circumvent -
To find a way around and overcome a problem or difficulty.
Because of the large traffic jam, I new a side road that could circumvent the mess and get home the same time I normally do.
verb
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Wet
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dredge -
To clean out the bed of (a harbor, river, or other area of water) by scooping out mud, weeds, and rubbish with a dredge
The large vessel dredged the dirty water so that it could sparkle once again.
noun
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Big
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oodles -
A very great number or amount of something
When the FBI raided the gangster's hideout, they found oodles of cash that amounted to millions of dollars.
noun
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Exciting
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hoopla -
Excitement surrounding an event or situation, especially when considered to be unnecessary fuss
Even though iPhone models rarely change much every year, the hoopla surrounding them always leads to long lines of customers.
verb
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Aggressive
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expunge -
To erase or remove completely (something unwanted or unpleasant)
Terrence accepted the plea deal of one year of community service in exchange for the court to expunge his criminal record.
verb
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Smart
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validate -
To prove that something is true
Henry David Thoreau felt self-confident about his ideas, and he didn't need anyone else to praise him, because he validated his own ideas.
verb
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Body
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crouch -
To adopt a position where the knees are bent and the upper body is brought forward and down, sometimes to avoid detection or to defend oneself
The soldiers crouched next to the armored vehicle to protect themselves from enemy fire.
verb
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Hostile
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antagonize -
To cause someone to become hostile or angry.
When he met someone new, he was honest about his political point of view though he knew there was a risk it would antagonize the other person.
adjective
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Beautiful
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stunning -
Extremely beautiful or attractive
When the group arrived in Paris, they were captivated by the stunning view of the Eiffel tower from so many locations and angles.
adjective
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Confused
Url
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puzzling -
Difficult to explain or understand
Scientists still find it puzzling how the universe started from nothing in a 'big bang'.
noun
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Pain
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peeve -
A cause of annoyance
Jeff talking about his ex-girlfriend was Jim's pet peeve, and he would always cover his ears in annoyance.
noun
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Friendly
Url
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sidekick -
A person who plays a secondary but crucial role, often helping or supporting someone more prominent.
Batman's loyal sidekick Robin was by his side in countless adventures, offering support and courage.
