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Mollify<\/strong> – To calm or soothe someone\u2019s feelings, often when they are upset<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Example Sentence: <\/em>She tried to mollify her friend with a sincere apology and a warm hug.

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Salvage <\/strong>– To save something from being lost, destroyed, or damaged<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Example Sentence:<\/em> Firefighters worked quickly to salvage what they could from the burning building.

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Dredge <\/strong>– To clean, deepen, or gather something from the bottom of a body of water; or to bring up something unpleasant<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Example Sentence:<\/em> They had to dredge the riverbed to remove the debris after the storm.

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Blemish <\/strong>– A small flaw or mark that spoils the appearance or perfection of something<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Example Sentence: <\/em>The mirror had a tiny blemish that only became visible in bright light.

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Intrinsic <\/strong>– Belonging naturally to something; an essential part of its nature<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Example Sentence:<\/em> Kindness seemed to be an intrinsic part of his personality.

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Pamphlet <\/strong>– A small printed booklet that provides information about a particular topic<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Example Sentence: <\/em>The museum handed out a pamphlet explaining the history of the exhibits.

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Stipulate <\/strong>– To specify something as a condition or requirement in an agreement<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Example Sentence:<\/em> The contract will stipulate that all work must be completed within six months.

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Unruly <\/strong>– Difficult to control or manage; disorderly or badly behaved<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Example Sentence:<\/em> The unruly crowd refused to settle down, even after repeated warnings.

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Judder <\/strong>– To shake or vibrate strongly and repeatedly<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Example Sentence:<\/em> The old car began to judder as it struggled up the steep hill.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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