Fish in a Tree by Lynda Mullaly Hunt, Vocabulary List Chapters 10-17

to act in the way that is required by (something, such as a rule, belief, or promise)

"It seems to adhere to the standards of a typical doll."

to say usually in an unwilling way that you accept or do not deny the truth or existence of (something)

I'm feeling pretty proud, I must admit.

the exchange (as by speech or letter) of information between persons

"This is about communication."

final decision reached by reasoning

"That isn't a logical conclusion."

something opposite

"Quite the contrary," Albert begins.

not able to think or speak clearly usually because of a high fever or other illness

I wonder if he's delirious.

showing great worry and loss of hope

I know what his answer will be, but I ask anyway. I'm desperate.

to give (money, food, clothes, etc.) in order to help a person or organization

The bad news is that they have been donated by Jessica's father, the florist.

wild or threatening in appearance

They are fierce kickers with sharp claws.

to wave the arms or legs wildly

"Me want cupcake!" Oliver says, flailing about a bit.

to make a demand

She wants to ride a horse the real way — not sidesaddle like her mother insists.

to study by close examination and questioning

"Creative investigation!"

according to a proper or reasonable way of thinking

"Logically, if a person was to pull another down, it would mean that he or she is already below that person."

causing feelings of pity, tenderness, or sorrow

"Can you believe it?" Shay asks. "How pathetic is that?"