homestretch -
The last part of a process or action, such as a project has been a lot of work, and is now finishing.
The sales team knew they were in the homestretch of the year, and worked round the clock to meet their sales targets.
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hedonism -
The idea that pleasure is the main goal of life.
People who are focused on hedonism are often less happy because happiness comes from relationships, and relationships come from generosity.
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digression -
Moving away from the main subject, and then writing or talking about something else.
Because the topic of his speech was so serious, after a few minutes he used humor as a digression to lighten up the mood with a joke.
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moxie -
Force of character, determination, or nerve
Dr. Martin Luther King possessed such great moxie that he never wavered in his fight for civil rights.
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surefire -
Guaranteed to produce a desired result.
His latest song is a surefire hit—everyone is talking about it.
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excel -
To surpass others in achievement or ability within a particular field.
She excels in mathematics and often helps her classmates.
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vast -
Of very great extent or quantity; immense
The island was in the distance as the vast ocean stretched out before Tom.
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staid -
Sedate, respectable, and unadventurous
Jill liked Bob, but she really wanted someone more dynamic and exciting, and Jill just couldn't see herself spending the rest of her life with someone so staid and kind of boring.
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suspense -
A state or feeling of excited or anxious uncertainty about what might happen.
The suspense in the movie was getting so intense that the audience could barely sit in their seats.
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vibrant -
Full of energy and enthusiasm
Ike had a vibrant personality which made him the perfect salesman.
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champ -
Informal abbreviation of Champion.
The highly pedigreed horse won all his races and fully deserved his reputation as a champ.
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nimble -
Quick and light in movement or action; agile
Track and field athletes have to be exceptionally nimble when jumping over high hurdles.
