to be scorched into; to be seared into; to make a strong impression; to be etched in (one's memory)
burning-hot tongs; red-hot tongs
to straighten up one's back (e.g. stand up straight, sit up straight); to hold one's head high
explosive; blasting powder
transfiguration; transformation; change of appearance
one's last moment; one's death; one's end
et cetera; etc.; and the like; and so forth
full view; plain sight; completely visible
to hold back others from achieving success; to stand in the way of; to sabotage
to boil down; to concentrate (soup, milk, stock, etc.); to reach a conclusion; to conclude a discussion
a little tight; a little snug; a little strong; a little harsh
Sui dynasty (China, 581-618)
eldest sister; oldest sister
research establishment; research institute; laboratory
to curl oneself up; to squeeze oneself in; to be huddled
self-consciousness; self-awareness
to hang one's head; to droop one's head
setting a bad example to others
that is to say; so that means
to wait on someone hand and foot; to take personal care of someone
lady attendant; lady's maid; waiting maid
consent; approval; acceptance; agreement; compliance
not straightforward; not dealt with by ordinary means
student (esp. a university student)
study; pursuit of knowledge
extempore; impromptu; improvised; ad-lib; off-the-cuff; instant
to carry in one's hand; to have in one's hand; to lead (e.g. troops); to present (an issue, policy, artistic work, etc.); to take up
appointment (to an office); investiture; commission
trump card; ace up one's sleeve; secret weapon
princess; daughter of a nobleman
loyalty; loyal (faithful) service
violently disagreeing; strongly opposing; setting one's heart against
to become accustomed to calling (e.g. someone by a certain name)
flute; fife; pipe; whistle
some; any; in any way; of some kind; of some sort
laid-back; carefree; easygoing; thoughtless; happy-go-lucky