W Flashcards

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Writhe

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To cause to twist or bend

To suffer acutely, as in pain or embarrassment

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Waffle

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To speak or write evasively
Prevaricated
To speak at length in vague or trivial manner

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Wince

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Make slight involuntary grimace (twisted expression on face) or flinch out of disgust or pain

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Winnow

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To rid of undesirable parts

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Wrath

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Extreme or violent rage
Extreme anger
Indignation
Vexation
Dudgeon
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Wheedled

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To be persuaded by flattery or guile

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Winsome

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Attractive or charming in a fresh, childlike, innocent or naive way

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Wax

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To gradually increase in size or intensity

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Whimsical

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Acting or behaving in capricious manner
Impulsive

Playful
Mischievous

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