Maggie would always dither when dealing with issues instead of just making a decision.
verb
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Love
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cuddle -
To snuggle or embrace someone or something in an affectionate non-sexual hug.
Timmy’s favorite time of the day was after his bedtime story when his Mommy would cuddle with him until he fell asleep.
adjective
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Stupid
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asinine -
Lacking good judgment or sense.
That was an asinine decision—why would you jump into the pool with your phone?
noun
See verb
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Big
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bulge -
A rounded swelling or protuberance that distorts a flat surface
The athletic movie star's tight shirt accentuated the bulge of his muscles.
adjective
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Smart
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sobering -
Serving as a reminder of harsh reality, often reducing excitement or joy.
It was a sobering moment when he realized how much money he had wasted because of his gambling addiction.
verb
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Inward
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hoard -
To amass money or valued objects and then hide or store it away
If he was going to be a millionaire one day, Pete knew he'd have to start hoarding as much money as possible.
verb
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Body
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tiptoe -
To walking on the front part of your foot in order to move very quietly
When Bill got home past midnight, he had to tiptoe around the house so as to not wake anybody up.
noun
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New
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contraption -
A machine or device that appears strange or unnecessarily complicated, and often badly made or unsafe
Cedric built a contraption on top of his motorcycle to transport his family, but he had good reason to be concerned about their safety.
verb
See noun
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Slow
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nudge -
Prod (someone) gently, typically with one's elbow, in order to draw their attention to something
Simon nudged Randy because he wanted him to look up from his drink.
adjective
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Dishonest
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evasive -
To avoid giving clear direct answers to questions.
Bart was gradually becoming more of a compulsive gambler, and he was evasive when his wife asked him why he often came home late from work.
adjective
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Unfriendly
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aloof -
Not friendly or forthcoming; cool and distant
Dwight, aloof as always, would barely communicate with his wife as they contemplated the state of their marriage, even when they were in the most beautiful surroundings.
noun
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Bad /
Attack
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atrocity -
An extremely wicked or cruel act, typically one involving physical violence or injury
In a terrible atrocity, after winning the battle the victorious army set fire to the enemy's village, killing most of its inhabitants.
