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dawdle
To delay by taking more time than necessary
pander
To provide what someone wants or demands even though it is not proper, good, or reasonable.
plummet
To fall or drop straight down at high speed
refurbish
To renovate and redecorate something; to restore something to its original or better condition and appearance.
swoop
(especially of a bird) To move rapidly downward through the air
yap
To give off a sharp, shrill bark; or to talk and chatter in a repetitive way.
blooper
An embarrassing error
crony
A close friend of someone; especially : a friend of someone powerful (such as a politician) who is unfairly given special treatment or favors
gulch
A narrow and steep-sided ravine marking the course of what used to be a stream
shambles
A state of total disorder
shenanigans
Secret or dishonest activity or maneuvering
smut
Obscene language or matter
zest
Great enthusiasm and energy
puke
verb
To vomit
slouch
verb
Stand, move, or sit in a lazy, drooping way
batty
Mad and slightly crazy, usually in a humorous way
mawkish
Sentimental in a feeble or sickly way
rickety
(of a structure or piece of equipment) poorly made and likely to collapse
snag
verb
Catch or tear a piece of material on something sticking out
maverick
An unorthodox or independent-minded person
snob
A person with an exaggerated respect for high social position or wealth who seeks to associate with social superiors and dislikes people or activities regarded as lower-class
meek
Quiet, gentle, and easily imposed on; submissive
gouge
To overcharge or swindle; also to use a sharp tool to remove inner material from something.
timid
Shy and nervous, lacking confidence, and easily frightened
charade
An act or event that is clearly false
skeptical
Not easily convinced, having doubts or reservations.
optimum
The best way to acheive the desired result
upgrade
To improve something to a higher level
relentless
To act intensely and continuously, usually negatively
indulge
To allow yourself to do something that you enjoy, even when it may not be the best thing for you to do
belch
noun
The loud noise that comes from gas exiting the stomach through the mouth, usually after eating.
slug
noun
A tough-skinned terrestrial mollusk that typically lacks a shell and secretes a film of mucus for protection. It can be a serious plant pes
torment
noun
Severe physical or mental suffering
skid
noun
An act of skidding or sliding
admonish
To warn or reprimand someone firmly about their behaviour.
aspiration
A strong desire or ambition to achieve something.
brute
A violent or savage person, lacking in kindness or intelligence.
circuitous
Longer than the most direct way; roundabout.
crust
A hard or brittle outer layer or coating on something
digress
To temporarily leave the main subject of a conversation or discussion
disperse
To scatter or spread over a wide area.
expendable
Not essential, able to be used up or sacrificed without significant loss, easily replaced or not necessary for long-term use.
exuberance
An overflowing abundance of enthusiasm or joy.
glow
verb
To shine with a bright or radiant light, often from heat or warmth.
haul
To pull or drag something with effort or force.
idyllic
Extremely peaceful, beautiful, or perfect, often referring to a place or situation.
intertwined
Twisted or woven together, physically or figuratively; closely connected or linked in a complex way.
mere
Barely enough or minimal — used to emphasize how small or unimportant something is.
repertoire
The range of skills, techniques, or knowledge that someone is capable of performing or using.
roomy
Referring to an area, object, or place that feels generous in size and can accommodate many items or people.
shock
noun
A jarring event that causes surprise, disbelief, or emotional disturbance.
stride
verb
To walk with long, decisive steps in a specified direction.
heretic
A person who holds beliefs that contradict the official teachings of a field, discipline, or religion.
incendiary
Likely to cause fire, violence, strong feelings, or anger.
motivated
Very enthusiastic or determined to accomplish something.
futility
the quality being ineffective, useless, unsuccessful, and achieving nothing.
pilfer
To steal, especially in small quantities
sacrilegious
To treat something holy or important without respect.
skyrocket
To rise extremely quickly or make extremely quick progress towards success.
innovative
Using new ideas or new ways of doing something.