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Chapter XXII
THE HORSE THAT KILLED DUNBAR In the Homeric simplicity of the cow camps, where the primitive emotions still rule, any soul-stirring which cannot find its expression in curses is pretty sure to seek the level of laughter. The boys were profoundly moved by Bowles' declaration of intention, but after gazing upon him for a spell in mingled incredulity and awe, their lips began to curl. "Aw--_him_!" they said. "Him ride Dunbar? Umph-umm!
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later than; following
From this reading “The boys were profoundly moved by Bowles' declaration of intention, but after gazing upon him for a spell in mingled incredulity and awe, their lips began to curl.”
an important story-specific word used in this passage
From this reading “The boys were profoundly moved by Bowles' declaration of intention, but after gazing upon him for a spell in mingled incredulity and awe, their lips began to curl.”
an important story-specific word used in this passage
From this reading “THE HORSE THAT KILLED DUNBAR In the Homeric simplicity of the cow camps, where the primitive emotions still rule, any soul-stirring which cannot find its expression in curses is pretty sure to seek the level of laughter.”
an important story-specific word used in this passage
From this reading “THE HORSE THAT KILLED DUNBAR In the Homeric simplicity of the cow camps, where the primitive emotions still rule, any soul-stirring which cannot find its expression in curses is pretty sure to seek the level of laughter.”
a formal word for “on”
From this reading “The boys were profoundly moved by Bowles' declaration of intention, but after gazing upon him for a spell in mingled incredulity and awe, their lips began to curl.”
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used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading The boys were profoundly moved by Bowles' declaration of intention, but after gazing upon him for a spell in mingled incredulity and awe, their lips began to curl.
later than; following
From this reading The boys were profoundly moved by Bowles' declaration of intention, but after gazing upon him for a spell in mingled incredulity and awe, their lips began to curl.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The boys were profoundly moved by Bowles' declaration of intention, but after gazing upon him for a spell in mingled incredulity and awe, their lips began to curl.
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From this reading THE HORSE THAT KILLED DUNBAR In the Homeric simplicity of the cow camps, where the primitive emotions still rule, any soul-stirring which cannot find its expression in curses is pretty sure to seek the level of laughter.
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From this reading "Aw--_him_!" they said.
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From this reading The boys were profoundly moved by Bowles' declaration of intention, but after gazing upon him for a spell in mingled incredulity and awe, their lips began to curl.
an important story-specific word used in this passage
From this reading The boys were profoundly moved by Bowles' declaration of intention, but after gazing upon him for a spell in mingled incredulity and awe, their lips began to curl.
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From this reading The boys were profoundly moved by Bowles' declaration of intention, but after gazing upon him for a spell in mingled incredulity and awe, their lips began to curl.
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From this reading The boys were profoundly moved by Bowles' declaration of intention, but after gazing upon him for a spell in mingled incredulity and awe, their lips began to curl.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading The boys were profoundly moved by Bowles' declaration of intention, but after gazing upon him for a spell in mingled incredulity and awe, their lips began to curl.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading The boys were profoundly moved by Bowles' declaration of intention, but after gazing upon him for a spell in mingled incredulity and awe, their lips began to curl.
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From this reading THE HORSE THAT KILLED DUNBAR In the Homeric simplicity of the cow camps, where the primitive emotions still rule, any soul-stirring which cannot find its expression in curses is pretty sure to seek the level of laughter.
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From this reading THE HORSE THAT KILLED DUNBAR In the Homeric simplicity of the cow camps, where the primitive emotions still rule, any soul-stirring which cannot find its expression in curses is pretty sure to seek the level of laughter.
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From this reading THE HORSE THAT KILLED DUNBAR In the Homeric simplicity of the cow camps, where the primitive emotions still rule, any soul-stirring which cannot find its expression in curses is pretty sure to seek the level of laughter.
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From this reading The boys were profoundly moved by Bowles' declaration of intention, but after gazing upon him for a spell in mingled incredulity and awe, their lips began to curl.
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From this reading THE HORSE THAT KILLED DUNBAR In the Homeric simplicity of the cow camps, where the primitive emotions still rule, any soul-stirring which cannot find its expression in curses is pretty sure to seek the level of laughter.
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From this reading The boys were profoundly moved by Bowles' declaration of intention, but after gazing upon him for a spell in mingled incredulity and awe, their lips began to curl.
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From this reading THE HORSE THAT KILLED DUNBAR In the Homeric simplicity of the cow camps, where the primitive emotions still rule, any soul-stirring which cannot find its expression in curses is pretty sure to seek the level of laughter.
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From this reading THE HORSE THAT KILLED DUNBAR In the Homeric simplicity of the cow camps, where the primitive emotions still rule, any soul-stirring which cannot find its expression in curses is pretty sure to seek the level of laughter.
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From this reading THE HORSE THAT KILLED DUNBAR In the Homeric simplicity of the cow camps, where the primitive emotions still rule, any soul-stirring which cannot find its expression in curses is pretty sure to seek the level of laughter.
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From this reading THE HORSE THAT KILLED DUNBAR In the Homeric simplicity of the cow camps, where the primitive emotions still rule, any soul-stirring which cannot find its expression in curses is pretty sure to seek the level of laughter.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading The boys were profoundly moved by Bowles' declaration of intention, but after gazing upon him for a spell in mingled incredulity and awe, their lips began to curl.
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From this reading The boys were profoundly moved by Bowles' declaration of intention, but after gazing upon him for a spell in mingled incredulity and awe, their lips began to curl.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading The boys were profoundly moved by Bowles' declaration of intention, but after gazing upon him for a spell in mingled incredulity and awe, their lips began to curl.
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From this reading THE HORSE THAT KILLED DUNBAR In the Homeric simplicity of the cow camps, where the primitive emotions still rule, any soul-stirring which cannot find its expression in curses is pretty sure to seek the level of laughter.
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From this reading THE HORSE THAT KILLED DUNBAR In the Homeric simplicity of the cow camps, where the primitive emotions still rule, any soul-stirring which cannot find its expression in curses is pretty sure to seek the level of laughter.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading THE HORSE THAT KILLED DUNBAR In the Homeric simplicity of the cow camps, where the primitive emotions still rule, any soul-stirring which cannot find its expression in curses is pretty sure to seek the level of laughter.
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From this reading The boys were profoundly moved by Bowles' declaration of intention, but after gazing upon him for a spell in mingled incredulity and awe, their lips began to curl.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading The boys were profoundly moved by Bowles' declaration of intention, but after gazing upon him for a spell in mingled incredulity and awe, their lips began to curl.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading THE HORSE THAT KILLED DUNBAR In the Homeric simplicity of the cow camps, where the primitive emotions still rule, any soul-stirring which cannot find its expression in curses is pretty sure to seek the level of laughter.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading THE HORSE THAT KILLED DUNBAR In the Homeric simplicity of the cow camps, where the primitive emotions still rule, any soul-stirring which cannot find its expression in curses is pretty sure to seek the level of laughter.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading THE HORSE THAT KILLED DUNBAR In the Homeric simplicity of the cow camps, where the primitive emotions still rule, any soul-stirring which cannot find its expression in curses is pretty sure to seek the level of laughter.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading THE HORSE THAT KILLED DUNBAR In the Homeric simplicity of the cow camps, where the primitive emotions still rule, any soul-stirring which cannot find its expression in curses is pretty sure to seek the level of laughter.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading THE HORSE THAT KILLED DUNBAR In the Homeric simplicity of the cow camps, where the primitive emotions still rule, any soul-stirring which cannot find its expression in curses is pretty sure to seek the level of laughter.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading The boys were profoundly moved by Bowles' declaration of intention, but after gazing upon him for a spell in mingled incredulity and awe, their lips began to curl.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading The boys were profoundly moved by Bowles' declaration of intention, but after gazing upon him for a spell in mingled incredulity and awe, their lips began to curl.
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From this reading The boys were profoundly moved by Bowles' declaration of intention, but after gazing upon him for a spell in mingled incredulity and awe, their lips began to curl.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading THE HORSE THAT KILLED DUNBAR In the Homeric simplicity of the cow camps, where the primitive emotions still rule, any soul-stirring which cannot find its expression in curses is pretty sure to seek the level of laughter.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading THE HORSE THAT KILLED DUNBAR In the Homeric simplicity of the cow camps, where the primitive emotions still rule, any soul-stirring which cannot find its expression in curses is pretty sure to seek the level of laughter.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading THE HORSE THAT KILLED DUNBAR In the Homeric simplicity of the cow camps, where the primitive emotions still rule, any soul-stirring which cannot find its expression in curses is pretty sure to seek the level of laughter.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading The boys were profoundly moved by Bowles' declaration of intention, but after gazing upon him for a spell in mingled incredulity and awe, their lips began to curl.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading "Him ride Dunbar?
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From this reading THE HORSE THAT KILLED DUNBAR In the Homeric simplicity of the cow camps, where the primitive emotions still rule, any soul-stirring which cannot find its expression in curses is pretty sure to seek the level of laughter.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading "Aw--_him_!" they said.
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From this reading THE HORSE THAT KILLED DUNBAR In the Homeric simplicity of the cow camps, where the primitive emotions still rule, any soul-stirring which cannot find its expression in curses is pretty sure to seek the level of laughter.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading THE HORSE THAT KILLED DUNBAR In the Homeric simplicity of the cow camps, where the primitive emotions still rule, any soul-stirring which cannot find its expression in curses is pretty sure to seek the level of laughter.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading THE HORSE THAT KILLED DUNBAR In the Homeric simplicity of the cow camps, where the primitive emotions still rule, any soul-stirring which cannot find its expression in curses is pretty sure to seek the level of laughter.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading The boys were profoundly moved by Bowles' declaration of intention, but after gazing upon him for a spell in mingled incredulity and awe, their lips began to curl.
an important story-specific word used in this passage
From this reading THE HORSE THAT KILLED DUNBAR In the Homeric simplicity of the cow camps, where the primitive emotions still rule, any soul-stirring which cannot find its expression in curses is pretty sure to seek the level of laughter.
an important story-specific word used in this passage
From this reading THE HORSE THAT KILLED DUNBAR In the Homeric simplicity of the cow camps, where the primitive emotions still rule, any soul-stirring which cannot find its expression in curses is pretty sure to seek the level of laughter.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading THE HORSE THAT KILLED DUNBAR In the Homeric simplicity of the cow camps, where the primitive emotions still rule, any soul-stirring which cannot find its expression in curses is pretty sure to seek the level of laughter.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE HORSE THAT KILLED DUNBAR In the Homeric simplicity of the cow camps, where the primitive emotions still rule, any soul-stirring which cannot find its expression in curses is pretty sure to seek the level of laughter.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading The boys were profoundly moved by Bowles' declaration of intention, but after gazing upon him for a spell in mingled incredulity and awe, their lips began to curl.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading "Aw--_him_!" they said.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading THE HORSE THAT KILLED DUNBAR In the Homeric simplicity of the cow camps, where the primitive emotions still rule, any soul-stirring which cannot find its expression in curses is pretty sure to seek the level of laughter.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Umph-umm!
a formal word for “on”
From this reading The boys were profoundly moved by Bowles' declaration of intention, but after gazing upon him for a spell in mingled incredulity and awe, their lips began to curl.
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading The boys were profoundly moved by Bowles' declaration of intention, but after gazing upon him for a spell in mingled incredulity and awe, their lips began to curl.
in or at the place that
From this reading THE HORSE THAT KILLED DUNBAR In the Homeric simplicity of the cow camps, where the primitive emotions still rule, any soul-stirring which cannot find its expression in curses is pretty sure to seek the level of laughter.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading THE HORSE THAT KILLED DUNBAR In the Homeric simplicity of the cow camps, where the primitive emotions still rule, any soul-stirring which cannot find its expression in curses is pretty sure to seek the level of laughter.
