sniffles -
An act of sniffing because of a cold or crying
His cold was clearing up, but Hank still had the sniffles that made his nose run.
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incentive -
Something that serves as a reason or stimulus for effort or improvement; a reward or motivation that encourages someone to take a specific action.
The company offered a cash incentive to employees who met their sales targets.
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lump -
A piece of something, often with an irregular shape and weight.
The lump of sugar Jennifer kept in her pocket as a treat for her horse, Chloe, melted on the way to the stables.
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recede -
To move back or withdraw from a previous position, often used in the context of water, hairline, or a retreating force.
After the flood, the waters slowly began to recede, giving people hope that life might soon return to normal.
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babble -
To talk rapidly and continuously in a foolish, excited, or incomprehensible way.
Monica worked at home, and sometimes her 1 year old Charlie sat in her lap, and he babbled away about all sorts of things that she didn’t understand.
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shred -
To tear or cut into shreds
With the FBI catching up to him, the crooked CEO shred as many incriminating documents as he could find.
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shrill -
(of a voice or sound) high-pitched and piercing
June had to plug her ears to avoid hearing the shrill voices of her screaming children.
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wade -
To walk through water or another liquid or soft substance
After the devastating monsoon, the villagers were forced to wade through waist-high water.
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rustle -
To make a soft, muffled crackling sound like that caused by the movement of dry leaves or paper
The autumn leaves rustled when the dog jumped on the pile.
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hurtle -
To move very fast, especially in a way that seems dangerous
The large meteor was hurtling towards earth, and the astronomers estimated that it could land in a major city, causing astronomical damage.
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drizzle -
Rain lightly
The rain drizzled onto his windshield, but not enough for him to turn on the wipers.
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expedite -
To complete or process something quickly and efficiently.
He asked the clerk to expedite his passport application because of his urgent travel needs.
