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stagnant - Showing no activity; dull and sluggish

In the last few decades, the income of the richest 10% has increased while that of the bottom 90% has remained stagnant.

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Bad / Small

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skit - A short, humorous play or performance, often done in a casual or comedic setting.

During the talent show, the students performed a funny skit about cartoon characters.

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Other / Squeeze

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scrunch - To make something small to fit into a small space

Barry was alone in the house when he heard the robber enter, and Barry quickly scrunched under the desk in the office and remained as quiet as he could so that the robber wouldn't notice him.

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Bad / Angry

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outrage - A strong feeling of shock or anger, often caused by something unjust or offensive.

The decision to cut down the ancient tree sparked public outrage.

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Good / Good

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epitome - Highest example of a certain quality

Dr. Linda Evans had many patients who came to her because she had a well-earned reputation for being the epitome of skill and integrity in her medical specialty

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Other / Shape

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entangled - Caught or involved in something that is difficult to escape from.

He was entangled in mounting credit card debt, and he hoped there would be a way to break free from it.

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Bad / Pain

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humiliated - To feel ashamed after someone embarrasses you in front of others.

When Jim revealed to everyone at the party that Marty hadn't even finished 6th grade, Marty felt humiliated.

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Bad / Delay

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dillydally - To waste time through aimless wandering or indecision

Beth and Kat dillydallied outside the store instead of going inside and buying something.

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Good / Smart

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clarity - The ability to think about or understand something clearly

Discussions during group therapy helped Max have greater clarity about the challenges that confronted him.

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Other / Sound

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snore - To breathe in a very noisy way through the nose and mouth while sleeping.

She decided to wear earplugs at night because when her husband snored loudly, it woke her up.

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ingenious - Demonstrating exceptional intelligence, originality, or resourcefulness.

She came up with an ingenious way to organize her small apartment using closets.

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Bad / Dishonest

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fraud - Intentional deception for personal or financial gain.

Monty was sentenced to 10 years in jail for tax fraud when the tax man discovered that he had undeclared assets.