8-Letter Words Containing: I,R,O,N,Y,_

• hormone produced by the thyroid glands to regulate metabolism by controlling the rate of oxidation in cells

• Refers to heating systems which involve circulating hot water or steam.

• (Greek mythology) a member of the warriors who followed Achilles on the expedition against Troy

• a follower who carries out orders without question

• the act of harassing someone

• the act of moving something by repeated tugs or pushes

• causing distress or worry or anxiety

• the freezing of a seriously ill or recently deceased person to stop tissues from decomposing; the body is preserved until new medical cures are developed that might bring the person back to life

• a rough and bitter manner

• favoritism shown to friends and associates (as by appointing them to positions without regard for their qualifications)

• a sudden short attack

• an initial attempt (especially outside your usual areas of competence)

• steal goods; take as spoils

• briefly enter enemy territory