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Biphasic

consisting of 2 parts of phases.

Acerbic /əˈsɜː.bɪk/

used to describe something that is spoken or written in a way that is direct, clever, and cruel.

Astute

able to understand a situation quickly and see how to take advantage of it.

Culling

the selective removal, killing, or gathering of individuals (usually animals or plants) for a particular purpose.

Rife

widespread, common, or abundant, usually referring to unpleasant things.

e.g. this place is rife with fleas.

Reproach

to criticize someone, especially for not being successful or not doing what is expected.

Precarity

the state of being uncertain or likely to get worse.

e.g. job precarity makes planning difficult.

Pendulum

a device consisting of a weight on a stick or thread that moves from one side to the other, especially one that forms a part of some types of clocks.

Culprit

someone who has done something wrong.

Deviant

used to describe a person or behaviour that is not usual and is generally considered to be unacceptable.

Ubiquitous

seeming to be everywhere.

Glean

to collect information in small amounts and often with difficulty.

Invoke

to use a law in order to achieve something, or to mention something in order to explain something or to support your opinion or action.

e.g. she invoked her right to remain silent.

Depoliticisation

the action of causing something or someone to have no political connections.

Interstitial

relating to the space or time between things.

e.g. interstitial ads appeared between the game levels

Fervently

in a way that shows that your beliefs are strong and sincerely felt.

Druidism

an ancient Celtic spiritual tradition and a modern nature-based movement centered on reverence for the natural world, polytheism, and the pursuit of wisdom.

Bondage

the state of being another person's slave (= a person who is owned by them and has to work for them).

Quadruple

to become four times as big, or to multiply a number or amount by four.

Accredit

to officially recognize, accept, or approve of someone or something.

Distillery

a factory where strong alcoholic drinks are produced by the process of distilling.

Respite

a pause or rest from something difficult or unpleasant.

Soft-edged

a gradual, gentle transition between colors, shapes, or tones, rather than a sharp or distinct boundary.

Pablum

shallow, simplistic, or uninteresting ideas and writing that lack depth.

e.g. the speech was full of political pablum.

Earnest

serious and determined, especially too serious and unable to find your own actions funny.

Contemptibly

in a way that deserves no respect.

Moronic

very stupid.

Inexplicably

in a way that cannot be explained or understood.

Snappy

immediately effective in getting people’s attention or communicating an idea.

Demoralising

something that causes a person to lose hope, courage, confidence, or enthusiasm.

Reignite

to spark a new surge of emotion, passion, or debate that was dying down.

Whirlwind of

a rapid, chaotic, or intense series of events, emotions, or activities.

Scruffy

untidy and looking a little dirty.

Enhance

to improve the quality, amount, or strength of something.

Tabloid

(of or relating to) a type of popular newspaper with small pages that has many pictures and short, simple reports.

Loathsome

extremely unpleasant.

Ceremonially

performing an action in a formal, ritualistic, or solemn manner, typically as part of an official, religious, or traditional event.

Fellowship

a group of people or an organization with the same purpose.

Detractive

to tend to lessen, diminish, or belittle the value, importance, or reputation of something.

Faddish

something that is intensely fashionable or popular for a very short period, often in a superficial or passing way.

Alienate

to make someone feel that they are different and not part of a group.

Garner

to collect something, usually after much work or with difficulty.

Vile

unpleasant, immoral, and unacceptable.

To each their own

idiom meaning everyone has the right to their own preferences, tastes, opinions, or beliefs.

Gatekeeper

a person or entity who controls access to resources, information, opportunities, or communities.

Grouches

people who are habitually bad-tempered, irritable, and complain frequently.

Buffs

enthusiasts or fans.

e.g. movie buffs.

Make-work

unnecessary, unproductive, or trivial tasks assigned to employees to keep them occupied, usually to fill time rather than to achieve productive results.

The tide is slowly turning

a situation, trend, or fortune is gradually changing direction, usually shifting from a negative, unfavorable state to a positive or more favorable one.

Inertia

lack of activity or interest, or unwillingness to make an effort to do anything.

Groggy

weak and unable to think clearly or walk correctly, usually because of tiredness or illness.

Needlework

sewing, especially decorative sewing, done by hand with needle and thread.

Psyche

the mind, or the deepest thoughts, feelings, or beliefs of a person or group.

Apostle

someone who strongly supports a particular belief or political movement.

Entrust

to give someone a thing or a duty for which they are responsible.

Persecution

unfair or cruel treatment over a long period of time because of race, religion, or political beliefs.

Wouldn’t put my money on it

means that a person is not confident that something will happen or that someone will succeed.

Quirky

unusual in an attractive and interesting way.

Face the music

to accept the unpleasant consequences, criticism, or punishment for one's actions.

Fit as a fiddle

to be in excellent physical health, very strong, and in great shape.

Like a broken record.

to repeat the same thing over and over again, often in an annoying or tiresome way.