prior -
Relating to or concerning earlier events or actions.
She was unable to attend due to a prior commitment.
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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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swoop -
(especially of a bird) To move rapidly downward through the air
Once it spotted its prey on the ground, the eagle swooped in with its talons ready.
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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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gush -
For a liquid to flow out in a rapid and plentiful stream, often suddenly
On a hot summer day, water gushed out of the fire hydrant to cool everyone down.
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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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tangible -
Real and concrete, rather than abstract or imaginary, outwardly perceptible.
She found the story hard to believe, and needed tangible proof before believing the story.
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deadlock -
A situation where opposing sides can't make progress to resolve their differences
Congress couldn't pass any new bills because the political and emotional deadlock between the Republicans and Democrats on almost every issue.
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gurgle -
To make a bubbling sound like that made by water running out of a bottle
When Sam had a big decision to make, he walked into the woods and sat by a gurgling brook to contemplate and be alone with his thoughts.
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lag -
To fall behind in progress, performance, or development.
He started to lag behind in the marathon due to exhaustion.
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uptick -
a small increase in the level or value of something
The economist sensed that the uptick in prices was a sign that greater inflation was ahead.
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aftermath -
The lingering effects or impact after something has occurred.
In the aftermath of the earthquake, rescue teams worked day and night.
