spin -
To turn around quickly on a central point or axis.
The baby was fascinated with the spinning top, watching it carefully until it fell over.
noun
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Sound
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howl -
A cry of pain, anger, amusement, etc.
The wolf's howl echoed across the snowy field.
noun
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Other
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sundry -
Various items not important enough to be mentioned individually
Wes needed to freshen up before getting on the plane, so the newsstand employee pointed him to the deodorant and other various sundries on the shelves.
verb
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Slowly
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slog -
To move with determination against difficult obstacles
After their boat got stuck in the swamp, Anne, Joyce, and Mary climbed out and slogged through the swamp for an hour before they got to solid land.
verb
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Desire
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hanker -
To feel a strong desire to do or have something
Charles hadn't eaten all day and was hankering for anything that would satisfy his hunger.
noun
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Wet
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drizzle -
Light rain falling in very fine drops
The light drizzle created small ripples in the water.
verb
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Wet
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douse -
To pour a liquid over; drench
During a wildfire, helicopters will fly overhead and douse it with hundreds of gallons of water at a time.
verb
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Move
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chug -
(of a vehicle or boat) To move slowly with engine making regular muffled explosive sounds
The antique train chugged along the tracks, moving slowly enough that people could run along side it.
noun
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Wet
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residue -
Refers to the small amount of something that remains after most has been removed, consumed, or used up.
After the cleaning, there was still a greasy residue on the surface of the kitchen counter that needed further scrubbing.
verb
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Body
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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.
adjective
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Inward
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stringent -
Demanding high standards: Requiring strict attention to detail or high levels of accuracy.
The school has stringent rules about attendance and behavior.
verb
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Stop
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impede -
To create obstacles or difficulties that hinder an action or process.
His lack of experience may impede his chances of getting the job.
