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fierce - Exhibiting a violent and frightening attitude

When Arnold ran down the field with his fierce look the members of the other team were afraid to tackle him

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smack - A sharp slap or blow, typically one given with the palm of the hand

Homer hit himself with a smack when he realized how stupid he had been.

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contentious - Likely to cause disagreement or argument

When the parents invited the whole clan for Thanksgiving, they asked everyone to try to get along, and to avoid discussing contentious topics.

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ambush - A surprise attack by people lying in wait in a concealed position.

The cavalry rode on their horses in the dry mountain area, totally unaware of the ambush that awaited them.

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revenge - Harm done to someone in return for harm being done in the past

Max took the insults quietly, plotting how he would eventually seek revenge that would be swift and complete

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atrocity - An extremely wicked or cruel act, typically one involving physical violence or injury

In a terrible atrocity, after winning the battle the victorious army set fire to the enemy's village, killing most of its inhabitants.

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smash - Violently break (something) into pieces

In Jewish weddings, it's common for the groom to smash a glass with his foot as part of the ceremony.

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usurp - Take (a position of power or importance) illegally or by force

The scheming prince knew that he would soon usurp the throne from his father before his father was ready to give it up.

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conk - To hit someone on the head, usually with a heavy object.

The victim showed the police where the robber conked him on the side of the head before he took his wallet.

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pulverize - To crush something into a powder or very small pieces.

Mr. and Mrs. Brown were shocked when they saw how the tornado had pulverized their house into little pieces.

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malicious - Characterized by malice; intending or intended to do harm

The malicious serial killer hunted down his victims because he wanted revenge for what they had done to him.

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blitz - Attack or damage (a place or building) in a blitz

The soldiers blitzed the enemy before they were able to stop the attack.