beyond this point; from now on; after this
multi-floor building; multi-storey building; bill
to run through; to run past
don't worry about it; there is nothing to fear; there is no need for anxiety; everything is under control
straight; straightforward; direct; neat (e.g. spirits); black (e.g. tea, coffee); entering university directly from high school; fast ball
a little; a bit; just a minute; for a moment; somewhat; rather
indicates uncertainty or second hand nature of information quoted
prop; strut; becoming taut; tightness; thrust; slapping attacks
lochia; post-natal vaginal discharge
by myself; in person; by oneself
to cramp up; to tighten; to be insistent; to persist (in one's opinion); to act tough; to bluff; to prop up (e.g. with a post)
opening (one's mouth) wide; saying "aah"; crying loudly; wailing; bawling
yogurt; yoghurt; yoghourt
ahead; before; the future
pair; the two; both persons; both things
fiercely fought contest; close game (match, race, etc.); dead heat
turning point; turnaround point (e.g. in a race); turning back point
passing through (a tunnel, station, town, etc.); passing by (e.g. of a typhoon); passage (of a bill, e.g. through parliament); carriage; passing (an examination, inspection, etc.); clearing
racing noisily (in a car, motorcycle, etc.); roaring (e.g. down the street)
(Japanese) National Defense Council (1956-86) (Defence); National Security Council (USA)
to be prolonged; to drag on
if so; in that case; in that situation
running (for election); coming forward as a candidate; going on horseback; going in person; (arch.) letting out a horse; (arch.) taking out a horse
last spurt; final spurt; home stretch
subtle; delicate; difficult; complex; doubtful; questionable
deciding the winner from a photo
what; how; what (a) ...!; how ...!; surprisingly; to my amazement
V sign (hand gesture); peace sign
congratulations!; well done!; best wishes!; all the best!
neck; head; dismissal; discharge
summer vacation; summer holiday