| authority |
the right or power to give orders, make decisions, or control people. |
| 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. |
| brisk |
active or full of energy; lively; quick. |
| discussion |
the act or an instance of talking or writing about something. |
| filthy |
very dirty or foul; nasty. |
| flexibility |
the capability of bending easily, or being bent easily, and not breaking. |
| horizontal |
parallel to the surface of the earth or to the horizon. |
| invest |
to put into use for the purpose of making money. |
| project |
any activity that takes great effort or planning. |
| ruffle |
to disturb a smooth, even surface. |
| shock1 |
a sudden and powerful scare; an upset of the mind or feelings. |
| species |
a group of living things that naturally produce young with other members of the same group but not with those of other groups. |
| supreme |
having the highest rank, position, or authority. |
| tighten |
to make more secure or more securely fastened. |
| vehicle |
something used to carry and move people or things. |