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The Simpsons S23E1: English vocabulary

Season 23, Episode 1AnimationComedy

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  • whiffing

    Word

    moving or drifting out in small puffs or wisps

  • whir

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

  • creasing

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    the process of becoming wrinkled or folded

  • neigh

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    to make the high sound a horse makes

  • jaunty

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    cheerful, lively, and confident in a slightly stylish way

  • bedspread

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    a decorative cover for a bed

  • stomaching

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    the present participle of stomach

  • gurgle

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    to make a bubbling sound while moving through liquid

  • muffle

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    to make a sound quieter or less clear

  • dramatization

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    the act of turning a story, event, or situation into a play, film, or other dramatic work

  • gravelly

    Word

    having a rough, scratchy sound, especially a voice

  • tush

    Word

    buttocks

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  • tipsy

    Word

    slightly drunk

  • insolence

    Word

    rude behavior that shows no respect for other people

  • harmonize

    Word

    to make different things fit together better

  • unassuming

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    modest and not trying to attract attention

  • mooned

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

  • grumble

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    to complain quietly in an annoyed way

  • patter

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    a light tapping or rustling sound

  • silvering

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    the process of turning silver in color

  • rhythmically

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    in a steady, regular rhythm

  • whimper

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

  • aloof

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    not friendly or involved with other people; distant and reserved

  • whiff

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    a brief smell that you notice for a moment

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  • retinal

    Word

    relating to the retina, the light-sensitive part of the eye

  • prizing

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    to value something very highly

  • abler

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    more able or skilled than someone or something else

  • courteous

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    polite and respectful toward other people

  • urinate

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    to pass urine from the body

  • unspeakable

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    too strong, painful, or shocking to describe in words

  • crackling

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    the sound of many short, sharp pops or snaps

  • squeal

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    to make a long, high-pitched cry or noise

  • honk

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

  • surveying

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    the work of measuring land and recording its features, often for a map or building plan

  • crease

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    a line or fold made by pressing or bending something

  • armpit

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    the hollow under your shoulder where your arm joins your body

  • boning

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    the process of removing bones from meat or fish

  • fanfare

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    a short, loud piece of music played on brass instruments, often to announce someone or something important

  • squeak

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    to make a short, high-pitched sound

  • cocking

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    the act of pulling back a gun’s hammer or firing mechanism

  • groan

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

  • carding

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    the process of combing and separating wool or other fibers

  • screech

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    a loud, harsh, high-pitched sound

  • fresco

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    a painting made on wet plaster, usually on a wall or ceiling

  • eyeball

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    the round part of the eye

  • chops

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    the sides of the face below the eyes

  • breaded

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    covered with breadcrumbs or a similar coating before cooking

  • cranky

    Word

    bad-tempered, easily annoyed, or in a bad mood

  • whiz

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    a person who is very skilled at something

  • straining

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    the act of pulling something tight

  • eyelid

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    the fold of skin that opens and closes over the eye

  • shiver

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    to shake slightly because you are cold, scared, or excited

  • nipple

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    the small round part on a person's chest that milk comes from in women and some female animals

  • gee whiz

    Phrase

    very impressive or exciting

  • valiant

    Word

    showing courage and determination

  • hereby

    Word

    using these words or actions to make something official

  • hard on

    Phrase

    A strong sexual desire for someone

  • benevolent

    Word

    kind and wanting to help other people

  • distort

    Word

    to change the shape of something so it looks twisted or unclear

  • orchestral

    Word

    relating to an orchestra

  • kill me

    Phrase

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

  • giggle

    Word

    to laugh quietly in a nervous, shy, or silly way

  • hallelujah

    Word

    used to express praise, joy, or relief

  • manly

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    showing qualities such as strength, courage, or confidence that are traditionally seen as masculine

  • wheeling

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    the act of moving something on wheels

  • foil

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    to stop something from succeeding

  • speak of

    Phrase

    to indicate or suggest something

  • umpire

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    an official who makes decisions in a game such as cricket or baseball

  • coupon

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    a paper or digital voucher that gives you a discount

  • indulge

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    to let yourself enjoy something, especially something you like but may not need

  • channeling

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    the act of directing energy, money, or attention into something

  • rumbling

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    a deep, low, continuous sound

  • jarring

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    causing a sudden unpleasant feeling because it does not fit well with what is around it

  • gunning

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    to shoot and kill someone with a gun

  • implant

    Word

    to place a medical device inside the body by surgery

  • Fourth of July

    Phrase

    the U.S. holiday on July 4, celebrating American independence

  • point taken

    Phrase

    a polite way of saying you understand and accept someone’s point

  • rattle

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    a series of short, sharp sounds

  • my man

    Phrase

    a friendly way to address a man or show approval or excitement

  • horribly

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    to a very bad or unpleasant degree

  • chuckle

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    to laugh quietly

  • sounder

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    a group of wild boars

  • thundering

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    making a loud, deep, rumbling sound

  • chilled

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    kept cold, especially in a refrigerator or with ice

  • secret Santa

    Phrase

    a Christmas gift exchange where each person gives a present to one randomly chosen person

  • major league

    Phrase

    the highest level of competition in a sport

  • beet

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    the edible root of a plant with dark red or purple flesh

  • can't help

    Phrase

    to be unable to stop yourself from doing something

  • gravy

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    a sauce made from meat juices, often thickened

  • walk on

    Phrase

    to come onto the stage in a performance

  • grunt

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

  • sen

    Word

    a unit of money used in Brunei, equal to 100 cents

  • bossed

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    to give someone orders in a rude or controlling way

  • put in

    Phrase

    to submit something, such as a request or application

  • gasp

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

  • obsolete

    Word

    no longer modern, useful, or in use

  • like that

    Phrase

    used to refer to something similar to the thing just mentioned

  • turn on

    Phrase

    to depend on something; to be decided by something

  • pant

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

  • deserving

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    deserving praise, help, or respect

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