| abroad |
in or to a country that is not one's own. |
| anesthesia |
a drug or other agent used to bring about unconsciousness or absence of pain. |
| avalanche |
the sudden rush of a large amount of snow, ice, or rocks down a mountain. |
| bypass |
a road that is built to go around a busy area or to avoid something in the way. |
| coalition |
an alliance, especially a temporary one, of various factions, parties, or nations. |
| distinctive |
serving to set apart or mark as distinct or unusual. |
| hierarchy |
a body of persons or entities graded according to rank or level of authority. |
| justification |
something that explains, rationalizes, or defends. |
| overhang |
to extend out over. |
| phobia |
a very strong fear or dislike of something that is far beyond ordinary fear or dislike. |
| portray |
to make a picture of in images or words. |
| premature |
done, happening, or born before the expected time; too soon. |
| prophesy |
to foretell or reveal, especially under divine inspiration. |
| quirky |
characterized by oddities or peculiarities. |
| refugee |
a person forced to leave his or her home or country to seek safety or protection. |