Mother to Tigers

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Mother to Tigers

• by George Ella Lyons

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strolled

• If you strolled, you walked in a slow, relaxed
  way.

• We strolled through the park and listened to the
  birds.

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pitiful

• Something that causes you to feel sorry for it is
  pitiful.

• The pitiful cat was lost.

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sleepy

• If you are sleepy, you are ready to go to sleep.

• The sleepy child crawled into bed.

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crouch

• You crouch close to the ground by bending your
  knees completely.

• A tiger will crouch before it springs.

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official

• Something is official if people in charge approve
  it.

• The mayor made an official statement.

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sleek

• A sleek animal looks healthy and well cared for.

• The cat was sleek and healthy.

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grace

• Something that moves smoothly has grace.

• A ballet dancer moves with grace.