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grind - To reduce something to small particles or powder by crushing or rubbing.

He used a mortar and pestle to grind the ingredients into a fine powder to make the medicine.

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clench - To contract the muscles of the hand, usually applicable to a firmly closed fist.

After his injections, the tiny baby began to cry and clench his fists in pain and fear.

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dubious - Hesitating or doubting

Josh gave Sam a dubious look when he told him that they were going to win the lottery.

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spellbound - To hold one's complete attention, as if in a spell

The Jones family were spellbound by the wonder of Disneyworld.

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quorum - The minimum number of members required to be present in order to conduct official business or make decisions as a group.

In order to pass the new policy, the council needed a quorum of at least 12 members in attendance.

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growl - (of an animal, especially a dog) make a low guttural sound of hostility in the throat

Brian growled back at his dog, but it just made her angrier.

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snooze - A short, light sleep, especially during the day

Lenny was angry that his quick snooze in bed was interrupted by his alarm clock.

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clutch - To grasp or seize (something) tightly or eagerly

Babies will often clutch their parents' fingers as part of a bonding ritual.

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radiant - Shining, full of light, glowing brightly

New York City at night looks radiant with its buildings full of light.

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skinny - Being too thin

The horse just didn't like eating, and it was so skinny it could not do any work

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bulge - Swell or expand to an unnatural extent

Alan loved drinking beer, but one of the unfortunate consequences of his drinking so much beer was that his belly bulged more than he liked.

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stilted - An attitude that is stiff, unnatural, or too formal

When Arthur ran for mayor his stilted manner made it hard for the voters to relate to him.