Chapter XXII

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.

one or some or every or all without specification

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.

an overwhelming feeling of wonder or admiration

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.

inflected form of “begin” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an 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.

third-person singular of “bowl” — roll (a ball)

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.

plural of “boy” — a youthful male person

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.

plural of “camp” — temporary living quarters specially built by the army for soldiers

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.

female of domestic cattle: "“moo-cow” is a child's term"

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.

form a curl, curve, or kink

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.

plural of “curse” — profane or obscene expression usually of surprise or anger

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 statement that is emphatic and explicit (spoken or written)

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.

plural of “emotion” — any strong feeling

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.

the feelings expressed on a person's face

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.

come upon, as if by accident; meet with

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.

-ing form of “gaze” — look at with fixed eyes

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.

relating to or characteristic of Homer or his age or the works attributed to him

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.

solid-hoofed herbivorous quadruped domesticated since prehistoric times

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.

doubt about the truth of something

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 anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions

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.

past form of “kill” — cause to die; put to death, usually intentionally or knowingly

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.

the sound of laughing

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 position on a scale of intensity or amount or quality

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.

plural of “lip” — either of two fleshy folds of tissue that surround the mouth and play a role in speaking

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.

past form of “mingle” — to bring or combine together or with something else

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.

being excited or provoked to the expression of an emotion

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.

pleasing by delicacy or grace; not imposing

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 an early stage of technical development; characterized by simplicity and (often) crudeness

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.

to a great depth psychologically or emotionally

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.

sit and travel on the back of animal, usually while controlling its motions

From this reading "Him ride Dunbar?

a principle or condition that customarily governs behavior

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.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading "Aw--_him_!" they said.

try to get or reach

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.

the quality of being simple or uncompounded

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.

exciting strong but not unpleasant emotions

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.

orally recite the letters of or give the spelling of

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.

not in physical motion

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.

having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured

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.

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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.