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 moderate is "tending toward the average.", the definition for gargantuan is "Gigantic.", and the definition for futile is "Without purpose, completely ineffective."

The definition for exception is "A case to which the rule does not apply." Used in a sentence: The teacher made an exception and let Gina eat her snack in class. The definition for prune is "to reduce by removing excess.", the definition for civility is "Politeness.", and the definition for stern is "Harsh, severe."

The definition for garish is "Offensively bright." Used in a sentence: The garish wallpaper offended Jerome, who preferred subtle colors. The definition for servile is "fearfully submissive.", the definition for abate is "Become less in amount or intensity.", and the definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals."

The definition for periodic is "Occurring at regular intervals." Used in a sentence: The periodic innterruptions of the cuckoo clock prevented Li from concentrating. The definition for hedonism is "belief that pleasure is the sole aim of life.", the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing.", and the definition for trove is "Valuable collection."

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 benefactor is "one who offers financial help.", the definition for demeanor is "Behavior towards others.", and the definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures."