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chug
(of a vehicle or boat) To move slowly with engine making regular muffled explosive sounds
mingle
To mix or cause to mix together
squawk
verb
(of a bird) make a loud, harsh noise
wheedle
To use flattery and deceptive words to persuade someone to do something or give one something
froth
A mass of small bubbles in liquid caused by agitation, fermentation, etc.; foam
burp
verb
To allow air from the stomach to come out through the mouth in a noisy way
fink
verb
Inform on to the authorities
bedraggled
Giving an appearance of being messy, untidy, and neglected.
flabby
Uncomplimentary description of loose flesh that sags, droops or flaps.
slovenly
(especially of a person or their appearance) messy and dirty
surly
Bad-tempered and unfriendly
pomp
Ceremony and splendid display, especially at a public event
sinister
The intention to do secret actions that are meant to do harm
chat
verb
Talk in a friendly and informal way
slogan
A short and striking or memorable phrase used in advertising
hurtle
To move very fast, especially in a way that seems dangerous
pristine
In its original condition; unspoiled
harrowing
Intensely distressing
martyr
verb
To kill someone because of their beliefs
shred
To tear or cut into shreds
vigor
Physical strength and good health
astound
To cause others to be very surprised or shocked
aberration
A departure from what is normal, usual, or expected.
seductive
Very tempting
abundant
Plentiful, available in large quantities
coax
To gently pursuade someone to do something
deplete
To reduce something by a large amount so that there is not enough left, such as resources or money
untenable
An idea or position that cannot be defended against criticism
throng
noun
A large, densely packed crowd of people or animals
thrill
noun
A sudden feeling of excitement and pleasure
scheme
noun
A large-scale systematic plan or arrangement for attaining some particular object or putting a particular idea into effect, often through deceptive means
moan
noun
A long, low sound made by a person expressing physical or mental suffering or pleasure
ambitious
Having a strong desire to succeed or achieve something, and showing determination and eagerness to reach goals.
blast
noun
A sudden, loud explosion or burst of air, sound, or energy.
breakthrough
A sudden, important discovery or development.
bruise
noun
A dark mark on the skin caused by injury or damage.
context
The circumstances or background information surrounding an event, statement, or idea that help explain its meaning.
conundrum
A confusing and difficult problem, situation, or question, where there is no clear or easy solution.
decoy
An object made to resemble something else, to lure someone into a trap.
deluge
A severe flood or overwhelming rush of water.
denounce
To publicly declare something or someone as wrong or evil.
eclipse
verb
To surpass or outshine in importance, significance, or quality, often rendering something less noticeable or significant.
feverishly
In a highly excited or frantic manner, often due to intense emotion or urgency.
glorious
Full of beauty, splendor, or magnificence; worthy of admiration.
loner
A person who does not conform to social norms or seek companionship.
moron
A person who acts foolishly or shows poor judgment — someone who makes silly or careless mistakes.
menial
An activity that requires little training or talent, often repetitive.
retrospect
The act of reflecting on or considering past actions, experiences, or situations.
ruse
A ploy or stratagem used to manipulate a situation in one's favor, often by hiding one's true intentions or motives.
scatter
To disperse or spread things in different directions, often in an uncontrolled or random way.
shackles
A device, such as a chain or cuff, designed to physically limit or control a person or thing's movement.
squash
To suppress or stop something forcefully, like an idea or protest.
verify
To check or prove something through evidence or investigation
abduct
To seize and take someone away against their will, by force; to kidnap.
venture
A daring journey or undertaking.
heretical
Being opposite to and against the official or popular opinion.
compliant
Being willing to do what one is asked to do, following set of rules, regulations, and standards.
trajectory
The curved path an object follows after it is thrown or shot into the air
invigorating
Making one feel strong, healthy, and full of energy
bossy
When a person tends to order people around and tell them what to do, being overly authoritative and domineering.