kibosh - Put an end to; dispose of decisively

sludge - Thick, soft, wet mud or a similar viscous mixture of liquid and solid components, especially the product of an industrial or refining process

Interlude - A short period of time that interrupts a longer event or activity.

fogey - A person, typically an old one, who is considered to be old-fashioned or conservative in attitude or tastes

Outrage - A strong feeling of shock or anger, often caused by something unjust or offensive.

Magnanimous - Generous and forgiving, kind and selfless, especially toward a rival or someone less powerful.

hurdle - An upright frame, typically one of a series, that athletes in a race must jump over

hostage - A person who is captured and held prisoner and is threatened with injury if a demand is not met

sucker - A person who has been easily fooled or tricked into doing something.

euphoria - A feeling or state of intense excitement and happiness.

stigma - A mark of disgrace associated with a particular circumstance, quality, or person

zilch - Having nothing