sobering -
Serving as a reminder of harsh reality, often reducing excitement or joy.
It was a sobering moment when he realized how much money he had wasted because of his gambling addiction.
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stopgap -
A quick fix that solves a problem temporarily but not permanently.
To fix the website, we hired a freelance designer as a stopgap measure until we could find someone full-time.
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swap -
To give something and be given something else instead
Jay and Dave agreed to swap gifts with each other for the holildays.
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stout -
Somewhat fat or heavily built, especially around the waist.
The stout man got around town riding an electric scooter with a seat.
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excessive -
Going beyond what is considered acceptable or appropriate.
He was fined for driving at an excessive speed through a school zone.
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prosper -
To succeed in material terms; be financially successful
Scrooge McDuck had prospered so much in life that he had an entire room of his house that held all of his money.
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truce -
An agreement between enemies or opponents to stop fighting for a certain time.
The two countries called a truce in order to start negotiations in the hope of ending the conflict.
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spunky -
Courageous and determined
Dora the Explorer's spunky personality allows her to travel the world in search of adventure.
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agile -
Able to move quickly and easily, and be well coordinated.
Bill was always the most agile boy in his high school, but it took hard work and focus to reach the tryouts for the Olympic gymnastic team.
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migrate -
To travel to a new location or country, to live there temporarily or permanently.
Many birds migrate to southern climates in the winter, because during that season they find eating and living there easier.
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jubilant -
Feeling or expressing great joy, happiness, or triumph.
He was jubilant when he received the news of his promotion.
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skeptical -
Not easily convinced, having doubts or reservations.
When the detective was told that the death was an accident, he was skeptical, and he eventually solved the murder case and brought the criminal to justice.
