| bankruptcy |
the legal inability to pay debts. |
| bog |
an area of soft, wet earth; marsh. |
| concentration |
close attention; focused mental energy. |
| confrontation |
the act of facing or meeting another without evasion or avoidance. |
| degrade |
to bring down from a higher to a lower rank or degree by taking away a position or title. |
| gape |
to stare in surprise, awe, or wonder, especially with the mouth open. |
| garrison |
a military force that is located in a fort, village, or similar place. |
| heckler |
one who disrupts a performance or public address with annoying remarks or questions. |
| jovial |
very cheerful, friendly, and merry; jolly. |
| polar |
of or having to do with the North Pole or South Pole of the earth. |
| realization |
something that has been suddenly understood; insight. |
| resumption |
the act or fact of starting again or continuing following a pause or interruption. |
| sniper |
a soldier who shoots at enemy troops from a concealed position. |
| thwart |
to hinder, oppose, or frustrate. |
| turmoil |
a state of great confusion or anxiety; commotion. |