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disfigured

having a physical appearance that is deeply, completely, or permanently spoiled, damaged, or deformed, especially on the face.

to snatch

To take, grab, or pull something away suddenly and roughly.

agape

an unconditional, selfless form of love, or having the mouth wide open in surprise

agitation

a state of feeling restless, anxious, or upset.

to amass

to gather, collect, or accumulate a large amount of some

apparent

easy to see, clear to the mind, or seeming to be true based on initial evidence even if it is not prove

attain

to reach, achieve, or succeed in getting something, usually after a lot of effort or natural growth

barnyard

an enclosed or open area of ground next to or surrounding a barn on a farm, often fenced to keep animals safe.

bowels

the long, tube-shaped organs in the abdomen—the small and large intestines—that digest food and remove solid waste from the body.

Brass (slang)

High-ranking officials in the military or corporate leadership

carrion

death in the rotten flesh of animal

chic

stylish, fashionable, and sophisticated

to chuck

to throw or toss something carelessly

to cling

to hold fast, stick tightly to something, or stay physically or emotionally close to a person or idea

Coaxingly

doing something in a gentle, persuasive way through kindness, patience, flattery, or smooth talk

to concede

to admit something is true, often unwillingly after first resisting it, or to yield defeat

conformity

the act of changing your behavior, beliefs, or attitudes to match the norms of a group or society

contorted

twisted, bent, or strained into an unnatural shape or form

crevasse

a deep, open crack, fissure, or fracture in a glacier or ice sheet

crimson

a deep, rich shade of red that has a slight purple or bluish tint

cupped palms

the inner surfaces of the hands curved and held slightly hollow or concave, resembling the shape of a small bowl or cup

daredevil

a person who does dangerous things and takes high risks, often for excitement, attention, or as a professional stunt performer

death-wreaking

causing death, destruction, or fatal harm

detachment

the act of separating something, a state of being emotionally unengaged or objective, or a small military unit sent on a special mission

dilapitated

an adjective that describes a building, vehicle, or object in very poor condition because of age, wear, or neglect

dissemination

the act of spreading or distributing something—such as information, knowledge, news, or ideas—widely to a large group of people

distinct

clearly different, separate, or easily noticed by the senses

to don

to put on an item of clothing, gear, or an ornament

dwarf

a person, animal, or plant of unusually small size, a legendary creature from folklore, or a relatively small star in astronomy

egalitarianism

a political and social philosophy based on the belief that all people are equal in fundamental worth, moral status, and rights

emaciated

an adjective that describes a person or animal who is abnormally thin, weak, or skeletal due to severe hunger, malnutrition, or prolonged illness

to embelish

to make something more attractive or interesting by adding extra details, decorative features, or exaggerated facts

enamelled

covered, decorated, or protected with a layer of enamel

enmity

a deep-seated, often mutual feeling of hatred, ill will, or hostility toward someone or something

entrails

the internal organs of a human or an animal, especially the intestines and organs within the abdominal cavity

erstwhile

former, previous, or in the past

to fend

to look after yourself without help or to push away something dangerous or unpleasant

to fizzle

powolne gaszenie, zanikanie lub kończenie się czegoś w rozczarowujący sposób po obiecującym początku

fratenization

the act of forming a friendly, social, or intimate relationship with someone, especially when those ties cross professional, hierarchical, or adversarial boundaries

to frown

to bring your eyebrows together and turn the corners of your mouth downward to show annoyance, worry, sadness, or deep concentration

gland

a cell, tissue, or organ in animals and plants that makes and releases specific substances needed by the organism

haggard

an adjective that describes someone looking exhausted, worn, or gaunt, typically due to lack of sleep, illness, worry, or prolonged suffering

hermit

a person who lives alone and apart from society

hindrance

a person, thing, or action that makes it difficult to do something, complete a task, or make progress

hoe

traditional gardening and agricultural hand tool with a long handle and a flat metal blade, used for shaping soil, clearing weeds, and harvesting root crops

to illuminate

to lit up with light, decorated with ornamental lights, or adorned with gold, silver, and bright colors

inexorably

happening in a way that is impossible to stop, avoid, or change

interdiction

the act of stopping, prohibiting, or intercepting something or someone before they reach their destination

inundated

flooded with water or overwhelmed by a huge number of things at once

irrepresible

impossible to stop, hold back, control, or restrain

to lather

to cover with or produce a foamy mass of bubbles from soap and water, or to become covered in sweat

latter

adjective or noun that refers to the second of two people, things, or options previously mentioned (as the opposite of "former"), or something happening near the end of a period of time

limb

an arm or a leg of a person or animal, or a large primary branch of a tree

lymph

clear, watery fluid that flows through the lymphatic system, collecting extra fluid, waste, and harmful germs from body tissues and returning them to the blood

manure

organic matter—mostly animal feces and urine mixed with bedding like straw—used as a natural fertilizer to enrich soil and help plants grow

to metastasise

when cancer cells are spreading from the original (primary) tumor to other parts of the body to form new secondary tumors

midst

the middle part, center, or the condition of being surrounded by a group of people, things, or an ongoing event

muzzle

the nose and jaws of an animal

onslaught

a very powerful, violent, and forceful attack, or a large, overwhelming influx of something difficult to deal with

perverted

unnatural, immoral, or deviating greatly from what is normal, right, or accepted

piteous

something causing or deserving deep sadness, sympathy, or pity

to plunge

to move, fall, or thrust suddenly and rapidly downward, forward, or deep into something

punitive

an adjective that means intended to inflict punishment or penalize someone. It also describes costs, taxes, or tariffs that are excessively high and meant to restrict or discourage an activity

radials

lines, parts, or signals that stretch straight out from a central point like spokes on a wheel or rays of light

rife

very common, widespread, or happening a lot, usually describing negative or unpleasant things.

rivulets

very small streams or thin, flowing lines of water and other liquids

screech

a loud, unpleasant, and high-pitched noise

scruff

the loose skin or back of a person's or animal's neck

searing

an adjective that describes something extremely hot, intensely sharp like a burn, or powerfully critical

to seep

to flow, leak, or move slowly through small openings, pores, or a porous substance

shenanigans

secret or dishonest activity, or playful, mischievous mischief and silly behavior