Fred was still considered a prime suspect, because his story about what he did the night of the crime sounded contrived to the detective who interviewed him.
noun
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Aggressive
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firestorm -
A violent outburst or uproar of emotion, controversy, or public reaction.
Her controversial comments sparked a firestorm of criticism on social media.
noun
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Dishonest
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charade -
An act or event that is clearly false
Bill told Samantha that he wanted to get married, but she suspected that he didn't mean it, and that the dating was just a charade.
adjective
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Unfriendly
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haughty -
Arrogantly superior and disdainful
The maids were paid well, but their employer's haughty attitude made them feel worthless.
adjective
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Disorganized
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tousled -
Disordered or disheveled
Many models today ironically have tousled hair as a fashion statement.
noun
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Unfriendly
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ingratitude -
A lack of proper appreciation or thanks for something that was given or done.
She was shocked at her son's ingratitude that after raising him for 20 years, when he moved out he hardly ever called.
verb
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Unfriendly
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tattle -
To report and tell about another's wrongdoing
Jack tried to sneak out of the house, but Howie tattled on him to their parents.
adjective
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Aggressive
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cutthroat -
Competing with each other in overly aggressive ways
The cutthroat competition between the 2 stores was so intense, that products were selling below cost.
adjective
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Unfriendly
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sarcastic -
Describing a tone or remark that is intended to mock, criticize, or convey disdain in a humorous or cutting manner.
When he said, "Oh, great, another meeting," his tone was sarcastic, clearly showing that he wasn’t excited at all.
verb
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Dirty
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singe -
To damage something just enough to cause slight harm, especially through exposure to heat or fire.
She accidentally singed her hair while cooking dinner and had to trim a bit off.
verb
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Afraid
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dread -
Anticipate with great apprehension or fear
Ben and Betty dreaded walking through the haunted forest, afraid that ghosts could appear at any time.
adjective
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Strange
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preppy -
Of or typical of a student or graduate of an expensive prep school, especially with reference to their style of dress
The rich young men were dressed in preppy attire in order to play in their croquet match.
