bystander -
a person who is near something that is happening but is involved by accident
When the police where chasing some robbers, they shot and injured some innocent bystanders.
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ingratitude -
A lack of proper appreciation or thanks for something that was given or done.
She was shocked at her son's ingratitude that after raising him for 20 years, when he moved out he hardly ever called.
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intercept -
To stop and catch something before it is able to reach its destination.
The Iron Dome intercepts enemy missiles by tracking and hitting the missiles before they land.
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tricky -
Difficult to deal with or do, often requiring skill or caution, sometimes being deceptive or misleading, making it appear different from what it really is.
The magician used a tricky move to distract the audience
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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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ogle -
To stare at something or someone in a desirous way
Fran felt uncomfortable the way some of the passengers on the subway ogled her diamond necklace.
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toggle -
To switch from one effect, feature, or state to another by using a toggle
Internet browsers allow you to toggle between windows for easy access to websites.
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gregarious -
Tending to seek and enjoy the company of others, often in social settings.
Mark is known for being gregarious, always at the center of every party and social gathering.
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engrossing -
Something so interesting that it takes your entire attention
Bill found the movie so engrossing, that when it was over it took him a minute to remember where he was.
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dynamic -
Marked by continuous and productive activity or change
The new CEO was dynamic, and totally transformed the company and made it more efficient and profitable.
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ridicule -
The subjection of someone or something to contemptuous and dismissive language or behavior
Tommy was the object of ridicule after he revealed an embarrassing secret.
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druthers -
A person's preference in a matter
If he had his druthers, Vance would be a professional writer instead of working in an office all day.
