trammel -
To hinder or impede in moving, progressing, or acting; to prevent freedom of action
After the dictator took power, he passed a set of laws that completely trammeled the people's freedom by throwing them in jail if they tried to speak their mind.
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crave -
To have a very strong feeling of wanting something, even desperately
After Les was assigned to the computer room night shift, he found he couldn't sleep during the day, and he craved eight hours of uninterrupted sleep.
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embedded -
Inserted as part of something larger or more complex.
A video was embedded in the article to give more context.
verb
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screech -
(of a person or animal) give a loud, harsh, piercing cry
Despite its majestic beauty, the eagle screeched so loudly that it seemed out of character.
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Strong
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virile -
A man being full of sexual strength and energy in a way that is considered attractive
Many women like Russel Crowe's virile energy as depicted in the movie Gladiator.
verb
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Smart
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ponder -
To look inward and think carefully about something
Before Arnold made a decision, he would try to ponder and imagine the different possible results of the decision.
noun
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Strong
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fortress -
A large, strong building or group of buildings that can be defended from attack
After the major battle, the army rested in the fortress on the top of the mountain.
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Brave
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savior -
Someone who comes to the aid of others, improving their circumstances or offering a solution to a problem.
The firefighter was hailed as a savior after rescuing the family trapped in the burning building.
noun
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Mistake
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dud -
A thing that fails to work properly or is otherwise unsatisfactory or worthless
The firework turned out to be a dud when it landed back on the ground.
adjective
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Confused
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ambiguous -
Something whose meaning is unclear, because it can be understood in several ways
Bill's parents often asked when he was moving out of the house and getting a job, but his answer was always ambiguous.
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Disorganized
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tumult -
A state of confusion, disorder, or disturbance
When he was offered a job from the competing company, he didn't know what to do, and his mind was in a tumult.
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groggy -
Dazed, weak, or unsteady, especially from illness, intoxication, sleep, or a blow
Gina was so groggy from the flu that she couldn't get out of bed.
