Smallpox was a very dangerous malady that has mostly been cured with vaccinations.
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shatter -
To break or cause to break suddenly and violently into pieces
The force of the explosion shattered the glass windows.
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thorny -
Causing distress, difficulty, or trouble.
The negotiating teams were up all night trying to resolve some final thorny issues that had to be resolved.
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collide -
What happens when a moving object hits something violently
The captain was totally surprised when the Titanic collided with the iceberg.
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unleash -
To release something powerful or intense, especially something that has been held back; to set free or allow something to happen without restriction.
The storm unleashed heavy rains and strong winds across the region.
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risky -
Denoting something that exposes someone to risk, often requiring careful consideration or caution before proceeding.
Investing in stocks can be risky, especially if the market is volatile and unpredictable.
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tailspin -
A rapid loss of control, a state of confusion, panic, or chaos, a sudden and dramatic decline or failure.
Because of engine trouble, the plane suddenly went into a tailspin, and the pilot struggled to regain control.
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beast -
Something or somebody very difficult or unpleasant to deal with.
He acted like a beast when he lost his temper, and shouted at the top of his lungs and threw dishes.
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inferno -
A large fire that is dangerously out of control
The raging inferno that was consuming the forest would be a big challenge for the firefighters.
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volatile -
An unstable situation that is likely to get worse quickly
Victor realized that he had created a volatile chemical that could easily explode if he wasn't very careful
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plight -
A dangerous, difficult, or otherwise unfortunate situation
The plight of the jobless is slightly improved when they receive temporary unemployment benefits.
