like this; in this way; as you see
to rub on; to rub against; to wipe on; to strike (a match)
to wield a baton; to swing a baton; to lead; to direct; to command
(not) ever; (not) by any means; (not) in the least; (not) in any way; (not) at all
to swear; to vow; to take an oath; to pledge
exaggerated; bombastic; highly colored; highly coloured
to take on; to undertake; to take over; to inherit; to guarantee; to vouch for
front stage; center stage (of politics, etc.)
better; preferable; more; increase; (arch.) increase; (arch.) growth
shade; shadow; behind (something); other side; background; behind the scenes
prohibition; inhibition; ban
body double; double; wire puller; person behind the scenes; shadow commander
in all sincerity; with one's whole heart; whole-hearted devotion
to endeavor (endeavour); to try; to strive; to make an effort; to exert oneself; to be diligent
power; authority; jurisdiction
to be needed; to be wanted
to give directions; to issue instructions
seat; place; position; status; gathering; party; stand
to resign; to retire; to quit; to leave (one's job, etc.)
counselor; counsellor; adviser; advisor
to leave as; to view as; to maintain the status quo
to worry about the future
birth; creation; formation