used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading THE FIRST LINE-UP Evidently Dr. Churchill surmised that something unusual had occurred, for he changed his slow pace to a faster gait as he approached the football squad, in front of which stood Professor Tines, traces of anger still on his unpleasant face.
acquittedadjectiveUS /əˈkwɪtɪd/
declared not guilty of a specific offense or crime; legally blameless
From this reading I was very well pleased with the manner in which the baseball nine acquitted itself, and I trust that at the more strenuous sport the colors of Randall will not be trailed in the dust."
Ah
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From this reading "Ah, young gentlemen, at football practice, I see," remarked the doctor, smiling.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading I was very well pleased with the manner in which the baseball nine acquitted itself, and I trust that at the more strenuous sport the colors of Randall will not be trailed in the dust."
a strong emotion; a feeling that is oriented toward some real or supposed grievance
From this reading THE FIRST LINE-UP Evidently Dr. Churchill surmised that something unusual had occurred, for he changed his slow pace to a faster gait as he approached the football squad, in front of which stood Professor Tines, traces of anger still on his unpleasant face.
past form of “approach” — move towards
From this reading THE FIRST LINE-UP Evidently Dr. Churchill surmised that something unusual had occurred, for he changed his slow pace to a faster gait as he approached the football squad, in front of which stood Professor Tines, traces of anger still on his unpleasant face.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading THE FIRST LINE-UP Evidently Dr. Churchill surmised that something unusual had occurred, for he changed his slow pace to a faster gait as he approached the football squad, in front of which stood Professor Tines, traces of anger still on his unpleasant face.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading "Ah, young gentlemen, at football practice, I see," remarked the doctor, smiling.
baseballnounUS /ˈbeɪsˈbɔːl/
a ball game played with a bat and ball between two teams of nine players; teams take turns at bat trying to score runs
From this reading I was very well pleased with the manner in which the baseball nine acquitted itself, and I trust that at the more strenuous sport the colors of Randall will not be trailed in the dust."
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading I was very well pleased with the manner in which the baseball nine acquitted itself, and I trust that at the more strenuous sport the colors of Randall will not be trailed in the dust."
plural of “boy” — a youthful male person
From this reading "Not if I can help it, sir; nor the boys, either," replied the coach.
to be able to, or to be allowed to
From this reading "Not if I can help it, sir; nor the boys, either," replied the coach.
made or become different in nature or form
From this reading THE FIRST LINE-UP Evidently Dr. Churchill surmised that something unusual had occurred, for he changed his slow pace to a faster gait as he approached the football squad, in front of which stood Professor Tines, traces of anger still on his unpleasant face.
ChurchillnounUS /ˈtʃɜːrtʃɪl/
English general considered one of the greatest generals in history (1650-1722)
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teach and supervise (someone); act as a trainer or coach (to), as in sports
From this reading "Not if I can help it, sir; nor the boys, either," replied the coach.
colorsnounUS /ˈkʌlərz/
a flag that shows its nationality
From this reading I was very well pleased with the manner in which the baseball nine acquitted itself, and I trust that at the more strenuous sport the colors of Randall will not be trailed in the dust."
a licensed medical practitioner
From this reading "Ah, young gentlemen, at football practice, I see," remarked the doctor, smiling.
Dr
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From this reading THE FIRST LINE-UP Evidently Dr. Churchill surmised that something unusual had occurred, for he changed his slow pace to a faster gait as he approached the football squad, in front of which stood Professor Tines, traces of anger still on his unpleasant face.
remove the dust from
From this reading I was very well pleased with the manner in which the baseball nine acquitted itself, and I trust that at the more strenuous sport the colors of Randall will not be trailed in the dust."
one or the other of two
From this reading "Not if I can help it, sir; nor the boys, either," replied the coach.
unmistakably (“plain” is often used informally for “plainly”)
From this reading THE FIRST LINE-UP Evidently Dr. Churchill surmised that something unusual had occurred, for he changed his slow pace to a faster gait as he approached the football squad, in front of which stood Professor Tines, traces of anger still on his unpleasant face.
the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear
From this reading THE FIRST LINE-UP Evidently Dr. Churchill surmised that something unusual had occurred, for he changed his slow pace to a faster gait as he approached the football squad, in front of which stood Professor Tines, traces of anger still on his unpleasant face.
fasteradverbUS /ˈfæstər/
more quickly
From this reading THE FIRST LINE-UP Evidently Dr. Churchill surmised that something unusual had occurred, for he changed his slow pace to a faster gait as he approached the football squad, in front of which stood Professor Tines, traces of anger still on his unpleasant face.
FIRSTadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading THE FIRST LINE-UP Evidently Dr. Churchill surmised that something unusual had occurred, for he changed his slow pace to a faster gait as he approached the football squad, in front of which stood Professor Tines, traces of anger still on his unpleasant face.
footballnounUS /ˈfʊtbɔːl/
any of various games played with a ball (round or oval) in which two teams try to kick or carry or propel the ball into each other's goal
From this reading THE FIRST LINE-UP Evidently Dr. Churchill surmised that something unusual had occurred, for he changed his slow pace to a faster gait as he approached the football squad, in front of which stood Professor Tines, traces of anger still on his unpleasant face.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading THE FIRST LINE-UP Evidently Dr. Churchill surmised that something unusual had occurred, for he changed his slow pace to a faster gait as he approached the football squad, in front of which stood Professor Tines, traces of anger still on his unpleasant face.
the side that is forward or prominent
From this reading THE FIRST LINE-UP Evidently Dr. Churchill surmised that something unusual had occurred, for he changed his slow pace to a faster gait as he approached the football squad, in front of which stood Professor Tines, traces of anger still on his unpleasant face.
gaitnounUS /ɡeɪt/
the rate of moving (especially walking or running)
From this reading THE FIRST LINE-UP Evidently Dr. Churchill surmised that something unusual had occurred, for he changed his slow pace to a faster gait as he approached the football squad, in front of which stood Professor Tines, traces of anger still on his unpleasant face.
plural of “gentleman” — a man of refinement
From this reading "Ah, young gentlemen, at football practice, I see," remarked the doctor, smiling.
having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified
From this reading "I trust there is the prospect of a good team, Mr. Lighton.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading THE FIRST LINE-UP Evidently Dr. Churchill surmised that something unusual had occurred, for he changed his slow pace to a faster gait as he approached the football squad, in front of which stood Professor Tines, traces of anger still on his unpleasant face.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading THE FIRST LINE-UP Evidently Dr. Churchill surmised that something unusual had occurred, for he changed his slow pace to a faster gait as he approached the football squad, in front of which stood Professor Tines, traces of anger still on his unpleasant face.
give help or assistance; be of service
From this reading "Not if I can help it, sir; nor the boys, either," replied the coach.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading THE FIRST LINE-UP Evidently Dr. Churchill surmised that something unusual had occurred, for he changed his slow pace to a faster gait as he approached the football squad, in front of which stood Professor Tines, traces of anger still on his unpleasant face.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading "Ah, young gentlemen, at football practice, I see," remarked the doctor, smiling.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading "Not if I can help it, sir; nor the boys, either," replied the coach.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading THE FIRST LINE-UP Evidently Dr. Churchill surmised that something unusual had occurred, for he changed his slow pace to a faster gait as he approached the football squad, in front of which stood Professor Tines, traces of anger still on his unpleasant face.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading "I trust there is the prospect of a good team, Mr. Lighton.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading "Not if I can help it, sir; nor the boys, either," replied the coach.
used when the thing doing the action is also its object
From this reading I was very well pleased with the manner in which the baseball nine acquitted itself, and I trust that at the more strenuous sport the colors of Randall will not be trailed in the dust."
Lighton
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From this reading "I trust there is the prospect of a good team, Mr. Lighton.
LINE-UP
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From this reading THE FIRST LINE-UP Evidently Dr. Churchill surmised that something unusual had occurred, for he changed his slow pace to a faster gait as he approached the football squad, in front of which stood Professor Tines, traces of anger still on his unpleasant face.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading I was very well pleased with the manner in which the baseball nine acquitted itself, and I trust that at the more strenuous sport the colors of Randall will not be trailed in the dust."
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading I was very well pleased with the manner in which the baseball nine acquitted itself, and I trust that at the more strenuous sport the colors of Randall will not be trailed in the dust."
a form of address for a man
From this reading "I trust there is the prospect of a good team, Mr. Lighton.
the cardinal number that is the sum of eight and one
From this reading I was very well pleased with the manner in which the baseball nine acquitted itself, and I trust that at the more strenuous sport the colors of Randall will not be trailed in the dust."
and not; used after a negative to add a second negative
From this reading "Not if I can help it, sir; nor the boys, either," replied the coach.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading I was very well pleased with the manner in which the baseball nine acquitted itself, and I trust that at the more strenuous sport the colors of Randall will not be trailed in the dust."
inflected form of “occur” — come to pass
From this reading THE FIRST LINE-UP Evidently Dr. Churchill surmised that something unusual had occurred, for he changed his slow pace to a faster gait as he approached the football squad, in front of which stood Professor Tines, traces of anger still on his unpleasant face.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading THE FIRST LINE-UP Evidently Dr. Churchill surmised that something unusual had occurred, for he changed his slow pace to a faster gait as he approached the football squad, in front of which stood Professor Tines, traces of anger still on his unpleasant face.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading THE FIRST LINE-UP Evidently Dr. Churchill surmised that something unusual had occurred, for he changed his slow pace to a faster gait as he approached the football squad, in front of which stood Professor Tines, traces of anger still on his unpleasant face.
the rate of moving (especially walking or running)
From this reading THE FIRST LINE-UP Evidently Dr. Churchill surmised that something unusual had occurred, for he changed his slow pace to a faster gait as he approached the football squad, in front of which stood Professor Tines, traces of anger still on his unpleasant face.
experiencing or manifesting pleasure
From this reading I was very well pleased with the manner in which the baseball nine acquitted itself, and I trust that at the more strenuous sport the colors of Randall will not be trailed in the dust."
a customary way of operation or behavior
From this reading "Ah, young gentlemen, at football practice, I see," remarked the doctor, smiling.
someone who is a member of the faculty at a college or university
From this reading THE FIRST LINE-UP Evidently Dr. Churchill surmised that something unusual had occurred, for he changed his slow pace to a faster gait as he approached the football squad, in front of which stood Professor Tines, traces of anger still on his unpleasant face.
the possibility of future success
From this reading "I trust there is the prospect of a good team, Mr. Lighton.
Randall
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From this reading I was very well pleased with the manner in which the baseball nine acquitted itself, and I trust that at the more strenuous sport the colors of Randall will not be trailed in the dust."
past form of “remark” — make mention of
From this reading "Ah, young gentlemen, at football practice, I see," remarked the doctor, smiling.
inflected form of “reply” — react verbally
From this reading "Not if I can help it, sir; nor the boys, either," replied the coach.
perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading "Ah, young gentlemen, at football practice, I see," remarked the doctor, smiling.
term of address for a man
From this reading "Not if I can help it, sir; nor the boys, either," replied the coach.
not moving quickly; taking a comparatively long time
From this reading THE FIRST LINE-UP Evidently Dr. Churchill surmised that something unusual had occurred, for he changed his slow pace to a faster gait as he approached the football squad, in front of which stood Professor Tines, traces of anger still on his unpleasant face.
a facial expression characterized by turning up the corners of the mouth; usually shows pleasure or amusement
From this reading "Ah, young gentlemen, at football practice, I see," remarked the doctor, smiling.
a thing, without saying which
From this reading THE FIRST LINE-UP Evidently Dr. Churchill surmised that something unusual had occurred, for he changed his slow pace to a faster gait as he approached the football squad, in front of which stood Professor Tines, traces of anger still on his unpleasant face.
an active diversion requiring physical exertion and competition
From this reading I was very well pleased with the manner in which the baseball nine acquitted itself, and I trust that at the more strenuous sport the colors of Randall will not be trailed in the dust."
squadnounUS /skwɑːd/
a smallest army unit
From this reading THE FIRST LINE-UP Evidently Dr. Churchill surmised that something unusual had occurred, for he changed his slow pace to a faster gait as he approached the football squad, in front of which stood Professor Tines, traces of anger still on his unpleasant face.
not in physical motion
From this reading THE FIRST LINE-UP Evidently Dr. Churchill surmised that something unusual had occurred, for he changed his slow pace to a faster gait as he approached the football squad, in front of which stood Professor Tines, traces of anger still on his unpleasant face.
Maintained an upright posture.
From this reading THE FIRST LINE-UP Evidently Dr. Churchill surmised that something unusual had occurred, for he changed his slow pace to a faster gait as he approached the football squad, in front of which stood Professor Tines, traces of anger still on his unpleasant face.
strenuousadjectiveUS /ˈstrenjuːəs/
characterized by or performed with much energy or force
From this reading I was very well pleased with the manner in which the baseball nine acquitted itself, and I trust that at the more strenuous sport the colors of Randall will not be trailed in the dust."
surmisedverbUS /sərˈmaɪzd/
past form of “surmise” — infer from incomplete evidence
From this reading THE FIRST LINE-UP Evidently Dr. Churchill surmised that something unusual had occurred, for he changed his slow pace to a faster gait as he approached the football squad, in front of which stood Professor Tines, traces of anger still on his unpleasant face.
teamnounUS /tiːm/
a cooperative unit (especially in sports)
From this reading "I trust there is the prospect of a good team, Mr. Lighton.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading THE FIRST LINE-UP Evidently Dr. Churchill surmised that something unusual had occurred, for he changed his slow pace to a faster gait as he approached the football squad, in front of which stood Professor Tines, traces of anger still on his unpleasant face.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE FIRST LINE-UP Evidently Dr. Churchill surmised that something unusual had occurred, for he changed his slow pace to a faster gait as he approached the football squad, in front of which stood Professor Tines, traces of anger still on his unpleasant face.
in or at that place or location
From this reading "I trust there is the prospect of a good team, Mr. Lighton.
TinesnounUS /taɪnz/
plural of “tine” — prong on a fork or pitchfork or antler
From this reading THE FIRST LINE-UP Evidently Dr. Churchill surmised that something unusual had occurred, for he changed his slow pace to a faster gait as he approached the football squad, in front of which stood Professor Tines, traces of anger still on his unpleasant face.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading THE FIRST LINE-UP Evidently Dr. Churchill surmised that something unusual had occurred, for he changed his slow pace to a faster gait as he approached the football squad, in front of which stood Professor Tines, traces of anger still on his unpleasant face.
tracesnounUS /ˈtreɪsəz/
plural of “trace” — a just detectable amount
From this reading THE FIRST LINE-UP Evidently Dr. Churchill surmised that something unusual had occurred, for he changed his slow pace to a faster gait as he approached the football squad, in front of which stood Professor Tines, traces of anger still on his unpleasant face.
trailedverbUS /treɪld/
past form of “trail” — to lag or linger behind
From this reading I was very well pleased with the manner in which the baseball nine acquitted itself, and I trust that at the more strenuous sport the colors of Randall will not be trailed in the dust."
something (as property) held by one party (the trustee) for the benefit of another (the beneficiary)
From this reading "I trust there is the prospect of a good team, Mr. Lighton.
offensive or disagreeable; causing discomfort or unhappiness
From this reading THE FIRST LINE-UP Evidently Dr. Churchill surmised that something unusual had occurred, for he changed his slow pace to a faster gait as he approached the football squad, in front of which stood Professor Tines, traces of anger still on his unpleasant face.
not usual or common or ordinary
From this reading THE FIRST LINE-UP Evidently Dr. Churchill surmised that something unusual had occurred, for he changed his slow pace to a faster gait as he approached the football squad, in front of which stood Professor Tines, traces of anger still on his unpleasant face.
precisely as stated
From this reading I was very well pleased with the manner in which the baseball nine acquitted itself, and I trust that at the more strenuous sport the colors of Randall will not be trailed in the dust."
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading I was very well pleased with the manner in which the baseball nine acquitted itself, and I trust that at the more strenuous sport the colors of Randall will not be trailed in the dust."
(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)
From this reading I was very well pleased with the manner in which the baseball nine acquitted itself, and I trust that at the more strenuous sport the colors of Randall will not be trailed in the dust."
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading THE FIRST LINE-UP Evidently Dr. Churchill surmised that something unusual had occurred, for he changed his slow pace to a faster gait as he approached the football squad, in front of which stood Professor Tines, traces of anger still on his unpleasant face.
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading I was very well pleased with the manner in which the baseball nine acquitted itself, and I trust that at the more strenuous sport the colors of Randall will not be trailed in the dust."
in the company of; together with
From this reading I was very well pleased with the manner in which the baseball nine acquitted itself, and I trust that at the more strenuous sport the colors of Randall will not be trailed in the dust."
(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth
From this reading "Ah, young gentlemen, at football practice, I see," remarked the doctor, smiling.
