Chapter VIII

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

From this reading SCOUTING AND ITS RESULTS--CAUGHT NAPPING--FRANTIC WITH TERROR--"WHO HAVE BEEN TRIMMED SO NEATLY"--MY FAT FRIEND IN A PICKLE--PERSPIRATION AND BULLETS--THE REQUEST TO "SWAP" TREES--VIRTUE ITS OWN REWARD--HIGH TREASON TO UNCLE SAM--GOING OUT FOR GAME--AN UNPLEASANT MEETING--THE TUSSLE FOR LIFE--PUTTING AN END TO AN ORATION--"A TUFF 'UN."

higher than, or over, something

From this reading Orders were shortly after given to continue the ascent, and in a sufficiently brief space of time, we had mounted above the belt of dark clouds, which were now drifting along the mountain-side beneath us, into a fresh and warm sunshine.

in actual fact

From this reading Lips that had been whitened with terror were now actually laughing.

later than; following

From this reading Orders were shortly after given to continue the ascent, and in a sufficiently brief space of time, we had mounted above the belt of dark clouds, which were now drifting along the mountain-side beneath us, into a fresh and warm sunshine.

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

From this reading The revulsion in our feelings was almost instantaneous.

following the length of something from one end toward the other

From this reading Orders were shortly after given to continue the ascent, and in a sufficiently brief space of time, we had mounted above the belt of dark clouds, which were now drifting along the mountain-side beneath us, into a fresh and warm sunshine.

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

From this reading SCOUTING AND ITS RESULTS--CAUGHT NAPPING--FRANTIC WITH TERROR--"WHO HAVE BEEN TRIMMED SO NEATLY"--MY FAT FRIEND IN A PICKLE--PERSPIRATION AND BULLETS--THE REQUEST TO "SWAP" TREES--VIRTUE ITS OWN REWARD--HIGH TREASON TO UNCLE SAM--GOING OUT FOR GAME--AN UNPLEASANT MEETING--THE TUSSLE FOR LIFE--PUTTING AN END TO AN ORATION--"A TUFF 'UN."

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

From this reading SCOUTING AND ITS RESULTS--CAUGHT NAPPING--FRANTIC WITH TERROR--"WHO HAVE BEEN TRIMMED SO NEATLY"--MY FAT FRIEND IN A PICKLE--PERSPIRATION AND BULLETS--THE REQUEST TO "SWAP" TREES--VIRTUE ITS OWN REWARD--HIGH TREASON TO UNCLE SAM--GOING OUT FOR GAME--AN UNPLEASANT MEETING--THE TUSSLE FOR LIFE--PUTTING AN END TO AN ORATION--"A TUFF 'UN."

an upward slope or grade (as in a road)

From this reading Orders were shortly after given to continue the ascent, and in a sufficiently brief space of time, we had mounted above the belt of dark clouds, which were now drifting along the mountain-side beneath us, into a fresh and warm sunshine.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Those who had quaked before, were now inclined to jeer at their own fright.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading SCOUTING AND ITS RESULTS--CAUGHT NAPPING--FRANTIC WITH TERROR--"WHO HAVE BEEN TRIMMED SO NEATLY"--MY FAT FRIEND IN A PICKLE--PERSPIRATION AND BULLETS--THE REQUEST TO "SWAP" TREES--VIRTUE ITS OWN REWARD--HIGH TREASON TO UNCLE SAM--GOING OUT FOR GAME--AN UNPLEASANT MEETING--THE TUSSLE FOR LIFE--PUTTING AN END TO AN ORATION--"A TUFF 'UN."

earlier than; in front of

From this reading Those who had quaked before, were now inclined to jeer at their own fright.

endless loop of flexible material between two rotating shafts or pulleys

From this reading Orders were shortly after given to continue the ascent, and in a sufficiently brief space of time, we had mounted above the belt of dark clouds, which were now drifting along the mountain-side beneath us, into a fresh and warm sunshine.

Directly under; in or to a lower position than.

From this reading Orders were shortly after given to continue the ascent, and in a sufficiently brief space of time, we had mounted above the belt of dark clouds, which were now drifting along the mountain-side beneath us, into a fresh and warm sunshine.

of short duration or distance

From this reading Orders were shortly after given to continue the ascent, and in a sufficiently brief space of time, we had mounted above the belt of dark clouds, which were now drifting along the mountain-side beneath us, into a fresh and warm sunshine.

plural of “bullet” — a projectile that is fired from a gun

From this reading SCOUTING AND ITS RESULTS--CAUGHT NAPPING--FRANTIC WITH TERROR--"WHO HAVE BEEN TRIMMED SO NEATLY"--MY FAT FRIEND IN A PICKLE--PERSPIRATION AND BULLETS--THE REQUEST TO "SWAP" TREES--VIRTUE ITS OWN REWARD--HIGH TREASON TO UNCLE SAM--GOING OUT FOR GAME--AN UNPLEASANT MEETING--THE TUSSLE FOR LIFE--PUTTING AN END TO AN ORATION--"A TUFF 'UN."

inflected form of “catch” — discover or come upon accidentally, suddenly, or unexpectedly; catch somebody doing something or in a certain state

From this reading SCOUTING AND ITS RESULTS--CAUGHT NAPPING--FRANTIC WITH TERROR--"WHO HAVE BEEN TRIMMED SO NEATLY"--MY FAT FRIEND IN A PICKLE--PERSPIRATION AND BULLETS--THE REQUEST TO "SWAP" TREES--VIRTUE ITS OWN REWARD--HIGH TREASON TO UNCLE SAM--GOING OUT FOR GAME--AN UNPLEASANT MEETING--THE TUSSLE FOR LIFE--PUTTING AN END TO AN ORATION--"A TUFF 'UN."

plural of “cloud” — any collection of particles (e.g., smoke or dust) or gases that is visible

From this reading Orders were shortly after given to continue the ascent, and in a sufficiently brief space of time, we had mounted above the belt of dark clouds, which were now drifting along the mountain-side beneath us, into a fresh and warm sunshine.

continue a certain state, condition, or activity

From this reading Orders were shortly after given to continue the ascent, and in a sufficiently brief space of time, we had mounted above the belt of dark clouds, which were now drifting along the mountain-side beneath us, into a fresh and warm sunshine.

absence of light or illumination

From this reading Orders were shortly after given to continue the ascent, and in a sufficiently brief space of time, we had mounted above the belt of dark clouds, which were now drifting along the mountain-side beneath us, into a fresh and warm sunshine.

aimless wandering from place to place

From this reading Orders were shortly after given to continue the ascent, and in a sufficiently brief space of time, we had mounted above the belt of dark clouds, which were now drifting along the mountain-side beneath us, into a fresh and warm sunshine.

either extremity of something that has length

From this reading SCOUTING AND ITS RESULTS--CAUGHT NAPPING--FRANTIC WITH TERROR--"WHO HAVE BEEN TRIMMED SO NEATLY"--MY FAT FRIEND IN A PICKLE--PERSPIRATION AND BULLETS--THE REQUEST TO "SWAP" TREES--VIRTUE ITS OWN REWARD--HIGH TREASON TO UNCLE SAM--GOING OUT FOR GAME--AN UNPLEASANT MEETING--THE TUSSLE FOR LIFE--PUTTING AN END TO AN ORATION--"A TUFF 'UN."

having an (over)abundance of flesh

From this reading SCOUTING AND ITS RESULTS--CAUGHT NAPPING--FRANTIC WITH TERROR--"WHO HAVE BEEN TRIMMED SO NEATLY"--MY FAT FRIEND IN A PICKLE--PERSPIRATION AND BULLETS--THE REQUEST TO "SWAP" TREES--VIRTUE ITS OWN REWARD--HIGH TREASON TO UNCLE SAM--GOING OUT FOR GAME--AN UNPLEASANT MEETING--THE TUSSLE FOR LIFE--PUTTING AN END TO AN ORATION--"A TUFF 'UN."

emotional or moral sensitivity (especially in relation to personal principles or dignity)

From this reading The revulsion in our feelings was almost instantaneous.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading SCOUTING AND ITS RESULTS--CAUGHT NAPPING--FRANTIC WITH TERROR--"WHO HAVE BEEN TRIMMED SO NEATLY"--MY FAT FRIEND IN A PICKLE--PERSPIRATION AND BULLETS--THE REQUEST TO "SWAP" TREES--VIRTUE ITS OWN REWARD--HIGH TREASON TO UNCLE SAM--GOING OUT FOR GAME--AN UNPLEASANT MEETING--THE TUSSLE FOR LIFE--PUTTING AN END TO AN ORATION--"A TUFF 'UN."

excessively agitated; distraught with fear or other violent emotion

From this reading SCOUTING AND ITS RESULTS--CAUGHT NAPPING--FRANTIC WITH TERROR--"WHO HAVE BEEN TRIMMED SO NEATLY"--MY FAT FRIEND IN A PICKLE--PERSPIRATION AND BULLETS--THE REQUEST TO "SWAP" TREES--VIRTUE ITS OWN REWARD--HIGH TREASON TO UNCLE SAM--GOING OUT FOR GAME--AN UNPLEASANT MEETING--THE TUSSLE FOR LIFE--PUTTING AN END TO AN ORATION--"A TUFF 'UN."

recently made, produced, or harvested

From this reading Orders were shortly after given to continue the ascent, and in a sufficiently brief space of time, we had mounted above the belt of dark clouds, which were now drifting along the mountain-side beneath us, into a fresh and warm sunshine.

a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading SCOUTING AND ITS RESULTS--CAUGHT NAPPING--FRANTIC WITH TERROR--"WHO HAVE BEEN TRIMMED SO NEATLY"--MY FAT FRIEND IN A PICKLE--PERSPIRATION AND BULLETS--THE REQUEST TO "SWAP" TREES--VIRTUE ITS OWN REWARD--HIGH TREASON TO UNCLE SAM--GOING OUT FOR GAME--AN UNPLEASANT MEETING--THE TUSSLE FOR LIFE--PUTTING AN END TO AN ORATION--"A TUFF 'UN."

an emotion experienced in anticipation of some specific pain or danger (usually accompanied by a desire to flee or fight)

From this reading Those who had quaked before, were now inclined to jeer at their own fright.

a contest with rules to determine a winner

From this reading SCOUTING AND ITS RESULTS--CAUGHT NAPPING--FRANTIC WITH TERROR--"WHO HAVE BEEN TRIMMED SO NEATLY"--MY FAT FRIEND IN A PICKLE--PERSPIRATION AND BULLETS--THE REQUEST TO "SWAP" TREES--VIRTUE ITS OWN REWARD--HIGH TREASON TO UNCLE SAM--GOING OUT FOR GAME--AN UNPLEASANT MEETING--THE TUSSLE FOR LIFE--PUTTING AN END TO AN ORATION--"A TUFF 'UN."

acknowledged as a supposition

From this reading Orders were shortly after given to continue the ascent, and in a sufficiently brief space of time, we had mounted above the belt of dark clouds, which were now drifting along the mountain-side beneath us, into a fresh and warm sunshine.

the act of departing

From this reading SCOUTING AND ITS RESULTS--CAUGHT NAPPING--FRANTIC WITH TERROR--"WHO HAVE BEEN TRIMMED SO NEATLY"--MY FAT FRIEND IN A PICKLE--PERSPIRATION AND BULLETS--THE REQUEST TO "SWAP" TREES--VIRTUE ITS OWN REWARD--HIGH TREASON TO UNCLE SAM--GOING OUT FOR GAME--AN UNPLEASANT MEETING--THE TUSSLE FOR LIFE--PUTTING AN END TO AN ORATION--"A TUFF 'UN."

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

From this reading Orders were shortly after given to continue the ascent, and in a sufficiently brief space of time, we had mounted above the belt of dark clouds, which were now drifting along the mountain-side beneath us, into a fresh and warm sunshine.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading SCOUTING AND ITS RESULTS--CAUGHT NAPPING--FRANTIC WITH TERROR--"WHO HAVE BEEN TRIMMED SO NEATLY"--MY FAT FRIEND IN A PICKLE--PERSPIRATION AND BULLETS--THE REQUEST TO "SWAP" TREES--VIRTUE ITS OWN REWARD--HIGH TREASON TO UNCLE SAM--GOING OUT FOR GAME--AN UNPLEASANT MEETING--THE TUSSLE FOR LIFE--PUTTING AN END TO AN ORATION--"A TUFF 'UN."

greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount

From this reading SCOUTING AND ITS RESULTS--CAUGHT NAPPING--FRANTIC WITH TERROR--"WHO HAVE BEEN TRIMMED SO NEATLY"--MY FAT FRIEND IN A PICKLE--PERSPIRATION AND BULLETS--THE REQUEST TO "SWAP" TREES--VIRTUE ITS OWN REWARD--HIGH TREASON TO UNCLE SAM--GOING OUT FOR GAME--AN UNPLEASANT MEETING--THE TUSSLE FOR LIFE--PUTTING AN END TO AN ORATION--"A TUFF 'UN."

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

From this reading SCOUTING AND ITS RESULTS--CAUGHT NAPPING--FRANTIC WITH TERROR--"WHO HAVE BEEN TRIMMED SO NEATLY"--MY FAT FRIEND IN A PICKLE--PERSPIRATION AND BULLETS--THE REQUEST TO "SWAP" TREES--VIRTUE ITS OWN REWARD--HIGH TREASON TO UNCLE SAM--GOING OUT FOR GAME--AN UNPLEASANT MEETING--THE TUSSLE FOR LIFE--PUTTING AN END TO AN ORATION--"A TUFF 'UN."

(often followed by “to”) having a preference, disposition, or tendency

From this reading Those who had quaked before, were now inclined to jeer at their own fright.

occurring with no delay

From this reading The revulsion in our feelings was almost instantaneous.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading Orders were shortly after given to continue the ascent, and in a sufficiently brief space of time, we had mounted above the belt of dark clouds, which were now drifting along the mountain-side beneath us, into a fresh and warm sunshine.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading SCOUTING AND ITS RESULTS--CAUGHT NAPPING--FRANTIC WITH TERROR--"WHO HAVE BEEN TRIMMED SO NEATLY"--MY FAT FRIEND IN A PICKLE--PERSPIRATION AND BULLETS--THE REQUEST TO "SWAP" TREES--VIRTUE ITS OWN REWARD--HIGH TREASON TO UNCLE SAM--GOING OUT FOR GAME--AN UNPLEASANT MEETING--THE TUSSLE FOR LIFE--PUTTING AN END TO AN ORATION--"A TUFF 'UN."

laugh at with contempt and derision

From this reading Those who had quaked before, were now inclined to jeer at their own fright.

showing or feeling mirth or pleasure or happiness

From this reading Lips that had been whitened with terror were now actually laughing.

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading SCOUTING AND ITS RESULTS--CAUGHT NAPPING--FRANTIC WITH TERROR--"WHO HAVE BEEN TRIMMED SO NEATLY"--MY FAT FRIEND IN A PICKLE--PERSPIRATION AND BULLETS--THE REQUEST TO "SWAP" TREES--VIRTUE ITS OWN REWARD--HIGH TREASON TO UNCLE SAM--GOING OUT FOR GAME--AN UNPLEASANT MEETING--THE TUSSLE FOR LIFE--PUTTING AN END TO AN ORATION--"A TUFF 'UN."

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

From this reading Lips that had been whitened with terror were now actually laughing.

a formally arranged gathering

From this reading SCOUTING AND ITS RESULTS--CAUGHT NAPPING--FRANTIC WITH TERROR--"WHO HAVE BEEN TRIMMED SO NEATLY"--MY FAT FRIEND IN A PICKLE--PERSPIRATION AND BULLETS--THE REQUEST TO "SWAP" TREES--VIRTUE ITS OWN REWARD--HIGH TREASON TO UNCLE SAM--GOING OUT FOR GAME--AN UNPLEASANT MEETING--THE TUSSLE FOR LIFE--PUTTING AN END TO AN ORATION--"A TUFF 'UN."

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

From this reading Orders were shortly after given to continue the ascent, and in a sufficiently brief space of time, we had mounted above the belt of dark clouds, which were now drifting along the mountain-side beneath us, into a fresh and warm sunshine.

assembled for use; especially by being attached to a support

From this reading Orders were shortly after given to continue the ascent, and in a sufficiently brief space of time, we had mounted above the belt of dark clouds, which were now drifting along the mountain-side beneath us, into a fresh and warm sunshine.

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading SCOUTING AND ITS RESULTS--CAUGHT NAPPING--FRANTIC WITH TERROR--"WHO HAVE BEEN TRIMMED SO NEATLY"--MY FAT FRIEND IN A PICKLE--PERSPIRATION AND BULLETS--THE REQUEST TO "SWAP" TREES--VIRTUE ITS OWN REWARD--HIGH TREASON TO UNCLE SAM--GOING OUT FOR GAME--AN UNPLEASANT MEETING--THE TUSSLE FOR LIFE--PUTTING AN END TO AN ORATION--"A TUFF 'UN."

not prepared or vigilant

From this reading SCOUTING AND ITS RESULTS--CAUGHT NAPPING--FRANTIC WITH TERROR--"WHO HAVE BEEN TRIMMED SO NEATLY"--MY FAT FRIEND IN A PICKLE--PERSPIRATION AND BULLETS--THE REQUEST TO "SWAP" TREES--VIRTUE ITS OWN REWARD--HIGH TREASON TO UNCLE SAM--GOING OUT FOR GAME--AN UNPLEASANT MEETING--THE TUSSLE FOR LIFE--PUTTING AN END TO AN ORATION--"A TUFF 'UN."

with neatness

From this reading SCOUTING AND ITS RESULTS--CAUGHT NAPPING--FRANTIC WITH TERROR--"WHO HAVE BEEN TRIMMED SO NEATLY"--MY FAT FRIEND IN A PICKLE--PERSPIRATION AND BULLETS--THE REQUEST TO "SWAP" TREES--VIRTUE ITS OWN REWARD--HIGH TREASON TO UNCLE SAM--GOING OUT FOR GAME--AN UNPLEASANT MEETING--THE TUSSLE FOR LIFE--PUTTING AN END TO AN ORATION--"A TUFF 'UN."

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

From this reading Orders were shortly after given to continue the ascent, and in a sufficiently brief space of time, we had mounted above the belt of dark clouds, which were now drifting along the mountain-side beneath us, into a fresh and warm sunshine.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Orders were shortly after given to continue the ascent, and in a sufficiently brief space of time, we had mounted above the belt of dark clouds, which were now drifting along the mountain-side beneath us, into a fresh and warm sunshine.

an instance of oratory

From this reading SCOUTING AND ITS RESULTS--CAUGHT NAPPING--FRANTIC WITH TERROR--"WHO HAVE BEEN TRIMMED SO NEATLY"--MY FAT FRIEND IN A PICKLE--PERSPIRATION AND BULLETS--THE REQUEST TO "SWAP" TREES--VIRTUE ITS OWN REWARD--HIGH TREASON TO UNCLE SAM--GOING OUT FOR GAME--AN UNPLEASANT MEETING--THE TUSSLE FOR LIFE--PUTTING AN END TO AN ORATION--"A TUFF 'UN."

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 Orders were shortly after given to continue the ascent, and in a sufficiently brief space of time, we had mounted above the belt of dark clouds, which were now drifting along the mountain-side beneath us, into a fresh and warm sunshine.

belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading The revulsion in our feelings was almost instantaneous.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading SCOUTING AND ITS RESULTS--CAUGHT NAPPING--FRANTIC WITH TERROR--"WHO HAVE BEEN TRIMMED SO NEATLY"--MY FAT FRIEND IN A PICKLE--PERSPIRATION AND BULLETS--THE REQUEST TO "SWAP" TREES--VIRTUE ITS OWN REWARD--HIGH TREASON TO UNCLE SAM--GOING OUT FOR GAME--AN UNPLEASANT MEETING--THE TUSSLE FOR LIFE--PUTTING AN END TO AN ORATION--"A TUFF 'UN."

have ownership or possession of

From this reading SCOUTING AND ITS RESULTS--CAUGHT NAPPING--FRANTIC WITH TERROR--"WHO HAVE BEEN TRIMMED SO NEATLY"--MY FAT FRIEND IN A PICKLE--PERSPIRATION AND BULLETS--THE REQUEST TO "SWAP" TREES--VIRTUE ITS OWN REWARD--HIGH TREASON TO UNCLE SAM--GOING OUT FOR GAME--AN UNPLEASANT MEETING--THE TUSSLE FOR LIFE--PUTTING AN END TO AN ORATION--"A TUFF 'UN."

salty fluid secreted by sweat glands

From this reading SCOUTING AND ITS RESULTS--CAUGHT NAPPING--FRANTIC WITH TERROR--"WHO HAVE BEEN TRIMMED SO NEATLY"--MY FAT FRIEND IN A PICKLE--PERSPIRATION AND BULLETS--THE REQUEST TO "SWAP" TREES--VIRTUE ITS OWN REWARD--HIGH TREASON TO UNCLE SAM--GOING OUT FOR GAME--AN UNPLEASANT MEETING--THE TUSSLE FOR LIFE--PUTTING AN END TO AN ORATION--"A TUFF 'UN."

vegetables (especially cucumbers) preserved in brine or vinegar

From this reading SCOUTING AND ITS RESULTS--CAUGHT NAPPING--FRANTIC WITH TERROR--"WHO HAVE BEEN TRIMMED SO NEATLY"--MY FAT FRIEND IN A PICKLE--PERSPIRATION AND BULLETS--THE REQUEST TO "SWAP" TREES--VIRTUE ITS OWN REWARD--HIGH TREASON TO UNCLE SAM--GOING OUT FOR GAME--AN UNPLEASANT MEETING--THE TUSSLE FOR LIFE--PUTTING AN END TO AN ORATION--"A TUFF 'UN."

hitting a golf ball that is on the green using a putter

From this reading SCOUTING AND ITS RESULTS--CAUGHT NAPPING--FRANTIC WITH TERROR--"WHO HAVE BEEN TRIMMED SO NEATLY"--MY FAT FRIEND IN A PICKLE--PERSPIRATION AND BULLETS--THE REQUEST TO "SWAP" TREES--VIRTUE ITS OWN REWARD--HIGH TREASON TO UNCLE SAM--GOING OUT FOR GAME--AN UNPLEASANT MEETING--THE TUSSLE FOR LIFE--PUTTING AN END TO AN ORATION--"A TUFF 'UN."

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

From this reading Those who had quaked before, were now inclined to jeer at their own fright.

express the need or desire for

From this reading SCOUTING AND ITS RESULTS--CAUGHT NAPPING--FRANTIC WITH TERROR--"WHO HAVE BEEN TRIMMED SO NEATLY"--MY FAT FRIEND IN A PICKLE--PERSPIRATION AND BULLETS--THE REQUEST TO "SWAP" TREES--VIRTUE ITS OWN REWARD--HIGH TREASON TO UNCLE SAM--GOING OUT FOR GAME--AN UNPLEASANT MEETING--THE TUSSLE FOR LIFE--PUTTING AN END TO AN ORATION--"A TUFF 'UN."

plural of “result” — a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon

From this reading SCOUTING AND ITS RESULTS--CAUGHT NAPPING--FRANTIC WITH TERROR--"WHO HAVE BEEN TRIMMED SO NEATLY"--MY FAT FRIEND IN A PICKLE--PERSPIRATION AND BULLETS--THE REQUEST TO "SWAP" TREES--VIRTUE ITS OWN REWARD--HIGH TREASON TO UNCLE SAM--GOING OUT FOR GAME--AN UNPLEASANT MEETING--THE TUSSLE FOR LIFE--PUTTING AN END TO AN ORATION--"A TUFF 'UN."

intense aversion

From this reading The revulsion in our feelings was almost instantaneous.

a recompense for worthy acts or retribution for wrongdoing

From this reading SCOUTING AND ITS RESULTS--CAUGHT NAPPING--FRANTIC WITH TERROR--"WHO HAVE BEEN TRIMMED SO NEATLY"--MY FAT FRIEND IN A PICKLE--PERSPIRATION AND BULLETS--THE REQUEST TO "SWAP" TREES--VIRTUE ITS OWN REWARD--HIGH TREASON TO UNCLE SAM--GOING OUT FOR GAME--AN UNPLEASANT MEETING--THE TUSSLE FOR LIFE--PUTTING AN END TO AN ORATION--"A TUFF 'UN."

a guided missile fired from land or shipboard against an airborne target

From this reading SCOUTING AND ITS RESULTS--CAUGHT NAPPING--FRANTIC WITH TERROR--"WHO HAVE BEEN TRIMMED SO NEATLY"--MY FAT FRIEND IN A PICKLE--PERSPIRATION AND BULLETS--THE REQUEST TO "SWAP" TREES--VIRTUE ITS OWN REWARD--HIGH TREASON TO UNCLE SAM--GOING OUT FOR GAME--AN UNPLEASANT MEETING--THE TUSSLE FOR LIFE--PUTTING AN END TO AN ORATION--"A TUFF 'UN."

exploring in order to gain information

From this reading SCOUTING AND ITS RESULTS--CAUGHT NAPPING--FRANTIC WITH TERROR--"WHO HAVE BEEN TRIMMED SO NEATLY"--MY FAT FRIEND IN A PICKLE--PERSPIRATION AND BULLETS--THE REQUEST TO "SWAP" TREES--VIRTUE ITS OWN REWARD--HIGH TREASON TO UNCLE SAM--GOING OUT FOR GAME--AN UNPLEASANT MEETING--THE TUSSLE FOR LIFE--PUTTING AN END TO AN ORATION--"A TUFF 'UN."

for a short time

From this reading Orders were shortly after given to continue the ascent, and in a sufficiently brief space of time, we had mounted above the belt of dark clouds, which were now drifting along the mountain-side beneath us, into a fresh and warm sunshine.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading SCOUTING AND ITS RESULTS--CAUGHT NAPPING--FRANTIC WITH TERROR--"WHO HAVE BEEN TRIMMED SO NEATLY"--MY FAT FRIEND IN A PICKLE--PERSPIRATION AND BULLETS--THE REQUEST TO "SWAP" TREES--VIRTUE ITS OWN REWARD--HIGH TREASON TO UNCLE SAM--GOING OUT FOR GAME--AN UNPLEASANT MEETING--THE TUSSLE FOR LIFE--PUTTING AN END TO AN ORATION--"A TUFF 'UN."

the unlimited expanse in which everything is located

From this reading Orders were shortly after given to continue the ascent, and in a sufficiently brief space of time, we had mounted above the belt of dark clouds, which were now drifting along the mountain-side beneath us, into a fresh and warm sunshine.

to a sufficient degree

From this reading Orders were shortly after given to continue the ascent, and in a sufficiently brief space of time, we had mounted above the belt of dark clouds, which were now drifting along the mountain-side beneath us, into a fresh and warm sunshine.

the rays of the sun

From this reading Orders were shortly after given to continue the ascent, and in a sufficiently brief space of time, we had mounted above the belt of dark clouds, which were now drifting along the mountain-side beneath us, into a fresh and warm sunshine.

exchange or give (something) in exchange for

From this reading SCOUTING AND ITS RESULTS--CAUGHT NAPPING--FRANTIC WITH TERROR--"WHO HAVE BEEN TRIMMED SO NEATLY"--MY FAT FRIEND IN A PICKLE--PERSPIRATION AND BULLETS--THE REQUEST TO "SWAP" TREES--VIRTUE ITS OWN REWARD--HIGH TREASON TO UNCLE SAM--GOING OUT FOR GAME--AN UNPLEASANT MEETING--THE TUSSLE FOR LIFE--PUTTING AN END TO AN ORATION--"A TUFF 'UN."

an overwhelming feeling of fear and anxiety

From this reading SCOUTING AND ITS RESULTS--CAUGHT NAPPING--FRANTIC WITH TERROR--"WHO HAVE BEEN TRIMMED SO NEATLY"--MY FAT FRIEND IN A PICKLE--PERSPIRATION AND BULLETS--THE REQUEST TO "SWAP" TREES--VIRTUE ITS OWN REWARD--HIGH TREASON TO UNCLE SAM--GOING OUT FOR GAME--AN UNPLEASANT MEETING--THE TUSSLE FOR LIFE--PUTTING AN END TO AN ORATION--"A TUFF 'UN."

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Lips that had been whitened with terror were now actually laughing.

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

From this reading SCOUTING AND ITS RESULTS--CAUGHT NAPPING--FRANTIC WITH TERROR--"WHO HAVE BEEN TRIMMED SO NEATLY"--MY FAT FRIEND IN A PICKLE--PERSPIRATION AND BULLETS--THE REQUEST TO "SWAP" TREES--VIRTUE ITS OWN REWARD--HIGH TREASON TO UNCLE SAM--GOING OUT FOR GAME--AN UNPLEASANT MEETING--THE TUSSLE FOR LIFE--PUTTING AN END TO AN ORATION--"A TUFF 'UN."

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Those who had quaked before, were now inclined to jeer at their own fright.

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

From this reading Those who had quaked before, were now inclined to jeer at their own fright.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading Orders were shortly after given to continue the ascent, and in a sufficiently brief space of time, we had mounted above the belt of dark clouds, which were now drifting along the mountain-side beneath us, into a fresh and warm sunshine.

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

From this reading SCOUTING AND ITS RESULTS--CAUGHT NAPPING--FRANTIC WITH TERROR--"WHO HAVE BEEN TRIMMED SO NEATLY"--MY FAT FRIEND IN A PICKLE--PERSPIRATION AND BULLETS--THE REQUEST TO "SWAP" TREES--VIRTUE ITS OWN REWARD--HIGH TREASON TO UNCLE SAM--GOING OUT FOR GAME--AN UNPLEASANT MEETING--THE TUSSLE FOR LIFE--PUTTING AN END TO AN ORATION--"A TUFF 'UN."

a crime that undermines the offender's government

From this reading SCOUTING AND ITS RESULTS--CAUGHT NAPPING--FRANTIC WITH TERROR--"WHO HAVE BEEN TRIMMED SO NEATLY"--MY FAT FRIEND IN A PICKLE--PERSPIRATION AND BULLETS--THE REQUEST TO "SWAP" TREES--VIRTUE ITS OWN REWARD--HIGH TREASON TO UNCLE SAM--GOING OUT FOR GAME--AN UNPLEASANT MEETING--THE TUSSLE FOR LIFE--PUTTING AN END TO AN ORATION--"A TUFF 'UN."

plural of “tree” — a tall perennial woody plant having a main trunk and branches forming a distinct elevated crown; includes both gymnosperms and angiosperms

From this reading SCOUTING AND ITS RESULTS--CAUGHT NAPPING--FRANTIC WITH TERROR--"WHO HAVE BEEN TRIMMED SO NEATLY"--MY FAT FRIEND IN A PICKLE--PERSPIRATION AND BULLETS--THE REQUEST TO "SWAP" TREES--VIRTUE ITS OWN REWARD--HIGH TREASON TO UNCLE SAM--GOING OUT FOR GAME--AN UNPLEASANT MEETING--THE TUSSLE FOR LIFE--PUTTING AN END TO AN ORATION--"A TUFF 'UN."

made neat and tidy by trimming

From this reading SCOUTING AND ITS RESULTS--CAUGHT NAPPING--FRANTIC WITH TERROR--"WHO HAVE BEEN TRIMMED SO NEATLY"--MY FAT FRIEND IN A PICKLE--PERSPIRATION AND BULLETS--THE REQUEST TO "SWAP" TREES--VIRTUE ITS OWN REWARD--HIGH TREASON TO UNCLE SAM--GOING OUT FOR GAME--AN UNPLEASANT MEETING--THE TUSSLE FOR LIFE--PUTTING AN END TO AN ORATION--"A TUFF 'UN."

hard volcanic rock composed of compacted volcanic ash

From this reading SCOUTING AND ITS RESULTS--CAUGHT NAPPING--FRANTIC WITH TERROR--"WHO HAVE BEEN TRIMMED SO NEATLY"--MY FAT FRIEND IN A PICKLE--PERSPIRATION AND BULLETS--THE REQUEST TO "SWAP" TREES--VIRTUE ITS OWN REWARD--HIGH TREASON TO UNCLE SAM--GOING OUT FOR GAME--AN UNPLEASANT MEETING--THE TUSSLE FOR LIFE--PUTTING AN END TO AN ORATION--"A TUFF 'UN."

fight or struggle in a confused way at close quarters

From this reading SCOUTING AND ITS RESULTS--CAUGHT NAPPING--FRANTIC WITH TERROR--"WHO HAVE BEEN TRIMMED SO NEATLY"--MY FAT FRIEND IN A PICKLE--PERSPIRATION AND BULLETS--THE REQUEST TO "SWAP" TREES--VIRTUE ITS OWN REWARD--HIGH TREASON TO UNCLE SAM--GOING OUT FOR GAME--AN UNPLEASANT MEETING--THE TUSSLE FOR LIFE--PUTTING AN END TO AN ORATION--"A TUFF 'UN."

an organization of independent states formed in 1945 to promote international peace and security

From this reading SCOUTING AND ITS RESULTS--CAUGHT NAPPING--FRANTIC WITH TERROR--"WHO HAVE BEEN TRIMMED SO NEATLY"--MY FAT FRIEND IN A PICKLE--PERSPIRATION AND BULLETS--THE REQUEST TO "SWAP" TREES--VIRTUE ITS OWN REWARD--HIGH TREASON TO UNCLE SAM--GOING OUT FOR GAME--AN UNPLEASANT MEETING--THE TUSSLE FOR LIFE--PUTTING AN END TO AN ORATION--"A TUFF 'UN."

the brother of your father or mother; the husband of your aunt

From this reading SCOUTING AND ITS RESULTS--CAUGHT NAPPING--FRANTIC WITH TERROR--"WHO HAVE BEEN TRIMMED SO NEATLY"--MY FAT FRIEND IN A PICKLE--PERSPIRATION AND BULLETS--THE REQUEST TO "SWAP" TREES--VIRTUE ITS OWN REWARD--HIGH TREASON TO UNCLE SAM--GOING OUT FOR GAME--AN UNPLEASANT MEETING--THE TUSSLE FOR LIFE--PUTTING AN END TO AN ORATION--"A TUFF 'UN."

offensive or disagreeable; causing discomfort or unhappiness

From this reading SCOUTING AND ITS RESULTS--CAUGHT NAPPING--FRANTIC WITH TERROR--"WHO HAVE BEEN TRIMMED SO NEATLY"--MY FAT FRIEND IN A PICKLE--PERSPIRATION AND BULLETS--THE REQUEST TO "SWAP" TREES--VIRTUE ITS OWN REWARD--HIGH TREASON TO UNCLE SAM--GOING OUT FOR GAME--AN UNPLEASANT MEETING--THE TUSSLE FOR LIFE--PUTTING AN END TO AN ORATION--"A TUFF 'UN."

the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading Orders were shortly after given to continue the ascent, and in a sufficiently brief space of time, we had mounted above the belt of dark clouds, which were now drifting along the mountain-side beneath us, into a fresh and warm sunshine.

Moral excellence and goodness of character; the highest human attainment in Stoic philosophy.

From this reading SCOUTING AND ITS RESULTS--CAUGHT NAPPING--FRANTIC WITH TERROR--"WHO HAVE BEEN TRIMMED SO NEATLY"--MY FAT FRIEND IN A PICKLE--PERSPIRATION AND BULLETS--THE REQUEST TO "SWAP" TREES--VIRTUE ITS OWN REWARD--HIGH TREASON TO UNCLE SAM--GOING OUT FOR GAME--AN UNPLEASANT MEETING--THE TUSSLE FOR LIFE--PUTTING AN END TO AN ORATION--"A TUFF 'UN."

having or producing a comfortable and agreeable degree of heat or imparting or maintaining heat

From this reading Orders were shortly after given to continue the ascent, and in a sufficiently brief space of time, we had mounted above the belt of dark clouds, which were now drifting along the mountain-side beneath us, into a fresh and warm sunshine.

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

From this reading The revulsion in our feelings was almost instantaneous.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading Orders were shortly after given to continue the ascent, and in a sufficiently brief space of time, we had mounted above the belt of dark clouds, which were now drifting along the mountain-side beneath us, into a fresh and warm sunshine.

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

From this reading Orders were shortly after given to continue the ascent, and in a sufficiently brief space of time, we had mounted above the belt of dark clouds, which were now drifting along the mountain-side beneath us, into a fresh and warm sunshine.

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

From this reading Orders were shortly after given to continue the ascent, and in a sufficiently brief space of time, we had mounted above the belt of dark clouds, which were now drifting along the mountain-side beneath us, into a fresh and warm sunshine.

(of hair) having lost its color

From this reading Lips that had been whitened with terror were now actually laughing.

which person or people

From this reading SCOUTING AND ITS RESULTS--CAUGHT NAPPING--FRANTIC WITH TERROR--"WHO HAVE BEEN TRIMMED SO NEATLY"--MY FAT FRIEND IN A PICKLE--PERSPIRATION AND BULLETS--THE REQUEST TO "SWAP" TREES--VIRTUE ITS OWN REWARD--HIGH TREASON TO UNCLE SAM--GOING OUT FOR GAME--AN UNPLEASANT MEETING--THE TUSSLE FOR LIFE--PUTTING AN END TO AN ORATION--"A TUFF 'UN."

in the company of; together with

From this reading SCOUTING AND ITS RESULTS--CAUGHT NAPPING--FRANTIC WITH TERROR--"WHO HAVE BEEN TRIMMED SO NEATLY"--MY FAT FRIEND IN A PICKLE--PERSPIRATION AND BULLETS--THE REQUEST TO "SWAP" TREES--VIRTUE ITS OWN REWARD--HIGH TREASON TO UNCLE SAM--GOING OUT FOR GAME--AN UNPLEASANT MEETING--THE TUSSLE FOR LIFE--PUTTING AN END TO AN ORATION--"A TUFF 'UN."