adjective

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Good / Flexible

plausible - (of an argument or statement) seeming reasonable or probable

The detectives examined the crime scene and tried to find a plausible way in which the victim was killed.

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Good / Beautiful

plush - Richly luxurious and expensive

The plush bedsheets were so comfortable that they were worth the high price tag.

noun

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Bad / Pain

Url

plight - A difficult or unfortunate situation, often one that involves hardship or adversity.

The community came together to help improve the plight of the homeless during the harsh winter months.

adjective

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Other / Inward

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picky - Being very particular or selective about something, often to the point of being hard to please.

My dog is picky about where he sleeps; he’ll only rest on his favorite blanket.

noun

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Bad / Strange

phantom - An appearance or illusion without material substance

Emily found it hard to succeed in whatever she tried because of a phantom voice in her ears telling her that she would always be a failure.

verb

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Other / Move

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pivot - To strategically change direction or focus, often in response to new circumstances or needs.

In the middle of the game, the coach decided to pivot the team's approach, switching from defense to a more aggressive offensive strategy.

noun

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Bad / Small

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pittance - A very small amount of money, less than what one wanted and expected.

The workers decided to strike because they felt that their wages were a mere pittance compared to what they deserved.

adjective

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Bad / Stupid

pointless - Having no purpose, and is not worth doing

Though Bill's parents wanted him to be a doctor, he didn't find it interesting, and hated the sight of blood, so he thought it was pointless to apply to medical school.

adjective

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Good / Brave

plucky - Having or showing determined courage in the face of difficulties

Mary's plucky personality made her determined to compete in the race despite being confined to a wheelchair.

verb

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Other / Up+Down

plop - To drop gently and without making a loud noise.

After drinking all evening, John plopped an Alka-Seltzer into a glass of water, hoping that drinking it would relieve his headache.

verb

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Bad / Aggressive

pester - To trouble or annoy someone with frequent or persistent requests or interruptions

Pete just wanted to stare at the sunset, but Lily kept pestering him and breaking his concentration.

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Good / Good

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pious - Devoutly religious

As he looked at the wall and inside himself, he felt in a very pious mood.