Molly dreaded walking past the homeless riff-raff after shopping at the luxury store.
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Small
noun
munchkin -
A child or short person
Nikki wanted to have more responsibilities, but her mother told her she was just a munchkin who wasn't ready yet.
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Dishonest
verb
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Shortchange -
To intentionally or unintentionally deprive someone of what they deserve or expect.
The store shortchanged me when it gave me a coat that was not nearly as nice as the damaged one I had returned.
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Big
adjective
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Overwhelming -
So powerful or intense that it is difficult to resist, cope with and manage.
When the air conditioner broke, the summer heat was overwhelming, making it hard to focus on anything else.
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Old
adjective
dilapidated -
(of a building or object) in a state of disrepair or ruin as a result of age or neglect
Once a prosperous city, Detroit has succumbed to poverty, with dilapidated houses lining the abandoned streets.
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Move
verb
plunge -
To quickly fall a long way down
When the summer heat hits, few things are as enjoyable as plunging into the pool.
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Move
noun
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Errand -
A short trip taken to accomplish a specific task, usually on someone’s behalf.
My mother sent me on an errand to pick up a package from the post office.
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Move
nounverb noun
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Stride -
Progress or advancement: A significant step forward in development or improvement; or a long step or pace: A way of walking with long, decisive steps.
She took a confident stride across the stage just before she began her speech.
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Dangerous
adjective
pernicious -
Having a harmful effect, especially in a gradual or subtle way.
People used to think that smoking was good for you because it seemed calming, but now we realize that its pernicious effects are deadly over time.
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Successful
adjective
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Companionship -
The act of spending time with someone for comfort or company.
After retiring, he missed the daily companionship of his coworkers.
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Attack
noun
marauder -
A person who roams around seeking to attack or steal from others
During the revolution, the people were more afraid of marauders than the rebellious or government forces.
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Love
nounverb verb
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Embrace -
To hold someone tightly in your arms, usually as a sign of love, affection, or comfort.
She embraced her friend after not seeing her for years.
