CSI: Crime Scene Investigation S12E8: English vocabulary

the front edge of a step or stair

the condition of not getting enough oxygen, which can cause unconsciousness or death

a soft, low, continuous sound

the ability to contact or reach someone, especially in get ahold of

to make a loud, sharp metallic sound

to correct or improve a bad or unfair situation

one of the front teeth used for cutting food

based on the facts and details of a situation

relating to the area around the pubic bone or genitals

a thin layer of fine wood or another material used to cover a cheaper surface

a strong smell, especially smoke, gas, or vapor

to get something, especially in a casual or slightly sneaky way

a sudden, uncontrollable tightening of a muscle

more able or skilled than someone or something else

a small piece of soft material used for cleaning a wound or taking a sample

coming from the south, or moving toward the south

to take food, drink, or a substance into the body by swallowing or absorbing it

full of longing or sadness for someone or something

relating to the pancreas

too great or shocking to be described

to cry out in a long, high, sad sound

the act of breathing in

a clear liquid used to give wood a hard, shiny finish

a person who drives a truck for a living

shaped like a sphere; round like a ball

funny or unusual in a slightly odd way

a grape plant or vine

something that makes a surface, line, or shape even or level

to breathe air, smoke, or gas into your lungs

the process of spreading or increasing in number

the amount or degree to which something is curved

damaged by a sharp object that has made a hole in it

done in a way that is not lawful or fair

a person whose job is to stop troublemakers from entering a bar, club, or similar place

having a rough edge made of sharp points or uneven lines

a narrow passage between or behind buildings

to read or look through something quickly, without paying close attention

a sharp piece of broken glass, pottery, or rock

to shout loudly because you are excited or happy

to formally accuse someone of a serious crime

an alcoholic drink made from fermented honey and water

shaped like a cylinder

slightly moving the head up and down, usually to show agreement or acknowledgment

to make a deep sound because of pain, sadness, or tiredness

to force someone to do something, or make them feel they must do it

an opening part of a book, play, or film that comes before the main story

a place that gives care to people who are very ill, especially near the end of life

to move very slowly and carefully in a particular direction

a very rich and powerful business person

strange in a way that makes you feel nervous or frightened

a group of businesses that work together to control prices and limit competition

very shocking and disgusting, especially because of violence or injury

the act of removing a covering, layer, or clothes

to complain in a high, annoying voice

relating to the force of gravity

moving or walking with quick, light steps

a small hole made by something sharp, especially in a tire

to end well or be resolved successfully

very unusual, unconventional, or extreme

a large fire outdoors, often for a celebration or event

the idea that people in the U.S. can succeed and live better through hard work

lasting forever or seeming to continue without end

a game in which a player or side must reach five points before the other side does

to scatter something in small drops or pieces over a surface

the period of life between childhood and adulthood

past tense and past participle of shoot

a short, sharp ringing sound

punishment or suffering that is seen as payback for a wrong

staying hidden or shut away in a place, often for safety or privacy

stealing things, especially in a casual or sneaky way

burning very brightly and strongly

to shake slightly and uncontrollably, often because you are nervous, cold, or weak

a person who wants to control other people or every detail of a situation

very cruel, disturbing, or mentally unbalanced

a feeling or guess based on intuition, not facts

a shout warning that an opponent is coming up behind you