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Bad / Dangerous

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malady - A disease or ailment

Smallpox was a very dangerous malady that has mostly been cured with vaccinations.

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Other / Shape

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gully - A water-worn ravine

On their nature walk, Tim saw that erosion had left the gully completely dry.

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Bad / Dishonest

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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.

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Bad / Strange

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enigma - A person or thing that is mysterious, puzzling, or difficult to understand

Owen had to figure out how to make his new business work, but so far how to accomplish that objective proved to be an enigma.

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Other / Inward

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trance - A semi-hypnotic state where the mind seems to be transported to another realm

When Jerry heard the trance music, he let himself go, and he seemed to float to another state of consciousness - and he just danced with the crowd, and he felt one with the rhythm.

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groove - A long, narrow cut or indentation, typically in a surface, often used for fitting or alignment.

The vinyl record has a groove where the needle sits to produce sound.

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Bad / Mistake

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flaw - A mark, fault, or other imperfection that mars a substance or object

Supermodel Cindy Crawford's mole is viewed as a flaw that makes her even more beautiful.

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Other / Inward

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context - The circumstances or background information surrounding an event, statement, or idea that help explain its meaning.

In a different context, his joke might have been actually funny and not offensive.

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glob - A lump of a semiliquid substance

The pizza dripped with globs of cheese that were still hot.

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Bad / Old

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jalopy - An old car in a dilapidated condition

The rusted-out jalopy looked like it hadn't been driven in years.

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Bad / Powerless

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pushover - Someone who lacks the ability or inclination to resist, stand firm, or assert themselves.

He thought she would be a pushover in negotiations, but she surprised him with her firm stance and clear boundaries.

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Other / Light

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spark - A tiny flash of light or fire, often caused by friction or electricity.

A sparks from the campfire flew into the night air.