| A | B |
|---|
| lure | to tempt or attract; temptation OR a decoy to attract prey (into a trap) |
| carom | to strike and rebound, to collide and bounce off |
| famished | starving, deprived (to point of death) |
| decoy | person or object who lures prey into danger, often by deception |
| gorge | a narrow canyon/passage OR a mass which blocks such a passage; throat, stomach contents OR to overeat |
| ingenious | clever, orginal, inventive, resourceful |
| glance | to look briefly, to gleam or flash; to bounce off |
| ricochet | the motion of an object which is rebounding or deflecting; a glancing carom |
| balmy | aromatic, fragrant; mild, soothing, refreshing OR crazy and foolish |
| zephyr | gentle mild breeze OR fine lightweight yarn |
| augment | to add on, to increase in size or number |
| placid | peaceful and undisturbed; satisfied |
| cyclone | a violent, spinning windstorm (ex: a hurricane) OR a device used to separate solids from liquids/gases by spinning (ex: a centrifuge) |
| relent | to soften in feeling, to forgive; to become less forceful, to give way |
| shrewd | very sharp, clever (even tricky); clever in practical matters (to the point of selfishness) |
| crane | device with a swinging arm that holds or moves weight; to stretch (your neck) to see better OR a long-necked bird |
| quaff | to drink large quantities, especially with enjoyment |
| mottled | spotted or blotchy |
| trough | a long narrow vessel, channel, or passageway; a low valley such as between ridges or waves; a low point (in a cycle) |
| amplify | to expand, make larger or more powerful (especially sound) |
| tempestuous | stormy, showing violent emotions (especially anger) |
| crest (n) | ridge or highest point OR tuft or mane OR emblem as on a badge |
| yield | to produce or give forth OR to give up or give in OR (n) the result or product |
| torrential | violent, excessive, wild, surging abundantly |
| gaze | a steady, intent look (n or v) |
| allure | charm, promise of pleasure |
| alluring | very attractive, tempting, charming |
| famish | to suffer or cause tgo suffer extreme hunger or need for essentials |
| engorge | to swallow greedily OR full almost to bursting |
| genius | exceptional natural talent OR one who has such talents |
| glancing | brief and indirect, bouncing off |
| balm | soothing quality or substance that heals or comforts |
| augmentation | the process of adding on or the added-on part |
| placidity | calmness, serenity, peacefulness |
| relentless | severe or strict OR steady, persistent, continuing without letting up |
| unrelenting | firm in purpose, showing great determination |
| amplifier | an electronic circuit or device for increasing power |
| amplification | expansion of a story, an explanation, or an idea to make it stronger |
| tempest | a violent commotion or disturbance, a furious uproar |
| yielding | likely to give in, submissive, compliant; follows directions |
| torrent | a great rushing, pouring stream |
| crest (v) | to reach the peak; to rise up to the highest point |
