a lie becomes the truth once enough people believe it

a country at peace

the public

annihilation; obliteration

① grass, shrubs ② the general populace

scratching an itch

gathering together

riding someone's coattails

autumn breeze rustling through the leaves

houeswarming gifts

The younger child has more wit

granary

latticed window

servant

stumble

humbly welcome someone into your home

rice glue

pity; empathy

to look alike

a rare customer, or the appearance of a rare customer