something done (usually as opposed to something said)
From this reading Clifford and Ernie Hunter, the leader of the patrol, although amazed beyond description, realized that this appeal for assistance was no idle one, and it was up to them to do something quickly or action on their part might soon be too late.
(of mail) marked with a destination
From this reading Marion's plea for aid did not reach Clifford and the other Boy Scouts to whom it was addressed without interruption.
a vaguely specified concern
From this reading "You boys take care of the men in front, and Clif and I will settle this affair back here," Ernie shouted.
a person or thing that is a resource that helps make something easier or possible to do
From this reading Marion's plea for aid did not reach Clifford and the other Boy Scouts to whom it was addressed without interruption.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading Clifford and Ernie Hunter, the leader of the patrol, although amazed beyond description, realized that this appeal for assistance was no idle one, and it was up to them to do something quickly or action on their part might soon be too late.
amazedadjectiveUS /əˈmeɪzd/
filled with the emotional impact of overwhelming surprise or shock
From this reading Clifford and Ernie Hunter, the leader of the patrol, although amazed beyond description, realized that this appeal for assistance was no idle one, and it was up to them to do something quickly or action on their part might soon be too late.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Marion's plea for aid did not reach Clifford and the other Boy Scouts to whom it was addressed without interruption.
take a court case to a higher court for review
From this reading Clifford and Ernie Hunter, the leader of the patrol, although amazed beyond description, realized that this appeal for assistance was no idle one, and it was up to them to do something quickly or action on their part might soon be too late.
the activity of contributing to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose
From this reading Clifford and Ernie Hunter, the leader of the patrol, although amazed beyond description, realized that this appeal for assistance was no idle one, and it was up to them to do something quickly or action on their part might soon be too late.
in or to or toward a former location
From this reading "You boys take care of the men in front, and Clif and I will settle this affair back here," Ernie shouted.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Clifford and Ernie Hunter, the leader of the patrol, although amazed beyond description, realized that this appeal for assistance was no idle one, and it was up to them to do something quickly or action on their part might soon be too late.
on the far side of; further than
From this reading Clifford and Ernie Hunter, the leader of the patrol, although amazed beyond description, realized that this appeal for assistance was no idle one, and it was up to them to do something quickly or action on their part might soon be too late.
a youthful male person
From this reading Marion's plea for aid did not reach Clifford and the other Boy Scouts to whom it was addressed without interruption.
plural of “boy” — a youthful male person
From this reading "You boys take care of the men in front, and Clif and I will settle this affair back here," Ernie shouted.
inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading The latter half of it came in jerked and disjointed phrases, and the tone of utterance was one of extreme fear and distress.
the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something
From this reading "You boys take care of the men in front, and Clif and I will settle this affair back here," Ernie shouted.
Clif
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From this reading "You boys take care of the men in front, and Clif and I will settle this affair back here," Ernie shouted.
Clifford
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From this reading Marion's plea for aid did not reach Clifford and the other Boy Scouts to whom it was addressed without interruption.
a statement that represents something in words
From this reading Clifford and Ernie Hunter, the leader of the patrol, although amazed beyond description, realized that this appeal for assistance was no idle one, and it was up to them to do something quickly or action on their part might soon be too late.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading Marion's plea for aid did not reach Clifford and the other Boy Scouts to whom it was addressed without interruption.
disjointedadjectiveUS /dɪsˈdʒɔɪntɪd/
lacking orderly continuity
From this reading The latter half of it came in jerked and disjointed phrases, and the tone of utterance was one of extreme fear and distress.
psychological suffering
From this reading The latter half of it came in jerked and disjointed phrases, and the tone of utterance was one of extreme fear and distress.
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading Clifford and Ernie Hunter, the leader of the patrol, although amazed beyond description, realized that this appeal for assistance was no idle one, and it was up to them to do something quickly or action on their part might soon be too late.
Ernie
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Clifford and Ernie Hunter, the leader of the patrol, although amazed beyond description, realized that this appeal for assistance was no idle one, and it was up to them to do something quickly or action on their part might soon be too late.
of the greatest possible degree or extent or intensity
From this reading The latter half of it came in jerked and disjointed phrases, and the tone of utterance was one of extreme fear and distress.
be afraid or feel anxious or apprehensive about a possible or probable situation or event
From this reading The latter half of it came in jerked and disjointed phrases, and the tone of utterance was one of extreme fear and distress.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Marion's plea for aid did not reach Clifford and the other Boy Scouts to whom it was addressed without interruption.
the side that is forward or prominent
From this reading "You boys take care of the men in front, and Clif and I will settle this affair back here," Ernie shouted.
plural of “girl” — a young female
From this reading THIRTEEN GIRLS IN THE MOUNTAINS.
consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity
From this reading The latter half of it came in jerked and disjointed phrases, and the tone of utterance was one of extreme fear and distress.
in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is
From this reading "You boys take care of the men in front, and Clif and I will settle this affair back here," Ernie shouted.
HunternounUS /ˈhʌntər/
someone who hunts game
From this reading Clifford and Ernie Hunter, the leader of the patrol, although amazed beyond description, realized that this appeal for assistance was no idle one, and it was up to them to do something quickly or action on their part might soon be too late.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading "You boys take care of the men in front, and Clif and I will settle this affair back here," Ernie shouted.
not in action or at work
From this reading Clifford and Ernie Hunter, the leader of the patrol, although amazed beyond description, realized that this appeal for assistance was no idle one, and it was up to them to do something quickly or action on their part might soon be too late.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading THIRTEEN GIRLS IN THE MOUNTAINS.
interruptionnounUS /ˌɪntərˈʌpʃən/
an act of delaying or interrupting the continuity
From this reading Marion's plea for aid did not reach Clifford and the other Boy Scouts to whom it was addressed without interruption.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Marion's plea for aid did not reach Clifford and the other Boy Scouts to whom it was addressed without interruption.
jerkedverbUS /dʒɜːrkt/
past form of “jerk” — pull, or move with a sudden movement
From this reading The latter half of it came in jerked and disjointed phrases, and the tone of utterance was one of extreme fear and distress.
being or occurring at an advanced period of time or after a usual or expected time
From this reading Clifford and Ernie Hunter, the leader of the patrol, although amazed beyond description, realized that this appeal for assistance was no idle one, and it was up to them to do something quickly or action on their part might soon be too late.
referring to the second of two things or persons mentioned (or the last one or ones of several)
From this reading The latter half of it came in jerked and disjointed phrases, and the tone of utterance was one of extreme fear and distress.
a person who rules or guides or inspires others
From this reading Clifford and Ernie Hunter, the leader of the patrol, although amazed beyond description, realized that this appeal for assistance was no idle one, and it was up to them to do something quickly or action on their part might soon be too late.
Marion's
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Marion's plea for aid did not reach Clifford and the other Boy Scouts to whom it was addressed without interruption.
the force of workers available
From this reading "You boys take care of the men in front, and Clif and I will settle this affair back here," Ernie shouted.
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading Clifford and Ernie Hunter, the leader of the patrol, although amazed beyond description, realized that this appeal for assistance was no idle one, and it was up to them to do something quickly or action on their part might soon be too late.
plural of “mountain” — a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill
From this reading THIRTEEN GIRLS IN THE MOUNTAINS.
not any; not one
From this reading Clifford and Ernie Hunter, the leader of the patrol, although amazed beyond description, realized that this appeal for assistance was no idle one, and it was up to them to do something quickly or action on their part might soon be too late.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Marion's plea for aid did not reach Clifford and the other Boy Scouts to whom it was addressed without interruption.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading The latter half of it came in jerked and disjointed phrases, and the tone of utterance was one of extreme fear and distress.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Clifford and Ernie Hunter, the leader of the patrol, although amazed beyond description, realized that this appeal for assistance was no idle one, and it was up to them to do something quickly or action on their part might soon be too late.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading The latter half of it came in jerked and disjointed phrases, and the tone of utterance was one of extreme fear and distress.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading Clifford and Ernie Hunter, the leader of the patrol, although amazed beyond description, realized that this appeal for assistance was no idle one, and it was up to them to do something quickly or action on their part might soon be too late.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading Marion's plea for aid did not reach Clifford and the other Boy Scouts to whom it was addressed without interruption.
something determined in relation to something that includes it
From this reading Clifford and Ernie Hunter, the leader of the patrol, although amazed beyond description, realized that this appeal for assistance was no idle one, and it was up to them to do something quickly or action on their part might soon be too late.
patrolnounUS /pəˈtroʊl/
a detachment used for security or reconnaissance
From this reading Clifford and Ernie Hunter, the leader of the patrol, although amazed beyond description, realized that this appeal for assistance was no idle one, and it was up to them to do something quickly or action on their part might soon be too late.
phrasesnounUS /ˈfreɪzəz/
plural of “phrase” — an expression consisting of one or more words forming a grammatical constituent of a sentence
From this reading The latter half of it came in jerked and disjointed phrases, and the tone of utterance was one of extreme fear and distress.
pleanounUS /pliː/
a humble request for help from someone in authority
From this reading Marion's plea for aid did not reach Clifford and the other Boy Scouts to whom it was addressed without interruption.
with speed
From this reading Clifford and Ernie Hunter, the leader of the patrol, although amazed beyond description, realized that this appeal for assistance was no idle one, and it was up to them to do something quickly or action on their part might soon be too late.
reach a destination, either real or abstract
From this reading Marion's plea for aid did not reach Clifford and the other Boy Scouts to whom it was addressed without interruption.
successfully completed or brought to an end
From this reading Clifford and Ernie Hunter, the leader of the patrol, although amazed beyond description, realized that this appeal for assistance was no idle one, and it was up to them to do something quickly or action on their part might soon be too late.
ScoutsnounUS /skaʊts/
plural of “scout” — a person employed to keep watch for some anticipated event
From this reading Marion's plea for aid did not reach Clifford and the other Boy Scouts to whom it was addressed without interruption.
settle into a position, usually on a surface or ground
From this reading "You boys take care of the men in front, and Clif and I will settle this affair back here," Ernie shouted.
in a vehement outcry
From this reading "You boys take care of the men in front, and Clif and I will settle this affair back here," Ernie shouted.
a thing, without saying which
From this reading Clifford and Ernie Hunter, the leader of the patrol, although amazed beyond description, realized that this appeal for assistance was no idle one, and it was up to them to do something quickly or action on their part might soon be too late.
in the near future
From this reading Clifford and Ernie Hunter, the leader of the patrol, although amazed beyond description, realized that this appeal for assistance was no idle one, and it was up to them to do something quickly or action on their part might soon be too late.
carry out
From this reading "You boys take care of the men in front, and Clif and I will settle this affair back here," Ernie shouted.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Clifford and Ernie Hunter, the leader of the patrol, although amazed beyond description, realized that this appeal for assistance was no idle one, and it was up to them to do something quickly or action on their part might soon be too late.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THIRTEEN GIRLS IN THE MOUNTAINS.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading Clifford and Ernie Hunter, the leader of the patrol, although amazed beyond description, realized that this appeal for assistance was no idle one, and it was up to them to do something quickly or action on their part might soon be too late.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading Clifford and Ernie Hunter, the leader of the patrol, although amazed beyond description, realized that this appeal for assistance was no idle one, and it was up to them to do something quickly or action on their part might soon be too late.
THIRTEENnounUS /ˈθɜːrˈtiːn/
the cardinal number that is the sum of twelve and one
From this reading THIRTEEN GIRLS IN THE MOUNTAINS.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading Clifford and Ernie Hunter, the leader of the patrol, although amazed beyond description, realized that this appeal for assistance was no idle one, and it was up to them to do something quickly or action on their part might soon be too late.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Marion's plea for aid did not reach Clifford and the other Boy Scouts to whom it was addressed without interruption.
the quality of a person's voice
From this reading The latter half of it came in jerked and disjointed phrases, and the tone of utterance was one of extreme fear and distress.
to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits
From this reading Clifford and Ernie Hunter, the leader of the patrol, although amazed beyond description, realized that this appeal for assistance was no idle one, and it was up to them to do something quickly or action on their part might soon be too late.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading Clifford and Ernie Hunter, the leader of the patrol, although amazed beyond description, realized that this appeal for assistance was no idle one, and it was up to them to do something quickly or action on their part might soon be too late.
utterancenounUS /ˈʌtərəns/
the use of uttered sounds for auditory communication
From this reading The latter half of it came in jerked and disjointed phrases, and the tone of utterance was one of extreme fear and distress.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Marion's plea for aid did not reach Clifford and the other Boy Scouts to whom it was addressed without interruption.
the form of “who” used as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Marion's plea for aid did not reach Clifford and the other Boy Scouts to whom it was addressed without interruption.
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading "You boys take care of the men in front, and Clif and I will settle this affair back here," Ernie shouted.
not having, not using, or not accompanied by
From this reading Marion's plea for aid did not reach Clifford and the other Boy Scouts to whom it was addressed without interruption.
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading "You boys take care of the men in front, and Clif and I will settle this affair back here," Ernie shouted.
