to take up space; to occupy space
to attract attention; to come into the limelight
right to choose; a say; option
as expected; sure enough; after all (is said and done); in the end; too; also
free; unfettered; according to one's own whims; doing as one likes
behind; in the rear; in back
to complain; to make a complaint
selfish; self-centred; egotistical
thereabouts; vicinity; that area; that situation; those circumstances
to be helpful; to be dependable; to stand by (someone)
lifeboat; friend in need; helping hand; timely help
name; given name; title; fame; renown; pretext
and so; therefore; for that reason
to leave alone; to leave as is; to ignore; to neglect
matter of time; question of time
noon; midday; daytime; lunch
physical education; PE; gym (class)
fitness training; development of physical strength; building stamina; keeping up one's fitness
marathon training in physical education classes in Japanese schools
main; principal; main dish; main course; main part; principal part
long-distance relay race; stagecoach; post horse
to let (someone) hear; to tell (e.g. a story); to make (someone) listen; to make (someone) understand; to grip (someone) with skilful singing, storytelling, etc.; to hold (someone) enchanted by
practice; training; drill; (an) exercise; workout
course; route; course (of study); program; lane (in running, swimming, etc.); course (of action); policy
rough; wild; violent; immoderate; extravagant; reckless
hard fight; close game; struggle; tight contest
activity (esp. energetic); great efforts; conspicuous service; to flourish; to participate actively; to play an active role
dropping out; falling behind; omission; being left out; falling off; coming off
candidate; contender; prospect; candidacy; candidature; nomination
eternal; unlimited; endless
backward glance; sidelong glance; faceless ghost with an eye in its rump
assistance; help; aid; support; reinforcement
to lend a hand; to give a hand; to help; to extend a helping hand
draft papers; call-up notice; red paper
minimum; at the very least