very bad, awful

not able to happen

in a way that uses strength

to make a quick or jerky movement up and down

to tell about; give notice of

an artificial gem made to resemble a diamond

to give reasons for

to catch or get back by winding in

an edge of a dress that has been folded back and sewn down

The rock I found has a very ___________ streak of color in it.

The day I slammed my finger in the car door was the most ___________ day ever!

I would think it's ______________ for a unicorn to fly down from the clouds.

I held on to the rod ________ while the fish tried to escape.

I like to __________ around in the water on hot days.

If you see a fire, you should __________ the fire department right away.

The crown didn't have real diamonds on it, only __________ which looked convincing.

I tried to __________ why the vase was broken, but everything I said sounded like an excuse.

I had to fight the fish very hard when I was trying to _________ it in!

The __________ of the dress came loose, showing the raw edge.