with Definitions
forlorn - pitifully sad and abandoned or lonely
deftly - in a clever way
preposterous - ridiculous
dawdle - to waste time
upholstery - soft, padded textile covering that is fixed to furniture such as armchairs and sofas.
pry - inquire closely into a persons private affairs
fossilized - the process of becoming a fossil
smug - highly satisfied with oneself
expand - To increase in size or amount
despicable - deserving hatred and contempt