to hang one's head; to look down; to cast one's eyes downward
contemplation; meditation
plan; project; attempt; plot; scheme; undertaking
to be involved (in); to get involved (in); to relate to (a matter); to pertain to; to (seriously) affect; to concern
come (on); come now; all right; right; well; hmm
plausible (but untrue); credible (e.g. lie); specious; seemingly truthful
in truth; in actuality; at heart; the truth; the real story
to gulp down (alcohol, poison, etc.); to quaff; to down
(not) so; (not) particularly; (not) very; (not) that much
admiration; being impressed; admirable; praiseworthy; astonishment; being appalled
groan; moan; growl; roar; hum (of a machine, power lines, etc.); drone (e.g. of an engine)
to rustle (in the wind); to sway; to stir; to blow gently (of the wind); to blow softly
inconsequential; indifferent; not worth worrying about; whatever; whichever; I don't care
something small; something petty; trifle
giving and taking; exchange (of letters); arguing back and forth; (conversational) exchange
sidelong glance; short grain (paper); kanji "net" radical at top
style; way; shape; dress; attire; clothing
consent; agreement; acceptance; understanding; satisfaction (e.g. with an explanation); being convinced
... or something (like that); ... or whatever; so-called ...; a certain ...
clear; precise; definite; distinct
seems to be; appears to have; supposed to be
out of bounds; beyond the pale
preference; priority; precedence; right of way
to desire; to want; to expect (of someone); to hope for; to see; to command (a view of)
sole sword; unarmed but for a sword
so far; up to now; hitherto; that's enough (for today); it ends here
quick; swift; nimble; quick (understanding, judgement, etc.); alert; prompt
powerful; strong; forceful; reassuring; encouraging
pride; self-confidence; thinking highly of oneself; being proud of one's abilities or achievements
to (make something) quiver; to shake; to tremble; to vibrate
groan; moan; growl; snarl; hum (e.g. of a motor); buzz
at one's feet; underfoot; gait; pace; most recent; current
to make a vow; to take an oath
Battle of Toba-Fushimi (January 27-31, 1868)
large number (of); many; majority
injured person; wounded person
castle (in place names); castle; fortress
eaves; narrow aisle surrounding the core of a temple building
politics; government; peace; (arch.) medical treatment; (arch.) cure