to draw near; to draw closer; to press (e.g. for an answer); to hound
idly; lazily; aimlessly; evasively; elusively; vaguely
to be vague; to speak ambiguously; to be evasive; to not commit oneself
pardon; forgiveness; forbearance
to deliver; to forward; to send; to report; to notify; to file notice (to the authorities)
to make (good) progress; to move right ahead (with the work); to advance
(oral) message; declaration; hearsay; rumour; rumor
to look after; to take care of; to be put in charge of; to be given responsibility for; to withhold (an announcement); to reserve (judgment)
this for sure; certainly is
to wait expectantly; to await in anticipation
finish; completion; the end
royal capital; imperial capital
bustling; busy; crowded; lively (party, voices, etc.); loud; noisy
clear; clearing (a bar, hurdle, etc.); overcoming; getting through; clearing (the ball); clearing (e.g. a checked box)
to sing; to sing (one's praises in a poem, etc.); to compose a poem; to recite a poem
granny; grandma; gran; old lady; old woman
to see; to look; to examine; to look over; to look after; to attend to; to experience
drama; play; powerful drug
lovely; wonderful; nice; great; fantastic; superb
if you don't mind; if you like; if you feel up for it; if you're interested
requital of a favour (favor); repayment (of an obligation, kindness, etc.)