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dwindle (verb)
decrease to nothing
My energy dwindled as the long day dragged on.
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immerse (verb)
to surround; to lose yourself in
I was immersed in my grandmother’s loving embrace.
I was immersed in the music.
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stellar (adj)
Literally: Connected to the stars
There was a stellar event last month caused by a massive black hole consuming a star.
Figuratively: Excellent
Your performance in the show was stellar!
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poised (adj)
Literally: In a ready position to move
She was poised to begin the dance.
Figuratively: Composed; showing confidence or self-control
He was very poised in his Afrika Lives presentation.
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capacity (n)
having the space or ability to hold or do something
I have the capacity to learn and remember new words.