| adoption |
the act of becoming the legal parent of a child who is not one's biological offspring. |
| blurt |
to say suddenly and without thought (usually followed by "out"). |
| bustle1 |
to move rapidly and energetically (often followed by "about"). |
| chamber |
a room. |
| embroider |
to make or decorate with needlework. |
| empire |
a group of nations or peoples under one ruler or government. |
| forgive |
to excuse or pardon. |
| graze1 |
to feed on growing grass. |
| identity |
all of those things by which a person or thing is known or is considered as being. |
| inspection |
an official review or examination. |
| motivate |
to cause to move or act by giving incentive or inspiration. |
| redden |
to blush. |
| sense |
to be or become aware of; perceive. |
| therefore |
for that reason; as a result. |
| unable |
not having the power, skill, or means needed to do something; not able. |