| A | B |
|---|
| rummaging | searching by moving things around |
| bland | smooth, mild, gentle or soothing |
| speakeasy | a place where liquor is sold illegally |
| nuisance | person that annoys, troubles or offends |
| scanty | not enough |
| remnants | small parts |
| expedition | journey for a special purpose |
| showmanship | skill in management of shows |
| arpeggio | the sounding of musical notes in rapid succession |
| gloated | expressed great, spiteful pleasure |
| proprietorq | owner |
| absurdity | ridiculousness, foolishness |
| refrain | repeated phrase or verse |
| monotony | same thing day after day; lack of variety |
| panhandling | begging, especially in the streets |
| loiterer | person who lingers or hangs around |
| agile | able to move quickly and easily |
| lax | not strict |
