tatters -
Irregularly torn pieces of cloth, paper, or other material
Even though they were poor and their clothes were in tatters, Dorothy's family still possessed a strong pride that kept them hopeful.
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Successful
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prestige -
The good reputation that someone has earned because of their achievments
The doctor was afraid that if the community found out he was selling illegal drugs his prestige would be destroyed overnight.
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pooch -
Slang word used to describe a dog.
Hillary loved her dog Matilda so much that she pushed her around in a pooch carriage made especially for dogs.
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Hostile
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mockery -
Teasing and contemptuous language or behavior directed at a particular person or thing
"Saturday Night Live" frequently engages in mockery, especially when it comes to impersonating U.S. presidents.
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pang -
A sudden sharp pain or painful emotion
The year was 1900, and Dmitri felt a pang of nostalgia and regret as he boarded the boat for America, knowing that he would probably never see his 'old world' again.
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Body
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blubber -
The fat of sea mammals, but sometimes also referring to the extra weight of a person
Lewis loved sweets and cake, but he realized it was getting out of hand when he felt the blubber of his belly bulging through his shirt near his waist.
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Beautiful
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pomp -
Ceremony and splendid display, especially at a public event
Queen Elizabeth is always surrounded by ceremonial pomp whenever she attends a public event.
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Inward
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shame -
The emotion experienced when one believes they have done something wrong or inappropriate, often leading to feelings of guilt or disgrace.
Afterwards, he felt a deep sense of shame after lying to his friends about something so important.
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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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Flexible
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diversity -
Having a range of many people or things that are very different from each other
The new magazine was founded on the principle that it was good to have a diversity of opinions and viewpoints.
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Brave
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verve -
Vigor and spirit or enthusiasm
With his winning personality and incredible verve, Terry Crews is one of the most charismatic actors working today.
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Friendly
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clan -
A group of close-knit and interrelated families
The Taylor clan consisted of 3 brothers who married 3 sisters and all their children and grandchildren.
