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overlap - The way two things can share space, features, or time.

Their work schedules overlap on Tuesdays, so they often meet for lunch.

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hiccup - An involuntary spasm of the diaphragm, resulting in a sudden, brief sound caused by a quick intake of air, often followed by a noticeable "hic" sound.

A girl in the class couldn't stop her hiccups, and the other kids in the class couldn't stop laughing.

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exposure - The condition of being exposed to something like weather, danger, or public view.

The journalist’s article led to the exposure of a major financial scandal.

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gust - A strong, brief burst of wind.

A strong gust of wind almost blew the umbrella out of her hands.

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swig - A quick swallow of a drink

Ramiro took a swig of Gatorade to replenish himself during the soccer game.

verb

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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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cajole - To persuade someone to do something by sustained coaxing or flattery

Diana told her dad that he looked handsome today, hoping she could cajole him into handing over her allowance sooner.

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prompt - To be on time

Arlene was proud that she was very prompt with regards to arriving at work, and she got there exactly at 9AM every morning.

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skinny - Being too thin

The horse just didn't like eating, and it was so skinny it could not do any work

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nudge - A light touch or push

The elephant gave her baby a nudge to push him forward.

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paunch - A large or protruding abdomen or stomach

Chris was on vacation, so he didn't care that people could see his paunch stretching his shirt to the limits.

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budge - To make or cause to make the slightest movement

Despite the men's best efforts, the heavy boulder still wouldn't budge an inch.