flunky -
A person who performs relatively menial tasks for someone else, especially obsequiously
The billionaire's flunky got on his knees and begged him to give him another day of vacation..
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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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fracas -
A noisy disturbance or quarrel
The fans in the stands looked on in shock as both teams' players engaged in a heated fracas.
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nonsense -
Words or actions that are silly, stupid, make no sense, and have no meaning.
The jury felt that the defendant's alibi sounded like nonsense.
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loudmouth -
Someone who speaks loudly and without thinking, often causing trouble or embarrassment.
Even though he was a real loudmouth, always bragging about his achievements and rarely listening to others, he was still amazingly successful.
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froth -
A mass of small bubbles in liquid caused by agitation, fermentation, etc.; foam
Even though it cost six dollars, the decorative froth on top of the latte made it worth the money.
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ditty -
A short simple song
No matter how much he tried, Bill just couldn't stop humming the short ditty that he had heard on the radio which advertised a popular website.
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fangs -
Long, pointed teeth used by animals especially snakes, spiders, or carnivores to bite and sometimes inject venom.
In the movie, the vampire’s glowing fangs appeared just before he attacked.
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mystery -
Something that is difficult or impossible to understand or explain, a person or thing that arouses curiosity or wonder because it is unknown or puzzling.
The cause of the strange noise in the attic remains a mystery.
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envy -
The desire to have something that someone else has.
She felt a twinge of envy when she saw her friend's vacation photos.
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thug -
A violent person, especially a criminal
When walking late at night, people should be aware of violent thugs that could rob them.
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tomboy -
A girl who enjoys activities and behaviors typically associated with boys, such as rough play or sports.
As a child, she was a tomboy who loved climbing trees and playing soccer.
