ransom -
To release someone or something in exchange for a payment or other form of compensation.
The ancient artifacts were ransomed back to the museum after being stolen and held by black-market dealers.
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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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refine -
To make something better or more precise by removing flaws, errors, or unwanted elements.
He spent years working to refine his painting skills, mastering the techniques of light and shadow.
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rift -
A tear causing two parts of something to separate
When Matt found out that his partner had stolen money from the business, it caused a rift in their relationship that could not be fixed.
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rave -
To talk about someone or something with great enthusiasm
When Elvis' hit "Hound Dog" came out in 1956, it sold 10 million copies, and the whole world raved about it.
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ruse -
A ploy or stratagem used to manipulate a situation in one's favor, often by hiding one's true intentions or motives.
His apparent offer to help was just a ruse to get access to her personal information.
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rogue -
Behaving in a way that causes damage.
Martha's friends tried to warn her that under Charlie's charming exterior was a rogue that would eventually hurt her.
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rabble -
A disorderly crowd; a mob
Armed with torches and pitchforks, the angry rabble marched towards the mayor's house.
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revive -
To restore something that has stopped functioning, or to awaken something that has been inactive or dormant.
The doctor was able to revive the patient after a few minutes of CPR, bringing him back to consciousness.
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remnant -
A small part of something that remains after the rest of it is gone.
Every once in a while a group of people somewhere in the world claims that it a remnant of the ten lost tribes of Israel.
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raucous -
Making or constituting a disturbingly harsh and loud noise
At the World Cup, the Americans in the audience let out a raucous roar every time their team scored a goal.
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reinforce -
To make something stronger or more powerful, often by adding additional resources, effort, or structure.
The general ordered additional troops to reinforce the front lines, knowing they were critical to holding the position.
