traction - The grip or friction between a surface and a moving object, like a tire or shoe; also the gaining of support, momentum, or progress.

staid - Sedate, respectable, and unadventurous

mull - To think about a proposal or request carefully and at length.

prude - A person who is or claims to be easily shocked by matters relating to sex or nudity

strut - Walk with a stiff, erect, and apparently arrogant or conceited gait

flippant - Not showing a serious or respectful attitude

bashful - Reluctant to draw attention to oneself; shy

virtual - Almost or nearly as described, but not completely; something is so nearly true that for most purposes it can be regarded as true; something that exists in essence but not in actuality.

dainty - Delicately small and pretty

fussy - (of a person) fastidious about one's needs or requirements; hard to please

flashback - A sudden, vivid memory of a past event, often triggered by something in the present. Often used in films and books.

fend - Look after and provide for oneself, without any help from others