Chapter XXI

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

From this reading From the lips of Rollins and Springer the boys of Oakdale Academy learned something of the encounter with Grant during the rabbit hunt, but, naturally, even Springer colored his statements in a manner which did not place Barker in an unfavorable light.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading Save to sneer about the boy from Texas, Berlin himself had little to say.

A place of study or training in a special field of knowledge and arts.

From this reading From the lips of Rollins and Springer the boys of Oakdale Academy learned something of the encounter with Grant during the rabbit hunt, but, naturally, even Springer colored his statements in a manner which did not place Barker in an unfavorable light.

past form of “add” — make an addition (to); join or combine or unite with others; increase the quality, quantity, size or scope of

From this reading This added to the almost universal dislike in which the young Texan was held.

(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but

From this reading This added to the almost universal dislike in which the young Texan was held.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading From the lips of Rollins and Springer the boys of Oakdale Academy learned something of the encounter with Grant during the rabbit hunt, but, naturally, even Springer colored his statements in a manner which did not place Barker in an unfavorable light.

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

From this reading From the lips of Rollins and Springer the boys of Oakdale Academy learned something of the encounter with Grant during the rabbit hunt, but, naturally, even Springer colored his statements in a manner which did not place Barker in an unfavorable light.

someone who stands in front of a show (as at a carnival) and gives a loud colorful sales talk to potential customers

From this reading From the lips of Rollins and Springer the boys of Oakdale Academy learned something of the encounter with Grant during the rabbit hunt, but, naturally, even Springer colored his statements in a manner which did not place Barker in an unfavorable light.

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

From this reading Nevertheless, the general impression went forth that Rod had first threatened to shoot Silver Tongue, and had been prevented from doing so only by Barker’s firm stand.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Nevertheless, the general impression went forth that Rod had first threatened to shoot Silver Tongue, and had been prevented from doing so only by Barker’s firm stand.

capital of Germany located in eastern Germany

From this reading Save to sneer about the boy from Texas, Berlin himself had little to say.

a youthful male person

From this reading Save to sneer about the boy from Texas, Berlin himself had little to say.

plural of “boy” — a youthful male person

From this reading From the lips of Rollins and Springer the boys of Oakdale Academy learned something of the encounter with Grant during the rabbit hunt, but, naturally, even Springer colored his statements in a manner which did not place Barker in an unfavorable light.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading From the lips of Rollins and Springer the boys of Oakdale Academy learned something of the encounter with Grant during the rabbit hunt, but, naturally, even Springer colored his statements in a manner which did not place Barker in an unfavorable light.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Nevertheless, the general impression went forth that Rod had first threatened to shoot Silver Tongue, and had been prevented from doing so only by Barker’s firm stand.

having color or a certain color; sometimes used in combination

From this reading From the lips of Rollins and Springer the boys of Oakdale Academy learned something of the encounter with Grant during the rabbit hunt, but, naturally, even Springer colored his statements in a manner which did not place Barker in an unfavorable light.

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

From this reading From the lips of Rollins and Springer the boys of Oakdale Academy learned something of the encounter with Grant during the rabbit hunt, but, naturally, even Springer colored his statements in a manner which did not place Barker in an unfavorable light.

an inclination to withhold approval from some person or group

From this reading This added to the almost universal dislike in which the young Texan was held.

-ing form of “do” — engage in

From this reading Nevertheless, the general impression went forth that Rod had first threatened to shoot Silver Tongue, and had been prevented from doing so only by Barker’s firm stand.

all through a period, or at some point within it

From this reading From the lips of Rollins and Springer the boys of Oakdale Academy learned something of the encounter with Grant during the rabbit hunt, but, naturally, even Springer colored his statements in a manner which did not place Barker in an unfavorable light.

come together

From this reading From the lips of Rollins and Springer the boys of Oakdale Academy learned something of the encounter with Grant during the rabbit hunt, but, naturally, even Springer colored his statements in a manner which did not place Barker in an unfavorable light.

divisible by two

From this reading From the lips of Rollins and Springer the boys of Oakdale Academy learned something of the encounter with Grant during the rabbit hunt, but, naturally, even Springer colored his statements in a manner which did not place Barker in an unfavorable light.

marked by firm determination or resolution; not shakable

From this reading Nevertheless, the general impression went forth that Rod had first threatened to shoot Silver Tongue, and had been prevented from doing so only by Barker’s firm stand.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading Nevertheless, the general impression went forth that Rod had first threatened to shoot Silver Tongue, and had been prevented from doing so only by Barker’s firm stand.

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

From this reading Nevertheless, the general impression went forth that Rod had first threatened to shoot Silver Tongue, and had been prevented from doing so only by Barker’s firm stand.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading From the lips of Rollins and Springer the boys of Oakdale Academy learned something of the encounter with Grant during the rabbit hunt, but, naturally, even Springer colored his statements in a manner which did not place Barker in an unfavorable light.

applying to all or most members of a category or group

From this reading Nevertheless, the general impression went forth that Rod had first threatened to shoot Silver Tongue, and had been prevented from doing so only by Barker’s firm stand.

let have

From this reading From the lips of Rollins and Springer the boys of Oakdale Academy learned something of the encounter with Grant during the rabbit hunt, but, naturally, even Springer colored his statements in a manner which did not place Barker in an unfavorable light.

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

From this reading Save to sneer about the boy from Texas, Berlin himself had little to say.

occupied or in the control of; often used in combination

From this reading This added to the almost universal dislike in which the young Texan was held.

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

From this reading Save to sneer about the boy from Texas, Berlin himself had little to say.

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

From this reading From the lips of Rollins and Springer the boys of Oakdale Academy learned something of the encounter with Grant during the rabbit hunt, but, naturally, even Springer colored his statements in a manner which did not place Barker in an unfavorable light.

pursue for food or sport (as of wild animals)

From this reading From the lips of Rollins and Springer the boys of Oakdale Academy learned something of the encounter with Grant during the rabbit hunt, but, naturally, even Springer colored his statements in a manner which did not place Barker in an unfavorable light.

a vague idea in which some confidence is placed

From this reading Nevertheless, the general impression went forth that Rod had first threatened to shoot Silver Tongue, and had been prevented from doing so only by Barker’s firm stand.

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

From this reading From the lips of Rollins and Springer the boys of Oakdale Academy learned something of the encounter with Grant during the rabbit hunt, but, naturally, even Springer colored his statements in a manner which did not place Barker in an unfavorable light.

having or showing profound knowledge

From this reading From the lips of Rollins and Springer the boys of Oakdale Academy learned something of the encounter with Grant during the rabbit hunt, but, naturally, even Springer colored his statements in a manner which did not place Barker in an unfavorable light.

of comparatively little physical weight or density

From this reading From the lips of Rollins and Springer the boys of Oakdale Academy learned something of the encounter with Grant during the rabbit hunt, but, naturally, even Springer colored his statements in a manner which did not place Barker in an unfavorable light.

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

From this reading From the lips of Rollins and Springer the boys of Oakdale Academy learned something of the encounter with Grant during the rabbit hunt, but, naturally, even Springer colored his statements in a manner which did not place Barker in an unfavorable light.

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

From this reading Save to sneer about the boy from Texas, Berlin himself had little to say.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading From the lips of Rollins and Springer the boys of Oakdale Academy learned something of the encounter with Grant during the rabbit hunt, but, naturally, even Springer colored his statements in a manner which did not place Barker in an unfavorable light.

as might be expected

From this reading From the lips of Rollins and Springer the boys of Oakdale Academy learned something of the encounter with Grant during the rabbit hunt, but, naturally, even Springer colored his statements in a manner which did not place Barker in an unfavorable light.

in spite of what has just been said

From this reading Nevertheless, the general impression went forth that Rod had first threatened to shoot Silver Tongue, and had been prevented from doing so only by Barker’s firm stand.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading From the lips of Rollins and Springer the boys of Oakdale Academy learned something of the encounter with Grant during the rabbit hunt, but, naturally, even Springer colored his statements in a manner which did not place Barker in an unfavorable light.

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

From this reading From the lips of Rollins and Springer the boys of Oakdale Academy learned something of the encounter with Grant during the rabbit hunt, but, naturally, even Springer colored his statements in a manner which did not place Barker in an unfavorable light.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading From the lips of Rollins and Springer the boys of Oakdale Academy learned something of the encounter with Grant during the rabbit hunt, but, naturally, even Springer colored his statements in a manner which did not place Barker in an unfavorable light.

and nothing more

From this reading Nevertheless, the general impression went forth that Rod had first threatened to shoot Silver Tongue, and had been prevented from doing so only by Barker’s firm stand.

someone who plays the bagpipe

From this reading WHAT SLEUTH PIPER SAW.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading From the lips of Rollins and Springer the boys of Oakdale Academy learned something of the encounter with Grant during the rabbit hunt, but, naturally, even Springer colored his statements in a manner which did not place Barker in an unfavorable light.

past form of “prevent” — keep from happening or arising; make impossible

From this reading Nevertheless, the general impression went forth that Rod had first threatened to shoot Silver Tongue, and had been prevented from doing so only by Barker’s firm stand.

any of various burrowing animals of the family Leporidae having long ears and short tails; some domesticated and raised for pets or food

From this reading From the lips of Rollins and Springer the boys of Oakdale Academy learned something of the encounter with Grant during the rabbit hunt, but, naturally, even Springer colored his statements in a manner which did not place Barker in an unfavorable light.

a long thin implement made of metal or wood

From this reading Nevertheless, the general impression went forth that Rod had first threatened to shoot Silver Tongue, and had been prevented from doing so only by Barker’s firm stand.

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

From this reading From the lips of Rollins and Springer the boys of Oakdale Academy learned something of the encounter with Grant during the rabbit hunt, but, naturally, even Springer colored his statements in a manner which did not place Barker in an unfavorable light.

except for; apart from

From this reading Save to sneer about the boy from Texas, Berlin himself had little to say.

cut with a saw

From this reading WHAT SLEUTH PIPER SAW.

express in words

From this reading Save to sneer about the boy from Texas, Berlin himself had little to say.

hit with a missile from a weapon

From this reading Nevertheless, the general impression went forth that Rod had first threatened to shoot Silver Tongue, and had been prevented from doing so only by Barker’s firm stand.

a soft white precious univalent metallic element having the highest electrical and thermal conductivity of any metal; occurs in argentite and in free form; used in coins and jewelry and tableware and photography

From this reading Nevertheless, the general impression went forth that Rod had first threatened to shoot Silver Tongue, and had been prevented from doing so only by Barker’s firm stand.

a detective who follows a trail

From this reading WHAT SLEUTH PIPER SAW.

express through a scornful smile

From this reading Save to sneer about the boy from Texas, Berlin himself had little to say.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading Nevertheless, the general impression went forth that Rod had first threatened to shoot Silver Tongue, and had been prevented from doing so only by Barker’s firm stand.

a thing, without saying which

From this reading From the lips of Rollins and Springer the boys of Oakdale Academy learned something of the encounter with Grant during the rabbit hunt, but, naturally, even Springer colored his statements in a manner which did not place Barker in an unfavorable light.

the lowest stone in an arch -- from which it springs

From this reading From the lips of Rollins and Springer the boys of Oakdale Academy learned something of the encounter with Grant during the rabbit hunt, but, naturally, even Springer colored his statements in a manner which did not place Barker in an unfavorable light.

be standing; be upright

From this reading Nevertheless, the general impression went forth that Rod had first threatened to shoot Silver Tongue, and had been prevented from doing so only by Barker’s firm stand.

plural of “statement” — a message that is stated or declared; a communication (oral or written) setting forth particulars or facts etc

From this reading From the lips of Rollins and Springer the boys of Oakdale Academy learned something of the encounter with Grant during the rabbit hunt, but, naturally, even Springer colored his statements in a manner which did not place Barker in an unfavorable light.

a native or resident of Texas

From this reading This added to the almost universal dislike in which the young Texan was held.

the second largest state; located in southwestern United States on the Gulf of Mexico

From this reading Save to sneer about the boy from Texas, Berlin himself had little to say.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Nevertheless, the general impression went forth that Rod had first threatened to shoot Silver Tongue, and had been prevented from doing so only by Barker’s firm stand.

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

From this reading From the lips of Rollins and Springer the boys of Oakdale Academy learned something of the encounter with Grant during the rabbit hunt, but, naturally, even Springer colored his statements in a manner which did not place Barker in an unfavorable light.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading This added to the almost universal dislike in which the young Texan was held.

(of flora or fauna) likely in the near future to become endangered

From this reading Nevertheless, the general impression went forth that Rod had first threatened to shoot Silver Tongue, and had been prevented from doing so only by Barker’s firm stand.

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

From this reading Save to sneer about the boy from Texas, Berlin himself had little to say.

a mobile mass of muscular tissue covered with mucous membrane and located in the oral cavity

From this reading Nevertheless, the general impression went forth that Rod had first threatened to shoot Silver Tongue, and had been prevented from doing so only by Barker’s firm stand.

not encouraging or approving or pleasing

From this reading From the lips of Rollins and Springer the boys of Oakdale Academy learned something of the encounter with Grant during the rabbit hunt, but, naturally, even Springer colored his statements in a manner which did not place Barker in an unfavorable light.

of worldwide scope or applicability

From this reading This added to the almost universal dislike in which the young Texan was held.

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

From this reading This added to the almost universal dislike in which the young Texan was held.

inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading Nevertheless, the general impression went forth that Rod had first threatened to shoot Silver Tongue, and had been prevented from doing so only by Barker’s firm stand.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading WHAT SLEUTH PIPER SAW.

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

From this reading From the lips of Rollins and Springer the boys of Oakdale Academy learned something of the encounter with Grant during the rabbit hunt, but, naturally, even Springer colored his statements in a manner which did not place Barker in an unfavorable light.

in the company of; together with

From this reading From the lips of Rollins and Springer the boys of Oakdale Academy learned something of the encounter with Grant during the rabbit hunt, but, naturally, even Springer colored his statements in a manner which did not place Barker in an unfavorable light.

(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth

From this reading This added to the almost universal dislike in which the young Texan was held.