| briefly |
in a way that is not lengthy; for a short time. |
| frail |
weak or sickly. |
| furthermore |
besides; in addition; moreover. |
| glitter |
to shine brightly; sparkle. |
| hardware |
all the physical parts of a computer. |
| historical |
based upon history. |
| infant |
a child in the first months of life. |
| laundry |
clothing, sheets, and other things that are cleaned by washing or that are washed and ironed. |
| monopolize |
to get or keep sole control of; have for oneself alone; take over. |
| pastry |
baked goods, often sweet, made with a dough of flour, shortening, and water. |
| substitute |
to put or use in place of another person or thing. |
| thrill |
to cause to feel a sudden, sharp excitement. |
| torture |
the intentional causing of great physical or emotional pain to a person or animal. |
| undertake |
to decide or start to do. |
| wedge |
a piece of wood or metal shaped like a triangle with a thin edge. A wedge is driven or forced between objects to split, lift, or make them stronger. |