1.squash
There were 2,000 people squashed into her recent show.
2.guffaw
He bursts into a loud guffaw.
3.podium
They appeared headed for a quick, triumphant march to the top of the podium.
summary:
Nick was going to make a birthday speech, but headless Patrick and his men succeeded in attracting the guests' attention by playing Head Hockey. Harry and his friends were going to leave that unpleasant place.
