amok -
to be out of control and act in a wild or dangerous manner
After Mendel saw the drunken peasants running amok destroying his little village, he knew it was time to leave Russia and go to America.
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vigorous -
Very forceful or energetic.
Winston Churchill's 'Blood, toil, tears, and sweat' speech inspired England to have a vigorous response to the German invasion of Europe, and to the attack by planes of England.
verb
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Attack
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debunk -
To expose the falseness or hollowness of (a myth, idea, or belief)
No matter how many false myths exist, the truth will always debunk them.
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tumble -
(typically of a person) fall suddenly, clumsily, or headlong
When the movie star tumbled down the stairs at the popular event, the cameras made sure to capture the entire incident.
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alarming -
Causing fear, concern, worry, and apprehension.
Starting in 2014 there was an alarming increase in fentanyl deaths in the US peaking to over 73,000 deaths in 2023.
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splendid -
Magnificent; very impressive
The five-star villa came with a splendid view of the ocean.
noun
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Weak
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wobble -
An unsteady movement from side to side
When a baby first learns to walk, its steps look more like an unsteady wobble.
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endearing -
Arousing feelings of affection or admiration
Bill had an endearing smile that caused everyone to instantly like him.
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moisturized -
To make something, especially the skin, less dry.
As a person gets older, it is important to use creams to keep the skin moisturized to minimize getting visible cracks and creases.
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Successful
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bonanza -
A situation or event that creates a sudden increase in wealth, good fortune, or profits
The bankers celebrated their sudden bonanza by going out to the nicest restaurant in town.
noun
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Smart
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finesse -
Intricate and refined delicacy
Roger Federer is a championship player because of his finesse on the tennis court.
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defray -
To pay for something in a way that reduces or delays costs, expenses, or financial obligation.
They decided to rent out the basement in order to defray the cost of the monthly mortgage payments.
