Even though purebreed dogs are in high demand, mongrels are still popular because they combine the attributes of two different dogs in a hopefully positive way.
noun
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Good /
Smart
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charisma -
A special power that some people have to influence others
The politician had a certain charisma that attracted followers from far and wide.
verb
See noun
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Friendly
Url
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chatter -
Talk rapidly or incessantly about trivial matters
Every morning, the employees would chatter about the weather around the water cooler.
noun
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Bad /
Afraid
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trepidation -
A feeling of fear or agitation about something that may happen
Ellen was filled with trepidation as she walked through the dark forest.
adjective
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Strong
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steadfast -
Loyal and devoted, especially in difficult times.
His steadfast commitment to justice earned the mayor great respect.
noun
See verb
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Other /
Move
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swish -
A hissing or rustling sound
The other runners only heard the swish of Usain Bolt running past them before he was gone.
adjective
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Friendly
Url
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gregarious -
Tending to seek and enjoy the company of others, often in social settings.
Mark is known for being gregarious, always at the center of every party and social gathering.
adjective
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Other /
Wet
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gooey -
Soft and sticky
The weird looking snack had a gooey caramel topping.
noun
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Other /
Body
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gulp -
An act of gulping food or drink
Sweating from the heat, Roger took a big gulp of water to cool down.
adjective
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Bad /
Crazy
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loony -
Crazy or silly
The patients in the mental hospital could be described as loony, but the doctors tried to treat them as normal human beings with normal problems in order to try to help them get better.
noun
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Other /
Up+Down
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uptick -
a small increase in the level or value of something
The economist sensed that the uptick in prices was a sign that greater inflation was ahead.
noun
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Big
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droves -
Large crowds or groups of people or animals, especially moving together.
The shepherd guided the droves of sheep across the field.
