To end a call when using old rotary phones, a person would have to place the phone down on the two nubs sticking out on top of the dial.
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prude -
A person who is or claims to be easily shocked by matters relating to sex or nudity
As a natural prude, Tammy knew she would be very uncomfortable at a nude beach.
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Dangerous
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plight -
A dangerous, difficult, or otherwise unfortunate situation
The plight of the jobless is slightly improved when they receive temporary unemployment benefits.
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Pleasure
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elixir -
Something considered to be a remedy for problems or difficulties
For many, laughter is the best elixir for stress and sadness.
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Beautiful
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picturesque -
Visually attractive and charming.
They bought the cabin the woods mainly for its very picturesque environment that surrounded it.
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New
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rookie -
A beginner who has little or no experience.
The rookie mountain climbers descended at a safer location than the experts and had additional supervision to ensure their safety while they gained experience.
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Big
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jackpot -
A large cash prize, typically won in a game of chance or lottery.
He won the jackpot in the lottery and became a millionaire overnight.
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Big
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gobs -
A lot of
For most people, making gobs of money will provide them happiness.
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Mistake
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blooper -
An embarrassing error
Movies will frequently have blooper reels where the actors laugh and ruin a scene.
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Beautiful
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ornament -
An object used to decorate or beautify, especially something small and decorative, something that adds grace, beauty, or distinction to a person or thing.
They ornamented the hall with flowers and lights for the wedding.
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Hostile
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slur -
An insinuation or allegation about someone that is likely to insult them or damage their reputation
While running for mayor, Arnie ignored the constant slurs against him by the local press, as if it was beneath his dignity to pay any attention to it.
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Powerless
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beggar -
A person, typically a homeless one, who lives by asking for money or food
The streets in most cities have homeless beggars trying to survive day to day.
