powerhouse -
A person, organization, or thing that is very strong, effective, or influential in a particular field or activity.
The athlete became a powerhouse on the track, winning multiple championships and setting records.
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scandal -
An event that is considered so wrong that it shocks people
When the Secretary of the Treasury was caught stealing money, it caused such a scandal that the whole administraton was swept out of office during the next election.
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doodad -
A trivial ornament or gadget, especially one whose name the speaker does not know or cannot recall
Liam's father didn't understand technology and would always ask how these doodads worked.
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frenzy -
Wild, extreme, and uncontrolled behavior or mental agitation
Saigon was in a frenzy of chaotic activity at the end of April 1975 as the Viet Cong entered the city and the last Americans left by helicopter.
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speck -
A tiny spot, mark, or stain, often barely visible to the naked eye.
There was a speck of dust on the camera lens that ruined the pictures.
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hawker -
A person who travels around selling goods, typically advertising them by shouting
The hawker shouted loudly enough for everybody to hear, mentioning his variety of goods available for sale.
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mist -
A thin layer of fine water droplets suspended in the air, often making it hard to see clearly.
A soft mist covered the fields at dawn, giving the landscape a dreamy look.
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tinge -
A trace of some color
The yellow tinge of the setting sun contrasted with the purple sky.
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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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stranglehold -
A strong and oppressive control or influence over something or someone.
The corporation had a stranglehold on the market, leaving no room for small businesses.
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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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brevity -
The quality of being brief or concise in speech or writing.
I appreciated the brevity of the report—it got straight to the point.
