used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Three members of the Los Angeles syndicate had arrived in a big automobile and remained over night at the ranch house.
accuratelyadverbUS /ˈækjərətli/
with few mistakes
From this reading TEN days had passed and the count of the stock on San Antonio Rancho had been completed, every canyon searched, the last wandering maverick roped and branded, the number of fat beeves accurately estimated.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading Nobody knew whether the deal had gone through or not, but rumor said that, after some disagreement on the first day, terms had been arranged next morning.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading Dick Willoughby, although he discussed the question with no one, made his own inferences.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading TEN days had passed and the count of the stock on San Antonio Rancho had been completed, every canyon searched, the last wandering maverick roped and branded, the number of fat beeves accurately estimated.
Angeles
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From this reading Three members of the Los Angeles syndicate had arrived in a big automobile and remained over night at the ranch house.
Antonio
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From this reading TEN days had passed and the count of the stock on San Antonio Rancho had been completed, every canyon searched, the last wandering maverick roped and branded, the number of fat beeves accurately estimated.
any person at all
From this reading Most of the time they had been closeted with Ben Thurston in his office, and had finally taken their departure without exchanging a word with anyone else on the rancho.
disposed or placed in a particular kind of order
From this reading Nobody knew whether the deal had gone through or not, but rumor said that, after some disagreement on the first day, terms had been arranged next morning.
past form of “arrive” — reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress
From this reading Three members of the Los Angeles syndicate had arrived in a big automobile and remained over night at the ranch house.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Three members of the Los Angeles syndicate had arrived in a big automobile and remained over night at the ranch house.
automobilenounUS /ˈɔːtəmoʊbiːl/
a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine
From this reading Three members of the Los Angeles syndicate had arrived in a big automobile and remained over night at the ranch house.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading TEN days had passed and the count of the stock on San Antonio Rancho had been completed, every canyon searched, the last wandering maverick roped and branded, the number of fat beeves accurately estimated.
beeves
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From this reading TEN days had passed and the count of the stock on San Antonio Rancho had been completed, every canyon searched, the last wandering maverick roped and branded, the number of fat beeves accurately estimated.
a mountain or tall hill
From this reading Most of the time they had been closeted with Ben Thurston in his office, and had finally taken their departure without exchanging a word with anyone else on the rancho.
above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading Three members of the Los Angeles syndicate had arrived in a big automobile and remained over night at the ranch house.
brandedadjectiveUS /ˈbrændɪd/
(of goods and merchandise) marked or labeled by a distinctive word or symbol indicating exclusive rights
From this reading TEN days had passed and the count of the stock on San Antonio Rancho had been completed, every canyon searched, the last wandering maverick roped and branded, the number of fat beeves accurately estimated.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Nobody knew whether the deal had gone through or not, but rumor said that, after some disagreement on the first day, terms had been arranged next morning.
canyonnounUS /ˈkænjən/
a ravine formed by a river in an area with little rainfall
From this reading TEN days had passed and the count of the stock on San Antonio Rancho had been completed, every canyon searched, the last wandering maverick roped and branded, the number of fat beeves accurately estimated.
closetedverbUS /ˈklɑːzətɪd/
past form of “closet” — confine to a small space, as for intensive work
From this reading Most of the time they had been closeted with Ben Thurston in his office, and had finally taken their departure without exchanging a word with anyone else on the rancho.
successfully completed or brought to an end
From this reading TEN days had passed and the count of the stock on San Antonio Rancho had been completed, every canyon searched, the last wandering maverick roped and branded, the number of fat beeves accurately estimated.
determine the number or amount of
From this reading TEN days had passed and the count of the stock on San Antonio Rancho had been completed, every canyon searched, the last wandering maverick roped and branded, the number of fat beeves accurately estimated.
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading Nobody knew whether the deal had gone through or not, but rumor said that, after some disagreement on the first day, terms had been arranged next morning.
the time during which someone's life continues
From this reading TEN days had passed and the count of the stock on San Antonio Rancho had been completed, every canyon searched, the last wandering maverick roped and branded, the number of fat beeves accurately estimated.
act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression
From this reading Nobody knew whether the deal had gone through or not, but rumor said that, after some disagreement on the first day, terms had been arranged next morning.
the act of departing
From this reading Most of the time they had been closeted with Ben Thurston in his office, and had finally taken their departure without exchanging a word with anyone else on the rancho.
someone who is a detective
From this reading Dick Willoughby, although he discussed the question with no one, made his own inferences.
disagreementnounUS /dɪsəˈɡriːmənt/
a conflict of people's opinions or actions or characters
From this reading Nobody knew whether the deal had gone through or not, but rumor said that, after some disagreement on the first day, terms had been arranged next morning.
discussedverbUS /dɪˈskʌst/
past form of “discuss” — to consider or examine in speech or writing
From this reading Dick Willoughby, although he discussed the question with no one, made his own inferences.
else
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From this reading Most of the time they had been closeted with Ben Thurston in his office, and had finally taken their departure without exchanging a word with anyone else on the rancho.
estimatedverbUS /ˈestəmeɪtəd/
past form of “estimate” — judge tentatively or form an estimate of (quantities or time)
From this reading TEN days had passed and the count of the stock on San Antonio Rancho had been completed, every canyon searched, the last wandering maverick roped and branded, the number of fat beeves accurately estimated.
everydeterminerUS /ˈevəri/
all the members of a group, with none left out
From this reading TEN days had passed and the count of the stock on San Antonio Rancho had been completed, every canyon searched, the last wandering maverick roped and branded, the number of fat beeves accurately estimated.
exchangingverbUS /ɪksˈtʃeɪndʒɪŋ/
-ing form of “exchange” — give to, and receive from, one another
From this reading Most of the time they had been closeted with Ben Thurston in his office, and had finally taken their departure without exchanging a word with anyone else on the rancho.
having an (over)abundance of flesh
From this reading TEN days had passed and the count of the stock on San Antonio Rancho had been completed, every canyon searched, the last wandering maverick roped and branded, the number of fat beeves accurately estimated.
after an unspecified period of time or an especially long delay
From this reading Most of the time they had been closeted with Ben Thurston in his office, and had finally taken their departure without exchanging a word with anyone else on the rancho.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading Nobody knew whether the deal had gone through or not, but rumor said that, after some disagreement on the first day, terms had been arranged next morning.
destroyed or killed
From this reading Nobody knew whether the deal had gone through or not, but rumor said that, after some disagreement on the first day, terms had been arranged next morning.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading TEN days had passed and the count of the stock on San Antonio Rancho had been completed, every canyon searched, the last wandering maverick roped and branded, the number of fat beeves accurately estimated.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Dick Willoughby, although he discussed the question with no one, made his own inferences.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Most of the time they had been closeted with Ben Thurston in his office, and had finally taken their departure without exchanging a word with anyone else on the rancho.
a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families
From this reading Three members of the Los Angeles syndicate had arrived in a big automobile and remained over night at the ranch house.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Three members of the Los Angeles syndicate had arrived in a big automobile and remained over night at the ranch house.
inferencesnounUS /ˈɪnfərensɪz/
plural of “inference” — the reasoning involved in drawing a conclusion or making a logical judgment on the basis of circumstantial evidence and prior conclusions rather than on the basis of direct observation
From this reading Dick Willoughby, although he discussed the question with no one, made his own inferences.
inflected form of “know” — be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading Nobody knew whether the deal had gone through or not, but rumor said that, after some disagreement on the first day, terms had been arranged next morning.
immediately past
From this reading TEN days had passed and the count of the stock on San Antonio Rancho had been completed, every canyon searched, the last wandering maverick roped and branded, the number of fat beeves accurately estimated.
Los
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From this reading Three members of the Los Angeles syndicate had arrived in a big automobile and remained over night at the ranch house.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading Dick Willoughby, although he discussed the question with no one, made his own inferences.
mavericknounUS /ˈmævərɪk/
someone who exhibits great independence in thought and action
From this reading TEN days had passed and the count of the stock on San Antonio Rancho had been completed, every canyon searched, the last wandering maverick roped and branded, the number of fat beeves accurately estimated.
plural of “member” — one of the persons who compose a social group (especially individuals who have joined and participate in a group organization)
From this reading Three members of the Los Angeles syndicate had arrived in a big automobile and remained over night at the ranch house.
the time period between dawn and noon
From this reading Nobody knew whether the deal had gone through or not, but rumor said that, after some disagreement on the first day, terms had been arranged next morning.
used to form the superlative
From this reading Most of the time they had been closeted with Ben Thurston in his office, and had finally taken their departure without exchanging a word with anyone else on the rancho.
immediately following in time or order
From this reading Nobody knew whether the deal had gone through or not, but rumor said that, after some disagreement on the first day, terms had been arranged next morning.
the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside
From this reading Three members of the Los Angeles syndicate had arrived in a big automobile and remained over night at the ranch house.
not any; not one
From this reading Dick Willoughby, although he discussed the question with no one, made his own inferences.
no person; not anyone
From this reading Nobody knew whether the deal had gone through or not, but rumor said that, after some disagreement on the first day, terms had been arranged next morning.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Nobody knew whether the deal had gone through or not, but rumor said that, after some disagreement on the first day, terms had been arranged next morning.
the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals
From this reading TEN days had passed and the count of the stock on San Antonio Rancho had been completed, every canyon searched, the last wandering maverick roped and branded, the number of fat beeves accurately estimated.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading TEN days had passed and the count of the stock on San Antonio Rancho had been completed, every canyon searched, the last wandering maverick roped and branded, the number of fat beeves accurately estimated.
place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed
From this reading Most of the time they had been closeted with Ben Thurston in his office, and had finally taken their departure without exchanging a word with anyone else on the rancho.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading TEN days had passed and the count of the stock on San Antonio Rancho had been completed, every canyon searched, the last wandering maverick roped and branded, the number of fat beeves accurately estimated.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading Dick Willoughby, although he discussed the question with no one, made his own inferences.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading Nobody knew whether the deal had gone through or not, but rumor said that, after some disagreement on the first day, terms had been arranged next morning.
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading Three members of the Los Angeles syndicate had arrived in a big automobile and remained over night at the ranch house.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading Dick Willoughby, although he discussed the question with no one, made his own inferences.
past form of “pass” — go across or through
From this reading TEN days had passed and the count of the stock on San Antonio Rancho had been completed, every canyon searched, the last wandering maverick roped and branded, the number of fat beeves accurately estimated.
challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of
From this reading Dick Willoughby, although he discussed the question with no one, made his own inferences.
ranchnounUS /ræntʃ/
farm consisting of a large tract of land along with facilities needed to raise livestock (especially cattle)
From this reading Three members of the Los Angeles syndicate had arrived in a big automobile and remained over night at the ranch house.
Rancho
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From this reading TEN days had passed and the count of the stock on San Antonio Rancho had been completed, every canyon searched, the last wandering maverick roped and branded, the number of fat beeves accurately estimated.
past form of “remain” — stay the same; remain in a certain state
From this reading Three members of the Los Angeles syndicate had arrived in a big automobile and remained over night at the ranch house.
ropedverbUS /roʊpt/
past form of “rope” — catch with a lasso
From this reading TEN days had passed and the count of the stock on San Antonio Rancho had been completed, every canyon searched, the last wandering maverick roped and branded, the number of fat beeves accurately estimated.
rumornounUS /ˈruːmər/
gossip (usually a mixture of truth and untruth) passed around by word of mouth
From this reading Nobody knew whether the deal had gone through or not, but rumor said that, after some disagreement on the first day, terms had been arranged next morning.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading Nobody knew whether the deal had gone through or not, but rumor said that, after some disagreement on the first day, terms had been arranged next morning.
San
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From this reading TEN days had passed and the count of the stock on San Antonio Rancho had been completed, every canyon searched, the last wandering maverick roped and branded, the number of fat beeves accurately estimated.
searchedverbUS /sɜːrtʃt/
past form of “search” — try to locate or discover, or try to establish the existence of
From this reading TEN days had passed and the count of the stock on San Antonio Rancho had been completed, every canyon searched, the last wandering maverick roped and branded, the number of fat beeves accurately estimated.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading Nobody knew whether the deal had gone through or not, but rumor said that, after some disagreement on the first day, terms had been arranged next morning.
the capital raised by a corporation through the issue of shares entitling holders to an ownership interest
From this reading TEN days had passed and the count of the stock on San Antonio Rancho had been completed, every canyon searched, the last wandering maverick roped and branded, the number of fat beeves accurately estimated.
syndicatenounUS /ˈsɪndɪkət/
a loose affiliation of gangsters in charge of organized criminal activities
From this reading Three members of the Los Angeles syndicate had arrived in a big automobile and remained over night at the ranch house.
takenadjectiveUS /ˈteɪkən/
understood in a certain way; made sense of
From this reading Most of the time they had been closeted with Ben Thurston in his office, and had finally taken their departure without exchanging a word with anyone else on the rancho.
the cardinal number that is the sum of nine and one; the base of the decimal system
From this reading TEN days had passed and the count of the stock on San Antonio Rancho had been completed, every canyon searched, the last wandering maverick roped and branded, the number of fat beeves accurately estimated.
status with respect to the relations between people or groups
From this reading Nobody knew whether the deal had gone through or not, but rumor said that, after some disagreement on the first day, terms had been arranged next morning.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Nobody knew whether the deal had gone through or not, but rumor said that, after some disagreement on the first day, terms had been arranged next morning.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading TEN days had passed and the count of the stock on San Antonio Rancho had been completed, every canyon searched, the last wandering maverick roped and branded, the number of fat beeves accurately estimated.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading Most of the time they had been closeted with Ben Thurston in his office, and had finally taken their departure without exchanging a word with anyone else on the rancho.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Most of the time they had been closeted with Ben Thurston in his office, and had finally taken their departure without exchanging a word with anyone else on the rancho.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one
From this reading Three members of the Los Angeles syndicate had arrived in a big automobile and remained over night at the ranch house.
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading Nobody knew whether the deal had gone through or not, but rumor said that, after some disagreement on the first day, terms had been arranged next morning.
Thurston
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From this reading Most of the time they had been closeted with Ben Thurston in his office, and had finally taken their departure without exchanging a word with anyone else on the rancho.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading Most of the time they had been closeted with Ben Thurston in his office, and had finally taken their departure without exchanging a word with anyone else on the rancho.
migratory
From this reading TEN days had passed and the count of the stock on San Antonio Rancho had been completed, every canyon searched, the last wandering maverick roped and branded, the number of fat beeves accurately estimated.
used to introduce two or more possibilities
From this reading Nobody knew whether the deal had gone through or not, but rumor said that, after some disagreement on the first day, terms had been arranged next morning.
Willoughby
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From this reading Dick Willoughby, although he discussed the question with no one, made his own inferences.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Most of the time they had been closeted with Ben Thurston in his office, and had finally taken their departure without exchanging a word with anyone else on the rancho.
not having, not using, or not accompanied by
From this reading Most of the time they had been closeted with Ben Thurston in his office, and had finally taken their departure without exchanging a word with anyone else on the rancho.
a unit of language that native speakers can identify
From this reading Most of the time they had been closeted with Ben Thurston in his office, and had finally taken their departure without exchanging a word with anyone else on the rancho.
