to choke up; to be speechless; to hold one's tongue
to sit on the edge of one's seat; to be in breathless suspense
to strike someone a blow; to bring down (a stick on someone's head)
wave; billow; ups and downs; (something) advancing step by step; (something) surging forward inopposably; tendency
to defend against; to protect against; to prevent; to avert; to avoid
without a moment's delay; at once; immediately; instantly; promptly; without hesitation
ramming attack; hurling oneself (at); throwing oneself into (e.g. a role); going all out
satisfaction; pride; one's strong point; one's forte; regular customer; regular client
tottering; staggering; faltering; reeling
to stagger; to stumble; to waver; to be in two minds; to have an affair (with); to fall (for someone)
point of a sword; forceful debate
nearly; almost; on the verge (of happening)
strength; toughness; bravery; boldness
to hurry; to rush; to quicken (of one's breath); to pant; to gasp (for air)
sweeping sideways; mowing down
to pay (e.g. money, bill); to brush off; to wipe away; to drive away (e.g. one's competitors); to sell off (something unneeded); to dispose of; to pay (e.g. attention)
trunk; torso; plastron (in kendo); touching the plastron (kimari-te in kendo); frame (of a drum, etc.); sound box (of a shamisen, etc.)
win; victory; beautiful scenery; scenic spot; counter for wins
to give one's name; to introduce oneself; to announce one's candidacy
splendid; magnificent; utter (esp. defeat); total; (arch.) something worth seeing; (arch.) sight
work; labor; achievement; performance; salary; income
blameless; above reproach; beyond reproach; faultless; perfect
vivid; bright; brilliant; skillful; skilful; adroit
clear; obvious; evident; bright; light
to be defeated; to be beaten; to be unsuccessful; to lose
regret; chagrin; mortification; freedom from obstructive thoughts
regrettable; unfortunate; disappointing; vexing
a day after the fair; (at a) stage when it's too late
to make light of; to hold lightly; to overwhelm (e.g. opponent)
self restraint; moderating one's own behavior; confinement (esp. to one's home); house arrest; suspension (from work or school)
achievement; feat; distinguished service; meritorious deed
hint; suggestion; clue; suggestion
high praise; lavish praise; enthusiastic praise; raving (about)
to lower (a price, tax, standard, etc.); to bring down; to demote; to withdraw (a proposal, request, etc.); to abandon; to withdraw (troops, etc.)
regrettable; disappointing; precious; dear; too good for; deserving better
to be involved (in); to get involved (in); to relate to (a matter); to pertain to; to (seriously) affect; to concern
vindication of honour; vindication of honor; making up for loss; revenge
good fortune (esp. omikuji fortune-telling result); good luck; auspiciousness; unspecified day of the month (used to obscure the date a letter, invitation, etc. was written)
to grow up; to become an adult; to become big; to grow in size
to go in the direction of; to proceed toward; to become; to face (facts, circumstances, etc.); (arch.) to abide by; (arch.) to agree to
one's junior; younger generation; next generation; moving backwards; backing up; reversing
bargaining; haggling; tactics; strategy; (tactical) advance or retreat of troops