Chapter XII

used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

From this reading The sandy road somewhat retarded his progress, but Master Walker’s horse was a good one and needed little urging.

make an addition (to); join or combine or unite with others; increase the quality, quantity, size or scope of

From this reading So far as Provincetown was directly concerned, Raggett’s change of front would not materially add to the troubles of the inhabitants, who were already completely at the enemy’s mercy.

matters of personal concern

From this reading There were, of course, some necessary explanations to be made to the Provincetown committee, and the worthy citizens who had charge of affairs in that place were much disturbed when they got confirmation of the rumor that the British were fully determined to assume the offensive in earnest.

prior to a specified or implied time

From this reading So far as Provincetown was directly concerned, Raggett’s change of front would not materially add to the troubles of the inhabitants, who were already completely at the enemy’s mercy.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading An Argument.

used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading The sandy road somewhat retarded his progress, but Master Walker’s horse was a good one and needed little urging.

a fact or assertion offered as evidence that something is true

From this reading An Argument.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading So far as Provincetown was directly concerned, Raggett’s change of front would not materially add to the troubles of the inhabitants, who were already completely at the enemy’s mercy.

take to be the case or to be true; accept without verification or proof

From this reading There were, of course, some necessary explanations to be made to the Provincetown committee, and the worthy citizens who had charge of affairs in that place were much disturbed when they got confirmation of the rumor that the British were fully determined to assume the offensive in earnest.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading So far as Provincetown was directly concerned, Raggett’s change of front would not materially add to the troubles of the inhabitants, who were already completely at the enemy’s mercy.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading There were, of course, some necessary explanations to be made to the Provincetown committee, and the worthy citizens who had charge of affairs in that place were much disturbed when they got confirmation of the rumor that the British were fully determined to assume the offensive in earnest.

the people of Great Britain

From this reading There were, of course, some necessary explanations to be made to the Provincetown committee, and the worthy citizens who had charge of affairs in that place were much disturbed when they got confirmation of the rumor that the British were fully determined to assume the offensive in earnest.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading The sandy road somewhat retarded his progress, but Master Walker’s horse was a good one and needed little urging.

cause to change; make different; cause a transformation

From this reading So far as Provincetown was directly concerned, Raggett’s change of front would not materially add to the troubles of the inhabitants, who were already completely at the enemy’s mercy.

to make a rush at or sudden attack upon, as in battle

From this reading There were, of course, some necessary explanations to be made to the Provincetown committee, and the worthy citizens who had charge of affairs in that place were much disturbed when they got confirmation of the rumor that the British were fully determined to assume the offensive in earnest.

plural of “citizen” — a native or naturalized member of a state or other political community

From this reading There were, of course, some necessary explanations to be made to the Provincetown committee, and the worthy citizens who had charge of affairs in that place were much disturbed when they got confirmation of the rumor that the British were fully determined to assume the offensive in earnest.

a special group delegated to consider some matter

From this reading There were, of course, some necessary explanations to be made to the Provincetown committee, and the worthy citizens who had charge of affairs in that place were much disturbed when they got confirmation of the rumor that the British were fully determined to assume the offensive in earnest.

to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)

From this reading So far as Provincetown was directly concerned, Raggett’s change of front would not materially add to the troubles of the inhabitants, who were already completely at the enemy’s mercy.

feeling or showing worry or solicitude

From this reading So far as Provincetown was directly concerned, Raggett’s change of front would not materially add to the troubles of the inhabitants, who were already completely at the enemy’s mercy.

additional proof that something that was believed (some fact or hypothesis or theory) is correct

From this reading There were, of course, some necessary explanations to be made to the Provincetown committee, and the worthy citizens who had charge of affairs in that place were much disturbed when they got confirmation of the rumor that the British were fully determined to assume the offensive in earnest.

education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings

From this reading There were, of course, some necessary explanations to be made to the Provincetown committee, and the worthy citizens who had charge of affairs in that place were much disturbed when they got confirmation of the rumor that the British were fully determined to assume the offensive in earnest.

cause to be slowed down or delayed

From this reading The trusty pedler made no unnecessary delay on his return journey from Provincetown.

characterized by great determination

From this reading There were, of course, some necessary explanations to be made to the Provincetown committee, and the worthy citizens who had charge of affairs in that place were much disturbed when they got confirmation of the rumor that the British were fully determined to assume the offensive in earnest.

without deviation

From this reading So far as Provincetown was directly concerned, Raggett’s change of front would not materially add to the troubles of the inhabitants, who were already completely at the enemy’s mercy.

having the place or position changed

From this reading There were, of course, some necessary explanations to be made to the Provincetown committee, and the worthy citizens who had charge of affairs in that place were much disturbed when they got confirmation of the rumor that the British were fully determined to assume the offensive in earnest.

characterized by a firm and humorless belief in the validity of your opinions

From this reading There were, of course, some necessary explanations to be made to the Provincetown committee, and the worthy citizens who had charge of affairs in that place were much disturbed when they got confirmation of the rumor that the British were fully determined to assume the offensive in earnest.

possessive form of “enemy” — an opposing military force

From this reading So far as Provincetown was directly concerned, Raggett’s change of front would not materially add to the troubles of the inhabitants, who were already completely at the enemy’s mercy.

plural of “explanation” — a statement that makes something comprehensible by describing the relevant structure or operation or circumstances etc.

From this reading There were, of course, some necessary explanations to be made to the Provincetown committee, and the worthy citizens who had charge of affairs in that place were much disturbed when they got confirmation of the rumor that the British were fully determined to assume the offensive in earnest.

to a considerable degree; very much

From this reading So far as Provincetown was directly concerned, Raggett’s change of front would not materially add to the troubles of the inhabitants, who were already completely at the enemy’s mercy.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading The trusty pedler made no unnecessary delay on his return journey from Provincetown.

the side that is forward or prominent

From this reading So far as Provincetown was directly concerned, Raggett’s change of front would not materially add to the troubles of the inhabitants, who were already completely at the enemy’s mercy.

to the greatest degree or extent; completely or entirely; (“full” in this sense is used as a combining form)

From this reading There were, of course, some necessary explanations to be made to the Provincetown committee, and the worthy citizens who had charge of affairs in that place were much disturbed when they got confirmation of the rumor that the British were fully determined to assume the offensive in earnest.

having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified

From this reading The sandy road somewhat retarded his progress, but Master Walker’s horse was a good one and needed little urging.

inflected form of “get” — come into the possession of something concrete or abstract

From this reading There were, of course, some necessary explanations to be made to the Provincetown committee, and the worthy citizens who had charge of affairs in that place were much disturbed when they got confirmation of the rumor that the British were fully determined to assume the offensive in earnest.

the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect

From this reading There were, of course, some necessary explanations to be made to the Provincetown committee, and the worthy citizens who had charge of affairs in that place were much disturbed when they got confirmation of the rumor that the British were fully determined to assume the offensive in earnest.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading The trusty pedler made no unnecessary delay on his return journey from Provincetown.

solid-hoofed herbivorous quadruped domesticated since prehistoric times

From this reading The sandy road somewhat retarded his progress, but Master Walker’s horse was a good one and needed little urging.

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading There were, of course, some necessary explanations to be made to the Provincetown committee, and the worthy citizens who had charge of affairs in that place were much disturbed when they got confirmation of the rumor that the British were fully determined to assume the offensive in earnest.

plural of “inhabitant” — a person who inhabits a particular place

From this reading So far as Provincetown was directly concerned, Raggett’s change of front would not materially add to the troubles of the inhabitants, who were already completely at the enemy’s mercy.

undertake a journey or trip

From this reading The trusty pedler made no unnecessary delay on his return journey from Provincetown.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading The sandy road somewhat retarded his progress, but Master Walker’s horse was a good one and needed little urging.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading The trusty pedler made no unnecessary delay on his return journey from Provincetown.

an artist of consummate skill

From this reading The sandy road somewhat retarded his progress, but Master Walker’s horse was a good one and needed little urging.

with respect to material aspects

From this reading So far as Provincetown was directly concerned, Raggett’s change of front would not materially add to the troubles of the inhabitants, who were already completely at the enemy’s mercy.

leniency and compassion shown toward offenders by a person or agency charged with administering justice

From this reading So far as Provincetown was directly concerned, Raggett’s change of front would not materially add to the troubles of the inhabitants, who were already completely at the enemy’s mercy.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading There were, of course, some necessary explanations to be made to the Provincetown committee, and the worthy citizens who had charge of affairs in that place were much disturbed when they got confirmation of the rumor that the British were fully determined to assume the offensive in earnest.

absolutely essential

From this reading There were, of course, some necessary explanations to be made to the Provincetown committee, and the worthy citizens who had charge of affairs in that place were much disturbed when they got confirmation of the rumor that the British were fully determined to assume the offensive in earnest.

necessary for relief or supply

From this reading The sandy road somewhat retarded his progress, but Master Walker’s horse was a good one and needed little urging.

not any; not one

From this reading The trusty pedler made no unnecessary delay on his return journey from Provincetown.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading So far as Provincetown was directly concerned, Raggett’s change of front would not materially add to the troubles of the inhabitants, who were already completely at the enemy’s mercy.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading There were, of course, some necessary explanations to be made to the Provincetown committee, and the worthy citizens who had charge of affairs in that place were much disturbed when they got confirmation of the rumor that the British were fully determined to assume the offensive in earnest.

violating or tending to violate or offend against

From this reading There were, of course, some necessary explanations to be made to the Provincetown committee, and the worthy citizens who had charge of affairs in that place were much disturbed when they got confirmation of the rumor that the British were fully determined to assume the offensive in earnest.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading The trusty pedler made no unnecessary delay on his return journey from Provincetown.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading The sandy road somewhat retarded his progress, but Master Walker’s horse was a good one and needed little urging.

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From this reading The trusty pedler made no unnecessary delay on his return journey from Provincetown.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading There were, of course, some necessary explanations to be made to the Provincetown committee, and the worthy citizens who had charge of affairs in that place were much disturbed when they got confirmation of the rumor that the British were fully determined to assume the offensive in earnest.

gradual improvement or growth or development

From this reading The sandy road somewhat retarded his progress, but Master Walker’s horse was a good one and needed little urging.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading The trusty pedler made no unnecessary delay on his return journey from Provincetown.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading So far as Provincetown was directly concerned, Raggett’s change of front would not materially add to the troubles of the inhabitants, who were already completely at the enemy’s mercy.

relatively slow in mental or emotional or physical development

From this reading The sandy road somewhat retarded his progress, but Master Walker’s horse was a good one and needed little urging.

go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before

From this reading The trusty pedler made no unnecessary delay on his return journey from Provincetown.

an open way (generally public) for travel or transportation

From this reading The sandy road somewhat retarded his progress, but Master Walker’s horse was a good one and needed little urging.

gossip (usually a mixture of truth and untruth) passed around by word of mouth

From this reading There were, of course, some necessary explanations to be made to the Provincetown committee, and the worthy citizens who had charge of affairs in that place were much disturbed when they got confirmation of the rumor that the British were fully determined to assume the offensive in earnest.

of hair color; pale yellowish to yellowish brown

From this reading The sandy road somewhat retarded his progress, but Master Walker’s horse was a good one and needed little urging.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading So far as Provincetown was directly concerned, Raggett’s change of front would not materially add to the troubles of the inhabitants, who were already completely at the enemy’s mercy.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading There were, of course, some necessary explanations to be made to the Provincetown committee, and the worthy citizens who had charge of affairs in that place were much disturbed when they got confirmation of the rumor that the British were fully determined to assume the offensive in earnest.

to a small degree or extent

From this reading The sandy road somewhat retarded his progress, but Master Walker’s horse was a good one and needed little urging.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading There were, of course, some necessary explanations to be made to the Provincetown committee, and the worthy citizens who had charge of affairs in that place were much disturbed when they got confirmation of the rumor that the British were fully determined to assume the offensive in earnest.

used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind

From this reading The trusty pedler made no unnecessary delay on his return journey from Provincetown.

in or at that place or location

From this reading There were, of course, some necessary explanations to be made to the Provincetown committee, and the worthy citizens who had charge of affairs in that place were much disturbed when they got confirmation of the rumor that the British were fully determined to assume the offensive in earnest.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading There were, of course, some necessary explanations to be made to the Provincetown committee, and the worthy citizens who had charge of affairs in that place were much disturbed when they got confirmation of the rumor that the British were fully determined to assume the offensive in earnest.

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading There were, of course, some necessary explanations to be made to the Provincetown committee, and the worthy citizens who had charge of affairs in that place were much disturbed when they got confirmation of the rumor that the British were fully determined to assume the offensive in earnest.

plural of “trouble” — a source of difficulty

From this reading So far as Provincetown was directly concerned, Raggett’s change of front would not materially add to the troubles of the inhabitants, who were already completely at the enemy’s mercy.

a convict who is considered trustworthy and granted special privileges

From this reading The trusty pedler made no unnecessary delay on his return journey from Provincetown.

not necessary

From this reading The trusty pedler made no unnecessary delay on his return journey from Provincetown.

a verbalization that encourages you to attempt something

From this reading The sandy road somewhat retarded his progress, but Master Walker’s horse was a good one and needed little urging.

possessive form of “walker” — New Zealand runner who in 1975 became the first person to run a mile in less that 3 minutes and 50 seconds (born in 1952)

From this reading The sandy road somewhat retarded his progress, but Master Walker’s horse was a good one and needed little urging.

the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading The sandy road somewhat retarded his progress, but Master Walker’s horse was a good one and needed little urging.

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading There were, of course, some necessary explanations to be made to the Provincetown committee, and the worthy citizens who had charge of affairs in that place were much disturbed when they got confirmation of the rumor that the British were fully determined to assume the offensive in earnest.

at the time that

From this reading There were, of course, some necessary explanations to be made to the Provincetown committee, and the worthy citizens who had charge of affairs in that place were much disturbed when they got confirmation of the rumor that the British were fully determined to assume the offensive in earnest.

which person or people

From this reading There were, of course, some necessary explanations to be made to the Provincetown committee, and the worthy citizens who had charge of affairs in that place were much disturbed when they got confirmation of the rumor that the British were fully determined to assume the offensive in earnest.

Having or showing the qualities or abilities that merit recognition in character or magic.

From this reading There were, of course, some necessary explanations to be made to the Provincetown committee, and the worthy citizens who had charge of affairs in that place were much disturbed when they got confirmation of the rumor that the British were fully determined to assume the offensive in earnest.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading So far as Provincetown was directly concerned, Raggett’s change of front would not materially add to the troubles of the inhabitants, who were already completely at the enemy’s mercy.