| clasp |
to grasp or grip with a hand or arm, or something like a hand or arm. |
| congress |
(capitalized) the branch of the U.S. government that is elected to make laws. Congress is made up of the Senate and the House of Representatives. |
| contact |
the touching of two things or people. |
| difficulty |
the condition of being hard to do. |
| emotionally |
with regard to the feelings. |
| emphasis |
special importance. |
| flex |
to bend again and again. |
| gadget |
a small tool or device with a clever design or unusual use. |
| kindle |
to build or start (a fire). |
| lever |
a basic tool used to lift or pry things open. A crowbar is one type of lever. |
| physics |
the science that deals with matter and energy, their qualities, and the relationships between them. It includes the study of light, heat, sound, electricity, and force. (The word is used with a singular verb.) |
| porch |
a structure, either open or having windows or screens, that is attached to the outside of a house. |
| revolve |
to turn or spin in place. |
| seller |
one who sells. |
| wail |
to make a long, loud cry out of sadness or pain. |