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gasp - A convulsive catching of breath

Abe let out a sharp gasp after he had remained underwater for ten seconds.

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Other / Move

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Dip - A brief lowering or decline, often in reference to a surface or position

After a long hike, they took a refreshing dip in the lake

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Blast - A sudden, loud explosion or burst of air, sound, or energy.

The factory explosion caused a powerful blast that could be heard for miles.

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grunt - (of an animal, especially a pig) make a low, short guttural sound

Pigs who are more inquisitive tend to grunt more, which draws attention to them.

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screech - A loud, harsh, piercing cry

When his mother told him she wasn't going to buy him a toy, Tommy let out a screech that could be heard across the parking lot.

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Bad / Small

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dab - Press against something lightly with a piece of absorbent material in order to clean or dry it

Carol dabbed the wet dish with a cloth after she cleaned it.

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Good / Friendly

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Encounter - A meeting or confrontation, often unexpected or unplanned, between two or more individuals or groups.

Their encounter at the conference led to a productive collaboration

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Bad / Afraid

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Panic - A sudden, uncontrollable fear or anxiety, often causing irrational behavior or chaos.

His panic grew when he realized he had lost his passport just before the flight.

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howl - A cry of pain, anger, amusement, etc.

The wolf's howl echoed across the snowy field.

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Bad / Dislike

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scorn - The feeling or belief that someone or something is worthless or despicable; contempt

Sheriff Otto gave his deputy a look of scorn when he asked a silly question.

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Eclipse - To surpass or outshine in importance, significance, or quality, often rendering something less noticeable or significant.

His achievements in the field of philosophy eclipsed those who came before and after him.

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Other / Body

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squint - An act or instance of squinting

Zed's eyes narrowed into a squint because the lights were too bright.

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