to exist in name only

to adapt to a mainstream culture; resultant blend of cultures

to coax someone into doing something using charm, and flattery

a period of great excitement or turbulence; to produce alcohol

to speed up the process; to make easier

non-direct; roundabout way

to assign or attribute

to steal something that has been put into your trust

highly caustic or biting

a business that does not live up to its mission and rather exists in name only.

a hateful group that attacks a police station.

The professor spoke in such a manner that no one could understand his logic; he was so non-direct.

the vandals that lifted the bicycle that was not theirs.

when someone becomes sour due to tragic, bitter experiences.