quaint -
Attractive or charming in an old fashioned way.
Granny and Granpa lived in an old cottage in the country, with a quaint porch where we could have our tea and play board games.
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vapid -
Offering nothing that is stimulating or challenging
When Artie started a vapid conversation about what he ate for lunch, Troy did his best to not look bored.
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brunt -
The worst part or chief impact of a specified thing
When there is a recession, the people on the lowest economic level - the lowest paid and those with little savings - often bear the brunt of the economic downturn.
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Fumes -
Gases or vapors, especially those that are toxic or unpleasant, often produced by burning or chemical reactions.
The car was releasing thick fumes from the exhaust pipe, and we could smell them in the car, making the air difficult to breathe.
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munch -
Eat (something) with a continuous and often audible action of the jaws
The prairie dog munched on its food with great delight.
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wander -
to move in a leisurely, casual, or aimless way
On Sunday Bill didn't have anything planned, so he just wandered through the forest, looking at the beautiful trees, taking time to appreciate nature.
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Ironic -
Happening in a way that is opposite to what is expected, often in an amusing or thought-provoking manner.
It was ironic that the fire station burned down due to an electrical fault.
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skim -
Remove (a substance) from the surface of a liquid
The farmer skimmed the cream from the milk in order to reduce the fat content.
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slap -
A quick hit with the flat part of the hand
Arthur had to give Evelyn a quick slap in the face to wake her up to tell her that their house was on fire.
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vociferous -
To speak your opinions and complaints loudly and repeatedly
At the annual stock holder's meeting, Arnold was vociferous in his complaints about how the company was being run.
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swaddle -
Wrap (someone, especially a baby) in garments or cloth
Pam swaddled her baby in cloth to keep him warm.
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shatter -
Break or cause to break suddenly and violently into pieces
The force of the explosion shattered the glass windows.
