gradually (progressing); steadily; slowly; seeping out (sweat, tears, etc.)
to loosen the reins; to let up on (someone)
to take more time than expected; to take a long time; to be delayed
partner country; other country (in a dispute, arrangement, etc.); opponent (country)
to pluck off (esp. by twisting); to pick; to break off; to wrest (away from); to wrench free; to snatch (away)
astringent; bitter; austere; elegant (and unobtrusive); sour (look); glum
having a loose tongue; being talkative; speaking without thinking; being unable to keep a secret
airspace incursion; airspace violation
chase; pursuit; tracking; following up; tracing
pursuit (of a fleeing enemy); chase
banter; teasing; chaffing; merely asking the price; just looking at goods; window-shopping
convening; calling together (e.g. parliament); call-up (for military service)
reserving (for exclusive use); (full) booking; chartering; block reservation
report (of an investigation); investigation (investigative) report
emergency; accident; rare possibility; unexpected occurrence
good bargain; (a) find; godsend; (a) steal
various countries; various regions; various provinces