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widespread destruction; great confusion or disorder; chaos
"The hurricane wreaked havoc on the coastal towns, destroying homes and businesses."
a danger or risk; something that poses a threat to safety
"Smoking is a serious health hazard that can lead to lung cancer and heart disease."
a slight obscuration of the lower atmosphere, typically caused by fine suspended particles; confusion
"The morning haze lifted gradually as the sun rose higher in the sky."
a title at the head of a page or section of a book; the direction or course being followed
"The newspaper article had a bold heading that immediately caught the reader's attention."
forward movement or progress, especially when this is slow or difficult
"Despite the challenges, the research team made significant headway in developing the new vaccine."
the faculty of perceiving sounds; a session in which testimony and arguments are heard
"The elderly man's hearing had deteriorated, so he needed to wear a hearing aid."
information received from other people that one cannot adequately substantiate; rumor
"The accusations were based on hearsay rather than concrete evidence or eyewitness testimony."
a vehicle for conveying the coffin at a funeral; a funeral car
"The black hearse slowly made its way to the cemetery, followed by a procession of mourners."
a place regarded in various religions as the abode of God and the angels; a place of eternal happiness
"Many people believe that good souls go to heaven after they pass away from this world."
a person legally entitled to the property or rank of another on that person's death
"The young prince was the rightful heir to the throne and would become king someday."
a place regarded in various religions as a spiritual realm of evil and suffering; an extremely unpleasant experience
"Working in the factory during summer was absolute hell due to the extreme heat."
a tiller or wheel for steering a ship or boat; a position of leadership or control
"The experienced captain took the helm and expertly navigated the ship through the storm."
a hard or padded protective hat worn by motorcyclists, construction workers, or soldiers
"The cyclist always wore a bright yellow helmet for safety and visibility while riding."
a person who is invited to visit someone's home or attend a particular social occasion
"We invited several guests to our wedding celebration last weekend."
advice or information aimed at resolving a problem or difficulty; leadership or direction
"The teacher provided valuable guidance to help students choose their career paths."
a feeling of having committed wrong or failed in an obligation; responsibility for wrongdoing
"She felt overwhelming guilt after forgetting her mother's birthday."
a deep inlet of the sea almost surrounded by land; a wide gap or difference between people or groups
"The Persian Gulf is an important waterway for international shipping and oil transport."
a sudden strong rush of wind; a sudden burst or outburst of feeling
"A powerful gust of wind knocked over the outdoor umbrellas at the cafe."
a settled or regular tendency or practice, especially one that is hard to give up
"Reading before bedtime has become a cherished habit that helps me relax."
an ugly old woman, especially a vicious or malicious one; a witch
"In the fairy tale, the wicked hag lived alone in a cottage deep in the forest."
pellets of frozen rain that fall in showers from cumulonimbus clouds; a greeting or acclaim
"The sudden hailstorm damaged many cars in the parking lot with large ice pellets."
any of the fine thread-like strands growing from the skin of humans and animals
"She decided to cut her long hair short for a fresh new look this summer."
a large room for meetings, concerts, or other events; a corridor in a building
"The graduation ceremony was held in the main hall of the university."
an experience involving the apparent perception of something not present; a false or distorted perception
"The patient experienced visual hallucinations as a side effect of the medication."
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