jpdb beta

representation; representative; exemplification; typification; leader; switchboard number

7

to cut deep into; to cut one's way into (an enemy position); to rush on; to press someone hard (e.g. with questions); to get to the heart of (a matter)

2

pinch; tough spot; bind; clothespin; clothes peg

2

gallant; dashing; jaunty

6

attractive; good-looking; stylish; cool; smooth; neat

1

to trust; to relax one's guard (around)

1

to wag one's tail; to flatter; to butter up; to fawn (on)

3

mellow (flavor or fragrance; esp. of alcohol); rich; full-bodied; superior

1

to deem acceptable; to approve of; to value; to consider a good thing

2

just because; even if; even though

2

to collide; to clash

1

one year; some time ago

12

celebrity; famous person; public figure; big name

7

moderation; standard

1

sulky look (often with puffed cheeks); sullen look; pout; glower

3

to lose one's temper; to throw a tantrum; to fly into a rage

1

suddenly in a bad mood; in a huff; abruptly; suddenly; unexpectedly

8

with a screech; with a squeak; with a squeal

1

series; chain; two reams (i.e. 1000 sheets of paper); verse; stanza

3

informative

1

leaving someone behind; abandoning someone; marooning someone

5

intruder

1

strongly; violently; with all one's strength

1

desire to protect

1

final exam; term-end examination; end-of-term examination

4

next week

2

studying for a test

3

radiant smile; contented smile

2

errand; mission; messenger; bearer; familiar spirit

1

warm; comfortable; snug; cozy; cosy; pleasant

1

and then; in addition to that; also; even so

3

inarticulate; not making oneself quite clear; slurring one's words; evasive

3

poisonous air; poisonous gas; poisonous ingredient; poisonous nature; malice; spite

1

roar; cry (esp. of triumph); battle cry; screech (of a bird); scream; yawp

2

grief; sorrow; anguish; lamentation

2

sudden reversal (of behavior, opinion, attitude, etc.); about-face; flip-flop

2

"bird-in-the-cage" children's game

1

to evaluate; to appraise; to comment on

2

to take flight; to disappear

4

just to make sure; just to be sure; for confirmation; just in case; for caution's sake; by way of precaution

1

root; origin; source; cause; basis; foundation

2

to pay back a debt; to have one's revenge; to settle a score; to get back at someone

1

borrowing; debt; loan

1

average; medium; mid-grade (item); regular grade; same level as; equal to

2

wholly (due to); entirely; solely; earnestly; intently; sincerely

1

panel; wainscoting; wainscotting; plight; fix; bind

1

shop; store; someone who sells (something) or works as (something); someone with a (certain) personality trait; house; roof

3

to pass each other; to cross paths

1

test period; exam period; examination time

3

to get between; to be caught in

1