noun

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Bad / Steal

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extortion - The practice of obtaining something, especially money, through force or threats.

The mafia would go to a store, and say "We will make sure your store doesn't burn down if you give us money every month", in an obvious act of extortion.

adjective

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Bad / Confused

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bewildered - To be completely confused because of an overload of information.

During his first visit to New York City from his small town, Fred was totally bewildered by the flashing lights and the rushing crowds.

adjective

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Other / Body

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numb - Being unable to feel something, physically or emotionally.

When Bill's wife told him she wanted a divorce, for quite a while he just felt numb, and couldn't respond.

adjective

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Bad / Strange

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raffish - Unconventional and slightly disreputable, especially in an attractive manner

With his numerous tattoos and raffish manner, Adam caught Sherry's eye, although she knew her parents wouldn't approve of him.

noun

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Bad / Disgusting

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smut - Obscene language or matter

Patty couldn't enjoy the comedy set because of the obscene smut in the comedian's material.

adjective

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Bad / Dangerous

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ominous - Giving the impression that something bad, unpleasant or threatening is going to happen.

The dark clouds overhead were an ominous sign that a storm was coming.

noun

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Other / Shape

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rift - A tear causing two parts of something to separate

When Matt found out that his partner had stolen money from the business, it caused a rift in their relationship that could not be fixed.

noun

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Bad / Dangerous

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peril - Serious and immediate danger

Roger was aware of the peril of shark-infested waters, but he truly realized it when it was too late.

verb

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Good / Friendly

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gather - To bring together and collect into one place from many scattered places.

Since tomorrow was their anniversary, he went to the field near their house to gather flowers to give to his wife.

verb

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Other / Move

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divert - To change the direction or course of something.

The police diverted traffic due to the accident, and it took an extra hour to get home.

verb

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Other / Sound

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croon - To hum or sing in a soft, low voice, especially in a sentimental manner

In her younger days, Wilma would be spellbound when she heard Frank Sinatra crooning to her over the radio.

verb

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Other / Fast

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elude - To escape from or avoid someone or something, especially in a clever or skillful way.

The thief managed to elude the police by slipping into a crowded market.