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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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recede - To move back or withdraw from a previous position, often used in the context of water, hairline, or a retreating force.

After the flood, the waters slowly began to recede, giving people hope that life might soon return to normal.

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cockeyed - Crooked or askew; not level

Andre gave Mindy a cockeyed look when he suggested that they do hang-gliding together.

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recess - A short break or pause, especially in the context of meetings, classes, or work, where activities are temporarily suspended.

The children were excited when recess began, eagerly running outside to play after hours of studying.

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vociferous - To speak your opinions and complaints loudly and repeatedly

At the annual stock holder's meeting, Arnold was vociferous in his complaints about how the company was being run.

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ephemeral - Lasting for a very short time

The heart Sandy drew in the sand was ephemeral, only lasting until the waves washed it away.

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prude - A person who is or claims to be easily shocked by matters relating to sex or nudity

As a natural prude, Tammy knew she would be very uncomfortable at a nude beach.

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beguile - To charm or enchant someone, sometimes in a deceptive way.

Jim really didn’t like sitting at a desk and programming, and sometimes he suspected that he chose to be a programmer because he had been beguiled by the hope of becoming a rich entrepreneur.

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spin - To turn around quickly on a central point or axis.

The baby was fascinated with the spinning top, watching it carefully until it fell over.

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bellow - For a person or animal to emit a deep loud shout or roar, usually in pain or anger.

When Joan entered the office an hour late the third time this week, her manager Mr. Fass bellowed that if she wanted to keep her job, she should consider coming on time from now on.

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startle - To cause a person or animal to feel sudden shock or alarm

The speeding car startled Victor, and he had just enough time to jump out of the way.

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thrust - Push (something or someone) suddenly or violently in the specified direction

Highly technical engineering goes into making sure a space shuttle can thrust itself into space.