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Bad / Small

nounverb noun

dab - A small amount of something

Most recipes require just a dab of salt in order to add flavor.

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Other / Sound

nounverb noun

howl - A cry of pain, anger, amusement, etc.

The wolf's howl echoed across the snowy field.

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Other / Move

nounverb noun

wiggle - A wiggling movement

The wiggle of a dog's tail is a sign that it likes you.

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Bad / Attack

nounverb verb

slug - To hit someone hard

Arnie was a little drunk and when Jeff did something that made him angry, Arnie slugged Jeff in the face

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Bad / Attack

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slug - A tough-skinned terrestrial mollusk that typically lacks a shell and secretes a film of mucus for protection. It can be a serious plant pes

A slug is one of the slowest-moving animals on earth, so someone who is afraid of them can easily run away.

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Other / Sound

nounverb noun

whine - A long, high-pitched complaining cry

Kay's dog let out a high-pitched whine when he wanted her to pay attention to him.

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Bad / Aggressive

nounverb noun

jab - A quick, sharp blow, especially with the fist

In boxing, the jab is one of the most common moves, along with a hook and an uppercut.

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Other / Slow

nounverb noun

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Lag - A delay or slowdown in progress, movement, or response.

There was a noticeable lag between the time the signal was sent and when it was received.

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Other / Sound

nounverb verb

shriek - Utter a high-pitched piercing sound or words, especially as an expression of terror, pain, or excitement

Wendell shrieked when he found out he was getting his favorite toy for Christmas.

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Good / Friendly

nounverb noun

chitchat - Inconsequential conversation

Unlike their extroverted counterparts, introverts do not enjoy mindless chitchat.

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Bad / Aggressive

nounverb verb

jab - Poke (someone or something) roughly or quickly, especially with something sharp or pointed

The thought of getting jabbed by a needle is a common fear for many people.

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Other / Other

nounverb verb

martyr - Kill (someone) because of their beliefs

The priest was martyred by the government for spreading his religious beliefs to nonbelievers.