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gash - A long deep slash, cut, or wound

Paul needed stitches to repair the gash in his hand.

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blot - To stain with a discoloring substance.

Captain Hook tried to find the treasure from an old map, but mold blotted out some of the most important clues as to where the treasure was buried.

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shame - The emotion experienced when one believes they have done something wrong or inappropriate, often leading to feelings of guilt or disgrace.

Afterwards, he felt a deep sense of shame after lying to his friends about something so important.

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clatter - A continuous rattling sound as of hard objects falling or striking each other

The clatter of falling dishes echoed across the room.

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Other / Up-Down

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tumble - A sudden or headlong fall

The sign posted nearby indicated that it was easy to accidentally take a tumble down the rickety stairs.

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blush - A reddening of the face as a sign of embarrassment or shame

One of the many emojis available features a smiling face with a blush to indicate receiving flattery.

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Good / Busy

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surge - A sudden powerful forward or upward movement, especially by a crowd or by a natural force such as the waves or tide

A surge of people broke through the barriers as the police tried to hold them back.

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exile - To remove someone from a position or place and prevent their return.

He was exiled from his homeland for speaking out against the government.

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Other / Wet

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drizzle - Light rain falling in very fine drops

The light drizzle created small ripples in the water.

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Other / Inward

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finesse - Do (something) in a subtle and delicate manner

After speaking with the customer like a friend, the salesman was able to finesse him into a sale.

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squint - Look at someone or something with one or both eyes partly closed in an attempt to see more clearly or as a reaction to strong light

George lost his glasses, so he had to squint to see anything clearly.

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embrace - To hold someone tightly in your arms, usually as a sign of love, affection, or comfort.

She embraced her friend after not seeing her for years.