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4. opponent in a contest, conflict, or dispute.
6. a state of confused and noisy disturbance.
8. not discovered or known about; uncertain.
9. enclosing boundary of a curved geometric figure, especially a circle.
11. become actual fact; happen.
12. anxious or fearful that something bad or unpleasant will happen.
14. (of a substance) allowing light, but not detailed shapes, to pass through; semitransparent.
15. forward movement of a ship or boat, especially when this is slow or difficult.
16. a feeling of intense irritation or annoyance.

1. the feeling that someone or something is unworthy of one's consideration or respect; contempt.
2. a mixture of various ingredients or elements.
3. assemble (troops), especially for inspection or in preparation for battle.
5. the ability to sustain prolonged physical or mental effort.
7. the state of being calm, peaceful, and untroubled.
10. abundant in supply or quantity.
11. (of a metal or other material) able to be hammered or pressed permanently out of shape without breaking or cracking.
13. start to lose strength or momentum.