vigil -
Staying awake, aware, and watchful at times when it's more usual to sleep.
The parents kept an all night vigil by their child's bedside at the hospital.
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accommodate -
To adapt or adjust to meet someone's needs or wishes.
The doctor's schedule was very packed, but he tried to accommodate the patient and treat their condition, because the situation was an emergency.
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tranquil -
Calm and peaceful and without noise
Barry loved fishing on the tranquil lake in the morning.
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newfangled -
Different from what one is used to; objectionably new
Ruth just wanted to see the newest pictures of her grandson, but she couldn't figure out this newfangled thing called e-mail.
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laud -
To praise a person or their achievements highly, especially in a public context
After Cindy exceeded her sales quota for the month, Renita lauded her in front of the other employees.
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chuckle -
To laugh quietly or inwardly
Bruce chuckled when he heard the mildly funny joke.
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camaraderie -
Mutual trust and friendship among people who spend a lot of time together.
Sam liked his fraternity because of the feeling of camaraderie he felt with all his friends there.
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upscale -
Of superior quality or status, often used to describe products, services, or areas.
They opened an upscale restaurant in the heart of the city.
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cushy -
(of a job, task, or situation) undemanding, easy, or secure
With its casual dress code and lack of supervision, Jeff knew he had found the perfect cushy job.
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trailblazer -
A person who is the first to do something, making a path for others to follow, an innovator or pioneer in a particular field or activity.
Marie Curie was a trailblazer in the field of science and research.
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tossup -
An unpredictable or close contest where the outcome is uncertain or equally likely to go either way.
It was a tossup between going to the beach or staying home and relaxing.
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dynamic -
Marked by continuous and productive activity or change
The new CEO was dynamic, and totally transformed the company and made it more efficient and profitable.
