stonewall -
To delay or block a request or process by being evasive and refusing to cooperate.
The government was accused of stonewalling the investigation into the scandal, making it difficult to find witnesses and evidence.
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Old
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doddering -
Tremble or totter, typically because of old age
Hiram may have been a doddering old man, but his mind was much steadier than his body.
noun
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Delay
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laggard -
A person who makes slow progress and falls behind others
Once the runners ahead of him were specks in the distance, Terry knew he was the laggard of the race.
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Exciting
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wonder -
Something or someone that is very surprising, remarkable, or admirable.
The pyramids of Egypt are one of the ancient wonders of the world.
verb
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Hostile
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sully -
To damage the purity or integrity of something; to defile.
Martha spread rumors about Anne, and even though it came out later that the rumors were false, the damage had been done and Anne's reputation was sullied.
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Boring
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mundane -
Ordinary and not interesting or exciting
Bill had been excited about being an archaeologist, but he found the daily tasks of digging in dirt to be mundane and boring.
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Strong
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impregnable -
Unable to be broken into or captured.
The high walls around the city made it impregnable when attacked or under siege.
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Up+Down
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uptick -
a small increase in the level or value of something
The economist sensed that the uptick in prices was a sign that greater inflation was ahead.
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Afraid
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willies -
A strong feeling of nervous apprehension and discomfort
Inside the abandoned house, the slightest sound gave Hannah the willies.
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Happy
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jovial -
Friendly, happy, and in a good mood
Ben liked going to the corner bar because of the jovial and friendly atmosphere.
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guffaw -
A very loud and hearty laugh
When Pete told a joke to the other men around the pot belly stove in the general store, they let out a guffaw of laughter.
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Dislike
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discord -
Lack of harmony in opinions, actions, or relationships.
Political discord can have a divisive effect on relationships.
