| A | B |
| percussion | N. the sharp striking of one thing against another |
| perennial | adj. lasting for an indefinitely long time |
| permeate | V. to penetrate through spaces; to spread throughout |
| persevere | V. to hold fast to a task or purpose despite handicaps or obstacles |
| intent | N. purpose |
| dilatory | adj. tending to delay or to postpone |
| elation | N. excited feelings of pride, triumph, or happiness |
| infer | V. to use available evidence to form a conclusion |
| contend | V. to engage in a quarrel, a struggle, or rivalry |
| defer | V. to postpone; to delay |
| imply | V. to hint; to suggest; to mean |