twang -
A strong ringing sound such as that made by the plucked string of a musical instrument or a released bowstring
The twang of a guitar can evoke certain moods in people.
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squawk -
(of a bird) make a loud, harsh noise
The birds displayed their anger by squawking loudly.
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Unfriendly
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snub -
An act of showing disdain or a lack of cordiality by rebuffing or ignoring someone or something
At school, Emily was often the object of a snub because her classmates always avoided her.
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finesse -
Do (something) in a subtle and delicate manner
After speaking with the customer like a friend, the salesman was able to finesse him into a sale.
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lure -
Something that tempts or is used to tempt a person or animal to do something
Drug pushers sometimes hang out near school yards, using descriptions of fantastic experiences as a lure to get innocent young students to buy drugs.
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Happy
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giggle -
Laugh lightly in a nervous, affected, or silly manner
Carrie giggled when she heard her favorite knock-knock joke.
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lure -
Tempt (a person or an animal) to do something or to go somewhere, especially by offering some form of reward.
The venus fly trap plant uses its beautiful colors to lure insects to their death.
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Wet
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sprinkle -
Scatter or pour small drops or particles of a substance over (an object or surface)
The chef sprinkled salt over the meat before cooking it.
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smear -
A mark or streak of a greasy or sticky substance
At the murder scene, a bloody smear of a handprint was found on the wall.
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Dishonest
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leech -
A person who extorts profit from or sponges on others
Joan loved Barry, but because he never worked and just played video games all day, she was concerned that he was just a leech and didn't really love her in return.
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cluster -
To stand or be positioned close together in a group.
Reporters clustered on both sides of the aisle as the celebrity entered the building.
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whine -
Give or make a long, high-pitched complaining cry or sound
James was sick and tired that Harry would constantly whine about the company they worked for.
