used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading They feel that if they can only have a wide enough range in the discussion some of their arguments will probably hit the point and win their case for them.
be in accord; be in agreement
From this reading TERMS AND ISSUES In getting ready, one of the most important steps is for you and _your opponents_ to get together and talk over the question and agree beforehand on just what it covers and what it does not cover.
aimingverbUS /ˈeɪmɪŋ/
-ing form of “aim” — point or cause to go (blows, weapons, or objects such as photographic equipment) towards
From this reading Too many times, however, the point at which they are aiming is the decision of the judges and not the logical and irresistible culmination of the argument.
(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 You wish to avoid all confusion on these points, or at least you should wish to.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading TERMS AND ISSUES In getting ready, one of the most important steps is for you and _your opponents_ to get together and talk over the question and agree beforehand on just what it covers and what it does not cover.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Too many times, however, the point at which they are aiming is the decision of the judges and not the logical and irresistible culmination of the argument.
a fact or assertion offered as evidence that something is true
From this reading Too many times, however, the point at which they are aiming is the decision of the judges and not the logical and irresistible culmination of the argument.
argumentsnounUS /ˈɑːrɡjəmənts/
plural of “argument” — a fact or assertion offered as evidence that something is true
From this reading They feel that if they can only have a wide enough range in the discussion some of their arguments will probably hit the point and win their case for them.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Some men—and boys—think it smart to leave the question uncertain and indefinite so that—as they mistakenly suppose—they may increase their own chances of success.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading You wish to avoid all confusion on these points, or at least you should wish to.
stay clear from; keep away from; keep out of the way of someone or something
From this reading You wish to avoid all confusion on these points, or at least you should wish to.
beforehandadjectiveUS /bɪˈfɔːrhænd/
being ahead of time or need
From this reading TERMS AND ISSUES In getting ready, one of the most important steps is for you and _your opponents_ to get together and talk over the question and agree beforehand on just what it covers and what it does not cover.
plural of “boy” — a youthful male person
From this reading Some men—and boys—think it smart to leave the question uncertain and indefinite so that—as they mistakenly suppose—they may increase their own chances of success.
to be able to, or to be allowed to
From this reading They feel that if they can only have a wide enough range in the discussion some of their arguments will probably hit the point and win their case for them.
an occurrence of something
From this reading They feel that if they can only have a wide enough range in the discussion some of their arguments will probably hit the point and win their case for them.
plural of “chance” — a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances
From this reading Some men—and boys—think it smart to leave the question uncertain and indefinite so that—as they mistakenly suppose—they may increase their own chances of success.
disorder resulting from a failure to behave predictably
From this reading You wish to avoid all confusion on these points, or at least you should wish to.
provide with a covering or cause to be covered
From this reading TERMS AND ISSUES In getting ready, one of the most important steps is for you and _your opponents_ to get together and talk over the question and agree beforehand on just what it covers and what it does not cover.
coversnounUS /ˈkʌvərz/
plural of “cover” — a covering that serves to conceal or shelter something
From this reading TERMS AND ISSUES In getting ready, one of the most important steps is for you and _your opponents_ to get together and talk over the question and agree beforehand on just what it covers and what it does not cover.
culminationnounUS /ˌkʌlməˈneɪʃən/
a final climactic stage
From this reading Too many times, however, the point at which they are aiming is the decision of the judges and not the logical and irresistible culmination of the argument.
the act of making up your mind about something
From this reading Too many times, however, the point at which they are aiming is the decision of the judges and not the logical and irresistible culmination of the argument.
discussionnounUS /dɪˈskʌʃən/
an extended communication (often interactive) dealing with some particular topic
From this reading They feel that if they can only have a wide enough range in the discussion some of their arguments will probably hit the point and win their case for them.
doesauxiliary verbUS /dʌz/
the form of “do” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading TERMS AND ISSUES In getting ready, one of the most important steps is for you and _your opponents_ to get together and talk over the question and agree beforehand on just what it covers and what it does not cover.
an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose
From this reading They feel that if they can only have a wide enough range in the discussion some of their arguments will probably hit the point and win their case for them.
undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind
From this reading They feel that if they can only have a wide enough range in the discussion some of their arguments will probably hit the point and win their case for them.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading TERMS AND ISSUES In getting ready, one of the most important steps is for you and _your opponents_ to get together and talk over the question and agree beforehand on just what it covers and what it does not cover.
come into the possession of something concrete or abstract
From this reading TERMS AND ISSUES In getting ready, one of the most important steps is for you and _your opponents_ to get together and talk over the question and agree beforehand on just what it covers and what it does not cover.
the act of acquiring something
From this reading TERMS AND ISSUES In getting ready, one of the most important steps is for you and _your opponents_ to get together and talk over the question and agree beforehand on just what it covers and what it does not cover.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading They feel that if they can only have a wide enough range in the discussion some of their arguments will probably hit the point and win their case for them.
cause to move by striking
From this reading They feel that if they can only have a wide enough range in the discussion some of their arguments will probably hit the point and win their case for them.
used to add a contrasting statement
From this reading Too many times, however, the point at which they are aiming is the decision of the judges and not the logical and irresistible culmination of the argument.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading They feel that if they can only have a wide enough range in the discussion some of their arguments will probably hit the point and win their case for them.
of great significance or value
From this reading TERMS AND ISSUES In getting ready, one of the most important steps is for you and _your opponents_ to get together and talk over the question and agree beforehand on just what it covers and what it does not cover.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading TERMS AND ISSUES In getting ready, one of the most important steps is for you and _your opponents_ to get together and talk over the question and agree beforehand on just what it covers and what it does not cover.
increasenounUS /ˌɪnˈkriːs/
a quantity that is added
From this reading Some men—and boys—think it smart to leave the question uncertain and indefinite so that—as they mistakenly suppose—they may increase their own chances of success.
indefiniteadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈdefənət/
vague or not clearly defined or stated
From this reading Some men—and boys—think it smart to leave the question uncertain and indefinite so that—as they mistakenly suppose—they may increase their own chances of success.
irresistibleadjectiveUS /ˌɪrɪˈzɪstəbəl/
impossible to resist; overpowering
From this reading Too many times, however, the point at which they are aiming is the decision of the judges and not the logical and irresistible culmination of the argument.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading TERMS AND ISSUES In getting ready, one of the most important steps is for you and _your opponents_ to get together and talk over the question and agree beforehand on just what it covers and what it does not cover.
ISSUESnounUS /ˈɪʃuːz/
plural of “issue” — an important question that is in dispute and must be settled
From this reading TERMS AND ISSUES In getting ready, one of the most important steps is for you and _your opponents_ to get together and talk over the question and agree beforehand on just what it covers and what it does not cover.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading TERMS AND ISSUES In getting ready, one of the most important steps is for you and _your opponents_ to get together and talk over the question and agree beforehand on just what it covers and what it does not cover.
judgesnounUS /ˈdʒʌdʒɪz/
a book of the Old Testament that tells the history of Israel under the leaders known as judges
From this reading Too many times, however, the point at which they are aiming is the decision of the judges and not the logical and irresistible culmination of the argument.
and nothing more
From this reading TERMS AND ISSUES In getting ready, one of the most important steps is for you and _your opponents_ to get together and talk over the question and agree beforehand on just what it covers and what it does not cover.
the superlative of “little” that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by “the”; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or extent or degree
From this reading You wish to avoid all confusion on these points, or at least you should wish to.
go away from a place
From this reading Some men—and boys—think it smart to leave the question uncertain and indefinite so that—as they mistakenly suppose—they may increase their own chances of success.
logicaladjectiveUS /ˈlɑːdʒɪkəl/
capable of or reflecting the capability for correct and valid reasoning
From this reading Too many times, however, the point at which they are aiming is the decision of the judges and not the logical and irresistible culmination of the argument.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number
From this reading Too many times, however, the point at which they are aiming is the decision of the judges and not the logical and irresistible culmination of the argument.
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading Some men—and boys—think it smart to leave the question uncertain and indefinite so that—as they mistakenly suppose—they may increase their own chances of success.
the force of workers available
From this reading Some men—and boys—think it smart to leave the question uncertain and indefinite so that—as they mistakenly suppose—they may increase their own chances of success.
mistakenlyadverbUS /mɪˈsteɪkənli/
in a mistaken or erroneous manner
From this reading Some men—and boys—think it smart to leave the question uncertain and indefinite so that—as they mistakenly suppose—they may increase their own chances of success.
used to form the superlative
From this reading TERMS AND ISSUES In getting ready, one of the most important steps is for you and _your opponents_ to get together and talk over the question and agree beforehand on just what it covers and what it does not cover.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading TERMS AND ISSUES In getting ready, one of the most important steps is for you and _your opponents_ to get together and talk over the question and agree beforehand on just what it covers and what it does not cover.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading TERMS AND ISSUES In getting ready, one of the most important steps is for you and _your opponents_ to get together and talk over the question and agree beforehand on just what it covers and what it does not cover.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading TERMS AND ISSUES In getting ready, one of the most important steps is for you and _your opponents_ to get together and talk over the question and agree beforehand on just what it covers and what it does not cover.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading TERMS AND ISSUES In getting ready, one of the most important steps is for you and _your opponents_ to get together and talk over the question and agree beforehand on just what it covers and what it does not cover.
and nothing more
From this reading They feel that if they can only have a wide enough range in the discussion some of their arguments will probably hit the point and win their case for them.
opponentsnounUS /əˈpoʊnənts/
plural of “opponent” — a contestant that you are matched against
From this reading TERMS AND ISSUES In getting ready, one of the most important steps is for you and _your opponents_ to get together and talk over the question and agree beforehand on just what it covers and what it does not cover.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading You wish to avoid all confusion on these points, or at least you should wish to.
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading TERMS AND ISSUES In getting ready, one of the most important steps is for you and _your opponents_ to get together and talk over the question and agree beforehand on just what it covers and what it does not cover.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading Some men—and boys—think it smart to leave the question uncertain and indefinite so that—as they mistakenly suppose—they may increase their own chances of success.
a geometric element that has position but no extension
From this reading They feel that if they can only have a wide enough range in the discussion some of their arguments will probably hit the point and win their case for them.
plural of “point” — a geometric element that has position but no extension
From this reading You wish to avoid all confusion on these points, or at least you should wish to.
with considerable certainty; without much doubt
From this reading They feel that if they can only have a wide enough range in the discussion some of their arguments will probably hit the point and win their case for them.
challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of
From this reading TERMS AND ISSUES In getting ready, one of the most important steps is for you and _your opponents_ to get together and talk over the question and agree beforehand on just what it covers and what it does not cover.
an area in which something acts or operates or has power or control: "the range of a supersonic jet"
From this reading They feel that if they can only have a wide enough range in the discussion some of their arguments will probably hit the point and win their case for them.
completely prepared or in condition for immediate action or use or progress
From this reading TERMS AND ISSUES In getting ready, one of the most important steps is for you and _your opponents_ to get together and talk over the question and agree beforehand on just what it covers and what it does not cover.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading You wish to avoid all confusion on these points, or at least you should wish to.
smartadjectiveUS /smɑːrt/
showing mental alertness and calculation and resourcefulness
From this reading Some men—and boys—think it smart to leave the question uncertain and indefinite so that—as they mistakenly suppose—they may increase their own chances of success.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading Some men—and boys—think it smart to leave the question uncertain and indefinite so that—as they mistakenly suppose—they may increase their own chances of success.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading Some men—and boys—think it smart to leave the question uncertain and indefinite so that—as they mistakenly suppose—they may increase their own chances of success.
a flight of stairs or a flight of steps
From this reading TERMS AND ISSUES In getting ready, one of the most important steps is for you and _your opponents_ to get together and talk over the question and agree beforehand on just what it covers and what it does not cover.
an event that accomplishes its intended purpose
From this reading Some men—and boys—think it smart to leave the question uncertain and indefinite so that—as they mistakenly suppose—they may increase their own chances of success.
express a supposition
From this reading Some men—and boys—think it smart to leave the question uncertain and indefinite so that—as they mistakenly suppose—they may increase their own chances of success.
exchange thoughts; talk with
From this reading TERMS AND ISSUES In getting ready, one of the most important steps is for you and _your opponents_ to get together and talk over the question and agree beforehand on just what it covers and what it does not cover.
status with respect to the relations between people or groups
From this reading TERMS AND ISSUES In getting ready, one of the most important steps is for you and _your opponents_ to get together and talk over the question and agree beforehand on just what it covers and what it does not cover.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Some men—and boys—think it smart to leave the question uncertain and indefinite so that—as they mistakenly suppose—they may increase their own chances of success.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading TERMS AND ISSUES In getting ready, one of the most important steps is for you and _your opponents_ to get together and talk over the question and agree beforehand on just what it covers and what it does not cover.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading Some men—and boys—think it smart to leave the question uncertain and indefinite so that—as they mistakenly suppose—they may increase their own chances of success.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading They feel that if they can only have a wide enough range in the discussion some of their arguments will probably hit the point and win their case for them.
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading You wish to avoid all confusion on these points, or at least you should wish to.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Some men—and boys—think it smart to leave the question uncertain and indefinite so that—as they mistakenly suppose—they may increase their own chances of success.
judge or regard; look upon; judge
From this reading Some men—and boys—think it smart to leave the question uncertain and indefinite so that—as they mistakenly suppose—they may increase their own chances of success.
a more or less definite period of time now or previously present
From this reading Too many times, however, the point at which they are aiming is the decision of the judges and not the logical and irresistible culmination of the argument.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading TERMS AND ISSUES In getting ready, one of the most important steps is for you and _your opponents_ to get together and talk over the question and agree beforehand on just what it covers and what it does not cover.
in contact with each other or in proximity
From this reading TERMS AND ISSUES In getting ready, one of the most important steps is for you and _your opponents_ to get together and talk over the question and agree beforehand on just what it covers and what it does not cover.
to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits
From this reading Too many times, however, the point at which they are aiming is the decision of the judges and not the logical and irresistible culmination of the argument.
uncertainadjectiveUS /ənˈsɜːrtən/
lacking or indicating lack of confidence or assurance
From this reading Some men—and boys—think it smart to leave the question uncertain and indefinite so that—as they mistakenly suppose—they may increase their own chances of success.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading TERMS AND ISSUES In getting ready, one of the most important steps is for you and _your opponents_ to get together and talk over the question and agree beforehand on just what it covers and what it does not cover.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading Too many times, however, the point at which they are aiming is the decision of the judges and not the logical and irresistible culmination of the argument.
having great (or a certain) extent from one side to the other
From this reading They feel that if they can only have a wide enough range in the discussion some of their arguments will probably hit the point and win their case for them.
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading They feel that if they can only have a wide enough range in the discussion some of their arguments will probably hit the point and win their case for them.
be the winner in a contest or competition; be victorious
From this reading They feel that if they can only have a wide enough range in the discussion some of their arguments will probably hit the point and win their case for them.
hope for; have a wish
From this reading You wish to avoid all confusion on these points, or at least you should wish to.
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading TERMS AND ISSUES In getting ready, one of the most important steps is for you and _your opponents_ to get together and talk over the question and agree beforehand on just what it covers and what it does not cover.
belonging to the person or people being spoken to
From this reading TERMS AND ISSUES In getting ready, one of the most important steps is for you and _your opponents_ to get together and talk over the question and agree beforehand on just what it covers and what it does not cover.
