| A | B |
|---|
| subside | to become less intense, violent, or severe |
| monologue | a long speech by one person |
| sieve | a utensil of wire or plastic mesh used to separate coarser particles from finer particles |
| submission | the act of yielding to a superior force or stronger person |
| diverted | drew the attention of; distracted or entertained |
| veiled | partially concealed or disguised |
| insidious | proceeding in a gradual, subtle way, with a harmful effect |
| welter | confusion, tossing and tumbling |
| refuge | a place safe from danger |
| vertiage | an excess of words for the purpose; wordiness |
