to take into one's possession; to receive; to take into one's care (e.g. person, pet); to take custody of; to leave; to go away
to correct; to touch up; to smarten up; to put one's hand in (e.g. pocket)
testimony; (verbal) evidence
to get change back; to be more than enough
explanation (e.g. for one's actions); excuse; justification; defense; defence
(one's) superior; (one's) boss; the higher-ups
confusion; mixing; merger
legitimate self-defence; legitimate self-defense
to the end; to the bitter end; to the last; after all; it must be remembered; only
curious personality; nosiness; curiosity; rubbernecking
does not seem; unlikely; improbable
absolute best; very finest; top-class; first-rate; elite
proper; appropriate; due; suitable
live coals (for firelighting); cause (of disturbance, conflict, etc.); trigger
to scatter; to sprinkle; to distribute (flyers, etc.); to give out; to shake off (a pursuer, companion, etc.); to give the slip
growth; development; stretching (one's body, e.g. when waking up); (ability to) spread (of paint, cream, etc.); elongation; extension
thoroughly; carefully; deliberately; seriously; fully
to come to know; to perceive; to realize; to realise; to become aware (of)
ghastliness; dreadfulness; grimness; intimidation; menace; threat
relieving; refreshing; satisfying
being put to shame; being outshone; being eclipsed; feeling embarrassed
person who has been through a lot; worldly-wise person; one who has seen it all
popular; well-liked; common; frequent; popular music; pop music
seducer; tempter; temptress; enticer; charmer; betrayer
true to one's name; living up to one's name
to cross over; to go across; to extend; to cover; to range
in order; in turn; one by one
to make sure; to check; to ascertain; to confirm; to verify
abduction; kidnapping; kidnaping
human trafficking; slave trade
other crimes; further offenses; further offences
arrangement; preparations; search (by police)