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probe - Physically explore or examine (something) with the hands or an instrument

For men, getting a prostate exam can involve a doctor probing their body in an uncomfortable procedure.

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schmooze - Talk intimately and cozily; gossip

Rob didn't like when his coworkers schmoozed about the latest happenings, but he couldn't help but hear it.

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nod - An act of nodding the head

A nod is a universally understood gesture to indicate agreement or approval.

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jest - Speak or act in a joking manner

Malcolm and his friends always jested and shared laughs with each other.

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Bargain - To try to reach an agreement through discussion and compromise.

The two executives bargained all day and came up with an agreement that was good for both of their companies.

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surge - (of a crowd or a natural force) move suddenly and powerfully forward or upward

The surging ocean waves meant the surfers had to run away from the beach to avoid danger.

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chat - An informal conversation

To learn more about his employees, the CEO would hold a chat with them as often as he could.

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Bargain - a thing bought or offered for sale more cheaply than is usual or expected.

This jacket was a total bargain—Bill got it for half the original price, and it was in perfect condition.

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chat - Talk in a friendly and informal way

The CEO would chat with his employees regularly to learn more about them.

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gab - Talk; chatter

In the typical workplace, employees engage in gab with each other around the water cooler.

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romp - A spell of rough, energetic play

Jenny enjoyed the occasional outdoor romp with her kids so they could use all their energy up.

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swarm - (of insects) move in or form a swarm

The thousands of locusts swarmed until they blocked out most of the sky.