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1093 of 2007
Other / Body

verb

drool - Drop saliva uncontrollably from the mouth

Any time he thought of donuts, Homer would drool uncontrollably and make his shirt wet.

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1094 of 2007
Good / Successful

verb

blossom - To fufill one's potential by becoming more attractive, successful, or confident.

A year after graduating law school, Wendy blossomed as an eloquent court attorney.

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1095 of 2007
Bad / Dangerous

adjective

precarious - Not safe and likely to fall or fail

Jill's spending habits were without bound, and as a result her financial situation was precarious.

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1096 of 2007
Good / Strong

nounverb noun

boost - A source of help or encouragement leading to increase or improvement

When he woke up after only a few hours of sleep, Mike knew he needed a cup of coffee to give him a boost.

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1097 of 2007
Other / Surprise

verb

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astonish - Surprise or impress (someone) greatly

The audience was astonished by the amazing fireworks display at the end of the concert.

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1098 of 2007
Bad / Dishonest

verb

mooch - Ask for or obtain (something) without paying for it

Vance was on his way to work and didn't have time to talk to the bum who wanted to mooch off of him.

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1099 of 2007
Good / Friendly

verb

mingle - Mix or cause to mix together

Despite her shyness, Ingrid knew she had to mingle with people at the party.

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1100 of 2007
Bad / Dislike

noun

disdain - The feeling that someone or something is unworthy of one's consideration or respect; contempt

Having been wealthy his entire life, Ralph looked down with disdain on those less fortunate.

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1101 of 2007
Bad / Stupid

verb

blather - Talk long-windedly without making very much sense

Sally would blather on about pointless topics until people just walked away from her.

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1102 of 2007
Good / Beautiful

noun

pomp - Ceremony and splendid display, especially at a public event

Queen Elizabeth is always surrounded by ceremonial pomp whenever she attends a public event.

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1103 of 2007
Bad / Aggressive

verb

thwart - Prevent (someone) from accomplishing something

Jim suspected that Fred his office mate said negative things about him in order to thwart Jim from advancing in the company.

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1104 of 2007
Good / Beautiful

adjective

stunning - Extremely beautiful or attractive

When the group arrived in Paris, they were captivated by the stunning view of the Eiffel tower from so many locations and angles.