| A | B |
|---|
| balm | something that soothes, heals, or comforts; an oil or ointment |
| cache | hiding place or the items in the hiding place |
| chasm | a deep opening in earth's surface, a gorge; differences of opinions, interests, loyalties |
| dilemma | a difficult situation where one must choose between two or more choices that seem unfavorable; any problem or predicament |
| edifice | a building, especially one of imposing appearance or size |
| mirage | unreal reflection; an optical illusion |
| plight | a condition or situation, especially a distressing one |
| phobia | a persistent, illogical fear |
| quirk | a peculiarity of behavior; an unaccountable act or event |
| aftermath | events following the occurence; a consequence of |
