| A | B |
|---|
| annual | coming each year, once a year |
| basic | having to do with the main or starting part of something |
| competition | a game or contest, or outdo each other |
| contract | an agreement or understanding enforced by law |
| contract | to come down with, as a sickness |
| dismiss | to send away or permit to leave |
| neglect | tohold back care or attention |
| obtain | to get or gain through some effort |
| portion | a section or piece, part of the whole or a serving of food |
| recall | to bring back to mind, to remind |
| sponsor | one who helps or takes responsibility for another person or group |
| stern | not kindly or gentle; harsh-looking |
| vacant | not used, filled, or lived in |
