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wacky - Something that is strange and different to the point of amusement.

George’s grandmother was well known and loved for her wacky taste in shoes.

verb

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Other / Sound

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clatter - Make or cause to make a continuous rattling sound

The chains clattered against each other in the strong wind.

noun

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Good / Smart

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sage - Someone who is highly knowledgeable and has a profound understanding of life, often imparting teachings or guidance.

As a sage of ancient philosophy, Socrates is still revered for his teachings on ethics and the nature of knowledge.

adjective

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Bad / Dangerous

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pernicious - Having a harmful effect, especially in a gradual or subtle way.

People used to think that smoking was good for you because it seemed calming, but now we realize that its pernicious effects are deadly over time.

noun

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Bad / Pain

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throes - Intense or violent pain and struggle, especially accompanying birth, death, or great change

Samantha experienced agonizing pain during the throes of childbirth.

adjective

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Bad / Bad

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unconscionable - Not right or reasonable

At the hearings in Washington, the senators criticized the unconscionable behavior of the greedy CEOs.

verb

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Good / Smart

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probe - Physically explore or examine (something) with the hands or an instrument

For men, getting a prostate exam can involve a doctor probing their body in an uncomfortable procedure.

adjective

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Bad / Bad

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taboo - A subject, word, or action that is avoided for religious or social reasons

In Bill's social circle, to ask anyone how much money they made was a topic that was taboo.

noun

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Bad / Boring

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cliché - An overused phrase or expression that has lost its originality or impact.

His speech was full of clichés, so it didn’t convince anyone or leave a strong impression.

noun

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Good / Happy

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romp - A spell of rough, energetic play

JIm enjoyed the occasional outdoor romp with his kids so they could use all their energy up.

noun

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Good / Smart

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premonition - A strong feeling that something is about to happen, especially something unpleasant.

In 1929 he had a premonition that something bad would happen to the stock market, so he sold all his stocks just in time.

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Good / Flexible

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juggle - To keep several objects in motion in the air at the same time; or to try to deal with two or more important jobs or activities at the same time

It wasn't easy for Beth to juggle working at her job from home and taking care of her kids when they came home from school.