jpdb beta

fierce animal; beast of prey; big game

1

to regain one's breath; to catch one's breath

1

(on a) closer look; closer scrutiny; second look

1

sweat; perspiration; moisture; condensation; gulp; oops

2

to change; to alter; to reform; to correct; to examine; to check

2

certainly; for sure; distinctly; clearly; firmly; tightly

1

to catch; to capture; to catch hold of (someone); to stop (e.g. a stranger in the street); towards (someone); at (someone)

5

to stare fixedly at; to fix one's gaze on; to make sure of; to set one's eyes on (e.g. the future); to focus on

2

clear; precise; definite; distinct

1

to blink (one's eyes); to wink; to bat

2

please; kindly; by all means; certainly; here you are; to give

2

petty underling; small fry

2

violence; oppression; high-handedness; tyranny; despotism

1

taking (a suspect to the police); dragging (someone) away

1

servant; manservant; menial

1

to scatter; to cause a shower of; to disperse; to distribute; to resolve (a symptom, condition, etc.); to relieve

1

shrill whistling sound; reddening or brightening slightly; rush of blood to the head

1

sky; air; mid-air

1

nail; spike; tack; rivet; brad; (pachinko) pin

1

to pierce; to stab; to sting; to bite; to sew; to stitch; to pole (a boat)

1

being deeply moved emotionally; excitement; passion; inspiration; deep emotion; strong impression

4

to withdraw from (a deal); to wash one's hands of; to lead by the hand

3

to apply (a rule); to be applicable; to come under (a category); to fulfill; to hold true

1

guardian; protector; patron; parent

1

around the world; throughout the world

1

convenient

3

to desire; to wish for; to expect; to see; to command (a view of)

1

truth; reality; truly; really; absolute truth

3

sign; indication; omen; symptom

1

to tidy up; to put in order; to settle (problem); to clear (dispute); to finish; to bring something to an end

2

at the last moment; this late in the game

1

feeling keenly; fully realizing

1

to express; to show

1

cheer; shout of joy

2

oneself; one's body

1

bored; having nothing to do; idle

1

to become stronger; to grow in intensity; to grow violent; to invite contributions, etc.; to solicit help, participation, etc.; to recruit (e.g. soldiers)

1

to shake off; to shake free from; to swing completely (bat, club, etc.); to take a full swing; to break off from (pursuer); to pull away

2

to cross; to go across; to go through; to cut across

1

goal; basket (basketball); finishing line; Gaul

8

OK; okay

2

to await; to expect

1

to take someone along; to be accompanied (by)

1

to fill (with); to be filled with; to express (an emotion); to project (sadness, joy, etc.); to wear (e.g. a smile)

2

in turns; alternately; in order

1

to present; to submit; to tender; to hold out

4

to scan; to look over

1

meaningful; suggestive; telling; significant; pregnant (pause etc.)

2

to be shy; to be bashful; to feel awkward; to feel embarrassed

1

or something; for instance ... (though there are other suitable options); ... or ...; as soon as; right after; while still

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