alluring -
Powerfully and mysteriously attractive or fascinating.
At first the idea of the high of taking drugs was alluring, but when he saw the bad trips his friends had, he resolved to resist and say no.
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sanctuary -
A location where one can find protection, safety, or peace, often from danger or persecution.
The hotel on the mountain was considered a sanctuary, where people could find peace in a busy world.
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bonus -
A reward or benefit added to a purchase or experience.
The movie had a bonus scene after the credits that surprised the audience.
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scandal -
An event that is considered so wrong that it shocks people
When the Secretary of the Treasury was caught stealing money, it caused such a scandal that the whole administraton was swept out of office during the next election.
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fluff -
Soft fibers from fabrics such as wool or cotton that accumulate in small light clumps
A lint roller can remove fluff that accumulates on clothing.
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slope -
A surface where one end or side is at a higher level than another.
The steep slope of the ski trail meant that the skiing was exciting and a bit dangerous.
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buddy -
A close friend
George did everything with his best friend Bill, and it was wonderful to have such a close buddy, someone he knew he could always count on.
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charisma -
A special power that some people have to influence others
The politician had a certain charisma that attracted followers from far and wide.
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saga -
A long story of heroic achievement, especially a medieval prose narrative in Old Norse or Old Icelandic
With its heroic characters and story spanning hundreds of years, Star Wars is the most popular cinematic saga in the world.
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crescendo -
A gradual increase in loudness in a piece of music
Rock guitarists thrill stadium audiences by playing a crescendo until they can't hear anything else.
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intuition -
An ability to understand something with your feelings
Liz used her intuition, rather than facts or attraction, to determine whether or not to continue her relationships with guys she dated.
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panacea -
A solution or remedy for all problems or difficulties.
Many people hoped the new policy would be a panacea for the world's economic problems.
