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Other / Body

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squint - Look at someone or something with one or both eyes partly closed in an attempt to see more clearly or as a reaction to strong light

George lost his glasses, so he had to squint to see anything clearly.

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Other / Shape

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lump - A piece of something, often with an irregular shape and weight.

The lump of sugar Jennifer kept in her pocket as a treat for her horse, Chloe, melted on the way to the stables.

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Bad / Attack

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Exile - To remove someone from a position or place and prevent their return.

He was exiled from his homeland for speaking out against the government.

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Other / Light

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Glow - To shine with a bright or radiant light, often from heat or warmth.

His face glowed with pride when he saw the results of his hard work.

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Other / Other

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snag - An unexpected or hidden obstacle or drawback

Gary's road trip hit a sudden snag when a massive boulder blocked the road ahead of him.

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Good / Happy

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jest - A thing said or done for amusement; a joke

Maddie couldn't stop laughing when she heard Lisa's jest.

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Bad / Aggressive

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prey - An animal that is hunted and killed by another for food

Caught in the spider's web, the fly was about to become its prey.

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Other / Move

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Breeze - To move easily or confidently through a situation.

He breezed through the crowd, full of confidence and energy.

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Good / Friendly

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flirt - A person who habitually flirts

Saul was a natural flirt, always attracting the attention of girls.

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Other / Wet

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ripple - A small wave resulting in water from displacement or movement.

The stone Paul threw into the lake caused a big ripple.

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Bad / Afraid

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dread - Great fear or apprehension

Emma was filled with dread every time her boss called her into his office.

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Bad / Aggressive

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slander - To make a false spoken statement about someone that damages their reputation

The politician slandered his opponent using misleading information and false news.