to put on airs; to act big; to throw one's weight about; to be overbearing; to be domineering; to be bossy
unperturbed; undaunted; retaining composure; unyielding; not giving an inch
calmness; composure; coolness; serenity; presence of mind
fast; quick; early (in the day, etc.); premature; (too) soon; not yet
to match (rhythm, speed, etc.); to join together; to unite; to face; to be opposite (someone); to compare; to check with
nerve; nerves; sensitivity
Saber (Honda sedan); Sabre (jet fighter)
to suck up; to absorb; to squeeze (money)
to stand up; to get up; to rise; to recover; to take action; to start; to make the initial charge
tenacious; tough; enduring; dogged; headstrong; stubborn
wisdom; jnana (higher knowledge)
to quiet; to calm down; to compose oneself; to settle down
to jump out; to rush out; to appear (suddenly); to protrude; to project; to butt in
assistance (in a fight); help; aid; helper; supporter
don't worry about it; there is nothing to fear; there is no need for anxiety; everything is under control
defeat; loss; failing to live up to (one's name, looks, etc.); discount; loss (on a sale)
attractive; good-looking; stylish; cool; smooth; neat
to become twisted; to grow distorted; to get sulky; to sulk; to grow bitter; to become embittered
to notice; to become aware; to be scrupulous; to be attentive; to recover consciousness; to come to oneself
to force (someone) to take part; to take along unwillingly
to repel; to drive away; to repulse; to reject
to plan; to plot; to attempt (e.g. suicide, murder); to undertake (e.g. business); (arch.) to stand on tip-toes
secret manoeuvres (maneuvers); operating behind the scenes
formidable enemy; strong enemy; tough enemy
to return a blow repeat; to turn back; to rewhip; to plow up; to plough up; to come and retreat
cartoon; comic; comic strip; manga
to smell sweet; to be fragrant
green; greenery (esp. fresh verdure)
moisture; damp; richness; warmth; financial leeway; gains
to cease; to stop; to be over
authority; expert; counter for messages, letters, notes, documents, etc.; understanding (esp. of male-female relations); tact; supernatural powers
tea (usu. green); tea break (at work); tea ceremony
to be surprised; to be amazed; to be frightened; surprise (e.g. surprise party)
the staff; inside the department
every day; daily; day after day; days (e.g. good old days)
with a slap; with a pop; without batting an eyelid; generously; cutesy suffix applied to names
hot (thing); passionate (feelings, etc.); ardent; hot (e.g. temper); zealous; enthusiastic; intense
usual; normal; everyday; usually; normally; generally
able; capable; competent; talented; efficient
chance; start; cue; excuse; motive; impetus