| activist |
a person who fights openly and vigorously for a cause. |
| atmosphere |
the gases surrounding the earth or other similar objects in outer space. |
| blot |
a spot or stain. |
| classic |
something that remains popular over a long period of time. |
| framework |
a structure that supports something built on or around it. |
| gasoline |
a liquid that burns, used mainly as fuel for engines. Gasoline is made from petroleum. |
| guideline |
a rule that tells people how to do something in the way that is considered best. |
| lawyer |
one whose job is to help people with legal matters and represent them in court; attorney. |
| manner |
a way of doing something; style. |
| margin |
an edge or the area near it; border. |
| paralyze |
to make unable to move or to feel any sensation. |
| propeller |
a device used to make an airplane or ship move forward. A propeller is made of tilted blades that are attached to and spin around a hub. |
| resume |
to start again after stopping. |
| rind |
a thick, firm outer layer or covering. Oranges, lemons, melons, and some cheeses have rinds. |
| wither |
to dry up or wilt. |