used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading STRIKING OUT Jack was able to say all he did simply because they were separated from the nearest group of men by considerable distance; moreover, the pack persisted in talking and laughing, as though absolutely free from care, doubtless filled with the belief that their lot was a most enviable one--which apparently was the case.
abilitynounUS /əˈbɪlətiː/
the quality of being able to perform; a quality that permits or facilitates achievement or accomplishment
From this reading He understood just what a perilous mission Jack was entrusting to his sole care; and how success, or failure, would depend on his ability to measure up to the confidence reposed in him.
(usually followed by “to”) having the necessary means or skill or know-how or authority to do something
From this reading STRIKING OUT Jack was able to say all he did simply because they were separated from the nearest group of men by considerable distance; moreover, the pack persisted in talking and laughing, as though absolutely free from care, doubtless filled with the belief that their lot was a most enviable one--which apparently was the case.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading "When I think it's about time for you to start things going, we'll slip away, so as to be on our road when the fun gets hot and furious; they might begin to scour the whole neighborhood if they suspected some enemy of starting the racket.
completely and without qualification; used informally as intensifiers
From this reading STRIKING OUT Jack was able to say all he did simply because they were separated from the nearest group of men by considerable distance; moreover, the pack persisted in talking and laughing, as though absolutely free from care, doubtless filled with the belief that their lot was a most enviable one--which apparently was the case.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading "Jest where am I to meet up with yeou agin, after I finish my job, suh?" he whispered; even trying to carry out his assumed character when there was really no need for such a thing, showing how the habit was apparently getting a pretty stiff grip on Perk, it would seem.
agin
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From this reading "Jest where am I to meet up with yeou agin, after I finish my job, suh?" he whispered; even trying to carry out his assumed character when there was really no need for such a thing, showing how the habit was apparently getting a pretty stiff grip on Perk, it would seem.
(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 STRIKING OUT Jack was able to say all he did simply because they were separated from the nearest group of men by considerable distance; moreover, the pack persisted in talking and laughing, as though absolutely free from care, doubtless filled with the belief that their lot was a most enviable one--which apparently was the case.
the form of “be” used with “I”
From this reading "Jest where am I to meet up with yeou agin, after I finish my job, suh?" he whispered; even trying to carry out his assumed character when there was really no need for such a thing, showing how the habit was apparently getting a pretty stiff grip on Perk, it would seem.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading STRIKING OUT Jack was able to say all he did simply because they were separated from the nearest group of men by considerable distance; moreover, the pack persisted in talking and laughing, as though absolutely free from care, doubtless filled with the belief that their lot was a most enviable one--which apparently was the case.
from appearances alone
From this reading STRIKING OUT Jack was able to say all he did simply because they were separated from the nearest group of men by considerable distance; moreover, the pack persisted in talking and laughing, as though absolutely free from care, doubtless filled with the belief that their lot was a most enviable one--which apparently was the case.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading STRIKING OUT Jack was able to say all he did simply because they were separated from the nearest group of men by considerable distance; moreover, the pack persisted in talking and laughing, as though absolutely free from care, doubtless filled with the belief that their lot was a most enviable one--which apparently was the case.
adopted in order to deceive
From this reading "Jest where am I to meet up with yeou agin, after I finish my job, suh?" he whispered; even trying to carry out his assumed character when there was really no need for such a thing, showing how the habit was apparently getting a pretty stiff grip on Perk, it would seem.
from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)
From this reading "When I think it's about time for you to start things going, we'll slip away, so as to be on our road when the fun gets hot and furious; they might begin to scour the whole neighborhood if they suspected some enemy of starting the racket.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading "When I think it's about time for you to start things going, we'll slip away, so as to be on our road when the fun gets hot and furious; they might begin to scour the whole neighborhood if they suspected some enemy of starting the racket.
for the reason that
From this reading STRIKING OUT Jack was able to say all he did simply because they were separated from the nearest group of men by considerable distance; moreover, the pack persisted in talking and laughing, as though absolutely free from care, doubtless filled with the belief that their lot was a most enviable one--which apparently was the case.
take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading "When I think it's about time for you to start things going, we'll slip away, so as to be on our road when the fun gets hot and furious; they might begin to scour the whole neighborhood if they suspected some enemy of starting the racket.
any cognitive content held as true
From this reading STRIKING OUT Jack was able to say all he did simply because they were separated from the nearest group of men by considerable distance; moreover, the pack persisted in talking and laughing, as though absolutely free from care, doubtless filled with the belief that their lot was a most enviable one--which apparently was the case.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading STRIKING OUT Jack was able to say all he did simply because they were separated from the nearest group of men by considerable distance; moreover, the pack persisted in talking and laughing, as though absolutely free from care, doubtless filled with the belief that their lot was a most enviable one--which apparently was the case.
the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something
From this reading STRIKING OUT Jack was able to say all he did simply because they were separated from the nearest group of men by considerable distance; moreover, the pack persisted in talking and laughing, as though absolutely free from care, doubtless filled with the belief that their lot was a most enviable one--which apparently was the case.
move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body
From this reading "Jest where am I to meet up with yeou agin, after I finish my job, suh?" he whispered; even trying to carry out his assumed character when there was really no need for such a thing, showing how the habit was apparently getting a pretty stiff grip on Perk, it would seem.
an occurrence of something
From this reading STRIKING OUT Jack was able to say all he did simply because they were separated from the nearest group of men by considerable distance; moreover, the pack persisted in talking and laughing, as though absolutely free from care, doubtless filled with the belief that their lot was a most enviable one--which apparently was the case.
an imaginary person represented in a work of fiction (play or film or story)
From this reading "Jest where am I to meet up with yeou agin, after I finish my job, suh?" he whispered; even trying to carry out his assumed character when there was really no need for such a thing, showing how the habit was apparently getting a pretty stiff grip on Perk, it would seem.
freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities
From this reading He understood just what a perilous mission Jack was entrusting to his sole care; and how success, or failure, would depend on his ability to measure up to the confidence reposed in him.
large or relatively large in number or amount or extent or degree
From this reading STRIKING OUT Jack was able to say all he did simply because they were separated from the nearest group of men by considerable distance; moreover, the pack persisted in talking and laughing, as though absolutely free from care, doubtless filled with the belief that their lot was a most enviable one--which apparently was the case.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading Perk kept as tight a rein on his enthusiasm as he possibly could.
dependverbUS /dɪˈpend/
be contingent upon (something that is elided)
From this reading He understood just what a perilous mission Jack was entrusting to his sole care; and how success, or failure, would depend on his ability to measure up to the confidence reposed in him.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading STRIKING OUT Jack was able to say all he did simply because they were separated from the nearest group of men by considerable distance; moreover, the pack persisted in talking and laughing, as though absolutely free from care, doubtless filled with the belief that their lot was a most enviable one--which apparently was the case.
the property created by the space between two objects or points
From this reading STRIKING OUT Jack was able to say all he did simply because they were separated from the nearest group of men by considerable distance; moreover, the pack persisted in talking and laughing, as though absolutely free from care, doubtless filled with the belief that their lot was a most enviable one--which apparently was the case.
without doubt; certainly
From this reading STRIKING OUT Jack was able to say all he did simply because they were separated from the nearest group of men by considerable distance; moreover, the pack persisted in talking and laughing, as though absolutely free from care, doubtless filled with the belief that their lot was a most enviable one--which apparently was the case.
an opposing military force
From this reading "When I think it's about time for you to start things going, we'll slip away, so as to be on our road when the fun gets hot and furious; they might begin to scour the whole neighborhood if they suspected some enemy of starting the racket.
a feeling of excitement
From this reading Perk kept as tight a rein on his enthusiasm as he possibly could.
entrustingverbUS /enˈtrʌstɪŋ/
-ing form of “entrust” — confer a trust upon
From this reading He understood just what a perilous mission Jack was entrusting to his sole care; and how success, or failure, would depend on his ability to measure up to the confidence reposed in him.
enviableadjectiveUS /ˈenviəbəl/
causing envy
From this reading STRIKING OUT Jack was able to say all he did simply because they were separated from the nearest group of men by considerable distance; moreover, the pack persisted in talking and laughing, as though absolutely free from care, doubtless filled with the belief that their lot was a most enviable one--which apparently was the case.
divisible by two
From this reading "Jest where am I to meet up with yeou agin, after I finish my job, suh?" he whispered; even trying to carry out his assumed character when there was really no need for such a thing, showing how the habit was apparently getting a pretty stiff grip on Perk, it would seem.
an act that fails
From this reading He understood just what a perilous mission Jack was entrusting to his sole care; and how success, or failure, would depend on his ability to measure up to the confidence reposed in him.
(usually followed by “with” or used as a combining form) generously supplied with
From this reading STRIKING OUT Jack was able to say all he did simply because they were separated from the nearest group of men by considerable distance; moreover, the pack persisted in talking and laughing, as though absolutely free from care, doubtless filled with the belief that their lot was a most enviable one--which apparently was the case.
come or bring to a finish or an end
From this reading "Jest where am I to meet up with yeou agin, after I finish my job, suh?" he whispered; even trying to carry out his assumed character when there was really no need for such a thing, showing how the habit was apparently getting a pretty stiff grip on Perk, it would seem.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading "Jest where am I to meet up with yeou agin, after I finish my job, suh?" he whispered; even trying to carry out his assumed character when there was really no need for such a thing, showing how the habit was apparently getting a pretty stiff grip on Perk, it would seem.
grant freedom to; free from confinement
From this reading STRIKING OUT Jack was able to say all he did simply because they were separated from the nearest group of men by considerable distance; moreover, the pack persisted in talking and laughing, as though absolutely free from care, doubtless filled with the belief that their lot was a most enviable one--which apparently was the case.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading STRIKING OUT Jack was able to say all he did simply because they were separated from the nearest group of men by considerable distance; moreover, the pack persisted in talking and laughing, as though absolutely free from care, doubtless filled with the belief that their lot was a most enviable one--which apparently was the case.
activities that are enjoyable or amusing
From this reading "When I think it's about time for you to start things going, we'll slip away, so as to be on our road when the fun gets hot and furious; they might begin to scour the whole neighborhood if they suspected some enemy of starting the racket.
furiousadjectiveUS /ˈfjʊriəs/
marked by extreme and violent energy
From this reading "When I think it's about time for you to start things going, we'll slip away, so as to be on our road when the fun gets hot and furious; they might begin to scour the whole neighborhood if they suspected some enemy of starting the racket.
plural of “get” — a return on a shot that seemed impossible to reach and would normally have resulted in a point for the opponent
From this reading "When I think it's about time for you to start things going, we'll slip away, so as to be on our road when the fun gets hot and furious; they might begin to scour the whole neighborhood if they suspected some enemy of starting the racket.
the act of acquiring something
From this reading "Jest where am I to meet up with yeou agin, after I finish my job, suh?" he whispered; even trying to carry out his assumed character when there was really no need for such a thing, showing how the habit was apparently getting a pretty stiff grip on Perk, it would seem.
the act of departing
From this reading "When I think it's about time for you to start things going, we'll slip away, so as to be on our road when the fun gets hot and furious; they might begin to scour the whole neighborhood if they suspected some enemy of starting the racket.
gripnounUS /ɡrɪp/
the act of grasping
From this reading "Jest where am I to meet up with yeou agin, after I finish my job, suh?" he whispered; even trying to carry out his assumed character when there was really no need for such a thing, showing how the habit was apparently getting a pretty stiff grip on Perk, it would seem.
any number of entities (members) considered as a unit
From this reading STRIKING OUT Jack was able to say all he did simply because they were separated from the nearest group of men by considerable distance; moreover, the pack persisted in talking and laughing, as though absolutely free from care, doubtless filled with the belief that their lot was a most enviable one--which apparently was the case.
an established custom
From this reading "Jest where am I to meet up with yeou agin, after I finish my job, suh?" he whispered; even trying to carry out his assumed character when there was really no need for such a thing, showing how the habit was apparently getting a pretty stiff grip on Perk, it would seem.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading STRIKING OUT Jack was able to say all he did simply because they were separated from the nearest group of men by considerable distance; moreover, the pack persisted in talking and laughing, as though absolutely free from care, doubtless filled with the belief that their lot was a most enviable one--which apparently was the case.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading He understood just what a perilous mission Jack was entrusting to his sole care; and how success, or failure, would depend on his ability to measure up to the confidence reposed in him.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Perk kept as tight a rein on his enthusiasm as he possibly could.
used of physical heat; having a high or higher than desirable temperature or giving off heat or feeling or causing a sensation of heat or burning
From this reading "When I think it's about time for you to start things going, we'll slip away, so as to be on our road when the fun gets hot and furious; they might begin to scour the whole neighborhood if they suspected some enemy of starting the racket.
how
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From this reading He understood just what a perilous mission Jack was entrusting to his sole care; and how success, or failure, would depend on his ability to measure up to the confidence reposed in him.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading "Jest where am I to meet up with yeou agin, after I finish my job, suh?" he whispered; even trying to carry out his assumed character when there was really no need for such a thing, showing how the habit was apparently getting a pretty stiff grip on Perk, it would seem.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading "When I think it's about time for you to start things going, we'll slip away, so as to be on our road when the fun gets hot and furious; they might begin to scour the whole neighborhood if they suspected some enemy of starting the racket.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading STRIKING OUT Jack was able to say all he did simply because they were separated from the nearest group of men by considerable distance; moreover, the pack persisted in talking and laughing, as though absolutely free from care, doubtless filled with the belief that their lot was a most enviable one--which apparently was the case.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading "Jest where am I to meet up with yeou agin, after I finish my job, suh?" he whispered; even trying to carry out his assumed character when there was really no need for such a thing, showing how the habit was apparently getting a pretty stiff grip on Perk, it would seem.
it's
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From this reading "When I think it's about time for you to start things going, we'll slip away, so as to be on our road when the fun gets hot and furious; they might begin to scour the whole neighborhood if they suspected some enemy of starting the racket.
a small worthless amount
From this reading STRIKING OUT Jack was able to say all he did simply because they were separated from the nearest group of men by considerable distance; moreover, the pack persisted in talking and laughing, as though absolutely free from care, doubtless filled with the belief that their lot was a most enviable one--which apparently was the case.
a humorous anecdote or remark intended to provoke laughter
From this reading "Jest where am I to meet up with yeou agin, after I finish my job, suh?" he whispered; even trying to carry out his assumed character when there was really no need for such a thing, showing how the habit was apparently getting a pretty stiff grip on Perk, it would seem.
the principal activity in your life that you do to earn money
From this reading "Jest where am I to meet up with yeou agin, after I finish my job, suh?" he whispered; even trying to carry out his assumed character when there was really no need for such a thing, showing how the habit was apparently getting a pretty stiff grip on Perk, it would seem.
and nothing more
From this reading He understood just what a perilous mission Jack was entrusting to his sole care; and how success, or failure, would depend on his ability to measure up to the confidence reposed in him.
(especially of promises or contracts) not violated or disregarded
From this reading Perk kept as tight a rein on his enthusiasm as he possibly could.
showing or feeling mirth or pleasure or happiness
From this reading STRIKING OUT Jack was able to say all he did simply because they were separated from the nearest group of men by considerable distance; moreover, the pack persisted in talking and laughing, as though absolutely free from care, doubtless filled with the belief that their lot was a most enviable one--which apparently was the case.
(often followed by “of”) a large number or amount or extent
From this reading STRIKING OUT Jack was able to say all he did simply because they were separated from the nearest group of men by considerable distance; moreover, the pack persisted in talking and laughing, as though absolutely free from care, doubtless filled with the belief that their lot was a most enviable one--which apparently was the case.
any maneuver made as part of progress toward a goal
From this reading He understood just what a perilous mission Jack was entrusting to his sole care; and how success, or failure, would depend on his ability to measure up to the confidence reposed in him.
come together
From this reading "Jest where am I to meet up with yeou agin, after I finish my job, suh?" he whispered; even trying to carry out his assumed character when there was really no need for such a thing, showing how the habit was apparently getting a pretty stiff grip on Perk, it would seem.
the force of workers available
From this reading STRIKING OUT Jack was able to say all he did simply because they were separated from the nearest group of men by considerable distance; moreover, the pack persisted in talking and laughing, as though absolutely free from care, doubtless filled with the belief that their lot was a most enviable one--which apparently was the case.
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading "When I think it's about time for you to start things going, we'll slip away, so as to be on our road when the fun gets hot and furious; they might begin to scour the whole neighborhood if they suspected some enemy of starting the racket.
an organization of missionaries in a foreign land sent to carry on religious work
From this reading He understood just what a perilous mission Jack was entrusting to his sole care; and how success, or failure, would depend on his ability to measure up to the confidence reposed in him.
in addition to what has just been said
From this reading STRIKING OUT Jack was able to say all he did simply because they were separated from the nearest group of men by considerable distance; moreover, the pack persisted in talking and laughing, as though absolutely free from care, doubtless filled with the belief that their lot was a most enviable one--which apparently was the case.
used to form the superlative
From this reading STRIKING OUT Jack was able to say all he did simply because they were separated from the nearest group of men by considerable distance; moreover, the pack persisted in talking and laughing, as though absolutely free from care, doubtless filled with the belief that their lot was a most enviable one--which apparently was the case.
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading "Jest where am I to meet up with yeou agin, after I finish my job, suh?" he whispered; even trying to carry out his assumed character when there was really no need for such a thing, showing how the habit was apparently getting a pretty stiff grip on Perk, it would seem.
(superlative of “near” or “close”) within the shortest distance
From this reading STRIKING OUT Jack was able to say all he did simply because they were separated from the nearest group of men by considerable distance; moreover, the pack persisted in talking and laughing, as though absolutely free from care, doubtless filled with the belief that their lot was a most enviable one--which apparently was the case.
a condition requiring relief
From this reading "Jest where am I to meet up with yeou agin, after I finish my job, suh?" he whispered; even trying to carry out his assumed character when there was really no need for such a thing, showing how the habit was apparently getting a pretty stiff grip on Perk, it would seem.
neighborhoodnounUS /ˈneɪbərhʊd/
a surrounding or nearby region
From this reading "When I think it's about time for you to start things going, we'll slip away, so as to be on our road when the fun gets hot and furious; they might begin to scour the whole neighborhood if they suspected some enemy of starting the racket.
not any; not one
From this reading "Jest where am I to meet up with yeou agin, after I finish my job, suh?" he whispered; even trying to carry out his assumed character when there was really no need for such a thing, showing how the habit was apparently getting a pretty stiff grip on Perk, it would seem.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading STRIKING OUT Jack was able to say all he did simply because they were separated from the nearest group of men by considerable distance; moreover, the pack persisted in talking and laughing, as though absolutely free from care, doubtless filled with the belief that their lot was a most enviable one--which apparently was the case.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Perk kept as tight a rein on his enthusiasm as he possibly could.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading STRIKING OUT Jack was able to say all he did simply because they were separated from the nearest group of men by considerable distance; moreover, the pack persisted in talking and laughing, as though absolutely free from care, doubtless filled with the belief that their lot was a most enviable one--which apparently was the case.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading He understood just what a perilous mission Jack was entrusting to his sole care; and how success, or failure, would depend on his ability to measure up to the confidence reposed in him.
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading "When I think it's about time for you to start things going, we'll slip away, so as to be on our road when the fun gets hot and furious; they might begin to scour the whole neighborhood if they suspected some enemy of starting the racket.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading STRIKING OUT Jack was able to say all he did simply because they were separated from the nearest group of men by considerable distance; moreover, the pack persisted in talking and laughing, as though absolutely free from care, doubtless filled with the belief that their lot was a most enviable one--which apparently was the case.
arrange in a container
From this reading STRIKING OUT Jack was able to say all he did simply because they were separated from the nearest group of men by considerable distance; moreover, the pack persisted in talking and laughing, as though absolutely free from care, doubtless filled with the belief that their lot was a most enviable one--which apparently was the case.
perilousadjectiveUS /ˈperələs/
fraught with danger
From this reading He understood just what a perilous mission Jack was entrusting to his sole care; and how success, or failure, would depend on his ability to measure up to the confidence reposed in him.
PerknounUS /pɜːrk/
an incidental benefit awarded for certain types of employment (especially if it is regarded as a right)
From this reading Perk kept as tight a rein on his enthusiasm as he possibly could.
persistedverbUS /pərˈsɪstɪd/
past form of “persist” — continue to exist
From this reading STRIKING OUT Jack was able to say all he did simply because they were separated from the nearest group of men by considerable distance; moreover, the pack persisted in talking and laughing, as though absolutely free from care, doubtless filled with the belief that their lot was a most enviable one--which apparently was the case.
by chance
From this reading Perk kept as tight a rein on his enthusiasm as he possibly could.
pleasing by delicacy or grace; not imposing
From this reading "Jest where am I to meet up with yeou agin, after I finish my job, suh?" he whispered; even trying to carry out his assumed character when there was really no need for such a thing, showing how the habit was apparently getting a pretty stiff grip on Perk, it would seem.
racketnounUS /ˈrækɪt/
a loud and disturbing noise
From this reading "When I think it's about time for you to start things going, we'll slip away, so as to be on our road when the fun gets hot and furious; they might begin to scour the whole neighborhood if they suspected some enemy of starting the racket.
in accordance with truth or fact or reality
From this reading "Jest where am I to meet up with yeou agin, after I finish my job, suh?" he whispered; even trying to carry out his assumed character when there was really no need for such a thing, showing how the habit was apparently getting a pretty stiff grip on Perk, it would seem.
reinverbUS /reɪn/
control and direct with or as if by reins
From this reading Perk kept as tight a rein on his enthusiasm as he possibly could.
reposed
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From this reading He understood just what a perilous mission Jack was entrusting to his sole care; and how success, or failure, would depend on his ability to measure up to the confidence reposed in him.
an open way (generally public) for travel or transportation
From this reading "When I think it's about time for you to start things going, we'll slip away, so as to be on our road when the fun gets hot and furious; they might begin to scour the whole neighborhood if they suspected some enemy of starting the racket.
express in words
From this reading STRIKING OUT Jack was able to say all he did simply because they were separated from the nearest group of men by considerable distance; moreover, the pack persisted in talking and laughing, as though absolutely free from care, doubtless filled with the belief that their lot was a most enviable one--which apparently was the case.
scourverbUS /ˈskaʊər/
examine minutely
From this reading "When I think it's about time for you to start things going, we'll slip away, so as to be on our road when the fun gets hot and furious; they might begin to scour the whole neighborhood if they suspected some enemy of starting the racket.
give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading "Jest where am I to meet up with yeou agin, after I finish my job, suh?" he whispered; even trying to carry out his assumed character when there was really no need for such a thing, showing how the habit was apparently getting a pretty stiff grip on Perk, it would seem.
being or feeling set or kept apart from others
From this reading STRIKING OUT Jack was able to say all he did simply because they were separated from the nearest group of men by considerable distance; moreover, the pack persisted in talking and laughing, as though absolutely free from care, doubtless filled with the belief that their lot was a most enviable one--which apparently was the case.
the display of a motion picture
From this reading "Jest where am I to meet up with yeou agin, after I finish my job, suh?" he whispered; even trying to carry out his assumed character when there was really no need for such a thing, showing how the habit was apparently getting a pretty stiff grip on Perk, it would seem.
and nothing more
From this reading STRIKING OUT Jack was able to say all he did simply because they were separated from the nearest group of men by considerable distance; moreover, the pack persisted in talking and laughing, as though absolutely free from care, doubtless filled with the belief that their lot was a most enviable one--which apparently was the case.
move stealthily
From this reading "When I think it's about time for you to start things going, we'll slip away, so as to be on our road when the fun gets hot and furious; they might begin to scour the whole neighborhood if they suspected some enemy of starting the racket.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading "When I think it's about time for you to start things going, we'll slip away, so as to be on our road when the fun gets hot and furious; they might begin to scour the whole neighborhood if they suspected some enemy of starting the racket.
solenounUS /soʊl/
the underside of footwear or a golf club
From this reading He understood just what a perilous mission Jack was entrusting to his sole care; and how success, or failure, would depend on his ability to measure up to the confidence reposed in him.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading "When I think it's about time for you to start things going, we'll slip away, so as to be on our road when the fun gets hot and furious; they might begin to scour the whole neighborhood if they suspected some enemy of starting the racket.
take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading "When I think it's about time for you to start things going, we'll slip away, so as to be on our road when the fun gets hot and furious; they might begin to scour the whole neighborhood if they suspected some enemy of starting the racket.
(especially of eyes) bulging or protruding as with fear
From this reading "When I think it's about time for you to start things going, we'll slip away, so as to be on our road when the fun gets hot and furious; they might begin to scour the whole neighborhood if they suspected some enemy of starting the racket.
not moving or operating freely
From this reading "Jest where am I to meet up with yeou agin, after I finish my job, suh?" he whispered; even trying to carry out his assumed character when there was really no need for such a thing, showing how the habit was apparently getting a pretty stiff grip on Perk, it would seem.
sensational in appearance or thrilling in effect
From this reading STRIKING OUT Jack was able to say all he did simply because they were separated from the nearest group of men by considerable distance; moreover, the pack persisted in talking and laughing, as though absolutely free from care, doubtless filled with the belief that their lot was a most enviable one--which apparently was the case.
an event that accomplishes its intended purpose
From this reading He understood just what a perilous mission Jack was entrusting to his sole care; and how success, or failure, would depend on his ability to measure up to the confidence reposed in him.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading "Jest where am I to meet up with yeou agin, after I finish my job, suh?" he whispered; even trying to carry out his assumed character when there was really no need for such a thing, showing how the habit was apparently getting a pretty stiff grip on Perk, it would seem.
suh
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From this reading "Jest where am I to meet up with yeou agin, after I finish my job, suh?" he whispered; even trying to carry out his assumed character when there was really no need for such a thing, showing how the habit was apparently getting a pretty stiff grip on Perk, it would seem.
believed likely
From this reading "When I think it's about time for you to start things going, we'll slip away, so as to be on our road when the fun gets hot and furious; they might begin to scour the whole neighborhood if they suspected some enemy of starting the racket.
an exchange of ideas via conversation
From this reading STRIKING OUT Jack was able to say all he did simply because they were separated from the nearest group of men by considerable distance; moreover, the pack persisted in talking and laughing, as though absolutely free from care, doubtless filled with the belief that their lot was a most enviable one--which apparently was the case.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading STRIKING OUT Jack was able to say all he did simply because they were separated from the nearest group of men by considerable distance; moreover, the pack persisted in talking and laughing, as though absolutely free from care, doubtless filled with the belief that their lot was a most enviable one--which apparently was the case.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading STRIKING OUT Jack was able to say all he did simply because they were separated from the nearest group of men by considerable distance; moreover, the pack persisted in talking and laughing, as though absolutely free from care, doubtless filled with the belief that their lot was a most enviable one--which apparently was the case.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading STRIKING OUT Jack was able to say all he did simply because they were separated from the nearest group of men by considerable distance; moreover, the pack persisted in talking and laughing, as though absolutely free from care, doubtless filled with the belief that their lot was a most enviable one--which apparently was the case.
in or at that place or location
From this reading "Jest where am I to meet up with yeou agin, after I finish my job, suh?" he whispered; even trying to carry out his assumed character when there was really no need for such a thing, showing how the habit was apparently getting a pretty stiff grip on Perk, it would seem.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading STRIKING OUT Jack was able to say all he did simply because they were separated from the nearest group of men by considerable distance; moreover, the pack persisted in talking and laughing, as though absolutely free from care, doubtless filled with the belief that their lot was a most enviable one--which apparently was the case.
a special situation
From this reading "Jest where am I to meet up with yeou agin, after I finish my job, suh?" he whispered; even trying to carry out his assumed character when there was really no need for such a thing, showing how the habit was apparently getting a pretty stiff grip on Perk, it would seem.
any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)
From this reading "When I think it's about time for you to start things going, we'll slip away, so as to be on our road when the fun gets hot and furious; they might begin to scour the whole neighborhood if they suspected some enemy of starting the racket.
judge or regard; look upon; judge
From this reading "When I think it's about time for you to start things going, we'll slip away, so as to be on our road when the fun gets hot and furious; they might begin to scour the whole neighborhood if they suspected some enemy of starting the racket.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading STRIKING OUT Jack was able to say all he did simply because they were separated from the nearest group of men by considerable distance; moreover, the pack persisted in talking and laughing, as though absolutely free from care, doubtless filled with the belief that their lot was a most enviable one--which apparently was the case.
closely constrained or constricted or constricting
From this reading Perk kept as tight a rein on his enthusiasm as he possibly could.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading "When I think it's about time for you to start things going, we'll slip away, so as to be on our road when the fun gets hot and furious; they might begin to scour the whole neighborhood if they suspected some enemy of starting the racket.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading STRIKING OUT Jack was able to say all he did simply because they were separated from the nearest group of men by considerable distance; moreover, the pack persisted in talking and laughing, as though absolutely free from care, doubtless filled with the belief that their lot was a most enviable one--which apparently was the case.
hard to endure
From this reading "Jest where am I to meet up with yeou agin, after I finish my job, suh?" he whispered; even trying to carry out his assumed character when there was really no need for such a thing, showing how the habit was apparently getting a pretty stiff grip on Perk, it would seem.
fully apprehended as to purport or meaning or explanation
From this reading He understood just what a perilous mission Jack was entrusting to his sole care; and how success, or failure, would depend on his ability to measure up to the confidence reposed in him.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading He understood just what a perilous mission Jack was entrusting to his sole care; and how success, or failure, would depend on his ability to measure up to the confidence reposed in him.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading STRIKING OUT Jack was able to say all he did simply because they were separated from the nearest group of men by considerable distance; moreover, the pack persisted in talking and laughing, as though absolutely free from care, doubtless filled with the belief that their lot was a most enviable one--which apparently was the case.
we'll
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading "When I think it's about time for you to start things going, we'll slip away, so as to be on our road when the fun gets hot and furious; they might begin to scour the whole neighborhood if they suspected some enemy of starting the racket.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading STRIKING OUT Jack was able to say all he did simply because they were separated from the nearest group of men by considerable distance; moreover, the pack persisted in talking and laughing, as though absolutely free from care, doubtless filled with the belief that their lot was a most enviable one--which apparently was the case.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading He understood just what a perilous mission Jack was entrusting to his sole care; and how success, or failure, would depend on his ability to measure up to the confidence reposed in him.
at the time that
From this reading "Jest where am I to meet up with yeou agin, after I finish my job, suh?" he whispered; even trying to carry out his assumed character when there was really no need for such a thing, showing how the habit was apparently getting a pretty stiff grip on Perk, it would seem.
in or at the place that
From this reading "Jest where am I to meet up with yeou agin, after I finish my job, suh?" he whispered; even trying to carry out his assumed character when there was really no need for such a thing, showing how the habit was apparently getting a pretty stiff grip on Perk, it would seem.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading STRIKING OUT Jack was able to say all he did simply because they were separated from the nearest group of men by considerable distance; moreover, the pack persisted in talking and laughing, as though absolutely free from care, doubtless filled with the belief that their lot was a most enviable one--which apparently was the case.
spoken in soft hushed tones without vibrations of the vocal cords
From this reading "Jest where am I to meet up with yeou agin, after I finish my job, suh?" he whispered; even trying to carry out his assumed character when there was really no need for such a thing, showing how the habit was apparently getting a pretty stiff grip on Perk, it would seem.
including all components without exception; being one unit or constituting the full amount or extent or duration; complete
From this reading "When I think it's about time for you to start things going, we'll slip away, so as to be on our road when the fun gets hot and furious; they might begin to scour the whole neighborhood if they suspected some enemy of starting the racket.
in the company of; together with
From this reading STRIKING OUT Jack was able to say all he did simply because they were separated from the nearest group of men by considerable distance; moreover, the pack persisted in talking and laughing, as though absolutely free from care, doubtless filled with the belief that their lot was a most enviable one--which apparently was the case.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading He understood just what a perilous mission Jack was entrusting to his sole care; and how success, or failure, would depend on his ability to measure up to the confidence reposed in him.
yeou
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading "Jest where am I to meet up with yeou agin, after I finish my job, suh?" he whispered; even trying to carry out his assumed character when there was really no need for such a thing, showing how the habit was apparently getting a pretty stiff grip on Perk, it would seem.
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading "When I think it's about time for you to start things going, we'll slip away, so as to be on our road when the fun gets hot and furious; they might begin to scour the whole neighborhood if they suspected some enemy of starting the racket.
