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Bad / Unfriendly

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hassle - To harass; pester

The irritating salesman would always hassle Carmen when she was at home, and wouldn't leave even if she insisted on it.

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Other / Move

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swish - A hissing or rustling sound

The other runners only heard the swish of Usain Bolt running past them before he was gone.

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Bad / Hostile

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ridicule - The subjection of someone or something to contemptuous and dismissive language or behavior

Tommy was the object of ridicule after he revealed an embarrassing secret.

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Good / Pleasure

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breeze - A gentle and refreshing curent of air.

Even though our 2 hour hike was not easy, we were constantly refreshed by the cool spring breeze.

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Bad / Disorganized

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scribble - Write or draw (something) carelessly or hurriedly

At the daycare center, Cameron used a black crayon to scribble on the walls.

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Other / Sound

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clatter - A continuous rattling sound as of hard objects falling or striking each other

The clatter of falling dishes echoed across the room.

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Good / Friendly

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hint - To give a clue or piece of advice that points to something or helps someone understand something.

During the party, her Dad hinted to where her present was hidden to surprise her.

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Bad / Dirty

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blot - A stain that discolors or ruins the apperance of something.

Whenever John applied for a job, the time he had spent in jail was a blot on his past that made it hard for him to be accepted for the position.

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Good / Calm

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gaze - A steady intent look

Sheila's heart melted as she locked eyes with her baby's innocent gaze.

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Other / Other

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snag - An unexpected or hidden obstacle or drawback

Gary's road trip hit a sudden snag when a massive boulder blocked the road ahead of him.

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Bad / Uncomfortable

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hiccup - An involuntary spasm of the diaphragm, resulting in a sudden, brief sound caused by a quick intake of air, often followed by a noticeable "hic" sound.

A girl in the class couldn't stop her hiccups, and the other kids in the class couldn't stop laughing.

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Other / Sound

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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.