| A | B |
|---|
| drumming | repeated tapping of fingers |
| venture | risky, unpredictable |
| paisley | pattern or design of curvy shapes |
| gingerly | careful and cautious |
| fumigated | use smoke or fumes to kills bugs |
| cynics | bitter or sneering attitude |
| sexism | attitude based on stereotype or gender |
| dollop | a small lump or quantity |
| shortchanged | cheated |
| moniker | nickname; label |
| pondering | think deeply |
| exaggeration | overstating |
| injustices | unfair acts or wrongs |
| articulating | speaking clearly and distinctly |
| erupts | to burst forth |
| feminist | wanting equal rights for women |
| crucial | important decision or result |
| discernible | to see and understand |
| lurking | sneaking around |
| derivatives | copying or similar |
| furtive | taken or done in secret |
| oppressed | held down by those in power |
| principles | ideals, morals, or values |
| sprightly | animated or lively |
