Word of the Day Review 31-40

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What does 'zany' mean?

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Zany means amusingly unconventional and idiosyncratic; it describes something or someone that is funny or silly.

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What is a 'hoax'?

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A hoax is a deceptive act or trick, often intended to mislead or fool people.

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What does it mean to 'abduct'?

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To abduct means to take someone away illegally by force or deception.

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What does 'wither' mean in a physical context?

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To wither means to become dry and shriveled, often used to describe plants that are losing moisture.

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What does it mean to 'amble'?

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To amble means to walk at a slow, relaxed pace.

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What is the meaning of 'rage'?

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Rage refers to intense, violent anger.

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What does 'gape' mean?

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To gape means to stare with an open mouth, often in amazement or wonder.

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What does 'swelter' mean?

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To swelter means to be uncomfortably hot.

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What does 'shoddy' mean?

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Shoddy describes something that is of poor quality or made with inferior materials.

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What is a 'calamity'?

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A calamity is an event causing great and often sudden damage or distress; a disaster.