Einstein's theory of relativity explains gravity's waves with incredible precision.
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Wet
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torrent -
A strong and fast-moving stream of water or other liquid
The expensive umbrella barely worked against the heavy torrent of rain.
verb
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Hostile
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undercut -
To sell goods or services at a lower price than your competitors
He didn't know if he could remain in business because the new store across the street was undercutting his prices by up to 75%.
noun
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Weak
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shanty -
A small, crudely built shack
Emily lived in a poor village, and would often wander the streets before returning to her small shanty.
adjective
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Smart-Adj
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skeptical -
Not easily convinced, having doubts or reservations.
When the detective was told that the death was an accident, he was skeptical, and he eventually solved the murder case and brought the criminal to justice.
verb
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Weak
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hobble -
To walk in an awkward way, typically because of pain from an injury
After she broke her leg, she would hobble around to get anywhere.
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Body
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blubber -
The fat of sea mammals, but sometimes also referring to the extra weight of a person
Lewis loved sweets and cake, but he realized it was getting out of hand when he felt the blubber of his belly bulging through his shirt near his waist.
adjective
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Good
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astonishing -
Extremely surprising, impressive, and amazing.
When the 9 year old boy played violin so well at the concert, most people found it astonishing.
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Important
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epitome -
Highest example of a certain quality
Dr. Linda Evans had many patients who came to her because she had a well-earned reputation for being the epitome of skill and integrity in her medical specialty
verb
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Attack
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inflame -
To make a situation less controllable by making people even more angry.
The government was hesitant to bring in the troops to control the riots, because that might just inflame the situation.
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Unfriendly
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grudgingly -
In a reluctant or resentful manner
Nelson didn't want to be rude, so he grudgingly accepted the piece of junk mail.
verb
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Light
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sparkle -
To shine brightly with flashes of light
The river sparkled with the sunlight shining down on it.
