| A | B |
|---|
| discernible | to see and understand |
| gingerly | with care and caution |
| incurable geek | someone who will always be different |
| silent as dandruff | seen but not heard from |
| coup | a successful act |
| coincidence | events happening at the same time |
| coincide | occupy same point |
| drumming | repeated tapping of fingers |
| analogy | similarity |
| adamant | very strong opinion |
| epithets | words describing a person |
| implication | suggestion |
| nonchalant | indifferent |
| trifle | small amount; of little value |
| toasting | greeting of well wishes |
| totalitarianism | complete control by government |
| emissary | spokes person |
| slogan | phrase that represents an ideal |
| arsenal | collection of something |
| preferential | favored over others |
| subvert | to overthrow or destroy |
| principles | ideals, values |
| meticulous | showing or taking extreme care with details |
| sexist pig | person who thinks women are less than men |
| moniker | nickname or label |
| meander | wander aimlessly |
| proceedings | series of actions/events |
| articulating | speaking clearly and distinctly |
| lurking | sneaking around |
| labels | names that usually make fun of a person |
| du jour | fashionable; current |
| faux pas | embarassing moment |
| dripping like maple syrup | very slow, smooth, and sweet |
| bunch of cynics | group with sneering or bitter attitudes |
| exercising their jaws | talking a lot |
| grassroots organization | a new group with same ideals |
| hooligan | punk, hoodlum |
| derivative | a copy, not the original |
| console | give comfort |
| venture | bold, daring, risky |
| umbrage | offense; annoyance |
| dollop | small amount or lump |
| forum | meeting or meeting place |
| canned | fired from a job |
| panache | style or flair |
| deprived | lacking basic needs for survival |
| oppressed | held down by those in power |
