| budge |
to change or begin to change position slightly. |
| demolish |
to tear down or destroy. |
| erosion |
wearing away of the earth's surface by wind or water. |
| essential |
necessary, needed. |
| exhibition |
a public showing of art, crafts, products, or skills. |
| gene |
a tiny section of a chromosome. A gene causes a particular characteristic, such as eye color or hair color, to be passed on from parent to offspring. |
| glitter |
to shine brightly; sparkle. |
| gradually |
by small steps or degrees. |
| overlap |
to cover or go over part of. |
| prosper |
to be successful or have good luck; thrive. |
| readily |
promptly or easily. |
| reveal |
to make known; tell. |
| squawk |
to give a harsh scream. |
| suspect |
one who is believed to have committed a crime or done something wrong. |
| uppermost |
highest in place, rank, importance, or influence. |