Parlay

Leftovers
Don't hurt as much
As pinch on the inside
Doesn't hurt as much
As clogged up
Doesn't bother as much as
Imminent attack
Doesn't sound as bad as
Hemorrhaging or
Unsalvageable
But a rally
Still sounds good
As does flirty
And calibrated
Lotus
Refreshed and
Fragrant
Starry and
Subtle
But goes away with
Referendum
On the fence and
Stately
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