rattle -
To disturb or unsettle someone, especially by causing anxiety or fear; or to make a series of short, sharp sounds.
The sudden loud noise rattled her, and for a long time she just couldn't calm down.
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ravenous -
Extremely hungry; eager or craving something in an intense or insatiable way.
The ravenous wolves circled their prey, growling with hunger
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travesty -
A false, absurd, or distorted representation of something
In our court system, a travesty of justice typically occurs when the little guy goes against powerful interests and loses.
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maneuver -
To carefully guide or manipulate (someone or something) in order to achieve an end.
The pilot was able to maneuver the plane right and left, up and down, to avoid the oncoming hurricane.
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spendthrift -
Someone who spends a lot of money in a way that wastes it
Arnold was a spendthrift, couldn't keep to a budget, and never seemed to have enough money.
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borderline -
Unclear and uncertain whether something is in one category or another.
Because she was only a borderline diabetic, she didn't need insulin shots, and could maintain her blood-sugar level through diet and by staying away from sweets.
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gourmet -
Characterized by a sophisticated or refined approach, especially in terms of food or taste.
The restaurant’s gourmet dishes inluded a delcious meat dish and vegetables.
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levity -
A cheerful or amusing manner that eases tension; lightheartedness or humor, especially in a serious situation.
His attempt at levity during the tense meeting helped everyone relax.
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singe -
To damage something just enough to cause slight harm, especially through exposure to heat or fire.
She accidentally singed her hair while cooking dinner and had to trim a bit off.
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balk -
To hesitate or be unwilling to continue with an idea or action.
Max had made all the plans to move from his apartment to the senior citizens home, but at the last minute, he balked and just couldn’t go through with it.
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penniless -
Having no money at all; completely broke.
The artist was penniless for years before gaining recognition.
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scraggly -
(of a person or animal) thin and bony
With his toothpick-sized arms, Terence was too scraggly to be on the wrestling team.
