Hannah was mortified to learn that the whole school knew about her crush on Jared.
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Big
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jackpot -
A large cash prize, typically won in a game of chance or lottery.
He won the jackpot in the lottery and became a millionaire overnight.
adjective
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Disgusting
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gory -
Involving or showing violence and bloodshed
Horror movies are known for their gory scenes where people are murdered by the scary villain.
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.
noun
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Important
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epitome -
Highest example of a certain quality
Dr. Linda Evans had many patients who came to her because she had a well-earned reputation for being the epitome of skill and integrity in her medical specialty
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Old
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jalopy -
An old car in a dilapidated condition
The rusted-out jalopy looked like it hadn't been driven in years.
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Flexible
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intermediary -
One who acts as a go-between and link between people in order to try to bring about an agreement or conclusion.
The UN formed a committee to act as an intermediary in the negotiations to end the war.
verb
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flicker -
(of light or a source of light) shine unsteadily; vary rapidly in brightness
The flickering candle did not provide enough light to see what was in the room.
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zeal -
Great energy or enthusiasm in pursuit of a cause or an objective
Few athletes have as much zeal as Michael Phelps, who ended up with the most medals in Olympics history.
noun
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Unhappy
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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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Stupid
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dork -
A dull, slow-witted, or socially inept person
Jenny wanted the handsome football player to ask her to the prom, but so far, only the dorks had approached her.
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haste -
A quick and sometimes rushed effort to do something.
He drove his car to the train station like a crazy person, but in spite of his haste, he missed the train by 20 seconds.
