wade -
To walk through water or another liquid or soft substance
After the devastating monsoon, the villagers were forced to wade through waist-high water.
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pudgy -
Slightly fat
Mark's dog Fido loved to eat, and as a result its body was a bit pudgy
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curtail -
To stop, reduce or limit something.
Tripling the fine for speeding was successful in curtailing the number of traffic accidents caused by speeding.
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whine -
Give or make a long, high-pitched complaining cry or sound
James was sick and tired that Harry would constantly whine about the company they worked for.
