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upshot - The final result or outcome of a situation or series of events.

After several weeks, the upshot of the thorough investigation revealed that there were several policy violations that should be prosecuted.

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nascent - Emerging or starting to grow, especially referring to ideas, industries, or movements.

The scientist is studying the nascent stages of star formation in distant galaxies

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novice - Someone who is beginning to learn a skill or subject

Because Mary was a novice programmer, she often asked her co-workers for help and advice.

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thingamajig - Used to refer to something whose name one has forgotten, does not know, or does not wish to mention

Cherie didn't know anything about cars, so she would frequently ask the mechanic, "What does that thingamajig do?"

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spontaneous - Happening extremely quickly, starting in a single moment

When Doris saw the gunman start shooting in the schoolyard, her spontaneous impulse was to run and hide behind a car.

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imminent - About to happen very soon; approaching or near in time.

Dark clouds in the sky signaled that a storm was imminent.

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sprout - (of a plant) put forth shoots

Starting from a seed, the plant sprouted out of the ground.

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controversial - Relating to topics that people have strong, opposing opinions about, that cause disagreement, debate, or argument.

The movie received mixed reviews because of its controversial ending.

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prelude - An event or action that signals or prepares for what is to follow, often setting the tone for what comes next.

The opening speech was just a prelude to the main presentation, setting the stage for what was to come.

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concoct - To invent or devise a plan, story, or excuse, often in a clever or dishonest way.

They concocted a brilliant plan to surprise their friend on her birthday.

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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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newfangled - Different from what one is used to; objectionably new

Ruth just wanted to see the newest pictures of her grandson, but she couldn't figure out this newfangled thing called e-mail.