| arena |
a stage, ring, or other enclosed area where shows or sports events are held. |
| assure |
to say to with force or conviction. |
| balance |
a state in which opposite forces are equal. |
| basement |
the space in a building that is underground or partly underground. |
| cling |
to stick closely. |
| cultivation |
the act of preparing and improving. |
| entertain |
to amuse; keep interested. |
| graduate |
a person who has finished studying at high school or college. A diploma is given to a graduate to show that all the necessary work has been done. |
| nickname |
a name given to a person, place, or thing in place of the real name. |
| overlap |
to cover or go over part of. |
| pouch |
a sturdy bag or sack of any size that is used to carry things. |
| puncture |
a small hole caused by a sharp object. |
| reluctance |
a state of unwillingness or disinclination, often arising from uncertainty or doubt. |
| survivor |
someone or something that still exists or is still alive after being in danger. |
| whoop |
a loud, high-pitched shout or cry. |