cataclysm -
A large-scale and violent event in the natural world
Scientists have predicted that a massive cataclysm, like a tsunami with 400-foot waves, could happen in the future.
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bulwark -
A defensive wall
The soldiers had planned to attack, but the bulwark fortification that the enemy had built around themselves was too high to climb, and there didn't seem to be any way over, around, or through.
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Pleasure
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chow -
Food
Gina was so hungry that she was ready to eat any chow she would come across.
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bonus -
A reward or benefit added to a purchase or experience.
The movie had a bonus scene after the credits that surprised the audience.
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lint -
Small fibers or fluff that accumulate on fabric, especially clothing or in dryers.
She used a lint roller to remove the lint from her black sweater.
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tailspin -
A rapid loss of control, a state of confusion, panic, or chaos, a sudden and dramatic decline or failure.
Because of engine trouble, the plane suddenly went into a tailspin, and the pilot struggled to regain control.
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stubble -
Short stalks of growth
After the forest fire, the beautiful woods had been reduced to a random stubble of burnt stumps.
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booze -
Alcohol, especially hard liquor
On the shelves behind the bartender, Keith saw endless bottles of booze, and it was difficult for him to decided what kind of liquor he wanted to drink now.
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Successful
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champion -
Somone who wins, for himself or for others.
Muhammed Ali was a champion boxer, who knocked out many opponents in the boxing ring.
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Disgusting
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smut -
Obscene language or matter
Patty couldn't enjoy the comedy set because of the obscene smut in the comedian's material.
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concoction -
A mixture of various ingredients or elements
The bartender served Gus a Long Island Iced Tea, a concoction of various liquors that included whiskey, gin, and vodka.
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extravaganza -
An elaborate and spectacular entertainment or production
The extravaganza before the Olympics featured brilliant fireworks that could be seen for miles.
