expunge -
To erase or remove completely (something unwanted or unpleasant)
Terrence accepted the plea deal of one year of community service in exchange for the court to expunge his criminal record.
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nab -
To catch someone doing something wrong or illegal
The police nabbed the person who tried to blow up the World Trade Center 1993, when he went to the car rental to get back his deposit for the van he had blown up.
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upend -
To disrupt or overturn the normal order or situation; to defeat or overthrow someone or something unexpectedly
The underdog team upended the champions in a stunning upset
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ferocious -
Savagely fierce, cruel, or violent
As the king of the jungle, the lion is one of the most ferocious animals on Earth.
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grab -
To take or seize something quickly or suddenly, often with a strong or swift motion.
He tried to grab the last large piece of pizza before anyone else noticed.
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impose -
To force something to be accepted or endured, often against someone's will.
He didn’t want to impose his opinions on others, so he listened when other people talked.
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aggressive -
Ready to attack and behaving in a threatening way.
The football player was successful because of the way he was so aggressive in trying to tackle the quarterback.
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bossy -
When a person tends to order people around and tell them what to do, being overly authoritative and domineering.
Maxine's parents thought she'd make a good manager because of her bossy spirit, always telling her siblings what to do.
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impudent -
Rude and not showing respect
The teacher threw Barry out of the classroom because of his impudent, disrespectful behaviour.
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expose -
To uncover or reveal something hidden or secret.
Leaving your skin uncovered in the sun can expose you to harmful UV rays.
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dominate -
To have control or power over something or someone; to be much stronger, more successful, or more influential.
When Abigail felt someone was trying to dominate her, she closed her ears and ignored what they were saying.
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pester -
To trouble or annoy someone with frequent or persistent requests or interruptions
Pete just wanted to stare at the sunset, but Lily kept pestering him and breaking his concentration.
