sheen -
A shiny or polished surface, often used to describe the appearance of something smooth or well-maintained.
The sheen on the furniture made the dining area look elegant and inviting.
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unassuming -
Not wanting to draw attention to yourself or to your abilities or status.ng time.
Even though Bill had a successful online business, his quiet, modest, and unassuming attitude made people think that he was not really successful.
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avert -
To avoid or dodge a difficult situation.
At the last minute he realized that the bridge was broken, and he stopped the car just in time, averting a disaster of potentially driving headlong into the river.
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spin -
To turn around quickly on a central point or axis.
The baby was fascinated with the spinning top, watching it carefully until it fell over.
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pierce -
To go through something completely, from one end to another
In 1307 during the Swiss revolution, William Tell had to prove his accuracy with bow and arrow by shooting an arrow that pierced the apple sitting on his son's head.
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jostle -
Top push, elbow, or bump against someone or something, roughly, typically in a crowd
Running towards the end zone, the wide receiver jostled the attacking lineman out of the way, enabling him to make the touchdown.
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slant -
To slope or lean in a particular direction.
The workers on the slanty room had to be very careful, and they were well aware that a slip would mean danger.
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mesmerizing -
To hold one's attention in an almost magnetic way
The audience at the circus were mesmerized by the acrobats.
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glint -
A small flash of light, especially as reflected from a shiny surface
Through the open door, the dog could see a glint of light peeking through.
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whirl -
Move or cause to move rapidly around and around
The tornado whirled towards the town, soon to leave destruction in its wake.
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hypothetical -
An idea or situaton that might be true and might happen, but has not happened yet.
When she learned about investing, it was only hypothetical until she actually had to choose what funds to put her money into.
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flabbergasted -
To be surprised, amazed, or shocked very unexpectedly
Lucille was flabbergasted when she arrived at her classroom Tuesday morning for another day of teaching, and her 4th grade students had made a surprise birthday party for her.
