bumpy -
Unstable or rough, especially describing a ride or journey.
The bike ride was bumpy because of all the potholes.
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chafe -
To be annoyed or lose patience because of rules or limits
Though Ted loved his father (and boss), he chafed under his father's strict supervision, and he was looking forward to the day when his father would retire so he could run the company himself.
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leery -
Cautious or wary due to realistic suspicions
Ever since she was bitten by a pitbull, Grace was leery of any dog she encountered.
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awkward -
Lacking grace or ease in movement or behavior, especially in social situations.
She felt awkward meeting her ex husband at the party, and they tried to avoid each other as much as possible.
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swollen -
Enlarged beyond normal size, often due to injury, infection, or inflammation.
Her eyes were swollen from crying all night.
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stuffy -
(of a place) lacking fresh air or ventilation
The office was so stuffy that multiple fans had to be running at all times.
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achy -
Experiencing a dull, persistent pain in the body, often due to illness or tiredness.
The construction worker's achy muscles were a sign that he needed a vacation.
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harried -
To be busy and annoyed by the demands of others
Jim didn't like being a waiter, because he always felt harried by the demands of all the customers.
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grimace -
An ugly, twisted expression on a person's face, typically expressing disgust, pain, or wry amusement
Rowan made a grimace when he saw the disgusting plate of food given to him.
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hideout -
A secret place where someone can hide from others, especially from the law.
The thieves retreated to their hideout after the robbery.
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fidget -
To make small movements, especially of the hands and feet, through nervousness or impatience
Ron nervously fidgeted with his hands before giving the speech to 10,000 people.
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sweltering -
Uncomfortably hot
In India during the summer, the sweltering heat literally melted the roads.
