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kink - A sharp twist or curve in something that is otherwise straight

Sondra prepared for the kink in the road by turning her wheels to the right.

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gewgaw - A showy thing, especially one that is useless or worthless

Francine valued the weird ring that Tom gave her, even though it was an inexpensive gewgaw - because she felt it showed that he cared about her.

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slug - A tough-skinned terrestrial mollusk that typically lacks a shell and secretes a film of mucus for protection. It can be a serious plant pes

A slug is one of the slowest-moving animals on earth, so someone who is afraid of them can easily run away.

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eyesore - Something that is very ugly or unpleasant to look at.

That abandoned building has become a real eyesore in the neighborhood.

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misfit - Someone whose behavior or attitude sets them apart, often making them feel isolated or out of place.

The new employee seemed like a misfit among the fast-paced corporate crowd.

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doozy - Something outstanding or unique of its kind

The wide receiver catching the football with one hand in the final seconds of the game was a real doozy of an event that Barry will remember for a long time.

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absurd - (of an idea or suggestion) wildly unreasonable, illogical, or inappropriate

When Edwin Hubble in 1929 suggested that some of the little dots of light in the sky were other galaxies, many people though the idea was absurd, but he was proven to be correct.

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Idiosyncrasy - A unique or peculiar behavior, habit, or characteristic specific to an individual.

He had the idiosyncrasy of suddenly - when he wanted attention - to take off his shoes and socks and lift his feet in the air.

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eerie - Strange and frightening

The woods were dark and eerie, with untold dangers lurking for Sam.

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sissy - A person regarded as effeminate or cowardly

Until he found his inner courage, the Cowardly Lion acted like a complete sissy.

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geek - An unfashionable or socially inept person, who often also has technical skills

Being such a geek, Richard made up for his lack of social skills with his expertise in computers.

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kluge - An ill-assorted collection of parts assembled to fulfill a particular purpose

Tim wasn't an expert, but he thought the kluge of wires on the floor didn't seem to serve a purpose.