earwig
a small insect with pincers at the back of its body
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NCIS S4E14: English vocabulary
Season 4, Episode 14CrimeDramaAction & Adventure
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throb
to beat or move with a strong, regular rhythm
levity
a lack of seriousness, often in a situation that needs care or respect
octane
a measure of how well a fuel resists knocking in an engine
foxed
stained or discolored with brown spots, especially from age or dampness
sphincter
a ring-shaped muscle that closes an opening in the body
rosewood
a hard, dark wood used for furniture and musical instruments
supersede
to replace something older, weaker, or less important
transcribe
to write down spoken words or sounds
leavings
things that are left over after something is used, eaten, or finished
infarction
a place in an organ or tissue where blood flow is blocked and the tissue dies
paragon
a person or thing that is a perfect example of a particular quality
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strapping
tall, strong, and healthy-looking
cuticle
the thin skin at the base of a fingernail or toenail
crass
rude, insensitive, and lacking good taste
outdo
to do better than someone or something else
virgo
the sixth sign of the zodiac, represented by the maiden
swerve
to turn or move suddenly to one side to avoid something
rigor
careful, exact, and thorough work or study
consummate
showing great skill and polish; excellent
mallard
a wild duck with a green head, common in many parts of the world
pining
full of longing or sadness for someone or something
saver
a person who saves money or resources
zulu
a member of a people from southern Africa