Chapter VIII · Chapter 8

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

From this reading Not since that two-mile race to Four Corners for the letter which proved the wedge to divide her own and Athol's ways, had Beverly been able to "let out a notch," as she put it.

(usually followed by “to”) having the necessary means or skill or know-how or authority to do something

From this reading Not since that two-mile race to Four Corners for the letter which proved the wedge to divide her own and Athol's ways, had Beverly been able to "let out a notch," as she put it.

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

From this reading Not since that two-mile race to Four Corners for the letter which proved the wedge to divide her own and Athol's ways, had Beverly been able to "let out a notch," as she put it.

any member of Athapaskan tribes that migrated to the southwestern desert (from Arizona to Texas and south into Mexico); fought a losing battle from 1861 to 1886 with the United States and were resettled in Oklahoma

From this reading Head thrust forward as far as his graceful slender neck permitted, ears laid back for the first unwelcome word to halt, eyes flashing with exhilaration, and nostrils wide for the deep, full inhalations and exhalations which sent the rich blood coursing through each pulsing artery, little Apache was enjoying his freedom as much as his rider.

a blood vessel that carries blood from the heart to the body

From this reading Head thrust forward as far as his graceful slender neck permitted, ears laid back for the first unwelcome word to halt, eyes flashing with exhilaration, and nostrils wide for the deep, full inhalations and exhalations which sent the rich blood coursing through each pulsing artery, little Apache was enjoying his freedom as much as his rider.

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

From this reading Not since that two-mile race to Four Corners for the letter which proved the wedge to divide her own and Athol's ways, had Beverly been able to "let out a notch," as she put it.

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From this reading Not since that two-mile race to Four Corners for the letter which proved the wedge to divide her own and Athol's ways, had Beverly been able to "let out a notch," as she put it.

plural of “automobile” — a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine

From this reading Virginia roads were made for equestrians, _not_ automobiles.

in or to or toward a former location

From this reading Head thrust forward as far as his graceful slender neck permitted, ears laid back for the first unwelcome word to halt, eyes flashing with exhilaration, and nostrils wide for the deep, full inhalations and exhalations which sent the rich blood coursing through each pulsing artery, little Apache was enjoying his freedom as much as his rider.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Not since that two-mile race to Four Corners for the letter which proved the wedge to divide her own and Athol's ways, had Beverly been able to "let out a notch," as she put it.

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From this reading Not since that two-mile race to Four Corners for the letter which proved the wedge to divide her own and Athol's ways, had Beverly been able to "let out a notch," as she put it.

The red fluid that circulates in the heart and blood vessels.

From this reading Head thrust forward as far as his graceful slender neck permitted, ears laid back for the first unwelcome word to halt, eyes flashing with exhilaration, and nostrils wide for the deep, full inhalations and exhalations which sent the rich blood coursing through each pulsing artery, little Apache was enjoying his freedom as much as his rider.

an unbroken or imperfectly broken mustang

From this reading Nor had the little broncho been permitted to twinkle his legs as they were now twinkling over that soft dirt road.

plural of “climax” — the highest point of anything conceived of as growing or developing or unfolding

From this reading CLIMAXES Meanwhile the runaways were having the very time of their lives.

plural of “corner” — a place off to the side of an area

From this reading Not since that two-mile race to Four Corners for the letter which proved the wedge to divide her own and Athol's ways, had Beverly been able to "let out a notch," as she put it.

hunting with dogs (usually greyhounds) that are trained to chase game (such as hares) by sight instead of by scent

From this reading Head thrust forward as far as his graceful slender neck permitted, ears laid back for the first unwelcome word to halt, eyes flashing with exhilaration, and nostrils wide for the deep, full inhalations and exhalations which sent the rich blood coursing through each pulsing artery, little Apache was enjoying his freedom as much as his rider.

relatively deep or strong; affecting one deeply

From this reading Head thrust forward as far as his graceful slender neck permitted, ears laid back for the first unwelcome word to halt, eyes flashing with exhilaration, and nostrils wide for the deep, full inhalations and exhalations which sent the rich blood coursing through each pulsing artery, little Apache was enjoying his freedom as much as his rider.

the part of the earth's surface consisting of humus and disintegrated rock

From this reading Nor had the little broncho been permitted to twinkle his legs as they were now twinkling over that soft dirt road.

separate into parts or portions

From this reading Not since that two-mile race to Four Corners for the letter which proved the wedge to divide her own and Athol's ways, had Beverly been able to "let out a notch," as she put it.

every one of two or more people or things, taken separately

From this reading Head thrust forward as far as his graceful slender neck permitted, ears laid back for the first unwelcome word to halt, eyes flashing with exhilaration, and nostrils wide for the deep, full inhalations and exhalations which sent the rich blood coursing through each pulsing artery, little Apache was enjoying his freedom as much as his rider.

plural of “ear” — the sense organ for hearing and equilibrium

From this reading Head thrust forward as far as his graceful slender neck permitted, ears laid back for the first unwelcome word to halt, eyes flashing with exhilaration, and nostrils wide for the deep, full inhalations and exhalations which sent the rich blood coursing through each pulsing artery, little Apache was enjoying his freedom as much as his rider.

-ing form of “enjoy” — derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in

From this reading Head thrust forward as far as his graceful slender neck permitted, ears laid back for the first unwelcome word to halt, eyes flashing with exhilaration, and nostrils wide for the deep, full inhalations and exhalations which sent the rich blood coursing through each pulsing artery, little Apache was enjoying his freedom as much as his rider.

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From this reading Virginia roads were made for equestrians, _not_ automobiles.

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

From this reading Head thrust forward as far as his graceful slender neck permitted, ears laid back for the first unwelcome word to halt, eyes flashing with exhilaration, and nostrils wide for the deep, full inhalations and exhalations which sent the rich blood coursing through each pulsing artery, little Apache was enjoying his freedom as much as his rider.

the feeling of lively and cheerful joy

From this reading Head thrust forward as far as his graceful slender neck permitted, ears laid back for the first unwelcome word to halt, eyes flashing with exhilaration, and nostrils wide for the deep, full inhalations and exhalations which sent the rich blood coursing through each pulsing artery, little Apache was enjoying his freedom as much as his rider.

opinion or judgment

From this reading Head thrust forward as far as his graceful slender neck permitted, ears laid back for the first unwelcome word to halt, eyes flashing with exhilaration, and nostrils wide for the deep, full inhalations and exhalations which sent the rich blood coursing through each pulsing artery, little Apache was enjoying his freedom as much as his rider.

to a considerable degree; very much

From this reading Head thrust forward as far as his graceful slender neck permitted, ears laid back for the first unwelcome word to halt, eyes flashing with exhilaration, and nostrils wide for the deep, full inhalations and exhalations which sent the rich blood coursing through each pulsing artery, little Apache was enjoying his freedom as much as his rider.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading Head thrust forward as far as his graceful slender neck permitted, ears laid back for the first unwelcome word to halt, eyes flashing with exhilaration, and nostrils wide for the deep, full inhalations and exhalations which sent the rich blood coursing through each pulsing artery, little Apache was enjoying his freedom as much as his rider.

a short vivid experience

From this reading Head thrust forward as far as his graceful slender neck permitted, ears laid back for the first unwelcome word to halt, eyes flashing with exhilaration, and nostrils wide for the deep, full inhalations and exhalations which sent the rich blood coursing through each pulsing artery, little Apache was enjoying his freedom as much as his rider.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Not since that two-mile race to Four Corners for the letter which proved the wedge to divide her own and Athol's ways, had Beverly been able to "let out a notch," as she put it.

at or to or toward the front

From this reading Head thrust forward as far as his graceful slender neck permitted, ears laid back for the first unwelcome word to halt, eyes flashing with exhilaration, and nostrils wide for the deep, full inhalations and exhalations which sent the rich blood coursing through each pulsing artery, little Apache was enjoying his freedom as much as his rider.

the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one

From this reading Not since that two-mile race to Four Corners for the letter which proved the wedge to divide her own and Athol's ways, had Beverly been able to "let out a notch," as she put it.

the condition of being free; the power to act or speak or think without externally imposed restraints

From this reading Head thrust forward as far as his graceful slender neck permitted, ears laid back for the first unwelcome word to halt, eyes flashing with exhilaration, and nostrils wide for the deep, full inhalations and exhalations which sent the rich blood coursing through each pulsing artery, little Apache was enjoying his freedom as much as his rider.

containing as much or as many as is possible or normal

From this reading Head thrust forward as far as his graceful slender neck permitted, ears laid back for the first unwelcome word to halt, eyes flashing with exhilaration, and nostrils wide for the deep, full inhalations and exhalations which sent the rich blood coursing through each pulsing artery, little Apache was enjoying his freedom as much as his rider.

characterized by beauty of movement, style, form, or execution

From this reading Head thrust forward as far as his graceful slender neck permitted, ears laid back for the first unwelcome word to halt, eyes flashing with exhilaration, and nostrils wide for the deep, full inhalations and exhalations which sent the rich blood coursing through each pulsing artery, little Apache was enjoying his freedom as much as his rider.

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

From this reading Not since that two-mile race to Four Corners for the letter which proved the wedge to divide her own and Athol's ways, had Beverly been able to "let out a notch," as she put it.

cause to stop

From this reading Head thrust forward as far as his graceful slender neck permitted, ears laid back for the first unwelcome word to halt, eyes flashing with exhilaration, and nostrils wide for the deep, full inhalations and exhalations which sent the rich blood coursing through each pulsing artery, little Apache was enjoying his freedom as much as his rider.

the -ing form of “have”

From this reading CLIMAXES Meanwhile the runaways were having the very time of their lives.

the upper part of the human body or the front part of the body in animals; contains the face and brains

From this reading Head thrust forward as far as his graceful slender neck permitted, ears laid back for the first unwelcome word to halt, eyes flashing with exhilaration, and nostrils wide for the deep, full inhalations and exhalations which sent the rich blood coursing through each pulsing artery, little Apache was enjoying his freedom as much as his rider.

belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned

From this reading Not since that two-mile race to Four Corners for the letter which proved the wedge to divide her own and Athol's ways, had Beverly been able to "let out a notch," as she put it.

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

From this reading Nor had the little broncho been permitted to twinkle his legs as they were now twinkling over that soft dirt road.

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From this reading Head thrust forward as far as his graceful slender neck permitted, ears laid back for the first unwelcome word to halt, eyes flashing with exhilaration, and nostrils wide for the deep, full inhalations and exhalations which sent the rich blood coursing through each pulsing artery, little Apache was enjoying his freedom as much as his rider.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Not since that two-mile race to Four Corners for the letter which proved the wedge to divide her own and Athol's ways, had Beverly been able to "let out a notch," as she put it.

set down according to a plan

From this reading Head thrust forward as far as his graceful slender neck permitted, ears laid back for the first unwelcome word to halt, eyes flashing with exhilaration, and nostrils wide for the deep, full inhalations and exhalations which sent the rich blood coursing through each pulsing artery, little Apache was enjoying his freedom as much as his rider.

staying power

From this reading Nor had the little broncho been permitted to twinkle his legs as they were now twinkling over that soft dirt road.

used to make a suggestion or a command including the speaker

From this reading Not since that two-mile race to Four Corners for the letter which proved the wedge to divide her own and Athol's ways, had Beverly been able to "let out a notch," as she put it.

a written message addressed to a person or organization

From this reading Not since that two-mile race to Four Corners for the letter which proved the wedge to divide her own and Athol's ways, had Beverly been able to "let out a notch," as she put it.

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

From this reading Nor had the little broncho been permitted to twinkle his legs as they were now twinkling over that soft dirt road.

plural of “life” — a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading CLIMAXES Meanwhile the runaways were having the very time of their lives.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading Virginia roads were made for equestrians, _not_ automobiles.

at the same time but in another place

From this reading CLIMAXES Meanwhile the runaways were having the very time of their lives.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading Head thrust forward as far as his graceful slender neck permitted, ears laid back for the first unwelcome word to halt, eyes flashing with exhilaration, and nostrils wide for the deep, full inhalations and exhalations which sent the rich blood coursing through each pulsing artery, little Apache was enjoying his freedom as much as his rider.

the part of an organism (human or animal) that connects the head to the rest of the body

From this reading Head thrust forward as far as his graceful slender neck permitted, ears laid back for the first unwelcome word to halt, eyes flashing with exhilaration, and nostrils wide for the deep, full inhalations and exhalations which sent the rich blood coursing through each pulsing artery, little Apache was enjoying his freedom as much as his rider.

and not; used after a negative to add a second negative

From this reading Nor had the little broncho been permitted to twinkle his legs as they were now twinkling over that soft dirt road.

plural of “nostril” — either one of the two external openings to the nasal cavity in the nose

From this reading Head thrust forward as far as his graceful slender neck permitted, ears laid back for the first unwelcome word to halt, eyes flashing with exhilaration, and nostrils wide for the deep, full inhalations and exhalations which sent the rich blood coursing through each pulsing artery, little Apache was enjoying his freedom as much as his rider.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Not since that two-mile race to Four Corners for the letter which proved the wedge to divide her own and Athol's ways, had Beverly been able to "let out a notch," as she put it.

a V-shaped indentation

From this reading Not since that two-mile race to Four Corners for the letter which proved the wedge to divide her own and Athol's ways, had Beverly been able to "let out a notch," as she put it.

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading Nor had the little broncho been permitted to twinkle his legs as they were now twinkling over that soft dirt road.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading CLIMAXES Meanwhile the runaways were having the very time of their lives.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading Not since that two-mile race to Four Corners for the letter which proved the wedge to divide her own and Athol's ways, had Beverly been able to "let out a notch," as she put it.

above and across; more than

From this reading Nor had the little broncho been permitted to twinkle his legs as they were now twinkling over that soft dirt road.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading Not since that two-mile race to Four Corners for the letter which proved the wedge to divide her own and Athol's ways, had Beverly been able to "let out a notch," as she put it.

inflected form of “permit” — consent to, give permission

From this reading Nor had the little broncho been permitted to twinkle his legs as they were now twinkling over that soft dirt road.

established beyond doubt

From this reading Not since that two-mile race to Four Corners for the letter which proved the wedge to divide her own and Athol's ways, had Beverly been able to "let out a notch," as she put it.

(electronics) a sharp transient wave in the normal electrical state (or a series of such transients)

From this reading Head thrust forward as far as his graceful slender neck permitted, ears laid back for the first unwelcome word to halt, eyes flashing with exhilaration, and nostrils wide for the deep, full inhalations and exhalations which sent the rich blood coursing through each pulsing artery, little Apache was enjoying his freedom as much as his rider.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading Not since that two-mile race to Four Corners for the letter which proved the wedge to divide her own and Athol's ways, had Beverly been able to "let out a notch," as she put it.

any competition

From this reading Not since that two-mile race to Four Corners for the letter which proved the wedge to divide her own and Athol's ways, had Beverly been able to "let out a notch," as she put it.

possessing material wealth

From this reading Head thrust forward as far as his graceful slender neck permitted, ears laid back for the first unwelcome word to halt, eyes flashing with exhilaration, and nostrils wide for the deep, full inhalations and exhalations which sent the rich blood coursing through each pulsing artery, little Apache was enjoying his freedom as much as his rider.

a traveler who actively rides an animal (as a horse or camel)

From this reading Head thrust forward as far as his graceful slender neck permitted, ears laid back for the first unwelcome word to halt, eyes flashing with exhilaration, and nostrils wide for the deep, full inhalations and exhalations which sent the rich blood coursing through each pulsing artery, little Apache was enjoying his freedom as much as his rider.

an open way (generally public) for travel or transportation

From this reading Nor had the little broncho been permitted to twinkle his legs as they were now twinkling over that soft dirt road.

a partly sheltered anchorage

From this reading Virginia roads were made for equestrians, _not_ automobiles.

plural of “runaway” — an easy victory

From this reading CLIMAXES Meanwhile the runaways were having the very time of their lives.

100 senti equal 1 kroon in Estonia

From this reading Head thrust forward as far as his graceful slender neck permitted, ears laid back for the first unwelcome word to halt, eyes flashing with exhilaration, and nostrils wide for the deep, full inhalations and exhalations which sent the rich blood coursing through each pulsing artery, little Apache was enjoying his freedom as much as his rider.

a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading Not since that two-mile race to Four Corners for the letter which proved the wedge to divide her own and Athol's ways, had Beverly been able to "let out a notch," as she put it.

from a time in the past until now

From this reading Not since that two-mile race to Four Corners for the letter which proved the wedge to divide her own and Athol's ways, had Beverly been able to "let out a notch," as she put it.

being of delicate or slender build

From this reading Head thrust forward as far as his graceful slender neck permitted, ears laid back for the first unwelcome word to halt, eyes flashing with exhilaration, and nostrils wide for the deep, full inhalations and exhalations which sent the rich blood coursing through each pulsing artery, little Apache was enjoying his freedom as much as his rider.

yielding readily to pressure or weight

From this reading Nor had the little broncho been permitted to twinkle his legs as they were now twinkling over that soft dirt road.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Not since that two-mile race to Four Corners for the letter which proved the wedge to divide her own and Athol's ways, had Beverly been able to "let out a notch," as she put it.

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

From this reading CLIMAXES Meanwhile the runaways were having the very time of their lives.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading CLIMAXES Meanwhile the runaways were having the very time of their lives.

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

From this reading Nor had the little broncho been permitted to twinkle his legs as they were now twinkling over that soft dirt road.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading Head thrust forward as far as his graceful slender neck permitted, ears laid back for the first unwelcome word to halt, eyes flashing with exhilaration, and nostrils wide for the deep, full inhalations and exhalations which sent the rich blood coursing through each pulsing artery, little Apache was enjoying his freedom as much as his rider.

push forcefully

From this reading Head thrust forward as far as his graceful slender neck permitted, ears laid back for the first unwelcome word to halt, eyes flashing with exhilaration, and nostrils wide for the deep, full inhalations and exhalations which sent the rich blood coursing through each pulsing artery, little Apache was enjoying his freedom as much as his rider.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading CLIMAXES Meanwhile the runaways were having the very time of their lives.

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

From this reading Not since that two-mile race to Four Corners for the letter which proved the wedge to divide her own and Athol's ways, had Beverly been able to "let out a notch," as she put it.

gleam or glow intermittently

From this reading Nor had the little broncho been permitted to twinkle his legs as they were now twinkling over that soft dirt road.

a very short time (as the time it takes the eye to blink or the heart to beat)

From this reading Nor had the little broncho been permitted to twinkle his legs as they were now twinkling over that soft dirt road.

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From this reading Not since that two-mile race to Four Corners for the letter which proved the wedge to divide her own and Athol's ways, had Beverly been able to "let out a notch," as she put it.

not welcome; not giving pleasure or received with pleasure

From this reading Head thrust forward as far as his graceful slender neck permitted, ears laid back for the first unwelcome word to halt, eyes flashing with exhilaration, and nostrils wide for the deep, full inhalations and exhalations which sent the rich blood coursing through each pulsing artery, little Apache was enjoying his freedom as much as his rider.

precisely as stated

From this reading CLIMAXES Meanwhile the runaways were having the very time of their lives.

a state in the eastern United States; one of the original 13 colonies; one of the Confederate States in the American Civil War

From this reading Virginia roads were made for equestrians, _not_ automobiles.

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

From this reading Head thrust forward as far as his graceful slender neck permitted, ears laid back for the first unwelcome word to halt, eyes flashing with exhilaration, and nostrils wide for the deep, full inhalations and exhalations which sent the rich blood coursing through each pulsing artery, little Apache was enjoying his freedom as much as his rider.

structure consisting of a sloping way down to the water from the place where ships are built or repaired

From this reading Not since that two-mile race to Four Corners for the letter which proved the wedge to divide her own and Athol's ways, had Beverly been able to "let out a notch," as she put it.

any shape that is triangular in cross section

From this reading Not since that two-mile race to Four Corners for the letter which proved the wedge to divide her own and Athol's ways, had Beverly been able to "let out a notch," as she put it.

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

From this reading CLIMAXES Meanwhile the runaways were having the very time of their lives.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading Not since that two-mile race to Four Corners for the letter which proved the wedge to divide her own and Athol's ways, had Beverly been able to "let out a notch," as she put it.

having great (or a certain) extent from one side to the other

From this reading Head thrust forward as far as his graceful slender neck permitted, ears laid back for the first unwelcome word to halt, eyes flashing with exhilaration, and nostrils wide for the deep, full inhalations and exhalations which sent the rich blood coursing through each pulsing artery, little Apache was enjoying his freedom as much as his rider.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Head thrust forward as far as his graceful slender neck permitted, ears laid back for the first unwelcome word to halt, eyes flashing with exhilaration, and nostrils wide for the deep, full inhalations and exhalations which sent the rich blood coursing through each pulsing artery, little Apache was enjoying his freedom as much as his rider.

a unit of language that native speakers can identify

From this reading Head thrust forward as far as his graceful slender neck permitted, ears laid back for the first unwelcome word to halt, eyes flashing with exhilaration, and nostrils wide for the deep, full inhalations and exhalations which sent the rich blood coursing through each pulsing artery, little Apache was enjoying his freedom as much as his rider.