6
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From this reading Joe was supplied with a list of subscribers on Route 6, told to be on hand promptly next afternoon at three-thirty, and took himself away well satisfied.
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Fortunately, he found the circulation manager still on duty when he reached the office, and although that gentleman, who wore a nervous, harassed look, scowled upon him fiercely at first, the scowl gradually faded as Joe stated his mission.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading Unknown to him, Joe had timed his application extremely well, since one of the carriers had that very afternoon been given his dismissal, and it didn’t take more than four minutes to secure what he was after.
the part of the day between noon and evening
From this reading Unknown to him, Joe had timed his application extremely well, since one of the carriers had that very afternoon been given his dismissal, and it didn’t take more than four minutes to secure what he was after.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading Fortunately, he found the circulation manager still on duty when he reached the office, and although that gentleman, who wore a nervous, harassed look, scowled upon him fiercely at first, the scowl gradually faded as Joe stated his mission.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading AUNT SARAH IS SURPRISED The _Recorder_ was an evening paper and came off the press at half-past three, and for that reason Joe had made it first choice over its morning rival, the _Gazette_, which was delivered in the early morning.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading AUNT SARAH IS SURPRISED The _Recorder_ was an evening paper and came off the press at half-past three, and for that reason Joe had made it first choice over its morning rival, the _Gazette_, which was delivered in the early morning.
applicationnounUS /ˌæpləˈkeɪʃən/
the act of bringing something to bear; using it for a particular purpose
From this reading Unknown to him, Joe had timed his application extremely well, since one of the carriers had that very afternoon been given his dismissal, and it didn’t take more than four minutes to secure what he was after.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Fortunately, he found the circulation manager still on duty when he reached the office, and although that gentleman, who wore a nervous, harassed look, scowled upon him fiercely at first, the scowl gradually faded as Joe stated his mission.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading AUNT SARAH IS SURPRISED The _Recorder_ was an evening paper and came off the press at half-past three, and for that reason Joe had made it first choice over its morning rival, the _Gazette_, which was delivered in the early morning.
the sister of your father or mother; the wife of your uncle
From this reading AUNT SARAH IS SURPRISED The _Recorder_ was an evening paper and came off the press at half-past three, and for that reason Joe had made it first choice over its morning rival, the _Gazette_, which was delivered in the early morning.
from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)
From this reading Joe was supplied with a list of subscribers on Route 6, told to be on hand promptly next afternoon at three-thirty, and took himself away well satisfied.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Joe was supplied with a list of subscribers on Route 6, told to be on hand promptly next afternoon at three-thirty, and took himself away well satisfied.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading Unknown to him, Joe had timed his application extremely well, since one of the carriers had that very afternoon been given his dismissal, and it didn’t take more than four minutes to secure what he was after.
(comparative of “good”) superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability; more highly skilled than another
From this reading The route was not a long one and paid less than Joe wished it did, but the manager promised to give him something better if he proved satisfactory and the opportunity occurred.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading The route was not a long one and paid less than Joe wished it did, but the manager promised to give him something better if he proved satisfactory and the opportunity occurred.
inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading AUNT SARAH IS SURPRISED The _Recorder_ was an evening paper and came off the press at half-past three, and for that reason Joe had made it first choice over its morning rival, the _Gazette_, which was delivered in the early morning.
carriersnounUS /ˈkæriərz/
plural of “carrier” — someone whose employment involves carrying something
From this reading Unknown to him, Joe had timed his application extremely well, since one of the carriers had that very afternoon been given his dismissal, and it didn’t take more than four minutes to secure what he was after.
the person or thing chosen or selected
From this reading AUNT SARAH IS SURPRISED The _Recorder_ was an evening paper and came off the press at half-past three, and for that reason Joe had made it first choice over its morning rival, the _Gazette_, which was delivered in the early morning.
circulationnounUS /ˈsɜːrkjəleɪʃən/
the dissemination of copies of periodicals (as newspapers or magazines)
From this reading Fortunately, he found the circulation manager still on duty when he reached the office, and although that gentleman, who wore a nervous, harassed look, scowled upon him fiercely at first, the scowl gradually faded as Joe stated his mission.
past form of “deliver” — deliver (a speech, oration, or idea)
From this reading AUNT SARAH IS SURPRISED The _Recorder_ was an evening paper and came off the press at half-past three, and for that reason Joe had made it first choice over its morning rival, the _Gazette_, which was delivered in the early morning.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading The route was not a long one and paid less than Joe wished it did, but the manager promised to give him something better if he proved satisfactory and the opportunity occurred.
didn't
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From this reading Unknown to him, Joe had timed his application extremely well, since one of the carriers had that very afternoon been given his dismissal, and it didn’t take more than four minutes to secure what he was after.
dismissalnounUS /dɪˈsmɪsəl/
a judgment disposing of the matter without a trial
From this reading Unknown to him, Joe had timed his application extremely well, since one of the carriers had that very afternoon been given his dismissal, and it didn’t take more than four minutes to secure what he was after.
the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force
From this reading Fortunately, he found the circulation manager still on duty when he reached the office, and although that gentleman, who wore a nervous, harassed look, scowled upon him fiercely at first, the scowl gradually faded as Joe stated his mission.
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 AUNT SARAH IS SURPRISED The _Recorder_ was an evening paper and came off the press at half-past three, and for that reason Joe had made it first choice over its morning rival, the _Gazette_, which was delivered in the early morning.
the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)
From this reading AUNT SARAH IS SURPRISED The _Recorder_ was an evening paper and came off the press at half-past three, and for that reason Joe had made it first choice over its morning rival, the _Gazette_, which was delivered in the early morning.
to a high degree or extent; favorably or with much respect
From this reading Unknown to him, Joe had timed his application extremely well, since one of the carriers had that very afternoon been given his dismissal, and it didn’t take more than four minutes to secure what he was after.
fadedadjectiveUS /ˈfeɪdəd/
having lost freshness or brilliance of color
From this reading Fortunately, he found the circulation manager still on duty when he reached the office, and although that gentleman, who wore a nervous, harassed look, scowled upon him fiercely at first, the scowl gradually faded as Joe stated his mission.
fiercelyadverbUS /ˈfɪrsli/
in a physically fierce manner
From this reading Fortunately, he found the circulation manager still on duty when he reached the office, and although that gentleman, who wore a nervous, harassed look, scowled upon him fiercely at first, the scowl gradually faded as Joe stated his mission.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading AUNT SARAH IS SURPRISED The _Recorder_ was an evening paper and came off the press at half-past three, and for that reason Joe had made it first choice over its morning rival, the _Gazette_, which was delivered in the early morning.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading AUNT SARAH IS SURPRISED The _Recorder_ was an evening paper and came off the press at half-past three, and for that reason Joe had made it first choice over its morning rival, the _Gazette_, which was delivered in the early morning.
FortunatelyadverbUS /ˈfɔːrtʃənətli/
by good fortune
From this reading Fortunately, he found the circulation manager still on duty when he reached the office, and although that gentleman, who wore a nervous, harassed look, scowled upon him fiercely at first, the scowl gradually faded as Joe stated his mission.
set up or found
From this reading Fortunately, he found the circulation manager still on duty when he reached the office, and although that gentleman, who wore a nervous, harassed look, scowled upon him fiercely at first, the scowl gradually faded as Joe stated his mission.
the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one
From this reading Unknown to him, Joe had timed his application extremely well, since one of the carriers had that very afternoon been given his dismissal, and it didn’t take more than four minutes to secure what he was after.
GazettenounUS /ɡəˈzet/
a newspaper or official journal
From this reading AUNT SARAH IS SURPRISED The _Recorder_ was an evening paper and came off the press at half-past three, and for that reason Joe had made it first choice over its morning rival, the _Gazette_, which was delivered in the early morning.
a man of refinement
From this reading Fortunately, he found the circulation manager still on duty when he reached the office, and although that gentleman, who wore a nervous, harassed look, scowled upon him fiercely at first, the scowl gradually faded as Joe stated his mission.
cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense
From this reading The route was not a long one and paid less than Joe wished it did, but the manager promised to give him something better if he proved satisfactory and the opportunity occurred.
givenadjectiveUS /ˈɡɪvən/
acknowledged as a supposition
From this reading Unknown to him, Joe had timed his application extremely well, since one of the carriers had that very afternoon been given his dismissal, and it didn’t take more than four minutes to secure what he was after.
in a gradual manner
From this reading Fortunately, he found the circulation manager still on duty when he reached the office, and although that gentleman, who wore a nervous, harassed look, scowled upon him fiercely at first, the scowl gradually faded as Joe stated his mission.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading AUNT SARAH IS SURPRISED The _Recorder_ was an evening paper and came off the press at half-past three, and for that reason Joe had made it first choice over its morning rival, the _Gazette_, which was delivered in the early morning.
half-past
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From this reading AUNT SARAH IS SURPRISED The _Recorder_ was an evening paper and came off the press at half-past three, and for that reason Joe had made it first choice over its morning rival, the _Gazette_, which was delivered in the early morning.
the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb
From this reading Joe was supplied with a list of subscribers on Route 6, told to be on hand promptly next afternoon at three-thirty, and took himself away well satisfied.
harassedadjectiveUS /hərˈæst/
troubled persistently especially with petty annoyances
From this reading Fortunately, he found the circulation manager still on duty when he reached the office, and although that gentleman, who wore a nervous, harassed look, scowled upon him fiercely at first, the scowl gradually faded as Joe stated his mission.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Fortunately, he found the circulation manager still on duty when he reached the office, and although that gentleman, who wore a nervous, harassed look, scowled upon him fiercely at first, the scowl gradually faded as Joe stated his mission.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Fortunately, he found the circulation manager still on duty when he reached the office, and although that gentleman, who wore a nervous, harassed look, scowled upon him fiercely at first, the scowl gradually faded as Joe stated his mission.
used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object
From this reading Joe was supplied with a list of subscribers on Route 6, told to be on hand promptly next afternoon at three-thirty, and took himself away well satisfied.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Fortunately, he found the circulation manager still on duty when he reached the office, and although that gentleman, who wore a nervous, harassed look, scowled upon him fiercely at first, the scowl gradually faded as Joe stated his mission.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading The route was not a long one and paid less than Joe wished it did, but the manager promised to give him something better if he proved satisfactory and the opportunity occurred.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading AUNT SARAH IS SURPRISED The _Recorder_ was an evening paper and came off the press at half-past three, and for that reason Joe had made it first choice over its morning rival, the _Gazette_, which was delivered in the early morning.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading AUNT SARAH IS SURPRISED The _Recorder_ was an evening paper and came off the press at half-past three, and for that reason Joe had made it first choice over its morning rival, the _Gazette_, which was delivered in the early morning.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading AUNT SARAH IS SURPRISED The _Recorder_ was an evening paper and came off the press at half-past three, and for that reason Joe had made it first choice over its morning rival, the _Gazette_, which was delivered in the early morning.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading AUNT SARAH IS SURPRISED The _Recorder_ was an evening paper and came off the press at half-past three, and for that reason Joe had made it first choice over its morning rival, the _Gazette_, which was delivered in the early morning.
Joe
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From this reading AUNT SARAH IS SURPRISED The _Recorder_ was an evening paper and came off the press at half-past three, and for that reason Joe had made it first choice over its morning rival, the _Gazette_, which was delivered in the early morning.
used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs
From this reading The route was not a long one and paid less than Joe wished it did, but the manager promised to give him something better if he proved satisfactory and the opportunity occurred.
give or make a list of; name individually; give the names of
From this reading Joe was supplied with a list of subscribers on Route 6, told to be on hand promptly next afternoon at three-thirty, and took himself away well satisfied.
primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified
From this reading The route was not a long one and paid less than Joe wished it did, but the manager promised to give him something better if he proved satisfactory and the opportunity occurred.
perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading Fortunately, he found the circulation manager still on duty when he reached the office, and although that gentleman, who wore a nervous, harassed look, scowled upon him fiercely at first, the scowl gradually faded as Joe stated his mission.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading AUNT SARAH IS SURPRISED The _Recorder_ was an evening paper and came off the press at half-past three, and for that reason Joe had made it first choice over its morning rival, the _Gazette_, which was delivered in the early morning.
managernounUS /ˈmænədʒər/
someone who controls resources and expenditures
From this reading Fortunately, he found the circulation manager still on duty when he reached the office, and although that gentleman, who wore a nervous, harassed look, scowled upon him fiercely at first, the scowl gradually faded as Joe stated his mission.
a written account of what transpired at a meeting
From this reading Unknown to him, Joe had timed his application extremely well, since one of the carriers had that very afternoon been given his dismissal, and it didn’t take more than four minutes to secure what he was after.
an organization of missionaries in a foreign land sent to carry on religious work
From this reading Fortunately, he found the circulation manager still on duty when he reached the office, and although that gentleman, who wore a nervous, harassed look, scowled upon him fiercely at first, the scowl gradually faded as Joe stated his mission.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading Unknown to him, Joe had timed his application extremely well, since one of the carriers had that very afternoon been given his dismissal, and it didn’t take more than four minutes to secure what he was after.
the time period between dawn and noon
From this reading AUNT SARAH IS SURPRISED The _Recorder_ was an evening paper and came off the press at half-past three, and for that reason Joe had made it first choice over its morning rival, the _Gazette_, which was delivered in the early morning.
easily agitated
From this reading Fortunately, he found the circulation manager still on duty when he reached the office, and although that gentleman, who wore a nervous, harassed look, scowled upon him fiercely at first, the scowl gradually faded as Joe stated his mission.
immediately following in time or order
From this reading Joe was supplied with a list of subscribers on Route 6, told to be on hand promptly next afternoon at three-thirty, and took himself away well satisfied.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading The route was not a long one and paid less than Joe wished it did, but the manager promised to give him something better if he proved satisfactory and the opportunity occurred.
inflected form of “occur” — come to pass
From this reading The route was not a long one and paid less than Joe wished it did, but the manager promised to give him something better if he proved satisfactory and the opportunity occurred.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Unknown to him, Joe had timed his application extremely well, since one of the carriers had that very afternoon been given his dismissal, and it didn’t take more than four minutes to secure what he was after.
from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)
From this reading AUNT SARAH IS SURPRISED The _Recorder_ was an evening paper and came off the press at half-past three, and for that reason Joe had made it first choice over its morning rival, the _Gazette_, which was delivered in the early morning.
place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed
From this reading Fortunately, he found the circulation manager still on duty when he reached the office, and although that gentleman, who wore a nervous, harassed look, scowled upon him fiercely at first, the scowl gradually faded as Joe stated his mission.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Fortunately, he found the circulation manager still on duty when he reached the office, and although that gentleman, who wore a nervous, harassed look, scowled upon him fiercely at first, the scowl gradually faded as Joe stated his mission.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading Unknown to him, Joe had timed his application extremely well, since one of the carriers had that very afternoon been given his dismissal, and it didn’t take more than four minutes to secure what he was after.
a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances
From this reading The route was not a long one and paid less than Joe wished it did, but the manager promised to give him something better if he proved satisfactory and the opportunity occurred.
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading AUNT SARAH IS SURPRISED The _Recorder_ was an evening paper and came off the press at half-past three, and for that reason Joe had made it first choice over its morning rival, the _Gazette_, which was delivered in the early morning.
marked by the reception of pay
From this reading The route was not a long one and paid less than Joe wished it did, but the manager promised to give him something better if he proved satisfactory and the opportunity occurred.
a material made of cellulose pulp derived mainly from wood or rags or certain grasses
From this reading AUNT SARAH IS SURPRISED The _Recorder_ was an evening paper and came off the press at half-past three, and for that reason Joe had made it first choice over its morning rival, the _Gazette_, which was delivered in the early morning.
exert pressure or force to or upon
From this reading AUNT SARAH IS SURPRISED The _Recorder_ was an evening paper and came off the press at half-past three, and for that reason Joe had made it first choice over its morning rival, the _Gazette_, which was delivered in the early morning.
past form of “promise” — make a promise or commitment
From this reading The route was not a long one and paid less than Joe wished it did, but the manager promised to give him something better if he proved satisfactory and the opportunity occurred.
with little or no delay
From this reading Joe was supplied with a list of subscribers on Route 6, told to be on hand promptly next afternoon at three-thirty, and took himself away well satisfied.
established beyond doubt
From this reading The route was not a long one and paid less than Joe wished it did, but the manager promised to give him something better if he proved satisfactory and the opportunity occurred.
past form of “reach” — reach a destination, either real or abstract
From this reading Fortunately, he found the circulation manager still on duty when he reached the office, and although that gentleman, who wore a nervous, harassed look, scowled upon him fiercely at first, the scowl gradually faded as Joe stated his mission.
a rational motive for a belief or action
From this reading AUNT SARAH IS SURPRISED The _Recorder_ was an evening paper and came off the press at half-past three, and for that reason Joe had made it first choice over its morning rival, the _Gazette_, which was delivered in the early morning.
RecordernounUS /rɪˈkɔːrdər/
equipment for making records
From this reading AUNT SARAH IS SURPRISED The _Recorder_ was an evening paper and came off the press at half-past three, and for that reason Joe had made it first choice over its morning rival, the _Gazette_, which was delivered in the early morning.
rivalverbUS /ˈraɪvəl/
be equal to in quality or ability
From this reading AUNT SARAH IS SURPRISED The _Recorder_ was an evening paper and came off the press at half-past three, and for that reason Joe had made it first choice over its morning rival, the _Gazette_, which was delivered in the early morning.
routenounUS /ruːt/
an established line of travel or access
From this reading The route was not a long one and paid less than Joe wished it did, but the manager promised to give him something better if he proved satisfactory and the opportunity occurred.
SARAHnounUS /ˈserə/
(Old Testament) the wife of Abraham and mother of Isaac
From this reading AUNT SARAH IS SURPRISED The _Recorder_ was an evening paper and came off the press at half-past three, and for that reason Joe had made it first choice over its morning rival, the _Gazette_, which was delivered in the early morning.
satisfactoryadjectiveUS /ˌsætəˈsfæktri/
giving satisfaction
From this reading The route was not a long one and paid less than Joe wished it did, but the manager promised to give him something better if he proved satisfactory and the opportunity occurred.
filled with satisfaction
From this reading Joe was supplied with a list of subscribers on Route 6, told to be on hand promptly next afternoon at three-thirty, and took himself away well satisfied.
scowlnounUS /skaʊl/
a facial expression of dislike or displeasure
From this reading Fortunately, he found the circulation manager still on duty when he reached the office, and although that gentleman, who wore a nervous, harassed look, scowled upon him fiercely at first, the scowl gradually faded as Joe stated his mission.
scowledverbUS /skaʊld/
past form of “scowl” — frown with displeasure
From this reading Fortunately, he found the circulation manager still on duty when he reached the office, and although that gentleman, who wore a nervous, harassed look, scowled upon him fiercely at first, the scowl gradually faded as Joe stated his mission.
get by special effort
From this reading Unknown to him, Joe had timed his application extremely well, since one of the carriers had that very afternoon been given his dismissal, and it didn’t take more than four minutes to secure what he was after.
sinceprepositionUS /sɪns/
from a time in the past until now
From this reading Unknown to him, Joe had timed his application extremely well, since one of the carriers had that very afternoon been given his dismissal, and it didn’t take more than four minutes to secure what he was after.
a thing, without saying which
From this reading The route was not a long one and paid less than Joe wished it did, but the manager promised to give him something better if he proved satisfactory and the opportunity occurred.
statedadjectiveUS /ˈsteɪtɪd/
declared as fact; explicitly stated
From this reading Fortunately, he found the circulation manager still on duty when he reached the office, and although that gentleman, who wore a nervous, harassed look, scowled upon him fiercely at first, the scowl gradually faded as Joe stated his mission.
not in physical motion
From this reading Fortunately, he found the circulation manager still on duty when he reached the office, and although that gentleman, who wore a nervous, harassed look, scowled upon him fiercely at first, the scowl gradually faded as Joe stated his mission.
subscribersnounUS /səbˈskraɪbərz/
plural of “subscriber” — someone who expresses strong approval
From this reading Joe was supplied with a list of subscribers on Route 6, told to be on hand promptly next afternoon at three-thirty, and took himself away well satisfied.
suppliedverbUS /səˈplaɪd/
inflected form of “supply” — give something useful or necessary to
From this reading Joe was supplied with a list of subscribers on Route 6, told to be on hand promptly next afternoon at three-thirty, and took himself away well satisfied.
taken unawares or suddenly and feeling wonder or astonishment
From this reading AUNT SARAH IS SURPRISED The _Recorder_ was an evening paper and came off the press at half-past three, and for that reason Joe had made it first choice over its morning rival, the _Gazette_, which was delivered in the early morning.
carry out
From this reading Unknown to him, Joe had timed his application extremely well, since one of the carriers had that very afternoon been given his dismissal, and it didn’t take more than four minutes to secure what he was after.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading Unknown to him, Joe had timed his application extremely well, since one of the carriers had that very afternoon been given his dismissal, and it didn’t take more than four minutes to secure what he was after.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading AUNT SARAH IS SURPRISED The _Recorder_ was an evening paper and came off the press at half-past three, and for that reason Joe had made it first choice over its morning rival, the _Gazette_, which was delivered in the early morning.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading AUNT SARAH IS SURPRISED The _Recorder_ was an evening paper and came off the press at half-past three, and for that reason Joe had made it first choice over its morning rival, the _Gazette_, which was delivered in the early morning.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one
From this reading AUNT SARAH IS SURPRISED The _Recorder_ was an evening paper and came off the press at half-past three, and for that reason Joe had made it first choice over its morning rival, the _Gazette_, which was delivered in the early morning.
three-thirty
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From this reading Joe was supplied with a list of subscribers on Route 6, told to be on hand promptly next afternoon at three-thirty, and took himself away well satisfied.
timedadjectiveUS /taɪmd/
regularly spaced in time
From this reading Unknown to him, Joe had timed his application extremely well, since one of the carriers had that very afternoon been given his dismissal, and it didn’t take more than four minutes to secure what he was after.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Unknown to him, Joe had timed his application extremely well, since one of the carriers had that very afternoon been given his dismissal, and it didn’t take more than four minutes to secure what he was after.
inflected form of “tell” — express in words
From this reading Joe was supplied with a list of subscribers on Route 6, told to be on hand promptly next afternoon at three-thirty, and took himself away well satisfied.
inflected form of “take” — carry out
From this reading Joe was supplied with a list of subscribers on Route 6, told to be on hand promptly next afternoon at three-thirty, and took himself away well satisfied.
not known
From this reading Unknown to him, Joe had timed his application extremely well, since one of the carriers had that very afternoon been given his dismissal, and it didn’t take more than four minutes to secure what he was after.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading Fortunately, he found the circulation manager still on duty when he reached the office, and although that gentleman, who wore a nervous, harassed look, scowled upon him fiercely at first, the scowl gradually faded as Joe stated his mission.
precisely as stated
From this reading Unknown to him, Joe had timed his application extremely well, since one of the carriers had that very afternoon been given his dismissal, and it didn’t take more than four minutes to secure what he was after.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading AUNT SARAH IS SURPRISED The _Recorder_ was an evening paper and came off the press at half-past three, and for that reason Joe had made it first choice over its morning rival, the _Gazette_, which was delivered in the early morning.
(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)
From this reading Unknown to him, Joe had timed his application extremely well, since one of the carriers had that very afternoon been given his dismissal, and it didn’t take more than four minutes to secure what he was after.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading Unknown to him, Joe had timed his application extremely well, since one of the carriers had that very afternoon been given his dismissal, and it didn’t take more than four minutes to secure what he was after.
at the time that
From this reading Fortunately, he found the circulation manager still on duty when he reached the office, and although that gentleman, who wore a nervous, harassed look, scowled upon him fiercely at first, the scowl gradually faded as Joe stated his mission.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading AUNT SARAH IS SURPRISED The _Recorder_ was an evening paper and came off the press at half-past three, and for that reason Joe had made it first choice over its morning rival, the _Gazette_, which was delivered in the early morning.
which person or people
From this reading Fortunately, he found the circulation manager still on duty when he reached the office, and although that gentleman, who wore a nervous, harassed look, scowled upon him fiercely at first, the scowl gradually faded as Joe stated his mission.
past form of “wish” — hope for; have a wish
From this reading The route was not a long one and paid less than Joe wished it did, but the manager promised to give him something better if he proved satisfactory and the opportunity occurred.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Joe was supplied with a list of subscribers on Route 6, told to be on hand promptly next afternoon at three-thirty, and took himself away well satisfied.
inflected form of “wear” — be dressed in
From this reading Fortunately, he found the circulation manager still on duty when he reached the office, and although that gentleman, who wore a nervous, harassed look, scowled upon him fiercely at first, the scowl gradually faded as Joe stated his mission.
