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flatter - To express excessive compliments about someone, for personal gain.

Linda immediately recognized Jason's gushing compliments as an attempt to flatter her before asking her for a date.

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lenient - Not as severe or strong in punishment as wuld be expected.

Because the judges were not lenient with people who were caught stealing, the rate of crime in the city decreased.

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gather - To bring together and collect into one place from many scattered places.

Since tomorrow was their anniversary, he went to the field near their house to gather flowers to give to his wife.

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allegiance - Loyalty or commitment to a person, group, country, or cause.

Many people show their allegiance by standing for the national anthem.

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encounter - To meet or come across someone or something, often unexpectedly or by chance.

I encountered an old friend while walking in Central Park.

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intermediary - One who acts as a go-between and link between people in order to try to bring about an agreement or conclusion.

The UN formed a committee to act as an intermediary in the negotiations to end the war.

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candid - Truthful and straightforward; frank

Eric's doctor was very candid with him when discussing the changes he needed to make to his diet.

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entrust - To give someone the responsibility for doing something or taking care of something important or valuable.

She entrusted her best friend with the keys to her house while she was away.

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flirt - A person who habitually flirts

Saul was a natural flirt, always attracting the attention of girls.

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reprieve - To grant a temporary delay or suspension of a punishment or sentence, especially in legal or judicial contexts.

The governor reprieved the convict and delayed his execution when new evidence was discovered.

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resonate - To feel aligned with something, such as an idea, belief, feelings, or value, creating a sense of mutual understanding or agreement.

His words about strength, commitment, and perseverance resonated with the audience, inspiring them to face their own challenges with renewed strength.

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schmooze - A long and intimate conversation

Bill couldn't help himself from listening to the schmooze and about his fellow workers.