before one's eyes; in one's presence; up close; personally
to feel like it; to get to think that way; to become so minded
to content oneself with; to be resigned to (one's fate); to be contented (satisfied) with (one's lot)
to support (a theory, claim, etc.); to back up; to substantiate; to prove
persecution complex; delusion of persecution; paranoia
it cannot be that ...; it is highly unlikely that ...; it is impossible that ...
high-grade sake; fine drink
to wreak damage on; to cause trouble to; to ravage; to go around causing damage; to rampage from place to place; to ravage far and wide
not non-existent; not completely lacking; there is some; certainly existent
in these times; in times likes these; the season being what it is
heat; hot air; enthusiasm; excitement; fever
in confusion; in a fluster; in bewilderment; sobbing; tearfully; trembling (voice)
school festival; cultural festival; annual open day school event showcasing student talent
heroine; female protagonist; heroine; heroic woman; brave woman
selection (from many people for an important position); exceptional promotion
government office; government agency; authorities
to run along; to run beside; to follow (a policy, plan, etc.); to act in accordance with; to meet (wishes, expectations, etc.); to satisfy
tear; rip; rent; slit; crack; chasm
secret place; hidden place; female genitalia; the underworld; the other world
to hear; to be told; to know; to receive (order); to undertake; to comply
well-matched (esp. of a couple); becoming; suitable
to be bewildered; to be perplexed
police officer; policeman; constable
many; plenty; varied; all sorts of; colorful (program); crowded (schedule)
to conquer; to subjugate; to overcome
one's first campaign; one's first battle
performance; trick; feat; extraordinary deed; daring act; bold move
to stay long; to hang around; to hang out; to be immersed (in water) for a long time; to soak
steady; honest; sober; straightforward; reliable
to supply (goods, money, etc.); to cover (costs); to pay; to give board; to provide meals
(several) tens; dozens; scores (of)
several weeks; a few weeks
nesting hole; burrow; den
just past noon; afternoon