| assertive |
forward or aggressive in speech or action. |
| caption |
the words that describe a picture or graph in a magazine, book, or newspaper. |
| coalition |
an alliance, especially a temporary one, of various factions, parties, or nations. |
| divert |
to turn aside or away from something. |
| engage |
to get or hold the interest of; occupy. |
| intention |
a decided course of action; plan. |
| linger |
to remain or be slow to leave. |
| maneuver |
to move to a desired position or goal using strategy or skill. |
| promote |
to support the growth of or help move forward. |
| prosecution |
the initiating and continuing of legal proceedings against one or more persons. |
| sovereign |
having independent government. |
| specificity |
the quality of being exact, precise, or particular. |
| transcribe |
to write or type a copy or full version of (something dictated or heard, shorthand notes, or the like). |
| unprecedented |
never before observed or experienced. |
| wrongheaded |
contrary to sound judgment. |