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Other / Sound

yap - To give off a sharp, shrill bark; or to talk and chatter in a repetitive way.

Jack Russell terriers make up for their small size by yapping loudly when danger approaches.

verb

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Other / Other

snag - Catch or tear a piece of material on something sticking out

Horace had to repair the hole in his pants that was caused when it snagged on a sharp hook.

noun

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Bad / Disorganized

shambles - A state of total disorder

After the mild earthquake, Steve's room was in shambles, making it very difficult for him to find the things he needed right away.

noun

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Good / Smart

Url

repertoire - The range of skills, techniques, or knowledge that someone is capable of performing or using.

As a chef, she had an impressive repertoire of recipes, ranging from traditional dishes to innovative creations.

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Bad / Powerless

meek - Quiet, gentle, and easily imposed on; submissive

The meek dog was afraid to do anything without its' owner's permission.

noun

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Bad / Pain

torment - Severe physical or mental suffering

Sufferers of depression must deal with the torment of their own thoughts on a regular basis.

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Bad / Angry

Url

admonish - To warn or reprimand someone firmly about their behaviour.

The principal admonished the class for their disruptive conduct.

adjective

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Good / Smart-Adj

skeptical - Not easily convinced, having doubts or reservations.

When the detective was told that the death was an accident, he was skeptical, and he eventually solved the murder case and brought the criminal to justice.

adjective

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Bad / Strange

mawkish - Sentimental in a feeble or sickly way

James confessed his crush on Elisa in such a mawkish way that it turned her off and made her uncomfortable.

noun

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Other / Shape

Url

crust - A hard or brittle outer layer or coating on something

I always eat the crunchy crust of the bread first when I have toast.

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Good / New

upgrade - To improve something to a higher level

When Betty got messages that her Windows 7 was no longer being supported, she realized it was time to upgrade to Windows 10.

adjective

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Good / Smart-Adj

Url

innovative - Using new ideas or new ways of doing something.

Many companies are now looking for innovative ways to use AI in running their business.