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impulse

/ˈɪmpʌls/
Word
Definition

An impulse is a sudden thoughtless urge to do something.

Example Sentence

Because of the scary noise, she had an impulse to run somewhere and hide.

Source: 4000 Essential English Words - Book 4

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