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Other / Desire

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dibs - The right to have or choose something

During the Black Friday shopping spree, Eleanor called dibs on a flatscreen TV, but someone in the aggressive crowd got to it first.

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Other / Move

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Standstill - A halt in activity, usually temporary but total.

Traffic came to a standstill after the accident on the highway.

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Bad / Bad

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catastrophe - An event causing great and often sudden damage or suffering; a disaster

The Great Chicago Fire was a major catastrophe that nearly destroyed the city.

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Good / Successful

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bonanza - A situation or event that creates a sudden increase in wealth, good fortune, or profits

The bankers celebrated their sudden bonanza by going out to the nicest restaurant in town.

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Other / Shape

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Wrinkle - A small line or fold in something, especially fabric or skin; or a minor problem or unexpected difficulty.

There’s just one little wrinkle in our plan—we forgot to book the hotel we were planning to stay in.

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Bad / Strange

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kluge - An ill-assorted collection of parts assembled to fulfill a particular purpose

Tim wasn't an expert, but he thought the kluge of wires on the floor didn't seem to serve a purpose.

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Good / New

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Upshot - The final result or outcome of a situation or series of events.

After several weeks of thorough investigation, the upshot revealed that there were several policy violations that should be prosecuted.

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Other / Other

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narrative - A story or a description of a series of events

As historians learned more about the ancient revolution, they gradually changed their narrative about what happened.

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Bad / Weak

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Mediocrity - Lack of exceptional talent or ability — being unremarkable in performance or achievement.

Despite everyone's hopes and expectations, the team's performance was marked by mediocrity and inconsistency.

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Breakdown - A mechanical failure, especially of a vehicle or machine. Can also be used in medical contexts.

She had an emotional breakdown after losing her job and going through a divorce.

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Good / Exciting

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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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maestro - A person who is very skilled at doing something, especially music

Toscanini was a maestro at conducting the New York Philharmonic