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The Simpsons S22E22: English vocabulary

Season 22, Episode 22AnimationComedy

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  • whir

    Word

    to make a low, steady sound like a small machine or insect

  • skimp

    Word

    to use less of something than you should, especially money, time, or effort

  • sanctimonious

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    showing off a false sense of moral superiority

  • sputter

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    to make a series of short, soft explosive sounds

  • rehire

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    to hire someone again after they have left a job

  • tumbleweed

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    a dry plant that breaks off at the root and rolls along in the wind

  • bleacher

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    a set of long seats or benches for spectators at a sports field or other event

  • smooch

    Word

    a kiss, especially a quick or affectionate one

  • tormenting

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    causing someone to feel great pain or suffering

  • bobbin

    Word

    a small spool that holds thread, yarn, or wire

  • clamor

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    a loud, confused noise made by a crowd of people

  • snicker

    Word

    to laugh quietly in a way you try to hide

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  • prude

    Word

    a person who is too easily shocked by sex or rude behavior

  • foxed

    Word

    stained or discolored with brown spots, especially from age or dampness

  • racy

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    slightly sexual or indecent in a way that is meant to attract attention

  • grumble

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    to complain quietly in an annoyed way

  • welcomer

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    a person whose job or role is to welcome and help guests or newcomers

  • leavings

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    things that are left over after something is used, eaten, or finished

  • whimper

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    to make quiet, weak sounds because you are scared, hurt, or upset

  • clouding

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    the act or process of becoming less clear or transparent

  • jingling

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    making a light, clear ringing sound

  • nibble

    Word

    to take small bites of something

  • workday

    Word

    a day when you work, especially one that is not a weekend or holiday

  • spook

    Word

    a ghost or spirit, especially in stories or jokes

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  • squeal

    Word

    to make a long, high-pitched cry or noise

  • creak

    Word

    to make a harsh, high-pitched sound as it moves or is pressed

  • topple

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    to fall or make something fall over, especially suddenly

  • evener

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    something that makes a surface, line, or shape even or level

  • armpit

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    the hollow under your shoulder where your arm joins your body

  • munch

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    to eat something in a noisy or casual way

  • hissing

    Word

    making a long, sharp s sound

  • puma

    Word

    a large wild cat from the Americas

  • hammock

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    a hanging bed made of rope or fabric, used for resting or sleeping

  • whoop

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    to shout loudly because you are excited or happy

  • groan

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    to make a deep sound because of pain, sadness, or tiredness

  • limbo

    Word

    a state of uncertainty while you are waiting for a decision or result

  • carding

    Word

    the process of combing and separating wool or other fibers

  • possum

    Word

    a small to medium-sized marsupial from Australia or New Guinea

  • jerking

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    making quick, sharp movements

  • darn

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    to repair a hole in knitted cloth by sewing yarn through it

  • springing

    Word

    moving with quick, light jumps

  • whine

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    to complain in a high, annoying voice

  • pluck

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    to pull something off or out from where it grows or is attached

  • impolite

    Word

    not polite; rude

  • stork

    Word

    a large bird with long legs, a long bill, and broad wings, often seen near water

  • eat it

    Phrase

    to fall forward and land face first

  • truthful

    Word

    always telling the truth; honest

  • cheddar

    Word

    a firm, smooth cheese that is often pale orange or white

  • discreet

    Word

    careful about what you say or do, especially to keep something private

  • shotted

    Word

    past tense and past participle of shoot

  • pipe down

    Phrase

    to tell someone to be quiet

  • sob

    Word

    to cry in a noisy way with short, broken breaths

  • layering

    Word

    the use of several layers, especially in clothing

  • snore

    Word

    to breathe noisily while sleeping

  • disciplinary

    Word

    relating to rules, discipline, or punishment for breaking rules

  • weakly

    Word

    in a weak or feeble way

  • footstep

    Word

    the sound of someone walking, or one step in a walk

  • higher power

    Phrase

    God or another spiritual force that people believe controls what happens

  • crazy talk

    Phrase

    informal speech or ideas that seem silly, unrealistic, or not worth taking seriously

  • adventurous

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    willing to take risks and try new things

  • uncontrollable

    Word

    too strong or sudden to be controlled

  • cut to the chase

    Phrase

    to get to the main point quickly

  • chuckle

    Word

    to laugh quietly

  • sounder

    Word

    a group of wild boars

  • twinned

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    officially linked with another town, city, or organization

  • analogy

    Word

    a comparison between two things that are alike in some way, used to explain something

  • torment

    Word

    severe physical or mental suffering

  • sit on

    Phrase

    to delay dealing with something

  • the heck

    Phrase

    used in questions for emphasis, often to show surprise, anger, or impatience

  • rule on

    Phrase

    to make an official decision about a case or issue

  • alcoholism

    Word

    a strong dependence on alcohol that makes it hard to stop drinking

  • grunt

    Word

    a short, low sound made by a person or an animal

  • jingle

    Word

    a light ringing sound

  • put in

    Phrase

    to submit something, such as a request or application

  • gasp

    Word

    to take a quick breath in because you are surprised, shocked, or in pain

  • lullaby

    Word

    a quiet, gentle song sung to help a child fall asleep

  • like that

    Phrase

    used to refer to something similar to the thing just mentioned

  • in the first place

    Phrase

    at the beginning; originally

  • turn on

    Phrase

    to depend on something; to be decided by something

  • make some noise

    Phrase

    to cheer loudly and show excitement or support

  • moan

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    to make a long, low sound because of pain, sadness, or pleasure

  • pant

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    to breathe quickly and loudly, usually because you are tired or hot

  • drop in

    Phrase

    to visit someone briefly and informally

  • erupt

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    to explode or burst out suddenly, especially a volcano

  • the way

    Phrase

    as; in the same way that

  • hold up

    Phrase

    to support the weight of something so it does not fall

  • homer

    Word

    a home run

  • humiliate

    Word

    make someone feel ashamed, embarrassed, or foolish

  • bedded

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    past tense and past participle of bed

  • sew

    Word

    to join or repair something with thread and a needle

  • back in

    Phrase

    used to talk about an earlier time in the past

  • red hot

    Phrase

    a hot dog, especially in some U.S. dialects

  • drumming

    Word

    the act of playing drums

  • hymn

    Word

    a religious song of praise

  • staple

    Word

    a main or important thing, especially a food that is eaten often

  • stay at home

    Phrase

    used to describe a parent who stays at home to look after the family instead of working outside the home

  • coaster

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    a small object you put under a glass or cup to protect a table

  • whispering

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    the act of speaking very quietly, or the soft sound of someone speaking quietly

  • kind of

    Phrase

    to some extent; fairly

  • sigh

    Word

    to let out a long, deep breath that shows sadness, relief, tiredness, or frustration

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