to mix; to stir; to scramble; to churn
inherent flavor; inherent flavour; natural taste; distinctive characteristic (of a person, work, etc.); peculiar quality; special ability
treasure; treasured item; prized possession
a dime a dozen; two a penny
to be squashed by; to be pinned under
chain reaction; nuclear chain reaction
prosperity; glory; splendour; splendor; majesty; luxury
block (of wood); chip; splinter
the mere shadow of one's former self; the ruin of what one once was
inheritance; bequest; legacy; heritage
ultimate weapon; one's final trump card
hello; good day; good afternoon
treatment; service; handling; management
new development; new discovery
withdrawal symptoms; abstinence syndrome
courageous; brave; bold; valiant
publisher; publishing house; publishing company
press; print shop; printing office
compilation (of a text); editing; volume (of a text); completed literary work
fresh; (liquid) non-dairy creamer; coffee whitener
promise; agreement; arrangement; something expected or predictable (e.g. running gag); typical or clichéd development (in a story); something considered obligatory or guaranteed (in a certain situation)
story; tale; legend; plot; storyline
acknowledgement; acknowledgment; understanding (e.g. "please be understanding of the mess during our renovation"); noting
modern; current; contemporary; trendy; latest; up-to-date
young man; young woman; young people; youth; youngsters
example; simile; metaphor; allegory
gyaru; (young) woman adhering to a fashion trend usually marked by brown or blond-dyed hair, gaudy clothes and accessories; gal
rough; careless; slovenly; slipshod; rude; impolite
fine wrinkles; crow's feet
kitchen waste; food scraps; raw garbage
to pour drinks for each other; to drink together
don't worry about it; it's nothing; don't give it a thought
short pause; short interval
to get in someone's pocket; to help oneself to someone's wallet; to curry favour (favor); to butter up; to get in close to one's opponent
practice game; practice match; scrimmage; workout
intimate friend; close friend; bosom buddy; chum
to rub on; to rub against; to lay the blame on; to strike (a match)