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trend - A general direction in which something is developing or changing over time, such as a popular style or activity, especially in fashion, technology, or culture.

There's a growing trend toward remote work - working at home - in many industries.

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skim - To remove a substance from the surface of a liquid

The farmer skimmed the cream from the milk in order to reduce the fat content.

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breeze - To move easily or confidently through a situation.

He breezed through the crowd, full of confidence and energy.

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penetrate - To enter something and move through it.

It's seems that no matter how hard I studiy, the information about this course just doesn't seem to penetrate my brain.

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gyrations - Circular or spiral movements, often in a rapid or repetitive manner.

The helicopter’s gyrations in the sky caused concern, as it seemed to be struggling to maintain control.

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incessant - Persistent and never-ending, especially referring to noise, activity, or behavior.

The incessant barking of the neighbor’s dog kept me awake all night.

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smear - Coat or mark (something) messily or carelessly with a greasy or sticky substance

Caleb smeared cream cheese on his bagel to make it taste better.

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whoosh - Move or cause to move quickly or suddenly with a rushing sound

As they raced, Superman and The Flash whooshed by so quickly that it just looked like a blur to the spectators.

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circumvent - To find a way around and overcome a problem or difficulty.

Because of the large traffic jam, I new a side road that could circumvent the mess and get home the same time I normally do.

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trek - Go on a long arduous journey, typically on foot

Trekking through the Himalayas will reveal the powerful majesty of nature.

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disperse - To scatter or spread over a wide area.

The wind began to disperse the smoke from the fire.

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glide - To move easily and smoothly

When Michael Jordan went up to shoot a basket, it seemed that he glided through the air.