Chapter VI

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

From this reading A JUDICIAL PUPPET Bowling along over the new tracks toward Manti in a special car secured at Dry Bottom by Corrigan, one compartment of which was packed closely with books, papers, ledger records, legal documents, blanks, and even office furniture, Judge Lindman watched the landscape unfold with mingled feelings of trepidation, reluctance, and impotent regret.

something done (usually as opposed to something said)

From this reading His mouth was flaccid, the lips pouting when he compressed his jaws, giving his face the sullen, indecisive look of the brooder lacking the mental and physical courage of independent action and initiative.

following the length of something from one end toward the other

From this reading A JUDICIAL PUPPET Bowling along over the new tracks toward Manti in a special car secured at Dry Bottom by Corrigan, one compartment of which was packed closely with books, papers, ledger records, legal documents, blanks, and even office furniture, Judge Lindman watched the landscape unfold with mingled feelings of trepidation, reluctance, and impotent regret.

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

From this reading A JUDICIAL PUPPET Bowling along over the new tracks toward Manti in a special car secured at Dry Bottom by Corrigan, one compartment of which was packed closely with books, papers, ledger records, legal documents, blanks, and even office furniture, Judge Lindman watched the landscape unfold with mingled feelings of trepidation, reluctance, and impotent regret.

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

From this reading His eyes were slightly bleary, and had a look of weariness, as though he had endured much and was utterly tired.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading A JUDICIAL PUPPET Bowling along over the new tracks toward Manti in a special car secured at Dry Bottom by Corrigan, one compartment of which was packed closely with books, papers, ledger records, legal documents, blanks, and even office furniture, Judge Lindman watched the landscape unfold with mingled feelings of trepidation, reluctance, and impotent regret.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading The Judge's face was not a strong one--had it been he would not have been seated in the special car, talking with Corrigan.

plural of “blank” — a blank character used to separate successive words in writing or printing

From this reading A JUDICIAL PUPPET Bowling along over the new tracks toward Manti in a special car secured at Dry Bottom by Corrigan, one compartment of which was packed closely with books, papers, ledger records, legal documents, blanks, and even office furniture, Judge Lindman watched the landscape unfold with mingled feelings of trepidation, reluctance, and impotent regret.

tired to the point of exhaustion

From this reading His eyes were slightly bleary, and had a look of weariness, as though he had endured much and was utterly tired.

Bound written or printed works.

From this reading A JUDICIAL PUPPET Bowling along over the new tracks toward Manti in a special car secured at Dry Bottom by Corrigan, one compartment of which was packed closely with books, papers, ledger records, legal documents, blanks, and even office furniture, Judge Lindman watched the landscape unfold with mingled feelings of trepidation, reluctance, and impotent regret.

the lower side of anything

From this reading A JUDICIAL PUPPET Bowling along over the new tracks toward Manti in a special car secured at Dry Bottom by Corrigan, one compartment of which was packed closely with books, papers, ledger records, legal documents, blanks, and even office furniture, Judge Lindman watched the landscape unfold with mingled feelings of trepidation, reluctance, and impotent regret.

a game in which balls are rolled at an object or group of objects with the aim of knocking them over or moving them

From this reading A JUDICIAL PUPPET Bowling along over the new tracks toward Manti in a special car secured at Dry Bottom by Corrigan, one compartment of which was packed closely with books, papers, ledger records, legal documents, blanks, and even office furniture, Judge Lindman watched the landscape unfold with mingled feelings of trepidation, reluctance, and impotent regret.

apparatus consisting of a box designed to maintain a constant temperature by the use of a thermostat; used for chicks or premature infants

From this reading His mouth was flaccid, the lips pouting when he compressed his jaws, giving his face the sullen, indecisive look of the brooder lacking the mental and physical courage of independent action and initiative.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading A JUDICIAL PUPPET Bowling along over the new tracks toward Manti in a special car secured at Dry Bottom by Corrigan, one compartment of which was packed closely with books, papers, ledger records, legal documents, blanks, and even office furniture, Judge Lindman watched the landscape unfold with mingled feelings of trepidation, reluctance, and impotent regret.

a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine

From this reading A JUDICIAL PUPPET Bowling along over the new tracks toward Manti in a special car secured at Dry Bottom by Corrigan, one compartment of which was packed closely with books, papers, ledger records, legal documents, blanks, and even office furniture, Judge Lindman watched the landscape unfold with mingled feelings of trepidation, reluctance, and impotent regret.

in a close relation or position in time or space

From this reading A JUDICIAL PUPPET Bowling along over the new tracks toward Manti in a special car secured at Dry Bottom by Corrigan, one compartment of which was packed closely with books, papers, ledger records, legal documents, blanks, and even office furniture, Judge Lindman watched the landscape unfold with mingled feelings of trepidation, reluctance, and impotent regret.

a space into which an area is subdivided

From this reading A JUDICIAL PUPPET Bowling along over the new tracks toward Manti in a special car secured at Dry Bottom by Corrigan, one compartment of which was packed closely with books, papers, ledger records, legal documents, blanks, and even office furniture, Judge Lindman watched the landscape unfold with mingled feelings of trepidation, reluctance, and impotent regret.

pressed tightly together

From this reading His mouth was flaccid, the lips pouting when he compressed his jaws, giving his face the sullen, indecisive look of the brooder lacking the mental and physical courage of independent action and initiative.

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

From this reading A JUDICIAL PUPPET Bowling along over the new tracks toward Manti in a special car secured at Dry Bottom by Corrigan, one compartment of which was packed closely with books, papers, ledger records, legal documents, blanks, and even office furniture, Judge Lindman watched the landscape unfold with mingled feelings of trepidation, reluctance, and impotent regret.

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

From this reading His mouth was flaccid, the lips pouting when he compressed his jaws, giving his face the sullen, indecisive look of the brooder lacking the mental and physical courage of independent action and initiative.

plural of “document” — writing that provides information (especially information of an official nature)

From this reading A JUDICIAL PUPPET Bowling along over the new tracks toward Manti in a special car secured at Dry Bottom by Corrigan, one compartment of which was packed closely with books, papers, ledger records, legal documents, blanks, and even office furniture, Judge Lindman watched the landscape unfold with mingled feelings of trepidation, reluctance, and impotent regret.

free from liquid or moisture; lacking natural or normal moisture or depleted of water; or no longer wet

From this reading A JUDICIAL PUPPET Bowling along over the new tracks toward Manti in a special car secured at Dry Bottom by Corrigan, one compartment of which was packed closely with books, papers, ledger records, legal documents, blanks, and even office furniture, Judge Lindman watched the landscape unfold with mingled feelings of trepidation, reluctance, and impotent regret.

past form of “endure” — put up with something or somebody unpleasant

From this reading His eyes were slightly bleary, and had a look of weariness, as though he had endured much and was utterly tired.

divisible by two

From this reading A JUDICIAL PUPPET Bowling along over the new tracks toward Manti in a special car secured at Dry Bottom by Corrigan, one compartment of which was packed closely with books, papers, ledger records, legal documents, blanks, and even office furniture, Judge Lindman watched the landscape unfold with mingled feelings of trepidation, reluctance, and impotent regret.

opinion or judgment

From this reading His eyes were slightly bleary, and had a look of weariness, as though he had endured much and was utterly tired.

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

From this reading The Judge's face was not a strong one--had it been he would not have been seated in the special car, talking with Corrigan.

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

From this reading A JUDICIAL PUPPET Bowling along over the new tracks toward Manti in a special car secured at Dry Bottom by Corrigan, one compartment of which was packed closely with books, papers, ledger records, legal documents, blanks, and even office furniture, Judge Lindman watched the landscape unfold with mingled feelings of trepidation, reluctance, and impotent regret.

drooping without elasticity; wanting in stiffness

From this reading His mouth was flaccid, the lips pouting when he compressed his jaws, giving his face the sullen, indecisive look of the brooder lacking the mental and physical courage of independent action and initiative.

furnishings that make a room or other area ready for occupancy

From this reading A JUDICIAL PUPPET Bowling along over the new tracks toward Manti in a special car secured at Dry Bottom by Corrigan, one compartment of which was packed closely with books, papers, ledger records, legal documents, blanks, and even office furniture, Judge Lindman watched the landscape unfold with mingled feelings of trepidation, reluctance, and impotent regret.

the act of giving

From this reading His mouth was flaccid, the lips pouting when he compressed his jaws, giving his face the sullen, indecisive look of the brooder lacking the mental and physical courage of independent action and initiative.

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

From this reading The Judge's face was not a strong one--had it been he would not have been seated in the special car, talking with Corrigan.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading The Judge's face was not a strong one--had it been he would not have been seated in the special car, talking with Corrigan.

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

From this reading The Judge's face was not a strong one--had it been he would not have been seated in the special car, talking with Corrigan.

to a considerable degree

From this reading He was just under sixty-five years, and their weight seemed to rest heavily upon him.

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

From this reading He was just under sixty-five years, and their weight seemed to rest heavily upon him.

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

From this reading His eyes were slightly bleary, and had a look of weariness, as though he had endured much and was utterly tired.

lacking power or ability

From this reading A JUDICIAL PUPPET Bowling along over the new tracks toward Manti in a special car secured at Dry Bottom by Corrigan, one compartment of which was packed closely with books, papers, ledger records, legal documents, blanks, and even office furniture, Judge Lindman watched the landscape unfold with mingled feelings of trepidation, reluctance, and impotent regret.

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

From this reading A JUDICIAL PUPPET Bowling along over the new tracks toward Manti in a special car secured at Dry Bottom by Corrigan, one compartment of which was packed closely with books, papers, ledger records, legal documents, blanks, and even office furniture, Judge Lindman watched the landscape unfold with mingled feelings of trepidation, reluctance, and impotent regret.

characterized by lack of decision and firmness

From this reading His mouth was flaccid, the lips pouting when he compressed his jaws, giving his face the sullen, indecisive look of the brooder lacking the mental and physical courage of independent action and initiative.

free from external control and constraint

From this reading His mouth was flaccid, the lips pouting when he compressed his jaws, giving his face the sullen, indecisive look of the brooder lacking the mental and physical courage of independent action and initiative.

readiness to embark on bold new ventures

From this reading His mouth was flaccid, the lips pouting when he compressed his jaws, giving his face the sullen, indecisive look of the brooder lacking the mental and physical courage of independent action and initiative.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading The Judge's face was not a strong one--had it been he would not have been seated in the special car, talking with Corrigan.

plural of “jaw” — the part of the skull of a vertebrate that frames the mouth and holds the teeth

From this reading His mouth was flaccid, the lips pouting when he compressed his jaws, giving his face the sullen, indecisive look of the brooder lacking the mental and physical courage of independent action and initiative.

determine the result of (a competition)

From this reading A JUDICIAL PUPPET Bowling along over the new tracks toward Manti in a special car secured at Dry Bottom by Corrigan, one compartment of which was packed closely with books, papers, ledger records, legal documents, blanks, and even office furniture, Judge Lindman watched the landscape unfold with mingled feelings of trepidation, reluctance, and impotent regret.

possessive form of “judge” — a public official authorized to decide questions brought before a court of justice

From this reading The Judge's face was not a strong one--had it been he would not have been seated in the special car, talking with Corrigan.

decreed by or proceeding from a court of justice

From this reading A JUDICIAL PUPPET Bowling along over the new tracks toward Manti in a special car secured at Dry Bottom by Corrigan, one compartment of which was packed closely with books, papers, ledger records, legal documents, blanks, and even office furniture, Judge Lindman watched the landscape unfold with mingled feelings of trepidation, reluctance, and impotent regret.

and nothing more

From this reading He was just under sixty-five years, and their weight seemed to rest heavily upon him.

inadequate in amount or degree

From this reading His mouth was flaccid, the lips pouting when he compressed his jaws, giving his face the sullen, indecisive look of the brooder lacking the mental and physical courage of independent action and initiative.

an expanse of scenery that can be seen in a single view

From this reading A JUDICIAL PUPPET Bowling along over the new tracks toward Manti in a special car secured at Dry Bottom by Corrigan, one compartment of which was packed closely with books, papers, ledger records, legal documents, blanks, and even office furniture, Judge Lindman watched the landscape unfold with mingled feelings of trepidation, reluctance, and impotent regret.

a record in which commercial accounts are recorded

From this reading A JUDICIAL PUPPET Bowling along over the new tracks toward Manti in a special car secured at Dry Bottom by Corrigan, one compartment of which was packed closely with books, papers, ledger records, legal documents, blanks, and even office furniture, Judge Lindman watched the landscape unfold with mingled feelings of trepidation, reluctance, and impotent regret.

established by or founded upon law or official or accepted rules

From this reading A JUDICIAL PUPPET Bowling along over the new tracks toward Manti in a special car secured at Dry Bottom by Corrigan, one compartment of which was packed closely with books, papers, ledger records, legal documents, blanks, and even office furniture, Judge Lindman watched the landscape unfold with mingled feelings of trepidation, reluctance, and impotent regret.

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

From this reading A JUDICIAL PUPPET Bowling along over the new tracks toward Manti in a special car secured at Dry Bottom by Corrigan, one compartment of which was packed closely with books, papers, ledger records, legal documents, blanks, and even office furniture, Judge Lindman watched the landscape unfold with mingled feelings of trepidation, reluctance, and impotent regret.

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

From this reading His mouth was flaccid, the lips pouting when he compressed his jaws, giving his face the sullen, indecisive look of the brooder lacking the mental and physical courage of independent action and initiative.

perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading His eyes were slightly bleary, and had a look of weariness, as though he had endured much and was utterly tired.

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

From this reading A JUDICIAL PUPPET Bowling along over the new tracks toward Manti in a special car secured at Dry Bottom by Corrigan, one compartment of which was packed closely with books, papers, ledger records, legal documents, blanks, and even office furniture, Judge Lindman watched the landscape unfold with mingled feelings of trepidation, reluctance, and impotent regret.

involving the mind or an intellectual process

From this reading His mouth was flaccid, the lips pouting when he compressed his jaws, giving his face the sullen, indecisive look of the brooder lacking the mental and physical courage of independent action and initiative.

past form of “mingle” — to bring or combine together or with something else

From this reading A JUDICIAL PUPPET Bowling along over the new tracks toward Manti in a special car secured at Dry Bottom by Corrigan, one compartment of which was packed closely with books, papers, ledger records, legal documents, blanks, and even office furniture, Judge Lindman watched the landscape unfold with mingled feelings of trepidation, reluctance, and impotent regret.

the opening through which food is taken in and vocalizations emerge

From this reading His mouth was flaccid, the lips pouting when he compressed his jaws, giving his face the sullen, indecisive look of the brooder lacking the mental and physical courage of independent action and initiative.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading His eyes were slightly bleary, and had a look of weariness, as though he had endured much and was utterly tired.

not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered

From this reading A JUDICIAL PUPPET Bowling along over the new tracks toward Manti in a special car secured at Dry Bottom by Corrigan, one compartment of which was packed closely with books, papers, ledger records, legal documents, blanks, and even office furniture, Judge Lindman watched the landscape unfold with mingled feelings of trepidation, reluctance, and impotent regret.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading The Judge's face was not a strong one--had it been he would not have been seated in the special car, talking with Corrigan.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading A JUDICIAL PUPPET Bowling along over the new tracks toward Manti in a special car secured at Dry Bottom by Corrigan, one compartment of which was packed closely with books, papers, ledger records, legal documents, blanks, and even office furniture, Judge Lindman watched the landscape unfold with mingled feelings of trepidation, reluctance, and impotent regret.

place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed

From this reading A JUDICIAL PUPPET Bowling along over the new tracks toward Manti in a special car secured at Dry Bottom by Corrigan, one compartment of which was packed closely with books, papers, ledger records, legal documents, blanks, and even office furniture, Judge Lindman watched the landscape unfold with mingled feelings of trepidation, reluctance, and impotent regret.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading A JUDICIAL PUPPET Bowling along over the new tracks toward Manti in a special car secured at Dry Bottom by Corrigan, one compartment of which was packed closely with books, papers, ledger records, legal documents, blanks, and even office furniture, Judge Lindman watched the landscape unfold with mingled feelings of trepidation, reluctance, and impotent regret.

above and across; more than

From this reading A JUDICIAL PUPPET Bowling along over the new tracks toward Manti in a special car secured at Dry Bottom by Corrigan, one compartment of which was packed closely with books, papers, ledger records, legal documents, blanks, and even office furniture, Judge Lindman watched the landscape unfold with mingled feelings of trepidation, reluctance, and impotent regret.

extremely crowed or filled to capacity

From this reading A JUDICIAL PUPPET Bowling along over the new tracks toward Manti in a special car secured at Dry Bottom by Corrigan, one compartment of which was packed closely with books, papers, ledger records, legal documents, blanks, and even office furniture, Judge Lindman watched the landscape unfold with mingled feelings of trepidation, reluctance, and impotent regret.

writing that provides information (especially information of an official nature)

From this reading A JUDICIAL PUPPET Bowling along over the new tracks toward Manti in a special car secured at Dry Bottom by Corrigan, one compartment of which was packed closely with books, papers, ledger records, legal documents, blanks, and even office furniture, Judge Lindman watched the landscape unfold with mingled feelings of trepidation, reluctance, and impotent regret.

involving the body as distinguished from the mind or spirit

From this reading His mouth was flaccid, the lips pouting when he compressed his jaws, giving his face the sullen, indecisive look of the brooder lacking the mental and physical courage of independent action and initiative.

-ing form of “pout” — be in a huff and display one's displeasure

From this reading His mouth was flaccid, the lips pouting when he compressed his jaws, giving his face the sullen, indecisive look of the brooder lacking the mental and physical courage of independent action and initiative.

a small figure of a person operated from above with strings by a puppeteer

From this reading A JUDICIAL PUPPET Bowling along over the new tracks toward Manti in a special car secured at Dry Bottom by Corrigan, one compartment of which was packed closely with books, papers, ledger records, legal documents, blanks, and even office furniture, Judge Lindman watched the landscape unfold with mingled feelings of trepidation, reluctance, and impotent regret.

plural of “record” — anything (such as a document or a phonograph record or a photograph) providing permanent evidence of or information about past events

From this reading A JUDICIAL PUPPET Bowling along over the new tracks toward Manti in a special car secured at Dry Bottom by Corrigan, one compartment of which was packed closely with books, papers, ledger records, legal documents, blanks, and even office furniture, Judge Lindman watched the landscape unfold with mingled feelings of trepidation, reluctance, and impotent regret.

feel remorse for; feel sorry for; be contrite about

From this reading A JUDICIAL PUPPET Bowling along over the new tracks toward Manti in a special car secured at Dry Bottom by Corrigan, one compartment of which was packed closely with books, papers, ledger records, legal documents, blanks, and even office furniture, Judge Lindman watched the landscape unfold with mingled feelings of trepidation, reluctance, and impotent regret.

(physics) opposition to magnetic flux (analogous to electric resistance)

From this reading A JUDICIAL PUPPET Bowling along over the new tracks toward Manti in a special car secured at Dry Bottom by Corrigan, one compartment of which was packed closely with books, papers, ledger records, legal documents, blanks, and even office furniture, Judge Lindman watched the landscape unfold with mingled feelings of trepidation, reluctance, and impotent regret.

not move; be in a resting position

From this reading He was just under sixty-five years, and their weight seemed to rest heavily upon him.

(of persons) having the torso erect and legs bent with the body supported on the buttocks

From this reading The Judge's face was not a strong one--had it been he would not have been seated in the special car, talking with Corrigan.

past form of “secure” — get by special effort

From this reading A JUDICIAL PUPPET Bowling along over the new tracks toward Manti in a special car secured at Dry Bottom by Corrigan, one compartment of which was packed closely with books, papers, ledger records, legal documents, blanks, and even office furniture, Judge Lindman watched the landscape unfold with mingled feelings of trepidation, reluctance, and impotent regret.

past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading He was just under sixty-five years, and their weight seemed to rest heavily upon him.

being five more than sixty

From this reading He was just under sixty-five years, and their weight seemed to rest heavily upon him.

to a small degree or extent

From this reading His eyes were slightly bleary, and had a look of weariness, as though he had endured much and was utterly tired.

unique or specific to a person or thing or category

From this reading A JUDICIAL PUPPET Bowling along over the new tracks toward Manti in a special car secured at Dry Bottom by Corrigan, one compartment of which was packed closely with books, papers, ledger records, legal documents, blanks, and even office furniture, Judge Lindman watched the landscape unfold with mingled feelings of trepidation, reluctance, and impotent regret.

having strength or power greater than average or expected

From this reading The Judge's face was not a strong one--had it been he would not have been seated in the special car, talking with Corrigan.

showing a brooding ill humor

From this reading His mouth was flaccid, the lips pouting when he compressed his jaws, giving his face the sullen, indecisive look of the brooder lacking the mental and physical courage of independent action and initiative.

an exchange of ideas via conversation

From this reading The Judge's face was not a strong one--had it been he would not have been seated in the special car, talking with Corrigan.

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

From this reading A JUDICIAL PUPPET Bowling along over the new tracks toward Manti in a special car secured at Dry Bottom by Corrigan, one compartment of which was packed closely with books, papers, ledger records, legal documents, blanks, and even office furniture, Judge Lindman watched the landscape unfold with mingled feelings of trepidation, reluctance, and impotent regret.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading He was just under sixty-five years, and their weight seemed to rest heavily upon him.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading His eyes were slightly bleary, and had a look of weariness, as though he had endured much and was utterly tired.

depleted of strength or energy

From this reading His eyes were slightly bleary, and had a look of weariness, as though he had endured much and was utterly tired.

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

From this reading He was just under sixty-five years, and their weight seemed to rest heavily upon him.

in the direction of

From this reading A JUDICIAL PUPPET Bowling along over the new tracks toward Manti in a special car secured at Dry Bottom by Corrigan, one compartment of which was packed closely with books, papers, ledger records, legal documents, blanks, and even office furniture, Judge Lindman watched the landscape unfold with mingled feelings of trepidation, reluctance, and impotent regret.

plural of “track” — a line or route along which something travels or moves

From this reading A JUDICIAL PUPPET Bowling along over the new tracks toward Manti in a special car secured at Dry Bottom by Corrigan, one compartment of which was packed closely with books, papers, ledger records, legal documents, blanks, and even office furniture, Judge Lindman watched the landscape unfold with mingled feelings of trepidation, reluctance, and impotent regret.

a feeling of alarm or dread

From this reading A JUDICIAL PUPPET Bowling along over the new tracks toward Manti in a special car secured at Dry Bottom by Corrigan, one compartment of which was packed closely with books, papers, ledger records, legal documents, blanks, and even office furniture, Judge Lindman watched the landscape unfold with mingled feelings of trepidation, reluctance, and impotent regret.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading He was just under sixty-five years, and their weight seemed to rest heavily upon him.

develop or come to a promising stage

From this reading A JUDICIAL PUPPET Bowling along over the new tracks toward Manti in a special car secured at Dry Bottom by Corrigan, one compartment of which was packed closely with books, papers, ledger records, legal documents, blanks, and even office furniture, Judge Lindman watched the landscape unfold with mingled feelings of trepidation, reluctance, and impotent regret.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading He was just under sixty-five years, and their weight seemed to rest heavily upon him.

completely and without qualification; used informally as intensifiers

From this reading His eyes were slightly bleary, and had a look of weariness, as though he had endured much and was utterly tired.

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

From this reading A JUDICIAL PUPPET Bowling along over the new tracks toward Manti in a special car secured at Dry Bottom by Corrigan, one compartment of which was packed closely with books, papers, ledger records, legal documents, blanks, and even office furniture, Judge Lindman watched the landscape unfold with mingled feelings of trepidation, reluctance, and impotent regret.

past form of “watch” — look attentively

From this reading A JUDICIAL PUPPET Bowling along over the new tracks toward Manti in a special car secured at Dry Bottom by Corrigan, one compartment of which was packed closely with books, papers, ledger records, legal documents, blanks, and even office furniture, Judge Lindman watched the landscape unfold with mingled feelings of trepidation, reluctance, and impotent regret.

temporary loss of strength and energy resulting from hard physical or mental work

From this reading His eyes were slightly bleary, and had a look of weariness, as though he had endured much and was utterly tired.

the vertical force exerted by a mass as a result of gravity

From this reading He was just under sixty-five years, and their weight seemed to rest heavily upon him.

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

From this reading His eyes were slightly bleary, and had a look of weariness, as though he had endured much and was utterly tired.

at the time that

From this reading His mouth was flaccid, the lips pouting when he compressed his jaws, giving his face the sullen, indecisive look of the brooder lacking the mental and physical courage of independent action and initiative.

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

From this reading A JUDICIAL PUPPET Bowling along over the new tracks toward Manti in a special car secured at Dry Bottom by Corrigan, one compartment of which was packed closely with books, papers, ledger records, legal documents, blanks, and even office furniture, Judge Lindman watched the landscape unfold with mingled feelings of trepidation, reluctance, and impotent regret.

in the company of; together with

From this reading A JUDICIAL PUPPET Bowling along over the new tracks toward Manti in a special car secured at Dry Bottom by Corrigan, one compartment of which was packed closely with books, papers, ledger records, legal documents, blanks, and even office furniture, Judge Lindman watched the landscape unfold with mingled feelings of trepidation, reluctance, and impotent regret.

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

From this reading The Judge's face was not a strong one--had it been he would not have been seated in the special car, talking with Corrigan.

a late time of life

From this reading He was just under sixty-five years, and their weight seemed to rest heavily upon him.