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Oasis
Water in the Dessert
Whiff
a puff or breath of air or smoke.
Priority
the fact or condition of being regarded or treated as more important.
highlight
an outstanding part of an event or period of time.
Slight
small in degree; inconsiderable.
Tracks
a rough path or minor road, typically one beaten by use rather than constructed.
a sixth sense
a supposed intuitive faculty giving awareness not explicable in terms of normal perception.
intimidation
the action of intimidating someone, or the state of being intimidated.
irascibility
easily provoked or angered
inspiration struck
someone experiences a sudden, unexpected feeling of enthusiasm or a creative idea that provides a new way of thinking or a motivation to do something
Anguish
severe mental or physical pain or suffering.
reconnaissance
military observation of a region to locate an enemy or ascertain strategic features.
"an excellent aircraft for low-level reconnaissance"
Castaway
a person who has been shipwrecked and stranded in an isolated place.
court-martial
a judicial court for trying members of the armed services accused of offenses against military law.
dislodge
someone experiences a sudden, unexpected feeling of enthusiasm or a creative idea that provides a new way of thinking or a motivation to do something
Fatality
an occurrence of death by accident, in war, or from disease.
Enhance
intensify, increase, or further improve the quality, value, or extent of.
a statement or assertion that expresses a judgment or opinion.
rank
a position in the hierarchy of the armed forces.
Feeble
lacking physical strength, especially as a result of age or illness.
Trudge
walk slowly and with heavy steps, typically because of exhaustion or harsh conditions.
compromise
Apathy
lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern.
grudge
a persistent feeling of ill will or resentment resulting from a past insult or injury.
Plummet
fall or drop straight down at high speed.