| arrangement |
the way in which a group of things lie or have been placed. |
| diplomat |
a person whose job is to handle relations with the governments of other countries. |
| dreary |
gloomy, sad, or dull. |
| figure |
a number or other written symbol that is not a letter of the alphabet. |
| fowl |
a bird such as a chicken that is raised for its eggs or meat. Ducks, geese, and turkeys are also domestic fowl. |
| introduction |
a part at the beginning of something, such as a book, article, or speech, that explains what will follow. |
| margin |
an edge or the area near it; border. |
| payment |
an amount that is paid. |
| pounce |
to jump or swoop down in order to grab or take something. |
| sarcastic |
using harsh or bitter words that are meant to hurt, tease, or make fun of another person. |
| shortly |
in a little while; soon. |
| sputter |
to spit out saliva or bits of food while speaking in a fast or excited way. |
| suspect |
one who is believed to have committed a crime or done something wrong. |
| thicken |
to make or become thick or thicker. |
| thoroughly |
completely; throughout. |