slog -
To move with determination against difficult obstacles
After their boat got stuck in the swamp, Anne, Joyce, and Mary climbed out and slogged through the swamp for an hour before they got to solid land.
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gleam -
A brief or faint light, often reflected off a surface.
The gleam of the sun on the water made the whole lake look magical.
adjective
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Good
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Fantastic -
Extremely good or excellent; wonderful.
Bill did a fantastic job on his presentation—it was clear and creative!
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flourish -
A bold or extravagant gesture or action, made especially to attract the attention of others
As a final flourish, the basketball player broke the glass backboard with his slam dunk.
noun
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Disorganized
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devastation -
The state of being overwhelmed or ruined completely.
Wildfires swept through the forest, resulting in total devastation of wildlife habitats.
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Happy
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romp -
A spell of rough, energetic play
JIm enjoyed the occasional outdoor romp with his kids so they could use all their energy up.
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Dangerous
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jeopardize -
To endanger or threaten the success or safety of something.
Drinking and driving can jeopardize not only your own life but also the lives of others.
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Stupid
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pointless -
Having no purpose, and is not worth doing
Though Bill's parents wanted him to be a doctor, he didn't find it interesting, and hated the sight of blood, so he thought it was pointless to apply to medical school.
verb
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Wet
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soak -
To make something very wet
The thunderstorm during the race soaked the runner's clothes.
verb
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Dishonest
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bluff -
Try to deceive someone as to one's abilities or intentions
Tim had a bad poker hand but decided to bluff and bet all of his chips at once.
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Slow
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plod -
To walk doggedly and slowly with heavy steps
Richard plodded through the desert as the heat and lack of water left him with no energy.
adjective
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Powerless
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docile -
Ready to accept control or instruction; submissive
The lion tamer was so talented that any lion near him acted completely docile.
