spontaneous -
Happening extremely quickly, starting in a single moment
When Doris saw the gunman start shooting in the schoolyard, her spontaneous impulse was to run and hide behind a car.
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rookie -
A beginner who has little or no experience.
The rookie mountain climbers descended at a safer location than the experts and had additional supervision to ensure their safety while they gained experience.
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vanguard -
A group of people that leads the way for others, in ideas or battle.
During the 1980's, a small group of tech companies in Silicon Valley, California were the vanguard that led the world in new developments that changed the world.
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refurbish -
Renovate and redecorate (something, especially a building)
After finding the used piece of furniture, Joel refurbished it so that it looked brand new.
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raw -
In a natural and unprocessed state, in its original or unprotected form.
After the accident, his skin was raw from the abrasion, and he needed medical attention to prevent infection.
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nascent -
Emerging or starting to grow, especially referring to ideas, industries, or movements.
The scientist is studying the nascent stages of star formation in distant galaxies
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revamp -
Give new and improved form, structure, or appearance to
Every year, Apple revamps its iPhone line with a new model that has different features.
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sprout -
(of a plant) put forth shoots
Starting from a seed, the plant sprouted out of the ground.
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concoct -
To invent or devise a plan, story, or excuse, often in a clever or dishonest way.
They concocted a brilliant plan to surprise their friend on her birthday.
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upshot -
The final result or outcome of a situation or series of events.
After several weeks, the upshot of the thorough investigation revealed that there were several policy violations that should be prosecuted.
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newfangled -
Different from what one is used to; objectionably new
Ruth just wanted to see the newest pictures of her grandson, but she couldn't figure out this newfangled thing called e-mail.
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embark -
To start or engage in a new project, activity, or course of action.
She decided to embark on a new career in digital marketing.
