| Term | Definition |
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blistering |
very fast, so fast it creates heat (= very hot) |
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outspoken |
speaks out, often gives opinion publicly, especially when opinion is opposite to the government or some important people |
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devise |
make, create |
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gloomy |
sad, depressing, negative |
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watchdog |
an organisation that supervises others |
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dilemma |
difficult problem / problem with two choices |
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a stir |
trouble, unrest |
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candid |
open and honest |
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to opt |
decide to do, choose to do |
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sugarcoat |
make something seem nice |
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feted |
honored, given a lot of respect |
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intrepid |
brave |
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dispute |
argument, disagreement |
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deteriorate |
get worse, decline |
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violate |
break (a rule), go against |