shortfall -
An insufficient amount of something necessary, such as funds or supplies.
Due to a shortfall in food supplies, the government had to provide food for the people in a makeshift meal on the street.
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Happy
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bliss -
Supreme happiness, utter joy or contentment
When Jack and Bertha compared themselves to their friends battling the snowstorms up North, they felt that lying on the Florida beach was practically bliss
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Wet
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slush -
Partially melted snow or ice
In New York, falling snowflakes eventually turn to dangerous slush that residents can easily slip on.
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Angry
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tirade -
A long, angry speech of criticism or accusation
After his team lost the championship game, the coach launched into a tirade against his players, listing all the things they had done wrong in the game.
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Aggressive
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heretic -
A person who holds beliefs that contradict the official teachings of a field, discipline, or religion.
Galileo was branded a heretic for challenging the dominant ideas of the time.
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Stupid
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klutz -
A clumsy, awkward, or foolish person
For a klutz like Glenn, he had to very careful when clearing the dishes from the table not to step on something he didn't notice and drop everything on the floor.
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Attack
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brutality -
Actions that are extreme violent and deliberately cruel
The brutality of slavery is not only horrible for the slaves, but has a terrible effect on society and everyone involved.
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Bad
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hooey -
Nonsense, foolish, and wrong
The scam artist was trying to trick people into handing over their money, but what he was selling was just a bunch of hooey.
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Light
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sheen -
A shiny or polished surface, often used to describe the appearance of something smooth or well-maintained.
The sheen on the furniture made the dining area look elegant and inviting.
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Calm
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leisure -
Free time when one is not working or busy; time for relaxation or enjoyment.
After a long week of work, she spent her leisure walkng in the park.
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Happy
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glee -
Great delight
Christmas morning is a time of glee for young children as they open their presents.
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Stupid
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bum -
A lazy or worthless person; a freeloader.
Every time we went shopping downtown, we always ran ino the same bum who asked us for some money.
