trinket -
A small decorative object, or a piece of jewelry that is cheap or of low quality:
Sara remembered how when she and Bill were 14 years old, he gave her a trinket for her birthday, and how she treasured it though it had no monetary value.
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inspire -
To fill someone with the desire, confidence, or enthusiasm to do something.
The coach’s speech inspired the team to give their best effort in the championship game.
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Energy
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venture -
A daring journey or undertaking.
He raised money to fund his venture to make and market his amazing invention.
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Calm
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haven -
A place of safety or refuge
Trying to get away from the bitter cold, the lone cabin seemed to be a perfect haven to Martha.
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Angry
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sever -
Often used in reference to actions that result in the separation of parts, pieces, or relationships.
After the heated argument, he decided to sever ties with his former business partner for good.
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Beautiful
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picturesque -
Visually attractive and charming.
They bought the cabin the woods mainly for its very picturesque environment that surrounded it.
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tug -
To pull with a lot of force
Betty cried after seeing the movie, because the story tugged at her heart's inner emotions.
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clatter -
Make or cause to make a continuous rattling sound
The chains clattered against each other in the strong wind.
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yummy -
(of food) delicious
At the fair, Olivia wanted to eat as much yummy cotton candy as she could.
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outskirts -
The outer areas of a city, town, or village, usually less developed or populated.
We got lost while driving through the outskirts of the small town.
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bluff -
An attempt to deceive someone into believing that one can or will do something
Harry fired so many shots that the criminal thought he ran out of bullets, but he couldn't risk calling Harry's bluff.
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ignite -
To cause something to catch fire or become inflamed.
Historians discuss and search for the event that ignited the French Revolution.
