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parry - To ward off a weapon or attack, especially with a countermove

At the Olympics, the skilled fencer would alway parry his opponent's attack and render it useless.

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spurt - To flow out suddenly and forcefully, often in a stream.

Water spurted from the pipe when it broke.

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hint - A small or subtle piece of advice, suggestion, or information, often given to help someone understand something or solve a problem.

After a difficult 30 minutes in front of the group, my manager gave me a hint on how to improve my presentation.

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shiver - (of a person or animal) To shake slightly and uncontrollably as a result of being cold, frightened, or excited

Genevieve was wearing five layers of clothing, yet kept shivering in the December weather.

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Other / Surprise

incredulous - (of a person or their manner) unwilling or unable to believe something

Even while the news interviewed him holding his giant check, Jake was still incredulous that he had won the lottery.

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cluster - A group of similar things or people positioned closely together.

She wore a beautiful necklace with a cluster of pearls.

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hush - A silence

A hush came over the election-night crowd as the disappointing results came in.

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Other / Fast

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bolt - To make a sudden, swift dash, run, flight, or escape; spring away suddenly

He saw the police and bolted out the back door, and the police could not locate him..

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Other / Slowly

nudge - A light touch or push

The elephant gave her baby a nudge to push him forward.

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stunt - Prevent from growing or developing properly

Doctors claim poor nutrition and a lack of exercise can stunt a child's growth.

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Other / Stop

deadlock - A situation where opposing sides can't make progress to resolve their differences

Congress couldn't pass any new bills because the political and emotional deadlock between the Republicans and Democrats on almost every issue.

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dunk - To dip or submerge something in liquid.

Fondue meals were Jessie's favourite because she liked to dunk her food in delectable sauces.