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 anthology is "a collection of selected literary pieces.", the definition for straddle is "To favor opposing sides.", and the definition for belated is "Past the normal or proper time."

The definition for moderate is "Tending toward the average." Used in a sentence: The best–selling writer was disappointed; his new novel was only a moderate success. The definition for stifle is "to repress or discourage.", the definition for frugal is "Thrifty, cheap.", and the definition for placebo is "An inactive substance used in medical testing."

The definition for conduit is "Means for transmitting or distributing." Used in a sentence: Jason, a notorious gossip, was a conduit for information about his friends. The definition for flourish is "to make bold, sweeping gestures.", the definition for lurid is "Causing horror, shocking.", and the definition for extol is "To praise highly."

The definition for flourish is "To make bold, sweeping gestures." Used in a sentence: The fairy godmother flourished her wand and turned the pumpkin into a carriage. The definition for accentuate is "to emphasize.", the definition for deferment is "The act of delaying.", and the definition for extenuating is "Partially excusing."

The definition for implausible is "Unbelievable." Used in a sentence: Claudia's implausible excuse failed to convince her teacher. The definition for stern is "harsh, severe.", the definition for avian is "Relating to birds.", and the definition for clairvoyance is "Ability to see things beyond ordinary perception."