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haphazardly

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in a manner lacking any obvious principle of organisation.

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tumultuous

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making an uproar or loud, confused noise.

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premonition

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a strong feeling that something is about to happen, especially something unpleasant.

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adept

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very skilled or proficient at something.

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candour

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the act of being open and honest; frankness

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conducive

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make a certain situation or outcome likely or possible.

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egregious

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outstandingly bad

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flippant

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not showing a serious or respectful attitude

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ingrate

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an ungrateful person

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capricious

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given to sudden and unaccountable changes of mood or behaviour

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paradigm/ epitome

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perfect example

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