sketch -
A rough or unfinished drawing or painting, often made to assist in making a more finished picture
Even though the suspect was wearing a hoodie, the police sketch of him managed to portray his facial features very accurately.
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plod -
To walk doggedly and slowly with heavy steps
Richard plodded through the desert as the heat and lack of water left him with no energy.
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shimmer -
To shine in such a way that the light seems to glow and shake slightly
The soft light of the sun shimmered upon the empty field.
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drastic -
Likely to have a strong or far-reaching effect; radical and extreme
Emery's drastic weight loss was proven when he could fit his entire body inside his old pants.
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gleam -
A brief or faint light, often reflected off a surface.
The gleam of the sun on the water made the whole lake look magical.
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dainty -
Delicately small and pretty
Emma's hands were dainty compared to her boyfriend's large and rough hands.
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flashback -
A sudden, vivid memory of a past event, often triggered by something in the present. Often used in films and books.
In the movie, there was a flashback showing the hero’s troubled past.
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martyr -
To kill someone because of their beliefs
The priest was martyred by the government for spreading his religious beliefs to nonbelievers.
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mist -
A thin layer of fine water droplets suspended in the air, often making it hard to see clearly.
A soft mist covered the fields at dawn, giving the landscape a dreamy look.
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dash -
An act of running somewhere suddenly and hastily
After climbing over the prison's walls, the prisoners made a dash for freedom.
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sprinkle -
A small quantity or amount of something scattered over an object or surface
A sprinkle of rain hit the ground, forming small puddles.
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unsung -
Not appreciated or praised for some accomplishment
For every general that is praised for a military victory, there are many unsung soldiers who did the dirty work and without whom the victory would not have been possible.
