divert -
To change the direction or course of something.
The police diverted traffic due to the accident, and it took an extra hour to get home.
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colicky -
Having severe abdominal pain, often caused by spasm, obstruction, or distention of any of the hollow viscera, such as the intestines
Pam's crying baby was colicky because of intestinal problems.
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shriek -
A high-pitched piercing cry or sound; a scream
The boy let out a shriek as the butterfly landed on his nose and refused to leave.
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hush -
A silence
A hush came over the election-night crowd as the disappointing results came in.
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elude -
To escape from or avoid someone or something, especially in a clever or skillful way.
The thief managed to elude the police by slipping into a crowded market.
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swoon -
An occurrence of fainting
Exhausted from working 24 hours straight, the doctor fell into a swoon and landed on the floor.
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sot -
A habitual drunkard
The man at the bar was such a sot that he would fall asleep before finishing his latest drink.
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extraneous -
Not relating to the subject or situation being focused on
The teacher tried to focus on the day's topic, and spent a great effort making sure the class wasn't distracted by questions and comments from students about extraneous topics.
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putter -
To do things in a relaxed way, without rushing
When Ed retired, he loved to putter in his basement workshop, building toys for his grandchildren.
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scrunch -
To make something small to fit into a small space
Barry was alone in the house when he heard the robber enter, and Barry quickly scrunched under the desk in the office and remained as quiet as he could so that the robber wouldn't notice him.
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roly-poly -
(of a person) having a round, plump appearance
Santa Claus' jolly nature is due in part to his roly-poly body.
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mutter -
To say something in a low or barely audible voice, especially in dissatisfaction or irritation
After being yelled at by his boss, Ken muttered under his breath about how he hated his job.
