Across
- 2. — His brief __________ with extreme sports faded as quickly as it began.
- 3. — The teacher tried to __________ the class after the unexpected fire drill left everyone excited.
- 4. — The foul behavior of the guests was enough to __________ even the most patient host.
- 6. — Their slow __________ around the lake became a calming evening ritual.
- 8. — Young children are especially __________ to catching colds during the winter months.
- 9. — Her constant __________ made her avoid any conversation that wasn’t perfectly proper.
- 12. — The heat of the summer afternoon left everyone in a __________ haze, moving slowly and speaking even slower.
- 14. — He shot a __________ look at anyone who dared to disagree with him.
- 16. — The manager didn’t hesitate to __________ the employee for ignoring safety procedures.
- 17. — Stuck in a long, dull meeting, she felt a wave of __________ wash over her.
- 19. — His __________ demand for immediate obedience irritated everyone on the team.
- 20. — In the outdated racial classifications of the past, a person labeled a __________ faced harsh discrimination.
- 22. — They had to __________ special permits before the construction project could begin.
- 24. — “Oh, brilliant idea,” he said __________, his tone dripping with sarcasm.
Down
- 1. — Their growing __________ caused them to overlook signs of trouble in the company.
- 3. — Her __________ remarks made it clear she was trying too hard to impress the crowd.
- 5. — The team feared the challenge was __________ until they worked together and found a solution.
- 7. — Some scientific principles are considered __________, forming the foundation of modern understanding.
- 10. — Her __________ smirk made it clear she considered herself above everyone else.
- 11. — The singer’s __________ voice carried through the hall, filled with quiet sadness.
- 13. — Despite their loud __________, the final decision remained unchanged.
- 15. — The joke sent a wave of __________ through the room, leaving everyone smiling.
- 18. — The storm winds blew debris __________ across the streets and rooftops.
- 21. — They were treated to a __________ feast with rich dishes and luxurious décor.
- 23. — The artist became so __________ that she produced three major works in a single season.
- 25. — Under threats and pressure, the witness’s statement was clearly obtained through __________.
