Maria 2026

1. a house, building, or land occupied by a business or individual
3. (3 words) to take actions to protect yourself from future blame, criticism, or problems
4. to become dry and shriveled, or to decay and lose vitality (such as a plant or a person's confidence)
7. the number of people entering or passing through a particular area (often used in retail)
11. a utensil with a wire mesh or perforated bottom used to separate solids from liquids or finer particles from coarser ones
12. a smooth, oily preparation applied to the skin for medicinal or cosmetic purposes
15. (2words) the final issue or annoyance in a series of problems that finally causes a person to lose their patience
17. (3words)an informal term meaning to be in a state of agitation, panic, or nervous excitement
18. (phrasal verb)to begin a new activity or hobby, or to accept an offer
19. a single shaped mass of bread baked in one piece, typically large enough to be cut into slices

2. a sudden, involuntary, and forceful burst of air through the nose and mouth
5. (2 words) an acrobat or performer who walks on a tightly stretched high wire
6. a main or essential food that is eaten regularly and in such quantities that it forms the foundation of a daily diet
8. to exceed, surpass, or be greater in size, amount, or degree than something else
9. the essential meaning, main point, or general idea of a text, speech, or situation
10. to disconcert, disturb, or cause someone to feel embarrassed or worried
12. (3 words) exactly or precisely at a particular time
13. (2 words) Extremely exhausted, fatigued, or drained of energy
14. British slang for being foolish, crazy, or eccentric
16. the hospital department responsible for dealing with life-threatening emergencies and critical injuries