used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Frank was certainly in a predicament.
(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
From this reading On one side was a lingering death, and on the other, something of which Frank stood almost as much in awe--disgrace.
alternativeadjectiveUS /ɔːlˈtɜːrnətɪv/
serving or used in place of another
From this reading He had his choice between revealing the hiding-place of the office key, and being hanged with his own lasso--a most disagreeable alternative.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading He had his choice between revealing the hiding-place of the office key, and being hanged with his own lasso--a most disagreeable alternative.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading On one side was a lingering death, and on the other, something of which Frank stood almost as much in awe--disgrace.
awenounUS /ɑː/
an overwhelming feeling of wonder or admiration
From this reading On one side was a lingering death, and on the other, something of which Frank stood almost as much in awe--disgrace.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Never before had so heavy a responsibility rested upon him; and if he lost that money, what other evidence would be needed to prove that he was not worthy of being trusted?
earlier than; in front of
From this reading Never before had so heavy a responsibility rested upon him; and if he lost that money, what other evidence would be needed to prove that he was not worthy of being trusted?
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading He had his choice between revealing the hiding-place of the office key, and being hanged with his own lasso--a most disagreeable alternative.
in the space, time, or range separating two things
From this reading He had his choice between revealing the hiding-place of the office key, and being hanged with his own lasso--a most disagreeable alternative.
definitely or positively (“sure” is sometimes used informally for “surely”)
From this reading Frank was certainly in a predicament.
the person or thing chosen or selected
From this reading He had his choice between revealing the hiding-place of the office key, and being hanged with his own lasso--a most disagreeable alternative.
an assembly (including one or more judges) to conduct judicial business
From this reading THE FIGHT IN THE COURT.
the event of dying or departure from life
From this reading On one side was a lingering death, and on the other, something of which Frank stood almost as much in awe--disgrace.
disagreeableadjectiveUS /ˌdɪsəˈɡriːəbəl/
not to your liking
From this reading He had his choice between revealing the hiding-place of the office key, and being hanged with his own lasso--a most disagreeable alternative.
bring shame or dishonor upon
From this reading On one side was a lingering death, and on the other, something of which Frank stood almost as much in awe--disgrace.
your basis for belief or disbelief; knowledge on which to base belief
From this reading Never before had so heavy a responsibility rested upon him; and if he lost that money, what other evidence would be needed to prove that he was not worthy of being trusted?
be engaged in a fight; carry on a fight
From this reading THE FIGHT IN THE COURT.
characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion
From this reading Frank was certainly in a predicament.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading He had his choice between revealing the hiding-place of the office key, and being hanged with his own lasso--a most disagreeable alternative.
hangedverbUS /hæŋd/
past form of “hang” — be suspended or hanging
From this reading He had his choice between revealing the hiding-place of the office key, and being hanged with his own lasso--a most disagreeable alternative.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He had his choice between revealing the hiding-place of the office key, and being hanged with his own lasso--a most disagreeable alternative.
of comparatively great physical weight or density
From this reading Never before had so heavy a responsibility rested upon him; and if he lost that money, what other evidence would be needed to prove that he was not worthy of being trusted?
hiding-place
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From this reading He had his choice between revealing the hiding-place of the office key, and being hanged with his own lasso--a most disagreeable alternative.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Never before had so heavy a responsibility rested upon him; and if he lost that money, what other evidence would be needed to prove that he was not worthy of being trusted?
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading He had his choice between revealing the hiding-place of the office key, and being hanged with his own lasso--a most disagreeable alternative.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading Never before had so heavy a responsibility rested upon him; and if he lost that money, what other evidence would be needed to prove that he was not worthy of being trusted?
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading THE FIGHT IN THE COURT.
metal device shaped in such a way that when it is inserted into the appropriate lock the lock's mechanism can be rotated
From this reading He had his choice between revealing the hiding-place of the office key, and being hanged with his own lasso--a most disagreeable alternative.
lassonounUS /ˈlæsoʊ/
Belgian composer (1532-1594)
From this reading He had his choice between revealing the hiding-place of the office key, and being hanged with his own lasso--a most disagreeable alternative.
lingeringnounUS /ˈlɪŋɡərɪŋ/
the act of tarrying
From this reading On one side was a lingering death, and on the other, something of which Frank stood almost as much in awe--disgrace.
no longer in your possession or control; unable to be found or recovered
From this reading Never before had so heavy a responsibility rested upon him; and if he lost that money, what other evidence would be needed to prove that he was not worthy of being trusted?
the most common medium of exchange; functions as legal tender
From this reading Never before had so heavy a responsibility rested upon him; and if he lost that money, what other evidence would be needed to prove that he was not worthy of being trusted?
used to form the superlative
From this reading He had his choice between revealing the hiding-place of the office key, and being hanged with his own lasso--a most disagreeable alternative.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading On one side was a lingering death, and on the other, something of which Frank stood almost as much in awe--disgrace.
necessary for relief or supply
From this reading Never before had so heavy a responsibility rested upon him; and if he lost that money, what other evidence would be needed to prove that he was not worthy of being trusted?
not ever; at no time in the past or future
From this reading Never before had so heavy a responsibility rested upon him; and if he lost that money, what other evidence would be needed to prove that he was not worthy of being trusted?
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Never before had so heavy a responsibility rested upon him; and if he lost that money, what other evidence would be needed to prove that he was not worthy of being trusted?
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading He had his choice between revealing the hiding-place of the office key, and being hanged with his own lasso--a most disagreeable alternative.
place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed
From this reading He had his choice between revealing the hiding-place of the office key, and being hanged with his own lasso--a most disagreeable alternative.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading On one side was a lingering death, and on the other, something of which Frank stood almost as much in awe--disgrace.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading On one side was a lingering death, and on the other, something of which Frank stood almost as much in awe--disgrace.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading On one side was a lingering death, and on the other, something of which Frank stood almost as much in awe--disgrace.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading He had his choice between revealing the hiding-place of the office key, and being hanged with his own lasso--a most disagreeable alternative.
predicamentnounUS /prɪˈdɪkəmənt/
a situation from which extrication is difficult especially an unpleasant or trying one
From this reading Frank was certainly in a predicament.
be shown or be found to be
From this reading Never before had so heavy a responsibility rested upon him; and if he lost that money, what other evidence would be needed to prove that he was not worthy of being trusted?
responsibilitynounUS /riˌspɑːnsəˈbɪləti/
the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force
From this reading Never before had so heavy a responsibility rested upon him; and if he lost that money, what other evidence would be needed to prove that he was not worthy of being trusted?
not tired; refreshed as by sleeping or relaxing
From this reading Never before had so heavy a responsibility rested upon him; and if he lost that money, what other evidence would be needed to prove that he was not worthy of being trusted?
revealingadjectiveUS /rɪˈviːlɪŋ/
disclosing unintentionally something concealed
From this reading He had his choice between revealing the hiding-place of the office key, and being hanged with his own lasso--a most disagreeable alternative.
a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location
From this reading On one side was a lingering death, and on the other, something of which Frank stood almost as much in awe--disgrace.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading Never before had so heavy a responsibility rested upon him; and if he lost that money, what other evidence would be needed to prove that he was not worthy of being trusted?
a thing, without saying which
From this reading On one side was a lingering death, and on the other, something of which Frank stood almost as much in awe--disgrace.
Maintained an upright posture.
From this reading On one side was a lingering death, and on the other, something of which Frank stood almost as much in awe--disgrace.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Never before had so heavy a responsibility rested upon him; and if he lost that money, what other evidence would be needed to prove that he was not worthy of being trusted?
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE FIGHT IN THE COURT.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Never before had so heavy a responsibility rested upon him; and if he lost that money, what other evidence would be needed to prove that he was not worthy of being trusted?
(of persons) worthy of trust or confidence
From this reading Never before had so heavy a responsibility rested upon him; and if he lost that money, what other evidence would be needed to prove that he was not worthy of being trusted?
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading Never before had so heavy a responsibility rested upon him; and if he lost that money, what other evidence would be needed to prove that he was not worthy of being trusted?
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Frank was certainly in a predicament.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading Never before had so heavy a responsibility rested upon him; and if he lost that money, what other evidence would be needed to prove that he was not worthy of being trusted?
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading On one side was a lingering death, and on the other, something of which Frank stood almost as much in awe--disgrace.
in the company of; together with
From this reading He had his choice between revealing the hiding-place of the office key, and being hanged with his own lasso--a most disagreeable alternative.
Having or showing the qualities or abilities that merit recognition in character or magic.
From this reading Never before had so heavy a responsibility rested upon him; and if he lost that money, what other evidence would be needed to prove that he was not worthy of being trusted?
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading Never before had so heavy a responsibility rested upon him; and if he lost that money, what other evidence would be needed to prove that he was not worthy of being trusted?
