to match (rhythm, speed, etc.); to join together; to unite; to face; to be opposite (someone); to compare; to check with
focus (of a lens); focal point; point (of a discussion, e.g. on-point, off-point)
mincing; cutting; rapping (a percussion instrument); beating; shredded tobacco; interval
being concerned about or mindful of
(many) years; long-standing (esp. hatred, grudge); ancient
resentment; grudge; malice; matter for regret; regret
to tire of; to lose interest in; (arch.) to be satisfied; (arch.) to enjoy; (arch.) to do adequately
to beat vigorously; to rain strikes upon someone; to tan someone's hide; to mercilessly pummel; to beat the daylights out of
to call in; to invite; to bring in
genuine; authentic; true; real
this occasion; at this time; now
the rise of the curtain; opening (of play); beginning (e.g. of an era); opening (festival, event, etc.)
declaration of war; proclamation of war
impact (on); (strong) impression; effect; impact (of a ball against a racket, bat, club, etc.)
to decorate; to ornament; to display; to exhibit; to mark (e.g. the day with a victory); to adorn (e.g. the front page)
certainly; surely; undoubtedly; just; precisely; exactly
to go down in history; to be recorded in the history books
violence; reckless action; (an) outrage
finish; completion; the end