sabotage -
To deliberately destroy, damage, or obstruct (something), especially for political or military advantage.
People who aren't willing to better themselves often resort to sabotaging themselves instead of working through the problem.
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snooty -
Showing disapproval or contempt toward others, especially those considered to belong to a lower social class
Wearing a finely tailored suit, Philip looked down on the homeless beggar with a snooty glance.
verb
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snatch -
To quickly seize something in a rude or eager way
Lenny wanted to play with his brother's toy, so he tried to snatch it away from him.
noun
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Small
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pittance -
A very small amount of money, less than what one wanted and expected.
The workers decided to strike because they felt that their wages were a mere pittance compared to what they deserved.
noun
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Unhappy
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funk -
A state of depression
Daryl was in a deep funk after losing his job and girlfriend in the same week.
noun
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gimmick -
A trick or device intended to attract attention, publicity, or business
Sales promotions like "buy one, get one free" are a common marketing gimmick.
noun
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louse -
A person or thing that causes trouble or harm; or a small, parasitic insect that feeds on the blood of animals, typically living in hair or fur.
He’s a real louse, never available when you need him, and always offering a stupid excuse.
noun
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nag -
A person who nags someone
Kevin had suspicions that his girlfriend was turning into a nag because she was always telling how to dress and what to do.
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Strange
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ghetto -
A part of a city, especially a slum area, occupied by a minority group or marginalized community.
The Smith family lived in the inner-city ghetto, and tried to make the best of a hard life.
adjective
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Disorganized
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scruffy -
Shabby and untidy or dirty
Alex didn't realize that his scruffy clothes kept him from attracting women.
noun
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Weak
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collapse -
When something breaks and falls down.
The collapse of negotiations between management and labor caused the strike to begin, and there was no telling how long it would last.
verb
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Attack
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clobber -
To hit (someone) hard
Muhammad Ali would frequently clobber his opponents until they couldn't get up.
