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The Simpsons S23E17: English vocabulary

Season 23, Episode 17AnimationComedy

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  • overexpose

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    to expose photographic film or a digital image to too much light

  • whir

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

  • squeegee

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    a tool with a rubber edge used for wiping water off glass or smooth surfaces

  • besotted

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    strongly in love with or obsessed with someone or something

  • jabber

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    talk quickly and excitedly in a way that is hard to understand

  • slink

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    move quietly and secretly, often because you want to avoid being seen

  • jaunty

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    cheerful, lively, and confident in a slightly stylish way

  • forewarn

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    to warn someone before something bad or difficult happens

  • solarium

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    a room with large windows or glass walls that lets in a lot of sunlight

  • brandish

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    to wave something, especially a weapon, in a threatening way

  • swill

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    to drink something quickly or greedily

  • sinew

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    a tough band of tissue that connects muscles and bones

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  • blare

    Word

    to make a loud, harsh sound, or to make something do that

  • pizzicato

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    played by plucking the strings, not with a bow

  • raspy

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    having a rough, hoarse sound

  • automaton

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    a machine or model that moves or acts by itself, often in a lifelike way

  • scoff

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    to show that you think something is silly or not worth taking seriously

  • mimosa

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    a tropical plant with yellow flowers and leaves that fold up when touched or in low light

  • trapdoor

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    a small door in a floor, ceiling, or wall that opens to a hidden space

  • washout

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    a complete failure or disappointment

  • crepe

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    a very thin pancake, often served with sweet or savory fillings

  • snarling

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    making a low, angry sound with the teeth showing

  • mooned

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    to show your bare buttocks to someone as a joke or insult

  • naught

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    nothing; zero

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  • twittering

    Word

    the soft, repeated sound birds make

  • trumpeting

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    to make a loud cry like an elephant

  • squawk

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    to make a loud, harsh sound

  • stammer

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    to speak with pauses or repeated sounds because of difficulty controlling your speech

  • waning

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    to gradually become less strong, bright, or active

  • hounding

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    to keep bothering someone again and again, especially by following or questioning them

  • outboard

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    located on the outside of a boat's hull

  • awing

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    causing a feeling of wonder or great admiration

  • yelp

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    to make a short, sharp cry, especially in pain or surprise

  • gondola

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    a long, narrow boat used in Venice

  • cradling

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    holding something gently and protectively

  • abler

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    more able or skilled than someone or something else

  • ferment

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    to change sugar or other substances into alcohol, gas, or acid using yeast or bacteria

  • shudder

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    to shake slightly because you feel fear, horror, or disgust

  • shortcoming

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    a weakness or fault in someone or something

  • shriek

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    a loud, sharp cry

  • wail

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    to cry out in a long, high, sad sound

  • temps

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    short for a temporary worker

  • honk

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    to make a loud, harsh sound with a horn or voice

  • impediment

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    something that makes it hard to do something or slows you down

  • caricature

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    a picture or description that exaggerates someone’s features or behavior for comic effect

  • evener

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

  • brunch

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    a late morning meal that combines breakfast and lunch

  • despicable

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    very bad and deserving strong disapproval

  • illogical

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    not logical or reasonable

  • hissing

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    making a long, sharp s sound

  • boning

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    the process of removing bones from meat or fish

  • hiss

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    a sharp sibilant sound, like a snake or steam making a noise

  • narcotic

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    a drug that affects the mind or body, especially one that is illegal or used for pain relief

  • giddy

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    feeling dizzy and unsteady

  • scapegoat

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    a person who is blamed for other people's mistakes or problems

  • mutter

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    to speak quietly and unclearly, often because you are annoyed or upset

  • groan

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

  • gulp

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    to swallow food or drink quickly, often in a noisy way

  • coo

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    to make the soft sound that a pigeon or dove makes

  • plentiful

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    existing in large amounts; more than enough

  • geez

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    used to show surprise, annoyance, or frustration

  • motoring

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    a drive or trip in a car, especially for pleasure

  • jerking

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    making quick, sharp movements

  • screech

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    a loud, harsh, high-pitched sound

  • stripping

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    the act of removing a covering, layer, or clothes

  • keyed

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    locked with a key

  • yours truly

    Phrase

    a humorous way to sign off a letter or note

  • whine

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    to complain in a high, annoying voice

  • hulk

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    a large, heavy, awkward-looking person or thing

  • simulate

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    to copy the way something looks, sounds, or behaves

  • hitter

    Word

    a player who hits the ball in baseball or softball

  • It boy

    Phrase

    a young man who is very fashionable and widely talked about

  • jubilee

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    a special anniversary or celebration, especially a 50th anniversary

  • transformer

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    a device that changes the voltage of an alternating current

  • kill me

    Phrase

    a rude, exaggerated way of saying you are very annoyed or frustrated

  • weasel

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    a small, thin animal with a long body and short legs

  • irritate

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    make someone annoyed, impatient, or angry

  • toasting

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    the act of drinking a drink in honor of someone or something

  • growl

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    to make a low, rough sound, especially in anger or warning

  • melancholy

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    a feeling of sadness, often without a clear reason

  • designate

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    to officially choose someone for a job or role

  • snore

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    to breathe noisily while sleeping

  • mumble

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    to speak quietly and unclearly, so that it is hard to understand

  • dearly

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    in a way that shows strong love or care

  • man on

    Phrase

    a shout warning that an opponent is coming up behind you

  • rumbling

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    a deep, low, continuous sound

  • gunning

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    to shoot and kill someone with a gun

  • booting

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    the process of starting a computer

  • hydraulic

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    working by using the pressure of a liquid

  • fruiting

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    producing fruit

  • amend

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    to make small changes to a text, plan, or law

  • soaking

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    completely wet

  • with flying colors

    Phrase

    in a very successful way

  • heartless

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    showing no kindness or sympathy

  • pouch

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    a small soft bag or pocket for carrying things

  • crunch

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    to crush or bite something so it makes a loud, dry sound

  • find out

    Phrase

    to discover or learn something, especially by asking or checking

  • working hard or hardly working

    Phrase

    a joking question used to tease someone who seems to be doing little or no work

  • flying colours

    Phrase

    used to say that someone has succeeded very well

  • arming

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    the act of giving weapons to people or preparing them for fighting

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