to sting

to prick a thorn, as done by a bee

to be stung by an insect

the post or mail

to pry the door open, to break the door open

give severe punishment

to sneer (at), to cast (an obligation) in the teeth (of)

to considerably alter something, to adulterate, mix

plus-minus, constant changes, additions and subtractions

depend upon, live on

uncover, remove purdah

live on free food

making small balls out of floor

do something necessitating renewal of ablutions

be cruel, do or say something outrageous

to break an engagement, or promise, break one's promise or pact

to wear out one's legs in vain, to be marched or trotted about in vain, to be tired, to desist from visiting (a person), to run vainly after (a person), to visit (one) very often

be disappointed, become hopeless

break up before or after marriage, engagement break up