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  1. [verb] to escape from or avoid doing.
  2. [adjective] frightening in a disgusting way; horrible.
  3. [noun] a story, description, or account of events.
  4. [transitive verb] to say or write (something) as an angry, witty, or argumentative reply.
  5. [noun] an exceptionally evil, ruthless, or cruel act.
  6. [adjective] irritable or easily annoyed; ill-tempered.
  7. [noun] a very wise person.
  8. [adjective] not containing anything; empty.
  9. [verb] to take for granted; assume.
  10. [verb] to change in some way; alter.