to mix; to stir; to blend
to open the lid; to lift a lid; to open the lid (on); to make public; to start (something); to look at the results (consequences, outcome, effect)
beautiful maiko or geisha
to behave buggily (of software); to act up; to behave strangely
sharp parting remark; parting threat
removing a bad taste; cleansing one's palate; palate cleanser; intermezzo; dish or beverage to cleanse one's palate between dishes of a meal
tea (usu. green); tea break (at work); tea ceremony
to air; to dry; to drain (off); to drink up; to deprive of a role, job, etc.
to be palatable; to suit one's taste
to get excited; to be roused (to action); to get the itch (to do)
to smash violently; to crush
intensification; aggravation
to lay waste; to devastate; to invade; to break into; to troll (e.g. web forums); to spam
yes?; no?; isn't it?; is it?
readiness; preparedness; resolution; resignation
chivalry; generosity; heroism; chivalrous spirit; helping the weak and fighting the strong
enjoyment; pleasure; diversion; amusement; hobby
gondola (boat, esp. in Venice); gondola (hot-air balloon, airship, etc.); basket; scaffold (building); display shelf (shop)
romance; love story; love affair; romantic relationship; romance
pleasant feeling; good vibes
to touch emotionally; to feel something; to strike home
kiss; squeak (as in the sound made by mice); sound of liquid being sucked up
one's share; one's portion
to cut (grass, hair, etc.); to mow; to clip; to trim; to prune; to shear
a lot more; much more; and then some; and plenty more than that
to be useful; to be helpful; to serve the purpose
to put to use; to make good use of; to exploit
to be discouraged; to be disheartened
lighting up; illumination; floodlighting
thanks (for coming, helping, etc.); glad you could make it; tiredness; fatigue
taking a breather; relaxation; vent hole
(arch.) indicates emphasis, intention, etc.; indicates emphasis, intention, etc.
famous school or university
European style; Occidental
making; producing; appearance (attire, make-up, etc.); build; physique; sashimi