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gingerly - To act in a way that is careful and cautious:

Bob's unit was called in to defuse the live bomb, and he disentangled the wires very gingerly.

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browse - To look at various items or information, often to find something of interest.

I like to browse online shops even when I’m not planning to buy anything.

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dabble - To take part in an activity in a casual or superficial way

Steve dabbled a bit in photography, but he was still trying to fully understand how his camera worked.

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sanctuary - A location where one can find protection, safety, or peace, often from danger or persecution.

The hotel on the mountain was considered a sanctuary, where people could find peace in a busy world.

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glance - a quick look at someone or something

She took a glance at the clock and realized she was running late.

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dwell - To live in or at a specified place

If he ever won the lottery, Duane wanted to dwell in one of Frank Lloyd Wright's legendary houses.

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stabilize - To bring a situation, condition, or system under control.

The pilot worked quickly to stabilize the plane after turbulence hit.

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modest - Humble and not boastful — not showing off one's achievements or abilitie, and avoiding attention.

The successful businesman, though he made lots of money, never lost his modest and simple manner towards everyone he met.

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suave - Charming and confident in manner: Especially in a smooth, polite way.

He was so suave that everyone at the party wanted to talk to him.

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leisure - Free time when one is not working or busy; time for relaxation or enjoyment.

After a long week of work, she spent her leisure walkng in the park.

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unflappable - Having or showing calmness in a crisis

The spelling bee champ spelled each word in an unflappable manner, never letting the pressure get to her.

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transfixed - Unable to move or stop looking at something because you are so interested, surprised, or frightened

When he visited the Louvre, Bill was transfixed by the strange smile of the Mona Lisa.