regal -
Describing something that is majestic, dignified, or befitting of a monarch, often in terms of appearance, style, or grandeur.
The queen entered the room with a regal air, her every movement exuding grace and authority.
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hurl -
To throw something with great force
It was the bottom of the 9th inning, and Mac hurled the baseball towards the batter, trying to strike him out.
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Unhappy
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groan -
A deep sound made in pain or annoyance
As his back pain suddenly came back, Bob let out a loud groan.
verb
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Powerless
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concede -
To give in or surrender, especially after a struggle or competition.
After they debated for hours , Jim showed tangible proof that he was right, and his friend reluctantly conceded that Jim was right.
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context -
The circumstances or background information surrounding an event, statement, or idea that help explain its meaning.
In a different context, his joke might have been actually funny and not offensive.
noun
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Strange
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outcast -
A person who has been rejected by society or a social group
Brent felt like an outcast when his friends refused to speak to him anymore, as a result of his being outspoken about his political opinions that were so different from theirs.
adjective
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Inward
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stingy -
Unwilling to give or spend; ungenerous
Terry was so stingy with his money that he refused to lend it to anybody.
noun
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Friendly
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niceties -
A fine detail or distinction, especially one regarded as intricate and fussy
Thom appreciated the architecture of the building, though he didn't know the detailed niceties of its particular style.
verb
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hover -
To remain in one place in the air
The helicopter hovered above the road as the pilot prepared to set it down.
adjective
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Love
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compassion -
A deep awareness of the suffering of others, combined with a desire to help.
He felt compassion for the injured bird and took it to a vetinarian.
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Desire
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evoke -
To bring a feeling, memory, or image into someone’s mind.
The old photograph evoked memories of his childhood home.
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War
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tyrant -
A cruel and oppressive ruler, usually not restrained by law.
The tyrant locked up or killed anyone he thougth might be a threat.
