come to learn a matter, overhear, be informed

an affair to cool down or lose importance with time

insipid, tasteless

playfulness or coquetry in old age

(of an issue) become serious or critical

playfulness or coquetry in old age

become pale or dull, lose colour

become pale or dull, lose colour

scold, berate, behave rudely

instantly, immediately, in no time

tart or harsh words

be downcast, wear a long face, face to become gaunt (as a sign of illness, weakness or disappointment)

initiate a discussion on something

commonplace remark