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ripple - Form or flow with undulating waves on the water's surface.

The surface of the lake rippled as a result of the evening wind.

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buffer - A person or thing that reduces shock or impact.

When Fred skidded off the road on his motorcycle, his helmet was a thankful buffer that prevented a head injury.

noun

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Good / Energy

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alacrity - Lively and enthusiastic action or attitude.

When offered a chance to perform, he jumped on stage with alacrity.

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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.

adjective

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peppy - Lively and high-spirited

Landon's dog was so peppy that he ran 50 yards in a matter of seconds.

noun

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ripple - A small wave resulting in water from displacement or movement.

The stone Paul threw into the lake caused a big ripple.

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Bad / Disgusting

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barf - To vomit.

Joan drank too much at the party, so that when she came home she barfed on the way to the bathroom all that she ate and drank that night.

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clod - A lump of earth or clay

Archaeologists dig through the earth to find bones and pottery, though they tend to only come up with clods of dirt.

adjective

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Bad / Weak

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sluggish - Lacking energy or alertness

After working for 12 hours straight, Elizabeth felt too sluggish to do anything except sleep.

verb

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Bad / Old

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creak - To show weakness or frailty under strain.

When Willie got into his 90's, he felt he could almost hear his bones creak when he walked.

adjective

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Bad / Crazy

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bonkers - Mentally unbalanced, mad and crazy, usually meant humorously

There were many long stretches of time that Joan was cooped up in the house with her kids, and it was making her go bonkers.

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sissy - A person regarded as effeminate or cowardly

Until he found his inner courage, the Cowardly Lion acted like a complete sissy.