Bait
Bait noun - Something used to attract animals to a hook or into a trap.
Gentle
Gentle noun - A man or woman of high birth or social position.
Both words in one sentence
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Bait and Switch: At one point, Beorn looks like he's going to crush a mouse; he just sets it aside, showing his gentle nature towards innocent creatures.
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