strike repeatedly with the fists
pummeling
a military force that is raised from the people not an army
militia
optimistic, or confident, a good attribute
positive
one hundred years
century
lean and haggard, especially because of suffering, hunger, or age
gaunt
To convince someone to do something, buy something, eat something
persuade
memorable phrase used in advertising
slogan
in a careful or cautious manner
Gingerly
sympathetic pity and concern for the sufferings or misfortunes of others
compassion
make a gesture with the hand, arm, or head to encourage someone to come nearer or follow
beckoned