stagnate -
Cease developing; become inactive or dull
The stagnating economy had left workers nervous about keeping their jobs.
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skyrocket -
For something to increase very quickly.
Because his hi-tech company had an important patent, Bill saw the company's stock price skyrocket.
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eyesore -
Something that is very ugly or unpleasant to look at.
That abandoned building has become a real eyesore in the neighborhood.
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extravagant -
Going beyond expected limits in spending money or using resources.
Though he knew that it was an extravagant expense, he bought the most expensive engagement ring he could find.
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dandy -
Excellent
Relaxing on the beach seemed like a dandy idea to Sarah after working so hard all year.
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wobble -
An unsteady movement from side to side
When a baby first learns to walk, its steps look more like an unsteady wobble.
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vigilant -
Watchful and quick to notice things, especially for protection or safety
The community stayed vigilant after recent reports of theft in the area
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fragrant -
Having a good and pleasant smell.
When she entered the flower store, she loved the fragrant smells in the air from the great variety of flowers.
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desolate -
A place that is empty and without people
Albert sometimes liked going off by himself to a desolate beach, just to be alone and gather his thoughts
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smokescreen -
A distraction or false front used to mislead or deceive others.
The flashy website and ad campaign turned out to be a smokescreen so people would be distracted from paying attention to the company's declining sales.
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vulnerable -
Leaving oneself open to being hurt
As wealth gets distributed in society, it is most common that the poor are the most vulnerable, financially and physically.
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ruse -
A ploy or stratagem used to manipulate a situation in one's favor, often by hiding one's true intentions or motives.
His apparent offer to help was just a ruse to get access to her personal information.
