A difficult or painful experience, a trial.

To speak proudly or boastfully about something, often exaggerating its importance.

An adjective describing something that is charmingly unusual or old-fashioned.

To remove or take out something, especially with effort.

Describing something that is stylish and attractive, often in a way that is associated with wealth or success.

A covering that provides shelter from above, often formed by trees.

To drop or fall quickly and suddenly.

To avoid or escape from something, often in a clever way.

A group of vehicles or ships traveling together, often for safety.

A sentimental longing for the past, often idealizing it.

Happening often or repeatedly.

A person not a member of the armed forces, especially one who is involved in civilian life.

To calm or make someone feel better about something troubling or worrying.

The leaves and branches of plants, especially trees in a forest.

To move in a way that shows you are confused or unsteady, often due to being surprised or shocked.

Something that is not quite right or out of place.

To look at something with great focus or attention.

A surprise attack, often from a concealed position.

To organize or arrange different elements in a harmonious way.

A type of soldier who specializes in stealthy, quick attacks and unconventional warfare.

Describing someone who is strong and heavily built.

Large-caliber guns used in warfare, often for heavy firepower.

Special importance or significance placed on something, often to highlight it.

An act of rebellion or resistance against an established authority, especially a government.

To make someone feel less anxious or to give them confidence.

Clearly seen or understood; obvious.

Not likely to change; steady and stable.

An international distress signal used in emergencies, recognized universally.

A strap that goes around the neck or other parts of the body to control or lead an animal.

Showing strong feelings or opinions, often very passionate or forceful.