inflammation -
A physical condition characterized by redness, heat, swelling, and pain, often as a response to injury or infection.
The redness of the big toe was caused by an infection, and the inflammation was visible and painful.
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swarthy -
Dark-skinned
With his dark and swarthy good looks, the actor had little trouble finding employment.
noun
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Busy
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throng -
A large, densely packed crowd of people or animals
The handful of musicians on stage were outnumbered by the enormous throng of people in the audience.
adjective
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Good
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pious -
Devoutly religious
As he looked at the wall and inside himself, he felt in a very pious mood.
noun
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Aggressive
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fangs -
Long, pointed teeth used by animals especially snakes, spiders, or carnivores to bite and sometimes inject venom.
In the movie, the vampire’s glowing fangs appeared just before he attacked.
noun
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Big
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expanse -
An area of something, typically land or sea, presenting a wide continuous surface
Standing by the rural road, Cody was able to see the vast expanse of grass that stretched for miles.
adjective
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Old
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dilapidated -
(of a building or object) in a state of disrepair or ruin as a result of age or neglect
Once a prosperous city, Detroit has succumbed to poverty, with dilapidated houses lining the abandoned streets.
noun
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Move
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trend -
A general direction in which something is developing or changing over time, such as a popular style or activity, especially in fashion, technology, or culture.
There's a growing trend toward remote work - working at home - in many industries.
adjective
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momentary -
Lasting for a very short time.
In a momentary feeling of generosity, they agreed to pay for their son's entire 10 week vacation in Europe.
noun
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Mistake
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slip -
A small mistake or accident, often due to carelessness.
After he commented about her weight, he apologized for the slip of the tongue that he wished he hadn't said,
noun
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Flexible
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intermediary -
One who acts as a go-between and link between people in order to try to bring about an agreement or conclusion.
The UN formed a committee to act as an intermediary in the negotiations to end the war.
adjective
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Exciting
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glorious -
Full of beauty, splendor, or magnificence; worthy of admiration.
The team's glorious victory in the championship was celebrated for weeks.
