quiver -
To tremble or shake with a slight rapid motion
When his mother removed his pacifier, the baby's lips began to quiver before he started to cry.
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snooze -
A short, light sleep, especially during the day
Lenny was angry that his quick snooze in bed was interrupted by his alarm clock.
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remark -
Something that you say, giving your opinion about something or stating a fact.
He realized he had make a mistake when he made a remark that she looked as if she had gained weight since the last time they had met.
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shush -
To tell or signal (someone) to be silent
Annoyed by their loud conversation, Chuck shushed the couple behind him so he could enjoy the movie in peace.
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plunk -
To hand something over or place it down with determination
Milton really didn't have the $400 to pay for the flight to the trade show, but he plunked down the money anyway, because he had to show his product to see if there would be any interest.
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growl -
A low guttural sound made in the throat, especially by a dog
A tiger's growl is a loud warning for any potential prey in the nearby area.
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slouch -
Stand, move, or sit in a lazy, drooping way
Too many students slouch in their chairs nowadays instead of sitting up straight.
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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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bounce -
To spring back after hitting a surface.
The basketball bounced three times before going into the hoop.
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lackadaisical -
Moving slowly and showing little enthusiasm or effort
Bill's friends told him that if he wanted to get a job, he would have to improve his lackadaisical efforts regarding finding work.
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wiggle -
A wiggling movement
The wiggle of a dog's tail is a sign that it likes you.
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slosh -
To move a liquid in a container irregularly with a splashing sound; or to walk through water, mud, etc., in a forceful and noisy way.
The wine sloshed inside the glass as it was being poured.
