English and US covert actions against Germany during WWII sometimes had as big an impact as bombs and bullets
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crackle -
Make a rapid succession of slight cracking noises
During the cold winter nights, Bill and Joan loved to read together by the fireplace, enjoying its warmth as the small fire crackled.
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candor -
The quality of being open and honest in expression; frankness
Joe was a popular politician, because people appreciated his candor, the way he was up front and open about how he felt on all the issues.
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coddle -
To treat in an indulgent or overprotective way
Many kids today are coddled by their parents who don't want them to experience difficulties in their lives.
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cozy -
Giving a feeling of comfort, warmth, and relaxation
Sitting by the warmth of the fire was the perfect cozy setting for Jane and Derek.
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clandestine -
Kept secret or done secretively, especially because illicit
CIA agents have to act in a clandestine manner to avoid detection.
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crack -
A line on the surface of something where it has split without breaking apart.
She noticed a crack in the wall after the small earthquake.
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careen -
To move swiftly and in an uncontrolled way
As the old bus speedily careened around the narrow and steep mountain Tibetan roads, Fred wondered if he would make it safely to interview the guru monk for his magazine article.
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counterintuitive -
Contrarhy to what one would expect, but nevertheless true.
When perparing for the marathon, it may be counterintuitive, but sometimes it's good to take a day off and rest rather than running that day.
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chap -
A man or boy
On Friday nights, Walter went to the local bar to meet up with the chaps from work.
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carouse -
To drink plentiful amounts of alcohol and enjoy oneself with others in a noisy, lively way
The group of men caroused all night long until they were too drunk to walk home.
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cutthroat -
Competing with each other in overly aggressive ways
The cutthroat competition between the 2 stores was so intense, that products were selling below cost.
