____: suggests starting something suddenly, often like a small trigger that sets off a larger reaction; it can be neutral, positive, or negative depending on context. ____: suggests deliberately causing a reaction, usually negative; it often involves anger, irritation, or confrontation. ____: implies that information was released secretly, without authorisation. Often used with news, government, or company secrets; can suggest an element of scandal or exposure; neutral or negative tone. ____: means to reveal or disclose information (not necessarily unauthorised). Often used in more formal or neutral contexts; can be voluntary (the person chooses to share). ____: involves a serious promise or commitment, often formal or public. Tone: more official, institutional, or practical. Contexts: politics, fundraising, loyalty, business. ____: involves a very strong personal or solemn promise, often tied to deep feelings or moral commitment. Tone: more emotional, sacred, or ceremonial. Contexts: marriage, religion, personal life decisions. ____: Formal. Often used in politics, law, or moral contexts. Implies judging something as wrong or unacceptable, usually for moral reasons. ____: Informal. Common in journalism and everyday speech. Implies a harsh, sometimes emotional attack in words. ____: Informal, often journalistic. Means cancel, remove, cut completely; common with programmes, projects, jobs, shows, or budgets; suggests something being abruptly ended or eliminated. ____: Formal, often legal or political. Means reject, suppress, put an end to something officially; common with rumours, rebellions, legal actions, or appeals; suggests an authoritative dismissal.

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