as was expected; just as one thought; sure enough; really; actually; ever
opponent; adversary; the competition; the other side; one's enemy
don't you think?; indicates question
to begin; to start; to happen (again); to begin (anew); to date (from); to originate (in)
is it?; isn't it?; be; is
to make matters worse; besides; what's more; in addition; on top of that
they; those guys; those fellows
formidable enemy; strong enemy; tough enemy
how; in what way; by what means
spirit; mind; nature; disposition; intention; mind; mood
worry; concern; anxiety; care; help; aid
as expected; sure enough; after all (is said and done); in the end; too; also
diligently; seriously; perfectly; properly; sufficiently; satisfactorily