Chapter IX

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

From this reading AN INVITATION--TO GO Between early morning drills and the fact that Jimmy was now quite big and old enough to look after himself, the father's supervision of the morning tub, rub, and toilet had ceased, and there was but time for a hug and a word before the major swallowed his solitary cup of coffee, swung into saddle, and trotted away.

sparing in consumption of especially food and drink

From this reading An abstemious man, he preferred that others should be the same, but other far more pressing matters were uppermost in his mind; matters here at Minneconjou--matters in far-away Mexico, where an importunate father-in-law, after making ducks and drakes of the thousands liberally supplied him, was now demanding more, or "all would be lost."

later than; following

From this reading AN INVITATION--TO GO Between early morning drills and the fact that Jimmy was now quite big and old enough to look after himself, the father's supervision of the morning tub, rub, and toilet had ceased, and there was but time for a hug and a word before the major swallowed his solitary cup of coffee, swung into saddle, and trotted away.

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading An abstemious man, he preferred that others should be the same, but other far more pressing matters were uppermost in his mind; matters here at Minneconjou--matters in far-away Mexico, where an importunate father-in-law, after making ducks and drakes of the thousands liberally supplied him, was now demanding more, or "all would be lost."

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

From this reading AN INVITATION--TO GO Between early morning drills and the fact that Jimmy was now quite big and old enough to look after himself, the father's supervision of the morning tub, rub, and toilet had ceased, and there was but time for a hug and a word before the major swallowed his solitary cup of coffee, swung into saddle, and trotted away.

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

From this reading AN INVITATION--TO GO Between early morning drills and the fact that Jimmy was now quite big and old enough to look after himself, the father's supervision of the morning tub, rub, and toilet had ceased, and there was but time for a hug and a word before the major swallowed his solitary cup of coffee, swung into saddle, and trotted away.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading On this eventful morning he had kept his men at their work rather longer than usual and to no good purpose.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading AN INVITATION--TO GO Between early morning drills and the fact that Jimmy was now quite big and old enough to look after himself, the father's supervision of the morning tub, rub, and toilet had ceased, and there was but time for a hug and a word before the major swallowed his solitary cup of coffee, swung into saddle, and trotted away.

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

From this reading An abstemious man, he preferred that others should be the same, but other far more pressing matters were uppermost in his mind; matters here at Minneconjou--matters in far-away Mexico, where an importunate father-in-law, after making ducks and drakes of the thousands liberally supplied him, was now demanding more, or "all would be lost."

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Then it transpired that a lawyer in town had been retained, by certain of that father-in-law's creditors, to press Major Dwight for payment of the same, or with evidence of fraudulent doings on part of Mr. Farrell.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading AN INVITATION--TO GO Between early morning drills and the fact that Jimmy was now quite big and old enough to look after himself, the father's supervision of the morning tub, rub, and toilet had ceased, and there was but time for a hug and a word before the major swallowed his solitary cup of coffee, swung into saddle, and trotted away.

in the space, time, or range separating two things

From this reading AN INVITATION--TO GO Between early morning drills and the fact that Jimmy was now quite big and old enough to look after himself, the father's supervision of the morning tub, rub, and toilet had ceased, and there was but time for a hug and a word before the major swallowed his solitary cup of coffee, swung into saddle, and trotted away.

above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading AN INVITATION--TO GO Between early morning drills and the fact that Jimmy was now quite big and old enough to look after himself, the father's supervision of the morning tub, rub, and toilet had ceased, and there was but time for a hug and a word before the major swallowed his solitary cup of coffee, swung into saddle, and trotted away.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading AN INVITATION--TO GO Between early morning drills and the fact that Jimmy was now quite big and old enough to look after himself, the father's supervision of the morning tub, rub, and toilet had ceased, and there was but time for a hug and a word before the major swallowed his solitary cup of coffee, swung into saddle, and trotted away.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Then it transpired that a lawyer in town had been retained, by certain of that father-in-law's creditors, to press Major Dwight for payment of the same, or with evidence of fraudulent doings on part of Mr. Farrell.

a flask for carrying water; used by soldiers or travelers

From this reading In common with the rest of the garrison, Dwight had heard the fate of the Canteen, and heard it without remark.

past form of “cease” — put an end to a state or an activity

From this reading AN INVITATION--TO GO Between early morning drills and the fact that Jimmy was now quite big and old enough to look after himself, the father's supervision of the morning tub, rub, and toilet had ceased, and there was but time for a hug and a word before the major swallowed his solitary cup of coffee, swung into saddle, and trotted away.

definite but not specified or identified

From this reading Then it transpired that a lawyer in town had been retained, by certain of that father-in-law's creditors, to press Major Dwight for payment of the same, or with evidence of fraudulent doings on part of Mr. Farrell.

a beverage consisting of an infusion of ground coffee beans

From this reading AN INVITATION--TO GO Between early morning drills and the fact that Jimmy was now quite big and old enough to look after himself, the father's supervision of the morning tub, rub, and toilet had ceased, and there was but time for a hug and a word before the major swallowed his solitary cup of coffee, swung into saddle, and trotted away.

belonging to or participated in by a community as a whole; public

From this reading In common with the rest of the garrison, Dwight had heard the fate of the Canteen, and heard it without remark.

plural of “creditor” — a person to whom money is owed by a debtor; someone to whom an obligation exists

From this reading Then it transpired that a lawyer in town had been retained, by certain of that father-in-law's creditors, to press Major Dwight for payment of the same, or with evidence of fraudulent doings on part of Mr. Farrell.

a small open container usually used for drinking; usually has a handle

From this reading AN INVITATION--TO GO Between early morning drills and the fact that Jimmy was now quite big and old enough to look after himself, the father's supervision of the morning tub, rub, and toilet had ceased, and there was but time for a hug and a word before the major swallowed his solitary cup of coffee, swung into saddle, and trotted away.

requiring more than usually expected or thought due; especially great patience and effort and skill

From this reading An abstemious man, he preferred that others should be the same, but other far more pressing matters were uppermost in his mind; matters here at Minneconjou--matters in far-away Mexico, where an importunate father-in-law, after making ducks and drakes of the thousands liberally supplied him, was now demanding more, or "all would be lost."

manner of acting or controlling yourself

From this reading Then it transpired that a lawyer in town had been retained, by certain of that father-in-law's creditors, to press Major Dwight for payment of the same, or with evidence of fraudulent doings on part of Mr. Farrell.

plural of “drake” — English explorer and admiral who was the first Englishman to circumnavigate the globe and who helped to defeat the Spanish Armada (1540-1596)

From this reading An abstemious man, he preferred that others should be the same, but other far more pressing matters were uppermost in his mind; matters here at Minneconjou--matters in far-away Mexico, where an importunate father-in-law, after making ducks and drakes of the thousands liberally supplied him, was now demanding more, or "all would be lost."

plural of “drill” — a tool with a sharp point and cutting edges for making holes in hard materials (usually rotating rapidly or by repeated blows)

From this reading AN INVITATION--TO GO Between early morning drills and the fact that Jimmy was now quite big and old enough to look after himself, the father's supervision of the morning tub, rub, and toilet had ceased, and there was but time for a hug and a word before the major swallowed his solitary cup of coffee, swung into saddle, and trotted away.

plural of “duck” — small wild or domesticated web-footed broad-billed swimming bird usually having a depressed body and short legs

From this reading An abstemious man, he preferred that others should be the same, but other far more pressing matters were uppermost in his mind; matters here at Minneconjou--matters in far-away Mexico, where an importunate father-in-law, after making ducks and drakes of the thousands liberally supplied him, was now demanding more, or "all would be lost."

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

From this reading In common with the rest of the garrison, Dwight had heard the fate of the Canteen, and heard it without remark.

at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time

From this reading AN INVITATION--TO GO Between early morning drills and the fact that Jimmy was now quite big and old enough to look after himself, the father's supervision of the morning tub, rub, and toilet had ceased, and there was but time for a hug and a word before the major swallowed his solitary cup of coffee, swung into saddle, and trotted away.

an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose

From this reading AN INVITATION--TO GO Between early morning drills and the fact that Jimmy was now quite big and old enough to look after himself, the father's supervision of the morning tub, rub, and toilet had ceased, and there was but time for a hug and a word before the major swallowed his solitary cup of coffee, swung into saddle, and trotted away.

full of events or incidents

From this reading On this eventful morning he had kept his men at their work rather longer than usual and to no good purpose.

your basis for belief or disbelief; knowledge on which to base belief

From this reading Then it transpired that a lawyer in town had been retained, by certain of that father-in-law's creditors, to press Major Dwight for payment of the same, or with evidence of fraudulent doings on part of Mr. Farrell.

a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred

From this reading AN INVITATION--TO GO Between early morning drills and the fact that Jimmy was now quite big and old enough to look after himself, the father's supervision of the morning tub, rub, and toilet had ceased, and there was but time for a hug and a word before the major swallowed his solitary cup of coffee, swung into saddle, and trotted away.

to a considerable degree; very much

From this reading An abstemious man, he preferred that others should be the same, but other far more pressing matters were uppermost in his mind; matters here at Minneconjou--matters in far-away Mexico, where an importunate father-in-law, after making ducks and drakes of the thousands liberally supplied him, was now demanding more, or "all would be lost."

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

From this reading An abstemious man, he preferred that others should be the same, but other far more pressing matters were uppermost in his mind; matters here at Minneconjou--matters in far-away Mexico, where an importunate father-in-law, after making ducks and drakes of the thousands liberally supplied him, was now demanding more, or "all would be lost."

United States writer remembered for his novels (1904-1979)

From this reading Then it transpired that a lawyer in town had been retained, by certain of that father-in-law's creditors, to press Major Dwight for payment of the same, or with evidence of fraudulent doings on part of Mr. Farrell.

an event (or a course of events) that will inevitably happen in the future

From this reading In common with the rest of the garrison, Dwight had heard the fate of the Canteen, and heard it without remark.

possessive form of “father” — a male parent (also used as a term of address to your father)

From this reading AN INVITATION--TO GO Between early morning drills and the fact that Jimmy was now quite big and old enough to look after himself, the father's supervision of the morning tub, rub, and toilet had ceased, and there was but time for a hug and a word before the major swallowed his solitary cup of coffee, swung into saddle, and trotted away.

the father of your spouse

From this reading An abstemious man, he preferred that others should be the same, but other far more pressing matters were uppermost in his mind; matters here at Minneconjou--matters in far-away Mexico, where an importunate father-in-law, after making ducks and drakes of the thousands liberally supplied him, was now demanding more, or "all would be lost."

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

From this reading Then it transpired that a lawyer in town had been retained, by certain of that father-in-law's creditors, to press Major Dwight for payment of the same, or with evidence of fraudulent doings on part of Mr. Farrell.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading AN INVITATION--TO GO Between early morning drills and the fact that Jimmy was now quite big and old enough to look after himself, the father's supervision of the morning tub, rub, and toilet had ceased, and there was but time for a hug and a word before the major swallowed his solitary cup of coffee, swung into saddle, and trotted away.

intended to deceive

From this reading Then it transpired that a lawyer in town had been retained, by certain of that father-in-law's creditors, to press Major Dwight for payment of the same, or with evidence of fraudulent doings on part of Mr. Farrell.

a fortified military post where troops are stationed

From this reading In common with the rest of the garrison, Dwight had heard the fate of the Canteen, and heard it without remark.

change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading AN INVITATION--TO GO Between early morning drills and the fact that Jimmy was now quite big and old enough to look after himself, the father's supervision of the morning tub, rub, and toilet had ceased, and there was but time for a hug and a word before the major swallowed his solitary cup of coffee, swung into saddle, and trotted away.

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

From this reading On this eventful morning he had kept his men at their work rather longer than usual and to no good purpose.

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

From this reading AN INVITATION--TO GO Between early morning drills and the fact that Jimmy was now quite big and old enough to look after himself, the father's supervision of the morning tub, rub, and toilet had ceased, and there was but time for a hug and a word before the major swallowed his solitary cup of coffee, swung into saddle, and trotted away.

a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading On this eventful morning he had kept his men at their work rather longer than usual and to no good purpose.

detected or perceived by the sense of hearing

From this reading In common with the rest of the garrison, Dwight had heard the fate of the Canteen, and heard it without remark.

in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is

From this reading An abstemious man, he preferred that others should be the same, but other far more pressing matters were uppermost in his mind; matters here at Minneconjou--matters in far-away Mexico, where an importunate father-in-law, after making ducks and drakes of the thousands liberally supplied him, was now demanding more, or "all would be lost."

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading An abstemious man, he preferred that others should be the same, but other far more pressing matters were uppermost in his mind; matters here at Minneconjou--matters in far-away Mexico, where an importunate father-in-law, after making ducks and drakes of the thousands liberally supplied him, was now demanding more, or "all would be lost."

used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object

From this reading AN INVITATION--TO GO Between early morning drills and the fact that Jimmy was now quite big and old enough to look after himself, the father's supervision of the morning tub, rub, and toilet had ceased, and there was but time for a hug and a word before the major swallowed his solitary cup of coffee, swung into saddle, and trotted away.

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

From this reading AN INVITATION--TO GO Between early morning drills and the fact that Jimmy was now quite big and old enough to look after himself, the father's supervision of the morning tub, rub, and toilet had ceased, and there was but time for a hug and a word before the major swallowed his solitary cup of coffee, swung into saddle, and trotted away.

hold (someone) tightly in your arms, usually with fondness

From this reading AN INVITATION--TO GO Between early morning drills and the fact that Jimmy was now quite big and old enough to look after himself, the father's supervision of the morning tub, rub, and toilet had ceased, and there was but time for a hug and a word before the major swallowed his solitary cup of coffee, swung into saddle, and trotted away.

expressing persistant and earnest entreaty

From this reading An abstemious man, he preferred that others should be the same, but other far more pressing matters were uppermost in his mind; matters here at Minneconjou--matters in far-away Mexico, where an importunate father-in-law, after making ducks and drakes of the thousands liberally supplied him, was now demanding more, or "all would be lost."

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

From this reading In common with the rest of the garrison, Dwight had heard the fate of the Canteen, and heard it without remark.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading AN INVITATION--TO GO Between early morning drills and the fact that Jimmy was now quite big and old enough to look after himself, the father's supervision of the morning tub, rub, and toilet had ceased, and there was but time for a hug and a word before the major swallowed his solitary cup of coffee, swung into saddle, and trotted away.

a request (spoken or written) to participate or be present or take part in something

From this reading AN INVITATION--TO GO Between early morning drills and the fact that Jimmy was now quite big and old enough to look after himself, the father's supervision of the morning tub, rub, and toilet had ceased, and there was but time for a hug and a word before the major swallowed his solitary cup of coffee, swung into saddle, and trotted away.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading In common with the rest of the garrison, Dwight had heard the fate of the Canteen, and heard it without remark.

to move or force, especially in an effort to get something open

From this reading AN INVITATION--TO GO Between early morning drills and the fact that Jimmy was now quite big and old enough to look after himself, the father's supervision of the morning tub, rub, and toilet had ceased, and there was but time for a hug and a word before the major swallowed his solitary cup of coffee, swung into saddle, and trotted away.

(especially of promises or contracts) not violated or disregarded

From this reading On this eventful morning he had kept his men at their work rather longer than usual and to no good purpose.

a professional person authorized to practice law; conducts lawsuits or gives legal advice

From this reading Then it transpired that a lawyer in town had been retained, by certain of that father-in-law's creditors, to press Major Dwight for payment of the same, or with evidence of fraudulent doings on part of Mr. Farrell.

freely in a nonliteral manner

From this reading An abstemious man, he preferred that others should be the same, but other far more pressing matters were uppermost in his mind; matters here at Minneconjou--matters in far-away Mexico, where an importunate father-in-law, after making ducks and drakes of the thousands liberally supplied him, was now demanding more, or "all would be lost."

for more time

From this reading On this eventful morning he had kept his men at their work rather longer than usual and to no good purpose.

perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading AN INVITATION--TO GO Between early morning drills and the fact that Jimmy was now quite big and old enough to look after himself, the father's supervision of the morning tub, rub, and toilet had ceased, and there was but time for a hug and a word before the major swallowed his solitary cup of coffee, swung into saddle, and trotted away.

no longer in your possession or control; unable to be found or recovered

From this reading An abstemious man, he preferred that others should be the same, but other far more pressing matters were uppermost in his mind; matters here at Minneconjou--matters in far-away Mexico, where an importunate father-in-law, after making ducks and drakes of the thousands liberally supplied him, was now demanding more, or "all would be lost."

of greater importance or stature or rank

From this reading AN INVITATION--TO GO Between early morning drills and the fact that Jimmy was now quite big and old enough to look after himself, the father's supervision of the morning tub, rub, and toilet had ceased, and there was but time for a hug and a word before the major swallowed his solitary cup of coffee, swung into saddle, and trotted away.

the act that results in something coming to be

From this reading An abstemious man, he preferred that others should be the same, but other far more pressing matters were uppermost in his mind; matters here at Minneconjou--matters in far-away Mexico, where an importunate father-in-law, after making ducks and drakes of the thousands liberally supplied him, was now demanding more, or "all would be lost."

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading An abstemious man, he preferred that others should be the same, but other far more pressing matters were uppermost in his mind; matters here at Minneconjou--matters in far-away Mexico, where an importunate father-in-law, after making ducks and drakes of the thousands liberally supplied him, was now demanding more, or "all would be lost."

plural of “matter” — a vaguely specified concern

From this reading An abstemious man, he preferred that others should be the same, but other far more pressing matters were uppermost in his mind; matters here at Minneconjou--matters in far-away Mexico, where an importunate father-in-law, after making ducks and drakes of the thousands liberally supplied him, was now demanding more, or "all would be lost."

the force of workers available

From this reading On this eventful morning he had kept his men at their work rather longer than usual and to no good purpose.

a republic in southern North America; became independent from Spain in 1810

From this reading An abstemious man, he preferred that others should be the same, but other far more pressing matters were uppermost in his mind; matters here at Minneconjou--matters in far-away Mexico, where an importunate father-in-law, after making ducks and drakes of the thousands liberally supplied him, was now demanding more, or "all would be lost."

The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.

From this reading An abstemious man, he preferred that others should be the same, but other far more pressing matters were uppermost in his mind; matters here at Minneconjou--matters in far-away Mexico, where an importunate father-in-law, after making ducks and drakes of the thousands liberally supplied him, was now demanding more, or "all would be lost."

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

From this reading An abstemious man, he preferred that others should be the same, but other far more pressing matters were uppermost in his mind; matters here at Minneconjou--matters in far-away Mexico, where an importunate father-in-law, after making ducks and drakes of the thousands liberally supplied him, was now demanding more, or "all would be lost."

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading An abstemious man, he preferred that others should be the same, but other far more pressing matters were uppermost in his mind; matters here at Minneconjou--matters in far-away Mexico, where an importunate father-in-law, after making ducks and drakes of the thousands liberally supplied him, was now demanding more, or "all would be lost."

the time period between dawn and noon

From this reading AN INVITATION--TO GO Between early morning drills and the fact that Jimmy was now quite big and old enough to look after himself, the father's supervision of the morning tub, rub, and toilet had ceased, and there was but time for a hug and a word before the major swallowed his solitary cup of coffee, swung into saddle, and trotted away.

a form of address for a man

From this reading Then it transpired that a lawyer in town had been retained, by certain of that father-in-law's creditors, to press Major Dwight for payment of the same, or with evidence of fraudulent doings on part of Mr. Farrell.

not any; not one

From this reading On this eventful morning he had kept his men at their work rather longer than usual and to no good purpose.

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

From this reading AN INVITATION--TO GO Between early morning drills and the fact that Jimmy was now quite big and old enough to look after himself, the father's supervision of the morning tub, rub, and toilet had ceased, and there was but time for a hug and a word before the major swallowed his solitary cup of coffee, swung into saddle, and trotted away.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading AN INVITATION--TO GO Between early morning drills and the fact that Jimmy was now quite big and old enough to look after himself, the father's supervision of the morning tub, rub, and toilet had ceased, and there was but time for a hug and a word before the major swallowed his solitary cup of coffee, swung into saddle, and trotted away.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading AN INVITATION--TO GO Between early morning drills and the fact that Jimmy was now quite big and old enough to look after himself, the father's supervision of the morning tub, rub, and toilet had ceased, and there was but time for a hug and a word before the major swallowed his solitary cup of coffee, swung into saddle, and trotted away.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading On this eventful morning he had kept his men at their work rather longer than usual and to no good purpose.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading An abstemious man, he preferred that others should be the same, but other far more pressing matters were uppermost in his mind; matters here at Minneconjou--matters in far-away Mexico, where an importunate father-in-law, after making ducks and drakes of the thousands liberally supplied him, was now demanding more, or "all would be lost."

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading An abstemious man, he preferred that others should be the same, but other far more pressing matters were uppermost in his mind; matters here at Minneconjou--matters in far-away Mexico, where an importunate father-in-law, after making ducks and drakes of the thousands liberally supplied him, was now demanding more, or "all would be lost."

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

From this reading An abstemious man, he preferred that others should be the same, but other far more pressing matters were uppermost in his mind; matters here at Minneconjou--matters in far-away Mexico, where an importunate father-in-law, after making ducks and drakes of the thousands liberally supplied him, was now demanding more, or "all would be lost."

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading Then it transpired that a lawyer in town had been retained, by certain of that father-in-law's creditors, to press Major Dwight for payment of the same, or with evidence of fraudulent doings on part of Mr. Farrell.

a sum of money paid or a claim discharged

From this reading Then it transpired that a lawyer in town had been retained, by certain of that father-in-law's creditors, to press Major Dwight for payment of the same, or with evidence of fraudulent doings on part of Mr. Farrell.

more desirable than another

From this reading An abstemious man, he preferred that others should be the same, but other far more pressing matters were uppermost in his mind; matters here at Minneconjou--matters in far-away Mexico, where an importunate father-in-law, after making ducks and drakes of the thousands liberally supplied him, was now demanding more, or "all would be lost."

exert pressure or force to or upon

From this reading Then it transpired that a lawyer in town had been retained, by certain of that father-in-law's creditors, to press Major Dwight for payment of the same, or with evidence of fraudulent doings on part of Mr. Farrell.

the act of pressing; the exertion of pressure

From this reading An abstemious man, he preferred that others should be the same, but other far more pressing matters were uppermost in his mind; matters here at Minneconjou--matters in far-away Mexico, where an importunate father-in-law, after making ducks and drakes of the thousands liberally supplied him, was now demanding more, or "all would be lost."

an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions

From this reading On this eventful morning he had kept his men at their work rather longer than usual and to no good purpose.

to a degree (not used with a negative)

From this reading AN INVITATION--TO GO Between early morning drills and the fact that Jimmy was now quite big and old enough to look after himself, the father's supervision of the morning tub, rub, and toilet had ceased, and there was but time for a hug and a word before the major swallowed his solitary cup of coffee, swung into saddle, and trotted away.

on the contrary

From this reading On this eventful morning he had kept his men at their work rather longer than usual and to no good purpose.

a statement that expresses a personal opinion or belief or adds information

From this reading In common with the rest of the garrison, Dwight had heard the fate of the Canteen, and heard it without remark.

not move; be in a resting position

From this reading In common with the rest of the garrison, Dwight had heard the fate of the Canteen, and heard it without remark.

continued in your keeping or use or memory

From this reading Then it transpired that a lawyer in town had been retained, by certain of that father-in-law's creditors, to press Major Dwight for payment of the same, or with evidence of fraudulent doings on part of Mr. Farrell.

move over something with pressure

From this reading AN INVITATION--TO GO Between early morning drills and the fact that Jimmy was now quite big and old enough to look after himself, the father's supervision of the morning tub, rub, and toilet had ceased, and there was but time for a hug and a word before the major swallowed his solitary cup of coffee, swung into saddle, and trotted away.

put a saddle on

From this reading AN INVITATION--TO GO Between early morning drills and the fact that Jimmy was now quite big and old enough to look after himself, the father's supervision of the morning tub, rub, and toilet had ceased, and there was but time for a hug and a word before the major swallowed his solitary cup of coffee, swung into saddle, and trotted away.

Identical; not different.

From this reading An abstemious man, he preferred that others should be the same, but other far more pressing matters were uppermost in his mind; matters here at Minneconjou--matters in far-away Mexico, where an importunate father-in-law, after making ducks and drakes of the thousands liberally supplied him, was now demanding more, or "all would be lost."

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading An abstemious man, he preferred that others should be the same, but other far more pressing matters were uppermost in his mind; matters here at Minneconjou--matters in far-away Mexico, where an importunate father-in-law, after making ducks and drakes of the thousands liberally supplied him, was now demanding more, or "all would be lost."

characterized by or preferring solitude

From this reading AN INVITATION--TO GO Between early morning drills and the fact that Jimmy was now quite big and old enough to look after himself, the father's supervision of the morning tub, rub, and toilet had ceased, and there was but time for a hug and a word before the major swallowed his solitary cup of coffee, swung into saddle, and trotted away.

management by overseeing the performance or operation of a person or group

From this reading AN INVITATION--TO GO Between early morning drills and the fact that Jimmy was now quite big and old enough to look after himself, the father's supervision of the morning tub, rub, and toilet had ceased, and there was but time for a hug and a word before the major swallowed his solitary cup of coffee, swung into saddle, and trotted away.

inflected form of “supply” — give something useful or necessary to

From this reading An abstemious man, he preferred that others should be the same, but other far more pressing matters were uppermost in his mind; matters here at Minneconjou--matters in far-away Mexico, where an importunate father-in-law, after making ducks and drakes of the thousands liberally supplied him, was now demanding more, or "all would be lost."

past form of “swallow” — pass through the esophagus as part of eating or drinking

From this reading AN INVITATION--TO GO Between early morning drills and the fact that Jimmy was now quite big and old enough to look after himself, the father's supervision of the morning tub, rub, and toilet had ceased, and there was but time for a hug and a word before the major swallowed his solitary cup of coffee, swung into saddle, and trotted away.

inflected form of “swing” — move in a curve or arc, usually with the intent of hitting

From this reading AN INVITATION--TO GO Between early morning drills and the fact that Jimmy was now quite big and old enough to look after himself, the father's supervision of the morning tub, rub, and toilet had ceased, and there was but time for a hug and a word before the major swallowed his solitary cup of coffee, swung into saddle, and trotted away.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading On this eventful morning he had kept his men at their work rather longer than usual and to no good purpose.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading AN INVITATION--TO GO Between early morning drills and the fact that Jimmy was now quite big and old enough to look after himself, the father's supervision of the morning tub, rub, and toilet had ceased, and there was but time for a hug and a word before the major swallowed his solitary cup of coffee, swung into saddle, and trotted away.

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

From this reading AN INVITATION--TO GO Between early morning drills and the fact that Jimmy was now quite big and old enough to look after himself, the father's supervision of the morning tub, rub, and toilet had ceased, and there was but time for a hug and a word before the major swallowed his solitary cup of coffee, swung into saddle, and trotted away.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading On this eventful morning he had kept his men at their work rather longer than usual and to no good purpose.

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading Then it transpired that a lawyer in town had been retained, by certain of that father-in-law's creditors, to press Major Dwight for payment of the same, or with evidence of fraudulent doings on part of Mr. Farrell.

in or at that place or location

From this reading AN INVITATION--TO GO Between early morning drills and the fact that Jimmy was now quite big and old enough to look after himself, the father's supervision of the morning tub, rub, and toilet had ceased, and there was but time for a hug and a word before the major swallowed his solitary cup of coffee, swung into saddle, and trotted away.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading On this eventful morning he had kept his men at their work rather longer than usual and to no good purpose.

plural of “thousand” — the cardinal number that is the product of 10 and 100

From this reading An abstemious man, he preferred that others should be the same, but other far more pressing matters were uppermost in his mind; matters here at Minneconjou--matters in far-away Mexico, where an importunate father-in-law, after making ducks and drakes of the thousands liberally supplied him, was now demanding more, or "all would be lost."

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading AN INVITATION--TO GO Between early morning drills and the fact that Jimmy was now quite big and old enough to look after himself, the father's supervision of the morning tub, rub, and toilet had ceased, and there was but time for a hug and a word before the major swallowed his solitary cup of coffee, swung into saddle, and trotted away.

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

From this reading AN INVITATION--TO GO Between early morning drills and the fact that Jimmy was now quite big and old enough to look after himself, the father's supervision of the morning tub, rub, and toilet had ceased, and there was but time for a hug and a word before the major swallowed his solitary cup of coffee, swung into saddle, and trotted away.

a room or building equipped with one or more toilets

From this reading AN INVITATION--TO GO Between early morning drills and the fact that Jimmy was now quite big and old enough to look after himself, the father's supervision of the morning tub, rub, and toilet had ceased, and there was but time for a hug and a word before the major swallowed his solitary cup of coffee, swung into saddle, and trotted away.

an urban area with a fixed boundary that is smaller than a city

From this reading Then it transpired that a lawyer in town had been retained, by certain of that father-in-law's creditors, to press Major Dwight for payment of the same, or with evidence of fraudulent doings on part of Mr. Farrell.

past form of “transpire” — pass through the tissue or substance or its pores or interstices, as of gas

From this reading Then it transpired that a lawyer in town had been retained, by certain of that father-in-law's creditors, to press Major Dwight for payment of the same, or with evidence of fraudulent doings on part of Mr. Farrell.

inflected form of “trot” — run at a moderately swift pace

From this reading AN INVITATION--TO GO Between early morning drills and the fact that Jimmy was now quite big and old enough to look after himself, the father's supervision of the morning tub, rub, and toilet had ceased, and there was but time for a hug and a word before the major swallowed his solitary cup of coffee, swung into saddle, and trotted away.

a relatively large open container that you fill with water and use to wash the body

From this reading AN INVITATION--TO GO Between early morning drills and the fact that Jimmy was now quite big and old enough to look after himself, the father's supervision of the morning tub, rub, and toilet had ceased, and there was but time for a hug and a word before the major swallowed his solitary cup of coffee, swung into saddle, and trotted away.

at or nearest to the top

From this reading An abstemious man, he preferred that others should be the same, but other far more pressing matters were uppermost in his mind; matters here at Minneconjou--matters in far-away Mexico, where an importunate father-in-law, after making ducks and drakes of the thousands liberally supplied him, was now demanding more, or "all would be lost."

occurring or encountered or experienced or observed frequently or in accordance with regular practice or procedure

From this reading On this eventful morning he had kept his men at their work rather longer than usual and to no good purpose.

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

From this reading AN INVITATION--TO GO Between early morning drills and the fact that Jimmy was now quite big and old enough to look after himself, the father's supervision of the morning tub, rub, and toilet had ceased, and there was but time for a hug and a word before the major swallowed his solitary cup of coffee, swung into saddle, and trotted away.

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

From this reading An abstemious man, he preferred that others should be the same, but other far more pressing matters were uppermost in his mind; matters here at Minneconjou--matters in far-away Mexico, where an importunate father-in-law, after making ducks and drakes of the thousands liberally supplied him, was now demanding more, or "all would be lost."

in or at the place that

From this reading An abstemious man, he preferred that others should be the same, but other far more pressing matters were uppermost in his mind; matters here at Minneconjou--matters in far-away Mexico, where an importunate father-in-law, after making ducks and drakes of the thousands liberally supplied him, was now demanding more, or "all would be lost."

in the company of; together with

From this reading In common with the rest of the garrison, Dwight had heard the fate of the Canteen, and heard it without remark.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading In common with the rest of the garrison, Dwight had heard the fate of the Canteen, and heard it without remark.

a unit of language that native speakers can identify

From this reading AN INVITATION--TO GO Between early morning drills and the fact that Jimmy was now quite big and old enough to look after himself, the father's supervision of the morning tub, rub, and toilet had ceased, and there was but time for a hug and a word before the major swallowed his solitary cup of coffee, swung into saddle, and trotted away.

exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity

From this reading On this eventful morning he had kept his men at their work rather longer than usual and to no good purpose.

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

From this reading An abstemious man, he preferred that others should be the same, but other far more pressing matters were uppermost in his mind; matters here at Minneconjou--matters in far-away Mexico, where an importunate father-in-law, after making ducks and drakes of the thousands liberally supplied him, was now demanding more, or "all would be lost."