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skinny - Being too thin

The horse just didn't like eating, and it was so skinny it could not do any work

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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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trend - A general direction in which something is developing or changing over time, such as a popular style or activity, especially in fashion, technology, or culture.

There's a growing trend toward remote work - working at home - in many industries.

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daunting - Seeming difficult to deal with in anticipation; intimidating

As the tallest mountain in the world, Mount Everest is the most daunting challenge for mountain climbers.

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clamor - A loud and confused noise, especially of people shouting or protesting.

During the demontration, the protesters created a clamor demanding justice.

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ironic - Happening in a way that is opposite to what is expected, often in an amusing or thought-provoking manner.

It was ironic that the fire station burned down due to an electrical fault.

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swarthy - Dark-skinned

With his dark and swarthy good looks, the actor had little trouble finding employment.

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chunk - A thick, solid piece of something, usually broken off or cut.

While defrosting her refrigerator, she threw a chunk of ice into the sink.

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extinguish - To put out a flame, fire, or light.

She extinguished the candle before leaving the room.

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cagey - Reluctant to give information owing to caution or suspicion

I asked to read Kyle's novel, but he was acting cagey and said he couldn't show it to me.

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eventually - Something that happens in the end, especially after a delay or a long time.

It took hours of searching, but we eventually found the missing keys.

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dent - A slight hollow or depression in a surface, typically caused by impact or pressure.

She accidentally dropped her phone, leaving a dent in the plastic case.