Josh gave Sam a dubious look when he told him that they were going to win the lottery.
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Busy
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swarm -
A large or dense group of insects, especially flying ones
The terrifying sight of insects forming a swarm made them look like an invading army.
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Exciting
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intrigue -
A secret or underhanded plot or scheme
The king's court was filled with intrigue, and there were constant rumors of plots to kill the king, and of plots where the king was trying to kill others.
noun
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Mistake
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gaffe -
An unintentional act or remark causing embarrassment to its originator; a blunder
When the politician made a huge gaffe at the debate, he realized he was going to lose the election.
noun
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Pain
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ordeal -
A painful or horrific experience, especially a protracted one
Knowing it was a fight to the death, the gladiator realized that this was an ordeal he would have to overcome if he wanted to survive.
adjective
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Delay
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stranded -
Unable to leave somewhere because of a problem such as not having any transportation or money
After the shipwreck, Arthur was stranded on the island for 2 years until the was discovered and brought back to civilisation.
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Smart
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brainstorm -
A great idea that someone thinks of suddenly.
During the meeting, we had a brainstorm about how to improve our marketing strategy.
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Flexible
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pliable -
When a person is easily influenced, controlled, or persuaded by others
The boss wanted to hire employees who were pliable, so they wouldn't give his resitance when he told them what to do.
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Beautiful
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opulent -
Ostentatiously rich and luxurious or lavish
Debra couldn't believe her eyes when she saw the opulent dining room with its brilliant chandelier and gold-plated china.
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Friendly
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chitchat -
Inconsequential conversation
Unlike their extroverted counterparts, introverts do not enjoy mindless chitchat.
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Big
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jackpot -
A large cash prize, typically won in a game of chance or lottery.
He won the jackpot in the lottery and became a millionaire overnight.
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Body
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flabby -
Uncomplimentary description of loose flesh that sags, droops or flaps.
Jane bought exercise weights to tighten up her flabby arm muscles, but the cat thought they were head rests.
