Never let me go vocabulary

Carer

One who looks after the sick, disabled, or elderly.

To boast

To talk with pride and self-satisfaction about one's achievements or qualities.

Agitated

Feeling or appearing troubled or nervous.

To hang around (with)

To spend time with someone in a casual way.

To comfort

To soothe or console someone in distress.

To snap out of it

To suddenly stop being sad or upset.

Make a claim (for myself)

To assert or demand something one believes is due.

Not to get half the credit

To not receive the recognition one deserves.

Resentful

Feeling bitterness or indignation at having been treated unfairly.

Bedsit

A living room that serves as a bedroom, often rented.

to get one's back up

To become angry or defensive.

To wear one down

To exhaust someone physically or emotionally.

Assigned

Designated or allocated to a specific task or person.

Instant

A very brief moment of time.

keep one's mind off smth

To distract oneself from unpleasant thoughts.

Blotches

Spots or stains.

Rounders

A bat-and-ball game played in England, similar to baseball.

every nook and cranny

Every part of something, especially when referring to hidden areas.

Guardian

A person who protects or looks after someone.

Prefab building

A structure made from prefabricated materials, often quick to assemble.

Eaves

The lower edges of a roof that overhang the walls.

Wilting

The process of becoming limp or drooping.

To glint

To shine briefly or flicker.

to find fault with smb., smth.

To criticize someone or something.

Smb./smth. doesn’t come into it

Not relevant to the situation.

relish the prospect

To enjoy the idea of something.

vaguely

In a way that is unclear or not definite.

Undisguised

Not concealed; obvious.

Fold

A group of like-minded individuals.

Languorous

Characterized by weakness or fatigue; lethargic.

at full pelt

At maximum speed or effort.

Half-heartedly

Without enthusiasm or energy.

Quip

A witty remark.

Daft

Silly or foolish.

To trammel

To restrict or impede.

To dawn (on, upon) someone

To become evident or clear to someone.

To egg on

To encourage someone to do something.

Snigger

A suppressed laugh or giggle.

Bellowing

Making a loud and deep roar.

To pipe down

To speak more quietly or to calm down.

Recess

A break period in school.

Stern

Severe or strict in manner.

To confine

To restrict someone or something within certain limits.

Desperation

A state of despair, typically one that results in rash behavior.

To grind to a halt

To come to a stop after a process of gradually slowing.

Fractured skull

A break or crack in the skull.

Concussion

Injury to the brain caused by a blow.

to hold it against smb.

To harbor resentment towards someone.

Encounter

An unexpected meeting or confrontation.

To take an interest in

To show curiosity or concern about something.

To get a full account of smth.

To obtain a comprehensive report or description of something.

temper tantrums

Sudden bursts of anger, typically persistently displayed.

To quiz

To ask someone questions to extract information.

To heave over

To throw something or someone over.

To spill all the contents on the floor

To dump everything out onto the ground.

To pin back one’s arms

To hold someone's arms behind them.

To disguise

To alter one’s appearance in order to conceal identity.

Bristles

Short, stiff hair or fibers.

Craze

A widespread enthusiasm for something.

Bash up

To severely injure or damage.

Prolific

Producing large numbers of something.

To be bound

Obligated or compelled to do something.

Donation

A contribution given to help others.

Aerial

Relating to the air.

Glistening

Shining with a sparkling light.

Gleaming

Shining brightly; glowing.

Meandering

Following a winding or twisting course.

to cause a stir

To provoke excitement or controversy.

soft-spoken

Speaking in a gentle or quiet manner.

to tell off

To scold or reprimand someone.

Feeble joke

An ineffective or weak attempt at humor.

Feeble

Weak or lacking strength.

Resentment

A feeling of anger or displeasure at being treated unfairly.

Sneer

A contemptuous or mocking smile.

Relentless

Oppressively constant; unyielding.

Escalate

To increase or intensify.

Comprehension

The ability to understand something.

Persecution

Hostility and ill-treatment, especially because of race or political/religious beliefs.

Steadily

In a constant or gradual manner.

it struck me that…

A realization or sudden understanding.

it struck me as adj.

It seemed to me to be in that particular way.

to spot the change

To notice a difference.

to get tripped (up)

To stumble or make a mistake.

Anticipation

Expectation or prediction of a future event.

Tormentor

One who inflicts pain or distress on others.

Mimicking

Imitating someone’s actions or speech.

To take (up) the cue

To understand or follow a hint.

To mystify

To confuse or bewilder.

Good-natured

Cheerful and friendly.

To probe

To explore or investigate thoroughly.

before long

Soon; in a short time.

Hubbub

A loud noise or uproar.

to be spoiled / spoilt for choice

To have so many good options that choosing is difficult.

within earshot

Within a range that can be heard.

To sneak off

To leave quietly or inconspicuously.

To wave someone over

To signal someone to approach.

Nosy

Too curious about other people's affairs.

To take someone into one’s confidence

To share one's secrets or personal thoughts with someone.

Bewildered

Confused or perplexed.

Crestfallen

Disheartened or disappointed.