| absent |
not present; away from where one usually is. |
| bustle1 |
to move rapidly and energetically (often followed by "about"). |
| compliment |
an expression of praise, admiration, or approval. |
| dazzle |
to make almost blind with too much bright light. |
| gurgle |
to flow with a noisy, bubbling sound. |
| intrude |
to enter or thrust oneself in when not invited or welcome. |
| longtime |
having existed or continued over a long period of time. |
| ogre |
an ugly giant or monster in folk tales and children's stories. Ogres are said to eat people. |
| opportunity |
a chance for a better situation. |
| overdue |
not paid, delivered, or returned by the expected date. |
| persecute |
to continually treat in a cruel or harsh way because of race, religion, political ideas, or some other difference. |
| relax |
to make looser or less stiff. |
| screw |
a metal fastener that is like a nail with grooves that wind around it. A screw can be driven into a surface by turning it while pressing down on the head. |
| serious |
marked by careful thinking or consideration. |
| vice |
wicked, evil, or criminal behavior. |