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Bad / War

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ransom - A sum of money or other payment demanded or paid for the release of a someone held as a prisoner.

The family was able to raise the large sum of money that was demanded as ransom for their son.

verb

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Good / Exciting

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rave - To talk about someone or something with great enthusiasm

When Elvis' hit "Hound Dog" came out in 1956, it sold 10 million copies, and the whole world raved about it.

noun

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Bad / Angry

rage - A very strong feeling of anger

After 20 years of dedicated work, the way Allen was let go from the company without any notice left him with a rage that he never really got over.

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rebuke - Express sharp disapproval or criticism of (someone) because of their behavior or actions

The boss rebuked his employee's behavior with a stern warning.

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ransom - To release someone or something in exchange for a payment or other form of compensation.

The ancient artifacts were ransomed back to the museum after being stolen and held by black-market dealers.

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rebuke - An expression of sharp disapproval or criticism

After Jimmy embarrassed his family, they all participated in a rebuke of him so that he wouldn't repeat the same mistake.

adjective

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Bad / Strange

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radical - Extremely different from the norm, often in a way that challenges established systems, beliefs, or practices.

Her radical approach to education focused on hands-on learning and rejecting traditional teaching methods.

noun

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reckoning - A time when someone's actions will be judged to be right or wrong.

He broke and stole many things when he was drunk, and now his day of reckoning would happen in front of a judge.

noun

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Good / Important

ramifications - The possible results of an action

Being Aristotle's student, Alexander the Great was able to plan out a military strategy taking into account all its ramifications.

verb

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rampage - (especially of a large group of people) rush around in a violent and uncontrollable manner

The wild elephant rampaged through the town, knocking over motorcycles and cars.

verb

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rehabilitate - To renovate or repair something, such as a building, facility, person, or environment, to make it more usable or up to current standards.

The city invested in programs to rehabilitate the old industrial district, transforming it into a vibrant area for businesses and residents.

adjective

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reeling - To feel very shocked, upset, or confused.

The combination of the Covid19 virus and the George Floyd demonstrations left America reeling.