brainstorm -
A great idea that someone thinks of suddenly.
During the meeting, we had a brainstorm about how to improve our marketing strategy.
verb
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festoon -
To decorate a place for a special occasion by hanging lights, colored paper, balloons, flowers, etc.
When Jack graduated from law school, his family and friends threw him a party outside festooned with lights and decorations.
adjective
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stuck -
Unable to move.
Marvin felt stuck in his low paying job, but he had a bit of hope that someday things would open up and change for the better.
noun
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Sound
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holler -
A loud cry or shout
The auctioneer let out an excited holler every time someone bid the price up.
verb
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Other
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mimic -
Imitate (someone or their actions or words), typically in order to entertain or ridicule
The baby was surprised to see that his reflection in the mirror would mimic everything he was doing.
noun
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Strange
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riff-raff -
Disreputable or undesirable people
Molly dreaded walking past the homeless riff-raff after shopping at the luxury store.
noun
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Light
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luster -
A soft glow or shine.
The morning sunshine gave Annie's hair a beautiful luster that gave her an almost angelic quality.
adjective
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Disorganized
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unkempt -
Messy or untidy in appearance, especially referring to hair or clothing, giving a neglected impression.
His unkempt hair made it look like he had just rolled out of bed.
noun
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Dislike
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animosity -
A strong feeling of dislike or hatred
The right and left political parties couldn't communicate or cooperate on any issue because of a strong animosity that had built up towards each other.
noun
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Dishonest
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imposter -
A person who pretends to be someone else in order to deceive others, especially for fraudulent gain
The man on the phone who was asking for money sounded like Emily's friend, but she thought he was probably an imposter.
verb
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Successful
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blossom -
To fufill one's potential by becoming more attractive, successful, or confident.
A year after graduating law school, Wendy blossomed as an eloquent court attorney.
adjective
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Disgusting
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slovenly -
(especially of a person or their appearance) messy and dirty
Nobody would visit Rex at his home because his appearance was too slovenly and unappealing.
