What's the word?
disagreeable in sound, lacking in harmony
Discordant
decree
an order having the force of law
evolved
naps
vigil
I hate when people _____________ over me when I'm on my computer.
to search blindly and uncertainly
grope
revert
to return, go back
debris
rubble
shrivels
evolves
Our teacher gave the two of us permission to _________________ on our reports because we were investigating related problems.
collaborate
a fortress that overlooks and protects a city
citadel
laggard (adjective)
falling behind; slow to move, act, or respond
lookout
vigil
unwise sayings
adages
The cafeteria line was so crowded that I was ____________ past the desserts before I could take one.
jostled
applause; enthusiastic praise or approval
plaudits
excerpt
a passage taken from a book
hinder, check, stop
preclude
melodious
discordant
My essay includes a long ____________ from a speech by Sojourner Truth
excerpt
lacking politeness or good manners
churlish
wrangle (noun)
a noisy quarrel
humble, groveling
servile
unprofitable investment
bonanza
Under the Articles of Confederation, the thirteen states _______________ the nation seemed to be in danger of breaking up.
wrangled