| ascend |
to go upward; climb; rise. |
| consolidation |
the act of combining into a whole or mass; unification. |
| customary |
usual, habitual, or traditional. |
| escalate |
to increase in intensity, scope, or size. |
| expedite |
to send off, facilitate the progress of, or accomplish with speed and efficiency. |
| hardheaded |
not easily moved, manipulated, or duped; shrewd; pragmatic. |
| hobo |
a poor and homeless wanderer who usually does odd jobs for a living but may also beg or scavenge. |
| litigation |
the act of engaging in a lawsuit. |
| loiter |
to stand around idly. |
| plumb |
to examine closely. |
| quirk |
an odd personal trait; idiosyncrasy. |
| snub |
to ignore as a way to show dislike, dissatisfaction, or contempt. |
| tarry1 |
to delay or postpone starting or acting; linger. |
| testify |
to state or affirm as fact or truth, especially under oath. |
| wrath |
fierce anger. |