a defense especially of one's opinions, position, or actions

commonplace or dull; matter-of-fact or unimaginative

a clamorous and vigorous attempt to win customers or advance any cause; blatant advertising or publicity

of, characteristic of, or resembling a serpent, as in form or movement

fine arts; a sinuous, spiraling, undulating, or serpentine line or linear motif

to glide, move, or proceed easily or nonchalantly

a departure from what is normal, usual, or expected, typically one that is unwelcome

to urge, advise, or caution earnestly; admonish urgently

selecting or choosing from various sources

three panels or compartments side by side with pictures or carvings

young, new, or inexperienced

pertaining to or occurring in the morning; early in the day

speak or act in an evasive way

foolish or inane, especially in an unconscious, complacent manner; silly; witless

to reduce or lessen in duration, scope, authority, etc.

one's range of knowledge or sight