Lesson 17

to gradually recover health and strength after being ill or undergoing treatment

After her surgery, she went to her parents' home to convalesce in a peaceful and supportive environment.

to force a person into doing something by threatening or frightening them

He tried to browbeat his coworkers into accepting the new policy.

to blame someone for a mistake they made

Disappointed by his actions, she couldn't help but reproach her brother for neglecting his responsibilities.

to cause someone ongoing worry or irritation

Endless emails about the mistake beset her all morning.

to accept something, usually after some resistance

After much persuasion, the manager relented and granted the team an extra day off.

to absolutely hate someone or something

She detests spiders and is terrified of them.

to laugh loudly and heartily, especially when something is very funny

Despite their attempts to remain composed, they couldn't help but guffaw at the absurdity of the situation.

move or progress freely as if in a stream

to feel jealous or irritated because someone possesses something one desires

She begrudges her friend's success in her career and wishes she had the same opportunities.

to drink a large quantity of a liquid in a hearty, enthusiastic manner

After winning the championship, the athletes gathered to quaff celebratory drinks from the trophy.

to make a murmuring or bubbling sound, often associated with the movement of water

The stream purls gently as it flows over the smooth rocks.

a row of unravelled stitches

to cause persistent irritation or resentment, typically due to a past grievance or injustice

The unfair treatment continues to rankle him, affecting his attitude towards the company.

to make something last longer in time than it would naturally

She prolonged her vacation by an extra week.

to remove someone from the priesthood or clergy, typically as a result of misconduct or violation of religious principles

The bishop unfrocks the priest for his involvement in the scandal.

a semi-precious gemstone that takes a high polish and is green, consisting of jadeite or nephrite

to cause someone to feel puzzled, confused, or bewildered by something complex or difficult to understand

The intricate puzzle often perplexes even the most experienced solvers.

to live or stay in a particular place

After retirement, they decided to abide in a quaint cottage by the lake.

to behave in a submissive or abject manner

The employee grovels before his boss, begging for a second chance.