stun -
To knock unconscious, or to be put into a dazed or semiconscious state
The boxer was stunned by his opponent's powerful punch to his face.
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foist -
To Impose an unwelcome situation on someone.
Barry didn't really want Steve to stay over, but Steve claimed he had no other place to stay, so Steve managed to foist himself on Barry because of Barry's natural good nature.
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Flexible
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reimburse -
To pay back money to someone who has spent it for you or lost it because of you.
They were hoping that their insurance company would reimburse them for the cost of the expensive operation.
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Friendly
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soothe -
To bring peace or relief, emotionally or physically.
He explained his concerns to his friend, who responded with time and words that soothed his mood.
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Old
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creak -
To show weakness or frailty under strain.
When Willie got into his 90's, he felt he could almost hear his bones creak when he walked.
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Small
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remark -
To make a comment, saying something casually.
The teacher remarked to the class that it was interesting that half the students were absent on this beautiful spring day.
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Delay
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evade -
To escape or avoid something, especially by cleverness or trickery.
The thief managed to evade the police by hiding in an alley.
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snore -
To breathe in a very noisy way through the nose and mouth while sleeping.
She decided to wear earplugs at night because when her husband snored loudly, it woke her up.
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Aggressive
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usurp -
To take a position of power or importance illegally or by force; to seize or assume something without the right to do so.
Throughout history, many rulers have usurped thrones through deceit and betrayal
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astonish -
To surprise or impress (someone) greatly
The audience was astonished by the amazing fireworks display at the end of the concert.
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Surprise
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startle -
To cause a person or animal to feel sudden shock or alarm
The speeding car startled Victor, and he had just enough time to jump out of the way.
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Big
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amass -
To accumulate a large amount of something gradually, especially wealth, knowledge, or resources.
She amassed enough evidence to support the conlusions of her research.
