scamper - (especially of a small animal or child) To run with quick light steps, especially through fear or excitement

croon - To hum or sing in a soft, low voice, especially in a sentimental manner

tarnish - To cause a metal to lose its shine, especially as a result of exposure to air or moisture

thwart - To prevent someone from accomplishing something

dicker - To engage in petty argument or bargaining

rectify - To make something right, especially by removing errors or mistakes made previously.

blurt - To say (something) suddenly and without careful consideration

delude - To mislead someone into believing something that is not true

shimmer - To shine in such a way that the light seems to glow and shake slightly

clutch - To grasp or seize (something) tightly or eagerly

victimize - To treat someone unfairly or punish them without cause

nourish - To provide food or other substances necessary for growth, health, and good condition; also to support or promote the development of something (like ideas, feelings, or relationships).