We were driving in the country, and an unexpected and freak tornado went right passed our car.
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kluge -
An ill-assorted collection of parts assembled to fulfill a particular purpose
Tim wasn't an expert, but he thought the kluge of wires on the floor didn't seem to serve a purpose.
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enigmatic -
Mysterious or difficult to understand.
She gave him an enigmatic smile that left him wondering what she meant.
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savage -
(chiefly in historical or literary contexts) a member of a people regarded as primitive and uncivilized
When the Pilgrims first arrived in America, they unfairly viewed the Native Americans as primitive savages despite their rich culture.
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radical -
Extremely different from the norm, often in a way that challenges established systems, beliefs, or practices.
Her radical approach to education focused on hands-on learning and rejecting traditional teaching methods.
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cheapskate -
A person who is unwilling to spend money, even when necessary; very stingy.
Even though he’s rich, he’s a total cheapskate when it comes to spending on others.
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fad -
An intense and widely shared enthusiasm for something, especially one that is short-lived; a craze
For a very short time in the 1970s, the Pet Rock was a popular fad that sold millions.
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pest -
An annoying or troublesome person, animal, or thing; a nuisance
The flies in my room were such pests that I couldn't get rid of, that they prevented me from concentrating on studying for my final exams.
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inconceivable -
Not capable of being imagined or grasped mentally; unbelievable
When Roger Banister ran the first mile in under 4 minutes, he achieved what people had thought was an inconceivable accomplishment.
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doozy -
Something outstanding or unique of its kind
The wide receiver catching the football with one hand in the final seconds of the game was a real doozy of an event that Barry will remember for a long time.
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phantom -
An appearance or illusion without material substance
Emily found it hard to succeed in whatever she tried because of a phantom voice in her ears telling her that she would always be a failure.
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antics -
Funny, silly, or strange behavior
When Fran was depressed, her husband Eddie would engage in unusual antics - such as telling corny jokes or dressing like a clown - to cheer her up.