thaw -
The melting of ice or snow, or a relaxation of political harshness or hostility
Nixon fostered better relations with Brezhnev because he felt that a thaw in the hostility between the US and Russia would be better for both countries and the world.
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downpour -
A lot of rain in a short time.
They were having a wonderful picnic, when the sudden downpour forced them to cover themselves with a large piece of plastic.
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ooze -
(of a fluid) slowly trickle or seep out of something; flow in a very gradual way
At the site of the volcano, molten lava slowly began to ooze out.
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slush -
Partially melted snow or ice
In New York, falling snowflakes eventually turn to dangerous slush that residents can easily slip on.
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sprinkle -
A small quantity or amount of something scattered over an object or surface
A sprinkle of rain hit the ground, forming small puddles.
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daub -
To coat or smear (a surface) with a thick or sticky substance in a carelessly rough or liberal way
In ancient times, houses were constructed by daubing clay all over the structure in order to hold it together.
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sprinkle -
Scatter or pour small drops or particles of a substance over (an object or surface)
The chef sprinkled salt over the meat before cooking it.
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parch -
To make or become dry through intense heat.
The earth was parched from the relentless heat.
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spurt -
A sudden gushing stream
At this point in the stream, the rapid spurt of water along the rocks was obvious.
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residue -
Refers to the small amount of something that remains after most has been removed, consumed, or used up.
After the cleaning, there was still a greasy residue on the surface of the kitchen counter that needed further scrubbing.
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spurt -
To gush out in a sudden and forceful stream
The geyser spurt forth water and steam against the picturesque sky.
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spurt -
A quick, forceful flow of liquid, gas, or another substance.
The dog tried to drink the water as it was spurting out of the hose.
