The definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides." Used in a sentence: Kia straddled the issue, not wanting to say whether James or Tara was right. The definition for scamper is "to run quickly.", the definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures.", and the definition for awe is "Emotion combining dread and wonder."

The definition for drub is "To defeat decisively." Used in a sentence: The powerful young boxer drubbed the longtime champion. The definition for repel is "to resist, reject.", the definition for melodious is "Having a pleasing melody.", and the definition for equitable is "Fair and equal."

The definition for abate is "Become less in amount or intensity." Used in a sentence: Just when it seemed the rain would never stop, the storm suddenly began to abate. The definition for opportune is "suitable or convenient.", the definition for pallid is "Lacking color.", and the definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals."

The definition for stifle is "To repress or discourage." Used in a sentence: Amy tried ineffectively to stifle her giggles after she read Susan's note in class. The definition for euphoria is "feeling of great happiness.", the definition for buffoonery is "Foolish behavior.", and the definition for civility is "Politeness."

The definition for surplus is "Excess." Used in a sentence: Trevor decided to freeze the surplus chili for next week's tailgate party. The definition for procrastinate is "to put off intentionally.", the definition for combative is "Eager to fight.", and the definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others."