dry spell vs passion

dry spell

noun
  • A period of time without sexual intercourse. 

  • A drawn-out period where the weather has been dry, for an abnormally long time; shorter and not as severe as a drought. 

  • A period or time where there is little activity, productivity, low income etc. 

passion

noun
  • Sexual intercourse, especially when very emotional. 

  • Fervor, determination. 

  • A display, musical composition, or play meant to commemorate the suffering of Jesus. 

  • The suffering of Jesus leading up to and during his crucifixion. 

  • An object of passionate or romantic love or strong romantic interest. 

  • Any great, strong, powerful emotion, especially romantic love or extreme hate. 

  • A true desire sustained or prolonged. 

verb
  • To give a passionate character to. 

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