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Other / Wet

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splash - Cause (liquid) to strike or fall on something in irregular drops

The bartender dropped an ice cubs in the full glass, causing it to splash all over him.

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Other / Move

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smear - A mark or streak of a greasy or sticky substance

At the murder scene, a bloody smear of a handprint was found on the wall.

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Other / Body

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burp - To allow air from the stomach to come out through the mouth in a noisy way

After feeding her newborn baby, Janet put him on her shoulder and patted his back until he burped.

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Bad / Attack

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shame - The emotion experienced when one believes they have done something wrong or inappropriate, often leading to feelings of guilt or disgrace.

Afterwards, he felt a deep sense of shame after lying to his friends about something so important.

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Other / Inward

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swagger - Walk or behave in a very confident and typically arrogant or aggressive way

The millionaire swaggered into the fancy nightclub, knowing all eyes would be on him.

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Other / Other

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stunt - Prevent from growing or developing properly

Doctors claim poor nutrition and a lack of exercise can stunt a child's growth.

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Exile - To remove someone from a position or place and prevent their return.

He was exiled from his homeland for speaking out against the government.

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Good / Friendly

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wink - An act of closing and opening one eye quickly, typically as a signal

With just a wink of this eye, the celebrity acknowledged his fans cheering him on at the movie premiere.

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Good / Smart

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probe - Physically explore or examine (something) with the hands or an instrument

For men, getting a prostate exam can involve a doctor probing their body in an uncomfortable procedure.

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Good / Busy

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throng - A large, densely packed crowd of people or animals

The handful of musicians on stage were outnumbered by the enormous throng of people in the audience.

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spurt - A quick, forceful flow of liquid, gas, or another substance.

The dog tried to drink the water as it was spurting out of the hose.

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Other / Body

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snooze - A short, light sleep, especially during the day

Lenny was angry that his quick snooze in bed was interrupted by his alarm clock.