E-1 Vocab 2

2. After years of use, the old carpet had become _______, with its edges frayed and patches of the floor showing through.
4. Taylor Swift basked in the _______ of the crowd, their cheers and endless praise echoing through the stadium.
7. Katie's _______ in studying every night, reviewing notes carefully, and completing practice problems paid off when she aced the exam.
8. Despite the Kansas City Chiefs’ early lead, their _______ became apparent as they stopped putting in effort, assuming victory was already guaranteed.
10. The bright pink sofa seemed _______ in the elegant, minimalist living room, clashing with the neutral tones and sleek design.

1. The virus spread rapidly and with a _______ intensity, quickly overwhelming hospitals and causing widespread fear.
3. The garden was filled with a _______ of colorful flowers, their blooms so plentiful they spilled over the edges of the flowerbeds.
5. Even though the test results were crucial, Mr. Brown remained _______, casually sipping his coffee as if it didn't matter.
6. The two students were so _______ that they argued over every idea, turning group projects into constant battles.
9. The news outlets began to _______ the airwaves with coverage of the event, reporting every detail repeatedly throughout the day.