| anchor |
a heavy object that is dropped from a boat or ship by a cable to keep the vessel from moving. |
| excuse |
to forgive or pardon. |
| growth |
the process of becoming larger through natural development. |
| haul |
to pull or drag with force. |
| lengthen |
to make or become longer. |
| meaningful |
full of significance; having an important message. |
| opportunity |
a chance for a better situation. |
| permit |
to allow (someone or something) to go into or be in a place. |
| portion |
a part of a whole. |
| pursuit |
the act of following or chasing. |
| rouse |
to waken from sleep or a state similar to sleep. |
| scowl |
to make an angry frown. |
| smash |
to break into small pieces by hitting, throwing, or dropping, often making a loud noise. |
| well-known |
famous; familiar. |
| wreck |
an action or event that results in great or total destruction. |