verb - to talk to someone or write to them regularly, so you don’t lose contact
adjective, formal - having the same size and shape; in agreement or harmony
noun - a small, thin stick used for removing food from between the teeth
noun - a very thin thread or fibre, especially one that is long, flexible, and often delicate
verb, formal - to steal from or destroy something, especially in a violent or aggressive way
noun - a difficult or unpleasant situation, especially one that continues for a long time
verb, formal - to state or argue something strongly, especially in a formal context or in disagreement
verb - to struggle or compete against someone or something difficult, often in order to win or survive
noun - a small, flat handbag for women
noun, formal - kindness or mercy shown to someone, especially when punishing them
adjective - very silly or stupid; lacking meaning or sense