| accidental |
happening by chance; not planned or expected. |
| activist |
a person who fights openly and vigorously for a cause. |
| authority |
the right or power to give orders, make decisions, or control people. |
| clearly |
without a doubt. |
| county |
one of several sections into which a U.S. state is divided. |
| croak |
to make a low, hoarse sound with the voice. |
| currently |
at the present time; now. |
| emotion |
a strong feeling such as joy, hatred, sorrow, or fear. When one feels an emotion, there are physical changes such as an increase in pulse, crying, or trembling. |
| narrate |
to tell the tale or give an account of; relate. |
| sneer |
a look on the face that expresses scorn or lack of respect. |
| spouse |
a husband or wife in a marriage. |
| stroll |
to walk slowly without a clear goal or purpose. |
| substantially |
to a large or significant degree; considerably. |
| survey |
the collecting of information on a particular subject from a small portion of the public. |
| uncomfortable |
not feeling at ease. |