exile -
To remove someone from a position or place and prevent their return.
He was exiled from his homeland for speaking out against the government.
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brainstorm -
A great idea that someone thinks of suddenly.
During the meeting, we had a brainstorm about how to improve our marketing strategy.
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flicker -
(of light or a source of light) shine unsteadily; vary rapidly in brightness
The flickering candle did not provide enough light to see what was in the room.
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swap -
To give something and be given something else instead
Because they had the same birthday, every year they would swap presents.
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fumble -
An act of using the hands clumsily while doing or handling something
Owen made a major fumble on his date when he knocked over his glass of wine.
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rupture -
The act of something breaking, splitting, or bursting open, often in a violent, sudden, or forceful manner.
When he fell, the impact of the fall caused his spleen to rupture, requiring immediate surgery.
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hiss -
A sharp sound, like the one made by a snake or steam escaping.
The snake let out a loud hiss as we approached it.
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stuff -
Unspecified or miscellaneous things: Things that are not specifically named or categorized.
We talked about all kinds of stuff at the party last night.
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jolt -
To cause (something or someone) to move in a quick and sudden way
Emma jolted awake when she heard footsteps downstairs.
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bruise -
A dark mark on the skin caused by injury or damage.
He fell off his bike and got a bruise on his arm.
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jest -
Speak or act in a joking manner
Malcolm and his friends always jested and shared laughs with each other.
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jeer -
To mock or demean someone with unkind words or remarks.
Emily got up after tripping over a broken tile in the school yard, and she heard Candy and Belinda jeer at her. Their mocking comments were very hurtful.
