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When an animal or bird of prey jumps or swoops suddenly to catch prey

For a horse to move with high springy steps.

To devote effort to making oneself look attractive and then admire one's appearance

To spend time making minor adjustments to one's hair, makeup, or clothes.

To persuade or try to persuade (someone) to do something

For an animal or person to move around restlessly and stealthily, especially in search of prey

A practical joke or mischievous act

Foolish or inconsequential talk

Each of two or more projecting pointed parts at the end of a fork

Skill or expertise in a particular activity or field

Extremely tired

Elegant or stylishly luxurious

Stiffly formal and respectable; feeling or showing disapproval of anything regarded as improper

Fussily and excessively respectable

Physically explore or examine (something) with the hands or an instrument

Of or typical of a student or graduate of an expensive prep school, especially with reference to their style of dress

In its original condition; unspoiled

An animal that naturally preys on others

Hunt and kill for food

(of an object, substance, or resource) of great value; not to be wasted or treated carelessly

To push one's lips or one's bottom lip forward as an expression of displeasure or annoyance.

To succeed in material terms; be financially successful

Contrary to reason or common sense; utterly absurd or ridiculous.

To be on time

Regarding an idea as being full of deep meaning

Trying to appear more important or clever than you are

Not safe and likely to fall or fail

To prove more powerful than opposing forces; to win and be victorious

The good reputation that someone has earned because of their achievments

Relating to very basic emotions or conditions

A blunt-ended surgical instrument used for exploring a wound or part of the body

An animal that is hunted and killed by another for food

To keep delaying something that must be done, often because it is unpleasant or boring.

A person, organization, or thing that is very strong, effective, or influential in a particular field or activity.

A state of uncertainty or hardship, often with a situation that involves a problem.

An event or action that signals or prepares for what is to follow, often setting the tone for what comes next.

A higher or superior quality or value compared to the standard or basic version.

Demonstrating foresight or intuition about future developments or outcomes.

The best or most important period of something, often related to age, condition, or quality.

To obtain or secure something, often through deliberate effort, care, or special means.

Not respectful of others beliefs and standards, often by using vulgar language or disrespectful actions.

A form of speech that violates social or moral standards, particularly in relation to sacred or revered subjects.

Produced or existing in large amounts; abundant or overflowing; lavish or excessive, done in great quantity.

A period or condition of economic growth, affluence, and stability.

Flourishing or thriving, particularly in business, health, or social conditions.

To stick out or extend beyond a surface or boundary, often in an abnormal or noticeable way.

Having a narrow or limited perspective, often associated with rural or less cosmopolitan viewpoints.

To take the place of something or someone by acting before they do.

A very sleep side of a cliff or a mountain.

Exact and accurate in detail or measurement; clear and unambiguous, without any room for confusion.

Done with prior thought or preparation; thought out or planned in advance, often with careful consideration or intention.

Relating to or concerning earlier events or actions.

Lacking discretion or selectivity, especially in choosing relationships or associates; mixing or combining things randomly.

Strong, powerful, and effective

Expensive or unreasonably expensive

Being near or close in space or time.

A person who is guided and supported by an older and more experienced or influential person.

To announce something publicly and proudly.

A strong feeling that something is about to happen, especially something unpleasant.

Being exact and accurate.