eclipse -
A temporary reduction or obscuring of the light or importance of something, often used metaphorically.
The rise of smartphones brought about the eclipse of older mobile devices.
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innate -
Inherent or built-in as a fundamental part of something.
The innate curiosity of children drives them to explore and learn about the world.
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scrunch -
To make something small to fit into a small space
Barry was alone in the house when he heard the robber enter, and Barry quickly scrunched under the desk in the office and remained as quiet as he could so that the robber wouldn't notice him.
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telltale -
Revealing or indicating something hidden or secret, showing the inner nature of something.
The telltale clouds of smoke hinted at a fire nearby.
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swagger -
A very confident and typically arrogant or aggressive gait or manner
After getting a makeover, a newly confident Tim walked down the street with a swagger.
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seduce -
To lead astray usually by persuasion or false promises
Clever advertising often tries to seduce naïve customers into buying worthless products.
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sizzle -
(of food) make a hissing sound when frying or cooking
The hot plate of food was still sizzling when it was brought to the customer's table.
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bypass -
To avoid something by going around it.
Jim heard there was a lot of traffic on the main highway, and was able to bypass it by going on a smaller road.
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stuck -
Unable to move.
Marvin felt stuck in his low paying job, but he had a bit of hope that someday things would open up and change for the better.
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impede -
To create obstacles or difficulties that hinder an action or process.
His lack of experience may impede his chances of getting the job.
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offshoot -
Something that has developed from something larger that already existed
Bell Labs, an offshoot of the Bell Telephone company, was where the transistor, laser beams, and the UNIX operating system were invented.
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vanity -
Excessive pride in one's appearance, qualities, abilities, achievements
Some philosphers say it's better to be modest and humble, rather than to have excessive vanity and always being so concerned about one's appearance.
