gumption -
Having spirited initiative and resourcefulness
Jill had enough gumption inside her to raise her hand to object about what the speaker was saying, because she thought what was being said was totally stupid.
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doozy -
Something outstanding or unique of its kind
The wide receiver catching the football with one hand in the final seconds of the game was a real doozy of an event that Barry will remember for a long time.
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sludge -
Thick, soft, wet mud or a similar viscous mixture of liquid and solid components, especially the product of an industrial or refining process
The sludge from the industrial plant was a disgusting sight as it spilled everywhere.
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liability -
Being legally responsible for something
After the car accident, the judge had to decide who had the greater liability for what happened.
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crony -
A close friend of someone; especially : a friend of someone powerful (such as a politician) who is unfairly given special treatment or favors
The mayor owed a favor to his powerful crony, so he paid his company for the city's needed construction work.
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downfall -
A sudden loss of power, success, or status.
His dishonesty led to his downfall in politics.
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confidante -
Someone in whom you confide your thoughts, feelings, or problems.
The president relied heavily on his most trusted confidante for decision-making.
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prelude -
An event or action that signals or prepares for what is to follow, often setting the tone for what comes next.
The opening speech was just a prelude to the main presentation, setting the stage for what was to come.
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nostalgia -
A sentimental longing or wistful affection for the past, typically for a period or place with happy personal associations
While watching her family's old home movies, Mary was filled with a sense of nostalgia.
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mischief -
Behavior that causes minor damage or annoyance, especially by children or animals.
Their son had a sparkle of mischief in his eyes when he ran to hide behind the curtains.
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tatters -
Irregularly torn pieces of cloth, paper, or other material
Even though they were poor and their clothes were in tatters, Dorothy's family still possessed a strong pride that kept them hopeful.
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whopper -
A thing that is extremely or unusually large
Weighing in at 30 pounds and containing thousands of pages, the ancient book would be considered a whopper by today's standards.
