wail -
A prolonged high-pitched cry of pain, grief, or anger
The baby's wail echoed throughout the room as her diaper was being changed.
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Slow
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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.
adjective
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Boring
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humdrum -
Activity, work or routine that is boring, monotonous or unexciting.
For centuries, doing the laundry was a humdrum part of daily life, mainly for women.
verb
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Aggressive
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slash -
To cut something with a violent sweeping motion, often with a knife or blade; or to drastically reduce or lower something, especially prices or budgets.
He slashed the rope around the box with a knife to free the trapped animal.
noun
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Dangerous
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conflagration -
a large fire that causes a lot of damage; or a large and violent event.
As the forest fire raged, people were afraid that the conflagration would reach and destroy the houses nearby.
verb
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Move
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swish -
Move with a hissing or rushing sound
The race cars swished past the spectators in a tidal wave of sound.
adjective
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Wet
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damp -
Slightly wet
The damp windows were the result of the sprinkling rain.
noun
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Disgusting
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slut -
A woman who has many casual sexual partners
For many people, Kim Kardashian is viewed simply as a slut who is known for her sexual exploits rather than possessing any talent.
adjective
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Nervous
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agitated -
Emotionally upset or excited, especially due to worry or anger.
His voice grew louder and more agitated as he explained what he was feeling.
noun
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Strange
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misfit -
Someone whose behavior or attitude sets them apart, often making them feel isolated or out of place.
The new employee seemed like a misfit among the fast-paced corporate crowd.
verb
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Disorganized
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muddle -
Bring into a disordered or confusing state
Reggie's tasks at work had muddled together into something he couldn't figure out.
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Dangerous
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doomsday -
The end of the world, or a time when something very bad will happen, such as great destruction.
When T.S. Elliot wrote 'That's the way the world ends, not with a bang, but a whimper', he was talking about an un-dramatic doomsday.
