| annual |
happening once every year. |
| briefly |
in a way that is not lengthy; for a short time. |
| brisk |
active or full of energy; lively; quick. |
| communication |
the sharing or exchange of messages, information, or ideas. |
| currently |
at the present time; now. |
| dent |
a small hollow made in a surface by or as if by pressure or a blow. |
| elastic |
able to stretch easily without breaking and then return to original form. |
| emission |
the act of giving off or sending out. |
| intense |
having a very great degree of something, such as heat, or being in a very great degree or state. |
| patriot |
one who loves, supports, and defends his or her country. |
| perch1 |
to rest or come to rest on a branch or bar. |
| phase |
a particular stage in a cycle of development or process of change. |
| sigh |
to breathe out with a long breath because of being sad, tired, or relieved. |
| timber |
trees that are used as wood to build houses and buildings. |
| wither |
to dry up or wilt. |