| absence |
the fact or condition of being away or not present. |
| although |
in spite of the fact that; even though. |
| annual |
happening once every year. |
| attempt |
an effort to do or accomplish something. |
| disappoint |
to fail to do or give something expected or hoped for. |
| encyclopedia |
a book or set of books that has information on a wide variety of subjects, or on many aspects of one subject. |
| fragrant |
having a pleasant smell. |
| fund |
a supply of money or other resources that is held for a particular purpose. |
| literature |
writings that have lasting value. Literature includes stories, poems, plays, and essays. |
| modern |
having to do with the present or current times. |
| repetition |
the act or process of doing or saying again. |
| shorten |
to make shorter. |
| stress |
to place importance on or give special attention to; underline. |
| taxpayer |
one who pays or owes taxes. |
| tread |
to step or walk on, in, or along. |