recede - To move back or withdraw from a previous position, often used in the context of water, hairline, or a retreating force.

stonewall - To delay or block a request or process by being evasive and refusing to cooperate.

haggle - To dispute or bargain persistently, especially over the cost of something

instigate - To cause an event or situation to happen by starting some actions

violate - To act against or attack a princple, rule, agreement or law that should be treated with respect.

rattle - To disturb or unsettle someone, especially by causing anxiety or fear; or to make a series of short, sharp sounds.

bask - To lie exposed to warmth and sunlight for relaxation and pleasure.

taunt - To provoke or challenge someone with insulting remarks

jut - To extend out, over, or beyond the main body or line of something

rave - To talk about someone or something with great enthusiasm

plead - To make an emotional appeal

scoff - To speak to someone or about something in a scornfully derisive or mocking way