| A | B |
| caper | a frolicsome leap |
| forge | to move forward slowly and steadily |
| dilatory | tending to be late; slow to do something |
| amulet | a small object worn to protect the person wearing it against bad things |
| confer | to discuss something important in order to make a decision |
| makeshift | serving as a temporary substitute |
| languor | a state of feeling tired and relaxed |
| chisel | to cut or shape (something) |
| brisk | moving or speaking quickly : quick and efficient |
| stint | to use or give something in limited amounts; stingy |
| garner | to collect or gather (something) |
| effusive | marked by the expression of great or excessive emotion or enthusiasm |