English P1- Last Lesson Of The Afternoon Flashcards
(43 cards)
Weariness
The state of being tired, especially because of hard work or activity
Tugged
To pull someone or something along in a short, strong movement
Leash
A lead for a dog
Strained
To pull at something very hard
Unruly
Very difficult to control
Quarry
A person or animal that someone is trying to find or catch
Haul
To pull or carry something heavy from one place to another with a lot of effort
Urge
To advise someone very strongly about what action or attitude they should take
Endure
To suffer something unpleasant or difficult in a patient way over a long period
Brunt
The worst part of something that has a bad effect
Threescore
60
Blotted
Dry drops of liquid, usually ink, on the surface of something
Scrawl
Untidy, careless writing
Something written carelessly or in a hurry, so that it is difficult to read
Slovenly
Careless or untidy
Fuel
A substance that produces heat or power when it is burned
Kindle
To start a strong interest or emotion in someone
Dross
Something that is of very poor quality
Indifference
A lack of interest or sympathy
Toll
The total amount of harm or damage
Amiss
Not right, out of place
Rhyme scheme
Irregular
Title
Suggests exhaustion
Associated with waiting for the bell to ring
“tugged the leash”
Want to escape the rules
“they hate to hunt”
Out of control