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sniff - To draw in air audibly through the nose to detect a smell, to stop it from running, or to express contempt

Because of their superior sense of smell, dogs sniff new people and objects to determine more information about them.

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burp - To allow air from the stomach to come out through the mouth in a noisy way

After feeding her newborn baby, Janet put him on her shoulder and patted his back until he burped.

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sip - To drink very slowly only a very small amount at a time.

He loved this brand of wine, and he sipped it slowly to savor its delicious taste.

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shiver - (of a person or animal) To shake slightly and uncontrollably as a result of being cold, frightened, or excited

Genevieve was wearing five layers of clothing, yet kept shivering in the December weather.

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clutch - To grasp or seize (something) tightly or eagerly

Babies will often clutch their parents' fingers as part of a bonding ritual.

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guzzle - To drink something quickly.

Diana guzzled the bottle of wine because she was having a bad day.

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clad - Clothed

The valiant knight was clad in chain mail armor and a protective helmet.

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gaunt - (of a person) lean and haggard, especially because of suffering, hunger, or age

Greta gently caressed her grandmother's gaunt frame which barely covered the small bed.

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ruddy - (of a person's face) having a healthy red color

Prince Harry's ruddy complexion matches his bright red hair.

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swaddle - To wrap someone, especially a baby, in garments or cloth

Pam swaddled her baby in cloth to keep him warm.

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slouch - A lazy, drooping posture or movement

Sitting in a slouch while hunched over a computer is a common problem today.

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garb - Clothing or dress, especially of a distinctive or special kind

The Amish are known for wearing their distinctive garb, which is a reflection of their old-fashioned values.