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influx - A large arrival or flow of people, things, or money into a place.

The beaches experienced an influx of people during the summer months.

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Bad / Dishonest

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freeloader - A person who takes advantage of others' generosity or resources without giving anything in return.

The party was full of freeloaders, people who just showed up for the free food and drinks.

verb

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revert - To go back to a previous behavior, situation, or form after a period of change.

After trying a new strategy for a while, the company decided to revert to its original marketing approach, which had worked better.

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Bad / Angry

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outburst - A sudden release of strong emotion, usually of anger

Tired of his underperforming employees, the boss let loose with an outburst of anger that shocked everyone.

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Bad / Pain

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shackles - A device, such as a chain or cuff, designed to physically limit or control a person or thing's movement.

Shackles were placed on the prisoner's feet so that he would not be able to run away and escape.

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proximity - Being near or close in space or time.

People liked living in the town because of its proximity to many wonderful beaches.

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Bad / Dirty

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blotch - An irregular patch or unsightly mark on a surface, typically the skin

A reddish blotch on the skin may require consulting a dermatologist.

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Bad / Dirty

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bawdy - Lewd, coarse, and obscene, but in a humorous way.

Even Shakespeare’s bawdy scenes, that are often breaks from drama, use a artistry of language that is writing at its best.

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Good / Energy

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breakthrough - A sudden, important discovery or development.

He had a creative breakthrough that helped finish the novel.

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entangled - Caught or involved in something that is difficult to escape from.

He was entangled in mounting credit card debt, and he hoped there would be a way to break free from it.

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Bad / Attack

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violate - To act against or attack a princple, rule, agreement or law that should be treated with respect.

The judge had the reputation for giving harsh sentences, and often said that he could not tolerate people who violated the law.

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longwinded - Someone who takes way too long to tell a story or give a speech

Most of the audience tell asleep when the speaker gave a longwinded two hour speech.