used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading NICK and Herbert stopped on the Plaza to inspect a bear, which a lank Texan had fastened to a staple by a rope, and was waiting thus late at night for a purchaser.
personal knowledge or information about someone or something
From this reading Our friends, however, had no use for any animals of that species, and, taking care to keep beyond reach of the beast, who showed a desire for closer acquaintance, they sauntered toward the hotel.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading NICK and Herbert stopped on the Plaza to inspect a bear, which a lank Texan had fastened to a staple by a rope, and was waiting thus late at night for a purchaser.
plural of “animal” — a living organism characterized by voluntary movement
From this reading Our friends, however, had no use for any animals of that species, and, taking care to keep beyond reach of the beast, who showed a desire for closer acquaintance, they sauntered toward the hotel.
ANTONIO
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From this reading IN SAN ANTONIO.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading Our friends, however, had no use for any animals of that species, and, taking care to keep beyond reach of the beast, who showed a desire for closer acquaintance, they sauntered toward the hotel.
any person at all
From this reading The moment the boys passed, the owner began urging them to buy, offering the brute for fifteen dollars, and dwelling with much eloquence on the great bargain it was for anyone.
a human limb; technically the part of the superior limb between the shoulder and the elbow but commonly used to refer to the whole superior limb
From this reading Just before reaching it, someone touched Nick’s arm in such a timid manner that he turned, wondering what it could mean.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading NICK and Herbert stopped on the Plaza to inspect a bear, which a lank Texan had fastened to a staple by a rope, and was waiting thus late at night for a purchaser.
bargainnounUS /ˈbɑːrɡən/
an agreement between parties (usually arrived at after discussion) fixing obligations of each
From this reading The moment the boys passed, the owner began urging them to buy, offering the brute for fifteen dollars, and dwelling with much eloquence on the great bargain it was for anyone.
have
From this reading NICK and Herbert stopped on the Plaza to inspect a bear, which a lank Texan had fastened to a staple by a rope, and was waiting thus late at night for a purchaser.
a living organism characterized by voluntary movement
From this reading Our friends, however, had no use for any animals of that species, and, taking care to keep beyond reach of the beast, who showed a desire for closer acquaintance, they sauntered toward the hotel.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading Just before reaching it, someone touched Nick’s arm in such a timid manner that he turned, wondering what it could mean.
inflected form of “begin” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading The moment the boys passed, the owner began urging them to buy, offering the brute for fifteen dollars, and dwelling with much eloquence on the great bargain it was for anyone.
on the far side of; further than
From this reading Our friends, however, had no use for any animals of that species, and, taking care to keep beyond reach of the beast, who showed a desire for closer acquaintance, they sauntered toward the hotel.
plural of “boy” — a youthful male person
From this reading The moment the boys passed, the owner began urging them to buy, offering the brute for fifteen dollars, and dwelling with much eloquence on the great bargain it was for anyone.
brutenounUS /bruːt/
a cruelly rapacious person
From this reading The moment the boys passed, the owner began urging them to buy, offering the brute for fifteen dollars, and dwelling with much eloquence on the great bargain it was for anyone.
obtain by purchase; acquire by means of a financial transaction
From this reading The moment the boys passed, the owner began urging them to buy, offering the brute for fifteen dollars, and dwelling with much eloquence on the great bargain it was for anyone.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading NICK and Herbert stopped on the Plaza to inspect a bear, which a lank Texan had fastened to a staple by a rope, and was waiting thus late at night for a purchaser.
the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something
From this reading Our friends, however, had no use for any animals of that species, and, taking care to keep beyond reach of the beast, who showed a desire for closer acquaintance, they sauntered toward the hotel.
(comparative of “near” or “close”) within a shorter distance
From this reading Our friends, however, had no use for any animals of that species, and, taking care to keep beyond reach of the beast, who showed a desire for closer acquaintance, they sauntered toward the hotel.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading Just before reaching it, someone touched Nick’s arm in such a timid manner that he turned, wondering what it could mean.
the feeling that accompanies an unsatisfied state
From this reading Our friends, however, had no use for any animals of that species, and, taking care to keep beyond reach of the beast, who showed a desire for closer acquaintance, they sauntered toward the hotel.
plural of “dollar” — the basic monetary unit in many countries; equal to 100 cents
From this reading The moment the boys passed, the owner began urging them to buy, offering the brute for fifteen dollars, and dwelling with much eloquence on the great bargain it was for anyone.
dwellingnounUS /ˈdwelɪŋ/
housing that someone is living in
From this reading The moment the boys passed, the owner began urging them to buy, offering the brute for fifteen dollars, and dwelling with much eloquence on the great bargain it was for anyone.
eloquencenounUS /ˈel.ə.kwəns/
Fluent, persuasive, and graceful speaking or writing. (Sự hùng biện, tài ăn nói lưu loát.)
From this reading The moment the boys passed, the owner began urging them to buy, offering the brute for fifteen dollars, and dwelling with much eloquence on the great bargain it was for anyone.
firmly closed or secured
From this reading NICK and Herbert stopped on the Plaza to inspect a bear, which a lank Texan had fastened to a staple by a rope, and was waiting thus late at night for a purchaser.
the cardinal number that is the sum of fourteen and one
From this reading The moment the boys passed, the owner began urging them to buy, offering the brute for fifteen dollars, and dwelling with much eloquence on the great bargain it was for anyone.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading NICK and Herbert stopped on the Plaza to inspect a bear, which a lank Texan had fastened to a staple by a rope, and was waiting thus late at night for a purchaser.
plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust
From this reading Our friends, however, had no use for any animals of that species, and, taking care to keep beyond reach of the beast, who showed a desire for closer acquaintance, they sauntered toward the hotel.
relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind
From this reading The moment the boys passed, the owner began urging them to buy, offering the brute for fifteen dollars, and dwelling with much eloquence on the great bargain it was for anyone.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading NICK and Herbert stopped on the Plaza to inspect a bear, which a lank Texan had fastened to a staple by a rope, and was waiting thus late at night for a purchaser.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Just before reaching it, someone touched Nick’s arm in such a timid manner that he turned, wondering what it could mean.
HerbertnounUS /ˈhɜːrbərt/
United States musician and composer and conductor noted for his comic operas (1859-1924)
From this reading NICK and Herbert stopped on the Plaza to inspect a bear, which a lank Texan had fastened to a staple by a rope, and was waiting thus late at night for a purchaser.
a building where travelers can pay for lodging and meals and other services
From this reading Our friends, however, had no use for any animals of that species, and, taking care to keep beyond reach of the beast, who showed a desire for closer acquaintance, they sauntered toward the hotel.
used to add a contrasting statement
From this reading Our friends, however, had no use for any animals of that species, and, taking care to keep beyond reach of the beast, who showed a desire for closer acquaintance, they sauntered toward the hotel.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading IN SAN ANTONIO.
inspectverbUS /ˌɪnˈspekt/
look over carefully
From this reading NICK and Herbert stopped on the Plaza to inspect a bear, which a lank Texan had fastened to a staple by a rope, and was waiting thus late at night for a purchaser.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading The moment the boys passed, the owner began urging them to buy, offering the brute for fifteen dollars, and dwelling with much eloquence on the great bargain it was for anyone.
and nothing more
From this reading Just before reaching it, someone touched Nick’s arm in such a timid manner that he turned, wondering what it could mean.
cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”
From this reading Our friends, however, had no use for any animals of that species, and, taking care to keep beyond reach of the beast, who showed a desire for closer acquaintance, they sauntered toward the hotel.
lankadjectiveUS /læŋk/
long and thin and often limp
From this reading NICK and Herbert stopped on the Plaza to inspect a bear, which a lank Texan had fastened to a staple by a rope, and was waiting thus late at night for a purchaser.
being or occurring at an advanced period of time or after a usual or expected time
From this reading NICK and Herbert stopped on the Plaza to inspect a bear, which a lank Texan had fastened to a staple by a rope, and was waiting thus late at night for a purchaser.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading Just before reaching it, someone touched Nick’s arm in such a timid manner that he turned, wondering what it could mean.
mean or intend to express or convey
From this reading Just before reaching it, someone touched Nick’s arm in such a timid manner that he turned, wondering what it could mean.
a particular point in time
From this reading The moment the boys passed, the owner began urging them to buy, offering the brute for fifteen dollars, and dwelling with much eloquence on the great bargain it was for anyone.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading The moment the boys passed, the owner began urging them to buy, offering the brute for fifteen dollars, and dwelling with much eloquence on the great bargain it was for anyone.
NICKverbUS /nɪk/
cut slightly, with a razor
From this reading NICK and Herbert stopped on the Plaza to inspect a bear, which a lank Texan had fastened to a staple by a rope, and was waiting thus late at night for a purchaser.
Nick'snounUS /nɪks/
possessive form of “nick” — an impression in a surface (as made by a blow)
From this reading Just before reaching it, someone touched Nick’s arm in such a timid manner that he turned, wondering what it could mean.
the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside
From this reading NICK and Herbert stopped on the Plaza to inspect a bear, which a lank Texan had fastened to a staple by a rope, and was waiting thus late at night for a purchaser.
not any; not one
From this reading Our friends, however, had no use for any animals of that species, and, taking care to keep beyond reach of the beast, who showed a desire for closer acquaintance, they sauntered toward the hotel.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Our friends, however, had no use for any animals of that species, and, taking care to keep beyond reach of the beast, who showed a desire for closer acquaintance, they sauntered toward the hotel.
offeringnounUS /ˈɔːfərɪŋ/
something offered (as a proposal or bid)
From this reading The moment the boys passed, the owner began urging them to buy, offering the brute for fifteen dollars, and dwelling with much eloquence on the great bargain it was for anyone.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading NICK and Herbert stopped on the Plaza to inspect a bear, which a lank Texan had fastened to a staple by a rope, and was waiting thus late at night for a purchaser.
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading Our friends, however, had no use for any animals of that species, and, taking care to keep beyond reach of the beast, who showed a desire for closer acquaintance, they sauntered toward the hotel.
(law) someone who owns (is legal possessor of) a business
From this reading The moment the boys passed, the owner began urging them to buy, offering the brute for fifteen dollars, and dwelling with much eloquence on the great bargain it was for anyone.
past form of “pass” — go across or through
From this reading The moment the boys passed, the owner began urging them to buy, offering the brute for fifteen dollars, and dwelling with much eloquence on the great bargain it was for anyone.
PlazanounUS /ˈplɑːzə/
a public square with room for pedestrians
From this reading NICK and Herbert stopped on the Plaza to inspect a bear, which a lank Texan had fastened to a staple by a rope, and was waiting thus late at night for a purchaser.
purchasernounUS /ˈpɜːrtʃəsər/
a person who buys
From this reading NICK and Herbert stopped on the Plaza to inspect a bear, which a lank Texan had fastened to a staple by a rope, and was waiting thus late at night for a purchaser.
reach a destination, either real or abstract
From this reading Our friends, however, had no use for any animals of that species, and, taking care to keep beyond reach of the beast, who showed a desire for closer acquaintance, they sauntered toward the hotel.
the act of physically reaching or thrusting out
From this reading Just before reaching it, someone touched Nick’s arm in such a timid manner that he turned, wondering what it could mean.
a strong line
From this reading NICK and Herbert stopped on the Plaza to inspect a bear, which a lank Texan had fastened to a staple by a rope, and was waiting thus late at night for a purchaser.
SAN
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From this reading IN SAN ANTONIO.
sauntered
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From this reading Our friends, however, had no use for any animals of that species, and, taking care to keep beyond reach of the beast, who showed a desire for closer acquaintance, they sauntered toward the hotel.
past form of “show” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading Our friends, however, had no use for any animals of that species, and, taking care to keep beyond reach of the beast, who showed a desire for closer acquaintance, they sauntered toward the hotel.
a person, without saying who
From this reading Just before reaching it, someone touched Nick’s arm in such a timid manner that he turned, wondering what it could mean.
speciesnounUS /ˈspiːʃiz/
(biology) taxonomic group whose members can interbreed
From this reading Our friends, however, had no use for any animals of that species, and, taking care to keep beyond reach of the beast, who showed a desire for closer acquaintance, they sauntered toward the hotel.
staplenounUS /ˈsteɪpəl/
(usually in the plural) a necessary commodity for which demand is constant
From this reading NICK and Herbert stopped on the Plaza to inspect a bear, which a lank Texan had fastened to a staple by a rope, and was waiting thus late at night for a purchaser.
(of a nose) blocked
From this reading NICK and Herbert stopped on the Plaza to inspect a bear, which a lank Texan had fastened to a staple by a rope, and was waiting thus late at night for a purchaser.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading Just before reaching it, someone touched Nick’s arm in such a timid manner that he turned, wondering what it could mean.
the act of someone who picks up or takes something
From this reading Our friends, however, had no use for any animals of that species, and, taking care to keep beyond reach of the beast, who showed a desire for closer acquaintance, they sauntered toward the hotel.
TexannounUS /ˈteksən/
a native or resident of Texas
From this reading NICK and Herbert stopped on the Plaza to inspect a bear, which a lank Texan had fastened to a staple by a rope, and was waiting thus late at night for a purchaser.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Our friends, however, had no use for any animals of that species, and, taking care to keep beyond reach of the beast, who showed a desire for closer acquaintance, they sauntered toward the hotel.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading NICK and Herbert stopped on the Plaza to inspect a bear, which a lank Texan had fastened to a staple by a rope, and was waiting thus late at night for a purchaser.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading The moment the boys passed, the owner began urging them to buy, offering the brute for fifteen dollars, and dwelling with much eloquence on the great bargain it was for anyone.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Our friends, however, had no use for any animals of that species, and, taking care to keep beyond reach of the beast, who showed a desire for closer acquaintance, they sauntered toward the hotel.
(used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result
From this reading NICK and Herbert stopped on the Plaza to inspect a bear, which a lank Texan had fastened to a staple by a rope, and was waiting thus late at night for a purchaser.
timidadjectiveUS /ˈtɪmɪd/
showing fear and lack of confidence
From this reading Just before reaching it, someone touched Nick’s arm in such a timid manner that he turned, wondering what it could mean.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading NICK and Herbert stopped on the Plaza to inspect a bear, which a lank Texan had fastened to a staple by a rope, and was waiting thus late at night for a purchaser.
having come into contact
From this reading Just before reaching it, someone touched Nick’s arm in such a timid manner that he turned, wondering what it could mean.
towardprepositionUS /təˈwɔːrd/
in the direction of
From this reading Our friends, however, had no use for any animals of that species, and, taking care to keep beyond reach of the beast, who showed a desire for closer acquaintance, they sauntered toward the hotel.
moved around an axis or center
From this reading Just before reaching it, someone touched Nick’s arm in such a timid manner that he turned, wondering what it could mean.
urgingnounUS /ˈɜːrdʒɪŋ/
a verbalization that encourages you to attempt something
From this reading The moment the boys passed, the owner began urging them to buy, offering the brute for fifteen dollars, and dwelling with much eloquence on the great bargain it was for anyone.
the act of using
From this reading Our friends, however, had no use for any animals of that species, and, taking care to keep beyond reach of the beast, who showed a desire for closer acquaintance, they sauntered toward the hotel.
the act of waiting (remaining inactive in one place while expecting something)
From this reading NICK and Herbert stopped on the Plaza to inspect a bear, which a lank Texan had fastened to a staple by a rope, and was waiting thus late at night for a purchaser.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading NICK and Herbert stopped on the Plaza to inspect a bear, which a lank Texan had fastened to a staple by a rope, and was waiting thus late at night for a purchaser.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading Just before reaching it, someone touched Nick’s arm in such a timid manner that he turned, wondering what it could mean.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading NICK and Herbert stopped on the Plaza to inspect a bear, which a lank Texan had fastened to a staple by a rope, and was waiting thus late at night for a purchaser.
which person or people
From this reading Our friends, however, had no use for any animals of that species, and, taking care to keep beyond reach of the beast, who showed a desire for closer acquaintance, they sauntered toward the hotel.
in the company of; together with
From this reading The moment the boys passed, the owner began urging them to buy, offering the brute for fifteen dollars, and dwelling with much eloquence on the great bargain it was for anyone.
showing curiosity
From this reading Just before reaching it, someone touched Nick’s arm in such a timid manner that he turned, wondering what it could mean.
