Anagrams of: DIOPTOMETERS

• draw out a discussion or process in order to gain time

• any of various infectious viral diseases of animals

• an angry and disagreeable mood

• paint made by mixing the pigments with water and a binder

• a painting created with paint that is made by mixing the pigments with water and a binder

• a method of painting in which the pigments are mixed with water and a binder; used for painting posters or murals or stage scenery

• paint with distemper

• a legal document giving official permission to do something

• the act of giving a formal (usually written) authorization

• large game fish; found in waters of the West Indies

• consent to, give permission; permit

• make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen

• allow the presence of or allow (an activity) without opposing or prohibiting

• impose anew

• An instrument for measuring the focus of the lens of the eye.

• a verbal commitment by one person to another agreeing to do (or not to do) something in the future

• grounds for feeling hopeful about the future

• make a promise or commitment

• promise to undertake or give

• make a prediction about; tell in advance

• give grounds for expectations

• contribute to the progress or growth of

• give a promotion to or assign to a higher position

• make publicity for; try to sell (a product)

• be changed for a superior chess or checker piece

• change a pawn for a better piece by advancing it to the eighth row, or change a checker piece for a more valuable piece by moving it to the row closest to your opponent