prevail -
To prove more powerful than opposing forces; to win and be victorious
Though the 15 rounds of the boxing match was extremely difficult, in the end Mike prevailed over his opponent.
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oppress -
To rule people in a way that takes advantage of them politically and economically.
During the age of imperialism, the wealthy countries invaded and oppressed countries in Africa and Asia.
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refine -
To make something better or more precise by removing flaws, errors, or unwanted elements.
He spent years working to refine his painting skills, mastering the techniques of light and shadow.
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topple -
To fall as a result of being unsteady or pushed.
Robespierre and the National Assembly stormed the Bastille and toppled King Louis XVI in the French Revolution of 1789.
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sabotage -
To deliberately destroy, damage, or obstruct (something), especially for political or military advantage.
People who aren't willing to better themselves often resort to sabotaging themselves instead of working through the problem.
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deflect -
To direct attention away from a topic
At the press conference the Mayor didn't want to talk about the issue being asked, so he deflected the question and talked about a different subject.
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smooch -
To kiss.
Adam and Eve could not stop thinking about each other and they cherished their lunch breaks when they would meet in the park for a smooch.
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slash -
To cut something with a violent sweeping motion, often with a knife or blade; or to drastically reduce or lower something, especially prices or budgets.
He slashed the rope around the box with a knife to free the trapped animal.
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skim -
To remove a substance from the surface of a liquid
The farmer skimmed the cream from the milk in order to reduce the fat content.
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afflict -
To cause pain, suffering, or trouble.
The South American country was afflicted by political and financial corruption for decades.
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divulge -
To reveal something secret or private, to make known information that was previously hidden.
The company wouldn't divulge any details about the new product, and it would be top secret until it came out.
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warp -
To become bent and twisted out of shape.
Sometimes the enemy bombards the media with propaganda and lies to warp public opinion in the direction that they want.
