daub -
Coat or smear (a surface) with a thick or sticky substance in a carelessly rough or liberal way
In ancient times, houses were constructed by daubing clay all over the structure in order to hold it together.
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Attack
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overwhelm -
To overcome resistance with tremendous force
The German army overwhelmed the French's Maginot line by going through its weak point in the Ardennes forest.
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Exciting
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Effervescent -
Describing someone who is cheerful, energetic, and full of life, with a personality that feels bright and dynamic.
His effervescent personality lit up every room he was in.
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Exciting
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Glory -
A state of splendor, magnificence, or beauty, often associated with triumph or success.
The glory of the sunset over the ocean made the entire beach appear like a painting.
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Smart
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Esoteric -
Difficult to understand unless one has specific knowledge or interest.
The professor’s lecture on quantum theory was full of esoteric concepts.
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Dip -
To lower something briefly into a liquid, typically for a short time.
She dipped the brush into the paint before starting her artwork.
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crummy -
Dirty, unpleasant, or of poor quality
With his minimum-wage job, all Jared could afford was a crummy studio apartment.
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Pain
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pang -
A sudden sharp pain or painful emotion
The year was 1900, and Dmitri felt a pang of nostalgia and regret as he boarded the boat for America, knowing that he would probably never see his 'old world' again.
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parry -
Ward off (a weapon or attack), especially with a countermove
At the Olympics, the skilled fencer would alway parry his opponent's attack and render it useless.
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maul -
(of an animal) wound (a person or animal) by scratching and tearing
Animals in the jungle can be mauled by lions if they're too slow.