| although |
in spite of the fact that; even though. |
| autograph |
the name of a person, especially a famous person, written in his or her own handwriting. |
| bolt |
a metal or wooden bar on a door that slides into an opening in the frame. When the bolt is inserted into the frame, the door stays closed. |
| conduct |
to lead or guide. |
| edit |
to correct, cut, add to, or change with the goal of producing a finished piece of writing or a film. |
| employment |
the act of hiring or keeping someone as a paid worker. |
| fortunately |
by lucky chance; luckily. |
| intense |
having a very great degree of something, such as heat, or being in a very great degree or state. |
| jerk |
any sudden, sharp movement that is not expected or planned. |
| marvelous |
causing wonder or amazement. |
| reason |
a cause or explanation for an action, opinion, or event. |
| risk |
a chance of getting hurt or losing something. |
| sleek |
smooth or shiny. |
| sympathy |
kind understanding and concern for others when they are sad, suffering, or having trouble. |
| wheeze |
to breathe with a hoarse or whistling sound. |