After the automobile was invented, the era of the horse and buggy on the streets and roads began to wane
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pervasive -
Existing or present everywhere, often in a subtle or unnoticed way; spreading widely throughout an area or a group of people.
The pervasive smell of fresh coffee filled the entire café, welcoming everyone who entered.
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sluggish -
Lacking energy or alertness
After working for 12 hours straight, Elizabeth felt too sluggish to do anything except sleep.
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obese -
Extremely fat in a way that is dangerous for health
The WHO says that obesity has reached epidemic proportions globally, with at least 2.8 million people dying each year as a result of being overweight or obese.
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relentless -
To act intensely and continuously, usually negatively
The monsoon's relentless rain caused flooding that left the village partly under water
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drizzle -
Light rain falling in very fine drops
The light drizzle created small ripples in the water.
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shiver -
(of a person or animal) To shake slightly and uncontrollably as a result of being cold, frightened, or excited
Genevieve was wearing five layers of clothing, yet kept shivering in the December weather.
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muddle -
An untidy and disorganized state or collection
The complicated math equation looked like one giant muddle.
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liability -
Being legally responsible for something
After the car accident, the judge had to decide who had the greater liability for what happened.
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jest -
A thing said or done for amusement; a joke
Maddie couldn't stop laughing when she heard Lisa's jest.
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mutter -
To say something in a low or barely audible voice, especially in dissatisfaction or irritation
After being yelled at by his boss, Ken muttered under his breath about how he hated his job.
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fling -
Throw or hurl forcefully
The pitcher would have to fling the baseball fast enough for the batter to miss it.