used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading There was but one important measure to deal with in this session of the legislature, but David's penetration into a thorough understanding of each bill, and the patience and sagacity he displayed in settling all disputes, won the approbation of even doubtful and divided factions.
equally
From this reading That same night, in his room at the hotel, as he was packing his belongings, he was waited upon by a delegation composed alike of horny-handed tillers of the soil and distinguished statesmen.
(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class
From this reading There was but one important measure to deal with in this session of the legislature, but David's penetration into a thorough understanding of each bill, and the patience and sagacity he displayed in settling all disputes, won the approbation of even doubtful and divided factions.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading There was but one important measure to deal with in this session of the legislature, but David's penetration into a thorough understanding of each bill, and the patience and sagacity he displayed in settling all disputes, won the approbation of even doubtful and divided factions.
approbationnounUS /ˌæprəˈbeɪʃən/
official approval
From this reading There was but one important measure to deal with in this session of the legislature, but David's penetration into a thorough understanding of each bill, and the patience and sagacity he displayed in settling all disputes, won the approbation of even doubtful and divided factions.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading "We come, David," said the spokesman, who had been chairman of the county convention, "to say that you are our choice for the next governor of this state, and in saying this we know we are echoing the sentiment of the Republican party.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading That same night, in his room at the hotel, as he was packing his belongings, he was waited upon by a delegation composed alike of horny-handed tillers of the soil and distinguished statesmen.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading At the close of the session, early in May, he was presented with a set of embossed resolutions commending his fulfillment of his duties.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading "We come, David," said the spokesman, who had been chairman of the county convention, "to say that you are our choice for the next governor of this state, and in saying this we know we are echoing the sentiment of the Republican party.
belongingsnounUS /bɪˈlɔːŋɪŋz/
something owned; any tangible or intangible possession that is owned by someone
From this reading That same night, in his room at the hotel, as he was packing his belongings, he was waited upon by a delegation composed alike of horny-handed tillers of the soil and distinguished statesmen.
a statute in draft before it becomes law
From this reading There was but one important measure to deal with in this session of the legislature, but David's penetration into a thorough understanding of each bill, and the patience and sagacity he displayed in settling all disputes, won the approbation of even doubtful and divided factions.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading There was but one important measure to deal with in this session of the legislature, but David's penetration into a thorough understanding of each bill, and the patience and sagacity he displayed in settling all disputes, won the approbation of even doubtful and divided factions.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading That same night, in his room at the hotel, as he was packing his belongings, he was waited upon by a delegation composed alike of horny-handed tillers of the soil and distinguished statesmen.
chairmannounUS /ˈtʃermən/
the officer who presides at the meetings of an organization
From this reading "We come, David," said the spokesman, who had been chairman of the county convention, "to say that you are our choice for the next governor of this state, and in saying this we know we are echoing the sentiment of the Republican party.
the person or thing chosen or selected
From this reading "We come, David," said the spokesman, who had been chairman of the county convention, "to say that you are our choice for the next governor of this state, and in saying this we know we are echoing the sentiment of the Republican party.
at or within a short distance in space or time or having elements near each other
From this reading At the close of the session, early in May, he was presented with a set of embossed resolutions commending his fulfillment of his duties.
move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading "We come, David," said the spokesman, who had been chairman of the county convention, "to say that you are our choice for the next governor of this state, and in saying this we know we are echoing the sentiment of the Republican party.
commendingverbUS /kəˈmendɪŋ/
-ing form of “commend” — express approval of
From this reading At the close of the session, early in May, he was presented with a set of embossed resolutions commending his fulfillment of his duties.
serenely self-possessed and free from agitation especially in times of stress
From this reading That same night, in his room at the hotel, as he was packing his belongings, he was waited upon by a delegation composed alike of horny-handed tillers of the soil and distinguished statesmen.
conventionnounUS /kənˈvenʃən/
a large formal assembly
From this reading "We come, David," said the spokesman, who had been chairman of the county convention, "to say that you are our choice for the next governor of this state, and in saying this we know we are echoing the sentiment of the Republican party.
(United Kingdom) a region created by territorial division for the purpose of local government
From this reading "We come, David," said the spokesman, who had been chairman of the county convention, "to say that you are our choice for the next governor of this state, and in saying this we know we are echoing the sentiment of the Republican party.
patron saint of Wales (circa 520-600)
From this reading "We come, David," said the spokesman, who had been chairman of the county convention, "to say that you are our choice for the next governor of this state, and in saying this we know we are echoing the sentiment of the Republican party.
David'snounUS /ˈdeɪvɪdz/
possessive form of “david” — patron saint of Wales (circa 520-600)
From this reading There was but one important measure to deal with in this session of the legislature, but David's penetration into a thorough understanding of each bill, and the patience and sagacity he displayed in settling all disputes, won the approbation of even doubtful and divided factions.
act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression
From this reading There was but one important measure to deal with in this session of the legislature, but David's penetration into a thorough understanding of each bill, and the patience and sagacity he displayed in settling all disputes, won the approbation of even doubtful and divided factions.
delegationnounUS /ˌdeləˈɡeɪʃən/
a group of representatives or delegates
From this reading That same night, in his room at the hotel, as he was packing his belongings, he was waited upon by a delegation composed alike of horny-handed tillers of the soil and distinguished statesmen.
displayedverbUS /dɪˈspleɪd/
past form of “display” — to show, make visible or apparent
From this reading There was but one important measure to deal with in this session of the legislature, but David's penetration into a thorough understanding of each bill, and the patience and sagacity he displayed in settling all disputes, won the approbation of even doubtful and divided factions.
disputesnounUS /dɪsˈpjuːts/
plural of “dispute” — a disagreement or argument about something important
From this reading There was but one important measure to deal with in this session of the legislature, but David's penetration into a thorough understanding of each bill, and the patience and sagacity he displayed in settling all disputes, won the approbation of even doubtful and divided factions.
(used of persons) standing above others in character or attainment or reputation
From this reading That same night, in his room at the hotel, as he was packing his belongings, he was waited upon by a delegation composed alike of horny-handed tillers of the soil and distinguished statesmen.
separated into parts or pieces
From this reading There was but one important measure to deal with in this session of the legislature, but David's penetration into a thorough understanding of each bill, and the patience and sagacity he displayed in settling all disputes, won the approbation of even doubtful and divided factions.
doubtfuladjectiveUS /ˈdaʊtfəl/
open to doubt or suspicion
From this reading There was but one important measure to deal with in this session of the legislature, but David's penetration into a thorough understanding of each bill, and the patience and sagacity he displayed in settling all disputes, won the approbation of even doubtful and divided factions.
plural of “duty” — the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force
From this reading At the close of the session, early in May, he was presented with a set of embossed resolutions commending his fulfillment of his duties.
every one of two or more people or things, taken separately
From this reading There was but one important measure to deal with in this session of the legislature, but David's penetration into a thorough understanding of each bill, and the patience and sagacity he displayed in settling all disputes, won the approbation of even doubtful and divided factions.
earlyadjectiveUS /ˈɜːrli/
at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time
From this reading At the close of the session, early in May, he was presented with a set of embossed resolutions commending his fulfillment of his duties.
ebbingnounUS /ˈebɪŋ/
a gradual decline (in size or strength or power or number)
From this reading He flashed a new fire of life into the ebbing enthusiasm of his followers, whom he had led to victory on the Griggs Bill.
echoingadjectiveUS /ˈekoʊɪŋ/
(of sounds) repeating by reflection
From this reading "We come, David," said the spokesman, who had been chairman of the county convention, "to say that you are our choice for the next governor of this state, and in saying this we know we are echoing the sentiment of the Republican party.
embossedadjectiveUS /ɪmˈbɔːst/
embellished with a raised pattern created by pressure or embroidery
From this reading At the close of the session, early in May, he was presented with a set of embossed resolutions commending his fulfillment of his duties.
a feeling of excitement
From this reading He flashed a new fire of life into the ebbing enthusiasm of his followers, whom he had led to victory on the Griggs Bill.
divisible by two
From this reading There was but one important measure to deal with in this session of the legislature, but David's penetration into a thorough understanding of each bill, and the patience and sagacity he displayed in settling all disputes, won the approbation of even doubtful and divided factions.
factionsnounUS /ˈfækʃənz/
plural of “faction” — a clique (often secret) that seeks power usually through intrigue
From this reading There was but one important measure to deal with in this session of the legislature, but David's penetration into a thorough understanding of each bill, and the patience and sagacity he displayed in settling all disputes, won the approbation of even doubtful and divided factions.
start firing a weapon
From this reading He flashed a new fire of life into the ebbing enthusiasm of his followers, whom he had led to victory on the Griggs Bill.
past form of “flash” — gleam or glow intermittently
From this reading He flashed a new fire of life into the ebbing enthusiasm of his followers, whom he had led to victory on the Griggs Bill.
followersnounUS /ˈfɑːloʊərz/
a group of followers or enthusiasts
From this reading He flashed a new fire of life into the ebbing enthusiasm of his followers, whom he had led to victory on the Griggs Bill.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading "We come, David," said the spokesman, who had been chairman of the county convention, "to say that you are our choice for the next governor of this state, and in saying this we know we are echoing the sentiment of the Republican party.
fulfillmentnounUS /fʊlˈfɪlmənt/
a feeling of satisfaction at having achieved your desires
From this reading At the close of the session, early in May, he was presented with a set of embossed resolutions commending his fulfillment of his duties.
the head of a state government
From this reading "We come, David," said the spokesman, who had been chairman of the county convention, "to say that you are our choice for the next governor of this state, and in saying this we know we are echoing the sentiment of the Republican party.
Griggs
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From this reading He flashed a new fire of life into the ebbing enthusiasm of his followers, whom he had led to victory on the Griggs Bill.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading He flashed a new fire of life into the ebbing enthusiasm of his followers, whom he had led to victory on the Griggs Bill.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading There was but one important measure to deal with in this session of the legislature, but David's penetration into a thorough understanding of each bill, and the patience and sagacity he displayed in settling all disputes, won the approbation of even doubtful and divided factions.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading He flashed a new fire of life into the ebbing enthusiasm of his followers, whom he had led to victory on the Griggs Bill.
horny-handed
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From this reading That same night, in his room at the hotel, as he was packing his belongings, he was waited upon by a delegation composed alike of horny-handed tillers of the soil and distinguished statesmen.
a building where travelers can pay for lodging and meals and other services
From this reading That same night, in his room at the hotel, as he was packing his belongings, he was waited upon by a delegation composed alike of horny-handed tillers of the soil and distinguished statesmen.
of great significance or value
From this reading There was but one important measure to deal with in this session of the legislature, but David's penetration into a thorough understanding of each bill, and the patience and sagacity he displayed in settling all disputes, won the approbation of even doubtful and divided factions.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading There was but one important measure to deal with in this session of the legislature, but David's penetration into a thorough understanding of each bill, and the patience and sagacity he displayed in settling all disputes, won the approbation of even doubtful and divided factions.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading There was but one important measure to deal with in this session of the legislature, but David's penetration into a thorough understanding of each bill, and the patience and sagacity he displayed in settling all disputes, won the approbation of even doubtful and divided factions.
be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading "We come, David," said the spokesman, who had been chairman of the county convention, "to say that you are our choice for the next governor of this state, and in saying this we know we are echoing the sentiment of the Republican party.
diode such that light emitted at a p-n junction is proportional to the bias current; color depends on the material used
From this reading He flashed a new fire of life into the ebbing enthusiasm of his followers, whom he had led to victory on the Griggs Bill.
legislaturenounUS /ˈledʒəsleɪtʃər/
persons who make or amend or repeal laws
From this reading There was but one important measure to deal with in this session of the legislature, but David's penetration into a thorough understanding of each bill, and the patience and sagacity he displayed in settling all disputes, won the approbation of even doubtful and divided factions.
a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading He flashed a new fire of life into the ebbing enthusiasm of his followers, whom he had led to victory on the Griggs Bill.
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading At the close of the session, early in May, he was presented with a set of embossed resolutions commending his fulfillment of his duties.
any maneuver made as part of progress toward a goal
From this reading There was but one important measure to deal with in this session of the legislature, but David's penetration into a thorough understanding of each bill, and the patience and sagacity he displayed in settling all disputes, won the approbation of even doubtful and divided factions.
not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered
From this reading He flashed a new fire of life into the ebbing enthusiasm of his followers, whom he had led to victory on the Griggs Bill.
immediately following in time or order
From this reading "We come, David," said the spokesman, who had been chairman of the county convention, "to say that you are our choice for the next governor of this state, and in saying this we know we are echoing the sentiment of the Republican party.
the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside
From this reading That same night, in his room at the hotel, as he was packing his belongings, he was waited upon by a delegation composed alike of horny-handed tillers of the soil and distinguished statesmen.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading There was but one important measure to deal with in this session of the legislature, but David's penetration into a thorough understanding of each bill, and the patience and sagacity he displayed in settling all disputes, won the approbation of even doubtful and divided factions.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading He flashed a new fire of life into the ebbing enthusiasm of his followers, whom he had led to victory on the Griggs Bill.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading There was but one important measure to deal with in this session of the legislature, but David's penetration into a thorough understanding of each bill, and the patience and sagacity he displayed in settling all disputes, won the approbation of even doubtful and divided factions.
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading "We come, David," said the spokesman, who had been chairman of the county convention, "to say that you are our choice for the next governor of this state, and in saying this we know we are echoing the sentiment of the Republican party.
packingnounUS /ˈpækɪŋ/
any material used especially to protect something
From this reading That same night, in his room at the hotel, as he was packing his belongings, he was waited upon by a delegation composed alike of horny-handed tillers of the soil and distinguished statesmen.
an organization to gain political power
From this reading "We come, David," said the spokesman, who had been chairman of the county convention, "to say that you are our choice for the next governor of this state, and in saying this we know we are echoing the sentiment of the Republican party.
good-natured tolerance of delay or incompetence
From this reading There was but one important measure to deal with in this session of the legislature, but David's penetration into a thorough understanding of each bill, and the patience and sagacity he displayed in settling all disputes, won the approbation of even doubtful and divided factions.
penetrationnounUS /ˌpenəˈtreɪʃən/
an attack that penetrates into enemy territory
From this reading There was but one important measure to deal with in this session of the legislature, but David's penetration into a thorough understanding of each bill, and the patience and sagacity he displayed in settling all disputes, won the approbation of even doubtful and divided factions.
past form of “present” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading At the close of the session, early in May, he was presented with a set of embossed resolutions commending his fulfillment of his duties.
RepublicannounUS /rɪˈpʌblɪkən/
a member of the Republican Party
From this reading "We come, David," said the spokesman, who had been chairman of the county convention, "to say that you are our choice for the next governor of this state, and in saying this we know we are echoing the sentiment of the Republican party.
resolutionsnounUS /ˌrezəˈluːʃənz/
plural of “resolution” — a formal expression by a meeting; agreed to by a vote
From this reading At the close of the session, early in May, he was presented with a set of embossed resolutions commending his fulfillment of his duties.
an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling
From this reading That same night, in his room at the hotel, as he was packing his belongings, he was waited upon by a delegation composed alike of horny-handed tillers of the soil and distinguished statesmen.
sagacitynounUS /səˈɡæs.ə.t̬i/
The quality of being sagacious; keen wisdom and sound judgment. (Sự minh triết, sự sáng suốt.)
From this reading There was but one important measure to deal with in this session of the legislature, but David's penetration into a thorough understanding of each bill, and the patience and sagacity he displayed in settling all disputes, won the approbation of even doubtful and divided factions.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading "We come, David," said the spokesman, who had been chairman of the county convention, "to say that you are our choice for the next governor of this state, and in saying this we know we are echoing the sentiment of the Republican party.
Identical; not different.
From this reading That same night, in his room at the hotel, as he was packing his belongings, he was waited upon by a delegation composed alike of horny-handed tillers of the soil and distinguished statesmen.
express in words
From this reading "We come, David," said the spokesman, who had been chairman of the county convention, "to say that you are our choice for the next governor of this state, and in saying this we know we are echoing the sentiment of the Republican party.
a word or phrase that particular people use in particular situations
From this reading "We come, David," said the spokesman, who had been chairman of the county convention, "to say that you are our choice for the next governor of this state, and in saying this we know we are echoing the sentiment of the Republican party.
tender, romantic, or nostalgic feeling or emotion
From this reading "We come, David," said the spokesman, who had been chairman of the county convention, "to say that you are our choice for the next governor of this state, and in saying this we know we are echoing the sentiment of the Republican party.
sessionnounUS /ˈseʃən/
a meeting for execution of a group's functions
From this reading There was but one important measure to deal with in this session of the legislature, but David's penetration into a thorough understanding of each bill, and the patience and sagacity he displayed in settling all disputes, won the approbation of even doubtful and divided factions.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading At the close of the session, early in May, he was presented with a set of embossed resolutions commending his fulfillment of his duties.
settlingnounUS /ˈsetəlɪŋ/
a gradual sinking to a lower level
From this reading There was but one important measure to deal with in this session of the legislature, but David's penetration into a thorough understanding of each bill, and the patience and sagacity he displayed in settling all disputes, won the approbation of even doubtful and divided factions.
the state of being covered with unclean things
From this reading That same night, in his room at the hotel, as he was packing his belongings, he was waited upon by a delegation composed alike of horny-handed tillers of the soil and distinguished statesmen.
spokesmannounUS /ˈspoʊksmən/
a male spokesperson
From this reading "We come, David," said the spokesman, who had been chairman of the county convention, "to say that you are our choice for the next governor of this state, and in saying this we know we are echoing the sentiment of the Republican party.
the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation
From this reading "We come, David," said the spokesman, who had been chairman of the county convention, "to say that you are our choice for the next governor of this state, and in saying this we know we are echoing the sentiment of the Republican party.
statesmennounUS /ˈsteɪtsmɪn/
plural of “statesman” — a man who is a respected leader in national or international affairs
From this reading That same night, in his room at the hotel, as he was packing his belongings, he was waited upon by a delegation composed alike of horny-handed tillers of the soil and distinguished statesmen.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading That same night, in his room at the hotel, as he was packing his belongings, he was waited upon by a delegation composed alike of horny-handed tillers of the soil and distinguished statesmen.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading There was but one important measure to deal with in this session of the legislature, but David's penetration into a thorough understanding of each bill, and the patience and sagacity he displayed in settling all disputes, won the approbation of even doubtful and divided factions.
in or at that place or location
From this reading There was but one important measure to deal with in this session of the legislature, but David's penetration into a thorough understanding of each bill, and the patience and sagacity he displayed in settling all disputes, won the approbation of even doubtful and divided factions.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading There was but one important measure to deal with in this session of the legislature, but David's penetration into a thorough understanding of each bill, and the patience and sagacity he displayed in settling all disputes, won the approbation of even doubtful and divided factions.
thoroughadjectiveUS /ˈθɜːroʊ/
painstakingly careful and accurate
From this reading There was but one important measure to deal with in this session of the legislature, but David's penetration into a thorough understanding of each bill, and the patience and sagacity he displayed in settling all disputes, won the approbation of even doubtful and divided factions.
tillers
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From this reading That same night, in his room at the hotel, as he was packing his belongings, he was waited upon by a delegation composed alike of horny-handed tillers of the soil and distinguished statesmen.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading There was but one important measure to deal with in this session of the legislature, but David's penetration into a thorough understanding of each bill, and the patience and sagacity he displayed in settling all disputes, won the approbation of even doubtful and divided factions.
the cognitive condition of someone who understands
From this reading There was but one important measure to deal with in this session of the legislature, but David's penetration into a thorough understanding of each bill, and the patience and sagacity he displayed in settling all disputes, won the approbation of even doubtful and divided factions.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading That same night, in his room at the hotel, as he was packing his belongings, he was waited upon by a delegation composed alike of horny-handed tillers of the soil and distinguished statesmen.
a successful ending of a struggle or contest
From this reading He flashed a new fire of life into the ebbing enthusiasm of his followers, whom he had led to victory on the Griggs Bill.
past form of “wait” — stay in one place and anticipate or expect something
From this reading That same night, in his room at the hotel, as he was packing his belongings, he was waited upon by a delegation composed alike of horny-handed tillers of the soil and distinguished statesmen.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading There was but one important measure to deal with in this session of the legislature, but David's penetration into a thorough understanding of each bill, and the patience and sagacity he displayed in settling all disputes, won the approbation of even doubtful and divided factions.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading "We come, David," said the spokesman, who had been chairman of the county convention, "to say that you are our choice for the next governor of this state, and in saying this we know we are echoing the sentiment of the Republican party.
which person or people
From this reading "We come, David," said the spokesman, who had been chairman of the county convention, "to say that you are our choice for the next governor of this state, and in saying this we know we are echoing the sentiment of the Republican party.
the form of “who” used as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading He flashed a new fire of life into the ebbing enthusiasm of his followers, whom he had led to victory on the Griggs Bill.
in the company of; together with
From this reading There was but one important measure to deal with in this session of the legislature, but David's penetration into a thorough understanding of each bill, and the patience and sagacity he displayed in settling all disputes, won the approbation of even doubtful and divided factions.
the basic unit of money in South Korea
From this reading There was but one important measure to deal with in this session of the legislature, but David's penetration into a thorough understanding of each bill, and the patience and sagacity he displayed in settling all disputes, won the approbation of even doubtful and divided factions.
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading "We come, David," said the spokesman, who had been chairman of the county convention, "to say that you are our choice for the next governor of this state, and in saying this we know we are echoing the sentiment of the Republican party.