used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading ON THE COLLECT "Peter, Peter," said Grandma Effingham in a tone of gentle remonstrance, "if thee would only let the ball alone Tabitha would keep quiet."
(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 "Much you deserve all the stockings that grandma knits for you so perseveringly; just look at the condition of that ball"--and by a skillful flank movement she rescued the yarn as Tabitha's pranks and Peter's tumble came to a hasty conclusion, and the chief culprit gained his feet and began to apologize for his frolic, as the cat fled through the door.
aloneadjectiveUS /əˈloʊn/
Having no one else present.
From this reading ON THE COLLECT "Peter, Peter," said Grandma Effingham in a tone of gentle remonstrance, "if thee would only let the ball alone Tabitha would keep quiet."
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading "Stop it, Peter," said Betty, from the doorway, as the irrepressible youngster rolled over and over on the rug, himself, the gray cat, and the ball of gray yarn hopelessly entangled.
apologizeverbUS /əˈpɑːlədʒaɪz/
acknowledge faults or shortcomings or failing
From this reading "Much you deserve all the stockings that grandma knits for you so perseveringly; just look at the condition of that ball"--and by a skillful flank movement she rescued the yarn as Tabitha's pranks and Peter's tumble came to a hasty conclusion, and the chief culprit gained his feet and began to apologize for his frolic, as the cat fled through the door.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading "Stop it, Peter," said Betty, from the doorway, as the irrepressible youngster rolled over and over on the rug, himself, the gray cat, and the ball of gray yarn hopelessly entangled.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading "Much you deserve all the stockings that grandma knits for you so perseveringly; just look at the condition of that ball"--and by a skillful flank movement she rescued the yarn as Tabitha's pranks and Peter's tumble came to a hasty conclusion, and the chief culprit gained his feet and began to apologize for his frolic, as the cat fled through the door.
round object that is hit or thrown or kicked in games
From this reading ON THE COLLECT "Peter, Peter," said Grandma Effingham in a tone of gentle remonstrance, "if thee would only let the ball alone Tabitha would keep quiet."
inflected form of “begin” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading "Much you deserve all the stockings that grandma knits for you so perseveringly; just look at the condition of that ball"--and by a skillful flank movement she rescued the yarn as Tabitha's pranks and Peter's tumble came to a hasty conclusion, and the chief culprit gained his feet and began to apologize for his frolic, as the cat fled through the door.
Betty
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading "Stop it, Peter," said Betty, from the doorway, as the irrepressible youngster rolled over and over on the rug, himself, the gray cat, and the ball of gray yarn hopelessly entangled.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading "Much you deserve all the stockings that grandma knits for you so perseveringly; just look at the condition of that ball"--and by a skillful flank movement she rescued the yarn as Tabitha's pranks and Peter's tumble came to a hasty conclusion, and the chief culprit gained his feet and began to apologize for his frolic, as the cat fled through the door.
inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading "Much you deserve all the stockings that grandma knits for you so perseveringly; just look at the condition of that ball"--and by a skillful flank movement she rescued the yarn as Tabitha's pranks and Peter's tumble came to a hasty conclusion, and the chief culprit gained his feet and began to apologize for his frolic, as the cat fled through the door.
capesnounUS /keɪps/
plural of “cape” — a strip of land projecting into a body of water
From this reading "I was just waiting for you, Betty; you girls take such a long time to put on your capes and furbelows.
feline mammal usually having thick soft fur and no ability to roar: domestic cats; wildcats
From this reading "Stop it, Peter," said Betty, from the doorway, as the irrepressible youngster rolled over and over on the rug, himself, the gray cat, and the ball of gray yarn hopelessly entangled.
a person who is in charge
From this reading "Much you deserve all the stockings that grandma knits for you so perseveringly; just look at the condition of that ball"--and by a skillful flank movement she rescued the yarn as Tabitha's pranks and Peter's tumble came to a hasty conclusion, and the chief culprit gained his feet and began to apologize for his frolic, as the cat fled through the door.
COLLECTverbUS /kəˈlekt/
get or gather together
From this reading ON THE COLLECT "Peter, Peter," said Grandma Effingham in a tone of gentle remonstrance, "if thee would only let the ball alone Tabitha would keep quiet."
a position or opinion or judgment reached after consideration
From this reading "Much you deserve all the stockings that grandma knits for you so perseveringly; just look at the condition of that ball"--and by a skillful flank movement she rescued the yarn as Tabitha's pranks and Peter's tumble came to a hasty conclusion, and the chief culprit gained his feet and began to apologize for his frolic, as the cat fled through the door.
a state at a particular time
From this reading "Much you deserve all the stockings that grandma knits for you so perseveringly; just look at the condition of that ball"--and by a skillful flank movement she rescued the yarn as Tabitha's pranks and Peter's tumble came to a hasty conclusion, and the chief culprit gained his feet and began to apologize for his frolic, as the cat fled through the door.
culpritnounUS /ˈkʌlprɪt/
someone who perpetrates wrongdoing
From this reading "Much you deserve all the stockings that grandma knits for you so perseveringly; just look at the condition of that ball"--and by a skillful flank movement she rescued the yarn as Tabitha's pranks and Peter's tumble came to a hasty conclusion, and the chief culprit gained his feet and began to apologize for his frolic, as the cat fled through the door.
deserveverbUS /dɪˈzɜːrv/
be worthy or deserving
From this reading "Much you deserve all the stockings that grandma knits for you so perseveringly; just look at the condition of that ball"--and by a skillful flank movement she rescued the yarn as Tabitha's pranks and Peter's tumble came to a hasty conclusion, and the chief culprit gained his feet and began to apologize for his frolic, as the cat fled through the door.
detainverbUS /dɪˈteɪn/
deprive of freedom; take into confinement
From this reading I'll warrant Kitty will detain us when we stop for her, and we must hasten, for the sun will not stay up much longer.
a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle
From this reading "Much you deserve all the stockings that grandma knits for you so perseveringly; just look at the condition of that ball"--and by a skillful flank movement she rescued the yarn as Tabitha's pranks and Peter's tumble came to a hasty conclusion, and the chief culprit gained his feet and began to apologize for his frolic, as the cat fled through the door.
the entrance (the space in a wall) through which you enter or leave a room or building; the space that a door can close
From this reading "Stop it, Peter," said Betty, from the doorway, as the irrepressible youngster rolled over and over on the rug, himself, the gray cat, and the ball of gray yarn hopelessly entangled.
Effingham
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading ON THE COLLECT "Peter, Peter," said Grandma Effingham in a tone of gentle remonstrance, "if thee would only let the ball alone Tabitha would keep quiet."
entangledadjectiveUS /enˈtæŋɡəld/
deeply involved especially in something complicated
From this reading "Stop it, Peter," said Betty, from the doorway, as the irrepressible youngster rolled over and over on the rug, himself, the gray cat, and the ball of gray yarn hopelessly entangled.
plural of “foot” — the part of the leg of a human being below the ankle joint
From this reading "Much you deserve all the stockings that grandma knits for you so perseveringly; just look at the condition of that ball"--and by a skillful flank movement she rescued the yarn as Tabitha's pranks and Peter's tumble came to a hasty conclusion, and the chief culprit gained his feet and began to apologize for his frolic, as the cat fled through the door.
flanknounUS /flæŋk/
the side of military or naval formation
From this reading "Much you deserve all the stockings that grandma knits for you so perseveringly; just look at the condition of that ball"--and by a skillful flank movement she rescued the yarn as Tabitha's pranks and Peter's tumble came to a hasty conclusion, and the chief culprit gained his feet and began to apologize for his frolic, as the cat fled through the door.
inflected form of “flee” — run away quickly
From this reading "Much you deserve all the stockings that grandma knits for you so perseveringly; just look at the condition of that ball"--and by a skillful flank movement she rescued the yarn as Tabitha's pranks and Peter's tumble came to a hasty conclusion, and the chief culprit gained his feet and began to apologize for his frolic, as the cat fled through the door.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading "Much you deserve all the stockings that grandma knits for you so perseveringly; just look at the condition of that ball"--and by a skillful flank movement she rescued the yarn as Tabitha's pranks and Peter's tumble came to a hasty conclusion, and the chief culprit gained his feet and began to apologize for his frolic, as the cat fled through the door.
frolicnounUS /ˈfrɑːlɪk/
gay or light-hearted recreational activity for diversion or amusement
From this reading "Much you deserve all the stockings that grandma knits for you so perseveringly; just look at the condition of that ball"--and by a skillful flank movement she rescued the yarn as Tabitha's pranks and Peter's tumble came to a hasty conclusion, and the chief culprit gained his feet and began to apologize for his frolic, as the cat fled through the door.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading "Stop it, Peter," said Betty, from the doorway, as the irrepressible youngster rolled over and over on the rug, himself, the gray cat, and the ball of gray yarn hopelessly entangled.
furbelows
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading "I was just waiting for you, Betty; you girls take such a long time to put on your capes and furbelows.
past form of “gain” — obtain
From this reading "Much you deserve all the stockings that grandma knits for you so perseveringly; just look at the condition of that ball"--and by a skillful flank movement she rescued the yarn as Tabitha's pranks and Peter's tumble came to a hasty conclusion, and the chief culprit gained his feet and began to apologize for his frolic, as the cat fled through the door.
soft and mild; not harsh or stern or severe
From this reading ON THE COLLECT "Peter, Peter," said Grandma Effingham in a tone of gentle remonstrance, "if thee would only let the ball alone Tabitha would keep quiet."
plural of “girl” — a young female
From this reading "I was just waiting for you, Betty; you girls take such a long time to put on your capes and furbelows.
GrandmanounUS /ˈɡrændmɑː/
the mother of your father or mother
From this reading ON THE COLLECT "Peter, Peter," said Grandma Effingham in a tone of gentle remonstrance, "if thee would only let the ball alone Tabitha would keep quiet."
a neutral achromatic color midway between white and black
From this reading "Stop it, Peter," said Betty, from the doorway, as the irrepressible youngster rolled over and over on the rug, himself, the gray cat, and the ball of gray yarn hopelessly entangled.
hastenverbUS /ˈheɪsən/
act or move at high speed
From this reading I'll warrant Kitty will detain us when we stop for her, and we must hasten, for the sun will not stay up much longer.
hastyadjectiveUS /ˈheɪsti/
excessively quick
From this reading "Much you deserve all the stockings that grandma knits for you so perseveringly; just look at the condition of that ball"--and by a skillful flank movement she rescued the yarn as Tabitha's pranks and Peter's tumble came to a hasty conclusion, and the chief culprit gained his feet and began to apologize for his frolic, as the cat fled through the door.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading I'll warrant Kitty will detain us when we stop for her, and we must hasten, for the sun will not stay up much longer.
used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object
From this reading "Stop it, Peter," said Betty, from the doorway, as the irrepressible youngster rolled over and over on the rug, himself, the gray cat, and the ball of gray yarn hopelessly entangled.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading "Much you deserve all the stockings that grandma knits for you so perseveringly; just look at the condition of that ball"--and by a skillful flank movement she rescued the yarn as Tabitha's pranks and Peter's tumble came to a hasty conclusion, and the chief culprit gained his feet and began to apologize for his frolic, as the cat fled through the door.
hopelesslyadverbUS /ˈhoʊpləsli/
in a hopeless manner
From this reading "Stop it, Peter," said Betty, from the doorway, as the irrepressible youngster rolled over and over on the rug, himself, the gray cat, and the ball of gray yarn hopelessly entangled.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading "I was just waiting for you, Betty; you girls take such a long time to put on your capes and furbelows.
I'll
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading I'll warrant Kitty will detain us when we stop for her, and we must hasten, for the sun will not stay up much longer.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading ON THE COLLECT "Peter, Peter," said Grandma Effingham in a tone of gentle remonstrance, "if thee would only let the ball alone Tabitha would keep quiet."
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading ON THE COLLECT "Peter, Peter," said Grandma Effingham in a tone of gentle remonstrance, "if thee would only let the ball alone Tabitha would keep quiet."
irrepressibleadjectiveUS /ˌɪrəˈpresəbəl/
impossible to repress or control
From this reading "Stop it, Peter," said Betty, from the doorway, as the irrepressible youngster rolled over and over on the rug, himself, the gray cat, and the ball of gray yarn hopelessly entangled.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading "Stop it, Peter," said Betty, from the doorway, as the irrepressible youngster rolled over and over on the rug, himself, the gray cat, and the ball of gray yarn hopelessly entangled.
and nothing more
From this reading "Much you deserve all the stockings that grandma knits for you so perseveringly; just look at the condition of that ball"--and by a skillful flank movement she rescued the yarn as Tabitha's pranks and Peter's tumble came to a hasty conclusion, and the chief culprit gained his feet and began to apologize for his frolic, as the cat fled through the door.
cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”
From this reading ON THE COLLECT "Peter, Peter," said Grandma Effingham in a tone of gentle remonstrance, "if thee would only let the ball alone Tabitha would keep quiet."
KittynounUS /ˈkɪti/
the combined stakes of the betters
From this reading I'll warrant Kitty will detain us when we stop for her, and we must hasten, for the sun will not stay up much longer.
knitsnounUS /nɪts/
plural of “knit” — a fabric made by knitting
From this reading "Much you deserve all the stockings that grandma knits for you so perseveringly; just look at the condition of that ball"--and by a skillful flank movement she rescued the yarn as Tabitha's pranks and Peter's tumble came to a hasty conclusion, and the chief culprit gained his feet and began to apologize for his frolic, as the cat fled through the door.
letauxiliary verbUS /let/
used to make a suggestion or a command including the speaker
From this reading ON THE COLLECT "Peter, Peter," said Grandma Effingham in a tone of gentle remonstrance, "if thee would only let the ball alone Tabitha would keep quiet."
primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified
From this reading "I was just waiting for you, Betty; you girls take such a long time to put on your capes and furbelows.
for more time
From this reading I'll warrant Kitty will detain us when we stop for her, and we must hasten, for the sun will not stay up much longer.
perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading "Much you deserve all the stockings that grandma knits for you so perseveringly; just look at the condition of that ball"--and by a skillful flank movement she rescued the yarn as Tabitha's pranks and Peter's tumble came to a hasty conclusion, and the chief culprit gained his feet and began to apologize for his frolic, as the cat fled through the door.
a change of position that does not entail a change of location
From this reading "Much you deserve all the stockings that grandma knits for you so perseveringly; just look at the condition of that ball"--and by a skillful flank movement she rescued the yarn as Tabitha's pranks and Peter's tumble came to a hasty conclusion, and the chief culprit gained his feet and began to apologize for his frolic, as the cat fled through the door.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading "Much you deserve all the stockings that grandma knits for you so perseveringly; just look at the condition of that ball"--and by a skillful flank movement she rescued the yarn as Tabitha's pranks and Peter's tumble came to a hasty conclusion, and the chief culprit gained his feet and began to apologize for his frolic, as the cat fled through the door.
used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true
From this reading I'll warrant Kitty will detain us when we stop for her, and we must hasten, for the sun will not stay up much longer.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading I'll warrant Kitty will detain us when we stop for her, and we must hasten, for the sun will not stay up much longer.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading ON THE COLLECT "Peter, Peter," said Grandma Effingham in a tone of gentle remonstrance, "if thee would only let the ball alone Tabitha would keep quiet."
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading ON THE COLLECT "Peter, Peter," said Grandma Effingham in a tone of gentle remonstrance, "if thee would only let the ball alone Tabitha would keep quiet."
and nothing more
From this reading ON THE COLLECT "Peter, Peter," said Grandma Effingham in a tone of gentle remonstrance, "if thee would only let the ball alone Tabitha would keep quiet."
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading "Stop it, Peter," said Betty, from the doorway, as the irrepressible youngster rolled over and over on the rug, himself, the gray cat, and the ball of gray yarn hopelessly entangled.
perseveringlyadverb
with perseverance
From this reading "Much you deserve all the stockings that grandma knits for you so perseveringly; just look at the condition of that ball"--and by a skillful flank movement she rescued the yarn as Tabitha's pranks and Peter's tumble came to a hasty conclusion, and the chief culprit gained his feet and began to apologize for his frolic, as the cat fled through the door.
disciple of Jesus and leader of the Apostles; regarded by Catholics as the vicar of Christ on earth and first Pope
From this reading ON THE COLLECT "Peter, Peter," said Grandma Effingham in a tone of gentle remonstrance, "if thee would only let the ball alone Tabitha would keep quiet."
Peter'snounUS /ˈpiːtərz/
possessive form of “peter” — disciple of Jesus and leader of the Apostles; regarded by Catholics as the vicar of Christ on earth and first Pope
From this reading "Much you deserve all the stockings that grandma knits for you so perseveringly; just look at the condition of that ball"--and by a skillful flank movement she rescued the yarn as Tabitha's pranks and Peter's tumble came to a hasty conclusion, and the chief culprit gained his feet and began to apologize for his frolic, as the cat fled through the door.
pranksnounUS /præŋks/
plural of “prank” — acting like a clown or buffoon
From this reading "Much you deserve all the stockings that grandma knits for you so perseveringly; just look at the condition of that ball"--and by a skillful flank movement she rescued the yarn as Tabitha's pranks and Peter's tumble came to a hasty conclusion, and the chief culprit gained his feet and began to apologize for his frolic, as the cat fled through the door.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading "I was just waiting for you, Betty; you girls take such a long time to put on your capes and furbelows.
quietadjectiveUS /ˈkwaɪət/
characterized by an absence or near absence of agitation or activity
From this reading ON THE COLLECT "Peter, Peter," said Grandma Effingham in a tone of gentle remonstrance, "if thee would only let the ball alone Tabitha would keep quiet."
remonstrancenoun
the act of expressing earnest opposition or protest
From this reading ON THE COLLECT "Peter, Peter," said Grandma Effingham in a tone of gentle remonstrance, "if thee would only let the ball alone Tabitha would keep quiet."
rescuedadjectiveUS /ˈreskjuːd/
delivered from danger
From this reading "Much you deserve all the stockings that grandma knits for you so perseveringly; just look at the condition of that ball"--and by a skillful flank movement she rescued the yarn as Tabitha's pranks and Peter's tumble came to a hasty conclusion, and the chief culprit gained his feet and began to apologize for his frolic, as the cat fled through the door.
especially of petals or leaves in bud; having margins rolled inward
From this reading "Stop it, Peter," said Betty, from the doorway, as the irrepressible youngster rolled over and over on the rug, himself, the gray cat, and the ball of gray yarn hopelessly entangled.
rugnounUS /rʌɡ/
floor covering consisting of a piece of thick heavy fabric (usually with nap or pile)
From this reading "Stop it, Peter," said Betty, from the doorway, as the irrepressible youngster rolled over and over on the rug, himself, the gray cat, and the ball of gray yarn hopelessly entangled.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading ON THE COLLECT "Peter, Peter," said Grandma Effingham in a tone of gentle remonstrance, "if thee would only let the ball alone Tabitha would keep quiet."
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading "Much you deserve all the stockings that grandma knits for you so perseveringly; just look at the condition of that ball"--and by a skillful flank movement she rescued the yarn as Tabitha's pranks and Peter's tumble came to a hasty conclusion, and the chief culprit gained his feet and began to apologize for his frolic, as the cat fled through the door.
skillfuladjectiveUS /ˈskɪlfəl/
having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude
From this reading "Much you deserve all the stockings that grandma knits for you so perseveringly; just look at the condition of that ball"--and by a skillful flank movement she rescued the yarn as Tabitha's pranks and Peter's tumble came to a hasty conclusion, and the chief culprit gained his feet and began to apologize for his frolic, as the cat fled through the door.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading "Much you deserve all the stockings that grandma knits for you so perseveringly; just look at the condition of that ball"--and by a skillful flank movement she rescued the yarn as Tabitha's pranks and Peter's tumble came to a hasty conclusion, and the chief culprit gained his feet and began to apologize for his frolic, as the cat fled through the door.
stay the same; remain in a certain state
From this reading I'll warrant Kitty will detain us when we stop for her, and we must hasten, for the sun will not stay up much longer.
stockingsnounUS /ˈstɑːkɪŋz/
plural of “stocking” — close-fitting hosiery to cover the foot and leg; come in matched pairs (usually used in the plural)
From this reading "Much you deserve all the stockings that grandma knits for you so perseveringly; just look at the condition of that ball"--and by a skillful flank movement she rescued the yarn as Tabitha's pranks and Peter's tumble came to a hasty conclusion, and the chief culprit gained his feet and began to apologize for his frolic, as the cat fled through the door.
come to a halt, stop moving
From this reading "Stop it, Peter," said Betty, from the doorway, as the irrepressible youngster rolled over and over on the rug, himself, the gray cat, and the ball of gray yarn hopelessly entangled.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading "I was just waiting for you, Betty; you girls take such a long time to put on your capes and furbelows.
the star that is the source of light and heat for the planets in the solar system
From this reading I'll warrant Kitty will detain us when we stop for her, and we must hasten, for the sun will not stay up much longer.
Tabitha
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading ON THE COLLECT "Peter, Peter," said Grandma Effingham in a tone of gentle remonstrance, "if thee would only let the ball alone Tabitha would keep quiet."
Tabitha's
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading "Much you deserve all the stockings that grandma knits for you so perseveringly; just look at the condition of that ball"--and by a skillful flank movement she rescued the yarn as Tabitha's pranks and Peter's tumble came to a hasty conclusion, and the chief culprit gained his feet and began to apologize for his frolic, as the cat fled through the door.
carry out
From this reading "I was just waiting for you, Betty; you girls take such a long time to put on your capes and furbelows.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading "Much you deserve all the stockings that grandma knits for you so perseveringly; just look at the condition of that ball"--and by a skillful flank movement she rescued the yarn as Tabitha's pranks and Peter's tumble came to a hasty conclusion, and the chief culprit gained his feet and began to apologize for his frolic, as the cat fled through the door.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading ON THE COLLECT "Peter, Peter," said Grandma Effingham in a tone of gentle remonstrance, "if thee would only let the ball alone Tabitha would keep quiet."
an old word for “you”, as the object, speaking to one person
From this reading ON THE COLLECT "Peter, Peter," said Grandma Effingham in a tone of gentle remonstrance, "if thee would only let the ball alone Tabitha would keep quiet."
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading "Much you deserve all the stockings that grandma knits for you so perseveringly; just look at the condition of that ball"--and by a skillful flank movement she rescued the yarn as Tabitha's pranks and Peter's tumble came to a hasty conclusion, and the chief culprit gained his feet and began to apologize for his frolic, as the cat fled through the door.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading "I was just waiting for you, Betty; you girls take such a long time to put on your capes and furbelows.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading "Much you deserve all the stockings that grandma knits for you so perseveringly; just look at the condition of that ball"--and by a skillful flank movement she rescued the yarn as Tabitha's pranks and Peter's tumble came to a hasty conclusion, and the chief culprit gained his feet and began to apologize for his frolic, as the cat fled through the door.
the quality of a person's voice
From this reading ON THE COLLECT "Peter, Peter," said Grandma Effingham in a tone of gentle remonstrance, "if thee would only let the ball alone Tabitha would keep quiet."
tumbleverbUS /ˈtʌmbəl/
fall down, as if collapsing
From this reading "Much you deserve all the stockings that grandma knits for you so perseveringly; just look at the condition of that ball"--and by a skillful flank movement she rescued the yarn as Tabitha's pranks and Peter's tumble came to a hasty conclusion, and the chief culprit gained his feet and began to apologize for his frolic, as the cat fled through the door.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading I'll warrant Kitty will detain us when we stop for her, and we must hasten, for the sun will not stay up much longer.
the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading I'll warrant Kitty will detain us when we stop for her, and we must hasten, for the sun will not stay up much longer.
the act of waiting (remaining inactive in one place while expecting something)
From this reading "I was just waiting for you, Betty; you girls take such a long time to put on your capes and furbelows.
warrantnounUS /ˈwɔːrənt/
a writ from a court commanding police to perform specified acts
From this reading I'll warrant Kitty will detain us when we stop for her, and we must hasten, for the sun will not stay up much longer.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading "I was just waiting for you, Betty; you girls take such a long time to put on your capes and furbelows.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading I'll warrant Kitty will detain us when we stop for her, and we must hasten, for the sun will not stay up much longer.
at the time that
From this reading I'll warrant Kitty will detain us when we stop for her, and we must hasten, for the sun will not stay up much longer.
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading I'll warrant Kitty will detain us when we stop for her, and we must hasten, for the sun will not stay up much longer.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading ON THE COLLECT "Peter, Peter," said Grandma Effingham in a tone of gentle remonstrance, "if thee would only let the ball alone Tabitha would keep quiet."
yarnnounUS /jɑːrn/
the act of giving an account describing incidents or a course of events
From this reading "Stop it, Peter," said Betty, from the doorway, as the irrepressible youngster rolled over and over on the rug, himself, the gray cat, and the ball of gray yarn hopelessly entangled.
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading "Much you deserve all the stockings that grandma knits for you so perseveringly; just look at the condition of that ball"--and by a skillful flank movement she rescued the yarn as Tabitha's pranks and Peter's tumble came to a hasty conclusion, and the chief culprit gained his feet and began to apologize for his frolic, as the cat fled through the door.
youngsternounUS /ˈjʌŋstər/
a young person of either sex
From this reading "Stop it, Peter," said Betty, from the doorway, as the irrepressible youngster rolled over and over on the rug, himself, the gray cat, and the ball of gray yarn hopelessly entangled.
belonging to the person or people being spoken to
From this reading "I was just waiting for you, Betty; you girls take such a long time to put on your capes and furbelows.
