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1969 of 2001
Bad / Attack

adjective

insidious - Proceeding in a gradual, subtle way, but with harmful effects

The effects of climate change are so insidious that they're not noticeable until polar bears have less ice to live on.

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1970 of 2001
Bad / Unfriendly

nounverb verb

nag - Annoy or irritate (a person) with persistent fault-finding or continuous urging

Sylvia would always nag her husband, saying that he should help with the chores instead of just sitting on the couch all day.

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1971 of 2001
Bad / Weak

nounverb verb

limp - Walk with difficulty, typically because of a damaged or stiff leg or foot

After being tackled too hard, Howard limped as his coach and teammate assisted him towards the bench.

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1972 of 2001
Other / Desire

noun

zest - Great enthusiasm and energy

Alex had so much zest for his job that he would work as much overtime as possible.

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1973 of 2001
Bad / Old

adjective

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Arcane - Relating to hidden knowledge, especially in subjects like magic or ancient traditions.

He mastered the arcane art of handcrafting rare musical instruments.

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1974 of 2001
Good / Friendly

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amiable - Pleasant, friendly, and easy to like

When Patty chose a dog to buy, she looked for a dog that was amiable and had a calm, friendly disposition.

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1975 of 2001
Other / Entice

verb

beckon - To literally or figuratively gesture with the hand or head to encourage someone to come nearer or to follow

Desire can take many forms – such as for food or physical entanglement – but when attractions beckon, it is important to move carefully and cautiously, using your head.

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1976 of 2001
Good / Happy

nounverb noun

grin - A broad smile

Shiba Inus are considered to be the happiest dogs because of the constant grins on their faces.

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1977 of 2001
Bad / Uncomfortable

adjective

leery - Cautious or wary due to realistic suspicions

Ever since she was bitten by a pitbull, Grace was leery of any dog she encountered.

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1978 of 2001
Bad / Unfriendly

verb

sully - Damage the purity or integrity of; defile

Martha spread rumors about Anne, and even though it came out later that the rumors were false, the damage had been done and Anne's reputation was sullied.

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1979 of 2001
Good / Big

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binge - A short period devoted to indulging in an activity to excess, especially drinking alcohol or eating

Instead of going to work, Nate called in sick and watched an entire season of his favorite show during a Netflix binge of viewing.

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1980 of 2001
Good / Smart

noun

ingenuity - The quality of being clever, original, and inventive

Thomas Edison possessed so much ingenuity that he is considered the greatest inventor of all time.