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fluff - Soft fibers from fabrics such as wool or cotton that accumulate in small light clumps

A lint roller can remove fluff that accumulates on clothing.

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glob - A lump of a semiliquid substance

The pizza dripped with globs of cheese that were still hot.

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sissy - A person regarded as effeminate or cowardly

Until he found his inner courage, the Cowardly Lion acted like a complete sissy.

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Good / Exciting

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shindig - A large, lively party, especially one celebrating something

The festive shindig was attended by everyone celebrating New Year's Eve.

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Bad / Uncomfortable

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Hideout - A secret place where someone can hide from others, especially from the law.

The thieves retreated to their hideout after the robbery.

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Bad / Unfriendly

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rancor - Bitterness or resentfulness, especially when long-standing

Tom and Jed always fought with each other because of their mutual rancor.

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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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Gala - A formal social event or celebration, often involving entertainment, food, and dancing.

The city's annual gala attracts celebrities, socialites, and philanthropists from all over the country.

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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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Bad / Stupid

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farce - A deceptive action that someone tries to fool others into believing that he takes it seriously

Everyone in town knew that a bridge at the busy intersection was needed, but they felt that all the Mayor's activity about the subject was just a farce because he didn't really take the problem seriously.

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dork - A dull, slow-witted, or socially inept person

Jenny wanted the handsome football player to ask her to the prom, but so far, only the dorks had approached her.

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pooch - Slang word used to describe a dog.

Hillary loved her dog Matilda so much that she pushed her around in a pooch carriage made especially for dogs.