| A | B |
| aplomb | great coolness and composure under strain |
| precipice | a very steep cliff |
| ominous | threatening or foreshadowing of evil or tragic events |
| deft | skillful in physical movements esp. with hands |
| jostle | to make one's way by pushing or shoving |
| meander | move about in a circular motion without a specific direction |
| conspicuous | obvious to the eye or mind |
| impending | closer in time;about to occur |
| brackish | slightly salty |
| furtive | sly and secretive;sordid |