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eclipse - A temporary reduction or obscuring of the light or importance of something, often used metaphorically.

The rise of smartphones brought about the eclipse of older mobile devices.

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ridicule - The subjection of someone or something to contemptuous and dismissive language or behavior

Tommy was the object of ridicule after he revealed an embarrassing secret.

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quip - Make a witty remark

At the comedy roast, the host quipped about everyone on and off the stage and made everyone laugh.

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martyr - A person who is killed because of their religious or other beliefs

Socrates could have run away, but as a matter of integrity, he drank the hemlock and chose to be a martyr.

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stride - To walk with long, decisive steps in a specified direction.

On Sunday mornings, they would stride together in the park.

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snarl - An act or sound of snarling

Whenever Patty's dog would try to make a snarl at intruders, it ended up looking like a grin.

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crash - A serious accident, often with a sudden loud noise caused by something breaking or hitting something forcefully.

The people in the house were alarmed when they heard a loud crash in the kitchen

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sneer - A contemptuous or mocking smile, remark, or tone

Elvis had many facial expressions while singing, including his famous sneer where his lips would curl up.

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giggle - A light, silly laugh

Stefon tried to suppress a laugh, but everyone could hear his giggle.

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Other / Inward

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swagger - Walk or behave in a very confident and typically arrogant or aggressive way

The millionaire swaggered into the fancy nightclub, knowing all eyes would be on him.

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sprint - A short race at full speed, usually over a short distance; or a burst of speed or effort for a brief period.

He won the 100-meter sprint with an incredible record time.

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sketch - A rough or unfinished drawing or painting, often made to assist in making a more finished picture

Even though the suspect was wearing a hoodie, the police sketch of him managed to portray his facial features very accurately.