| absence |
the fact or condition of being away or not present. |
| bomb |
a metal shell filled with explosives. A bomb destroys a target by being thrown at or dropped on it. |
| defense |
the act of protecting or guarding. |
| display |
anything put out in order to be seen by others. |
| expedition |
a journey taken for a reason, or a group taking such a trip. |
| gadget |
a small tool or device with a clever design or unusual use. |
| genial |
cheerful and friendly. |
| 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. |
| hurricane |
a powerful storm with heavy rains and winds that blow in a circle at 73 miles per hour or more. |
| jest |
a funny saying or action; joke. |
| puff |
a short, strong burst of breath, air, smoke, or steam. |
| quarterback |
the football player who calls the plays and handles the ball in most plays. |
| swerve |
to change direction suddenly; turn quickly; veer. |
| value |
the worth of something in money, goods, or services. |
| warmth |
the condition of being warm; heat. |