lug -
To carry or drag a heavy or bulky object slowly with great effort.
For Sam, the worst part of moving to a new house was lugging his belongings over there.
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garble -
To distort a message so that it is unclear or confusing
When the astronauts landed on Mars, static garbled their voices so none of the billions of people on earth watching on TV could understand what they were saying.
adjective
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New
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imminent -
About to happen very soon; approaching or near in time.
Dark clouds in the sky signaled that a storm was imminent.
noun
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Powerless
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scapegoat -
A person or group who is unfairly blamed for the problems, mistakes, or wrongdoings of others.
The employee was made the scapegoat for the project's failure, even though the entire team had contributed to the problems.
verb
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flow -
To move steadily and continuously, typically in a liquid, air, or smooth motion.
The conversation flowed easily between the two old friends.
adjective
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scruffy -
Shabby and untidy or dirty
Alex didn't realize that his scruffy clothes kept him from attracting women.
verb
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verify -
To check or prove something through evidence or investigation
The scientist ran multiple tests to verify the results of the experiment.
adjective
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frustrating -
Causing feelings of irritation or annoyance due to difficulties, obstacles, and lack of progress.
It’s so frustrating when the internet keeps disconnecting in the middle of an important video call.
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crag -
A steep or rugged cliff or rock face
The rocky crag stood at the top of the hill like a watchman.
verb
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squelch -
To inhibit or suppress
The press secretary firmly denied and squelched the false rumors about the president's policy.
verb
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antagonize -
To cause someone to become hostile or angry.
When he met someone new, he was honest about his political point of view though he knew there was a risk it would antagonize the other person.
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trek -
A long arduous journey, especially one made on foot
A trek through nature is a long yet very scenic form of exercise.
