The judge created an ______ to keep loud engines from making noise at night.

a preference or special liking for something; a bias in favor of something

Since she had a sweet-tooth, her ______ was for dessert.

anxiety or fear that something bad or unpleasant will happen

I had _________ for the test after not studying.

a thing that causes disgust or hatred

Treating others like prisoners is an ______ of human rights.

humble submission and respect

Knights must show _______ by kneeling to the king.

an authoritative warning or order

A different judge filed an ________ to have the other parties appear in court.

heated disagreement

The subject of a G.O.A.T. in sports is a subject of ________ between oposing sides of the argument.

an indication or hint

Clouds and dark skies were an ________ of something bad to happen next.

(of a comment, event, or fact) cause annoyance or resentment that persists

It really _______s my nerves when people chew with their mouths open.

sully, mar, or spoil

It is the utmost disrespect to _______ someone's grave.

conceal one's true motives, feelings, or beliefs

When working undercover as a military agent or detective one must always be _____ their appearance.

cry and sniff in a feeble or fretful way

Some people think they can _______ their way out of speeding tickets; the CHP does not care if you act pathetic and sad.

envy (someone) the possession or enjoyment of (something)

She _________ed the other team for making it to the finals.

confirm or give support to (a statement, theory, or finding)

Having a solid alibi is a great way to _______ one's whereabouts.

inspiring fear or respect through being impressively large, powerful, intense, or capable

Goliath was a ________ character until the small David took him out.

intended to gain approval or favor; sycophantic

The new student tried buying clothes so he would be _________ in their new school.

in an open and unashamed manner

They saw that the light was red but _______ sped through it.

having or showing a strong or unreasoning desire for revenge

Most ______ characters have been wronged and are upset.

lacking care or attention to duty; negligent

_______ students often miss important details and therefore are marked down because of it.