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shriek - A high-pitched piercing cry or sound; a scream

The boy let out a shriek as the butterfly landed on his nose and refused to leave.

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disperse - To scatter or spread over a wide area.

The wind began to disperse the smoke from the fire.

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screech - (of a person or animal) give a loud, harsh, piercing cry

Despite its majestic beauty, the eagle screeched so loudly that it seemed out of character.

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zest - Great enthusiasm and energy

Alex had so much zest for his job that he would work as much overtime as possible.

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warp - To become bent and twisted out of shape.

Sometimes the enemy bombards the media with propaganda and lies to warp public opinion in the direction that they want.

verb

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tilt - For one side of an object to be lower than the other

Andrea had to tilt the draw open to access the files.

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spurt - To gush out in a sudden and forceful stream

The geyser spurt forth water and steam against the picturesque sky.

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deter - To prevent (or aim to prevent) the occurrence of something through fear of consequences.

A barking dog can deter burglars from breaking into a home.

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amorphous - Lacking a clear shape or form.

The spilled paint formed an amorphous blob on the floor.

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capricious - Given to sudden and unaccountable changes of mood or behavior

It was difficult to identify her true personality, given her capricious behavior.

verb

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elude - To escape from or avoid someone or something, especially in a clever or skillful way.

The thief managed to elude the police by slipping into a crowded market.

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dispel - To drive away or eliminate something, making it slowly disappear.

The sunshine helped dispel the morning fog.