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Bad / Aggressive

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evict - To expel someone from a place or situation, especially for not following rules or social convention.

The landlord had to evict the tenants for not paying rent for three months.

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Bad / Disorganized

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degenerate - To decline or deteriorate physically, mentally, or morally

After Bill started taking drugs, his life went downhill until his his relationships, health, and finances had totally degenerated.

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Other / Surprise

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astonish - To surprise or impress (someone) greatly

The audience was astonished by the amazing fireworks display at the end of the concert.

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Bad / Dishonest

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deceive - To mislead or trick someone, especially for personal gain.

Don’t try to deceive me — I know what really happened.

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Other / Wet

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quench - To drink liquid so that you stop being thirsty

Sally found that the best way to quench her thirst was by drinking water and not soda

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Bad / Attack

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blackmail - The act of demanding money or favors from someone by threatening to reveal damaging information.

He tried to blackmail her by threatening to leak private messages.

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Bad / Attack

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undermine - To gradually weaken the authority or ability of a person or organization

The polarization and infighting of the members of Congress threatened to undermine its ability to pass meaningful legislation.

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Other / Fast

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whisk - To take or move someone or something in a particular direction suddenly and quickly

After the size of the crowd presented a danger to the prime minister, a police officer whisked him to safety.

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Good / Friendly

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broach - To introduce or begin a new subject or issue.

He didn’t know how to broach the topic of moving away from his parents.

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Other / Wet

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parch - To make or become dry through intense heat.

The earth was parched from the relentless heat.

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Good / Love

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fondle - To stroke or caress in a loving way.

Hank's dog loved to have his ears fondled.

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Bad / Mistake

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blurt - To say (something) suddenly and without careful consideration

Xavier felt embarrassed when he blurted out the answer before hearing the whole question.