Chapter V · Chapter 5

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

From this reading BOB MISSES A FRIEND Never stopping to notice in what direction he was going, Bob dashed along the street, fearful only lest his guardian would pursue him, and expecting every moment to hear his voice shouting at him to stop.

fear resulting from the awareness of danger

From this reading But as the moments wore by without any sign of excitement or alarm, Bob gained confidence, finally slackening his pace to a walk, and began to think of what he should do, now that he had taken matters into his own hands, and severed the ties of years that had bound him to his guardian.

(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 And the failure of his attempt to get the letter and thus destroy all evidence of the trust fund, had caused him to be seized with a great fear lest retribution should be visited upon him.

following the length of something from one end toward the other

From this reading BOB MISSES A FRIEND Never stopping to notice in what direction he was going, Bob dashed along the street, fearful only lest his guardian would pursue him, and expecting every moment to hear his voice shouting at him to stop.

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

From this reading BOB MISSES A FRIEND Never stopping to notice in what direction he was going, Bob dashed along the street, fearful only lest his guardian would pursue him, and expecting every moment to hear his voice shouting at him to stop.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading But as the moments wore by without any sign of excitement or alarm, Bob gained confidence, finally slackening his pace to a walk, and began to think of what he should do, now that he had taken matters into his own hands, and severed the ties of years that had bound him to his guardian.

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

From this reading But as the moments wore by without any sign of excitement or alarm, Bob gained confidence, finally slackening his pace to a walk, and began to think of what he should do, now that he had taken matters into his own hands, and severed the ties of years that had bound him to his guardian.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading BOB MISSES A FRIEND Never stopping to notice in what direction he was going, Bob dashed along the street, fearful only lest his guardian would pursue him, and expecting every moment to hear his voice shouting at him to stop.

earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something

From this reading And the failure of his attempt to get the letter and thus destroy all evidence of the trust fund, had caused him to be seized with a great fear lest retribution should be visited upon him.

in or to or toward a former location

From this reading Back in the store the grocer had stood undecided what to do.

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

From this reading And the failure of his attempt to get the letter and thus destroy all evidence of the trust fund, had caused him to be seized with a great fear lest retribution should be visited upon him.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading The knowledge that his ward had been informed of the bequest, a fact which he supposed was known only to himself, had unnerved him.

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

From this reading But as the moments wore by without any sign of excitement or alarm, Bob gained confidence, finally slackening his pace to a walk, and began to think of what he should do, now that he had taken matters into his own hands, and severed the ties of years that had bound him to his guardian.

(law) a gift of personal property by will

From this reading The knowledge that his ward had been informed of the bequest, a fact which he supposed was known only to himself, had unnerved him.

move up and down repeatedly

From this reading BOB MISSES A FRIEND Never stopping to notice in what direction he was going, Bob dashed along the street, fearful only lest his guardian would pursue him, and expecting every moment to hear his voice shouting at him to stop.

confined by bonds

From this reading But as the moments wore by without any sign of excitement or alarm, Bob gained confidence, finally slackening his pace to a walk, and began to think of what he should do, now that he had taken matters into his own hands, and severed the ties of years that had bound him to his guardian.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading But as the moments wore by without any sign of excitement or alarm, Bob gained confidence, finally slackening his pace to a walk, and began to think of what he should do, now that he had taken matters into his own hands, and severed the ties of years that had bound him to his guardian.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading But as the moments wore by without any sign of excitement or alarm, Bob gained confidence, finally slackening his pace to a walk, and began to think of what he should do, now that he had taken matters into his own hands, and severed the ties of years that had bound him to his guardian.

past form of “cause” — give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally

From this reading And the failure of his attempt to get the letter and thus destroy all evidence of the trust fund, had caused him to be seized with a great fear lest retribution should be visited upon him.

freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities

From this reading But as the moments wore by without any sign of excitement or alarm, Bob gained confidence, finally slackening his pace to a walk, and began to think of what he should do, now that he had taken matters into his own hands, and severed the ties of years that had bound him to his guardian.

having gaps or spaces

From this reading BOB MISSES A FRIEND Never stopping to notice in what direction he was going, Bob dashed along the street, fearful only lest his guardian would pursue him, and expecting every moment to hear his voice shouting at him to stop.

do away with, cause the destruction or undoing of

From this reading And the failure of his attempt to get the letter and thus destroy all evidence of the trust fund, had caused him to be seized with a great fear lest retribution should be visited upon him.

a line leading to a place or point

From this reading BOB MISSES A FRIEND Never stopping to notice in what direction he was going, Bob dashed along the street, fearful only lest his guardian would pursue him, and expecting every moment to hear his voice shouting at him to stop.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading But as the moments wore by without any sign of excitement or alarm, Bob gained confidence, finally slackening his pace to a walk, and began to think of what he should do, now that he had taken matters into his own hands, and severed the ties of years that had bound him to his guardian.

all the members of a group, with none left out

From this reading BOB MISSES A FRIEND Never stopping to notice in what direction he was going, Bob dashed along the street, fearful only lest his guardian would pursue him, and expecting every moment to hear his voice shouting at him to stop.

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

From this reading And the failure of his attempt to get the letter and thus destroy all evidence of the trust fund, had caused him to be seized with a great fear lest retribution should be visited upon him.

the feeling of lively and cheerful joy

From this reading But as the moments wore by without any sign of excitement or alarm, Bob gained confidence, finally slackening his pace to a walk, and began to think of what he should do, now that he had taken matters into his own hands, and severed the ties of years that had bound him to his guardian.

-ing form of “expect” — regard something as probable or likely

From this reading BOB MISSES A FRIEND Never stopping to notice in what direction he was going, Bob dashed along the street, fearful only lest his guardian would pursue him, and expecting every moment to hear his voice shouting at him to stop.

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

From this reading The knowledge that his ward had been informed of the bequest, a fact which he supposed was known only to himself, had unnerved him.

an act that fails

From this reading And the failure of his attempt to get the letter and thus destroy all evidence of the trust fund, had caused him to be seized with a great fear lest retribution should be visited upon him.

be afraid or feel anxious or apprehensive about a possible or probable situation or event

From this reading And the failure of his attempt to get the letter and thus destroy all evidence of the trust fund, had caused him to be seized with a great fear lest retribution should be visited upon him.

experiencing or showing fear

From this reading BOB MISSES A FRIEND Never stopping to notice in what direction he was going, Bob dashed along the street, fearful only lest his guardian would pursue him, and expecting every moment to hear his voice shouting at him to stop.

after an unspecified period of time or an especially long delay

From this reading But as the moments wore by without any sign of excitement or alarm, Bob gained confidence, finally slackening his pace to a walk, and began to think of what he should do, now that he had taken matters into his own hands, and severed the ties of years that had bound him to his guardian.

a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading BOB MISSES A FRIEND Never stopping to notice in what direction he was going, Bob dashed along the street, fearful only lest his guardian would pursue him, and expecting every moment to hear his voice shouting at him to stop.

a reserve of money set aside for some purpose

From this reading And the failure of his attempt to get the letter and thus destroy all evidence of the trust fund, had caused him to be seized with a great fear lest retribution should be visited upon him.

past form of “gain” — obtain

From this reading But as the moments wore by without any sign of excitement or alarm, Bob gained confidence, finally slackening his pace to a walk, and began to think of what he should do, now that he had taken matters into his own hands, and severed the ties of years that had bound him to his guardian.

come into the possession of something concrete or abstract

From this reading And the failure of his attempt to get the letter and thus destroy all evidence of the trust fund, had caused him to be seized with a great fear lest retribution should be visited upon him.

the act of departing

From this reading BOB MISSES A FRIEND Never stopping to notice in what direction he was going, Bob dashed along the street, fearful only lest his guardian would pursue him, and expecting every moment to hear his voice shouting at him to stop.

relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind

From this reading And the failure of his attempt to get the letter and thus destroy all evidence of the trust fund, had caused him to be seized with a great fear lest retribution should be visited upon him.

a retail merchant who sells foodstuffs (and some household supplies)

From this reading Back in the store the grocer had stood undecided what to do.

a person who cares for persons or property

From this reading BOB MISSES A FRIEND Never stopping to notice in what direction he was going, Bob dashed along the street, fearful only lest his guardian would pursue him, and expecting every moment to hear his voice shouting at him to stop.

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

From this reading But as the moments wore by without any sign of excitement or alarm, Bob gained confidence, finally slackening his pace to a walk, and began to think of what he should do, now that he had taken matters into his own hands, and severed the ties of years that had bound him to his guardian.

(with “in”) guardianship over; in divorce cases it is the right to house and care for and discipline a child

From this reading But as the moments wore by without any sign of excitement or alarm, Bob gained confidence, finally slackening his pace to a walk, and began to think of what he should do, now that he had taken matters into his own hands, and severed the ties of years that had bound him to his guardian.

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

From this reading BOB MISSES A FRIEND Never stopping to notice in what direction he was going, Bob dashed along the street, fearful only lest his guardian would pursue him, and expecting every moment to hear his voice shouting at him to stop.

perceive (sound) via the auditory sense

From this reading BOB MISSES A FRIEND Never stopping to notice in what direction he was going, Bob dashed along the street, fearful only lest his guardian would pursue him, and expecting every moment to hear his voice shouting at him to stop.

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

From this reading BOB MISSES A FRIEND Never stopping to notice in what direction he was going, Bob dashed along the street, fearful only lest his guardian would pursue him, and expecting every moment to hear his voice shouting at him to stop.

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

From this reading The knowledge that his ward had been informed of the bequest, a fact which he supposed was known only to himself, had unnerved him.

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

From this reading BOB MISSES A FRIEND Never stopping to notice in what direction he was going, Bob dashed along the street, fearful only lest his guardian would pursue him, and expecting every moment to hear his voice shouting at him to stop.

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

From this reading BOB MISSES A FRIEND Never stopping to notice in what direction he was going, Bob dashed along the street, fearful only lest his guardian would pursue him, and expecting every moment to hear his voice shouting at him to stop.

having much knowledge or education

From this reading The knowledge that his ward had been informed of the bequest, a fact which he supposed was known only to himself, had unnerved him.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading But as the moments wore by without any sign of excitement or alarm, Bob gained confidence, finally slackening his pace to a walk, and began to think of what he should do, now that he had taken matters into his own hands, and severed the ties of years that had bound him to his guardian.

the psychological result of perception and learning and reasoning

From this reading The knowledge that his ward had been informed of the bequest, a fact which he supposed was known only to himself, had unnerved him.

apprehended with certainty

From this reading The knowledge that his ward had been informed of the bequest, a fact which he supposed was known only to himself, had unnerved him.

in order that something should not happen

From this reading BOB MISSES A FRIEND Never stopping to notice in what direction he was going, Bob dashed along the street, fearful only lest his guardian would pursue him, and expecting every moment to hear his voice shouting at him to stop.

a written message addressed to a person or organization

From this reading And the failure of his attempt to get the letter and thus destroy all evidence of the trust fund, had caused him to be seized with a great fear lest retribution should be visited upon him.

plural of “matter” — a vaguely specified concern

From this reading But as the moments wore by without any sign of excitement or alarm, Bob gained confidence, finally slackening his pace to a walk, and began to think of what he should do, now that he had taken matters into his own hands, and severed the ties of years that had bound him to his guardian.

plural of “miss” — a young female

From this reading BOB MISSES A FRIEND Never stopping to notice in what direction he was going, Bob dashed along the street, fearful only lest his guardian would pursue him, and expecting every moment to hear his voice shouting at him to stop.

a particular point in time

From this reading BOB MISSES A FRIEND Never stopping to notice in what direction he was going, Bob dashed along the street, fearful only lest his guardian would pursue him, and expecting every moment to hear his voice shouting at him to stop.

plural of “moment” — a particular point in time

From this reading But as the moments wore by without any sign of excitement or alarm, Bob gained confidence, finally slackening his pace to a walk, and began to think of what he should do, now that he had taken matters into his own hands, and severed the ties of years that had bound him to his guardian.

not ever; at no time in the past or future

From this reading BOB MISSES A FRIEND Never stopping to notice in what direction he was going, Bob dashed along the street, fearful only lest his guardian would pursue him, and expecting every moment to hear his voice shouting at him to stop.

an announcement containing information about an event

From this reading BOB MISSES A FRIEND Never stopping to notice in what direction he was going, Bob dashed along the street, fearful only lest his guardian would pursue him, and expecting every moment to hear his voice shouting at him to stop.

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading But as the moments wore by without any sign of excitement or alarm, Bob gained confidence, finally slackening his pace to a walk, and began to think of what he should do, now that he had taken matters into his own hands, and severed the ties of years that had bound him to his guardian.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading But as the moments wore by without any sign of excitement or alarm, Bob gained confidence, finally slackening his pace to a walk, and began to think of what he should do, now that he had taken matters into his own hands, and severed the ties of years that had bound him to his guardian.

and nothing more

From this reading BOB MISSES A FRIEND Never stopping to notice in what direction he was going, Bob dashed along the street, fearful only lest his guardian would pursue him, and expecting every moment to hear his voice shouting at him to stop.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading But as the moments wore by without any sign of excitement or alarm, Bob gained confidence, finally slackening his pace to a walk, and began to think of what he should do, now that he had taken matters into his own hands, and severed the ties of years that had bound him to his guardian.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading But as the moments wore by without any sign of excitement or alarm, Bob gained confidence, finally slackening his pace to a walk, and began to think of what he should do, now that he had taken matters into his own hands, and severed the ties of years that had bound him to his guardian.

the rate of moving (especially walking or running)

From this reading But as the moments wore by without any sign of excitement or alarm, Bob gained confidence, finally slackening his pace to a walk, and began to think of what he should do, now that he had taken matters into his own hands, and severed the ties of years that had bound him to his guardian.

carry out or participate in an activity; be involved in

From this reading BOB MISSES A FRIEND Never stopping to notice in what direction he was going, Bob dashed along the street, fearful only lest his guardian would pursue him, and expecting every moment to hear his voice shouting at him to stop.

Punishment inflicted on someone as vengeance for a wrong act. (Sự trừng phạt, quả báo thích đáng.)

From this reading And the failure of his attempt to get the letter and thus destroy all evidence of the trust fund, had caused him to be seized with a great fear lest retribution should be visited upon him.

past form of “seize” — take hold of; grab

From this reading And the failure of his attempt to get the letter and thus destroy all evidence of the trust fund, had caused him to be seized with a great fear lest retribution should be visited upon him.

detached by cutting

From this reading But as the moments wore by without any sign of excitement or alarm, Bob gained confidence, finally slackening his pace to a walk, and began to think of what he should do, now that he had taken matters into his own hands, and severed the ties of years that had bound him to his guardian.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading But as the moments wore by without any sign of excitement or alarm, Bob gained confidence, finally slackening his pace to a walk, and began to think of what he should do, now that he had taken matters into his own hands, and severed the ties of years that had bound him to his guardian.

encouragement in the form of cheers from spectators

From this reading BOB MISSES A FRIEND Never stopping to notice in what direction he was going, Bob dashed along the street, fearful only lest his guardian would pursue him, and expecting every moment to hear his voice shouting at him to stop.

a perceptible indication of something not immediately apparent (as a visible clue that something has happened)

From this reading But as the moments wore by without any sign of excitement or alarm, Bob gained confidence, finally slackening his pace to a walk, and began to think of what he should do, now that he had taken matters into his own hands, and severed the ties of years that had bound him to his guardian.

an occurrence of control or strength weakening

From this reading But as the moments wore by without any sign of excitement or alarm, Bob gained confidence, finally slackening his pace to a walk, and began to think of what he should do, now that he had taken matters into his own hands, and severed the ties of years that had bound him to his guardian.

Maintained an upright posture.

From this reading Back in the store the grocer had stood undecided what to do.

come to a halt, stop moving

From this reading BOB MISSES A FRIEND Never stopping to notice in what direction he was going, Bob dashed along the street, fearful only lest his guardian would pursue him, and expecting every moment to hear his voice shouting at him to stop.

fastener consisting of a narrow strip of welded metal used to join steel members

From this reading BOB MISSES A FRIEND Never stopping to notice in what direction he was going, Bob dashed along the street, fearful only lest his guardian would pursue him, and expecting every moment to hear his voice shouting at him to stop.

a mercantile establishment for the retail sale of goods or services

From this reading Back in the store the grocer had stood undecided what to do.

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

From this reading BOB MISSES A FRIEND Never stopping to notice in what direction he was going, Bob dashed along the street, fearful only lest his guardian would pursue him, and expecting every moment to hear his voice shouting at him to stop.

required or under orders

From this reading The knowledge that his ward had been informed of the bequest, a fact which he supposed was known only to himself, had unnerved him.

understood in a certain way; made sense of

From this reading But as the moments wore by without any sign of excitement or alarm, Bob gained confidence, finally slackening his pace to a walk, and began to think of what he should do, now that he had taken matters into his own hands, and severed the ties of years that had bound him to his guardian.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading But as the moments wore by without any sign of excitement or alarm, Bob gained confidence, finally slackening his pace to a walk, and began to think of what he should do, now that he had taken matters into his own hands, and severed the ties of years that had bound him to his guardian.

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

From this reading BOB MISSES A FRIEND Never stopping to notice in what direction he was going, Bob dashed along the street, fearful only lest his guardian would pursue him, and expecting every moment to hear his voice shouting at him to stop.

judge or regard; look upon; judge

From this reading But as the moments wore by without any sign of excitement or alarm, Bob gained confidence, finally slackening his pace to a walk, and began to think of what he should do, now that he had taken matters into his own hands, and severed the ties of years that had bound him to his guardian.

(used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result

From this reading And the failure of his attempt to get the letter and thus destroy all evidence of the trust fund, had caused him to be seized with a great fear lest retribution should be visited upon him.

plural of “tie” — neckwear consisting of a long narrow piece of material worn (mostly by men) under a collar and tied in knot at the front

From this reading But as the moments wore by without any sign of excitement or alarm, Bob gained confidence, finally slackening his pace to a walk, and began to think of what he should do, now that he had taken matters into his own hands, and severed the ties of years that had bound him to his guardian.

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

From this reading BOB MISSES A FRIEND Never stopping to notice in what direction he was going, Bob dashed along the street, fearful only lest his guardian would pursue him, and expecting every moment to hear his voice shouting at him to stop.

something (as property) held by one party (the trustee) for the benefit of another (the beneficiary)

From this reading And the failure of his attempt to get the letter and thus destroy all evidence of the trust fund, had caused him to be seized with a great fear lest retribution should be visited upon him.

not brought to a conclusion; subject to further thought

From this reading Back in the store the grocer had stood undecided what to do.

deprived of courage and strength

From this reading The knowledge that his ward had been informed of the bequest, a fact which he supposed was known only to himself, had unnerved him.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading And the failure of his attempt to get the letter and thus destroy all evidence of the trust fund, had caused him to be seized with a great fear lest retribution should be visited upon him.

past form of “visit” — go to see a place, as for entertainment

From this reading And the failure of his attempt to get the letter and thus destroy all evidence of the trust fund, had caused him to be seized with a great fear lest retribution should be visited upon him.

the distinctive quality or pitch or condition of a person's speech

From this reading BOB MISSES A FRIEND Never stopping to notice in what direction he was going, Bob dashed along the street, fearful only lest his guardian would pursue him, and expecting every moment to hear his voice shouting at him to stop.

the act of traveling by foot

From this reading But as the moments wore by without any sign of excitement or alarm, Bob gained confidence, finally slackening his pace to a walk, and began to think of what he should do, now that he had taken matters into his own hands, and severed the ties of years that had bound him to his guardian.

a person who is under the protection or in the custody of another

From this reading The knowledge that his ward had been informed of the bequest, a fact which he supposed was known only to himself, had unnerved him.

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

From this reading BOB MISSES A FRIEND Never stopping to notice in what direction he was going, Bob dashed along the street, fearful only lest his guardian would pursue him, and expecting every moment to hear his voice shouting at him to stop.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading BOB MISSES A FRIEND Never stopping to notice in what direction he was going, Bob dashed along the street, fearful only lest his guardian would pursue him, and expecting every moment to hear his voice shouting at him to stop.

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

From this reading The knowledge that his ward had been informed of the bequest, a fact which he supposed was known only to himself, had unnerved him.

in the company of; together with

From this reading And the failure of his attempt to get the letter and thus destroy all evidence of the trust fund, had caused him to be seized with a great fear lest retribution should be visited upon him.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading But as the moments wore by without any sign of excitement or alarm, Bob gained confidence, finally slackening his pace to a walk, and began to think of what he should do, now that he had taken matters into his own hands, and severed the ties of years that had bound him to his guardian.

inflected form of “wear” — be dressed in

From this reading But as the moments wore by without any sign of excitement or alarm, Bob gained confidence, finally slackening his pace to a walk, and began to think of what he should do, now that he had taken matters into his own hands, and severed the ties of years that had bound him to his guardian.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading BOB MISSES A FRIEND Never stopping to notice in what direction he was going, Bob dashed along the street, fearful only lest his guardian would pursue him, and expecting every moment to hear his voice shouting at him to stop.

a late time of life

From this reading But as the moments wore by without any sign of excitement or alarm, Bob gained confidence, finally slackening his pace to a walk, and began to think of what he should do, now that he had taken matters into his own hands, and severed the ties of years that had bound him to his guardian.