The sushi looked delicious, but the tidbits were too small to satisfy anyone's hunger.
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disarray -
A state of disorder or confusion.
After his weeklong illness, his thoughts were in disarray, making it hard to focus.
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concoction -
A mixture of various ingredients or elements
The bartender served Gus a Long Island Iced Tea, a concoction of various liquors that included whiskey, gin, and vodka.
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recess -
A short break or pause, especially in the context of meetings, classes, or work, where activities are temporarily suspended.
The children were excited when recess began, eagerly running outside to play after hours of studying.
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brunt -
The worst part or chief impact of a specified thing
When there is a recession, the people on the lowest economic level - the lowest paid and those with little savings - often bear the brunt of the economic downturn.
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blur -
When something is out of focus, indistinct, or obscured in a smudge or mist.
The rain on the windscreen reduced the oncoming traffic to a blur that made it hard for Beth to drive, even with her glasses.
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brink -
An extreme edge of land before a steep or vertical slope
Edwin stood on the brink of the cliff, only steps away from plummeting to the ground.
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floozy -
A girl or a woman who has a reputation for promiscuity
Stephen knew the girl who approached him was a floozy because she had been intimately involved with all of his friends.
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refuge -
A place of safety or retreat that is well-designed, cultured, and comfortable, offering both peace and style.
After a long week of work, they retreated to cabin that was a quiet refuge, with only simple furniture and located near a lake.
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clout -
Influence or power, especially in politics or business
The speaker realized he had clout when dozens of people showed up on short notice to hear him speak.
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mirth -
Amusement, especially as expressed in laughter
The night was full of mirth as the friends laughed at each other's jokes.
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gourmet -
Characterized by a sophisticated or refined approach, especially in terms of food or taste.
The restaurant’s gourmet dishes inluded a delcious meat dish and vegetables.
