The starving orphan pleaded with the cook to give him more porridge.
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untenable -
An idea or position that cannot be defended against criticism
With new accusations surfacing every day, though Melissa claimed that she was totally innocent, her hold on her job was becoming increasingly untenable.
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dissipate -
To cause something to become weaker until it gradually disappears
Because of his uncontrollable temper, Max dissipated whatever goodwill there had been in the marriage.
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underling -
A person with a lower rank or status
The boss barked at his underlilngs without any concern for their feelings.
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lax -
Not sufficiently strict, severe, or careful
Due to lax safety standards, the train derailed and injured dozens of passengers.
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Derail -
To obstruct or divert from an expected or intended course.
The train was derailed by a fallen tree during the storm.
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grovel -
Lie or move abjectly on the ground with one's face downward
When he was told he was being fired, Todd groveled on the ground and pleaded with his boss.
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defunct -
No longer existing or functioning
Once the most popular destination for people who wanted to rent movies, Blockbuster Video is now defunct, having been replaced by Netflix.
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Droop -
To hang or bend downward limply.
His shoulders drooped after hearing the bad news.
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flimsy -
Comparatively light and insubstantial; easily damaged
With just a tiny bit of pressure applied, the smartphone was surprisingly flimsy.
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Irredeemable -
Beyond saving or improving due to severe flaws or faults.
The villain in the story was so cruel that he seemed irredeemable to the very end.
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Flaccid -
Lacking strength, firmness, or resilience.
His handshake was so flaccid that the manager felt that he wasn’t really interested in the interview and the job at all.
