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offspring - The product or result of something, or a person’s or animal's next generation.

West Side Story was the offspring of collaboration between Leonard Bernstein and Steven Sondheim.

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rookie - A beginner who has little or no experience.

The rookie mountain climbers descended at a safer location than the experts and had additional supervision to ensure their safety while they gained experience.

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vanguard - A group of people that leads the way for others, in ideas or battle.

During the 1980's, a small group of tech companies in Silicon Valley, California were the vanguard that led the world in new developments that changed the world.

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sprout - A shoot of a plant

The sprouts swayed in the wind for now, but they would soon grow into strong plants.

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refurbish - To renovate and redecorate something; to restore something to its original or better condition and appearance.

After finding the used piece of furniture, Joel refurbished it so that it looked brand new.

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upgrade - To improve something to a higher level

When Betty got messages that her Windows 7 was no longer being supported, she realized it was time to upgrade to Windows 10.

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imminent - About to happen very soon; approaching or near in time.

Dark clouds in the sky signaled that a storm was imminent.

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revamp - To give new and improved form, structure, or appearance to something.

Every year, Apple revamps its iPhone line with a new model that has different features.

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concoction - A mixture of various ingredients or elements

The bartender served Gus a Long Island Iced Tea, a concoction of various liquors that included whiskey, gin, and vodka.

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novice - Someone who is beginning to learn a skill or subject

Because Mary was a novice programmer, she often asked her co-workers for help and advice.

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rehabilitate - To renovate or repair something, such as a building, facility, person, or environment, to make it more usable or up to current standards.

The city invested in programs to rehabilitate the old industrial district, transforming it into a vibrant area for businesses and residents.

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raw - In a natural and unprocessed state, in its original or unprotected form.

After the accident, his skin was raw from the abrasion, and he needed medical attention to prevent infection.