| alert |
to warn or make aware. |
| backyard |
an open area behind a house that belongs to the owner of the house. |
| collar |
the part of a piece of clothing that goes around the neck. |
| dam |
a wall built across a river or stream to stop the flow of water. |
| further |
comparative of far; at or to a greater distance. |
| great |
very large in size or number. |
| group |
a collection of people, things, or ideas that are in one place or have important things in common. |
| horrible |
causing a feeling of fear or horror. |
| instant |
happening right away; without delay; immediate. |
| life |
the thing that is in humans, animals, and plants that allows them to grow and to produce more creatures like themselves. Things like rocks do not have life. |
| lift |
to move (something) upward; raise. |
| mark |
a spot, line, or other shape that can be seen on a surface. |
| pinch |
an amount that can be picked up between the thumb and a finger. |
| player |
someone who takes part in a game or sport. |
| plenty |
a full amount or supply. |