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very enthusiastic and dedicated

bend the knees and bow in a servile manner

a Chinese martial art encompassing a wide range of fighting styles and techniques

used as a poetic way to bid someone farewell

by ordering items listed individually on a menu

the atmosphere of an environment

a drink, particularly alcoholic, consumed before a meal to stimulate one's appetite

at an appropriate or fitting moment

a specialist assigned to the staff of a diplomatic mission

nonchalantly unconcerned

used to wish someone a good appetite or enjoyable meal before they start eating

used to wish someone a safe and enjoyable journey before they embark on a trip

belonging to the middle class

a small store in which fashionable clothes or accessories are sold

small, decorative items or trinkets, often of little value individually but collectively creating a visually appealing display

loud confused noise from many sources

a feeling of mutual trust and friendship among people who spend a lot of time together

complete freedom or unrestricted authority given to someone to act as they wish in a particular situation

a large country house or mansion, typically of French origin, often associated with luxury, grandeur, and historical significance

the art of making pictures by sticking photographs, pieces of cloth or colored paper onto a surface

someone who is employed by a hotel to help guests by booking events, making restaurant reservations, etc.

an individual who is an expert of art, food, music, etc. and can judge its quality

a brilliant and notable success

a sudden, violent seizure of governmental power by a small group

a sweet alcoholic drink with mint flavor

a sweet alcoholic drink with chocolate flavor

a street with one closed end

an absolute failure which leads to shame or disgrace

the act of beginning something new

a woman who is making a public appearance for the first time, especially in movies or sports

having lost social or cultural status, often implying a decline in class or prestige

the feeling that a current situation has happened before, even though it is new

a phrase or word that intentionally conveys two distinct meanings, usually with one sexual connotation

a level or rank in an organization, profession, or society, indicating a person's status or authority within that hierarchy

an oval cake made with a light pastry, filled with cream or custard and topped with chocolate icing

a small group of people in a society who enjoy a lot of advantages because of their economic, intellectual, etc. superiority

an individual who has left their native country to settle in another due to political reasons, war, or other upheavals

a feeling of being bored, tired, or dissatisfied because nothing interesting or exciting is happening

on a route to some place

a cohesive group of performers in ballet or theater who work together in synchronized movements or actions to support the main performers or create a backdrop for the production

the main segment of a meal

*** This French expression refers to something that has been done and cannot be changed.

an extremely embarrassing and inappropriate comment or behavior in a particular social situation

the closing section of a musical composition

the act of dealing with a situation in a subtle and skillful way

someone who takes great pleasure in food and dining, often with a discerning palate and a penchant for indulgence

someone who enjoys and knows about food and wine very much

the products of making highly fashionable and expensive clothing

fancy and carefully prepared food with beautiful presentation and top-notch ingredients

a small dish served before the main course as an appetizer

an intangible quality that makes someone or something attractive, appealing, or intriguing, but which is difficult to describe or define

the doctrine that government should not interfere in commercial affairs

someone who is in charge of the waiters and waitresses of a restaurant

a feeling of being physically ill and irritated without knowing the reason

a carnival held in some countries on Shrove Tuesday (the last day before Lent) but especially in New Orleans

a motley assortment of things

a fight that is noisy, confusing, and involves many people

household for three; an arrangement where a married couple and a lover of one of them live together while sharing sexual relations

the social or cultural setting or environment

used as a French courtesy title; equivalent to English `Mr'

an author's pseudonym

a person who has suddenly risen to a higher economic status but has not gained social acceptance of others in that class

a French style of cooking known for its light, delicate dishes, fresh ingredients, and artistic presentation

outdated, or no longer in style

the most important or impressive part of a series, event, or work

a small secondary residence, typically located in a city or urban area, that is used as a temporary or occasional dwelling

causing strong emotions, especially sadness or empathy

a collection or mixture of miscellaneous items, often diverse in nature

a French phrase meaning "Please respond," used on invitations to request a reply about whether the person will attend an event or not

suggestive of sexual impropriety

elegant sitting room where guests are received

social skill

a private discussion, often between two people

used humorously to show that someone has made a good point in an argument or discussion

a brilliant or masterful performance that attracts a lot of attention or displays great skill

an art technique that deceives the eye by creating realistic optical illusions

used to indicate a comparison or contrast between two things or people

used to express the sudden appearance, revelation, or accomplishment of something

an acute but unspecific feeling of anxiety; usually reserved for philosophical anxiety about the world or about personal freedom

an artificial or inferior substitute or imitation

*** used when somebody has sneezed to wish them good health

destroyed or killed

a class or school that prepares four-year-old to six-year-old children for elementary school

excluded from use or mention

a young person who achieves remarkable success

a point of weakness or vulnerability

a very good-looking or sexually appealing young man

a sweet fruit salad that typically contains shredded coconut, marshmallows, and whipped cream

stimulating sexual desire

a compelling charm or attractiveness that inspires devotion and enthusiasm in others

extremely large in size or scale

the universe, particularly when it is thought of as a systematic whole

relating to or causing sexual arousal or excitement

used to express sudden realization, discovery, or enlightenment

a running race of 26 miles or 42 kilometers

a reliable and experienced person who helps those with less experience

a psychological trait or personality disorder where someone is excessively self-centered and believes they are superior to others

the sweet juice from fruits, often undiluted and pure

a formidable opponent or persistent force that causes misery, defeat, or downfall

a long wandering and eventful journey