borderline -
Unclear and uncertain whether something is in one category or another.
Because she was only a borderline diabetic, she didn't need insulin shots, and could maintain her blood-sugar level through diet and by staying away from sweets.
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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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ephemeral -
Lasting for a very short time brief.
Fame on social media can be ephemeral, disappearing as quickly as it starts.
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abrupt -
Sudden and unexpected, often in an unpleasant way
The company was not succeeding, mostly because the CEO kept abruptly changing the goals of where the company should be heading, and the methods for achieving those goals.
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swarthy -
Dark-skinned
With his dark and swarthy good looks, the actor had little trouble finding employment.
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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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ravenous -
Extremely hungry; eager or craving something in an intense or insatiable way.
The ravenous wolves circled their prey, growling with hunger
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chintzy -
Stingy and not willing to spend money, or cheap material
Brad was so chintzy when it came to spending money for clothes, that he hadn't bought a new shirt or pants for 10 years.
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wry -
To see a bad situation in an amusing way
The comedian's wry humor helped the audience laugh at the difficult aspects of life.
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overcast -
With a sky completely full of clouds
Though the sky was completely overcast, the team arrived at the football field hoping that it would not rain.
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Wet
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mushy -
Food that is very soft and wet
Hanna made mushy peas for her baby because he couldn't chew regular peas.
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puffy -
Describing something with a rounded or bloated shape, such as a puffy pillow or a puffy cloud.
The pillow was so puffy that it felt like he was sleeping on a soft cloud.
