to sever completely, cut in two, to kill outright, to produce complete separation or estrangement (between two persons)

attract

To keep safe.

Metaphorically: to be a disciple of a saint

strangle

utter again and again, make repeated requests (for), repeat ad nauseam

stand and sit frequently, be impatient

cut into pieces

to hit with a a leathern belt

shoelace, band, lace, latchet or thong of leather or another material, thin strip of skin

person difficult to get rid of

keep (someone) employed, busy or occupied, keep (someone) close

in tatters

be perpetually alarmed or afraid

climb by means of a ladder

to vie at flying kites