| bypass |
a road that is built to go around a busy area or to avoid something in the way. |
| clammy |
unpleasantly moist, cool, and sticky. |
| consecutive |
following one after another without a break. |
| consequently |
as a result; therefore. |
| duct |
a pipe or tube that carries air or liquid. |
| escapade |
a wild adventure or prank, usually mischievous or mildly wicked. |
| furlough |
a vacation for a person in the military. |
| hulk |
an old ship that no longer is in use. |
| inhabit |
to live in; use as a dwelling. |
| insulate |
to cover, line, or surround with a material that reduces or stops the movement of heat, electricity, or sound. |
| involvement |
the state of having a role in or interest in. |
| quirk |
an odd personal trait; idiosyncrasy. |
| scoff |
to laugh at, mock, or criticize scornfully (often followed by "at"). |
| swindle |
to cheat out of money or property. |
| tedious |
long and boring; dull; wearisome. |