Chapter XL · Chapter 40

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

From this reading The joy of the boys when they knew Merriwell was safe in his own tent had been boundless, but they were forced to keep it suppressed, fearing that too much of a demonstration would arouse suspicion, and create an investigation.

(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 All night the search for Bascomb continued, the cadets carrying on the work in relays.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading The joy of the boys when they knew Merriwell was safe in his own tent had been boundless, but they were forced to keep it suppressed, fearing that too much of a demonstration would arouse suspicion, and create an investigation.

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

From this reading Hodge had convinced Lieutenant Gordan that Bascomb had suddenly become deranged, and had succeeded in having the search instituted without telling the real cause of the disappearance.

call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses)

From this reading The joy of the boys when they knew Merriwell was safe in his own tent had been boundless, but they were forced to keep it suppressed, fearing that too much of a demonstration would arouse suspicion, and create an investigation.

possessive form of “baby” — a very young child (birth to 1 year) who has not yet begun to walk or talk

From this reading BABY'S HEROISM--CONCLUSION.

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From this reading All night the search for Bascomb continued, the cadets carrying on the work in relays.

enter or assume a certain state or condition

From this reading Hodge had convinced Lieutenant Gordan that Bascomb had suddenly become deranged, and had succeeded in having the search instituted without telling the real cause of the disappearance.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading The joy of the boys when they knew Merriwell was safe in his own tent had been boundless, but they were forced to keep it suppressed, fearing that too much of a demonstration would arouse suspicion, and create an investigation.

seemingly boundless in amount, number, degree, or especially extent

From this reading The joy of the boys when they knew Merriwell was safe in his own tent had been boundless, but they were forced to keep it suppressed, fearing that too much of a demonstration would arouse suspicion, and create an investigation.

plural of “boy” — a youthful male person

From this reading The joy of the boys when they knew Merriwell was safe in his own tent had been boundless, but they were forced to keep it suppressed, fearing that too much of a demonstration would arouse suspicion, and create an investigation.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading The joy of the boys when they knew Merriwell was safe in his own tent had been boundless, but they were forced to keep it suppressed, fearing that too much of a demonstration would arouse suspicion, and create an investigation.

plural of “cadet” — a military trainee (as at a military academy)

From this reading All night the search for Bascomb continued, the cadets carrying on the work in relays.

-ing form of “carry” — move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body

From this reading All night the search for Bascomb continued, the cadets carrying on the work in relays.

events that provide the generative force that is the origin of something

From this reading Hodge had convinced Lieutenant Gordan that Bascomb had suddenly become deranged, and had succeeded in having the search instituted without telling the real cause of the disappearance.

a position or opinion or judgment reached after consideration

From this reading BABY'S HEROISM--CONCLUSION.

without stop or interruption

From this reading All night the search for Bascomb continued, the cadets carrying on the work in relays.

persuaded of; very sure

From this reading Hodge had convinced Lieutenant Gordan that Bascomb had suddenly become deranged, and had succeeded in having the search instituted without telling the real cause of the disappearance.

make or cause to be or to become

From this reading The joy of the boys when they knew Merriwell was safe in his own tent had been boundless, but they were forced to keep it suppressed, fearing that too much of a demonstration would arouse suspicion, and create an investigation.

English navigator who explored the Arctic while searching for the Northwest Passage (1550-1605)

From this reading Davis wept for joy.

a show or display; the act of presenting something to sight or view

From this reading The joy of the boys when they knew Merriwell was safe in his own tent had been boundless, but they were forced to keep it suppressed, fearing that too much of a demonstration would arouse suspicion, and create an investigation.

driven insane

From this reading Hodge had convinced Lieutenant Gordan that Bascomb had suddenly become deranged, and had succeeded in having the search instituted without telling the real cause of the disappearance.

the act of leaving secretly or without explanation

From this reading Hodge had convinced Lieutenant Gordan that Bascomb had suddenly become deranged, and had succeeded in having the search instituted without telling the real cause of the disappearance.

-ing form of “fear” — be afraid or feel anxious or apprehensive about a possible or probable situation or event

From this reading The joy of the boys when they knew Merriwell was safe in his own tent had been boundless, but they were forced to keep it suppressed, fearing that too much of a demonstration would arouse suspicion, and create an investigation.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading All night the search for Bascomb continued, the cadets carrying on the work in relays.

produced by or subjected to forcing

From this reading The joy of the boys when they knew Merriwell was safe in his own tent had been boundless, but they were forced to keep it suppressed, fearing that too much of a demonstration would arouse suspicion, and create an investigation.

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From this reading Hodge had convinced Lieutenant Gordan that Bascomb had suddenly become deranged, and had succeeded in having the search instituted without telling the real cause of the disappearance.

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

From this reading Hodge had convinced Lieutenant Gordan that Bascomb had suddenly become deranged, and had succeeded in having the search instituted without telling the real cause of the disappearance.

the -ing form of “have”

From this reading Hodge had convinced Lieutenant Gordan that Bascomb had suddenly become deranged, and had succeeded in having the search instituted without telling the real cause of the disappearance.

the qualities of a hero or heroine; exceptional or heroic courage when facing danger (especially in battle)

From this reading BABY'S HEROISM--CONCLUSION.

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

From this reading The joy of the boys when they knew Merriwell was safe in his own tent had been boundless, but they were forced to keep it suppressed, fearing that too much of a demonstration would arouse suspicion, and create an investigation.

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From this reading Hodge had convinced Lieutenant Gordan that Bascomb had suddenly become deranged, and had succeeded in having the search instituted without telling the real cause of the disappearance.

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

From this reading All night the search for Bascomb continued, the cadets carrying on the work in relays.

past form of “institute” — set up or lay the groundwork for

From this reading Hodge had convinced Lieutenant Gordan that Bascomb had suddenly become deranged, and had succeeded in having the search instituted without telling the real cause of the disappearance.

an inquiry into unfamiliar or questionable activities

From this reading The joy of the boys when they knew Merriwell was safe in his own tent had been boundless, but they were forced to keep it suppressed, fearing that too much of a demonstration would arouse suspicion, and create an investigation.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading The joy of the boys when they knew Merriwell was safe in his own tent had been boundless, but they were forced to keep it suppressed, fearing that too much of a demonstration would arouse suspicion, and create an investigation.

the emotion of great happiness

From this reading The joy of the boys when they knew Merriwell was safe in his own tent had been boundless, but they were forced to keep it suppressed, fearing that too much of a demonstration would arouse suspicion, and create an investigation.

cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”

From this reading The joy of the boys when they knew Merriwell was safe in his own tent had been boundless, but they were forced to keep it suppressed, fearing that too much of a demonstration would arouse suspicion, and create an investigation.

inflected form of “know” — be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about

From this reading The joy of the boys when they knew Merriwell was safe in his own tent had been boundless, but they were forced to keep it suppressed, fearing that too much of a demonstration would arouse suspicion, and create an investigation.

a commissioned military officer

From this reading Hodge had convinced Lieutenant Gordan that Bascomb had suddenly become deranged, and had succeeded in having the search instituted without telling the real cause of the disappearance.

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

From this reading The joy of the boys when they knew Merriwell was safe in his own tent had been boundless, but they were forced to keep it suppressed, fearing that too much of a demonstration would arouse suspicion, and create an investigation.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading The joy of the boys when they knew Merriwell was safe in his own tent had been boundless, but they were forced to keep it suppressed, fearing that too much of a demonstration would arouse suspicion, and create an investigation.

the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside

From this reading All night the search for Bascomb continued, the cadets carrying on the work in relays.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Hodge had convinced Lieutenant Gordan that Bascomb had suddenly become deranged, and had succeeded in having the search instituted without telling the real cause of the disappearance.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading All night the search for Bascomb continued, the cadets carrying on the work in relays.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading The joy of the boys when they knew Merriwell was safe in his own tent had been boundless, but they were forced to keep it suppressed, fearing that too much of a demonstration would arouse suspicion, and create an investigation.

being or occurring in fact or actuality; having verified existence; not illusory

From this reading Hodge had convinced Lieutenant Gordan that Bascomb had suddenly become deranged, and had succeeded in having the search instituted without telling the real cause of the disappearance.

plural of “relay” — the act of passing something along from one person or group to another

From this reading All night the search for Bascomb continued, the cadets carrying on the work in relays.

free from danger or the risk of harm

From this reading The joy of the boys when they knew Merriwell was safe in his own tent had been boundless, but they were forced to keep it suppressed, fearing that too much of a demonstration would arouse suspicion, and create an investigation.

try to locate or discover, or try to establish the existence of

From this reading All night the search for Bascomb continued, the cadets carrying on the work in relays.

past form of “succeed” — attain success or reach a desired goal

From this reading Hodge had convinced Lieutenant Gordan that Bascomb had suddenly become deranged, and had succeeded in having the search instituted without telling the real cause of the disappearance.

happening unexpectedly

From this reading Hodge had convinced Lieutenant Gordan that Bascomb had suddenly become deranged, and had succeeded in having the search instituted without telling the real cause of the disappearance.

kept from public knowledge by various means

From this reading The joy of the boys when they knew Merriwell was safe in his own tent had been boundless, but they were forced to keep it suppressed, fearing that too much of a demonstration would arouse suspicion, and create an investigation.

an impression that something might be the case

From this reading The joy of the boys when they knew Merriwell was safe in his own tent had been boundless, but they were forced to keep it suppressed, fearing that too much of a demonstration would arouse suspicion, and create an investigation.

disclosing unintentionally something concealed

From this reading Hodge had convinced Lieutenant Gordan that Bascomb had suddenly become deranged, and had succeeded in having the search instituted without telling the real cause of the disappearance.

a portable shelter (usually of canvas stretched over supporting poles and fastened to the ground with ropes and pegs)

From this reading The joy of the boys when they knew Merriwell was safe in his own tent had been boundless, but they were forced to keep it suppressed, fearing that too much of a demonstration would arouse suspicion, and create an investigation.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Hodge had convinced Lieutenant Gordan that Bascomb had suddenly become deranged, and had succeeded in having the search instituted without telling the real cause of the disappearance.

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

From this reading All night the search for Bascomb continued, the cadets carrying on the work in relays.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading The joy of the boys when they knew Merriwell was safe in his own tent had been boundless, but they were forced to keep it suppressed, fearing that too much of a demonstration would arouse suspicion, and create an investigation.

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

From this reading The joy of the boys when they knew Merriwell was safe in his own tent had been boundless, but they were forced to keep it suppressed, fearing that too much of a demonstration would arouse suspicion, and create an investigation.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading The joy of the boys when they knew Merriwell was safe in his own tent had been boundless, but they were forced to keep it suppressed, fearing that too much of a demonstration would arouse suspicion, and create an investigation.

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

From this reading The joy of the boys when they knew Merriwell was safe in his own tent had been boundless, but they were forced to keep it suppressed, fearing that too much of a demonstration would arouse suspicion, and create an investigation.

inflected form of “weep” — shed tears because of sadness, rage, or pain

From this reading Davis wept for joy.

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

From this reading The joy of the boys when they knew Merriwell was safe in his own tent had been boundless, but they were forced to keep it suppressed, fearing that too much of a demonstration would arouse suspicion, and create an investigation.

at the time that

From this reading The joy of the boys when they knew Merriwell was safe in his own tent had been boundless, but they were forced to keep it suppressed, fearing that too much of a demonstration would arouse suspicion, and create an investigation.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading Hodge had convinced Lieutenant Gordan that Bascomb had suddenly become deranged, and had succeeded in having the search instituted without telling the real cause of the disappearance.

exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity

From this reading All night the search for Bascomb continued, the cadets carrying on the work in relays.

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

From this reading The joy of the boys when they knew Merriwell was safe in his own tent had been boundless, but they were forced to keep it suppressed, fearing that too much of a demonstration would arouse suspicion, and create an investigation.