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fumes - Gases or vapors, especially those that are toxic or unpleasant, often produced by burning or chemical reactions.

The car was releasing thick fumes from the exhaust pipe, and we could smell them in the car, making the air difficult to breathe.

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Bad / Disorganized

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shambles - A state of total disorder

After the mild earthquake, Steve's room was in shambles, making it very difficult for him to find the things he needed right away.

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jackpot - A large cash prize, typically won in a game of chance or lottery.

He won the jackpot in the lottery and became a millionaire overnight.

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multitude - A large number of people or things

France gave the Statue of Libery to New York to welcome the multidue of immigrants that entered New York.

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Bad / Mistake

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snafu - A confused or chaotic state; a mess

A lack of funding led to the snafu of an incomplete bridge being built across the river.

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Good / Exciting

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extravaganza - An elaborate and spectacular entertainment or production

The extravaganza before the Olympics featured brilliant fireworks that could be seen for miles.

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Bad / Stupid

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bozo - A stupid, rude, or insignificant person, especially a man

Martin was a bozo who would always act rudely to people, and as a result his boss was considering letting him go.

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exposure - The condition of being exposed to something like weather, danger, or public view.

The journalist’s article led to the exposure of a major financial scandal.

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Good / Calm

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slumber - A sleep

The slumber of babies is one of the few times they are quiet.

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vanity - Excessive pride in one's appearance, qualities, abilities, achievements

Some philosphers say it's better to be modest and humble, than to have excessive vanity and always being so concerned about one's appearance.

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conflagration - a large fire that causes a lot of damage; or a large and violent event.

As the forest fire raged, people were afraid that the conflagration would reach and destroy the houses nearby.

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prowess - Skill or expertise in a particular activity or field

Without a doubt, Michael Jordan possessed an exceptional prowess on the basketball court.