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bluster - Loud, aggressive, or indignant talk with little effect

The crazy man was full of bluster, shouting at everyone, but nobody took him seriously.

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thwart - To prevent someone from accomplishing something

Jim suspected that Fred his office mate said negative things about him in order to thwart Jim from advancing in the company.

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oppress - To rule people in a way that takes advantage of them politically and economically.

During the age of imperialism, the wealthy countries invaded and oppressed countries in Africa and Asia.

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interrogate - To question someone thoroughly, usually in an aggressive manner.

The detective had to interrogate the suspect to uncover the truth about the crime.

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inflammatory - Causing or likely to cause strong emotions, especially anger or hostility.

His inflammatory remarks at the meeting led to a tension in the air that took a while to dissipate.

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rowdy - Noisy and disorderly

In the audience, a rowdy woman stood up and screamed her support for her team.

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expunge - To erase or remove completely (something unwanted or unpleasant)

Terrence accepted the plea deal of one year of community service in exchange for the court to expunge his criminal record.

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oust - To drive out or expel (someone) from a position or place

Standing outside the university and waving their signs, the angry protestors demanded that the board oust the controversial dean.

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stymie - To prevent or hinder the progress of something.

When he got very sick, it stymied his plans and ability to study for final exams.

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impudent - Rude and not showing respect

The teacher threw Barry out of the classroom because of his impudent, disrespectful behaviour.

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overwhelm - To flood or overload someone or something, or to overpower emotionally.

The army overwhelmed the enemy forces with a surprise attack.

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invasive - Tending to spread aggressively, often causing harm or disruption.

The invasive plant species quickly took over the garden, choking out native flowers.