A lock of hair that grows in a direction different from the rest and that resists being combed flat.

Bring shame or discredit on (someone or something).

A strong, fine-textured cotton fabric, typically patterned with colorful stripes or checks.

Say something in a low or barely audible voice, especially in dissatisfaction or irritation.

Trembling or shaking with a slight rapid motion.

A rare thing, especially one having particular value.

(of a person or their actions) without thinking or caring about the consequences of an action.

To understand

Incapable of being fully explored or understood.

Another word for a gun.

(of a person or their manner) unwilling or unable to believe something.

In a casually calm and relaxed manner.

Dishonestly, mischieviously

(of a person) disorganized and lacking in concentration.

Frown in an angry or bad-tempered way.

Coerce or trick (someone) into a place or position or into doing something.

Give a slight involuntary grimace or shrinking movement of the body out of or in anticipation of pain or distress.

Not friendly or forthcoming; cool and distant.

Having or showing skill in achieving one's ends by deceit or evasion.

Greatly astonish or amaze.

A group or class of people seen as having the greatest power and influence within a society, especially because of their wealth or privilege.

In a brave or heroic manner.

To be stubborn.