| A | B |
| aglow | glowing |
| scruff | The back side of the neck |
| scudding | Run or move very quickly or hastily |
| per diem | One every day |
| audible | Heard or perceptible by the ear |
| wary | suspicious |
| annals | A chronological account of events in successive yearsA chronological account of events in successive years |
| mirth | Gladness expressed by laughter |
| dubious | Not convinced |
| prim | neat and trim; proper |
| presided | To hold the position of authority; act as chairperson or president |
| disposition | Your usual mood |
| cruets | Holds wine or oil or vinegar for the table |
| chaff | seed coverings and small pieces of stem or leaves |
| lashing | Beating |
| venturing | Go somewhere despite the risk of possible dangers; adventuring |
| annihilating | Kill in large numbers |
| hazarded | Put at risk |
| snit | annoyance |