English and US covert actions against Germany during WWII sometimes had as big an impact as bombs and bullets
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shrouded -
Something that is covered or hidden
Many feel that the real story behind the Kennedy assasination is shrouded in mystery.
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whoosh -
Move or cause to move quickly or suddenly with a rushing sound
As they raced, Superman and The Flash whooshed by so quickly that it just looked like a blur to the spectators.
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intertwined -
Twisted or woven together, physically or figuratively; closely connected or linked in a complex way.
The vines were intertwined, creating a thick canopy over the garden.
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chintzy -
Stingy and not willing to spend money, or cheap material
Brad was so chintzy when it came to spending money for clothes, that he hadn't bought a new shirt or pants for 10 years.
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chitchat -
Talk about trivial matters
Every morning, the secretaries would chitchat with each other over the latest gossip.
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inertia -
Resistance to change, effort, or progress in a situation, system, or organization.
The company’s inertia in adapting to new technology led to its downfall.
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Confused
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impetuous -
Acting quickly and without thought or care; impulsive.
His impetuous decision to quit his job left him struggling to find a new one.
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Angry
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tirade -
A long, angry speech of criticism or accusation
After his team lost the championship game, the coach launched into a tirade against his players, listing all the things they had done wrong in the game.
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Dirty
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grime -
Dirt ingrained on the surface of something, especially clothing, a building, or the skin
Miners come home every day with grime on their faces from working with coal all day.
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décor -
The color, style, and arrangement of the things that decorate a place or room.
When he started the restaurant, he paid attention not only to the food, but also to provide a beautiful décor.
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surge -
(of a crowd or a natural force) move suddenly and powerfully forward or upward
The surging ocean waves meant the surfers had to run away from the beach to avoid danger.
