wary -
Feeling or showing caution about possible dangers or problems.
After having almost drowned, Kyle was very wary about going swimming when he went with his friends to the beach.
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Happy
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Elated -
Filled with joy, pride, or high spirits, often due to a sense of achievement or good news.
She was elated when she graduated from the university with an excellent grade.
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Flexible
verb
swivel -
Turn around a point or axis or on a swivel
Harold swiveled in his chair and made himself dizzy as a result.
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Inward
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Ironic -
Happening in a way that is opposite to what is expected, often in an amusing or thought-provoking manner.
It was ironic that the fire station burned down due to an electrical fault.
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Move
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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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Mistake
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backfire -
When a plan fails, and it has the opposite result of what was intended.
The politician tried to hide his assets, in order to appear like a common man. But his plan backfired when they were revealed, and people saw that he was a liar.
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Good
adjective
splendid -
Magnificent; very impressive
The five-star villa came with a splendid view of the ocean.
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Disorganized
adjective
ramshackle -
(especially of a house or vehicle) in a state of severe disrepair
The ramshackle house was in such poor shape that nobody was allowed to live there anymore.
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Successful
verb
thrive -
(of a child, animal, or plant) grow or develop well or vigorously
After heavy rains and patient care by the landscaper, the garden was soon thriving with beautiful plants and flowers.
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Strong
noun
clout -
Influence or power, especially in politics or business
The speaker realized he had clout when dozens of people showed up on short notice to hear him speak.
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Wet
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splash -
A sound made by something striking or falling into liquid
In the rain-soaked field, the splash of water on the ground was the only sound heard.
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Good
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benign -
Kind, gentle, and harmless in nature or effect, or not harmful to health
Despite his large size, the dog was completely benign and friendly.
