Ed's stockbroker told him that it was foolhardy to invest all his money in a startup that had not shown any ability to make a profit.
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vile -
Extremely unpleasant
Mr. Burns was a vile man who would harm anybody if it meant he could profit from it.
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blur -
When something is out of focus, indistinct, or obscured in a smudge or mist.
The rain on the windscreen reduced the oncoming traffic to a blur that made it hard for Beth to drive, even with her glasses.
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kinky -
Exhibiting unusual behavior
Brad exhibited many kinky habits and tendencies, but Martha was able to overlook that weird aspect of him because she found that his loyalty and good disposition more than made up for it.
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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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traction -
The grip or friction between a surface and a moving object, like a tire or shoe; also the gaining of support, momentum, or progress.
The startup’s new app is gaining traction with younger audiences.
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mushy -
Food that is very soft and wet
Hanna made mushy peas for her baby because he couldn't chew regular peas.
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wreck -
Something that has been badly damaged or destroyed.
Small submarines often go underwater to see the wreck of the Titanic.
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downsize -
To reduce the size, amount, or extent of something.
Bill saved money by moving into a smaller apartment, and tried to downsize his lifestyle and live more simply.
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victim -
A person who is negatively affected by a situation or condition
She was a victim of a phone scam that cost her thousands of dollars.
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rupture -
A crack or break in something, such as a pipe or an part of the body.
The rupture in the pipe caused a massive flood in the basement, damaging several rooms on the lower floors.
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stifle -
Restrain (a reaction) or stop oneself acting on (an emotion)
Amy stifled a cough so she wouldn't bother her coworkers or make them sick.
