to say something suddenly or impulsively, as if by accident

to pat or touch something lightly or gently

to put out a light, fire, or flame, especially with water

to make a continuous low humming sound

to become unsure and hesitant

to move around in a restless, absent-minded, or uneasy manner

to move around in a restless or nervous way

to stare stupidly

to feel or express smug self-satisfaction about something such as an achievement, a possession, or somebody else's misfortune

showing signs of tiredness, anxiety, or hunger on the face, for example, dark rings around the eyes

not paying attention to somebody or to something such as a warning, piece of advice, or danger

act on sudden urges or desires

an unseen force that is though to bring bad luck, or somebody or something, for example, a curse, that is thought to bring bad luck

expressing great delight over a success, achievement, or victory

a place or direction away or sheltered from the wind

repressed or stifled rather than being released or freely expressed

without joy or humor

a noisy argument over a petty matter

the point beyond which something happens or begins