given that ... it is only natural that ...; ... being the case, it is unavoidable that ...; (precisely) because ...; contrary to expectations ...
illustration; picture; sketch; drawing; figure
in the first place; to begin with; after all; anyway; beginning; start
itself; one's own body; oneself; originally; naturally
to have one's attention attracted (caught); to be preoccupied with
will (urge) to create; creative urge; appetite for writing
to grow hot (e.g. water); to boil; to get excited (at); to erupt (in applause, cheering, etc.); to ferment; to melt (of metal)
grasp; catch; understanding
anticipation; expectation; plan; preparation
coincident with; while; simultaneously
villain; baddie; the villain's part
to grow fond of; to grow attached to; to become enamoured with
if possible; preferably; if circumstances allow
unhappiness; sorrow; misfortune; death (usu. of a relative); bereavement
order; command; directions; instructions
to protect; to guard; to defend; to keep (i.e. a promise); to abide (by the rules); to observe
if it is the case that ...
to run; to run (of a vehicle); to drive; to rush (to); to dash; to retreat; to flee
little girl; maiden; young lady; female usually between 7 and 18 years old
ability to take action; ability to take initiatives; energy; dynamism; drive
terrific; fierce; terrible; tremendous; dreadful; awful
to love (someone weaker than oneself); to be affectionate towards; to treat with tender loving care
in order to (e.g. meet goal); so that; take care (so as); hoping or wishing for something
to clear up; to clear away; to refresh (e.g. spirits); to be cleared (e.g. of a suspicion); to be dispelled; to be banished
day of spring; spring sun
each; (arch.) you (plural)
to digest; to break down; to break to pieces; to be able to use; to be good at; to finish; to complete
holding (a conference, exhibition, etc.); opening; hosting (e.g. the Olympics)
preparation; arrangements; getting ready; provision; setup; reserving
receiving; welcoming; going to meet; final call; call of fate; approach of death
charming; fascinating; voluptuous
to seize; to catch; to obtain; to acquire; to understand; to grasp
jockey's racing uniform; one's best clothes (esp. for women), normally put aside for important meetings, dates, etc.
to hide; to keep to oneself
thought; imagination; mind; desire; wish; love
to collect (debts); to dun; to appoint; to promote; to emphasize; to focus on
to tie; to bind; to bear (fruit); to close (e.g. deal); to confirm; to connect (two distant places); to close tightly
everyday clothes; ordinary clothes; casual wear; informal dress