strife -
Angry or bitter disagreement over fundamental issues; conflict
Congressman Jones thought the town-hall audience would be friendly, but the people's angry statements and questions created an atmosphere of strife .
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gobs -
A lot of
For most people, making gobs of money will provide them happiness.
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Dangerous
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ominous -
Giving the impression that something bad, unpleasant or threatening is going to happen.
The dark clouds overhead were an ominous sign that a storm was coming.
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Disgusting
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gross -
Referring to something large, excessive, or extreme, often in an unpleasant or unattractive way.
His gross and disgusting behavior and speech at the party made everyone distance themselves from him.
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Move
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tumble -
A sudden or headlong fall
The sign posted nearby indicated that it was easy to accidentally take a tumble down the rickety stairs.
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Inward
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flashback -
A sudden, vivid memory of a past event, often triggered by something in the present. Often used in films and books.
In the movie, there was a flashback showing the hero’s troubled past.
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Uncomfortable
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arduous -
Physically or mentally challenging and difficult.
Training for the marathon was arduous, but he never gave up, and in the end he doing very well.
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Disgusting
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slut -
A woman who has many casual sexual partners
For many people, Kim Kardashian is viewed simply as a slut who is known for her sexual exploits rather than possessing any talent.
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Unhappy
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distress -
A state of extreme sorrow, pain, or suffering.
His face showed signs of distress during the tough exam.
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bump -
A small raised area on a surface or the body, often from an injury or irregularity.
There’s a bump on my arm where I got stung by a bee.
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Inward
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greedy -
Having or showing an intense and selfish desire for something, especially wealth or power
The billionaire was so greedy that even all of his wealth wasn't enough for him.
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Smart
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skeptical -
Not easily convinced, having doubts or reservations.
When the detective was told that the death was an accident, he was skeptical, and he eventually solved the murder case and brought the criminal to justice.
