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  1. tenant
    someone who pays rent to use property owned by someone else
  2. tend
    have a disposition to do or be something; be inclined
  3. tendentious
    having a strong bias, especially a controversial one
  4. tender
    easy to cut or chew
  5. tendinous
    consisting of tendons or resembling a tendon
  6. tenet
    a basic principle or belief that is accepted as true
  7. tensile
    of or relating to physical stress or strain
  8. tension
    the action of stretching something tight
  9. tentative
    hesitant or lacking confidence; unsettled in mind or opinion
  10. tenuous
    lacking substance or significance
  11. tenure
    the term during which some position is held
  12. tepid
    moderately warm
  13. terminal
    occurring at or forming an end
  14. terminate
    bring to an end or halt
  15. termination
    the act of ending something
  16. terminology
    a system of words used to name things in a discipline
  17. terminus
    a place where something ends or is complete
  18. terrestrial
    of or relating to or characteristic of the planet Earth
  19. terror
    an overwhelming feeling of fear and anxiety
  20. terse
    brief and to the point
  21. tertiary
    coming third in position
  22. tessellated
    decorated with small pieces of colored glass or stone
  23. testator
    a person who makes a will
  24. testimony
    something that serves as evidence
  25. testiness
    feeling easily irritated
  26. testy
    easily irritated or annoyed
  27. tether
    restraint consisting of a rope or chain
  28. theatrical
    of or relating to the stage
  29. thematic
    relating to or constituting a topic of discourse
  30. theocracy
    a political unit governed by a deity
  31. theology
    the rational and systematic study of religion
  32. theoretical
    concerned with hypotheses and not practical considerations
  33. therapeutic
    tending to cure or restore to health
  34. thermal
    relating to or associated with heat
  35. thesis
    an unproved statement advanced as a premise in an argument
  36. thespian
    a theatrical performer
  37. thorny
    full of difficulties or perplexities
  38. thrall
    the state of being under the control of another person
  39. thrash
    give a beating to
  40. threadbare
    thin and tattered with age
  41. threat
    declaration of an intention to inflict harm on another
  42. thresh
    beat the seeds out of a grain
  43. thrift
    extreme care in spending money
  44. thrifty
    mindful of the future in spending money
  45. thrive
    make steady progress
  46. throb
    pulsate or pound with abnormal force
  47. throes
    violent pangs of suffering
  48. throng
    a large gathering of people
  49. throttle
    a valve that regulates the supply of fuel to the engine
  50. thwart
    hinder or prevent, as an effort, plan, or desire
  51. tickle
    (archaic) touch a body part lightly so as to excite the surface nerves and cause uneasiness, laughter, or spasmodic movements
  52. ticklish
    difficult to handle; requiring great tact
  53. tidy
    marked by order and cleanliness in appearance or habits
  54. tiff
    a petty quarrel
  55. tightfisted
    unwilling to part with money
  56. tightwad
    a miserly person
  57. tile
    a flat thin rectangular slab used to cover surfaces
  58. tiller
    someone who prepares the soil for the planting of crops
  59. tilt
    lean over; tip
  60. timbre
    the distinctive property of a complex sound
  61. timeworn
    repeated too often; overfamiliar through overuse
  62. timid
    showing fear and lack of courage
  63. timidity
    fear of the unknown or fear of making decisions
  64. timorous
    shy and fearful by nature
  65. tinge
    color lightly
  66. tinker
    do random, unplanned work or activities; spend time idly
  67. tint
    a variation or slightly different shade of a color
  68. tipple
    drink moderately but regularly
  69. tirade
    a speech of violent denunciation
  70. titanic
    of great force or power
  71. tithe
    a levy of one tenth of something
  72. titillate
    stimulate or excite
  73. title
    the name of a work of art or literary composition
  74. titter
    laugh nervously
  75. titular
    existing in name only
  76. toady
    a person who tries to please someone to gain an advantage
  77. toga
    a one-piece cloak worn by men in ancient Rome
  78. toil
    work hard
  79. token
    a disk that can be used in designated slot machines
  80. tolerable
    capable of being borne or endured
  81. tolerance
    willingness to respect the beliefs or practices of others
  82. toll
    a fee levied for the use of roads or bridges
  83. tome
    a large and scholarly book
  84. tongs
    any of various devices for taking hold of objects
  85. tonic
    a medicine that strengthens and invigorates
  86. tonsorial
    of or relating to barbers and barbering
  87. tonsure
    shaving the crown of the head by priests or monks
  88. topography
    the configuration of a surface and its features
  89. topple
    fall down, as if collapsing
  90. topsy-turvy
    in utter disorder
  91. torment
    intense feelings of suffering; acute mental or physical pain
  92. torpedo
    a long cylindrical self-propelled underwater projectile
  93. torpid
    in a condition of biological rest or suspended animation
  94. torpor
    a state of motor and mental inactivity
  95. torque
    a twisting force
  96. torrent
    an overwhelming number or amount
  97. torrential
    relating to or resulting from the action of a downpour
  98. torrid
    characterized by intense emotion
  99. torso
    the body excluding the head and neck and limbs
  100. tortuous
    marked by repeated turns and bends
  101. toss
    throw with a light motion
  102. totem
    emblem consisting of an object such as an animal or plant
  103. totter
    move without being stable, as if threatening to fall
  104. touching
    arousing affect
  105. touchstone
    a basis for comparison
  106. touchy
    difficult to handle; requiring great tact
  107. tourniquet
    a bandage that stops the flow of blood by applying pressure
  108. tout
    advertise in strongly positive terms
  109. woo
    seek someone's favor
  110. toxic
    of or relating to or caused by a poison
  111. toy
    an artifact designed to be played with
  112. tract
    an extended area of land
  113. tractable
    easily managed
  114. traduce
    speak unfavorably about
  115. trait
    a distinguishing feature of your personal nature
  116. trajectory
    the path followed by an object moving through space
  117. trammel
    place limits on extent or access
  118. tramp
    travel on foot, especially on a walking expedition
  119. trample
    tread or stomp heavily or roughly
  120. trance
    a psychological state induced by a magical incantation
  121. tranquillity
    an untroubled state, free from disturbances
  122. transcend
    go beyond the scope or limits of
  123. transcendent
    exceeding or surpassing usual limits
  124. transcendental
    existing outside of or not in accordance with nature
  125. transcribe
    write out, as from speech or notes
  126. transfigure
    completely change the nature or appearance of
  127. transgress
    act in disregard of laws, rules, contracts, or promises
  128. transgression
    the violation of a law or a duty or moral principle
  129. transient
    lasting a very short time
  130. transition
    the act of passing from one state or place to the next
  131. transitory
    lasting a very short time
  132. translucent
    allowing light to pass through diffusely
  133. transmute
    change or alter in form, appearance, or nature
  134. transparent
    able to be seen through with clarity
  135. transpire
    come about, happen, or occur
  136. transport
    move something or somebody around
  137. transpose
    change the order or arrangement of
  138. trappings
    ornaments; embellishments to or characteristic signs of
  139. traumatic
    psychologically painful
  140. travail
    use of physical or mental energy; hard work
  141. traverse
    journey across or pass over
  142. travesty
    a composition that imitates or misrepresents a style
  143. treacherous
    dangerously unstable and unpredictable
  144. tread
    put down, place, or press the foot
  145. treasure
    any possession that is highly valued by its owner
  146. treasurer
    an officer charged with receiving and disbursing funds
  147. treatise
    a formal text that treats a particular topic systematically
  148. treaty
    a written agreement between two states or sovereigns
  149. trek
    any long and difficult trip
  150. tremendous
    extraordinarily large in extent or amount or power
  151. tremor
    an involuntary vibration, as if from illness or fear
  152. tremulous
    quivering as from weakness or fear
  153. trenchant
    having keenness and forcefulness and penetration in thought
  154. trend
    a general tendency to change, as of opinion
  155. trepidation
    a feeling of alarm or dread
  156. trespass
    enter unlawfully on someone's property
  157. tribulation
    an annoying or frustrating or catastrophic event
  158. tribunal
    an assembly to conduct judicial business
  159. tribune
    an ancient Roman official elected by the plebeians
  160. tribute
    something given or done as an expression of esteem
  161. trickle
    run or flow slowly, as in drops or in an unsteady stream
  162. trickster
    someone who plays practical jokes on others
  163. trident
    a spear with three prongs
  164. trifle
    a detail that is considered insignificant
  165. trifling
    not worth considering
  166. trigger
    lever that activates the firing mechanism of a gun
  167. trilogy
    a set of three literary or dramatic works related in subject
  168. trim
    make a reduction in
  169. trinket
    a small cheap ornament, knickknack, or piece of jewelry
  170. trite
    repeated too often; overfamiliar through overuse
  171. triumph
    a successful ending of a struggle or contest
  172. trivia
    something of small importance
  173. trivial
    (informal) small and of little importance
  174. trophy
    something given as a token of victory
  175. troth
    a solemn pledge of fidelity
  176. trough
    a long narrow shallow receptacle
  177. troupe
    an organization of performers and associated personnel
  178. truant
    one who is absent from school without permission
  179. truce
    a state of peace agreed to between opponents
  180. truculence
    stubborn and defiant aggressiveness
  181. truculent
    defiantly aggressive
  182. trudge
    walk heavily and firmly, as when weary, or through mud
  183. truism
    an obvious statement of fact
  184. truncate
    make shorter as if by cutting off
  185. trunk
    the main stem of a tree
  186. truss
    a rigid framework of beams that supports a structure
  187. tryst
    a secret rendezvous, especially a romantic one
  188. tumid
    abnormally distended especially by fluids or gas
  189. tumult
    a state of commotion and noise and confusion
  190. writ
    a legal document issued by a court or judicial officer
  191. tundra
    a vast treeless plain where subsoil is permanently frozen
  192. turbid
    clouded as with sediment
  193. turbulence
    instability in the atmosphere
  194. turbulent
    characterized by unrest or disorder or insubordination
  195. tureen
    a large deep serving dish with a cover
  196. turgid
    ostentatiously lofty in style
  197. turmoil
    a violent disturbance
  198. turncoat
    a disloyal person who betrays or deserts a cause
  199. turpitude
    a corrupt or depraved or degenerate act or practice
  200. turquoise
    a shade of blue tinged with green
  201. turret
    a small tower extending above a building
  202. tutelage
    attention and management implying responsibility for safety
  203. tutelary
    providing protective supervision
  204. tutor
    a person who gives private instruction
  205. tycoon
    a very wealthy or powerful businessperson
  206. typhoon
    a tropical cyclone in the western Pacific or Indian oceans
  207. typo
    a mistake in printed matter
  208. tyranny
    government in which the ruler is an absolute dictator
  209. tyro
    someone new to a field or activity
  210. ubiquitous
    being present everywhere at once
  211. ugly
    displeasing to the sense of sight
  212. ulcer
    an inflammatory lesion resulting in decay of tissue
  213. ulterior
    lying beyond what is openly revealed or avowed
  214. ultimate
    furthest or highest in degree or order; utmost or extreme
  215. ultimatum
    a final peremptory demand
  216. umbrage
    a feeling of anger caused by being offended
  217. unaccountable
    not to be explained
  218. unanimity
    everyone being of one mind
  219. unassailable
    impossible to attack
  220. xenophobia
    a fear of foreigners or strangers
  221. unassuming
    not arrogant
  222. unavailing
    producing no result or effect
  223. unbridled
    not restrained or controlled
  224. uncanny
    surpassing the ordinary or normal
  225. unceremonious
    without ceremony or formality
  226. unconscionable
    greatly exceeding bounds of reason or moderation
  227. uncouth
    lacking refinement or cultivation or taste
  228. unction
    anointing as part of a religious ceremony or healing ritual
  229. unctuous
    unpleasantly and excessively suave or ingratiating
  230. underbid
    bid at less than the strength of the hand warrants
  231. underdog
    one who is at a disadvantage and expected to lose
  232. undergird
    make secure underneath
  233. underhand
    marked by deception
  234. underlying
    in the nature of something though not readily apparent
  235. undermine
    weaken or impair, especially gradually
  236. underscore
    give extra weight to
  237. understate
    represent as less significant or important
  238. undertaker
    one whose business is the management of funerals
  239. undulate
    move in a wavy pattern or with a rising and falling motion
  240. yarn
    a fine cord of twisted fibers used in sewing and weaving
  241. unearth
    recover through digging
  242. unearthly
    suggesting the operation of supernatural influences
  243. unencumbered
    free of anything that impedes or is burdensome
  244. unequivocal
    admitting of no doubt or misunderstanding
  245. unerringly
    without making errors
  246. unexceptionable
    completely acceptable; not open to reproach
  247. unexceptional
    not special in any way
  248. unfaltering
    marked by firm determination or resolution; not shakable
  249. unfeigned
    not pretended; sincerely felt or expressed
  250. yen
    the basic unit of money in Japan
  251. unflappable
    not easily perturbed, excited, or upset
  252. unfledged
    young and inexperienced
  253. unfrock
    divest of the frock; of church officials
  254. ungainly
    lacking grace in movement or posture
  255. unguent
    preparation applied externally as a remedy or for soothing
  256. uniformity
    the quality of lacking diversity or variation
  257. unilateral
    involving only one part or side
  258. unimpeachable
    beyond doubt or reproach
  259. uninhibited
    not restrained
  260. yeoman
    a free man who cultivates his own land
  261. unique
    the single one of its kind
  262. unison
    the state of corresponding exactly
  263. universal
    applicable to or common to all members of a group or set
  264. unkempt
    not properly maintained or cared for
  265. unlettered
    having little acquaintance with writing
  266. unmitigated
    not diminished or moderated in intensity or severity
  267. unobtrusive
    not undesirably noticeable
  268. unpalatable
    not pleasant or acceptable to the taste or mind
  269. unprecedented
    novel; having no earlier occurrence
  270. unprepossessing
    creating an unfavorable or neutral first impression
  271. unpretentious
    not behaving in an artificial way to impress others; natural
  272. unravel
    become or cause to become undone by separating the fibers of
  273. unregenerate
    not reformed morally or spiritually
  274. unrequited
    not returned in kind
  275. unruly
    unable to be governed or controlled
  276. unsavory
    morally offensive
  277. unscathed
    not injured
  278. unseemly
    not in keeping with accepted standards of what is proper
  279. unsightly
    unpleasant to look at
  280. untenable
    incapable of being defended or justified
  281. untold
    of an incalculable amount
  282. untoward
    not in keeping with accepted standards of what is proper
  283. untutored
    lacking in schooling
  284. unwarranted
    incapable of being justified or explained
  285. unwieldy
    difficult to use or handle because of size or weight
  286. unwitting
    not aware or knowing
  287. unwonted
    out of the ordinary
  288. upbraid
    express criticism towards
  289. uphold
    stand up for; stick up for; of causes, principles, or ideals
  290. upright
    in a vertical position; not sloping
  291. uproar
    a state of commotion and noise and confusion
  292. uproarious
    uncontrollably noisy
  293. upset
    cause to lose one's composure
  294. upshot
    a phenomenon that is caused by some previous phenomenon
  295. urbane
    showing a high degree of refinement
  296. urchin
    a poor and often mischievous city child
  297. urge
    urge or force in an indicated direction
  298. urgent
    compelling immediate action
  299. ursine
    of or relating to or similar to bears
  300. usage
    the act of employing
  301. usurp
    seize and take control without authority
  302. usury
    the act of lending money at an exorbitant rate of interest
  303. utopia
    ideally perfect state
  304. utter
    without qualification
  305. uxorious
    foolishly fond of or submissive to your wife
  306. vaccinate
    produce immunity in by inoculation
  307. vacillate
    be undecided about something
  308. vacillation
    indecision in speech or action
  309. vacuous
    devoid of matter
  310. vagabond
    a wanderer with no established residence or means of support
  311. vagary
    an unexpected and inexplicable change in something
  312. vagrant
    a wanderer with no established residence or means of support
  313. vain
    having an exaggerated sense of self-importance
  314. vainglorious
    feeling self-importance
  315. valediction
    a farewell oration
  316. valedictory
    a farewell oration
  317. valiant
    having or showing heroism or courage
  318. valid
    well grounded in logic or truth or having legal force
  319. validate
    confirm the legal force of
  320. valor
    courage when facing danger
  321. valorous
    having or showing the qualities of a hero or heroine
  322. vampire
    a corpse rising at night to drink the blood of the living
  323. vanguard
    the leading units moving at the head of an army
  324. vanquish
    defeat in a competition, race, or conflict
  325. vantage
    place or situation affording some benefit
  326. vapid
    lacking significance or liveliness or spirit or zest
  327. vapor
    a visible suspension in the air of particles of a substance
  328. vaporize
    turn into gas
  329. variegate
    make something more diverse and varied
  330. variegated
    having an assortment of colors
  331. varnish
    a coating that provides a hard, lustrous finish to a surface
  332. vassal
    a person who owes allegiance and service to a feudal lord
  333. vaunt
    show off
  334. yield
    give or supply
  335. veer
    turn sharply; change direction abruptly
  336. vegetate
    produce plant life
  337. vehement
    marked by extreme intensity of emotions or convictions
  338. velocity
    distance traveled per unit time in one direction
  339. venal
    capable of being corrupted
  340. vendetta
    a blood feud between members of opposing parties
  341. vendor
    someone who exchanges goods or services for money
  342. veneer
    coating consisting of a thin layer of wood
  343. venerable
    profoundly honored
  344. venerate
    regard with feelings of respect and reverence
  345. veneration
    a feeling of profound respect for someone or something
  346. venial
    warranting only temporal punishment
  347. venison
    meat from a deer used as food
  348. venom
    toxin secreted by animals
  349. vent
    a hole for the escape of gas, air, or liquid
  350. ventilate
    furnish with an opening to allow air to circulate or escape
  351. ventral
    toward or on or near the belly
  352. ventriloquist
    a performer who projects the voice into a wooden dummy
  353. venture
    an undertaking with an uncertain outcome
  354. venturesome
    disposed to take risks
  355. venue
    the scene of any event or action
  356. veracious
    habitually speaking the truth
  357. veracity
    unwillingness to tell lies
  358. verbal
    of or relating to or formed from words in general
  359. verbalize
    express in speech
  360. verbatim
    using exactly the same words
  361. verbiage
    overabundance of words
  362. verbose
    using or containing too many words
  363. verdant
    characterized by abundance of vegetation and green foliage
  364. verdigris
    a green patina that forms on copper or brass or bronze
  365. verge
    the limit beyond which something happens or changes
  366. verisimilar
    appearing to be true or real
  367. verisimilitude
    the appearance of truth; the quality of seeming to be true
  368. veritable
    not counterfeit or copied
  369. verity
    conformity to reality or actuality
  370. vernacular
    the everyday speech of the people
  371. vernal
    suggestive of youth; vigorous and fresh
  372. versatile
    having great diversity or variety
  373. vertebrate
    animals having a bony or cartilaginous skeleton
  374. vertex
    the highest point of something
  375. vertigo
    a reeling sensation; a feeling that you are about to fall
  376. verve
    an energetic style
  377. vestige
    an indication that something has been present
  378. veto
    a vote that blocks a decision
  379. vex
    disturb, especially by minor irritations
  380. vexation
    anger produced by some annoying irritation
  381. viable
    capable of life or normal growth and development
  382. viand
    a choice or delicious dish
  383. vibrant
    vigorous and animated
  384. vicar
    a Catholic priest who acts for a higher-ranking clergyman
  385. vicarious
    experienced at secondhand
  386. vicissitude
    a variation in circumstances or fortune
  387. victuals
    a source of food or nourishment
  388. vie
    compete for something
  389. vigil
    a purposeful surveillance to guard or observe
  390. vigilance
    the process of paying close and continuous attention
  391. vigilant
    carefully observant or attentive
  392. vigilante
    a person who takes the law into his or her own hands
  393. vignette
    a brief literary description
  394. vigor
    forceful exertion
  395. vigorous
    characterized by forceful and energetic action or activity
  396. vile
    morally reprehensible
  397. vilify
    spread negative information about
  398. vindicate
    show to be right by providing justification or proof
  399. vindictive
    disposed to seek revenge or intended for revenge
  400. vintner
    someone who sells wine
  401. violate
    fail to agree with; go against
  402. viper
    a venomous Old World snake
  403. virago
    a noisy or scolding or domineering woman
  404. virile
    characteristic of a man
  405. virtual
    being actually such in almost every respect
  406. virtue
    the quality of doing what is right
  407. virtuoso
    someone who is dazzlingly skilled in any field
  408. virulent
    extremely poisonous or injurious; producing venom
  409. virus
    infectious agent that replicates itself within living hosts
  410. visage
    the human face
  411. visceral
    relating to or affecting the internal organs
  412. viscid
    having the sticky properties of an adhesive
  413. viscous
    having a relatively high resistance to flow
  414. vise
    a holding device attached to a workbench
  415. vision
    the ability to see
  416. visionary
    a person with unusual powers of foresight
  417. vital
    performing an essential function in the living body
  418. vitiate
    make imperfect
  419. vitreous
    relating to or resembling or derived from glass
  420. vitriolic
    harsh, bitter, or malicious in tone
  421. vituperate
    spread negative information about
  422. vituperative
    marked by harshly abusive criticism
  423. vivacious
    vigorous and animated
  424. vivid
    having striking color
  425. vivisection
    the act of operating on living animals
  426. vixen
    a female fox
  427. vociferous
    conspicuously and offensively loud
  428. vogue
    a current state of general acceptance and use
  429. volatile
    liable to lead to sudden change or violence
  430. volition
    the act of making a choice
  431. volley
    rapid simultaneous discharge of firearms
  432. volubility
    the quality of being facile in speech and writing
  433. voluble
    marked by a ready flow of speech
  434. voluminous
    large in capacity or bulk
  435. voluptuous
    displaying luxury and furnishing gratification to the senses
  436. voodoo
    (Haiti) followers of a religion that involves witchcraft and animistic deities
  437. voracious
    devouring or craving food in great quantities
  438. vortex
    a powerful circular current of water
  439. vouch
    give personal assurance; guarantee
  440. vouchsafe
    grant in a condescending manner
  441. voyeur
    a viewer who enjoys seeing the sex acts or organs of others
  442. vulgar
    of or associated with the great masses of people
  443. vulnerable
    capable of being wounded or hurt
  444. vulpine
    resembling or characteristic of a fox
  445. vulture
    a large diurnal bird of prey feeding chiefly on carrion
  446. yoke
    a wooden frame across the shoulders for carrying buckets
  447. wade
    walk through relatively shallow water
  448. waffle
    a batter cake baked and pressed between two patterned metal plates
  449. waft
    a long flag; often tapering
  450. wag
    a movement from side to side
  451. wage
    payment for work
  452. waggish
    witty or joking
  453. waif
    a homeless child especially one forsaken or orphaned
  454. waive
    do without or cease to hold or adhere to
  455. wake
    stop sleeping
  456. wallow
    roll around
  457. wan
    pale, as of a person's complexion
  458. wanderlust
    very strong or irresistible impulse to travel
  459. wane
    a gradual decline (in size or strength or power or number)
  460. wangle
    accomplishing something by scheming or trickery
  461. wanton
    a lewd or immoral person
  462. warble
    sing or play with trills
  463. ward
    a person who is under the protection of another
  464. warmonger
    a person who advocates militaristic policies
  465. warp
    bend or twist out of shape
  466. warrant
    formal and explicit approval
  467. yokel
    a person who is not intelligent or interested in culture
  468. warranty
    written assurance that a product or service will be provided
  469. warren
    a colony of rabbits
  470. wary
    marked by keen caution and watchful prudence
  471. wastrel
    someone who squanders resources or time
  472. waver
    pause or hold back in uncertainty or unwillingness
  473. wax
    substance solid at normal temperature and insoluble in water
  474. waylay
    wait in hiding to attack
  475. wean
    gradually deprive of mother's milk
  476. weary
    physically and mentally fatigued
  477. weather
    atmospheric conditions such as temperature and precipitation
  478. weave
    pattern or structure of a fabric
  479. weigh
    have a certain heft
  480. weird
    strikingly odd or unusual
  481. well-bred
    of good upbringing
  482. welt
    a raised mark on the skin
  483. welter
    a confused multitude of things
  484. wend
    direct one's course or way
  485. wheedle
    influence or urge by gentle urging, caressing, or flattering
  486. whelp
    young of any of various canines such as a dog or wolf
  487. whet
    sharpen by rubbing
  488. whiff
    a short light gust of air
  489. whim
    an odd or fanciful or capricious idea
  490. whimsical
    determined by chance or impulse rather than by necessity
  491. whimsy
    an odd or fanciful or capricious idea
  492. whine
    a complaint uttered in a plaintive way
  493. whinny
    the characteristic sounds made by a horse
  494. whit
    a tiny or scarcely detectable amount
  495. whittle
    cut small bits or pare shavings from
  496. wholesome
    characteristic of physical or moral well-being
  497. wield
    handle effectively
  498. wieldy
    easy to handle or use or manage
  499. wince
    draw back, as with fear or pain
  500. winch
    a lifting device consisting of a cylinder turned by a crank
Created on Thu Sep 12 03:48:04 EDT 2013 (updated Thu Sep 12 03:48:36 EDT 2013)

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