| actively |
in a way that involves making an effort, taking action, or participating. |
| angle |
the figure made by two lines coming from a single point. |
| crumple |
to press or crush and cause wrinkles. |
| dishonor |
loss of honor or reputation. |
| framework |
a structure that supports something built on or around it. |
| independent |
not ruled by another; ruling oneself. |
| landscape |
the appearance or features of the land from one viewpoint. |
| lawmaker |
one who creates or approves laws. |
| persistent |
continuing, lasting, or holding on in a firm, steady way. |
| pout |
to show unhappy feelings with an expression of the face. When children pout, they often push out their lips. |
| pulley |
a simple machine that makes lifting something easier. A pulley has a wheel or set of wheels with grooves that a rope or chain can be pulled over. |
| scan |
to read or look over quickly. |
| startle |
to cause to move suddenly. |
| strict |
requiring obedience or hard effort. |
| trench |
a deep, narrow ditch. |