Chapter IV · Chapter 4

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

From this reading SAD ANITA--THE MINE LOCATER--TROUBLE Straight toward the door of the saloon he marched, the muzzles of the grim sixes clearing a path to him; for Ned Harris had become notorious in Deadwood for his coolness, courage and audacity.

(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 Catamount Cass was a rough, illiterate "tough" of the mountain species, and possessed more brute courage than the general run of his type of men, and a bull-dog determination that made him all the more dangerous as an enemy.

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

From this reading Catamount Cass was a rough, illiterate "tough" of the mountain species, and possessed more brute courage than the general run of his type of men, and a bull-dog determination that made him all the more dangerous as an enemy.

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

From this reading SAD ANITA--THE MINE LOCATER--TROUBLE Straight toward the door of the saloon he marched, the muzzles of the grim sixes clearing a path to him; for Ned Harris had become notorious in Deadwood for his coolness, courage and audacity.

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From this reading SAD ANITA--THE MINE LOCATER--TROUBLE Straight toward the door of the saloon he marched, the muzzles of the grim sixes clearing a path to him; for Ned Harris had become notorious in Deadwood for his coolness, courage and audacity.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading Harry Redburn kept close at Ned Harris' heels, a cocked "six" in either hand ready for any emergency.

used to indicate that a statement explains or supports a previous statement

From this reading Anyway, he led off through the savage-faced audience with a composure that was remarkable, and, strange to say, not a hand was raised to stop him until he came face to face with Catamount Cass and his gang; here was where the youth had expected molestation and hindrance, if anywhere.

at or in or to any place

From this reading Anyway, he led off through the savage-faced audience with a composure that was remarkable, and, strange to say, not a hand was raised to stop him until he came face to face with Catamount Cass and his gang; here was where the youth had expected molestation and hindrance, if anywhere.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading It had been said of him that he would "just es lief shute a man as ter look at 'im," and perhaps the speaker was not far from right.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading It had been said of him that he would "just es lief shute a man as ter look at 'im," and perhaps the speaker was not far from right.

A willingness to take bold risks; insolent and daring boldness that defies all authority.

From this reading SAD ANITA--THE MINE LOCATER--TROUBLE Straight toward the door of the saloon he marched, the muzzles of the grim sixes clearing a path to him; for Ned Harris had become notorious in Deadwood for his coolness, courage and audacity.

a gathering of spectators or listeners at a (usually public) performance

From this reading Anyway, he led off through the savage-faced audience with a composure that was remarkable, and, strange to say, not a hand was raised to stop him until he came face to face with Catamount Cass and his gang; here was where the youth had expected molestation and hindrance, if anywhere.

enter or assume a certain state or condition

From this reading SAD ANITA--THE MINE LOCATER--TROUBLE Straight toward the door of the saloon he marched, the muzzles of the grim sixes clearing a path to him; for Ned Harris had become notorious in Deadwood for his coolness, courage and audacity.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading It had been said of him that he would "just es lief shute a man as ter look at 'im," and perhaps the speaker was not far from right.

a cruelly rapacious person

From this reading Catamount Cass was a rough, illiterate "tough" of the mountain species, and possessed more brute courage than the general run of his type of men, and a bull-dog determination that made him all the more dangerous as an enemy.

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From this reading Catamount Cass was a rough, illiterate "tough" of the mountain species, and possessed more brute courage than the general run of his type of men, and a bull-dog determination that made him all the more dangerous as an enemy.

inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading Anyway, he led off through the savage-faced audience with a composure that was remarkable, and, strange to say, not a hand was raised to stop him until he came face to face with Catamount Cass and his gang; here was where the youth had expected molestation and hindrance, if anywhere.

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From this reading Anyway, he led off through the savage-faced audience with a composure that was remarkable, and, strange to say, not a hand was raised to stop him until he came face to face with Catamount Cass and his gang; here was where the youth had expected molestation and hindrance, if anywhere.

short-tailed wildcats with usually tufted ears; valued for their fur

From this reading Anyway, he led off through the savage-faced audience with a composure that was remarkable, and, strange to say, not a hand was raised to stop him until he came face to face with Catamount Cass and his gang; here was where the youth had expected molestation and hindrance, if anywhere.

a tract of land with few or no trees in the middle of a wooded area

From this reading SAD ANITA--THE MINE LOCATER--TROUBLE Straight toward the door of the saloon he marched, the muzzles of the grim sixes clearing a path to him; for Ned Harris had become notorious in Deadwood for his coolness, courage and audacity.

at or within a short distance in space or time or having elements near each other

From this reading Harry Redburn kept close at Ned Harris' heels, a cocked "six" in either hand ready for any emergency.

past form of “cock” — tilt or slant to one side

From this reading Harry Redburn kept close at Ned Harris' heels, a cocked "six" in either hand ready for any emergency.

steadiness of mind under stress

From this reading Anyway, he led off through the savage-faced audience with a composure that was remarkable, and, strange to say, not a hand was raised to stop him until he came face to face with Catamount Cass and his gang; here was where the youth had expected molestation and hindrance, if anywhere.

calm and unruffled self-assurance

From this reading SAD ANITA--THE MINE LOCATER--TROUBLE Straight toward the door of the saloon he marched, the muzzles of the grim sixes clearing a path to him; for Ned Harris had become notorious in Deadwood for his coolness, courage and audacity.

a quality of spirit that enables you to face danger or pain without showing fear

From this reading SAD ANITA--THE MINE LOCATER--TROUBLE Straight toward the door of the saloon he marched, the muzzles of the grim sixes clearing a path to him; for Ned Harris had become notorious in Deadwood for his coolness, courage and audacity.

involving or causing danger or risk; liable to hurt or harm

From this reading Catamount Cass was a rough, illiterate "tough" of the mountain species, and possessed more brute courage than the general run of his type of men, and a bull-dog determination that made him all the more dangerous as an enemy.

a branch or a part of a tree that is dead

From this reading SAD ANITA--THE MINE LOCATER--TROUBLE Straight toward the door of the saloon he marched, the muzzles of the grim sixes clearing a path to him; for Ned Harris had become notorious in Deadwood for his coolness, courage and audacity.

the act of determining the properties of something, usually by research or calculation

From this reading Catamount Cass was a rough, illiterate "tough" of the mountain species, and possessed more brute courage than the general run of his type of men, and a bull-dog determination that made him all the more dangerous as an enemy.

a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle

From this reading SAD ANITA--THE MINE LOCATER--TROUBLE Straight toward the door of the saloon he marched, the muzzles of the grim sixes clearing a path to him; for Ned Harris had become notorious in Deadwood for his coolness, courage and audacity.

one or the other of two

From this reading Harry Redburn kept close at Ned Harris' heels, a cocked "six" in either hand ready for any emergency.

a sudden unforeseen crisis (usually involving danger) that requires immediate action

From this reading Harry Redburn kept close at Ned Harris' heels, a cocked "six" in either hand ready for any emergency.

an opposing military force

From this reading Catamount Cass was a rough, illiterate "tough" of the mountain species, and possessed more brute courage than the general run of his type of men, and a bull-dog determination that made him all the more dangerous as an enemy.

a radioactive transuranic element produced by bombarding plutonium with neutrons

From this reading It had been said of him that he would "just es lief shute a man as ter look at 'im," and perhaps the speaker was not far from right.

considered likely or probable to happen or arrive

From this reading Anyway, he led off through the savage-faced audience with a composure that was remarkable, and, strange to say, not a hand was raised to stop him until he came face to face with Catamount Cass and his gang; here was where the youth had expected molestation and hindrance, if anywhere.

the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear

From this reading Anyway, he led off through the savage-faced audience with a composure that was remarkable, and, strange to say, not a hand was raised to stop him until he came face to face with Catamount Cass and his gang; here was where the youth had expected molestation and hindrance, if anywhere.

to a considerable degree; very much

From this reading It had been said of him that he would "just es lief shute a man as ter look at 'im," and perhaps the speaker was not far from right.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading SAD ANITA--THE MINE LOCATER--TROUBLE Straight toward the door of the saloon he marched, the muzzles of the grim sixes clearing a path to him; for Ned Harris had become notorious in Deadwood for his coolness, courage and audacity.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading It had been said of him that he would "just es lief shute a man as ter look at 'im," and perhaps the speaker was not far from right.

an association of criminals

From this reading Anyway, he led off through the savage-faced audience with a composure that was remarkable, and, strange to say, not a hand was raised to stop him until he came face to face with Catamount Cass and his gang; here was where the youth had expected molestation and hindrance, if anywhere.

applying to all or most members of a category or group

From this reading Catamount Cass was a rough, illiterate "tough" of the mountain species, and possessed more brute courage than the general run of his type of men, and a bull-dog determination that made him all the more dangerous as an enemy.

not to be placated or appeased or moved by entreaty

From this reading SAD ANITA--THE MINE LOCATER--TROUBLE Straight toward the door of the saloon he marched, the muzzles of the grim sixes clearing a path to him; for Ned Harris had become notorious in Deadwood for his coolness, courage and audacity.

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

From this reading SAD ANITA--THE MINE LOCATER--TROUBLE Straight toward the door of the saloon he marched, the muzzles of the grim sixes clearing a path to him; for Ned Harris had become notorious in Deadwood for his coolness, courage and audacity.

the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb

From this reading Anyway, he led off through the savage-faced audience with a composure that was remarkable, and, strange to say, not a hand was raised to stop him until he came face to face with Catamount Cass and his gang; here was where the youth had expected molestation and hindrance, if anywhere.

United States author who wrote the stories about Uncle Remus (1848-1908)

From this reading SAD ANITA--THE MINE LOCATER--TROUBLE Straight toward the door of the saloon he marched, the muzzles of the grim sixes clearing a path to him; for Ned Harris had become notorious in Deadwood for his coolness, courage and audacity.

annoy continually or chronically

From this reading Harry Redburn kept close at Ned Harris' heels, a cocked "six" in either hand ready for any emergency.

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

From this reading SAD ANITA--THE MINE LOCATER--TROUBLE Straight toward the door of the saloon he marched, the muzzles of the grim sixes clearing a path to him; for Ned Harris had become notorious in Deadwood for his coolness, courage and audacity.

plural of “heel” — the bottom of a shoe or boot; the back part of a shoe or boot that touches the ground and provides elevation

From this reading Harry Redburn kept close at Ned Harris' heels, a cocked "six" in either hand ready for any emergency.

in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is

From this reading Anyway, he led off through the savage-faced audience with a composure that was remarkable, and, strange to say, not a hand was raised to stop him until he came face to face with Catamount Cass and his gang; here was where the youth had expected molestation and hindrance, if anywhere.

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading SAD ANITA--THE MINE LOCATER--TROUBLE Straight toward the door of the saloon he marched, the muzzles of the grim sixes clearing a path to him; for Ned Harris had become notorious in Deadwood for his coolness, courage and audacity.

something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress

From this reading Anyway, he led off through the savage-faced audience with a composure that was remarkable, and, strange to say, not a hand was raised to stop him until he came face to face with Catamount Cass and his gang; here was where the youth had expected molestation and hindrance, if anywhere.

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

From this reading SAD ANITA--THE MINE LOCATER--TROUBLE Straight toward the door of the saloon he marched, the muzzles of the grim sixes clearing a path to him; for Ned Harris had become notorious in Deadwood for his coolness, courage and audacity.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading Anyway, he led off through the savage-faced audience with a composure that was remarkable, and, strange to say, not a hand was raised to stop him until he came face to face with Catamount Cass and his gang; here was where the youth had expected molestation and hindrance, if anywhere.

not able to read or write

From this reading Catamount Cass was a rough, illiterate "tough" of the mountain species, and possessed more brute courage than the general run of his type of men, and a bull-dog determination that made him all the more dangerous as an enemy.

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

From this reading It had been said of him that he would "just es lief shute a man as ter look at 'im," and perhaps the speaker was not far from right.

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

From this reading SAD ANITA--THE MINE LOCATER--TROUBLE Straight toward the door of the saloon he marched, the muzzles of the grim sixes clearing a path to him; for Ned Harris had become notorious in Deadwood for his coolness, courage and audacity.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It had been said of him that he would "just es lief shute a man as ter look at 'im," and perhaps the speaker was not far from right.

and nothing more

From this reading It had been said of him that he would "just es lief shute a man as ter look at 'im," and perhaps the speaker was not far from right.

(especially of promises or contracts) not violated or disregarded

From this reading Harry Redburn kept close at Ned Harris' heels, a cocked "six" in either hand ready for any emergency.

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 Anyway, he led off through the savage-faced audience with a composure that was remarkable, and, strange to say, not a hand was raised to stop him until he came face to face with Catamount Cass and his gang; here was where the youth had expected molestation and hindrance, if anywhere.

in a willing manner

From this reading It had been said of him that he would "just es lief shute a man as ter look at 'im," and perhaps the speaker was not far from right.

a person who fixes the boundaries of land claims

From this reading SAD ANITA--THE MINE LOCATER--TROUBLE Straight toward the door of the saloon he marched, the muzzles of the grim sixes clearing a path to him; for Ned Harris had become notorious in Deadwood for his coolness, courage and audacity.

perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading It had been said of him that he would "just es lief shute a man as ter look at 'im," and perhaps the speaker was not far from right.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading Catamount Cass was a rough, illiterate "tough" of the mountain species, and possessed more brute courage than the general run of his type of men, and a bull-dog determination that made him all the more dangerous as an enemy.

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading It had been said of him that he would "just es lief shute a man as ter look at 'im," and perhaps the speaker was not far from right.

past form of “march” — march in a procession

From this reading SAD ANITA--THE MINE LOCATER--TROUBLE Straight toward the door of the saloon he marched, the muzzles of the grim sixes clearing a path to him; for Ned Harris had become notorious in Deadwood for his coolness, courage and audacity.

the force of workers available

From this reading Catamount Cass was a rough, illiterate "tough" of the mountain species, and possessed more brute courage than the general run of his type of men, and a bull-dog determination that made him all the more dangerous as an enemy.

the one or ones belonging to the person speaking

From this reading SAD ANITA--THE MINE LOCATER--TROUBLE Straight toward the door of the saloon he marched, the muzzles of the grim sixes clearing a path to him; for Ned Harris had become notorious in Deadwood for his coolness, courage and audacity.

the act of subjecting someone to unwanted or improper sexual advances or activity (especially women or children)

From this reading Anyway, he led off through the savage-faced audience with a composure that was remarkable, and, strange to say, not a hand was raised to stop him until he came face to face with Catamount Cass and his gang; here was where the youth had expected molestation and hindrance, if anywhere.

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

From this reading Catamount Cass was a rough, illiterate "tough" of the mountain species, and possessed more brute courage than the general run of his type of men, and a bull-dog determination that made him all the more dangerous as an enemy.

a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill

From this reading Catamount Cass was a rough, illiterate "tough" of the mountain species, and possessed more brute courage than the general run of his type of men, and a bull-dog determination that made him all the more dangerous as an enemy.

plural of “muzzle” — the open circular discharging end of a gun

From this reading SAD ANITA--THE MINE LOCATER--TROUBLE Straight toward the door of the saloon he marched, the muzzles of the grim sixes clearing a path to him; for Ned Harris had become notorious in Deadwood for his coolness, courage and audacity.

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

From this reading SAD ANITA--THE MINE LOCATER--TROUBLE Straight toward the door of the saloon he marched, the muzzles of the grim sixes clearing a path to him; for Ned Harris had become notorious in Deadwood for his coolness, courage and audacity.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading It had been said of him that he would "just es lief shute a man as ter look at 'im," and perhaps the speaker was not far from right.

known widely and usually unfavorably

From this reading SAD ANITA--THE MINE LOCATER--TROUBLE Straight toward the door of the saloon he marched, the muzzles of the grim sixes clearing a path to him; for Ned Harris had become notorious in Deadwood for his coolness, courage and audacity.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading SAD ANITA--THE MINE LOCATER--TROUBLE Straight toward the door of the saloon he marched, the muzzles of the grim sixes clearing a path to him; for Ned Harris had become notorious in Deadwood for his coolness, courage and audacity.

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

From this reading Anyway, he led off through the savage-faced audience with a composure that was remarkable, and, strange to say, not a hand was raised to stop him until he came face to face with Catamount Cass and his gang; here was where the youth had expected molestation and hindrance, if anywhere.

a course of conduct

From this reading SAD ANITA--THE MINE LOCATER--TROUBLE Straight toward the door of the saloon he marched, the muzzles of the grim sixes clearing a path to him; for Ned Harris had become notorious in Deadwood for his coolness, courage and audacity.

by chance

From this reading It had been said of him that he would "just es lief shute a man as ter look at 'im," and perhaps the speaker was not far from right.

influenced or controlled by a powerful force such as a strong emotion

From this reading Catamount Cass was a rough, illiterate "tough" of the mountain species, and possessed more brute courage than the general run of his type of men, and a bull-dog determination that made him all the more dangerous as an enemy.

located or moved above the surround or above the normal position

From this reading Anyway, he led off through the savage-faced audience with a composure that was remarkable, and, strange to say, not a hand was raised to stop him until he came face to face with Catamount Cass and his gang; here was where the youth had expected molestation and hindrance, if anywhere.

completely prepared or in condition for immediate action or use or progress

From this reading Harry Redburn kept close at Ned Harris' heels, a cocked "six" in either hand ready for any emergency.

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From this reading Harry Redburn kept close at Ned Harris' heels, a cocked "six" in either hand ready for any emergency.

unusual or striking

From this reading Anyway, he led off through the savage-faced audience with a composure that was remarkable, and, strange to say, not a hand was raised to stop him until he came face to face with Catamount Cass and his gang; here was where the youth had expected molestation and hindrance, if anywhere.

precisely, exactly

From this reading It had been said of him that he would "just es lief shute a man as ter look at 'im," and perhaps the speaker was not far from right.

having or caused by an irregular surface

From this reading Catamount Cass was a rough, illiterate "tough" of the mountain species, and possessed more brute courage than the general run of his type of men, and a bull-dog determination that made him all the more dangerous as an enemy.

move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time

From this reading Catamount Cass was a rough, illiterate "tough" of the mountain species, and possessed more brute courage than the general run of his type of men, and a bull-dog determination that made him all the more dangerous as an enemy.

experiencing or showing sorrow or unhappiness

From this reading SAD ANITA--THE MINE LOCATER--TROUBLE Straight toward the door of the saloon he marched, the muzzles of the grim sixes clearing a path to him; for Ned Harris had become notorious in Deadwood for his coolness, courage and audacity.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading It had been said of him that he would "just es lief shute a man as ter look at 'im," and perhaps the speaker was not far from right.

a room or establishment where alcoholic drinks are served over a counter

From this reading SAD ANITA--THE MINE LOCATER--TROUBLE Straight toward the door of the saloon he marched, the muzzles of the grim sixes clearing a path to him; for Ned Harris had become notorious in Deadwood for his coolness, courage and audacity.

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

From this reading Anyway, he led off through the savage-faced audience with a composure that was remarkable, and, strange to say, not a hand was raised to stop him until he came face to face with Catamount Cass and his gang; here was where the youth had expected molestation and hindrance, if anywhere.

express in words

From this reading Anyway, he led off through the savage-faced audience with a composure that was remarkable, and, strange to say, not a hand was raised to stop him until he came face to face with Catamount Cass and his gang; here was where the youth had expected molestation and hindrance, if anywhere.

English novelist who settled in Australia after World War II (1899-1960)

From this reading It had been said of him that he would "just es lief shute a man as ter look at 'im," and perhaps the speaker was not far from right.

the cardinal number that is the sum of five and one

From this reading Harry Redburn kept close at Ned Harris' heels, a cocked "six" in either hand ready for any emergency.

plural of “six” — the cardinal number that is the sum of five and one

From this reading SAD ANITA--THE MINE LOCATER--TROUBLE Straight toward the door of the saloon he marched, the muzzles of the grim sixes clearing a path to him; for Ned Harris had become notorious in Deadwood for his coolness, courage and audacity.

someone who expresses in language; someone who talks (especially someone who delivers a public speech or someone especially garrulous)

From this reading It had been said of him that he would "just es lief shute a man as ter look at 'im," and perhaps the speaker was not far from right.

(biology) taxonomic group whose members can interbreed

From this reading Catamount Cass was a rough, illiterate "tough" of the mountain species, and possessed more brute courage than the general run of his type of men, and a bull-dog determination that made him all the more dangerous as an enemy.

come to a halt, stop moving

From this reading Anyway, he led off through the savage-faced audience with a composure that was remarkable, and, strange to say, not a hand was raised to stop him until he came face to face with Catamount Cass and his gang; here was where the youth had expected molestation and hindrance, if anywhere.

successive (without a break)

From this reading SAD ANITA--THE MINE LOCATER--TROUBLE Straight toward the door of the saloon he marched, the muzzles of the grim sixes clearing a path to him; for Ned Harris had become notorious in Deadwood for his coolness, courage and audacity.

being definitely out of the ordinary and unexpected; slightly odd or even a bit weird

From this reading Anyway, he led off through the savage-faced audience with a composure that was remarkable, and, strange to say, not a hand was raised to stop him until he came face to face with Catamount Cass and his gang; here was where the youth had expected molestation and hindrance, if anywhere.

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From this reading It had been said of him that he would "just es lief shute a man as ter look at 'im," and perhaps the speaker was not far from right.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading Catamount Cass was a rough, illiterate "tough" of the mountain species, and possessed more brute courage than the general run of his type of men, and a bull-dog determination that made him all the more dangerous as an enemy.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading It had been said of him that he would "just es lief shute a man as ter look at 'im," and perhaps the speaker was not far from right.

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

From this reading SAD ANITA--THE MINE LOCATER--TROUBLE Straight toward the door of the saloon he marched, the muzzles of the grim sixes clearing a path to him; for Ned Harris had become notorious in Deadwood for his coolness, courage and audacity.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading Anyway, he led off through the savage-faced audience with a composure that was remarkable, and, strange to say, not a hand was raised to stop him until he came face to face with Catamount Cass and his gang; here was where the youth had expected molestation and hindrance, if anywhere.

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

From this reading SAD ANITA--THE MINE LOCATER--TROUBLE Straight toward the door of the saloon he marched, the muzzles of the grim sixes clearing a path to him; for Ned Harris had become notorious in Deadwood for his coolness, courage and audacity.

not given to gentleness or sentimentality

From this reading Catamount Cass was a rough, illiterate "tough" of the mountain species, and possessed more brute courage than the general run of his type of men, and a bull-dog determination that made him all the more dangerous as an enemy.

in the direction of

From this reading SAD ANITA--THE MINE LOCATER--TROUBLE Straight toward the door of the saloon he marched, the muzzles of the grim sixes clearing a path to him; for Ned Harris had become notorious in Deadwood for his coolness, courage and audacity.

a source of difficulty

From this reading SAD ANITA--THE MINE LOCATER--TROUBLE Straight toward the door of the saloon he marched, the muzzles of the grim sixes clearing a path to him; for Ned Harris had become notorious in Deadwood for his coolness, courage and audacity.

a subdivision of a particular kind of thing

From this reading Catamount Cass was a rough, illiterate "tough" of the mountain species, and possessed more brute courage than the general run of his type of men, and a bull-dog determination that made him all the more dangerous as an enemy.

up to a particular time

From this reading Anyway, he led off through the savage-faced audience with a composure that was remarkable, and, strange to say, not a hand was raised to stop him until he came face to face with Catamount Cass and his gang; here was where the youth had expected molestation and hindrance, if anywhere.

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

From this reading It had been said of him that he would "just es lief shute a man as ter look at 'im," and perhaps the speaker was not far from right.

in or at the place that

From this reading Anyway, he led off through the savage-faced audience with a composure that was remarkable, and, strange to say, not a hand was raised to stop him until he came face to face with Catamount Cass and his gang; here was where the youth had expected molestation and hindrance, if anywhere.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Anyway, he led off through the savage-faced audience with a composure that was remarkable, and, strange to say, not a hand was raised to stop him until he came face to face with Catamount Cass and his gang; here was where the youth had expected molestation and hindrance, if anywhere.

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

From this reading It had been said of him that he would "just es lief shute a man as ter look at 'im," and perhaps the speaker was not far from right.

a young person (especially a young man or boy)

From this reading Anyway, he led off through the savage-faced audience with a composure that was remarkable, and, strange to say, not a hand was raised to stop him until he came face to face with Catamount Cass and his gang; here was where the youth had expected molestation and hindrance, if anywhere.