used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading A BOY ON CRUTCHES Two workouts that day, although each was brief, left Stuart’s body rather lame, for, while he had led a mildly strenuous life in camp and at sea during the last three months, some of the muscles brought into play in football practice were decidedly flabby.
acknowledgeverbUS /ækˈnɑːlɪdʒ/
declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of
From this reading At supper that first evening, although he hid his twinges, the fact that he appeared to be the only one of the squad inconvenienced by the day’s activities caused him to acknowledge to himself that there might be something in summer training after all!
activitiesnounUS /ækˈtɪvətiz/
plural of “activity” — any specific behavior
From this reading At supper that first evening, although he hid his twinges, the fact that he appeared to be the only one of the squad inconvenienced by the day’s activities caused him to acknowledge to himself that there might be something in summer training after all!
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading At supper that first evening, although he hid his twinges, the fact that he appeared to be the only one of the squad inconvenienced by the day’s activities caused him to acknowledge to himself that there might be something in summer training after all!
(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 At supper that first evening, although he hid his twinges, the fact that he appeared to be the only one of the squad inconvenienced by the day’s activities caused him to acknowledge to himself that there might be something in summer training after all!
in spite of the fact that
From this reading A BOY ON CRUTCHES Two workouts that day, although each was brief, left Stuart’s body rather lame, for, while he had led a mildly strenuous life in camp and at sea during the last three months, some of the muscles brought into play in football practice were decidedly flabby.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading There was, for instance, the coach’s plan of doing away with the training table, as silly an idea as Stuart had ever heard of!
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading A BOY ON CRUTCHES Two workouts that day, although each was brief, left Stuart’s body rather lame, for, while he had led a mildly strenuous life in camp and at sea during the last three months, some of the muscles brought into play in football practice were decidedly flabby.
past form of “appear” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading At supper that first evening, although he hid his twinges, the fact that he appeared to be the only one of the squad inconvenienced by the day’s activities caused him to acknowledge to himself that there might be something in summer training after all!
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading There was, for instance, the coach’s plan of doing away with the training table, as silly an idea as Stuart had ever heard of!
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading A BOY ON CRUTCHES Two workouts that day, although each was brief, left Stuart’s body rather lame, for, while he had led a mildly strenuous life in camp and at sea during the last three months, some of the muscles brought into play in football practice were decidedly flabby.
from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)
From this reading There was, for instance, the coach’s plan of doing away with the training table, as silly an idea as Stuart had ever heard of!
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading At supper that first evening, although he hid his twinges, the fact that he appeared to be the only one of the squad inconvenienced by the day’s activities caused him to acknowledge to himself that there might be something in summer training after all!
the entire physical structure of an organism (an animal, plant, or human being)
From this reading A BOY ON CRUTCHES Two workouts that day, although each was brief, left Stuart’s body rather lame, for, while he had led a mildly strenuous life in camp and at sea during the last three months, some of the muscles brought into play in football practice were decidedly flabby.
a youthful male person
From this reading A BOY ON CRUTCHES Two workouts that day, although each was brief, left Stuart’s body rather lame, for, while he had led a mildly strenuous life in camp and at sea during the last three months, some of the muscles brought into play in football practice were decidedly flabby.
of short duration or distance
From this reading A BOY ON CRUTCHES Two workouts that day, although each was brief, left Stuart’s body rather lame, for, while he had led a mildly strenuous life in camp and at sea during the last three months, some of the muscles brought into play in football practice were decidedly flabby.
inflected form of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere
From this reading A BOY ON CRUTCHES Two workouts that day, although each was brief, left Stuart’s body rather lame, for, while he had led a mildly strenuous life in camp and at sea during the last three months, some of the muscles brought into play in football practice were decidedly flabby.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading At supper that first evening, although he hid his twinges, the fact that he appeared to be the only one of the squad inconvenienced by the day’s activities caused him to acknowledge to himself that there might be something in summer training after all!
temporary living quarters specially built by the army for soldiers
From this reading A BOY ON CRUTCHES Two workouts that day, although each was brief, left Stuart’s body rather lame, for, while he had led a mildly strenuous life in camp and at sea during the last three months, some of the muscles brought into play in football practice were decidedly flabby.
campaignnounUS /kæmˈpeɪn/
a race between candidates for elective office
From this reading He prepared for the conference with Coach Haynes by determining to be rather on his dignity, telling himself that, in the interest of future harmony, it would be well to deal with the other with a firm hand, to let him understand right at the start that revolutionary changes in the conduct of the team or the campaign would not be welcomed.
an officer holding a rank below a major but above a lieutenant
From this reading Stern measures now might prevent later trouble, the captain reflected.
past form of “cause” — give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally
From this reading At supper that first evening, although he hid his twinges, the fact that he appeared to be the only one of the squad inconvenienced by the day’s activities caused him to acknowledge to himself that there might be something in summer training after all!
changesnounUS /ˈtʃeɪndʒəz/
plural of “change” — an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another
From this reading He prepared for the conference with Coach Haynes by determining to be rather on his dignity, telling himself that, in the interest of future harmony, it would be well to deal with the other with a firm hand, to let him understand right at the start that revolutionary changes in the conduct of the team or the campaign would not be welcomed.
teach and supervise (someone); act as a trainer or coach (to), as in sports
From this reading He prepared for the conference with Coach Haynes by determining to be rather on his dignity, telling himself that, in the interest of future harmony, it would be well to deal with the other with a firm hand, to let him understand right at the start that revolutionary changes in the conduct of the team or the campaign would not be welcomed.
coach'snounUS /ˈkoʊtʃɪz/
possessive form of “coach” — (sports) someone in charge of training an athlete or a team
From this reading There was, for instance, the coach’s plan of doing away with the training table, as silly an idea as Stuart had ever heard of!
direct the course of; manage or control
From this reading He prepared for the conference with Coach Haynes by determining to be rather on his dignity, telling himself that, in the interest of future harmony, it would be well to deal with the other with a firm hand, to let him understand right at the start that revolutionary changes in the conduct of the team or the campaign would not be welcomed.
conferencenounUS /ˈkɑːnfərəns/
a prearranged meeting for consultation or exchange of information or discussion (especially one with a formal agenda)
From this reading He prepared for the conference with Coach Haynes by determining to be rather on his dignity, telling himself that, in the interest of future harmony, it would be well to deal with the other with a firm hand, to let him understand right at the start that revolutionary changes in the conduct of the team or the campaign would not be welcomed.
CRUTCHESnounUS /ˈkrʌtʃɪz/
plural of “crutch” — a wooden or metal staff that fits under the armpit and reaches to the ground; used by disabled person while walking
From this reading A BOY ON CRUTCHES Two workouts that day, although each was brief, left Stuart’s body rather lame, for, while he had led a mildly strenuous life in camp and at sea during the last three months, some of the muscles brought into play in football practice were decidedly flabby.
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading A BOY ON CRUTCHES Two workouts that day, although each was brief, left Stuart’s body rather lame, for, while he had led a mildly strenuous life in camp and at sea during the last three months, some of the muscles brought into play in football practice were decidedly flabby.
day'snounUS /deɪz/
possessive form of “day” — time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading At supper that first evening, although he hid his twinges, the fact that he appeared to be the only one of the squad inconvenienced by the day’s activities caused him to acknowledge to himself that there might be something in summer training after all!
act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression
From this reading He prepared for the conference with Coach Haynes by determining to be rather on his dignity, telling himself that, in the interest of future harmony, it would be well to deal with the other with a firm hand, to let him understand right at the start that revolutionary changes in the conduct of the team or the campaign would not be welcomed.
decidedlyadverbUS /ˌdɪˈsaɪdədli/
without question and beyond doubt
From this reading A BOY ON CRUTCHES Two workouts that day, although each was brief, left Stuart’s body rather lame, for, while he had led a mildly strenuous life in camp and at sea during the last three months, some of the muscles brought into play in football practice were decidedly flabby.
determiningadjectiveUS /dɪˈtɜːrmənɪŋ/
having the power or quality of deciding
From this reading He prepared for the conference with Coach Haynes by determining to be rather on his dignity, telling himself that, in the interest of future harmony, it would be well to deal with the other with a firm hand, to let him understand right at the start that revolutionary changes in the conduct of the team or the campaign would not be welcomed.
the quality of being worthy of esteem or respect
From this reading He prepared for the conference with Coach Haynes by determining to be rather on his dignity, telling himself that, in the interest of future harmony, it would be well to deal with the other with a firm hand, to let him understand right at the start that revolutionary changes in the conduct of the team or the campaign would not be welcomed.
-ing form of “do” — engage in
From this reading There was, for instance, the coach’s plan of doing away with the training table, as silly an idea as Stuart had ever heard of!
all through a period, or at some point within it
From this reading A BOY ON CRUTCHES Two workouts that day, although each was brief, left Stuart’s body rather lame, for, while he had led a mildly strenuous life in camp and at sea during the last three months, some of the muscles brought into play in football practice were decidedly flabby.
every one of two or more people or things, taken separately
From this reading A BOY ON CRUTCHES Two workouts that day, although each was brief, left Stuart’s body rather lame, for, while he had led a mildly strenuous life in camp and at sea during the last three months, some of the muscles brought into play in football practice were decidedly flabby.
the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)
From this reading At supper that first evening, although he hid his twinges, the fact that he appeared to be the only one of the squad inconvenienced by the day’s activities caused him to acknowledge to himself that there might be something in summer training after all!
at any time
From this reading There was, for instance, the coach’s plan of doing away with the training table, as silly an idea as Stuart had ever heard of!
a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred
From this reading At supper that first evening, although he hid his twinges, the fact that he appeared to be the only one of the squad inconvenienced by the day’s activities caused him to acknowledge to himself that there might be something in summer training after all!
marked by firm determination or resolution; not shakable
From this reading He prepared for the conference with Coach Haynes by determining to be rather on his dignity, telling himself that, in the interest of future harmony, it would be well to deal with the other with a firm hand, to let him understand right at the start that revolutionary changes in the conduct of the team or the campaign would not be welcomed.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading At supper that first evening, although he hid his twinges, the fact that he appeared to be the only one of the squad inconvenienced by the day’s activities caused him to acknowledge to himself that there might be something in summer training after all!
flabbyadjectiveUS /ˈflæbi/
out of condition; not strong or robust; incapable of exertion or endurance
From this reading A BOY ON CRUTCHES Two workouts that day, although each was brief, left Stuart’s body rather lame, for, while he had led a mildly strenuous life in camp and at sea during the last three months, some of the muscles brought into play in football practice were decidedly flabby.
footballnounUS /ˈfʊtbɔːl/
any of various games played with a ball (round or oval) in which two teams try to kick or carry or propel the ball into each other's goal
From this reading A BOY ON CRUTCHES Two workouts that day, although each was brief, left Stuart’s body rather lame, for, while he had led a mildly strenuous life in camp and at sea during the last three months, some of the muscles brought into play in football practice were decidedly flabby.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading A BOY ON CRUTCHES Two workouts that day, although each was brief, left Stuart’s body rather lame, for, while he had led a mildly strenuous life in camp and at sea during the last three months, some of the muscles brought into play in football practice were decidedly flabby.
yet to be or coming
From this reading He prepared for the conference with Coach Haynes by determining to be rather on his dignity, telling himself that, in the interest of future harmony, it would be well to deal with the other with a firm hand, to let him understand right at the start that revolutionary changes in the conduct of the team or the campaign would not be welcomed.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading A BOY ON CRUTCHES Two workouts that day, although each was brief, left Stuart’s body rather lame, for, while he had led a mildly strenuous life in camp and at sea during the last three months, some of the muscles brought into play in football practice were decidedly flabby.
the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb
From this reading He prepared for the conference with Coach Haynes by determining to be rather on his dignity, telling himself that, in the interest of future harmony, it would be well to deal with the other with a firm hand, to let him understand right at the start that revolutionary changes in the conduct of the team or the campaign would not be welcomed.
harmonynounUS /ˈhɑːrməni/
compatibility in opinion and action
From this reading He prepared for the conference with Coach Haynes by determining to be rather on his dignity, telling himself that, in the interest of future harmony, it would be well to deal with the other with a firm hand, to let him understand right at the start that revolutionary changes in the conduct of the team or the campaign would not be welcomed.
Haynes
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From this reading He prepared for the conference with Coach Haynes by determining to be rather on his dignity, telling himself that, in the interest of future harmony, it would be well to deal with the other with a firm hand, to let him understand right at the start that revolutionary changes in the conduct of the team or the campaign would not be welcomed.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading A BOY ON CRUTCHES Two workouts that day, although each was brief, left Stuart’s body rather lame, for, while he had led a mildly strenuous life in camp and at sea during the last three months, some of the muscles brought into play in football practice were decidedly flabby.
detected or perceived by the sense of hearing
From this reading There was, for instance, the coach’s plan of doing away with the training table, as silly an idea as Stuart had ever heard of!
inflected form of “hide” — prevent from being seen or discovered
From this reading At supper that first evening, although he hid his twinges, the fact that he appeared to be the only one of the squad inconvenienced by the day’s activities caused him to acknowledge to himself that there might be something in summer training after all!
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading At supper that first evening, although he hid his twinges, the fact that he appeared to be the only one of the squad inconvenienced by the day’s activities caused him to acknowledge to himself that there might be something in summer training after all!
used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object
From this reading At supper that first evening, although he hid his twinges, the fact that he appeared to be the only one of the squad inconvenienced by the day’s activities caused him to acknowledge to himself that there might be something in summer training after all!
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading At supper that first evening, although he hid his twinges, the fact that he appeared to be the only one of the squad inconvenienced by the day’s activities caused him to acknowledge to himself that there might be something in summer training after all!
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading There was, for instance, the coach’s plan of doing away with the training table, as silly an idea as Stuart had ever heard of!
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading A BOY ON CRUTCHES Two workouts that day, although each was brief, left Stuart’s body rather lame, for, while he had led a mildly strenuous life in camp and at sea during the last three months, some of the muscles brought into play in football practice were decidedly flabby.
inconveniencedverbUS /ˌɪnkənˈviːnjənst/
past form of “inconvenience” — to cause inconvenience or discomfort to
From this reading At supper that first evening, although he hid his twinges, the fact that he appeared to be the only one of the squad inconvenienced by the day’s activities caused him to acknowledge to himself that there might be something in summer training after all!
an occurrence of something
From this reading There was, for instance, the coach’s plan of doing away with the training table, as silly an idea as Stuart had ever heard of!
a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something
From this reading He prepared for the conference with Coach Haynes by determining to be rather on his dignity, telling himself that, in the interest of future harmony, it would be well to deal with the other with a firm hand, to let him understand right at the start that revolutionary changes in the conduct of the team or the campaign would not be welcomed.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading A BOY ON CRUTCHES Two workouts that day, although each was brief, left Stuart’s body rather lame, for, while he had led a mildly strenuous life in camp and at sea during the last three months, some of the muscles brought into play in football practice were decidedly flabby.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading He prepared for the conference with Coach Haynes by determining to be rather on his dignity, telling himself that, in the interest of future harmony, it would be well to deal with the other with a firm hand, to let him understand right at the start that revolutionary changes in the conduct of the team or the campaign would not be welcomed.
lamenounUS /leɪm/
someone who doesn't understand what is going on
From this reading A BOY ON CRUTCHES Two workouts that day, although each was brief, left Stuart’s body rather lame, for, while he had led a mildly strenuous life in camp and at sea during the last three months, some of the muscles brought into play in football practice were decidedly flabby.
immediately past
From this reading A BOY ON CRUTCHES Two workouts that day, although each was brief, left Stuart’s body rather lame, for, while he had led a mildly strenuous life in camp and at sea during the last three months, some of the muscles brought into play in football practice were decidedly flabby.
happening at a time subsequent to a reference time
From this reading Stern measures now might prevent later trouble, the captain reflected.
diode such that light emitted at a p-n junction is proportional to the bias current; color depends on the material used
From this reading A BOY ON CRUTCHES Two workouts that day, although each was brief, left Stuart’s body rather lame, for, while he had led a mildly strenuous life in camp and at sea during the last three months, some of the muscles brought into play in football practice were decidedly flabby.
location near or direction toward the left side; i.e. the side to the north when a person or object faces east
From this reading A BOY ON CRUTCHES Two workouts that day, although each was brief, left Stuart’s body rather lame, for, while he had led a mildly strenuous life in camp and at sea during the last three months, some of the muscles brought into play in football practice were decidedly flabby.
letauxiliary verbUS /let/
used to make a suggestion or a command including the speaker
From this reading He prepared for the conference with Coach Haynes by determining to be rather on his dignity, telling himself that, in the interest of future harmony, it would be well to deal with the other with a firm hand, to let him understand right at the start that revolutionary changes in the conduct of the team or the campaign would not be welcomed.
a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading A BOY ON CRUTCHES Two workouts that day, although each was brief, left Stuart’s body rather lame, for, while he had led a mildly strenuous life in camp and at sea during the last three months, some of the muscles brought into play in football practice were decidedly flabby.
measuresnounUS /ˈmeʒərz/
plural of “measure” — any maneuver made as part of progress toward a goal
From this reading Stern measures now might prevent later trouble, the captain reflected.
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading At supper that first evening, although he hid his twinges, the fact that he appeared to be the only one of the squad inconvenienced by the day’s activities caused him to acknowledge to himself that there might be something in summer training after all!
mildlyadverbUS /ˈmaɪldli/
to a moderate degree
From this reading A BOY ON CRUTCHES Two workouts that day, although each was brief, left Stuart’s body rather lame, for, while he had led a mildly strenuous life in camp and at sea during the last three months, some of the muscles brought into play in football practice were decidedly flabby.
plural of “month” — one of the twelve divisions of the calendar year
From this reading A BOY ON CRUTCHES Two workouts that day, although each was brief, left Stuart’s body rather lame, for, while he had led a mildly strenuous life in camp and at sea during the last three months, some of the muscles brought into play in football practice were decidedly flabby.
musclesnounUS /ˈmʌsəlz/
plural of “muscle” — one of the contractile organs of the body
From this reading A BOY ON CRUTCHES Two workouts that day, although each was brief, left Stuart’s body rather lame, for, while he had led a mildly strenuous life in camp and at sea during the last three months, some of the muscles brought into play in football practice were decidedly flabby.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading He prepared for the conference with Coach Haynes by determining to be rather on his dignity, telling himself that, in the interest of future harmony, it would be well to deal with the other with a firm hand, to let him understand right at the start that revolutionary changes in the conduct of the team or the campaign would not be welcomed.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading Stern measures now might prevent later trouble, the captain reflected.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading A BOY ON CRUTCHES Two workouts that day, although each was brief, left Stuart’s body rather lame, for, while he had led a mildly strenuous life in camp and at sea during the last three months, some of the muscles brought into play in football practice were decidedly flabby.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading A BOY ON CRUTCHES Two workouts that day, although each was brief, left Stuart’s body rather lame, for, while he had led a mildly strenuous life in camp and at sea during the last three months, some of the muscles brought into play in football practice were decidedly flabby.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading At supper that first evening, although he hid his twinges, the fact that he appeared to be the only one of the squad inconvenienced by the day’s activities caused him to acknowledge to himself that there might be something in summer training after all!
and nothing more
From this reading At supper that first evening, although he hid his twinges, the fact that he appeared to be the only one of the squad inconvenienced by the day’s activities caused him to acknowledge to himself that there might be something in summer training after all!
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading He prepared for the conference with Coach Haynes by determining to be rather on his dignity, telling himself that, in the interest of future harmony, it would be well to deal with the other with a firm hand, to let him understand right at the start that revolutionary changes in the conduct of the team or the campaign would not be welcomed.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading He prepared for the conference with Coach Haynes by determining to be rather on his dignity, telling himself that, in the interest of future harmony, it would be well to deal with the other with a firm hand, to let him understand right at the start that revolutionary changes in the conduct of the team or the campaign would not be welcomed.
have the will and intention to carry out some action
From this reading There was, for instance, the coach’s plan of doing away with the training table, as silly an idea as Stuart had ever heard of!
participate in games or sport
From this reading A BOY ON CRUTCHES Two workouts that day, although each was brief, left Stuart’s body rather lame, for, while he had led a mildly strenuous life in camp and at sea during the last three months, some of the muscles brought into play in football practice were decidedly flabby.
a customary way of operation or behavior
From this reading A BOY ON CRUTCHES Two workouts that day, although each was brief, left Stuart’s body rather lame, for, while he had led a mildly strenuous life in camp and at sea during the last three months, some of the muscles brought into play in football practice were decidedly flabby.
made ready or fit or suitable beforehand
From this reading He prepared for the conference with Coach Haynes by determining to be rather on his dignity, telling himself that, in the interest of future harmony, it would be well to deal with the other with a firm hand, to let him understand right at the start that revolutionary changes in the conduct of the team or the campaign would not be welcomed.
keep from happening or arising; make impossible
From this reading Stern measures now might prevent later trouble, the captain reflected.
on the contrary
From this reading A BOY ON CRUTCHES Two workouts that day, although each was brief, left Stuart’s body rather lame, for, while he had led a mildly strenuous life in camp and at sea during the last three months, some of the muscles brought into play in football practice were decidedly flabby.
(especially of incident sound or light) bent or sent back
From this reading Stern measures now might prevent later trouble, the captain reflected.
revolutionaryadjectiveUS /ˌrevəˈluːʃəneri/
markedly new or introducing radical change
From this reading He prepared for the conference with Coach Haynes by determining to be rather on his dignity, telling himself that, in the interest of future harmony, it would be well to deal with the other with a firm hand, to let him understand right at the start that revolutionary changes in the conduct of the team or the campaign would not be welcomed.
precisely, exactly
From this reading He prepared for the conference with Coach Haynes by determining to be rather on his dignity, telling himself that, in the interest of future harmony, it would be well to deal with the other with a firm hand, to let him understand right at the start that revolutionary changes in the conduct of the team or the campaign would not be welcomed.
a division of an ocean or a large body of salt water partially enclosed by land
From this reading A BOY ON CRUTCHES Two workouts that day, although each was brief, left Stuart’s body rather lame, for, while he had led a mildly strenuous life in camp and at sea during the last three months, some of the muscles brought into play in football practice were decidedly flabby.
ludicrous, foolish
From this reading There was, for instance, the coach’s plan of doing away with the training table, as silly an idea as Stuart had ever heard of!
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading A BOY ON CRUTCHES Two workouts that day, although each was brief, left Stuart’s body rather lame, for, while he had led a mildly strenuous life in camp and at sea during the last three months, some of the muscles brought into play in football practice were decidedly flabby.
a thing, without saying which
From this reading At supper that first evening, although he hid his twinges, the fact that he appeared to be the only one of the squad inconvenienced by the day’s activities caused him to acknowledge to himself that there might be something in summer training after all!
squadnounUS /skwɑːd/
a smallest army unit
From this reading At supper that first evening, although he hid his twinges, the fact that he appeared to be the only one of the squad inconvenienced by the day’s activities caused him to acknowledge to himself that there might be something in summer training after all!
take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading He prepared for the conference with Coach Haynes by determining to be rather on his dignity, telling himself that, in the interest of future harmony, it would be well to deal with the other with a firm hand, to let him understand right at the start that revolutionary changes in the conduct of the team or the campaign would not be welcomed.
SternadjectiveUS /stɜːrn/
of a stern or strict bearing or demeanor; forbidding in aspect
From this reading Stern measures now might prevent later trouble, the captain reflected.
strenuousadjectiveUS /ˈstrenjuːəs/
characterized by or performed with much energy or force
From this reading A BOY ON CRUTCHES Two workouts that day, although each was brief, left Stuart’s body rather lame, for, while he had led a mildly strenuous life in camp and at sea during the last three months, some of the muscles brought into play in football practice were decidedly flabby.
StuartnounUS /ˈstuːərt/
United States painter best known for his portraits of George Washington (1755-1828)
From this reading There was, for instance, the coach’s plan of doing away with the training table, as silly an idea as Stuart had ever heard of!
Stuart'snounUS /ˈstuːərts/
possessive form of “stuart” — United States painter best known for his portraits of George Washington (1755-1828)
From this reading A BOY ON CRUTCHES Two workouts that day, although each was brief, left Stuart’s body rather lame, for, while he had led a mildly strenuous life in camp and at sea during the last three months, some of the muscles brought into play in football practice were decidedly flabby.
the warmest season of the year; in the northern hemisphere it extends from the summer solstice to the autumnal equinox
From this reading At supper that first evening, although he hid his twinges, the fact that he appeared to be the only one of the squad inconvenienced by the day’s activities caused him to acknowledge to himself that there might be something in summer training after all!
a light evening meal; served in early evening if dinner is at midday or served late in the evening at bedtime
From this reading At supper that first evening, although he hid his twinges, the fact that he appeared to be the only one of the squad inconvenienced by the day’s activities caused him to acknowledge to himself that there might be something in summer training after all!
a set of data arranged in rows and columns
From this reading There was, for instance, the coach’s plan of doing away with the training table, as silly an idea as Stuart had ever heard of!
teamnounUS /tiːm/
a cooperative unit (especially in sports)
From this reading He prepared for the conference with Coach Haynes by determining to be rather on his dignity, telling himself that, in the interest of future harmony, it would be well to deal with the other with a firm hand, to let him understand right at the start that revolutionary changes in the conduct of the team or the campaign would not be welcomed.
disclosing unintentionally something concealed
From this reading He prepared for the conference with Coach Haynes by determining to be rather on his dignity, telling himself that, in the interest of future harmony, it would be well to deal with the other with a firm hand, to let him understand right at the start that revolutionary changes in the conduct of the team or the campaign would not be welcomed.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading A BOY ON CRUTCHES Two workouts that day, although each was brief, left Stuart’s body rather lame, for, while he had led a mildly strenuous life in camp and at sea during the last three months, some of the muscles brought into play in football practice were decidedly flabby.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading A BOY ON CRUTCHES Two workouts that day, although each was brief, left Stuart’s body rather lame, for, while he had led a mildly strenuous life in camp and at sea during the last three months, some of the muscles brought into play in football practice were decidedly flabby.
in or at that place or location
From this reading At supper that first evening, although he hid his twinges, the fact that he appeared to be the only one of the squad inconvenienced by the day’s activities caused him to acknowledge to himself that there might be something in summer training after all!
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one
From this reading A BOY ON CRUTCHES Two workouts that day, although each was brief, left Stuart’s body rather lame, for, while he had led a mildly strenuous life in camp and at sea during the last three months, some of the muscles brought into play in football practice were decidedly flabby.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading At supper that first evening, although he hid his twinges, the fact that he appeared to be the only one of the squad inconvenienced by the day’s activities caused him to acknowledge to himself that there might be something in summer training after all!
trainingnounUS /ˈtreɪnɪŋ/
activity leading to skilled behavior
From this reading At supper that first evening, although he hid his twinges, the fact that he appeared to be the only one of the squad inconvenienced by the day’s activities caused him to acknowledge to himself that there might be something in summer training after all!
a source of difficulty
From this reading Stern measures now might prevent later trouble, the captain reflected.
twinges
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From this reading At supper that first evening, although he hid his twinges, the fact that he appeared to be the only one of the squad inconvenienced by the day’s activities caused him to acknowledge to himself that there might be something in summer training after all!
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading A BOY ON CRUTCHES Two workouts that day, although each was brief, left Stuart’s body rather lame, for, while he had led a mildly strenuous life in camp and at sea during the last three months, some of the muscles brought into play in football practice were decidedly flabby.
know and comprehend the nature or meaning of
From this reading He prepared for the conference with Coach Haynes by determining to be rather on his dignity, telling himself that, in the interest of future harmony, it would be well to deal with the other with a firm hand, to let him understand right at the start that revolutionary changes in the conduct of the team or the campaign would not be welcomed.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading A BOY ON CRUTCHES Two workouts that day, although each was brief, left Stuart’s body rather lame, for, while he had led a mildly strenuous life in camp and at sea during the last three months, some of the muscles brought into play in football practice were decidedly flabby.
welcomedverbUS /ˈwelkəmd/
past form of “welcome” — accept gladly
From this reading He prepared for the conference with Coach Haynes by determining to be rather on his dignity, telling himself that, in the interest of future harmony, it would be well to deal with the other with a firm hand, to let him understand right at the start that revolutionary changes in the conduct of the team or the campaign would not be welcomed.
(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 He prepared for the conference with Coach Haynes by determining to be rather on his dignity, telling himself that, in the interest of future harmony, it would be well to deal with the other with a firm hand, to let him understand right at the start that revolutionary changes in the conduct of the team or the campaign would not be welcomed.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading A BOY ON CRUTCHES Two workouts that day, although each was brief, left Stuart’s body rather lame, for, while he had led a mildly strenuous life in camp and at sea during the last three months, some of the muscles brought into play in football practice were decidedly flabby.
whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading A BOY ON CRUTCHES Two workouts that day, although each was brief, left Stuart’s body rather lame, for, while he had led a mildly strenuous life in camp and at sea during the last three months, some of the muscles brought into play in football practice were decidedly flabby.
in the company of; together with
From this reading He prepared for the conference with Coach Haynes by determining to be rather on his dignity, telling himself that, in the interest of future harmony, it would be well to deal with the other with a firm hand, to let him understand right at the start that revolutionary changes in the conduct of the team or the campaign would not be welcomed.
workoutsnounUS /ˈwɜːrkaʊts/
plural of “workout” — the activity of exerting your muscles in various ways to keep fit
From this reading A BOY ON CRUTCHES Two workouts that day, although each was brief, left Stuart’s body rather lame, for, while he had led a mildly strenuous life in camp and at sea during the last three months, some of the muscles brought into play in football practice were decidedly flabby.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading He prepared for the conference with Coach Haynes by determining to be rather on his dignity, telling himself that, in the interest of future harmony, it would be well to deal with the other with a firm hand, to let him understand right at the start that revolutionary changes in the conduct of the team or the campaign would not be welcomed.
