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The rays from the rising sun shone splendidly through our window.
beautifully
Sam was so hungry that he didn't leave a single particle of muffin on the plate.
piece
Since athletes must stay in great shape, they seldom eat junk food.
rarely
Grandma didn't know it was going to rain on the fishing trip, so he altered his plans.
changed
Nutritious foods, such as fruits and vegetables, help our bodies grow.
Tim went to the museum every weekend because he was so fascinated by art.
deeply interested
Tracy help the delicate flower gently so the stem wouldn't break.
fragile
Kim didn't like her new haircut until several people made remarks on how nice it looked.
comments
sitting
The cat scuttered quickly around the room without lying down at all.
ran
I meandered through the woods taking my time exploring.
wandered
refused
On the way to her room after being grounded, Tammy murmured something under her breath.
whispered
The smell from the refrigerator was very foul, but the freezer smelled fresh.
unpleasant
The lanky dog never got fat, even though he ate a lot.
skinny
The smooth dancer moved with elegance across the stage.
grace
unwilling
The girl languidly put on her jacket as if she had no energy at all.
without interest
The sun made the lake water shimmer.
sparkle
The diamond rind radiantly shining on her finger.
brightly
Some people feel perplexed by brain teasers, while others figure them out quickly.
confused
After the bird escaped, Christ tried to coax it back into the cage with treats.
persuade
The sun was scorching on the hot summer day.
The gorilla is often gentle, but it can also be ferocious.
mean
Jackie was mortified after her puppy ripped her friend's brand new sweater.
embarrassed