nosedive -
A sudden, steep drop, a sharp decline in condition, success, or stability.
After the scandal, the company’s stock took a nosedive.
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Strange
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putz -
A stupid or worthless person
Homer was a putz who couldn't get through the basic tasks of daily life.
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Energy
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dynamism -
Great energy, drive, force, or power; vigour of body, mind or personality.
The head of sales was so successful because of his dynamism and unstoppable energy.
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Pain
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throes -
Intense or violent pain and struggle, especially accompanying birth, death, or great change
Samantha experienced agonizing pain during the throes of childbirth.
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Angry
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tirade -
A long, angry speech of criticism or accusation
After his team lost the championship game, the coach launched into a tirade against his players, listing all the things they had done wrong in the game.
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Beautiful
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pomp -
Ceremony and splendid display, especially at a public event
Queen Elizabeth is always surrounded by ceremonial pomp whenever she attends a public event.
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Love
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empathy -
The ability to understand and share the feelings of another person.
Bill's ability to have empathy for others made him a good friend.
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Happy
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euphoria -
A feeling or state of intense excitement and happiness.
When Ted and Alice were married, they both felt a feeling of euphoria that they hoped would last as they began the challenging road of marriage.
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Mistake
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mixup -
An error resulting from things being wrongly arranged or identified.
There was a mix-up at the airport, and my luggage went to the wrong city.
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Light
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exposure -
The condition of being exposed to something like weather, danger, or public view.
The journalist’s article led to the exposure of a major financial scandal.
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Dangerous
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malady -
A disease or ailment
Smallpox was a very dangerous malady that has mostly been cured with vaccinations.
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Successful
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champ -
Informal abbreviation of Champion.
The highly pedigreed horse won all his races and fully deserved his reputation as a champ.
