to have a go; to try and do (something); to take a chance with something
to allow; to let (somebody) do; to make (somebody) do
improvement (e.g. in skill, ability); advance; progress; communication of opinions of the general populace to those of high rank
to place on (something); to give (someone) a ride; to give a lift; to load (luggage); to carry; to send out (on the airwaves, etc.); to deceive
diligently; assiduously; industriously; beavering away
to go by; to go past; to run (between; of a rail service, bus route, etc.); to operate (between); to go indoors; to go into a room; to penetrate
to lift up; to hold up; to give; to offer; to devote; to sacrifice
hmmm; uh-huh; murmur indicating approval, comprehension, etc.
serious; earnest; real sword (as opposed to a wooden practice weapon)
to be careful; to pay attention; to take care
weapon; arms; ordnance; weapon (something used to gain an advantage); asset
aimlessly; unexpectedly (showing up); slowly swaying; staggering; moving feebly
to stagger; to stumble; to totter; to misconduct oneself; to have a love affair; to waver
self-confidence; confidence (in oneself)
steady; honest; sober; straightforward
art; technique; means; way; trick; trap
to abate; to decrease; to diminish; to shorten
to follow another's example
to make war (on); to wage war (against); to compete (against); to struggle (against adversities, etc.); to fight
to give thought to; to bear in mind; to keep in mind
to descend (e.g. a mountain); to go down; to alight (e.g. from bus); to get off; to step down; to retire; to be granted
of inquiring mind; eager to study; enthusiastic in studying
plain; simple; reserved (behaviour, attitude, etc.); modest; quite; a (little) bit
battle; fight; war; struggle; conflict
body; torso; trunk; build; physique; health
waste (of money, time, etc.); squandering; frittering away
way to use something; treatment; management (of help)
magic sword; cursed sword
pupil; disciple; adherent; follower; apprentice; young person
clearing one's throat; cough
short sword; dagger; stiletto; hour hand (of a clock)
straightforwardly; readily; without hesitation