In the Game

alternate

someone chosen to take someone else’s place if that person is not able to do his or her job

Sam didn’t make the debate team, but she still has to practice in case we need an alternate.

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legendary

very famous or well-known

That musician is legendary —no wonder there was a huge crowd waiting to get concert tickets.

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whimper

make weak crying noises

I heard my sister whimper after I told her she couldn’t have any more cookies.

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hobble

walk with difficulty because you are in pain or injured

I had to hobble to a bench after I hurt my leg while running.

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