to dash against (of waves); to billow; to roll; to wave (e.g. in the wind); to heave; to pound (of a heart)
to make war (on); to wage war (against); to compete (against); to struggle (against adversities, etc.); to fight
matter causing distress; something causing worry
to fall onto; to happen; to befall
personality; character; individuality; personhood
stain; blot; flaw; disgrace
dishonor; dishonour; disgrace; shame
to content oneself with; to be resigned to (one's fate); to be contented (satisfied) with (one's lot)
popularity; favour; defense; defence; agreement; receiver of technique (e.g. in martial arts)
anyone; anybody; everyone; whoever
to cause trouble (for); to have a bad effect (on)
to becalm one's feelings; to compose oneself
important matter; matter of great importance; serious affair; major incident; emergency
to do; to commit; to accomplish; to achieve
cramped home; one's humble abode; hovel; pigsty; cottage; squalid hut
to muster (e.g. courage); to gather; to collect; to pluck up
being in charge (of an area of responsibility); being responsible (for a work role, etc.)
congestion (e.g. traffic); delay; stagnation
to curse; to cast a spell; to haunt; to cause a bad result; to bring about a negative outcome
(regular) customer; client; patron; clientele
making use of; application; practical use; operation; handling; steering (esp. a boat)
earnings; proceeds; returns; revenue
we; us; I; me; my store (business, etc.)
fund management; fund operation
security; guarantee; collateral (e.g. mortgage)
achievement; performance; results; work; contribution
collection of books; (personal) library
large (amount of money); huge; hefty; expensive
precious; valuable; priceless; noble; exalted; sacred
high class; esteemed; cherished
to be; to exist; to be (honorific copula)
needless to say; obviously; of course
being struck with awe; deeply moved with awe
immediately; as soon as possible; as quickly as possible
business; errand; nature of one's business