minimal -
Very small in size or amount; as small as possible.
The kitchen was small and cramped, with minimal counter space and cabinets.
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mystified -
Being very puzzled and confused
Edwin Hubble was mystified why the light analysis of certain stars showed a 'red shift', until he realized that they were entire galaxies moving away from us at tremendous speeds.
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Mistake
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mishap -
An unexpected mistake or error, often not serious but troublesome.
Despite a few mishaps during rehearsal, the play was a big success.
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mosey -
To walk or move in a leisurely manner
With all the time in the world, Corey moseyed down the street.
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Wet
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mist -
A thin layer of fine water droplets suspended in the air, often making it hard to see clearly.
A soft mist covered the fields at dawn, giving the landscape a dreamy look.
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methodical -
Done by using a careful and organized procedure; working in a very careful and organized way.
Warren Buffet built his financial empire in a methodical way, carefully examining everything about a company before investing in it.
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mollify -
To try to calm and soothe feelings, making the other less angry and upset
Bret had to think quickly how to mollify the hungry lion facing him after it had escaped from its cage at the zoo.
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misguided -
Having or showing faulty judgment or reasoning.
She shouted at him, 'If you think you can get me to marry you by controlling me, then you are terribly misguided.'
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mesmerizing -
To hold one's attention in an almost magnetic way
The audience at the circus were mesmerized by the acrobats.
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measly -
Contemptibly small or few
Considering how expensive the meal was, Nick was angry about the measly amount of food he was given.
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Slowly
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meander -
(of a river or road) To follow a winding course.
The river meandered across the plains like a winding snake.
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motley -
Incongruously varied in appearance or character; disparate
The motley crew of casino robbers wouldn't seem like they would associate with each other in normal situations.
