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ransom - To release someone or something in exchange for a payment or other form of compensation.

The ancient artifacts were ransomed back to the museum after being stolen and held by black-market dealers.

noun

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Other / Light

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sheen - A shiny or polished surface, often used to describe the appearance of something smooth or well-maintained.

The sheen on the furniture made the dining area look elegant and inviting.

noun

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Other / Surprise

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mystery - Something that is difficult or impossible to understand or explain, a person or thing that arouses curiosity or wonder because it is unknown or puzzling.

The cause of the strange noise in the attic remains a mystery.

noun

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Bad / Unfriendly

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dissent - An act of expressing opposition or objection.

In a free and democartic country, public dissent is allowed, protected, and encouraged.

noun

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Good / Exciting

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glory - A state of splendor, magnificence, or beauty, often associated with triumph or success.

The glory of the sunset over the ocean made the entire beach appear like a painting.

verb

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enslave - To control someone completely, limiting their freedom.

In history, millions of people were enslaved and denied basic human rights.

verb

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humiliate - To make someone feel ashamed or foolish by injuring their dignity or self-respect.

His boss humiliated him by criticizing his work in front of the entire office.

adjective

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Bad / Mistake

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excessive - Going beyond what is considered acceptable or appropriate.

He was fined for driving at an excessive speed through a school zone.

verb

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dent - To make a slight hollow or depression in a surface by impact or pressure.

The car’s door was dented when it was accidentally hit by a shopping cart.

noun

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Other / Wet

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residue - Refers to the small amount of something that remains after most has been removed, consumed, or used up.

After the cleaning, there was still a greasy residue on the surface of the kitchen counter that needed further scrubbing.

adjective

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regimented - Referring to something that is arranged in a highly structured or ordered manner, often with little room for flexibility or deviation.

He was determined to lose weight, and he realized that he could accomplish this only with a regimented approach to exercize and diet.

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disingenuous - Giving a false appearance of being truthful or genuine.

It was disingenuous of him to act surprised when he clearly knew what was going on