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offspring - The product or result of something, or a person’s or animal's next generation.

West Side Story was the offspring of collaboration between Leonard Bernstein and Steven Sondheim.

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Bad / Bad

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rubbish - Waste material; refuse or litter

The sidewalk was piled with rubbish that overflowed from the trash cans.

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Bad / War

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marauder - A person who roams around seeking to attack or steal from others

During the revolution, the people were more afraid of marauders than the rebellious or government forces.

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Other / Other

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puffery - Exaggerated or false praise

The small coffee shop's sign was pure puffery that advertised the "world's best coffee."

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Good / Calm

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haven - A place of safety or refuge

Trying to get away from the bitter cold, the lone cabin seemed to be a perfect haven to Martha.

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Bad / Mistake

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blooper - An embarrassing error

Movies will frequently have blooper reels where the actors laugh and ruin a scene.

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Other / Sound

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thud - A dull, heavy sound, such as that made by an object falling to the ground

Jake tripped on the stairs and hit the ground with a resounding thud.

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Bad / Attack

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thug - A violent person, especially a criminal

When walking late at night, people should be aware of violent thugs that could rob them.

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Good / Big

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realm - A particular region or scope of something, such as the total subject area of science, magic, or politics.

In the realm of technology, rapid advancements continue to reshape industries and change the way we live.

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Bad / Pain

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throes - Intense or violent pain and struggle, especially accompanying birth, death, or great change

Samantha experienced agonizing pain during the throes of childbirth.

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incline - A slope or slant, especially a surface that is changed from a horizontal position

The incline of the mountain made the climb incredibly challenging.

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dignity - A sense of pride in oneself; self-respect.

She carried herself with dignity even during the toughest moments of her life.