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converge - To come together from different directions and meet at a point.

The streams converge into a single river near the valley.

adjective

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luscious - (of food or wine) having a pleasingly rich, sweet taste

The luscious chocolate cake on his tongue made Asa feel like he was in heaven.

noun

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henchman - A faithful follower or political supporter, especially one prepared to engage in crime or dishonest practices.

Whenever Tony Soprano needed to attack his enemies, he would send a henchman like Paulie Walnuts to take care of business.

noun

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tycoon - A wealthy, powerful person in business or industry

Bill Gates is recognized worldwide as a tycoon of the computing industry.

adjective

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Good / Smart

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subtle - Clever and indirect in approach or meaning.

The movie used subtle humor rather than loud, obvious jokes.

noun

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jiffy - A moment

Rick the deliveryman said he would be back in a jiffy just as soon as he delivered the remaining packages.

verb

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swagger - Walk or behave in a very confident and typically arrogant or aggressive way

The millionaire swaggered into the fancy nightclub, knowing all eyes would be on him.

verb

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flicker - (of light or a source of light) shine unsteadily; vary rapidly in brightness

The flickering candle did not provide enough light to see what was in the room.

noun

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cinch - An extremely easy task

By working together, any complex task can become a cinch.

verb

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pummel - To continuously hit something or someone with the fist(s).

After a very stressful day at work, Adam decided to pummel the punching bag at the gym, to vent his frustration.

adjective

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blatant - (of bad behavior) done openly and unashamedly

As part of his blatantly uncontrollable personality, Skylar left a mess in the kitchen in front of his mother.

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evade - To avoid or escape from someone or something.

For years after stealing the jewels from the Jewelry store, Marcel managed to evade being caught.