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Good / Strong

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Procure - To obtain or secure something, often through deliberate effort, care, or special means.

He managed to procure a rare antique book after months of searching through various bookstores.

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Good / Happy

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frolic - To play and move about in a cheerful, lively, and light-spirited manner.

On the first warm spring day after the long harsh winter, the lambs were let out in the field and they frolicked playfully in the fresh grass.

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Good / Friendly

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Broach - To introduce or begin a new subject or issue.

He didn’t know how to broach the topic of moving away from his parents.

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Good / Love

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fondle - Stroke or caress lovingly or erotically

Hank's dog loved to have his ears fondled.

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Good / Love

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Nurture - To care for and encourage the growth or development of someone or something.

Parents should nurture their children’s creativity and confidence.

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Good / New

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rejuvenate - To make somebody or something look or feel newer or younger

After his camping trip in the Rockies, Sam felt rejuvenated physically and emotionally, and was looking to go back to work with renewed energy.

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Good / Smart

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Scrutinize - To look at something in great detail, often to understand it better or to detect any flaws or issues.

The detective carefully scrutinized the evidence he had gathered, trying to find a clue that might help him figure out who committted the crime.

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Good / Friendly

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mingle - Mix or cause to mix together

Despite her shyness, Ingrid knew she had to mingle with people at the party.

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Good / Exciting

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exclaim - To cry out or speak in strong or sudden emotion

When she realized that she had just won the 100 million dollar lottery, Liz exlaimed, "I've been hoping for this day all my life!"

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Good / Busy

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gallivanting - Go around from one place to another in the pursuit of pleasure or entertainment

After he graduated high school, Damian decided to gallivant across Europe for a whole year instead of heading straight to college.

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navigate - To lead a company, activity, etc. in a particular direction, or to deal effectively with a difficult situation.

From the time he started Microsoft, Bill Gates was able to successfully navigate its rapid growth in terms of products and customers.

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Concoct - To invent or devise a plan, story, or excuse, often in a clever or dishonest way.

They concocted a brilliant plan to surprise their friend on her birthday.