| A | B |
| abduct | (V) to kidnap, carry off by force |
| ambiguous | (ADJ) not clear; having two or more possible meanings |
| balk | (V) to stop short and refuse to go on; to refuse abruptly; to prevent from happening |
| balk | (N) an illegal motion made by a pitcher |
| compact | (ADJ) closely and firmly packed together; small |
| compact | (V) to squeeze together |
| compact | (N) an agreement between parties; a small case containing a mirror and face powder; a small car |
| confer | (V) to consult, talk over, exchange opinions; to present as a gift, favor, or honor |
| earmark | (V) to set aside for a special purpose; to mark an animal's ear for identification |
| earmark | (N) an identifying mark or feature |
| frigit | (ADJ) extremely cold; lacking in warmth or feeling |
| implement | (N) an instrument, tool |
| implement | (V) to put into effect |
| incalculable | (ADJ) too great to be counted; unpredictabler, uncertain |
| indisputable | (ADJ) beyond question or argument, definitely true |
| intensive | (ADJ) thorough, deep; showing great effort; concentrated |
| maneuver | (V) to perform or carry out such a planned movement |
| maneuver | (N) a planned movement; a skillful plan; a scheme |
| sabotage | (N) an action taken to destroy something or to prevent it from working porperly |
| sabotage | (V) to take such destructive action |
| scant | (ADJ) not enough; barely enough; marked by a small or insufficient amount |
| stealthy | (ADJ) done in a way so as not to be seen or observed; sneaky, underhanded |
| strapping | (ADJ) tall, strong, and healthy |
| strident | (ADJ) harsh, shrill; unpleasant sounding |
| thrive | (V) to grow vigorously; to grow in wealth and possessions |
| titanic | (ADJ) of enormous size, strength, power or scope |
| valiant | (adj) possessing or acting with bravery or boldness |