to be convinced (that); to be under the impression (that); to make up one's mind; to set one's heart on; to be obsessed (with a thought, idea, etc.); to think about obsessively
just; justifiable; right; due; proper; equitable
mom's home cooking; taste of mom's cooking; taste of home cooking; food like mom used to make
horse; horse racing; promoted bishop
one way or another; in many ways; in various ways
string; cord; man who is financially dependent on a woman; gigolo; restrictions; conditions
creakingly; squeakingly; tightly (squeezing, pressing, etc.); (drinking) all in one sweep
cooking; food preparation
recipe; prescription (medical); how-to guide (e.g. crafts)
nikujaga; meat and potato stew
hmmm; uh-huh; murmur indicating approval, comprehension, etc.
performance; execution; skill; dexterity; tact
fingers; fingertips; underling; stooge; tool
skillful; skilful; adroit; clever; shrewd; ingenious
method of bringing up; method of raising
to give a glance (at); to take one look at
meanwhile; in the meantime
seasoning; flavour; flavor
to boil well; to stew; to simmer (for a long time); to cook (various ingredients) together
to stuff into; to jam; to shorten; to move closer together; to reduce (spending); to conserve; to focus intently on
(in the) neighbourhood; neighborhood; around; about; for instance; say
saucepan; pot; stew; hot pot
throwing in; inserting; investment; commitment (of funds, personnel, etc.); launching (a product into the market); introduction
juice; soft drink (usu. fruit-based); sweetened drink
bitter smile; wry smile; forced smile; strained laugh
to garnish; to accompany (as a card does a gift); to add to as support; to prop up; to accompany (as an aid, guide, translator, etc.); (arch.) to mimic
solution; solution strategy
defeat; lost battle; losing a war
to come unstuck from; to peel off; to come off
(lit.) blood flows; to have the blood of ... running in one's veins (artist, warrior, etc.); to be born with particular skills, characteristics, etc.; to have something "in one's blood"
extra; more; unnecessary; needless; all the more; even more
trouble; troubles; worry; distress; sorrows; anguish
dots; spots; bit by bit; little by little; here and there; scattered
to trace (drawing); to follow; to imitate; to copy; to reproduce
housewife; mistress (of the house); homemaker