Word Cache-EP 45
Spy X Family Ep 5 (Spoiler alert)
#infiltrate
I-N-F-I-L-T-R-A-T-E
To enter or become established gradually or unobtrusively usually for subversive purposes.
- “I’ve infiltrated the world’s vilest terrorist organizations.” – Recalled Loid as he nervously awaits the family interview.
- Gallium infiltrates other metals, greatly reducing their strength.
#amateur
A-M-A-T-E-U-R
One who engages in a pursuit, study, science, or sport as a pastime rather than as a profession.
- “… and none of that even came close to the stress of entrusting this mission to amateurs.” – Thought Loid while waiting for the interview.
- Amateurs do it until they finally get it right; professionals do it until they can’t get it wrong.
#crux
C-R-U-X
An essential point requiring resolution or resolving an outcome.
- “This moment is the very crux of operation strix.” – Thought Loid right before the interview.
- The make it or break it moment has come, now is the crux of our business.
#bias
B-I-A-S
An inclination of temperament or outlook, especially a personal and sometimes unreasoned judgment.
- “… and perhaps it’s a fathers bias, but I find her to be wise far beyond her years.” – Loid on Anya’s strengths and weaknesses.
- To make the decision process fair, we need a system that excludes personal bias.
#grovel
G-R-O-V-E-L
To lie or creep with the body prostrate in token of subservience or abasement.
- “Those who grovel at the feet of the powerful have no right to call themselves educators!” – Thought master Henderson as he confronts master Swan.
- He is groveling for your help now, but he won’t hesitate to shove you out of the way once he becomes powerful enough.