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1153 of 2001
Other / Move

noun

contour - The edge that defines the shape of something.

Bill could tell by the easy rolling contour of the land that it would be a good place to establish his horse ranch.

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1154 of 2001
Bad / Aggressive

verb

quell - Put an end to (a rebellion or other disorder), typically by the use of force

The peasants' rebellion against the king was quelled as soon as his army massacred hundreds of them.

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1155 of 2001
Bad / Strange

noun

mutt - A dog with parents of different breeds

Being a mix of a Pomeranian and a Husky, the dog was usually referred to as a mutt, perhaps making its owners love it all the more.

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1156 of 2001
Good / Exciting

adjective

galore - In abundance

After receiving her $5 allowance, Cynthia wanted to spend it at the store where there was candy galore.

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1157 of 2001
Good / Happy

nounverb verb

jest - Speak or act in a joking manner

Malcolm and his friends always jested and shared laughs with each other.

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1158 of 2001
Bad / Dishonest

noun

hype - Extravagant or intensive publicity or promotion, that often turns out to be false

Todd spread the hype that his party was going to be the event of the year, but only a few people showed up.

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1159 of 2001
Bad / Disgusting

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stink - Have a strong unpleasant smell

The garbage would stink so much that Beck could smell it from down the street.

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1160 of 2001
Other / Move

verb

slam - Shut (a door, window, or lid) forcefully and loudly

When his boss told him he was fired, Keith angrily slammed the door shut when he got home.

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1161 of 2001
Bad / Weak

adjective

vulnerable - Leaving oneself open to being hurt

As wealth gets distributed in society, it is most common that the poor are the most vulnerable, financially and physically.

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1162 of 2001
Other / Inward

adjective

oblivious - Not aware of or not concerned about what is happening around one

Alan was oblivious of the person talking to him because he was staring at his phone.

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1163 of 2001
Bad / Unfriendly

noun

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Apathy - Lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern, especially in terms of emotion.

Voter apathy can seriously impact the outcome of an election.

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1164 of 2001
Other / Inward

adjective

pious - Devoutly religious

For their pious commitment to God, the group of nuns were honored by a visit from the Pope.