Lesson 23

a class of animals to which crocodiles, lizards, etc. belong, characterized by having cold blood and scaly skin

on a very infrequent basis

to not give permission typically through the use of authority, rules, etc.

based on clear reasoning or sound judgment

to present or show something publicly to inform or entertain an audience

to be in the process of being done or carried out

an act done to prevent something unpleasant or bad from happening

to take something out from something else, particularly when it is not easy to do

happening or existing before something else

to hold someone tightly in one's arms, especially to show affection

showing courage or determination in the face of danger or adversity

involving only a part of something