Example: He was in complete despair after loosing his father, last June.
Preamble- the introductory part of a statute, deed, constitution, or other document, stating the intent of what follows.
Example: "Virginity is now a mere preamble or waiting room to be got out of as soon as possible; it is without significance. Old age is similarly a waiting room, where you go after life's over and wait for cancer or a stroke. The years before and after the menstrual years are vestigial: the only meaningful condition left to women is that of fruitfulness. "-Ursula K. Le Guin (b. 1929), U.S. author. repr. In Dancing at the Edge of the World (1989). "The Space Crone," The Co-Evolution Quarterly (Summer 1976)
Stagger- To begin to lose confidence or strength of purpose; wave
Example: He staggered backward under the tremendous weight and crashed into the wall after hearing the bad news.
Holistic- Concerned with wholes rather than analysis or separation into parts
Example: Our range of services has also expanded to provide a totally holistic approach to environmental consultancy.
Adultery- Voluntary sexual intercourse between a married person and a partner other than the lawful spouse
Example: Eighty-eight percent of respondents said adultery is morally wrong because of cheating on your beloved.