To change something in order to improve it

Very clever and involving new ideas, equipment, or methods

To face, meet, or deal with a difficult situation or person

An official request for something, usually in writing

To take control of land or people, to gain control of a situation or emotion, to succeed in something.

A difficult or unpleasant situation that is not easy to get out of.

The attitude or behavior of someone who continues to do, or tries to do, something in a determined way.

To become familiar with a new place, different weather conditions, or a new situation.

Feeling very pleased because you have won something

One who takes place of another

To stretch ligaments in a joint by a sudden twist

To walk about or up and down for pleasure or for show.

Decorated with a lot of frills

A type of large dog with smooth white hair and black dots.