Chapter XVI · Chapter 16

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

From this reading The worst of having a man of Moreland's views present on such an occasion is that the whole thing is sure to be noised abroad with scant reference to military propriety.

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

From this reading His principal claim to distinction during the great war seemed to be that of being able to criticise every other general's battles and to win none of his own.

to or in a foreign country

From this reading The worst of having a man of Moreland's views present on such an occasion is that the whole thing is sure to be noised abroad with scant reference to military propriety.

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

From this reading The worst of having a man of Moreland's views present on such an occasion is that the whole thing is sure to be noised abroad with scant reference to military propriety.

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

From this reading Moreland told the owners of the steamer line, the Chamber of Commerce, the easily-gathered audience on Rush and Montgomery streets, the usual customers at Barry & Patton's, the loungers in the lobbies of the hotels, everybody who would listen--and who would not?--how that brave fellow Loring, who ought to have been a sailor, faced down that quartette of "blue-bellied lobsters" up at headquarters.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Moreland told the owners of the steamer line, the Chamber of Commerce, the easily-gathered audience on Rush and Montgomery streets, the usual customers at Barry & Patton's, the loungers in the lobbies of the hotels, everybody who would listen--and who would not?--how that brave fellow Loring, who ought to have been a sailor, faced down that quartette of "blue-bellied lobsters" up at headquarters.

a gathering of spectators or listeners at a (usually public) performance

From this reading Moreland told the owners of the steamer line, the Chamber of Commerce, the easily-gathered audience on Rush and Montgomery streets, the usual customers at Barry & Patton's, the loungers in the lobbies of the hotels, everybody who would listen--and who would not?--how that brave fellow Loring, who ought to have been a sailor, faced down that quartette of "blue-bellied lobsters" up at headquarters.

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From this reading Moreland told the owners of the steamer line, the Chamber of Commerce, the easily-gathered audience on Rush and Montgomery streets, the usual customers at Barry & Patton's, the loungers in the lobbies of the hotels, everybody who would listen--and who would not?--how that brave fellow Loring, who ought to have been a sailor, faced down that quartette of "blue-bellied lobsters" up at headquarters.

plural of “battle” — a hostile meeting of opposing military forces in the course of a war

From this reading His principal claim to distinction during the great war seemed to be that of being able to criticise every other general's battles and to win none of his own.

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

From this reading The worst of having a man of Moreland's views present on such an occasion is that the whole thing is sure to be noised abroad with scant reference to military propriety.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Moreland told the owners of the steamer line, the Chamber of Commerce, the easily-gathered audience on Rush and Montgomery streets, the usual customers at Barry & Patton's, the loungers in the lobbies of the hotels, everybody who would listen--and who would not?--how that brave fellow Loring, who ought to have been a sailor, faced down that quartette of "blue-bellied lobsters" up at headquarters.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading His principal claim to distinction during the great war seemed to be that of being able to criticise every other general's battles and to win none of his own.

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

From this reading Moreland told the owners of the steamer line, the Chamber of Commerce, the easily-gathered audience on Rush and Montgomery streets, the usual customers at Barry & Patton's, the loungers in the lobbies of the hotels, everybody who would listen--and who would not?--how that brave fellow Loring, who ought to have been a sailor, faced down that quartette of "blue-bellied lobsters" up at headquarters.

past form of “bowl” — roll (a ball)

From this reading "He never went into a fight that he didn't get licked," declared the exultant Moreland, "and now he's bowled over by his youngest lieutenant."

possessing or displaying courage; able to face and deal with danger or fear without flinching

From this reading Moreland told the owners of the steamer line, the Chamber of Commerce, the easily-gathered audience on Rush and Montgomery streets, the usual customers at Barry & Patton's, the loungers in the lobbies of the hotels, everybody who would listen--and who would not?--how that brave fellow Loring, who ought to have been a sailor, faced down that quartette of "blue-bellied lobsters" up at headquarters.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading "He never went into a fight that he didn't get licked," declared the exultant Moreland, "and now he's bowled over by his youngest lieutenant."

a natural or artificial enclosed space

From this reading Moreland told the owners of the steamer line, the Chamber of Commerce, the easily-gathered audience on Rush and Montgomery streets, the usual customers at Barry & Patton's, the loungers in the lobbies of the hotels, everybody who would listen--and who would not?--how that brave fellow Loring, who ought to have been a sailor, faced down that quartette of "blue-bellied lobsters" up at headquarters.

an imaginary person represented in a work of fiction (play or film or story)

From this reading The General was not a popular character.

an assertion of a right (as to money or property)

From this reading His principal claim to distinction during the great war seemed to be that of being able to criticise every other general's battles and to win none of his own.

transactions (sales and purchases) having the objective of supplying commodities (goods and services)

From this reading Moreland told the owners of the steamer line, the Chamber of Commerce, the easily-gathered audience on Rush and Montgomery streets, the usual customers at Barry & Patton's, the loungers in the lobbies of the hotels, everybody who would listen--and who would not?--how that brave fellow Loring, who ought to have been a sailor, faced down that quartette of "blue-bellied lobsters" up at headquarters.

find fault with; express criticism of; point out real or perceived flaws

From this reading His principal claim to distinction during the great war seemed to be that of being able to criticise every other general's battles and to win none of his own.

plural of “customer” — someone who pays for goods or services

From this reading Moreland told the owners of the steamer line, the Chamber of Commerce, the easily-gathered audience on Rush and Montgomery streets, the usual customers at Barry & Patton's, the loungers in the lobbies of the hotels, everybody who would listen--and who would not?--how that brave fellow Loring, who ought to have been a sailor, faced down that quartette of "blue-bellied lobsters" up at headquarters.

made known or openly avowed

From this reading "He never went into a fight that he didn't get licked," declared the exultant Moreland, "and now he's bowled over by his youngest lieutenant."

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From this reading "He never went into a fight that he didn't get licked," declared the exultant Moreland, "and now he's bowled over by his youngest lieutenant."

a discrimination between things as different and distinct on the basis of their characteristics or attributes

From this reading His principal claim to distinction during the great war seemed to be that of being able to criticise every other general's battles and to win none of his own.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading Moreland told the owners of the steamer line, the Chamber of Commerce, the easily-gathered audience on Rush and Montgomery streets, the usual customers at Barry & Patton's, the loungers in the lobbies of the hotels, everybody who would listen--and who would not?--how that brave fellow Loring, who ought to have been a sailor, faced down that quartette of "blue-bellied lobsters" up at headquarters.

all through a period, or at some point within it

From this reading His principal claim to distinction during the great war seemed to be that of being able to criticise every other general's battles and to win none of his own.

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

From this reading Moreland told the owners of the steamer line, the Chamber of Commerce, the easily-gathered audience on Rush and Montgomery streets, the usual customers at Barry & Patton's, the loungers in the lobbies of the hotels, everybody who would listen--and who would not?--how that brave fellow Loring, who ought to have been a sailor, faced down that quartette of "blue-bellied lobsters" up at headquarters.

all the members of a group, with none left out

From this reading His principal claim to distinction during the great war seemed to be that of being able to criticise every other general's battles and to win none of his own.

every person

From this reading Moreland told the owners of the steamer line, the Chamber of Commerce, the easily-gathered audience on Rush and Montgomery streets, the usual customers at Barry & Patton's, the loungers in the lobbies of the hotels, everybody who would listen--and who would not?--how that brave fellow Loring, who ought to have been a sailor, faced down that quartette of "blue-bellied lobsters" up at headquarters.

joyful and proud especially because of triumph or success

From this reading "He never went into a fight that he didn't get licked," declared the exultant Moreland, "and now he's bowled over by his youngest lieutenant."

having a face or facing especially of a specified kind or number; often used in combination

From this reading Moreland told the owners of the steamer line, the Chamber of Commerce, the easily-gathered audience on Rush and Montgomery streets, the usual customers at Barry & Patton's, the loungers in the lobbies of the hotels, everybody who would listen--and who would not?--how that brave fellow Loring, who ought to have been a sailor, faced down that quartette of "blue-bellied lobsters" up at headquarters.

a boy or man

From this reading Moreland told the owners of the steamer line, the Chamber of Commerce, the easily-gathered audience on Rush and Montgomery streets, the usual customers at Barry & Patton's, the loungers in the lobbies of the hotels, everybody who would listen--and who would not?--how that brave fellow Loring, who ought to have been a sailor, faced down that quartette of "blue-bellied lobsters" up at headquarters.

be engaged in a fight; carry on a fight

From this reading "He never went into a fight that he didn't get licked," declared the exultant Moreland, "and now he's bowled over by his youngest lieutenant."

applying to all or most members of a category or group

From this reading The General was not a popular character.

possessive form of “general” — a general officer of the highest rank

From this reading His principal claim to distinction during the great war seemed to be that of being able to criticise every other general's battles and to win none of his own.

come into the possession of something concrete or abstract

From this reading "He never went into a fight that he didn't get licked," declared the exultant Moreland, "and now he's bowled over by his youngest lieutenant."

relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind

From this reading His principal claim to distinction during the great war seemed to be that of being able to criticise every other general's battles and to win none of his own.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading Moreland told the owners of the steamer line, the Chamber of Commerce, the easily-gathered audience on Rush and Montgomery streets, the usual customers at Barry & Patton's, the loungers in the lobbies of the hotels, everybody who would listen--and who would not?--how that brave fellow Loring, who ought to have been a sailor, faced down that quartette of "blue-bellied lobsters" up at headquarters.

the -ing form of “have”

From this reading The worst of having a man of Moreland's views present on such an occasion is that the whole thing is sure to be noised abroad with scant reference to military propriety.

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

From this reading "He never went into a fight that he didn't get licked," declared the exultant Moreland, "and now he's bowled over by his youngest lieutenant."

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From this reading "He never went into a fight that he didn't get licked," declared the exultant Moreland, "and now he's bowled over by his youngest lieutenant."

(usually plural) the office that serves as the administrative center of an enterprise

From this reading Moreland told the owners of the steamer line, the Chamber of Commerce, the easily-gathered audience on Rush and Montgomery streets, the usual customers at Barry & Patton's, the loungers in the lobbies of the hotels, everybody who would listen--and who would not?--how that brave fellow Loring, who ought to have been a sailor, faced down that quartette of "blue-bellied lobsters" up at headquarters.

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

From this reading His principal claim to distinction during the great war seemed to be that of being able to criticise every other general's battles and to win none of his own.

plural of “hotel” — a building where travelers can pay for lodging and meals and other services

From this reading Moreland told the owners of the steamer line, the Chamber of Commerce, the easily-gathered audience on Rush and Montgomery streets, the usual customers at Barry & Patton's, the loungers in the lobbies of the hotels, everybody who would listen--and who would not?--how that brave fellow Loring, who ought to have been a sailor, faced down that quartette of "blue-bellied lobsters" up at headquarters.

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

From this reading Moreland told the owners of the steamer line, the Chamber of Commerce, the easily-gathered audience on Rush and Montgomery streets, the usual customers at Barry & Patton's, the loungers in the lobbies of the hotels, everybody who would listen--and who would not?--how that brave fellow Loring, who ought to have been a sailor, faced down that quartette of "blue-bellied lobsters" up at headquarters.

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

From this reading Moreland told the owners of the steamer line, the Chamber of Commerce, the easily-gathered audience on Rush and Montgomery streets, the usual customers at Barry & Patton's, the loungers in the lobbies of the hotels, everybody who would listen--and who would not?--how that brave fellow Loring, who ought to have been a sailor, faced down that quartette of "blue-bellied lobsters" up at headquarters.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading "He never went into a fight that he didn't get licked," declared the exultant Moreland, "and now he's bowled over by his youngest lieutenant."

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

From this reading The worst of having a man of Moreland's views present on such an occasion is that the whole thing is sure to be noised abroad with scant reference to military propriety.

having been got the better of

From this reading "He never went into a fight that he didn't get licked," declared the exultant Moreland, "and now he's bowled over by his youngest lieutenant."

a commissioned military officer

From this reading "He never went into a fight that he didn't get licked," declared the exultant Moreland, "and now he's bowled over by his youngest lieutenant."

a formation of people or things one beside another

From this reading Moreland told the owners of the steamer line, the Chamber of Commerce, the easily-gathered audience on Rush and Montgomery streets, the usual customers at Barry & Patton's, the loungers in the lobbies of the hotels, everybody who would listen--and who would not?--how that brave fellow Loring, who ought to have been a sailor, faced down that quartette of "blue-bellied lobsters" up at headquarters.

hear with intention

From this reading Moreland told the owners of the steamer line, the Chamber of Commerce, the easily-gathered audience on Rush and Montgomery streets, the usual customers at Barry & Patton's, the loungers in the lobbies of the hotels, everybody who would listen--and who would not?--how that brave fellow Loring, who ought to have been a sailor, faced down that quartette of "blue-bellied lobsters" up at headquarters.

plural of “lobby” — a large entrance or reception room or area

From this reading Moreland told the owners of the steamer line, the Chamber of Commerce, the easily-gathered audience on Rush and Montgomery streets, the usual customers at Barry & Patton's, the loungers in the lobbies of the hotels, everybody who would listen--and who would not?--how that brave fellow Loring, who ought to have been a sailor, faced down that quartette of "blue-bellied lobsters" up at headquarters.

plural of “lobster” — flesh of a lobster

From this reading Moreland told the owners of the steamer line, the Chamber of Commerce, the easily-gathered audience on Rush and Montgomery streets, the usual customers at Barry & Patton's, the loungers in the lobbies of the hotels, everybody who would listen--and who would not?--how that brave fellow Loring, who ought to have been a sailor, faced down that quartette of "blue-bellied lobsters" up at headquarters.

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

From this reading Moreland told the owners of the steamer line, the Chamber of Commerce, the easily-gathered audience on Rush and Montgomery streets, the usual customers at Barry & Patton's, the loungers in the lobbies of the hotels, everybody who would listen--and who would not?--how that brave fellow Loring, who ought to have been a sailor, faced down that quartette of "blue-bellied lobsters" up at headquarters.

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

From this reading Moreland told the owners of the steamer line, the Chamber of Commerce, the easily-gathered audience on Rush and Montgomery streets, the usual customers at Barry & Patton's, the loungers in the lobbies of the hotels, everybody who would listen--and who would not?--how that brave fellow Loring, who ought to have been a sailor, faced down that quartette of "blue-bellied lobsters" up at headquarters.

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

From this reading The worst of having a man of Moreland's views present on such an occasion is that the whole thing is sure to be noised abroad with scant reference to military propriety.

of or relating to the study of the principles of warfare

From this reading The worst of having a man of Moreland's views present on such an occasion is that the whole thing is sure to be noised abroad with scant reference to military propriety.

Canadian novelist (1874-1942)

From this reading Moreland told the owners of the steamer line, the Chamber of Commerce, the easily-gathered audience on Rush and Montgomery streets, the usual customers at Barry & Patton's, the loungers in the lobbies of the hotels, everybody who would listen--and who would not?--how that brave fellow Loring, who ought to have been a sailor, faced down that quartette of "blue-bellied lobsters" up at headquarters.

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

From this reading Moreland told the owners of the steamer line, the Chamber of Commerce, the easily-gathered audience on Rush and Montgomery streets, the usual customers at Barry & Patton's, the loungers in the lobbies of the hotels, everybody who would listen--and who would not?--how that brave fellow Loring, who ought to have been a sailor, faced down that quartette of "blue-bellied lobsters" up at headquarters.

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From this reading The worst of having a man of Moreland's views present on such an occasion is that the whole thing is sure to be noised abroad with scant reference to military propriety.

not ever; at no time in the past or future

From this reading "He never went into a fight that he didn't get licked," declared the exultant Moreland, "and now he's bowled over by his youngest lieutenant."

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From this reading The worst of having a man of Moreland's views present on such an occasion is that the whole thing is sure to be noised abroad with scant reference to military propriety.

not one, and not any

From this reading His principal claim to distinction during the great war seemed to be that of being able to criticise every other general's battles and to win none of his own.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Moreland told the owners of the steamer line, the Chamber of Commerce, the easily-gathered audience on Rush and Montgomery streets, the usual customers at Barry & Patton's, the loungers in the lobbies of the hotels, everybody who would listen--and who would not?--how that brave fellow Loring, who ought to have been a sailor, faced down that quartette of "blue-bellied lobsters" up at headquarters.

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

From this reading "He never went into a fight that he didn't get licked," declared the exultant Moreland, "and now he's bowled over by his youngest lieutenant."

an event that occurs at a critical time

From this reading The worst of having a man of Moreland's views present on such an occasion is that the whole thing is sure to be noised abroad with scant reference to military propriety.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading The worst of having a man of Moreland's views present on such an occasion is that the whole thing is sure to be noised abroad with scant reference to military propriety.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading The worst of having a man of Moreland's views present on such an occasion is that the whole thing is sure to be noised abroad with scant reference to military propriety.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading His principal claim to distinction during the great war seemed to be that of being able to criticise every other general's battles and to win none of his own.

used with “to” to say what is right or advisable

From this reading Moreland told the owners of the steamer line, the Chamber of Commerce, the easily-gathered audience on Rush and Montgomery streets, the usual customers at Barry & Patton's, the loungers in the lobbies of the hotels, everybody who would listen--and who would not?--how that brave fellow Loring, who ought to have been a sailor, faced down that quartette of "blue-bellied lobsters" up at headquarters.

above and across; more than

From this reading "He never went into a fight that he didn't get licked," declared the exultant Moreland, "and now he's bowled over by his youngest lieutenant."

have ownership or possession of

From this reading His principal claim to distinction during the great war seemed to be that of being able to criticise every other general's battles and to win none of his own.

plural of “owner” — (law) someone who owns (is legal possessor of) a business

From this reading Moreland told the owners of the steamer line, the Chamber of Commerce, the easily-gathered audience on Rush and Montgomery streets, the usual customers at Barry & Patton's, the loungers in the lobbies of the hotels, everybody who would listen--and who would not?--how that brave fellow Loring, who ought to have been a sailor, faced down that quartette of "blue-bellied lobsters" up at headquarters.

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

From this reading Moreland told the owners of the steamer line, the Chamber of Commerce, the easily-gathered audience on Rush and Montgomery streets, the usual customers at Barry & Patton's, the loungers in the lobbies of the hotels, everybody who would listen--and who would not?--how that brave fellow Loring, who ought to have been a sailor, faced down that quartette of "blue-bellied lobsters" up at headquarters.

regarded with great favor, approval, or affection especially by the general public

From this reading The General was not a popular character.

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading The worst of having a man of Moreland's views present on such an occasion is that the whole thing is sure to be noised abroad with scant reference to military propriety.

the original amount of a debt on which interest is calculated

From this reading His principal claim to distinction during the great war seemed to be that of being able to criticise every other general's battles and to win none of his own.

correct or appropriate behavior

From this reading The worst of having a man of Moreland's views present on such an occasion is that the whole thing is sure to be noised abroad with scant reference to military propriety.

four performers or singers who perform together

From this reading Moreland told the owners of the steamer line, the Chamber of Commerce, the easily-gathered audience on Rush and Montgomery streets, the usual customers at Barry & Patton's, the loungers in the lobbies of the hotels, everybody who would listen--and who would not?--how that brave fellow Loring, who ought to have been a sailor, faced down that quartette of "blue-bellied lobsters" up at headquarters.

a remark that calls attention to something or someone

From this reading The worst of having a man of Moreland's views present on such an occasion is that the whole thing is sure to be noised abroad with scant reference to military propriety.

move hurridly

From this reading Moreland told the owners of the steamer line, the Chamber of Commerce, the easily-gathered audience on Rush and Montgomery streets, the usual customers at Barry & Patton's, the loungers in the lobbies of the hotels, everybody who would listen--and who would not?--how that brave fellow Loring, who ought to have been a sailor, faced down that quartette of "blue-bellied lobsters" up at headquarters.

any member of a ship's crew

From this reading Moreland told the owners of the steamer line, the Chamber of Commerce, the easily-gathered audience on Rush and Montgomery streets, the usual customers at Barry & Patton's, the loungers in the lobbies of the hotels, everybody who would listen--and who would not?--how that brave fellow Loring, who ought to have been a sailor, faced down that quartette of "blue-bellied lobsters" up at headquarters.

less than the correct or legal or full amount often deliberately so

From this reading The worst of having a man of Moreland's views present on such an occasion is that the whole thing is sure to be noised abroad with scant reference to military propriety.

past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading His principal claim to distinction during the great war seemed to be that of being able to criticise every other general's battles and to win none of his own.

a clam that is usually steamed in the shell

From this reading Moreland told the owners of the steamer line, the Chamber of Commerce, the easily-gathered audience on Rush and Montgomery streets, the usual customers at Barry & Patton's, the loungers in the lobbies of the hotels, everybody who would listen--and who would not?--how that brave fellow Loring, who ought to have been a sailor, faced down that quartette of "blue-bellied lobsters" up at headquarters.

plural of “street” — a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings

From this reading Moreland told the owners of the steamer line, the Chamber of Commerce, the easily-gathered audience on Rush and Montgomery streets, the usual customers at Barry & Patton's, the loungers in the lobbies of the hotels, everybody who would listen--and who would not?--how that brave fellow Loring, who ought to have been a sailor, faced down that quartette of "blue-bellied lobsters" up at headquarters.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading The worst of having a man of Moreland's views present on such an occasion is that the whole thing is sure to be noised abroad with scant reference to military propriety.

having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured

From this reading The worst of having a man of Moreland's views present on such an occasion is that the whole thing is sure to be noised abroad with scant reference to military propriety.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading The worst of having a man of Moreland's views present on such an occasion is that the whole thing is sure to be noised abroad with scant reference to military propriety.

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

From this reading The worst of having a man of Moreland's views present on such an occasion is that the whole thing is sure to be noised abroad with scant reference to military propriety.

a special situation

From this reading The worst of having a man of Moreland's views present on such an occasion is that the whole thing is sure to be noised abroad with scant reference to military propriety.

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

From this reading The worst of having a man of Moreland's views present on such an occasion is that the whole thing is sure to be noised abroad with scant reference to military propriety.

inflected form of “tell” — express in words

From this reading Moreland told the owners of the steamer line, the Chamber of Commerce, the easily-gathered audience on Rush and Montgomery streets, the usual customers at Barry & Patton's, the loungers in the lobbies of the hotels, everybody who would listen--and who would not?--how that brave fellow Loring, who ought to have been a sailor, faced down that quartette of "blue-bellied lobsters" up at headquarters.

being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level

From this reading Moreland told the owners of the steamer line, the Chamber of Commerce, the easily-gathered audience on Rush and Montgomery streets, the usual customers at Barry & Patton's, the loungers in the lobbies of the hotels, everybody who would listen--and who would not?--how that brave fellow Loring, who ought to have been a sailor, faced down that quartette of "blue-bellied lobsters" up at headquarters.

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

From this reading Moreland told the owners of the steamer line, the Chamber of Commerce, the easily-gathered audience on Rush and Montgomery streets, the usual customers at Barry & Patton's, the loungers in the lobbies of the hotels, everybody who would listen--and who would not?--how that brave fellow Loring, who ought to have been a sailor, faced down that quartette of "blue-bellied lobsters" up at headquarters.

plural of “view” — a way of regarding situations or topics etc.

From this reading The worst of having a man of Moreland's views present on such an occasion is that the whole thing is sure to be noised abroad with scant reference to military propriety.

the waging of armed conflict against an enemy

From this reading His principal claim to distinction during the great war seemed to be that of being able to criticise every other general's battles and to win none of his own.

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

From this reading The General was not a popular character.

inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading "He never went into a fight that he didn't get licked," declared the exultant Moreland, "and now he's bowled over by his youngest lieutenant."

which person or people

From this reading Moreland told the owners of the steamer line, the Chamber of Commerce, the easily-gathered audience on Rush and Montgomery streets, the usual customers at Barry & Patton's, the loungers in the lobbies of the hotels, everybody who would listen--and who would not?--how that brave fellow Loring, who ought to have been a sailor, faced down that quartette of "blue-bellied lobsters" up at headquarters.

including all components without exception; being one unit or constituting the full amount or extent or duration; complete

From this reading The worst of having a man of Moreland's views present on such an occasion is that the whole thing is sure to be noised abroad with scant reference to military propriety.

be the winner in a contest or competition; be victorious

From this reading His principal claim to distinction during the great war seemed to be that of being able to criticise every other general's battles and to win none of his own.

in the company of; together with

From this reading The worst of having a man of Moreland's views present on such an occasion is that the whole thing is sure to be noised abroad with scant reference to military propriety.

the least favorable outcome

From this reading The worst of having a man of Moreland's views present on such an occasion is that the whole thing is sure to be noised abroad with scant reference to military propriety.

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

From this reading Moreland told the owners of the steamer line, the Chamber of Commerce, the easily-gathered audience on Rush and Montgomery streets, the usual customers at Barry & Patton's, the loungers in the lobbies of the hotels, everybody who would listen--and who would not?--how that brave fellow Loring, who ought to have been a sailor, faced down that quartette of "blue-bellied lobsters" up at headquarters.

superlative of “young” — (used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth

From this reading "He never went into a fight that he didn't get licked," declared the exultant Moreland, "and now he's bowled over by his youngest lieutenant."