degenerate -
To decline or deteriorate physically, mentally, or morally
After Bill started taking drugs, his life went downhill until his his relationships, health, and finances had totally degenerated.
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addict -
A person who is physically or mentally dependent on a substance, especially drugs or alcohol.
The addict struggled for years to overcome his dependence on heroin.
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rubbish -
Waste material; refuse or litter
The sidewalk was piled with rubbish that overflowed from the trash cans.
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obliterate -
To destroy (something) completely so that nothing is left
The devastating tornado obliterated the small town until nothing was left standing.
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intuition -
An ability to understand something with your feelings
Liz used her intuition, rather than facts or attraction, to determine whether or not to continue her relationships with guys she dated.
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aftermath -
The lingering effects or impact after something has occurred.
In the aftermath of the earthquake, rescue teams worked day and night.
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bolt -
To make a sudden, swift dash, run, flight, or escape; spring away suddenly
He saw the police and bolted out the back door, and the police could not locate him..
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crackle -
A sound made up of a rapid succession of slight cracking sounds
The crackle of the fire was the only thing Vic could hear as he camped in the mountains.
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canny -
Having or showing shrewdness and good judgment, especially in money or business matters
Billionaire Richard Branson became successful by possessing a canny business sense and strong work ethic.
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shortfall -
An insufficient amount of something necessary, such as funds or supplies.
Due to a shortfall in food supplies, the government had to provide food for the people in a makeshift meal on the street.
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scrunch -
To make something small to fit into a small space
Barry was alone in the house when he heard the robber enter, and Barry quickly scrunched under the desk in the office and remained as quiet as he could so that the robber wouldn't notice him.
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crucial -
Of central and extreme importance
As they left for the plane, the parents knew it was crucial that all the members of the family had their passports.
