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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Disorganized
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devastation -
The state of being overwhelmed or ruined completely.
Wildfires swept through the forest, resulting in total devastation of wildlife habitats.
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quarrel -
To dispute or have a conflict with someone, often over a specific issue or topic.
The two friends quarreled over who would take the last slice of pizza, both refusing to give in.
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foist -
Impose an unwelcome or unnecessary person or thing on
Barry didn't really want Steve to stay over, but Steve claimed he had no other place to stay, so Steve managed to foist himself on Barry because of Barry's natural good nature.
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downsize -
To reduce the size, amount, or extent of something.
Bill saved money by moving into a smaller apartment, and tried to downsize his lifestyle and live more simply.
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haggle -
Dispute or bargain persistently, especially over the cost of something
After 20 minutes of haggling over the price, Mary finally agreed to buy the car at a slight discount.
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infuriating -
Making one extremely angry and impatient; very annoying
The high bills piling up were so infuriating that the Millers could do nothing but yell.
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feeble -
Lacking physical strength, especially as a result of age or illness
Warren wanted to lift weights to be healthy, but he was too feeble at his age.
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Crazy
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crackpot -
A slightly strange or foolish person
Wearing mismatched clothing and yelling to nobody in particular, the crackpot was amusing and ignored by the people who passed him by.
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tweak -
To twist or pull something with a small sharp movement
Mechanics use wrenches to tweak the various parts of a car.
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unnerving -
Disturbing or upsetting in a way that makes someone feel anxious or afraid, sometimes leading to a loss of courage, confidence, or composure.
It was an unnerving experience walking alone in the empty and unused area under the highway.
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scandal -
An event that is considered so wrong that it shocks people
When the Secretary of the Treasury was caught stealing money, it caused such a scandal that the whole administraton was swept out of office during the next election.
