I ate so much my stomach was GIGANTIC.
Big/Huge/Large
The turkey was HOT when it came out of the oven.
Cold
The pie crust was FRAGILE, so thin and delicate that it cracked if you pressed it too hard.
Easy to break.
The cranberry sauce was TANGY, with a sharp taste that made our mouths pucker.
Sour
After our huge meal, everyone began to feel SLEEPY.
Tired
My plate was FULL of delicious food, I couldn't wait to eat it.
Empty.
The football game became CHAOTIC, with players running everywhere and the crowd shouting nonstop.
Crazy
Grandma shared an ANCIENT recipe that had been in our family for many generations.
Old
My cousins were ECSTATIC to see me, they showered me with smiles and hugs.
Happy/joyful
Our family shared stories that made the long afternoon feel surprisingly SHORT.
Long.
After hours in the kitchen, Mom was WEARY, moving slowly and rubbing her tired eyes.
Sleepy, exhausted, tired.
The children were MISCHIEVOUS, sneaking extra candy when no one was looking.
Sneaky, doing something in a secret way.
The turkey was so DELICIOUS, everyone asked for seconds.
Good/Tasty
The kitchen was extremely LOUD, full of laughter, conversation and pots clanking.
Quiet.
The aroma from the kitchen was so PUNGENT that it drifted through the entire house, making everyone’s eyes water a little.
Strong
The table decorations were VIBRANT, full of bright colors that caught everyone’s eye.
Bright, easily seen.
After dinner, everyone wanted to CHILL on the couch.
Relax.
The guests arrived EARLY, eager to help with preparations.
Late
The cousins formed an ALLIANCE, teaming up to avoid helping with the dishes after dinner.
Making a team.
The children were EAGER to help set the table, excited to be part of the preparations.
Excited, ready to do.