Unwelcome Appearance - Vocabulary Flashcards

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economical with the truth

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Not telling the whole truth; being deliberately vague or evasive. Synonyms: evasive, deceptive, misleading.

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novelty

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The quality of being new, refreshing, or unusual. Synonyms: newness, freshness, originality.

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run-down

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In a poor condition due to age, neglect, or lack of repair. Synonyms: dilapidated, shabby, decrepit.

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itinerary

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A planned route or journey; schedule of travel. Synonyms: schedule, route, travel plan.

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encrusted

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Coated or covered with something hard, crust-like, often over a long time. Synonyms: crusted, coated, hardened.

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meandering

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Moving or proceeding in a winding or indirect course. Synonyms: winding, twisting, rambling.

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spasmodically

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Occurring irregularly, fitfully, or in sudden bursts. Synonyms: intermittently, irregularly, erratically.

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rummaged

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Searched through something thoroughly or untidily. Synonyms: searched, foraged, sifted.

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throbbing

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Beating or pulsating intensely. Synonyms: pulsating, pounding, pulsing.

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blazing

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Showing great anger or intensity. Synonyms: fiery, raging, intense.