Chapter 1 of Bound to Succeed is here in full — 147 sentences across 30 reading sections, with audio for every sentence and word.
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Chapter I
Chapter 1 of Bound to Succeed is here in full — 147 sentences across 30 reading sections, with audio for every sentence and word.
AUTHOR OF “THE HEROES OF THE SCHOOL,” “NED WILDING’S DISAPPEARANCE,” “FRANK ROSCOE’S SECRET,” “FENN MASTERSON’S DISCOVERY,” “BART KEENE’S HUNTING DAYS,” ETC., ETC. “Mother, I must do something, and that right quickly.” It was Frank Newton who was talking. His voice was composed, but determined. His face was calm, but there was a resolute look in his eyes.
Chapter 1 of Bound to Succeed is here in full — 147 sentences across 30 reading sections, with audio for every sentence and word.
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a member of the British order of honor; ranks below a baron but above a knight
From this reading “AUTHOR OF “THE HEROES OF THE SCHOOL,” “NED WILDING’S DISAPPEARANCE,” “FRANK ROSCOE’S SECRET,” “FENN MASTERSON’S DISCOVERY,” “BART KEENE’S HUNTING DAYS,” ETC., ETC.”
serenely self-possessed and free from agitation especially in times of stress
From this reading “His voice was composed, but determined.”
the act of leaving secretly or without explanation
From this reading “AUTHOR OF “THE HEROES OF THE SCHOOL,” “NED WILDING’S DISAPPEARANCE,” “FRANK ROSCOE’S SECRET,” “FENN MASTERSON’S DISCOVERY,” “BART KEENE’S HUNTING DAYS,” ETC., ETC.”
the act of discovering something
From this reading “AUTHOR OF “THE HEROES OF THE SCHOOL,” “NED WILDING’S DISAPPEARANCE,” “FRANK ROSCOE’S SECRET,” “FENN MASTERSON’S DISCOVERY,” “BART KEENE’S HUNTING DAYS,” ETC., ETC.”
plural of “hero” — a man distinguished by exceptional courage and nobility and strength
From this reading “AUTHOR OF “THE HEROES OF THE SCHOOL,” “NED WILDING’S DISAPPEARANCE,” “FRANK ROSCOE’S SECRET,” “FENN MASTERSON’S DISCOVERY,” “BART KEENE’S HUNTING DAYS,” ETC., ETC.”
the pursuit and killing or capture of wild animals regarded as a sport
From this reading “AUTHOR OF “THE HEROES OF THE SCHOOL,” “NED WILDING’S DISAPPEARANCE,” “FRANK ROSCOE’S SECRET,” “FENN MASTERSON’S DISCOVERY,” “BART KEENE’S HUNTING DAYS,” ETC., ETC.”
English mathematician and physicist; remembered for developing the calculus and for his law of gravitation and his three laws of motion (1642-1727)
From this reading “It was Frank Newton who was talking.”
firm in purpose or belief; characterized by firmness and determination
From this reading “His face was calm, but there was a resolute look in his eyes.”
English keeps certain words together, and knowing the pair is worth more than knowing each word alone. Every partnership below was counted across our whole published library, and earns its place by appearing far more often than two unrelated words of the same frequency would.
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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 His face was calm, but there was a resolute look in his eyes.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading “Mother, I must do something, and that right quickly.”
writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)
From this reading AUTHOR OF “THE HEROES OF THE SCHOOL,” “NED WILDING’S DISAPPEARANCE,” “FRANK ROSCOE’S SECRET,” “FENN MASTERSON’S DISCOVERY,” “BART KEENE’S HUNTING DAYS,” ETC., ETC.
a member of the British order of honor; ranks below a baron but above a knight
From this reading AUTHOR OF “THE HEROES OF THE SCHOOL,” “NED WILDING’S DISAPPEARANCE,” “FRANK ROSCOE’S SECRET,” “FENN MASTERSON’S DISCOVERY,” “BART KEENE’S HUNTING DAYS,” ETC., ETC.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading His voice was composed, but determined.
make calm or still
From this reading His face was calm, but there was a resolute look in his eyes.
serenely self-possessed and free from agitation especially in times of stress
From this reading His voice was composed, but determined.
the time during which someone's life continues
From this reading AUTHOR OF “THE HEROES OF THE SCHOOL,” “NED WILDING’S DISAPPEARANCE,” “FRANK ROSCOE’S SECRET,” “FENN MASTERSON’S DISCOVERY,” “BART KEENE’S HUNTING DAYS,” ETC., ETC.
characterized by great determination
From this reading His voice was composed, but determined.
the act of leaving secretly or without explanation
From this reading AUTHOR OF “THE HEROES OF THE SCHOOL,” “NED WILDING’S DISAPPEARANCE,” “FRANK ROSCOE’S SECRET,” “FENN MASTERSON’S DISCOVERY,” “BART KEENE’S HUNTING DAYS,” ETC., ETC.
the act of discovering something
From this reading AUTHOR OF “THE HEROES OF THE SCHOOL,” “NED WILDING’S DISAPPEARANCE,” “FRANK ROSCOE’S SECRET,” “FENN MASTERSON’S DISCOVERY,” “BART KEENE’S HUNTING DAYS,” ETC., ETC.
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading “Mother, I must do something, and that right quickly.”
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading AUTHOR OF “THE HEROES OF THE SCHOOL,” “NED WILDING’S DISAPPEARANCE,” “FRANK ROSCOE’S SECRET,” “FENN MASTERSON’S DISCOVERY,” “BART KEENE’S HUNTING DAYS,” ETC., ETC.
opinion or judgment
From this reading His face was calm, but there was a resolute look in his eyes.
the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear
From this reading His face was calm, but there was a resolute look in his eyes.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading AUTHOR OF “THE HEROES OF THE SCHOOL,” “NED WILDING’S DISAPPEARANCE,” “FRANK ROSCOE’S SECRET,” “FENN MASTERSON’S DISCOVERY,” “BART KEENE’S HUNTING DAYS,” ETC., ETC.
characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion
From this reading AUTHOR OF “THE HEROES OF THE SCHOOL,” “NED WILDING’S DISAPPEARANCE,” “FRANK ROSCOE’S SECRET,” “FENN MASTERSON’S DISCOVERY,” “BART KEENE’S HUNTING DAYS,” ETC., ETC.
plural of “hero” — a man distinguished by exceptional courage and nobility and strength
From this reading AUTHOR OF “THE HEROES OF THE SCHOOL,” “NED WILDING’S DISAPPEARANCE,” “FRANK ROSCOE’S SECRET,” “FENN MASTERSON’S DISCOVERY,” “BART KEENE’S HUNTING DAYS,” ETC., ETC.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading His voice was composed, but determined.
the pursuit and killing or capture of wild animals regarded as a sport
From this reading AUTHOR OF “THE HEROES OF THE SCHOOL,” “NED WILDING’S DISAPPEARANCE,” “FRANK ROSCOE’S SECRET,” “FENN MASTERSON’S DISCOVERY,” “BART KEENE’S HUNTING DAYS,” ETC., ETC.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading “Mother, I must do something, and that right quickly.”
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading His face was calm, but there was a resolute look in his eyes.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It was Frank Newton who was talking.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading AUTHOR OF “THE HEROES OF THE SCHOOL,” “NED WILDING’S DISAPPEARANCE,” “FRANK ROSCOE’S SECRET,” “FENN MASTERSON’S DISCOVERY,” “BART KEENE’S HUNTING DAYS,” ETC., ETC.
perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading His face was calm, but there was a resolute look in his eyes.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading AUTHOR OF “THE HEROES OF THE SCHOOL,” “NED WILDING’S DISAPPEARANCE,” “FRANK ROSCOE’S SECRET,” “FENN MASTERSON’S DISCOVERY,” “BART KEENE’S HUNTING DAYS,” ETC., ETC.
a woman who has given birth to a child (also used as a term of address to your mother)
From this reading “Mother, I must do something, and that right quickly.”
used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true
From this reading “Mother, I must do something, and that right quickly.”
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading AUTHOR OF “THE HEROES OF THE SCHOOL,” “NED WILDING’S DISAPPEARANCE,” “FRANK ROSCOE’S SECRET,” “FENN MASTERSON’S DISCOVERY,” “BART KEENE’S HUNTING DAYS,” ETC., ETC.
English mathematician and physicist; remembered for developing the calculus and for his law of gravitation and his three laws of motion (1642-1727)
From this reading It was Frank Newton who was talking.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading AUTHOR OF “THE HEROES OF THE SCHOOL,” “NED WILDING’S DISAPPEARANCE,” “FRANK ROSCOE’S SECRET,” “FENN MASTERSON’S DISCOVERY,” “BART KEENE’S HUNTING DAYS,” ETC., ETC.
with speed
From this reading “Mother, I must do something, and that right quickly.”
firm in purpose or belief; characterized by firmness and determination
From this reading His face was calm, but there was a resolute look in his eyes.
precisely, exactly
From this reading “Mother, I must do something, and that right quickly.”
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading AUTHOR OF “THE HEROES OF THE SCHOOL,” “NED WILDING’S DISAPPEARANCE,” “FRANK ROSCOE’S SECRET,” “FENN MASTERSON’S DISCOVERY,” “BART KEENE’S HUNTING DAYS,” ETC., ETC.
an educational institution
From this reading AUTHOR OF “THE HEROES OF THE SCHOOL,” “NED WILDING’S DISAPPEARANCE,” “FRANK ROSCOE’S SECRET,” “FENN MASTERSON’S DISCOVERY,” “BART KEENE’S HUNTING DAYS,” ETC., ETC.
Something that is kept or meant to be kept unknown or unseen by others.
From this reading AUTHOR OF “THE HEROES OF THE SCHOOL,” “NED WILDING’S DISAPPEARANCE,” “FRANK ROSCOE’S SECRET,” “FENN MASTERSON’S DISCOVERY,” “BART KEENE’S HUNTING DAYS,” ETC., ETC.
a thing, without saying which
From this reading “Mother, I must do something, and that right quickly.”
an exchange of ideas via conversation
From this reading It was Frank Newton who was talking.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading “Mother, I must do something, and that right quickly.”
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading AUTHOR OF “THE HEROES OF THE SCHOOL,” “NED WILDING’S DISAPPEARANCE,” “FRANK ROSCOE’S SECRET,” “FENN MASTERSON’S DISCOVERY,” “BART KEENE’S HUNTING DAYS,” ETC., ETC.
in or at that place or location
From this reading His face was calm, but there was a resolute look in his eyes.
the distinctive quality or pitch or condition of a person's speech
From this reading His voice was composed, but determined.
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading It was Frank Newton who was talking.
which person or people
From this reading It was Frank Newton who was talking.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading AUTHOR OF “THE HEROES OF THE SCHOOL,” “NED WILDING’S DISAPPEARANCE,” “FRANK ROSCOE’S SECRET,” “FENN MASTERSON’S DISCOVERY,” “BART KEENE’S HUNTING DAYS,” ETC., ETC.
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