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Soliloquize (v.)
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to talk to oneself.
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Slovenly (adj.)
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untidy or unclean in appearance or habits.
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Poignant (adj.)
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keenly distressing to the feelings.
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Listless (adj.)
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having or showing little or no interest in anything; spiritless.
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Sobriety (n.)
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temperance or moderation, especially in the use of alcoholic beverages.
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Interloper (n.)
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A person who interferes or meddles in the affairs of others.
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Wheedle (v.)
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to endeavor to influence by smooth, flattering, or beguiling words or acts.
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Vociferous (adj.)
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crying out noisily; clamorous.
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Expostulate (v.)
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to reason earnestly with someone against something that person intends to do or has done.
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Prognosticate (v.)
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to forecast or predict from indications or signs; prophesy.
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