boondoggle -
Work or activity that is wasteful or pointless but gives the appearance of having value
When the funds dried up before the bridge could be finished, it turned into an expensive boondoggle that couldn't transport anybody.
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yokel -
A naive or gullible inhabitant of a rural area or small town
Jed Clampett knew he and his family were considered yokels from the countryside, so he was unsure of how they would be treated in Beverly Hills.
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ilk -
Referring to a certain type of people, usually in a negative sense
The police chief said to the young men causing trouble in the downtown area, “Leave now, and I don’t want to see you or your ilk in this area any time soon.”
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outbreak -
A sudden start or increase of something harmful, especially a disease or conflict.
The outbreak of the flu led to school closures across the region.
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gust -
A strong, brief burst of wind.
A strong gust of wind almost blew the umbrella out of her hands.
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migrant -
A person that travels to a different country or place, often in order to find work.
He grew up as a migrant worker with his family, always changing locations to find another farm to work on.
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laggard -
A person who makes slow progress and falls behind others
Once the runners ahead of him were specks in the distance, Terry knew he was the laggard of the race.
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glory -
A state of splendor, magnificence, or beauty, often associated with triumph or success.
The glory of the sunset over the ocean made the entire beach appear like a painting.
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enclave -
A distinct group or area enclosed within a larger one, often differing in culture or identity.
The town is an enclave of French culture in the middle of a Spanish-speaking region.
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ultimatum -
A firm warning, often with consequences if the demand isn’t met.
She gave him an ultimatum—either quit smoking or move out.
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glamour -
The attractive or exciting quality that makes certain people or things seem appealing or special
With her beautiful hair and sparkling jewelry, the model was the very picture of glamour.
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blabbermouth -
An overly talkative person who speaks without thinking.
Don't tell Jerry things you don't want others to know about, because you can’t trust a blabbermouth with secrets.
