| bargain |
an agreement that contains the terms of a transaction or exchange. |
| bolt |
a metal or wooden bar on a door that slides into an opening in the frame. When the bolt is inserted into the frame, the door stays closed. |
| express |
to make known (ideas, thoughts, or feelings). |
| handy |
nearby; easy to reach and use. |
| pastry |
baked goods, often sweet, made with a dough of flour, shortening, and water. |
| plod |
to move in a slow, tired, or heavy way. |
| presidency |
the office, length of service, and jobs of a president. |
| repeatedly |
again and again; many times in a row. |
| slumber |
to sleep lightly. |
| squall |
a sudden, powerful wind that moves in suddenly. Squalls usually bring rain, snow, or sleet. |
| stride |
to walk with long, even steps. |
| structure |
a thing made up of a number of parts joined together in a certain way. |
| trample |
to step on in a heavy or noisy way; to crush with the feet; stamp (usually followed by "on", "upon," or "over"). |
| vanity |
too much pride in oneself or in how one looks. |
| waste |
to use or spend in a careless way or for little or no return. |