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Whim

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A A large number of things

B A state of perfect happiness; an ideal or idyllic place

C A sudden desire or change of mind, especially one that is unusual or unexplained

D Small area or space, like an alcove, that is conducive to meditating, reading, relaxing or quietly reflecting.

NOUN

Whim - A sudden desire or change of mind, especially one that is unusual or unexplained

While standing in the checkout line at the grocery store, Stan bought a pack of gum on a whim.

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Zest

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A An excessively abundant supply of something

B Highest example of a certain quality

C Intense and passionate feeling

D Great enthusiasm and energy

NOUN

Zest - Great enthusiasm and energy

Alex had so much zest for his job that he would work as much overtime as possible.

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Druthers

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A A large number of similar things or events appearing or occurring in quick succession

B A person's preference in a matter

C A thing that is extremely or unusually large

D A large group of people of a particular kind, usually women

NOUN

Druthers - A person's preference in a matter

If he had his druthers, Vance would be a professional writer instead of working in an office all day.

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Penchant

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A A strong or habitual liking for something or tendency to do something

B A subtle difference in or shade of meaning, expression, or sound

C Highest example of a certain quality

D A large group of people of a particular kind, usually women

NOUN

Penchant - A strong or habitual liking for something or tendency to do something

Mario had a penchant for gambling and frequently lost all of his money each time.

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Zeal

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A An event marking a significant accomplishment

B Magnificent and splendid appearance; grandeur

C Great energy or enthusiasm in pursuit of a cause or an objective

D A trivial ornament or gadget, especially one whose name the speaker does not know or cannot recall

NOUN

Zeal - Great energy or enthusiasm in pursuit of a cause or an objective

Few athletes have as much zeal as Michael Phelps, who ended up with the most medals in Olympics history.

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Obsession

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A A trivial ornament or gadget, especially one whose name the speaker does not know or cannot recall

B A countless or extremely great number

C Not being able to stop thinking about something.

D A feeling or state of intense excitement and happiness.

NOUN

Obsession - Not being able to stop thinking about something.

Though Arnold didn't smoke, he had an obsession with pipes, and collected thousands of them.

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Gusto

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A The playful and friendly exchange of teasing remarks

B Enjoyment or vigor in doing something; zest

C An important or exceptionally able person

D A place of safety or refuge

NOUN

Gusto - Enjoyment or vigor in doing something; zest

Denise did her job with gusto, never complaining and always with a smile on her face.

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Dibs

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A A place of safety or refuge

B A sleep

C A fascinating aura of mystery, awe, and power surrounding someone or something

D The right to have or choose something

NOUN

Dibs - The right to have or choose something

During the Black Friday shopping spree, Eleanor called dibs on a flatscreen TV, but someone in the aggressive crowd got to it first.

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Crave

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A To make somebody or something look or feel newer or younger

B To cry out or speak in strong or sudden emotion

C Drink (alcohol)

D To have a very strong feeling of wanting something, even desperately

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Crave - To have a very strong feeling of wanting something, even desperately

After Les was assigned to the computer room night shift, he found he couldn't sleep during the day, and he craved eight hours of uninterrupted sleep.

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Hanker

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A Protect and care for (someone) lovingly

B Beat or stir (a substance, especially cream or eggs) with a light, rapid movement

C Feel a strong desire for or to do something

D Mix socially, especially with those of higher social status

VERB

Hanker - Feel a strong desire for or to do something

Charles hadn't eaten all day and was hankering for anything that would satisfy his hunger.

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Whim

Zest

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Zeal

Obsession

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Dibs

Crave

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