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freckles - Small, dark spots or patches on the skin, often caused by sun exposure.

People often notice her freckles and say they make her look unique and charming.

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swoon - Faint from extreme emotion

The young woman swooned from hearing the bad news, so the man had to catch her before she fell.

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groove - A long, narrow cut or indentation, typically in a surface, often used for fitting or alignment.

The vinyl record has a groove where the needle sits to produce sound.

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wedge - A piece of material with a thick end that tapers to a thin edge, used to split, support, or secure things; also something that forces separation or division between people or groups.

The disagreement drove a wedge between the two longtime friends, and they really didn't enjoy spending time together anymore.

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prance - For a horse to move with high springy steps.

In the empty field, the horse pranced to its heart's content.

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fop - A man who is concerned with his clothes and appearance in an affected and excessive way; a dandy

The fop refused to do physical labor because it would ruin his fancy clothes.

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shrug - To raise one's shoulders slightly and momentarily to express doubt, ignorance, or indifference

When Bruce's self-published book only sold 10 copies, he shrugged his shoulders and said, 'Mayber I'll do better with my next book.'

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putz - A stupid or worthless person

Homer was a putz who couldn't get through the basic tasks of daily life.

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penniless - Having no money at all; completely broke.

The artist was penniless for years before gaining recognition.

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savior - Someone who comes to the aid of others, improving their circumstances or offering a solution to a problem.

The firefighter was hailed as a savior after rescuing the family trapped in the burning building.

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qualms - A feeling of discomfort or uneasiness, often related to a decision.

He had qualms about accepting the job offer because it meant relocating to a city he didn't really want to live in.

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sanctity - Referring to the idea that certain principles or values should be upheld without compromise.

The sanctity of human life is a central value in many cultures, often influencing laws and ethical standards.