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linger
To stay in a place longer than necessary, typically because of a reluctance to leave
muffle
To make (a sound) quieter : to decrease the noise made by (something)
muss
To make someone's hair or clothes untidy or messy
pucker
To pull the sides of something, such as skin or cloth together so that folds or wrinkles are formed.
flair
A special or instinctive aptitude or ability for doing something well
hoopla
Excitement surrounding an event or situation, especially when considered to be unnecessary fuss
imp
A mischievous but harmless trouble maker
patsy
A person who is easily taken advantage of, especially by being cheated or blamed for something
spate
A large number of similar things or events appearing or occurring in quick succession
shriek
verb
Utter a high-pitched piercing sound or words, especially as an expression of terror, pain, or excitement
frisky
Playful and full of energy
hifalutin
Expressed in or marked by the use of language that is elaborated or heightened by artificial or empty means
miffed
Annoy
motley
Incongruously varied in appearance or character; disparate
perky
Cheerful and lively
astonish
To surprise or impress (someone) greatly
jolt
verb
To cause (something or someone) to move in a quick and sudden way
crag
A steep or rugged cliff or rock face
bewildered
To be completely confused because of an overload of information.
grime
Dirt ingrained on the surface of something, especially clothing, a building, or the skin
chore
An unpleasant and boring task, but one that needs to be done.
treacherous
Hazardous or extremely dangerous conditions.
hype
Extravagant or intensive publicity or promotion, that often turns out to be false
sabotage
To deliberately destroy, damage, or obstruct (something), especially for political or military advantage.
elusive
Difficult to find, catch, or achieve
finesse
verb
Do (something) in a subtle and delicate manner
inconsolable
So sad that a person cannot be comforted
unfazed
Not surprised or worried
dissipated
Spending too much time on physical pleasures that are not good for your health.
nincompoop
A stupid or foolish person
slender
Attractively thin
sizzle
noun
A hissing sound, as of food frying or cooking
holler
noun
A loud cry or shout
bargain
verb
To try to reach an agreement through discussion and compromise.
bunch
A large amount or number of something.
cluster
verb
To stand or be positioned close together in a group.
defuse
To reduce the tension or danger in a difficult situation.
dominate
To have control or power over something or someone; to be much stronger, more successful, or more influential.
esoteric
Difficult to understand unless one has specific knowledge or interest.
flareup
A sudden outburst or intensification of something, especially violence or emotion.
integrity
The quality of being honest and consistently upholding strong moral principles.
jitters
Temporary nervous tension that affects a person’s ability to stay calm.
obsolete
No longer in use, especially because something newer or better has replaced it.
no-no
Something that is not allowed or is strongly discouraged.
plumb
To explore or examine something in great detail or thoroughly.
reckless
Acting without thinking about the consequences, often in a dangerous or irresponsible manner.
repressed
Describing memories or feelings that have been pushed out of conscious awareness due to trauma or stress.
superstar
A person who is extremely talented or admired in a particular field.
undoing
The process through which something falls apart or is ruined
wizard
A person who is exceptionally skilled or clever at something; or a man who practices magic; a magician.
whisper
The act of speaking in a quiet voice, especially, without vibration of the vocal cords.
luxury
A condition of abundance, great ease and comfort.
shock
verb
To cause someone to feel surprised and upset.
suave
Charming and confident in manner: Especially in a smooth, polite way.
sidekick
A person who plays a secondary but crucial role, often helping or supporting someone more prominent.
acute
Very sharp and intense.
sweetie
A very lovable person, a darling, used as a term of endearment.
hedonism
The idea that pleasure is the main goal of life.
enormous
Extremely large in size or amount
lowly
Low in status or importance;.