(linguistic) competence; language capability
to throw out one's chest; to be puffed up with pride
to wager; to bet; to risk; to stake; to gamble
patronizing; expecting gratitude in return; acting like one is doing someone a favor; condescending
a few years ago; some years back
words of thanks; words of gratitude; acknowledgements; apology
editor (in publishing, etc.)
very fast; in a twinkle; before one's eyes
Katharine; Katherine; Katheryn
beyond imagination; unimaginable
unlimited; endless; boundless; infinite
to encourage; to cheer on; to cheer (someone) up; to raise (one's voice)
day something goes on sale; date of issue; release date
choosing; selecting; deciding (on)
gratitude; thanks; apology
inside and outside the country; domestic and foreign
smooth; meticulous; painstaking; detailed
to read thoroughly; to read repeatedly; to read (extra meaning) into (something); to take (future changes) into consideration; to load (data); to read
energy; energy; strength; energy source; energy resource; food energy
temple (building); temple (on side of head); temple (on a pair of glasses); arm
thanks; gratitude; manners; etiquette; bow; reward
automated teller machine; automatic teller machine; asynchronous transfer mode; ATM; anti-tank missile
Casei; Cathy; Kathy; Cassie
adviser; someone to consult with; someone to turn to about one's concerns; confidant
benjamin fig (Ficus benjamina); weeping fig; ficus
Cauley; Cawley; Colie; Cory; Cowley
one of these days; someday; one day