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The two friends engaged in playful banter during lunch, teasing each other about their favorite sports teams and laughing at their own jokes.
Definition: light, friendly, and humorous conversation or teasing
The magician seemed to conjure doves out of thin air during his performance.
Definition: to make something appear as if by magic
His chronic back pain made it difficult for him to participate in physical activities, as it had been bothering him for several years.
The teacher had to reprimand the students for talking during the test.
Definition: to express sharp disapproval or criticism of someone
By mentioning her sister's name during the investigation of the broken vase, Jenny was implicating her in the accident.
Definition: to suggest someone's involvement in a situation, usually something negative
The arrogant student would scoff at his classmates' answers during class discussions, making rude comments and rolling his eyes.
Definition: to speak about someone or something in a way that shows you think it is silly or worthless
When Sarah saw the spider on her desk, she recoiled in fear and quickly jumped back from her chair.
Definition: to suddenly move backward in fear or disgust
Sadie began to falter during her speech when she noticed the large audience, her voice becoming shaky and her words less confident.
Definition: to lose strength or purpose; to hesitate or become unsteady
Being gullible, Tom believed his friend's story about winning the lottery, only ro find out later it was an April Fool's joke.
Definition: easily persuaded to believe something; easily deceived
The large dog growled menacingly at the mailman, showing its teeth and making everyone feel unsafe.
Definition: in a threatening or dangerous manner
Definition: to cause something to continue for an unlimited amount of time
The king's wrath was feared throughout the kingdom after he discovered the betrayal of his trusted court.
Definition: extreme anger or rage
Definition: someone or something that came before in the same role
Definition: perfectly clean, neat, or tidy; without flaw
The library offered amnesty week, allowing students to return overdue books without paying any late fees.
Definition: an official pardon or forgiveness of offenses
Deep in contemplation, the artist sat silently for hours while planning her next masterpiece.
Definition: deep, careful thought or reflection
Throughout history, some groups would persecute others for having different beliefs or customs.
Definition: to treat someone cruelly or unfairly, especially because of their identity or beliefs
The team's harsh retaliation against their rivals during the championship game led to several penalties.
Definition: action taken in response to an attack or injury; revenge
The new pain medication was so potent that patients needed only a small dose for it to be effective.
Definition: having great power, influence, or effect
Despite everyone trying to change her mind, Maya remained adamant about her decision to go to college in a different state.
Definition: refusing to change one's mind; determined
There was a sense of apprehension in the room as students waited for their final exam scores to be posted.
Definition: anxiety or fear about future events
The remorseless criminal showed no guilt or regret for his actions during the trial.
Definition: without regret or guilt for wrong actions
His resentment grew as he watched his younger sister receive more attention from their parents.
Definition: bitter anger and displeasure that comes from feeling wronged, hurt, or treated unfairly by someone or something
The students were dumbfounded when their strict teacher suddenly broke into dance during the lesson.
Definition: so surprised that you cannot speak
Definition: inspiring fear or respect through being impressively powerful, large, or capable