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Good / Love

audio

smooch - To kiss passionately.

Adam and Eve could not stop thinking about each other and they cherished their lunch breaks when they would meet in the park for a smooch.

verb

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Good / Friendly

Url audio

broach - To introduce or begin a new subject or issue.

He didn’t know how to broach the topic of moving away from his parents.

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Bad / Dishonest

audio

scam - A dishonest scheme; a fraud

When Joel received an e-mail that promised him a million dollars, he hoped it wasn't a scam.

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Other / Other

audio

dabble - Take part in an activity in a casual or superficial way

Steve dabbled a bit in photography, but he was still trying to fully understand how his camera worked.

verb

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Other / Surprise

Url audio

astonish - To surprise or impress (someone) greatly

The audience was astonished by the amazing fireworks display at the end of the concert.

noun

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Good / Big

audio

oodles - A very great number or amount of something

When the FBI raided the gangster's hideout, they found oodles of cash that amounted to millions of dollars.

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Bad / Afraid

audio

flee - Run away from a place or situation of danger

Jack had to flee for his life when the massive enemy army started chasing him.

noun

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Good / Successful

Url audio

prosperity - A period or condition of economic growth, affluence, and stability.

The country enjoyed a long period of prosperity, with a booming economy and low unemployment rates.

verb

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Other / Move

audio

flutter - To move up and down or from side to side with short, quick, light movements

Sam was amazed at the beauty of thousands of butterflies fluttering their wings in what was called Butterfly Valley.

noun

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Bad / Unfriendly

audio

slur - An insinuation or allegation about someone that is likely to insult them or damage their reputation

While running for mayor, Arnie ignored the constant slurs against him by the local press, as if it was beneath his dignity to pay any attention to it.

verb

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Other / Wet

audio

slosh - (of liquid in a container) move irregularly with a splashing sound

The wine sloshed inside the glass as it was being poured.

noun

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Bad / Dishonest

audio

gimmick - A trick or device intended to attract attention, publicity, or business

Sales promotions like "buy one, get one free" are a common marketing gimmick.