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Question 1

Unobtrusively

Answer 1

in a way that is not conspicuous or attracting attention.

Question 2

Expectancy

Answer 2

the state of thinking or hoping that something, especially something pleasant, will happen or be the case

Question 3

Feeble

Answer 3

lacking physical strength, especially as a result of age or illness

Question 4

Doggedly

Answer 4

in a manner that shows tenacity and grim persistence

Question 5

Peaked

Answer 5

(of a person) gaunt and pale from illness or fatigue

Question 6

Meddling

Answer 6

intrusive or unwarranted interference

Question 7

Self-righteously

Answer 7

Smugly or unduly

Question 8

Tentatively

Answer 8

subject to further confirmation; not definitely

Question 9

Furtively

Answer 9

in a way that attempts to avoid notice or attention; secretively.

Question 10

Notions

Answer 10

a conception of or belief about something

Question 11

Raucous

Answer 11

making or constituting a disturbingly harsh and loud noise

Question 12

Devilment

Answer 12

reckless mischief; wild spirits

Question 13

Shallow

Answer 13

of little depth

Question 14

Dreary

Answer 14

dull, bleak, and lifeless; depressing