subtle -
Clever and indirect in approach or meaning.
The movie used subtle humor rather than loud, obvious jokes.
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recess -
A short break or pause, especially in the context of meetings, classes, or work, where activities are temporarily suspended.
The children were excited when recess began, eagerly running outside to play after hours of studying.
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klutz -
A clumsy, awkward, or foolish person
For a klutz like Glenn, he had to very careful when clearing the dishes from the table not to step on something he didn't notice and drop everything on the floor.
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flop -
To fail
Sam put his product on Amazon, but when no one bought it, he saw that after all his effort and investment that it was going to flop.
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downpour -
A lot of rain in a short time.
They were having a wonderful picnic, when the sudden downpour forced them to cover themselves with a large piece of plastic.
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probe -
A blunt-ended surgical instrument used for exploring a wound or part of the body
A probe is used by doctors for various procedures when they need to examine a patient's body.
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ecstatic -
Feeling or expressing overwhelming happiness or joyful excitement.
When Brad got the email saying he got the job in the big law firm, he was ecstatic.
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cliché -
A phrase or opinion that is overused and shows a lack of original thought.
Even though 'don't judge a book by its cover' is just a cliché, sometimes it's good to look more deeply to see what is true and not true.
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whim -
A sudden desire or change of mind, especially one that is unusual or unexplained
While standing in the checkout line at the grocery store, Stan bought a pack of gum on a whim.
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jumbo -
Extra or oversized in comparison to the standard.
She bought a jumbo pack of paper towels so she wouldn’t run out anytime soon.
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impose -
To force something to be accepted or endured, often against someone's will.
He didn’t want to impose his opinions on others, so he listened when other people talked.
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whiff -
A smell that is only smelled briefly or faintly
Ted caught a whiff of smoke from a nearby cigarette being lit.