Chapter II · Chapter 2

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

From this reading OUT OF THE FLAMES When the soldier who had been holding his rifle at Jimmie's back lowered the weapon and the ceremony of administering the oath of allegiance to the Kaiser had been completed, the red-headed Boy Scout who had been masquerading under a Cossack uniform breathed a deep sigh of relief that but faintly expressed his sentiments.

-ing form of “administer” — work in an administrative capacity; supervise or be in charge of

From this reading OUT OF THE FLAMES When the soldier who had been holding his rifle at Jimmie's back lowered the weapon and the ceremony of administering the oath of allegiance to the Kaiser had been completed, the red-headed Boy Scout who had been masquerading under a Cossack uniform breathed a deep sigh of relief that but faintly expressed his sentiments.

the quality of having a superior or more favorable position

From this reading He felt that it would be only policy to obey the orders of those in superior force, since he could see no advantage to be gained by a flat refusal.

the act of binding yourself (intellectually or emotionally) to a course of action

From this reading OUT OF THE FLAMES When the soldier who had been holding his rifle at Jimmie's back lowered the weapon and the ceremony of administering the oath of allegiance to the Kaiser had been completed, the red-headed Boy Scout who had been masquerading under a Cossack uniform breathed a deep sigh of relief that but faintly expressed his sentiments.

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

From this reading OUT OF THE FLAMES When the soldier who had been holding his rifle at Jimmie's back lowered the weapon and the ceremony of administering the oath of allegiance to the Kaiser had been completed, the red-headed Boy Scout who had been masquerading under a Cossack uniform breathed a deep sigh of relief that but faintly expressed his sentiments.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading OUT OF THE FLAMES When the soldier who had been holding his rifle at Jimmie's back lowered the weapon and the ceremony of administering the oath of allegiance to the Kaiser had been completed, the red-headed Boy Scout who had been masquerading under a Cossack uniform breathed a deep sigh of relief that but faintly expressed his sentiments.

in or to or toward a former location

From this reading OUT OF THE FLAMES When the soldier who had been holding his rifle at Jimmie's back lowered the weapon and the ceremony of administering the oath of allegiance to the Kaiser had been completed, the red-headed Boy Scout who had been masquerading under a Cossack uniform breathed a deep sigh of relief that but faintly expressed his sentiments.

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

From this reading He felt that it would be only policy to obey the orders of those in superior force, since he could see no advantage to be gained by a flat refusal.

for the reason that

From this reading Reluctantly, therefore, but because he thought it by far the better plan, the lad had submitted to the course insisted upon.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading OUT OF THE FLAMES When the soldier who had been holding his rifle at Jimmie's back lowered the weapon and the ceremony of administering the oath of allegiance to the Kaiser had been completed, the red-headed Boy Scout who had been masquerading under a Cossack uniform breathed a deep sigh of relief that but faintly expressed his sentiments.

(comparative of “good”) superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability; more highly skilled than another

From this reading Reluctantly, therefore, but because he thought it by far the better plan, the lad had submitted to the course insisted upon.

a youthful male person

From this reading OUT OF THE FLAMES When the soldier who had been holding his rifle at Jimmie's back lowered the weapon and the ceremony of administering the oath of allegiance to the Kaiser had been completed, the red-headed Boy Scout who had been masquerading under a Cossack uniform breathed a deep sigh of relief that but faintly expressed his sentiments.

uttered without voice

From this reading OUT OF THE FLAMES When the soldier who had been holding his rifle at Jimmie's back lowered the weapon and the ceremony of administering the oath of allegiance to the Kaiser had been completed, the red-headed Boy Scout who had been masquerading under a Cossack uniform breathed a deep sigh of relief that but faintly expressed his sentiments.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading OUT OF THE FLAMES When the soldier who had been holding his rifle at Jimmie's back lowered the weapon and the ceremony of administering the oath of allegiance to the Kaiser had been completed, the red-headed Boy Scout who had been masquerading under a Cossack uniform breathed a deep sigh of relief that but faintly expressed his sentiments.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading He felt that it would be only policy to obey the orders of those in superior force, since he could see no advantage to be gained by a flat refusal.

a formal event performed on a special occasion

From this reading OUT OF THE FLAMES When the soldier who had been holding his rifle at Jimmie's back lowered the weapon and the ceremony of administering the oath of allegiance to the Kaiser had been completed, the red-headed Boy Scout who had been masquerading under a Cossack uniform breathed a deep sigh of relief that but faintly expressed his sentiments.

your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you)

From this reading His thoughts rapidly compassed the situation, and he recognized the fact that the invading horde of Germans were in no mood to consider dispassionately the matter of a boy more or less who was found under the circumstances in which they had discovered Jimmie.

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From this reading His thoughts rapidly compassed the situation, and he recognized the fact that the invading horde of Germans were in no mood to consider dispassionately the matter of a boy more or less who was found under the circumstances in which they had discovered Jimmie.

successfully completed or brought to an end

From this reading OUT OF THE FLAMES When the soldier who had been holding his rifle at Jimmie's back lowered the weapon and the ceremony of administering the oath of allegiance to the Kaiser had been completed, the red-headed Boy Scout who had been masquerading under a Cossack uniform breathed a deep sigh of relief that but faintly expressed his sentiments.

deem to be

From this reading His thoughts rapidly compassed the situation, and he recognized the fact that the invading horde of Germans were in no mood to consider dispassionately the matter of a boy more or less who was found under the circumstances in which they had discovered Jimmie.

past form of “contradict” — be in contradiction with

From this reading In spite of the seriousness of the situation, Jimmie maintained a mental reservation that little less than contradicted his words so recently spoken.

a member of a Slavic people living in southern European Russia and Ukraine and adjacent parts of Asia and noted for their horsemanship and military skill; they formed an elite cavalry corps in czarist Russia

From this reading OUT OF THE FLAMES When the soldier who had been holding his rifle at Jimmie's back lowered the weapon and the ceremony of administering the oath of allegiance to the Kaiser had been completed, the red-headed Boy Scout who had been masquerading under a Cossack uniform breathed a deep sigh of relief that but faintly expressed his sentiments.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading He felt that it would be only policy to obey the orders of those in superior force, since he could see no advantage to be gained by a flat refusal.

education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings

From this reading Reluctantly, therefore, but because he thought it by far the better plan, the lad had submitted to the course insisted upon.

relatively deep or strong; affecting one deeply

From this reading OUT OF THE FLAMES When the soldier who had been holding his rifle at Jimmie's back lowered the weapon and the ceremony of administering the oath of allegiance to the Kaiser had been completed, the red-headed Boy Scout who had been masquerading under a Cossack uniform breathed a deep sigh of relief that but faintly expressed his sentiments.

discovered or determined by scientific observation

From this reading His thoughts rapidly compassed the situation, and he recognized the fact that the invading horde of Germans were in no mood to consider dispassionately the matter of a boy more or less who was found under the circumstances in which they had discovered Jimmie.

in an impartially dispassionate manner

From this reading His thoughts rapidly compassed the situation, and he recognized the fact that the invading horde of Germans were in no mood to consider dispassionately the matter of a boy more or less who was found under the circumstances in which they had discovered Jimmie.

communicated in words

From this reading OUT OF THE FLAMES When the soldier who had been holding his rifle at Jimmie's back lowered the weapon and the ceremony of administering the oath of allegiance to the Kaiser had been completed, the red-headed Boy Scout who had been masquerading under a Cossack uniform breathed a deep sigh of relief that but faintly expressed his sentiments.

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

From this reading His thoughts rapidly compassed the situation, and he recognized the fact that the invading horde of Germans were in no mood to consider dispassionately the matter of a boy more or less who was found under the circumstances in which they had discovered Jimmie.

to a faint degree or weakly perceived

From this reading OUT OF THE FLAMES When the soldier who had been holding his rifle at Jimmie's back lowered the weapon and the ceremony of administering the oath of allegiance to the Kaiser had been completed, the red-headed Boy Scout who had been masquerading under a Cossack uniform breathed a deep sigh of relief that but faintly expressed his sentiments.

to a considerable degree; very much

From this reading Reluctantly, therefore, but because he thought it by far the better plan, the lad had submitted to the course insisted upon.

mat together and make felt-like

From this reading He felt that it would be only policy to obey the orders of those in superior force, since he could see no advantage to be gained by a flat refusal.

plural of “flame” — the process of combustion of inflammable materials producing heat and light and (often) smoke

From this reading OUT OF THE FLAMES When the soldier who had been holding his rifle at Jimmie's back lowered the weapon and the ceremony of administering the oath of allegiance to the Kaiser had been completed, the red-headed Boy Scout who had been masquerading under a Cossack uniform breathed a deep sigh of relief that but faintly expressed his sentiments.

having a surface without slope, tilt in which no part is higher or lower than another

From this reading He felt that it would be only policy to obey the orders of those in superior force, since he could see no advantage to be gained by a flat refusal.

a powerful effect or influence

From this reading He felt that it would be only policy to obey the orders of those in superior force, since he could see no advantage to be gained by a flat refusal.

set up or found

From this reading His thoughts rapidly compassed the situation, and he recognized the fact that the invading horde of Germans were in no mood to consider dispassionately the matter of a boy more or less who was found under the circumstances in which they had discovered Jimmie.

past form of “gain” — obtain

From this reading He felt that it would be only policy to obey the orders of those in superior force, since he could see no advantage to be gained by a flat refusal.

plural of “german” — a person of German nationality

From this reading His thoughts rapidly compassed the situation, and he recognized the fact that the invading horde of Germans were in no mood to consider dispassionately the matter of a boy more or less who was found under the circumstances in which they had discovered Jimmie.

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

From this reading OUT OF THE FLAMES When the soldier who had been holding his rifle at Jimmie's back lowered the weapon and the ceremony of administering the oath of allegiance to the Kaiser had been completed, the red-headed Boy Scout who had been masquerading under a Cossack uniform breathed a deep sigh of relief that but faintly expressed his sentiments.

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

From this reading He felt that it would be only policy to obey the orders of those in superior force, since he could see no advantage to be gained by a flat refusal.

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

From this reading OUT OF THE FLAMES When the soldier who had been holding his rifle at Jimmie's back lowered the weapon and the ceremony of administering the oath of allegiance to the Kaiser had been completed, the red-headed Boy Scout who had been masquerading under a Cossack uniform breathed a deep sigh of relief that but faintly expressed his sentiments.

the act of retaining something

From this reading OUT OF THE FLAMES When the soldier who had been holding his rifle at Jimmie's back lowered the weapon and the ceremony of administering the oath of allegiance to the Kaiser had been completed, the red-headed Boy Scout who had been masquerading under a Cossack uniform breathed a deep sigh of relief that but faintly expressed his sentiments.

a vast multitude

From this reading His thoughts rapidly compassed the situation, and he recognized the fact that the invading horde of Germans were in no mood to consider dispassionately the matter of a boy more or less who was found under the circumstances in which they had discovered Jimmie.

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

From this reading In spite of the seriousness of the situation, Jimmie maintained a mental reservation that little less than contradicted his words so recently spoken.

past form of “insist” — be emphatic or resolute and refuse to budge

From this reading Reluctantly, therefore, but because he thought it by far the better plan, the lad had submitted to the course insisted upon.

involving invasion or aggressive attack

From this reading His thoughts rapidly compassed the situation, and he recognized the fact that the invading horde of Germans were in no mood to consider dispassionately the matter of a boy more or less who was found under the circumstances in which they had discovered Jimmie.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading He felt that it would be only policy to obey the orders of those in superior force, since he could see no advantage to be gained by a flat refusal.

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

From this reading In spite of the seriousness of the situation, Jimmie maintained a mental reservation that little less than contradicted his words so recently spoken.

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

From this reading OUT OF THE FLAMES When the soldier who had been holding his rifle at Jimmie's back lowered the weapon and the ceremony of administering the oath of allegiance to the Kaiser had been completed, the red-headed Boy Scout who had been masquerading under a Cossack uniform breathed a deep sigh of relief that but faintly expressed his sentiments.

the title of the Holy Roman Emperors or the emperors of Austria or of Germany until 1918

From this reading OUT OF THE FLAMES When the soldier who had been holding his rifle at Jimmie's back lowered the weapon and the ceremony of administering the oath of allegiance to the Kaiser had been completed, the red-headed Boy Scout who had been masquerading under a Cossack uniform breathed a deep sigh of relief that but faintly expressed his sentiments.

a boy or man

From this reading Reluctantly, therefore, but because he thought it by far the better plan, the lad had submitted to the course insisted upon.

used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs

From this reading In spite of the seriousness of the situation, Jimmie maintained a mental reservation that little less than contradicted his words so recently spoken.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading In spite of the seriousness of the situation, Jimmie maintained a mental reservation that little less than contradicted his words so recently spoken.

below the surround or below the normal position

From this reading OUT OF THE FLAMES When the soldier who had been holding his rifle at Jimmie's back lowered the weapon and the ceremony of administering the oath of allegiance to the Kaiser had been completed, the red-headed Boy Scout who had been masquerading under a Cossack uniform breathed a deep sigh of relief that but faintly expressed his sentiments.

kept in good condition

From this reading In spite of the seriousness of the situation, Jimmie maintained a mental reservation that little less than contradicted his words so recently spoken.

-ing form of “masquerade” — take part in a masquerade

From this reading OUT OF THE FLAMES When the soldier who had been holding his rifle at Jimmie's back lowered the weapon and the ceremony of administering the oath of allegiance to the Kaiser had been completed, the red-headed Boy Scout who had been masquerading under a Cossack uniform breathed a deep sigh of relief that but faintly expressed his sentiments.

a vaguely specified concern

From this reading His thoughts rapidly compassed the situation, and he recognized the fact that the invading horde of Germans were in no mood to consider dispassionately the matter of a boy more or less who was found under the circumstances in which they had discovered Jimmie.

involving the mind or an intellectual process

From this reading In spite of the seriousness of the situation, Jimmie maintained a mental reservation that little less than contradicted his words so recently spoken.

a characteristic (habitual or relatively temporary) state of feeling

From this reading His thoughts rapidly compassed the situation, and he recognized the fact that the invading horde of Germans were in no mood to consider dispassionately the matter of a boy more or less who was found under the circumstances in which they had discovered Jimmie.

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

From this reading His thoughts rapidly compassed the situation, and he recognized the fact that the invading horde of Germans were in no mood to consider dispassionately the matter of a boy more or less who was found under the circumstances in which they had discovered Jimmie.

not any; not one

From this reading He felt that it would be only policy to obey the orders of those in superior force, since he could see no advantage to be gained by a flat refusal.

profane or obscene expression usually of surprise or anger

From this reading OUT OF THE FLAMES When the soldier who had been holding his rifle at Jimmie's back lowered the weapon and the ceremony of administering the oath of allegiance to the Kaiser had been completed, the red-headed Boy Scout who had been masquerading under a Cossack uniform breathed a deep sigh of relief that but faintly expressed his sentiments.

be obedient to

From this reading He felt that it would be only policy to obey the orders of those in superior force, since he could see no advantage to be gained by a flat refusal.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading OUT OF THE FLAMES When the soldier who had been holding his rifle at Jimmie's back lowered the weapon and the ceremony of administering the oath of allegiance to the Kaiser had been completed, the red-headed Boy Scout who had been masquerading under a Cossack uniform breathed a deep sigh of relief that but faintly expressed his sentiments.

and nothing more

From this reading He felt that it would be only policy to obey the orders of those in superior force, since he could see no advantage to be gained by a flat refusal.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading His thoughts rapidly compassed the situation, and he recognized the fact that the invading horde of Germans were in no mood to consider dispassionately the matter of a boy more or less who was found under the circumstances in which they had discovered Jimmie.

plural of “order” — (often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed

From this reading He felt that it would be only policy to obey the orders of those in superior force, since he could see no advantage to be gained by a flat refusal.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading OUT OF THE FLAMES When the soldier who had been holding his rifle at Jimmie's back lowered the weapon and the ceremony of administering the oath of allegiance to the Kaiser had been completed, the red-headed Boy Scout who had been masquerading under a Cossack uniform breathed a deep sigh of relief that but faintly expressed his sentiments.

have the will and intention to carry out some action

From this reading Reluctantly, therefore, but because he thought it by far the better plan, the lad had submitted to the course insisted upon.

a plan of action adopted by an individual or social group

From this reading He felt that it would be only policy to obey the orders of those in superior force, since he could see no advantage to be gained by a flat refusal.

with speed

From this reading His thoughts rapidly compassed the situation, and he recognized the fact that the invading horde of Germans were in no mood to consider dispassionately the matter of a boy more or less who was found under the circumstances in which they had discovered Jimmie.

in the recent past

From this reading In spite of the seriousness of the situation, Jimmie maintained a mental reservation that little less than contradicted his words so recently spoken.

generally approved or compelling recognition

From this reading His thoughts rapidly compassed the situation, and he recognized the fact that the invading horde of Germans were in no mood to consider dispassionately the matter of a boy more or less who was found under the circumstances in which they had discovered Jimmie.

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

From this reading OUT OF THE FLAMES When the soldier who had been holding his rifle at Jimmie's back lowered the weapon and the ceremony of administering the oath of allegiance to the Kaiser had been completed, the red-headed Boy Scout who had been masquerading under a Cossack uniform breathed a deep sigh of relief that but faintly expressed his sentiments.

the act of refusing

From this reading He felt that it would be only policy to obey the orders of those in superior force, since he could see no advantage to be gained by a flat refusal.

the feeling that comes when something burdensome is removed or reduced

From this reading OUT OF THE FLAMES When the soldier who had been holding his rifle at Jimmie's back lowered the weapon and the ceremony of administering the oath of allegiance to the Kaiser had been completed, the red-headed Boy Scout who had been masquerading under a Cossack uniform breathed a deep sigh of relief that but faintly expressed his sentiments.

with reluctance

From this reading Reluctantly, therefore, but because he thought it by far the better plan, the lad had submitted to the course insisted upon.

a district that is reserved for particular purpose

From this reading In spite of the seriousness of the situation, Jimmie maintained a mental reservation that little less than contradicted his words so recently spoken.

steal goods; take as spoils

From this reading OUT OF THE FLAMES When the soldier who had been holding his rifle at Jimmie's back lowered the weapon and the ceremony of administering the oath of allegiance to the Kaiser had been completed, the red-headed Boy Scout who had been masquerading under a Cossack uniform breathed a deep sigh of relief that but faintly expressed his sentiments.

a person employed to keep watch for some anticipated event

From this reading OUT OF THE FLAMES When the soldier who had been holding his rifle at Jimmie's back lowered the weapon and the ceremony of administering the oath of allegiance to the Kaiser had been completed, the red-headed Boy Scout who had been masquerading under a Cossack uniform breathed a deep sigh of relief that but faintly expressed his sentiments.

perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading He felt that it would be only policy to obey the orders of those in superior force, since he could see no advantage to be gained by a flat refusal.

plural of “sentiment” — tender, romantic, or nostalgic feeling or emotion

From this reading OUT OF THE FLAMES When the soldier who had been holding his rifle at Jimmie's back lowered the weapon and the ceremony of administering the oath of allegiance to the Kaiser had been completed, the red-headed Boy Scout who had been masquerading under a Cossack uniform breathed a deep sigh of relief that but faintly expressed his sentiments.

an earnest and sincere feeling

From this reading In spite of the seriousness of the situation, Jimmie maintained a mental reservation that little less than contradicted his words so recently spoken.

heave or utter a sigh; breathe deeply and heavily

From this reading OUT OF THE FLAMES When the soldier who had been holding his rifle at Jimmie's back lowered the weapon and the ceremony of administering the oath of allegiance to the Kaiser had been completed, the red-headed Boy Scout who had been masquerading under a Cossack uniform breathed a deep sigh of relief that but faintly expressed his sentiments.

from a time in the past until now

From this reading He felt that it would be only policy to obey the orders of those in superior force, since he could see no advantage to be gained by a flat refusal.

the general state of things; the combination of circumstances at a given time

From this reading In spite of the seriousness of the situation, Jimmie maintained a mental reservation that little less than contradicted his words so recently spoken.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading In spite of the seriousness of the situation, Jimmie maintained a mental reservation that little less than contradicted his words so recently spoken.

an enlisted man or woman who serves in an army

From this reading OUT OF THE FLAMES When the soldier who had been holding his rifle at Jimmie's back lowered the weapon and the ceremony of administering the oath of allegiance to the Kaiser had been completed, the red-headed Boy Scout who had been masquerading under a Cossack uniform breathed a deep sigh of relief that but faintly expressed his sentiments.

feeling a need to see others suffer

From this reading In spite of the seriousness of the situation, Jimmie maintained a mental reservation that little less than contradicted his words so recently spoken.

uttered through the medium of speech or characterized by speech; sometimes used in combination

From this reading In spite of the seriousness of the situation, Jimmie maintained a mental reservation that little less than contradicted his words so recently spoken.

inflected form of “submit” — refer for judgment or consideration

From this reading Reluctantly, therefore, but because he thought it by far the better plan, the lad had submitted to the course insisted upon.

of high or superior quality or performance

From this reading He felt that it would be only policy to obey the orders of those in superior force, since he could see no advantage to be gained by a flat refusal.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading In spite of the seriousness of the situation, Jimmie maintained a mental reservation that little less than contradicted his words so recently spoken.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading OUT OF THE FLAMES When the soldier who had been holding his rifle at Jimmie's back lowered the weapon and the ceremony of administering the oath of allegiance to the Kaiser had been completed, the red-headed Boy Scout who had been masquerading under a Cossack uniform breathed a deep sigh of relief that but faintly expressed his sentiments.

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

From this reading OUT OF THE FLAMES When the soldier who had been holding his rifle at Jimmie's back lowered the weapon and the ceremony of administering the oath of allegiance to the Kaiser had been completed, the red-headed Boy Scout who had been masquerading under a Cossack uniform breathed a deep sigh of relief that but faintly expressed his sentiments.

for that reason; as a result

From this reading Reluctantly, therefore, but because he thought it by far the better plan, the lad had submitted to the course insisted upon.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading His thoughts rapidly compassed the situation, and he recognized the fact that the invading horde of Germans were in no mood to consider dispassionately the matter of a boy more or less who was found under the circumstances in which they had discovered Jimmie.

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading He felt that it would be only policy to obey the orders of those in superior force, since he could see no advantage to be gained by a flat refusal.

the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading Reluctantly, therefore, but because he thought it by far the better plan, the lad had submitted to the course insisted upon.

plural of “thought” — the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading His thoughts rapidly compassed the situation, and he recognized the fact that the invading horde of Germans were in no mood to consider dispassionately the matter of a boy more or less who was found under the circumstances in which they had discovered Jimmie.

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

From this reading OUT OF THE FLAMES When the soldier who had been holding his rifle at Jimmie's back lowered the weapon and the ceremony of administering the oath of allegiance to the Kaiser had been completed, the red-headed Boy Scout who had been masquerading under a Cossack uniform breathed a deep sigh of relief that but faintly expressed his sentiments.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading OUT OF THE FLAMES When the soldier who had been holding his rifle at Jimmie's back lowered the weapon and the ceremony of administering the oath of allegiance to the Kaiser had been completed, the red-headed Boy Scout who had been masquerading under a Cossack uniform breathed a deep sigh of relief that but faintly expressed his sentiments.

always the same; showing a single form or character in all occurrences

From this reading OUT OF THE FLAMES When the soldier who had been holding his rifle at Jimmie's back lowered the weapon and the ceremony of administering the oath of allegiance to the Kaiser had been completed, the red-headed Boy Scout who had been masquerading under a Cossack uniform breathed a deep sigh of relief that but faintly expressed his sentiments.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading Reluctantly, therefore, but because he thought it by far the better plan, the lad had submitted to the course insisted upon.

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

From this reading His thoughts rapidly compassed the situation, and he recognized the fact that the invading horde of Germans were in no mood to consider dispassionately the matter of a boy more or less who was found under the circumstances in which they had discovered Jimmie.

any instrument or instrumentality used in fighting or hunting

From this reading OUT OF THE FLAMES When the soldier who had been holding his rifle at Jimmie's back lowered the weapon and the ceremony of administering the oath of allegiance to the Kaiser had been completed, the red-headed Boy Scout who had been masquerading under a Cossack uniform breathed a deep sigh of relief that but faintly expressed his sentiments.

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading His thoughts rapidly compassed the situation, and he recognized the fact that the invading horde of Germans were in no mood to consider dispassionately the matter of a boy more or less who was found under the circumstances in which they had discovered Jimmie.

at the time that

From this reading OUT OF THE FLAMES When the soldier who had been holding his rifle at Jimmie's back lowered the weapon and the ceremony of administering the oath of allegiance to the Kaiser had been completed, the red-headed Boy Scout who had been masquerading under a Cossack uniform breathed a deep sigh of relief that but faintly expressed his sentiments.

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

From this reading His thoughts rapidly compassed the situation, and he recognized the fact that the invading horde of Germans were in no mood to consider dispassionately the matter of a boy more or less who was found under the circumstances in which they had discovered Jimmie.

which person or people

From this reading OUT OF THE FLAMES When the soldier who had been holding his rifle at Jimmie's back lowered the weapon and the ceremony of administering the oath of allegiance to the Kaiser had been completed, the red-headed Boy Scout who had been masquerading under a Cossack uniform breathed a deep sigh of relief that but faintly expressed his sentiments.

the words that are spoken

From this reading In spite of the seriousness of the situation, Jimmie maintained a mental reservation that little less than contradicted his words so recently spoken.

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

From this reading He felt that it would be only policy to obey the orders of those in superior force, since he could see no advantage to be gained by a flat refusal.