Lennie, who had been following the conversation back and forth with his eyes, smiled __________ at the compliment.

While doing the routine on the beam, the Olympic gymnast Simone Biles ________ her body to get the perfect landing.

Carefully weighed or considered; studied; intentional

The old man was reassured. He had drawn a _________ statement from George. He felt safe now, and he spoke more confidently. “Wait’ll you see Curley’s wife.”

A liquid or semi-liquid preparation for rubbing on or applying to the skin for first-aid.

When he had finished combing his hair he moved into the room, and he moved with a ________ achieved only by royalty and master craftsmen.

To soften in feeling or temper, as a person; pacify; appease

George was watching the door. He said OMINOUSLY, “Well, he better watch out for Lennie. Lennie ain’t no fighter, but Lennie’s strong and quick and Lennie don’t know no rules.”

His arms gradually bent at the elbows and his hands closed into fists. He stiffened and went into a slight crouch. His glance was at once calculating and PUGNACIOUS.