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What does the word 'mawkish' mean?

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Excessively sentimental or emotional, often in a way that is considered exaggerated or sickly.

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Use 'mawkish' in a sentence correctly.

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She was very mawkish when she saw a bird die and she cried.

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What does 'languid' mean?

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Lacking energy; weak; showing little interest in everything.

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Use 'languid' in a sentence correctly.

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After the long hike, I felt languid and needed to rest.

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What does 'intrepid' mean?

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Fearless; bold.

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Use 'intrepid' in a sentence correctly.

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The intrepid explorer ventured into the uncharted jungle.

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What does 'gullible' mean?

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Easily deceived or tricked.

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Use 'gullible' in a sentence correctly.

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My sister told me to go outside for ice cream and when I did she told me I was too gullible.

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What is an example of a sentence using 'exodus'?

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The exodus of people from the city during the storm was unprecedented.

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What does 'travail' mean?

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Painful or laborious effort.