widespread -
Common or frequent; widely accepted or practiced
Because the disease was so widespread, rules were made that everyone had to wear masks in public.
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Bad
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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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Successful
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impressive -
Eliciting admiration or respect due to excellence, skill, or ability.
The athlete's round-the-clock training resulted in an impressive performance that broke several records.
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spectacular -
Beautiful in a dramatic and eye-catching way
The spectacular fireworks lit up the night sky in various colors.
verb
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thrust -
Push (something or someone) suddenly or violently in the specified direction
Highly technical engineering goes into making sure a space shuttle can thrust itself into space.
verb
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restrain -
To physically or metaphorically prevent someone or something from moving, acting, or progressing.
The police officer had to restrain the crowd to prevent further chaos during the protest.
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Disorganized
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turmoil -
A state of agitation or turbulence.
The turmoil caused by the rush of water going in all directions over the rapids was dangerous for swimmers.
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glide -
To move easily and smoothly
When Michael Jordan went up to shoot a basket, it seemed that he glided through the air.
verb
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clatter -
Make or cause to make a continuous rattling sound
The chains clattered against each other in the strong wind.
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murmur -
Say something in a low, soft, or indistinct voice
Katy murmured to her best friend Ella so that others couldn't hear her.
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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sprout -
A shoot of a plant
The sprouts swayed in the wind for now, but they would soon grow into strong plants.
