Peter the Great

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Clutch: (verb)

To grasp or hold tightly.

Conjured: (verb)

To summon or bring into existence as if by magic.

Fabrics: (noun)

Textiles or materials made from weaving or knitting fibers.

Littered: (verb)

To scatter or spread untidily over a surface.

Pistols: (noun)

Short firearms designed to be held in one hand.

Haunt: (verb)

To visit often or continually; can also refer to a ghostly presence.

Candidates: (noun)

Individuals who are being considered for a position or role.

Physicians: (noun)

Medical doctors who diagnose and treat illnesses.

Birthmark: (noun)

A mark or spot on the skin present at birth.

Bunched: (verb)

To gather or form into a tight group or cluster.

Consensus: (noun)

General agreement among a group.

Subtly: (adverb)

In a manner that is not obvious; delicately or understatedly.

Twitches: (verb)

To make quick, sudden movements; spasms.

Yells: (verb)

To shout loudly; to call out with a loud voice.

Arthritic: (adjective)

Relating to arthritis; characterized by joint pain and stiffness.

Decree: (noun)

An official order or decision made by a legal authority.

Antics: (noun)

Silly or playful behavior; actions that are amusing or entertaining.

Borne: (verb)

To carry or support; past participle of bear.

Brunt: (noun)

The main force or impact of something, often referring to a negative event.

Bubble: (noun)

A thin sphere of liquid enclosing air or gas; can also refer to a situation that is fragile.

Bursts: (verb)

To break open or apart suddenly and violently.

Discarded: (verb)

To throw away or get rid of something.

Entangled: (verb)

To become twisted together or involved with something.

Growls: (verb)

To make a low, guttural sound, often associated with animals.

Jingling: (verb)

To make a light ringing sound, often from metal objects.

Interrupts: (verb)

To break the continuity of something; to stop someone while speaking.

Patched: (verb)

To repair or mend something by adding a piece of material.