| A | B |
| Elude | To escape notice; to get away from |
| Fallow | Inactive; unproductive |
| Blight | Anything that destroys, prevents growth, or causes devaluation |
| Obsequy | A funeral rite or ceremony |
| Denizen | An occupant or inhabitant |
| Fealty | Obligated loyalty or faithfulness |
| Entice | To attract by offering a reward or pleasure |
| Gratify | To please |
| Laggard | A slow person, especially one who falls behind |
| Gambit | Maneuver or action used to gain an advantage |