Cliché -
An overused phrase or expression that has lost its originality or impact.
His speech was full of clichés, so it didn’t convince anyone or leave a strong impression.
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1922 of2448 Other /
Light
adjective
Picture
Blurry -
Not clear or sharp in appearance; unfocused.
The picture came out blurry because the camera moved.
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1923 of2448 Good /
Busy
noun
spree -
A spell or sustained period of unrestrained activity of a particular kind
When she got her Christmas bonus, Penny went on a shopping spree.
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1924 of2448 Good /
Beautiful
adjective
vivid -
Producing powerful feelings or strong, clear images in the mind
The story the old man told him was filled with such vivid imagery that Charles felt he was actually there.
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1925 of2448 Bad /
Disgusting
noun
muck -
Dirt, grime or messy substance.
Harold was not impressed when he returned from the office, to find that his idea of parking under a shady tree had back-fired because the birds had covered his car in all kinds of disgusting muck.
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1926 of2448 Bad /
Unhappy
adjective
forlorn -
Feeling alone, sad, and unhappy
Karen was so upset at seeing the forlorn puppy at the pound, so she adopted him right away.
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1927 of2448 Other /
Body
nounverb noun
gash -
A long deep slash, cut, or wound
Paul needed stitches to repair the gash in his hand.
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1928 of2448 Good /
Love
nounverb noun
Picture
Hug -
An act of holding someone closely in one's arms, typically as a sign of affection, comfort, or greeting.
She gave him a warm hug when they met at the airport.
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1929 of2448 Bad /
Disgusting
adjective
scuzzy -
Dirty and unpleasant
The realtor was shocked to discover the scuzzy apartment that was meant to be shown to new clients.
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1930 of2448 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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1931 of2448 Good /
Successful
noun
bonanza -
A situation or event that creates a sudden increase in wealth, good fortune, or profits
The bankers celebrated their sudden bonanza by going out to the nicest restaurant in town.
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1932 of2448 Good /
Beautiful
adjective
glorious -
Having a striking beauty or splendor that evokes feelings of delighted admiration.
Fred and Jane loved hiking in the mountains because of the glorious views of nature.