Chapter IV · Chapter 4

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

From this reading BOB DETERMINES TO BE HIS OWN MASTER Fearing that if he hurried too fast through the dismal corridors of the court building he might arouse suspicion and get into more trouble, Bob restrained his impulse to break into a run, and endeavored to walk as unconcernedly as possible.

in actual fact

From this reading Like a bad dream did the trying experiences through which he had passed seem, and he actually pinched himself to see if, after all, it might not have been some sleep delusion.

later than; following

From this reading Like a bad dream did the trying experiences through which he had passed seem, and he actually pinched himself to see if, after all, it might not have been some sleep delusion.

anew

From this reading But it was with a feeling of vast relief that he stepped forth from the stone portal and again breathed the free air of the street.

a mixture of gases (especially oxygen) required for breathing; the stuff that the wind consists of

From this reading But it was with a feeling of vast relief that he stepped forth from the stone portal and again breathed the free air of the street.

(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 Like a bad dream did the trying experiences through which he had passed seem, and he actually pinched himself to see if, after all, it might not have been some sleep delusion.

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

From this reading BOB DETERMINES TO BE HIS OWN MASTER Fearing that if he hurried too fast through the dismal corridors of the court building he might arouse suspicion and get into more trouble, Bob restrained his impulse to break into a run, and endeavored to walk as unconcernedly as possible.

call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses)

From this reading BOB DETERMINES TO BE HIS OWN MASTER Fearing that if he hurried too fast through the dismal corridors of the court building he might arouse suspicion and get into more trouble, Bob restrained his impulse to break into a run, and endeavored to walk as unconcernedly as possible.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading BOB DETERMINES TO BE HIS OWN MASTER Fearing that if he hurried too fast through the dismal corridors of the court building he might arouse suspicion and get into more trouble, Bob restrained his impulse to break into a run, and endeavored to walk as unconcernedly as possible.

not in a state of sleep; completely conscious

From this reading But the pain of the sharp nip he gave himself satisfied him that he was indeed awake, and further evidence of the fact that his experiences had been all too real was given by the presence of the five-dollar bill in his pocket.

having undesirable or negative qualities

From this reading Like a bad dream did the trying experiences through which he had passed seem, and he actually pinched himself to see if, after all, it might not have been some sleep delusion.

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

From this reading BOB DETERMINES TO BE HIS OWN MASTER Fearing that if he hurried too fast through the dismal corridors of the court building he might arouse suspicion and get into more trouble, Bob restrained his impulse to break into a run, and endeavored to walk as unconcernedly as possible.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Like a bad dream did the trying experiences through which he had passed seem, and he actually pinched himself to see if, after all, it might not have been some sleep delusion.

a statute in draft before it becomes law

From this reading But the pain of the sharp nip he gave himself satisfied him that he was indeed awake, and further evidence of the fact that his experiences had been all too real was given by the presence of the five-dollar bill in his pocket.

move up and down repeatedly

From this reading BOB DETERMINES TO BE HIS OWN MASTER Fearing that if he hurried too fast through the dismal corridors of the court building he might arouse suspicion and get into more trouble, Bob restrained his impulse to break into a run, and endeavored to walk as unconcernedly as possible.

terminate

From this reading BOB DETERMINES TO BE HIS OWN MASTER Fearing that if he hurried too fast through the dismal corridors of the court building he might arouse suspicion and get into more trouble, Bob restrained his impulse to break into a run, and endeavored to walk as unconcernedly as possible.

uttered without voice

From this reading But it was with a feeling of vast relief that he stepped forth from the stone portal and again breathed the free air of the street.

a structure that has a roof and walls and stands more or less permanently in one place

From this reading BOB DETERMINES TO BE HIS OWN MASTER Fearing that if he hurried too fast through the dismal corridors of the court building he might arouse suspicion and get into more trouble, Bob restrained his impulse to break into a run, and endeavored to walk as unconcernedly as possible.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading But it was with a feeling of vast relief that he stepped forth from the stone portal and again breathed the free air of the street.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading But the pain of the sharp nip he gave himself satisfied him that he was indeed awake, and further evidence of the fact that his experiences had been all too real was given by the presence of the five-dollar bill in his pocket.

plural of “corridor” — an enclosed passageway; rooms usually open onto it

From this reading BOB DETERMINES TO BE HIS OWN MASTER Fearing that if he hurried too fast through the dismal corridors of the court building he might arouse suspicion and get into more trouble, Bob restrained his impulse to break into a run, and endeavored to walk as unconcernedly as possible.

an assembly (including one or more judges) to conduct judicial business

From this reading BOB DETERMINES TO BE HIS OWN MASTER Fearing that if he hurried too fast through the dismal corridors of the court building he might arouse suspicion and get into more trouble, Bob restrained his impulse to break into a run, and endeavored to walk as unconcernedly as possible.

(psychology) an erroneous belief that is held in the face of evidence to the contrary

From this reading Like a bad dream did the trying experiences through which he had passed seem, and he actually pinched himself to see if, after all, it might not have been some sleep delusion.

third-person singular of “determine” — establish after a calculation, investigation, experiment, survey, or study

From this reading BOB DETERMINES TO BE HIS OWN MASTER Fearing that if he hurried too fast through the dismal corridors of the court building he might arouse suspicion and get into more trouble, Bob restrained his impulse to break into a run, and endeavored to walk as unconcernedly as possible.

the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives

From this reading Once he had reached the sidewalk, not long did it take him to mingle with the throng of passersby.

causing dejection

From this reading BOB DETERMINES TO BE HIS OWN MASTER Fearing that if he hurried too fast through the dismal corridors of the court building he might arouse suspicion and get into more trouble, Bob restrained his impulse to break into a run, and endeavored to walk as unconcernedly as possible.

A series of thoughts, images, or emotions during sleep.

From this reading Like a bad dream did the trying experiences through which he had passed seem, and he actually pinched himself to see if, after all, it might not have been some sleep delusion.

past form of “endeavor” — attempt by employing effort

From this reading BOB DETERMINES TO BE HIS OWN MASTER Fearing that if he hurried too fast through the dismal corridors of the court building he might arouse suspicion and get into more trouble, Bob restrained his impulse to break into a run, and endeavored to walk as unconcernedly as possible.

your basis for belief or disbelief; knowledge on which to base belief

From this reading But the pain of the sharp nip he gave himself satisfied him that he was indeed awake, and further evidence of the fact that his experiences had been all too real was given by the presence of the five-dollar bill in his pocket.

plural of “experience” — the accumulation of knowledge or skill that results from direct participation in events or activities

From this reading Like a bad dream did the trying experiences through which he had passed seem, and he actually pinched himself to see if, after all, it might not have been some sleep delusion.

a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred

From this reading But the pain of the sharp nip he gave himself satisfied him that he was indeed awake, and further evidence of the fact that his experiences had been all too real was given by the presence of the five-dollar bill in his pocket.

quickly or rapidly (often used as a combining form)

From this reading BOB DETERMINES TO BE HIS OWN MASTER Fearing that if he hurried too fast through the dismal corridors of the court building he might arouse suspicion and get into more trouble, Bob restrained his impulse to break into a run, and endeavored to walk as unconcernedly as possible.

-ing form of “fear” — be afraid or feel anxious or apprehensive about a possible or probable situation or event

From this reading BOB DETERMINES TO BE HIS OWN MASTER Fearing that if he hurried too fast through the dismal corridors of the court building he might arouse suspicion and get into more trouble, Bob restrained his impulse to break into a run, and endeavored to walk as unconcernedly as possible.

the experiencing of affective and emotional states

From this reading But it was with a feeling of vast relief that he stepped forth from the stone portal and again breathed the free air of the street.

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From this reading But the pain of the sharp nip he gave himself satisfied him that he was indeed awake, and further evidence of the fact that his experiences had been all too real was given by the presence of the five-dollar bill in his pocket.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading But it was with a feeling of vast relief that he stepped forth from the stone portal and again breathed the free air of the street.

grant freedom to; free from confinement

From this reading But it was with a feeling of vast relief that he stepped forth from the stone portal and again breathed the free air of the street.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading But it was with a feeling of vast relief that he stepped forth from the stone portal and again breathed the free air of the street.

to or at a greater extent or degree or a more advanced stage (“further” is used more often than “farther” in this abstract sense)

From this reading But the pain of the sharp nip he gave himself satisfied him that he was indeed awake, and further evidence of the fact that his experiences had been all too real was given by the presence of the five-dollar bill in his pocket.

inflected form of “give” — cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense

From this reading But the pain of the sharp nip he gave himself satisfied him that he was indeed awake, and further evidence of the fact that his experiences had been all too real was given by the presence of the five-dollar bill in his pocket.

come into the possession of something concrete or abstract

From this reading BOB DETERMINES TO BE HIS OWN MASTER Fearing that if he hurried too fast through the dismal corridors of the court building he might arouse suspicion and get into more trouble, Bob restrained his impulse to break into a run, and endeavored to walk as unconcernedly as possible.

acknowledged as a supposition

From this reading But the pain of the sharp nip he gave himself satisfied him that he was indeed awake, and further evidence of the fact that his experiences had been all too real was given by the presence of the five-dollar bill in his pocket.

the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect

From this reading Once he had reached the sidewalk, not long did it take him to mingle with the throng of passersby.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading Like a bad dream did the trying experiences through which he had passed seem, and he actually pinched himself to see if, after all, it might not have been some sleep delusion.

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

From this reading BOB DETERMINES TO BE HIS OWN MASTER Fearing that if he hurried too fast through the dismal corridors of the court building he might arouse suspicion and get into more trouble, Bob restrained his impulse to break into a run, and endeavored to walk as unconcernedly as possible.

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading Once he had reached the sidewalk, not long did it take him to mingle with the throng of passersby.

used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object

From this reading Like a bad dream did the trying experiences through which he had passed seem, and he actually pinched himself to see if, after all, it might not have been some sleep delusion.

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

From this reading BOB DETERMINES TO BE HIS OWN MASTER Fearing that if he hurried too fast through the dismal corridors of the court building he might arouse suspicion and get into more trouble, Bob restrained his impulse to break into a run, and endeavored to walk as unconcernedly as possible.

moving rapidly or performed quickly or in great haste

From this reading BOB DETERMINES TO BE HIS OWN MASTER Fearing that if he hurried too fast through the dismal corridors of the court building he might arouse suspicion and get into more trouble, Bob restrained his impulse to break into a run, and endeavored to walk as unconcernedly as possible.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading BOB DETERMINES TO BE HIS OWN MASTER Fearing that if he hurried too fast through the dismal corridors of the court building he might arouse suspicion and get into more trouble, Bob restrained his impulse to break into a run, and endeavored to walk as unconcernedly as possible.

an instinctive motive

From this reading BOB DETERMINES TO BE HIS OWN MASTER Fearing that if he hurried too fast through the dismal corridors of the court building he might arouse suspicion and get into more trouble, Bob restrained his impulse to break into a run, and endeavored to walk as unconcernedly as possible.

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

From this reading But the pain of the sharp nip he gave himself satisfied him that he was indeed awake, and further evidence of the fact that his experiences had been all too real was given by the presence of the five-dollar bill in his pocket.

in truth (often tends to intensify)

From this reading But the pain of the sharp nip he gave himself satisfied him that he was indeed awake, and further evidence of the fact that his experiences had been all too real was given by the presence of the five-dollar bill in his pocket.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading BOB DETERMINES TO BE HIS OWN MASTER Fearing that if he hurried too fast through the dismal corridors of the court building he might arouse suspicion and get into more trouble, Bob restrained his impulse to break into a run, and endeavored to walk as unconcernedly as possible.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading But it was with a feeling of vast relief that he stepped forth from the stone portal and again breathed the free air of the street.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading Like a bad dream did the trying experiences through which he had passed seem, and he actually pinched himself to see if, after all, it might not have been some sleep delusion.

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 Once he had reached the sidewalk, not long did it take him to mingle with the throng of passersby.

an artist of consummate skill

From this reading BOB DETERMINES TO BE HIS OWN MASTER Fearing that if he hurried too fast through the dismal corridors of the court building he might arouse suspicion and get into more trouble, Bob restrained his impulse to break into a run, and endeavored to walk as unconcernedly as possible.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading BOB DETERMINES TO BE HIS OWN MASTER Fearing that if he hurried too fast through the dismal corridors of the court building he might arouse suspicion and get into more trouble, Bob restrained his impulse to break into a run, and endeavored to walk as unconcernedly as possible.

to bring or combine together or with something else

From this reading Once he had reached the sidewalk, not long did it take him to mingle with the throng of passersby.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading BOB DETERMINES TO BE HIS OWN MASTER Fearing that if he hurried too fast through the dismal corridors of the court building he might arouse suspicion and get into more trouble, Bob restrained his impulse to break into a run, and endeavored to walk as unconcernedly as possible.

squeeze tightly between the fingers

From this reading But the pain of the sharp nip he gave himself satisfied him that he was indeed awake, and further evidence of the fact that his experiences had been all too real was given by the presence of the five-dollar bill in his pocket.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Once he had reached the sidewalk, not long did it take him to mingle with the throng of passersby.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading BOB DETERMINES TO BE HIS OWN MASTER Fearing that if he hurried too fast through the dismal corridors of the court building he might arouse suspicion and get into more trouble, Bob restrained his impulse to break into a run, and endeavored to walk as unconcernedly as possible.

on one occasion

From this reading Once he had reached the sidewalk, not long did it take him to mingle with the throng of passersby.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading BOB DETERMINES TO BE HIS OWN MASTER Fearing that if he hurried too fast through the dismal corridors of the court building he might arouse suspicion and get into more trouble, Bob restrained his impulse to break into a run, and endeavored to walk as unconcernedly as possible.

a symptom of some physical hurt or disorder

From this reading But the pain of the sharp nip he gave himself satisfied him that he was indeed awake, and further evidence of the fact that his experiences had been all too real was given by the presence of the five-dollar bill in his pocket.

past form of “pass” — go across or through

From this reading Like a bad dream did the trying experiences through which he had passed seem, and he actually pinched himself to see if, after all, it might not have been some sleep delusion.

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

From this reading Once he had reached the sidewalk, not long did it take him to mingle with the throng of passersby.

sounding as if the nose were pinched

From this reading Like a bad dream did the trying experiences through which he had passed seem, and he actually pinched himself to see if, after all, it might not have been some sleep delusion.

a small pouch inside a garment for carrying small articles

From this reading But the pain of the sharp nip he gave himself satisfied him that he was indeed awake, and further evidence of the fact that his experiences had been all too real was given by the presence of the five-dollar bill in his pocket.

a grand and imposing entrance (often extended metaphorically)

From this reading But it was with a feeling of vast relief that he stepped forth from the stone portal and again breathed the free air of the street.

capable of happening or existing

From this reading BOB DETERMINES TO BE HIS OWN MASTER Fearing that if he hurried too fast through the dismal corridors of the court building he might arouse suspicion and get into more trouble, Bob restrained his impulse to break into a run, and endeavored to walk as unconcernedly as possible.

the state of being present; current existence

From this reading But the pain of the sharp nip he gave himself satisfied him that he was indeed awake, and further evidence of the fact that his experiences had been all too real was given by the presence of the five-dollar bill in his pocket.

past form of “reach” — reach a destination, either real or abstract

From this reading Once he had reached the sidewalk, not long did it take him to mingle with the throng of passersby.

being or occurring in fact or actuality; having verified existence; not illusory

From this reading But the pain of the sharp nip he gave himself satisfied him that he was indeed awake, and further evidence of the fact that his experiences had been all too real was given by the presence of the five-dollar bill in his pocket.

the feeling that comes when something burdensome is removed or reduced

From this reading But it was with a feeling of vast relief that he stepped forth from the stone portal and again breathed the free air of the street.

cool and formal in manner

From this reading BOB DETERMINES TO BE HIS OWN MASTER Fearing that if he hurried too fast through the dismal corridors of the court building he might arouse suspicion and get into more trouble, Bob restrained his impulse to break into a run, and endeavored to walk as unconcernedly as possible.

move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time

From this reading BOB DETERMINES TO BE HIS OWN MASTER Fearing that if he hurried too fast through the dismal corridors of the court building he might arouse suspicion and get into more trouble, Bob restrained his impulse to break into a run, and endeavored to walk as unconcernedly as possible.

filled with satisfaction

From this reading But the pain of the sharp nip he gave himself satisfied him that he was indeed awake, and further evidence of the fact that his experiences had been all too real was given by the presence of the five-dollar bill in his pocket.

perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading Like a bad dream did the trying experiences through which he had passed seem, and he actually pinched himself to see if, after all, it might not have been some sleep delusion.

give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading Like a bad dream did the trying experiences through which he had passed seem, and he actually pinched himself to see if, after all, it might not have been some sleep delusion.

(of something seen or heard) clearly defined

From this reading But the pain of the sharp nip he gave himself satisfied him that he was indeed awake, and further evidence of the fact that his experiences had been all too real was given by the presence of the five-dollar bill in his pocket.

walk consisting of a paved area for pedestrians; usually beside a street or roadway

From this reading Once he had reached the sidewalk, not long did it take him to mingle with the throng of passersby.

a natural and periodic state of rest during which consciousness of the world is suspended

From this reading Like a bad dream did the trying experiences through which he had passed seem, and he actually pinched himself to see if, after all, it might not have been some sleep delusion.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading Like a bad dream did the trying experiences through which he had passed seem, and he actually pinched himself to see if, after all, it might not have been some sleep delusion.

inflected form of “step” — shift or move by taking a step

From this reading But it was with a feeling of vast relief that he stepped forth from the stone portal and again breathed the free air of the street.

a lump or mass of hard consolidated mineral matter

From this reading But it was with a feeling of vast relief that he stepped forth from the stone portal and again breathed the free air of the street.

a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings

From this reading But it was with a feeling of vast relief that he stepped forth from the stone portal and again breathed the free air of the street.

an impression that something might be the case

From this reading BOB DETERMINES TO BE HIS OWN MASTER Fearing that if he hurried too fast through the dismal corridors of the court building he might arouse suspicion and get into more trouble, Bob restrained his impulse to break into a run, and endeavored to walk as unconcernedly as possible.

carry out

From this reading Once he had reached the sidewalk, not long did it take him to mingle with the throng of passersby.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading BOB DETERMINES TO BE HIS OWN MASTER Fearing that if he hurried too fast through the dismal corridors of the court building he might arouse suspicion and get into more trouble, Bob restrained his impulse to break into a run, and endeavored to walk as unconcernedly as possible.

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

From this reading BOB DETERMINES TO BE HIS OWN MASTER Fearing that if he hurried too fast through the dismal corridors of the court building he might arouse suspicion and get into more trouble, Bob restrained his impulse to break into a run, and endeavored to walk as unconcernedly as possible.

a large gathering of people

From this reading Once he had reached the sidewalk, not long did it take him to mingle with the throng of passersby.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading BOB DETERMINES TO BE HIS OWN MASTER Fearing that if he hurried too fast through the dismal corridors of the court building he might arouse suspicion and get into more trouble, Bob restrained his impulse to break into a run, and endeavored to walk as unconcernedly as possible.

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

From this reading BOB DETERMINES TO BE HIS OWN MASTER Fearing that if he hurried too fast through the dismal corridors of the court building he might arouse suspicion and get into more trouble, Bob restrained his impulse to break into a run, and endeavored to walk as unconcernedly as possible.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading BOB DETERMINES TO BE HIS OWN MASTER Fearing that if he hurried too fast through the dismal corridors of the court building he might arouse suspicion and get into more trouble, Bob restrained his impulse to break into a run, and endeavored to walk as unconcernedly as possible.

a source of difficulty

From this reading BOB DETERMINES TO BE HIS OWN MASTER Fearing that if he hurried too fast through the dismal corridors of the court building he might arouse suspicion and get into more trouble, Bob restrained his impulse to break into a run, and endeavored to walk as unconcernedly as possible.

hard to endure

From this reading Like a bad dream did the trying experiences through which he had passed seem, and he actually pinched himself to see if, after all, it might not have been some sleep delusion.

in an unconcerned manner

From this reading BOB DETERMINES TO BE HIS OWN MASTER Fearing that if he hurried too fast through the dismal corridors of the court building he might arouse suspicion and get into more trouble, Bob restrained his impulse to break into a run, and endeavored to walk as unconcernedly as possible.

unusually great in size or amount or degree or especially extent or scope

From this reading But it was with a feeling of vast relief that he stepped forth from the stone portal and again breathed the free air of the street.

the act of traveling by foot

From this reading BOB DETERMINES TO BE HIS OWN MASTER Fearing that if he hurried too fast through the dismal corridors of the court building he might arouse suspicion and get into more trouble, Bob restrained his impulse to break into a run, and endeavored to walk as unconcernedly as possible.

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

From this reading But it was with a feeling of vast relief that he stepped forth from the stone portal and again breathed the free air of the street.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading Like a bad dream did the trying experiences through which he had passed seem, and he actually pinched himself to see if, after all, it might not have been some sleep delusion.

in the company of; together with

From this reading But it was with a feeling of vast relief that he stepped forth from the stone portal and again breathed the free air of the street.