| A | B |
|---|
| backwash | remaining behind after any event |
| consolidated | combined into one |
| crimson | deep red |
| exiled | forced to leave home as punishment |
| mother lode | the main vein of a mine |
| muddled | confused |
| nuisance | something annoying or bothersome |
| obediently | doing what one is told to do |
| obsessed | unreasonable worry over something |
| primly | properly and formally |
| proverbial | having to do with a proverb |
| reluctant | unwilling or hesitant to do something |
| revenge | repayment for an injury or wrong |
| scalding | burning with steam |
| soothingly | in a calming manner |
| speculation | a guess about what may happen |
| stronghold | a fortress |
| threatened | to say what will be done to hurt |
| vile | disgusting |
