resemble; favor (in appearance). "Both my sister and I take after our father."

postpone; delay; avoid. "I can't put this work off any longer. If I don't do it soon, it'll be impossible to finish it in time."

decrease the volume. "Your music is giving me a headache! Please turn it down or use your headphones!"

arrive; appear. "The boss was very upset when you didn't show up for the meeting. What happened?"

stop being behind. "Terry stopped to rest for a few minutes. He'll catch up with us later."

faint; lose consciousness. "When Ella heard that she'd won a million dollars, she was so shocked that she passed out."

represent. "These letters seem to be an abbreviation. Do you know what they stand for?"

begin to wear. "It's a little bit chilly outside. You'd better put a sweater on."

become calm, less agitated or upset. "Why are you so upset? Suzie didn't intend to spill orange juice on you. Calm down!"

delay. "I'm sorry I'm late. There was an accident on the freeway and traffic held me up."

submit homework, an assignment, etc. "You'd better get started on your report. You know that you have to hand it in at 8:30 tomorrow morning!"

stop by turning a handle or switch. "I'm cold. Do you mind if I turn the air conditioner off?"

anticipate pleasantly; think about a pleasant thing before it hap- pens "I'm really looking forward to vacation. I can't wait for it to begin!"