The Franklin family was both excited and confused by the hubbub of New York City during their 8 day vacation there.
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Dislike
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disdain -
The feeling that someone or something is unworthy of one's consideration or respect; contempt
Having been wealthy his entire life, Ralph looked down with disdain on those less fortunate.
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Move
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detour -
A longer route that is taken to avoid something or to see something along the way.
On our way back from our vacation, we made a detour to see the beautiful waterfall.
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Aggressive
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vigilante -
An individual acting as a self-appointed enforcer of the law
Paladin was a vigilante in Have Gun Will Travel, finding outlaws on his own for the reward.
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Disgusting
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muck -
Dirt, grime or messy substance.
Harold was not impressed when he returned from the office, to find that his idea of parking under a shady tree had back-fired because the birds had covered his car in all kinds of disgusting muck.
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Energy
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mystique -
A fascinating aura of mystery, awe, and power surrounding someone or something
For centuries, the mystique surrounding King Tut has fascinated millions of people.
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Shape
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chunk -
A thick, solid piece of something, usually broken off or cut.
While defrosting her refrigerator, she threw a chunk of ice into the sink.
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Energy
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breakthrough -
A sudden, important discovery or development.
He had a creative breakthrough that helped finish the novel.
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Stupid
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platitude -
A trite or cliché saying that is expressed as if it were profound, but is actually banal.
The motivational speaker's advice sounded more like a bunch of platitudes rather than genuine guidance, offering nothing new to the audience.
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Body
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noggin -
A person's head
The criminal hit Tintin on the noggin to knock him out before robbing him.
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Unfriendly
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spoilsport -
Someone who refuses to participate in enjoyable activities, often dampening the mood of others.
He acted like a spoilsport by constantly complaining at the party that he didn't like the food.
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Powerless
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pauper -
A very poor person
Xavier looked forward to the day he would win the lottery and no longer be a pauper.
