Chapter XXII

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

From this reading J. RUFUS PREFERS FARMING IN AMERICA TO PROMOTING IN EUROPE The Battlesburg _Blade_ was full of the big consolidation for a week following the providential visit of Mr. Lott.

from one side of something to the other

From this reading The Lewisville, Battlesburg and Elliston traction line was not merely an assured fact--it had always been that since the coming of Colonel Wallingford--but it was now even a bigger and better thing than ever, the key to a vast network of trolleys which, with this connecting link, would have its ramifications across more than the fourth part of a continent.

later than; following

From this reading A score of impulsive women kissed Mrs. Wallingford good-by at the train, while the Honorable G. W. Battles strove against Billy Ricks and Judge Lampton and Clint Richards for the honor of the last handshake with her husband; and after Mrs. Wallingford had fluttered her handkerchief from the car window for the last time, she pressed it to her eyes.

touching and pressing; in opposition to

From this reading A score of impulsive women kissed Mrs. Wallingford good-by at the train, while the Honorable G. W. Battles strove against Billy Ricks and Judge Lampton and Clint Richards for the honor of the last handshake with her husband; and after Mrs. Wallingford had fluttered her handkerchief from the car window for the last time, she pressed it to her eyes.

(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 The only drawback to all this good was that they were to lose as a permanent resident their esteemed fellow citizen, Colonel J. Rufus Wallingford--since he had sold his right of way, franchises, concessions and good will--and every issue of the _Blade_, from news columns to editorials, was a tribute to all that this noble, high-spirited gentleman had done for Battlesburg.

at all times; all the time and on every occasion

From this reading The Lewisville, Battlesburg and Elliston traction line was not merely an assured fact--it had always been that since the coming of Colonel Wallingford--but it was now even a bigger and better thing than ever, the key to a vast network of trolleys which, with this connecting link, would have its ramifications across more than the fourth part of a continent.

North American republic containing 50 states - 48 conterminous states in North America plus Alaska in northwest North America and the Hawaiian Islands in the Pacific Ocean; achieved independence in 1776

From this reading J. RUFUS PREFERS FARMING IN AMERICA TO PROMOTING IN EUROPE The Battlesburg _Blade_ was full of the big consolidation for a week following the providential visit of Mr. Lott.

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

From this reading The Lewisville, Battlesburg and Elliston traction line was not merely an assured fact--it had always been that since the coming of Colonel Wallingford--but it was now even a bigger and better thing than ever, the key to a vast network of trolleys which, with this connecting link, would have its ramifications across more than the fourth part of a continent.

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

From this reading The Lewisville, Battlesburg and Elliston traction line was not merely an assured fact--it had always been that since the coming of Colonel Wallingford--but it was now even a bigger and better thing than ever, the key to a vast network of trolleys which, with this connecting link, would have its ramifications across more than the fourth part of a continent.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading The only drawback to all this good was that they were to lose as a permanent resident their esteemed fellow citizen, Colonel J. Rufus Wallingford--since he had sold his right of way, franchises, concessions and good will--and every issue of the _Blade_, from news columns to editorials, was a tribute to all that this noble, high-spirited gentleman had done for Battlesburg.

marked by assurance; exhibiting confidence

From this reading The Lewisville, Battlesburg and Elliston traction line was not merely an assured fact--it had always been that since the coming of Colonel Wallingford--but it was now even a bigger and better thing than ever, the key to a vast network of trolleys which, with this connecting link, would have its ramifications across more than the fourth part of a continent.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading A score of impulsive women kissed Mrs. Wallingford good-by at the train, while the Honorable G. W. Battles strove against Billy Ricks and Judge Lampton and Clint Richards for the honor of the last handshake with her husband; and after Mrs. Wallingford had fluttered her handkerchief from the car window for the last time, she pressed it to her eyes.

plural of “battle” — a hostile meeting of opposing military forces in the course of a war

From this reading A score of impulsive women kissed Mrs. Wallingford good-by at the train, while the Honorable G. W. Battles strove against Billy Ricks and Judge Lampton and Clint Richards for the honor of the last handshake with her husband; and after Mrs. Wallingford had fluttered her handkerchief from the car window for the last time, she pressed it to her eyes.

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From this reading J. RUFUS PREFERS FARMING IN AMERICA TO PROMOTING IN EUROPE The Battlesburg _Blade_ was full of the big consolidation for a week following the providential visit of Mr. Lott.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading The Lewisville, Battlesburg and Elliston traction line was not merely an assured fact--it had always been that since the coming of Colonel Wallingford--but it was now even a bigger and better thing than ever, the key to a vast network of trolleys which, with this connecting link, would have its ramifications across more than the fourth part of a continent.

(comparative of “good”) superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability; more highly skilled than another

From this reading The Lewisville, Battlesburg and Elliston traction line was not merely an assured fact--it had always been that since the coming of Colonel Wallingford--but it was now even a bigger and better thing than ever, the key to a vast network of trolleys which, with this connecting link, would have its ramifications across more than the fourth part of a continent.

above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading J. RUFUS PREFERS FARMING IN AMERICA TO PROMOTING IN EUROPE The Battlesburg _Blade_ was full of the big consolidation for a week following the providential visit of Mr. Lott.

large or big relative to something else

From this reading The Lewisville, Battlesburg and Elliston traction line was not merely an assured fact--it had always been that since the coming of Colonel Wallingford--but it was now even a bigger and better thing than ever, the key to a vast network of trolleys which, with this connecting link, would have its ramifications across more than the fourth part of a continent.

a short stout club used primarily by policemen

From this reading A score of impulsive women kissed Mrs. Wallingford good-by at the train, while the Honorable G. W. Battles strove against Billy Ricks and Judge Lampton and Clint Richards for the honor of the last handshake with her husband; and after Mrs. Wallingford had fluttered her handkerchief from the car window for the last time, she pressed it to her eyes.

especially a leaf of grass or the broad portion of a leaf as distinct from the petiole

From this reading J. RUFUS PREFERS FARMING IN AMERICA TO PROMOTING IN EUROPE The Battlesburg _Blade_ was full of the big consolidation for a week following the providential visit of Mr. Lott.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading The Lewisville, Battlesburg and Elliston traction line was not merely an assured fact--it had always been that since the coming of Colonel Wallingford--but it was now even a bigger and better thing than ever, the key to a vast network of trolleys which, with this connecting link, would have its ramifications across more than the fourth part of a continent.

past form of “calm” — make calm or still

From this reading "I'm going to keep my house there always," she said, when she had calmed, "and whenever we're tired of living at other places I want to come here--home!

a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine

From this reading A score of impulsive women kissed Mrs. Wallingford good-by at the train, while the Honorable G. W. Battles strove against Billy Ricks and Judge Lampton and Clint Richards for the honor of the last handshake with her husband; and after Mrs. Wallingford had fluttered her handkerchief from the car window for the last time, she pressed it to her eyes.

a native or naturalized member of a state or other political community

From this reading The only drawback to all this good was that they were to lose as a permanent resident their esteemed fellow citizen, Colonel J. Rufus Wallingford--since he had sold his right of way, franchises, concessions and good will--and every issue of the _Blade_, from news columns to editorials, was a tribute to all that this noble, high-spirited gentleman had done for Battlesburg.

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From this reading A score of impulsive women kissed Mrs. Wallingford good-by at the train, while the Honorable G. W. Battles strove against Billy Ricks and Judge Lampton and Clint Richards for the honor of the last handshake with her husband; and after Mrs. Wallingford had fluttered her handkerchief from the car window for the last time, she pressed it to her eyes.

a commissioned military officer in the United States Army or Air Force or Marines who ranks above a lieutenant colonel and below a brigadier general

From this reading The Lewisville, Battlesburg and Elliston traction line was not merely an assured fact--it had always been that since the coming of Colonel Wallingford--but it was now even a bigger and better thing than ever, the key to a vast network of trolleys which, with this connecting link, would have its ramifications across more than the fourth part of a continent.

plural of “column” — a line of units following one after another

From this reading The only drawback to all this good was that they were to lose as a permanent resident their esteemed fellow citizen, Colonel J. Rufus Wallingford--since he had sold his right of way, franchises, concessions and good will--and every issue of the _Blade_, from news columns to editorials, was a tribute to all that this noble, high-spirited gentleman had done for Battlesburg.

move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading "I'm going to keep my house there always," she said, when she had calmed, "and whenever we're tired of living at other places I want to come here--home!

the act of drawing spatially closer to something

From this reading The Lewisville, Battlesburg and Elliston traction line was not merely an assured fact--it had always been that since the coming of Colonel Wallingford--but it was now even a bigger and better thing than ever, the key to a vast network of trolleys which, with this connecting link, would have its ramifications across more than the fourth part of a continent.

plural of “concession” — a contract granting the right to operate a subsidiary business

From this reading The only drawback to all this good was that they were to lose as a permanent resident their esteemed fellow citizen, Colonel J. Rufus Wallingford--since he had sold his right of way, franchises, concessions and good will--and every issue of the _Blade_, from news columns to editorials, was a tribute to all that this noble, high-spirited gentleman had done for Battlesburg.

-ing form of “connect” — connect, fasten, or put together two or more pieces

From this reading The Lewisville, Battlesburg and Elliston traction line was not merely an assured fact--it had always been that since the coming of Colonel Wallingford--but it was now even a bigger and better thing than ever, the key to a vast network of trolleys which, with this connecting link, would have its ramifications across more than the fourth part of a continent.

combining into a solid mass

From this reading J. RUFUS PREFERS FARMING IN AMERICA TO PROMOTING IN EUROPE The Battlesburg _Blade_ was full of the big consolidation for a week following the providential visit of Mr. Lott.

one of the large landmasses of the earth

From this reading The Lewisville, Battlesburg and Elliston traction line was not merely an assured fact--it had always been that since the coming of Colonel Wallingford--but it was now even a bigger and better thing than ever, the key to a vast network of trolleys which, with this connecting link, would have its ramifications across more than the fourth part of a continent.

having finished or arrived at completion

From this reading The only drawback to all this good was that they were to lose as a permanent resident their esteemed fellow citizen, Colonel J. Rufus Wallingford--since he had sold his right of way, franchises, concessions and good will--and every issue of the _Blade_, from news columns to editorials, was a tribute to all that this noble, high-spirited gentleman had done for Battlesburg.

the quality of being a hindrance

From this reading The only drawback to all this good was that they were to lose as a permanent resident their esteemed fellow citizen, Colonel J. Rufus Wallingford--since he had sold his right of way, franchises, concessions and good will--and every issue of the _Blade_, from news columns to editorials, was a tribute to all that this noble, high-spirited gentleman had done for Battlesburg.

plural of “editorial” — an article giving opinions or perspectives

From this reading The only drawback to all this good was that they were to lose as a permanent resident their esteemed fellow citizen, Colonel J. Rufus Wallingford--since he had sold his right of way, franchises, concessions and good will--and every issue of the _Blade_, from news columns to editorials, was a tribute to all that this noble, high-spirited gentleman had done for Battlesburg.

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

From this reading The Lewisville, Battlesburg and Elliston traction line was not merely an assured fact--it had always been that since the coming of Colonel Wallingford--but it was now even a bigger and better thing than ever, the key to a vast network of trolleys which, with this connecting link, would have its ramifications across more than the fourth part of a continent.

having an illustrious reputation; respected

From this reading The only drawback to all this good was that they were to lose as a permanent resident their esteemed fellow citizen, Colonel J. Rufus Wallingford--since he had sold his right of way, franchises, concessions and good will--and every issue of the _Blade_, from news columns to editorials, was a tribute to all that this noble, high-spirited gentleman had done for Battlesburg.

the 2nd smallest continent (actually a vast peninsula of Eurasia); the British use “Europe” to refer to all of the continent except the British Isles

From this reading J. RUFUS PREFERS FARMING IN AMERICA TO PROMOTING IN EUROPE The Battlesburg _Blade_ was full of the big consolidation for a week following the providential visit of Mr. Lott.

divisible by two

From this reading The Lewisville, Battlesburg and Elliston traction line was not merely an assured fact--it had always been that since the coming of Colonel Wallingford--but it was now even a bigger and better thing than ever, the key to a vast network of trolleys which, with this connecting link, would have its ramifications across more than the fourth part of a continent.

at any time

From this reading The Lewisville, Battlesburg and Elliston traction line was not merely an assured fact--it had always been that since the coming of Colonel Wallingford--but it was now even a bigger and better thing than ever, the key to a vast network of trolleys which, with this connecting link, would have its ramifications across more than the fourth part of a continent.

all the members of a group, with none left out

From this reading The only drawback to all this good was that they were to lose as a permanent resident their esteemed fellow citizen, Colonel J. Rufus Wallingford--since he had sold his right of way, franchises, concessions and good will--and every issue of the _Blade_, from news columns to editorials, was a tribute to all that this noble, high-spirited gentleman had done for Battlesburg.

opinion or judgment

From this reading A score of impulsive women kissed Mrs. Wallingford good-by at the train, while the Honorable G. W. Battles strove against Billy Ricks and Judge Lampton and Clint Richards for the honor of the last handshake with her husband; and after Mrs. Wallingford had fluttered her handkerchief from the car window for the last time, she pressed it to her eyes.

a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred

From this reading The Lewisville, Battlesburg and Elliston traction line was not merely an assured fact--it had always been that since the coming of Colonel Wallingford--but it was now even a bigger and better thing than ever, the key to a vast network of trolleys which, with this connecting link, would have its ramifications across more than the fourth part of a continent.

the practice of cultivating the land or raising stock

From this reading J. RUFUS PREFERS FARMING IN AMERICA TO PROMOTING IN EUROPE The Battlesburg _Blade_ was full of the big consolidation for a week following the providential visit of Mr. Lott.

a boy or man

From this reading The only drawback to all this good was that they were to lose as a permanent resident their esteemed fellow citizen, Colonel J. Rufus Wallingford--since he had sold his right of way, franchises, concessions and good will--and every issue of the _Blade_, from news columns to editorials, was a tribute to all that this noble, high-spirited gentleman had done for Battlesburg.

past form of “flutter” — move along rapidly and lightly; skim or dart

From this reading A score of impulsive women kissed Mrs. Wallingford good-by at the train, while the Honorable G. W. Battles strove against Billy Ricks and Judge Lampton and Clint Richards for the honor of the last handshake with her husband; and after Mrs. Wallingford had fluttered her handkerchief from the car window for the last time, she pressed it to her eyes.

about to be mentioned or specified

From this reading J. RUFUS PREFERS FARMING IN AMERICA TO PROMOTING IN EUROPE The Battlesburg _Blade_ was full of the big consolidation for a week following the providential visit of Mr. Lott.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading J. RUFUS PREFERS FARMING IN AMERICA TO PROMOTING IN EUROPE The Battlesburg _Blade_ was full of the big consolidation for a week following the providential visit of Mr. Lott.

following the third position; number four in a countable series

From this reading The Lewisville, Battlesburg and Elliston traction line was not merely an assured fact--it had always been that since the coming of Colonel Wallingford--but it was now even a bigger and better thing than ever, the key to a vast network of trolleys which, with this connecting link, would have its ramifications across more than the fourth part of a continent.

plural of “franchise” — an authorization to sell a company's goods or services in a particular place

From this reading The only drawback to all this good was that they were to lose as a permanent resident their esteemed fellow citizen, Colonel J. Rufus Wallingford--since he had sold his right of way, franchises, concessions and good will--and every issue of the _Blade_, from news columns to editorials, was a tribute to all that this noble, high-spirited gentleman had done for Battlesburg.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading The only drawback to all this good was that they were to lose as a permanent resident their esteemed fellow citizen, Colonel J. Rufus Wallingford--since he had sold his right of way, franchises, concessions and good will--and every issue of the _Blade_, from news columns to editorials, was a tribute to all that this noble, high-spirited gentleman had done for Battlesburg.

containing as much or as many as is possible or normal

From this reading J. RUFUS PREFERS FARMING IN AMERICA TO PROMOTING IN EUROPE The Battlesburg _Blade_ was full of the big consolidation for a week following the providential visit of Mr. Lott.

a metric unit of weight equal to one thousandth of a kilogram

From this reading A score of impulsive women kissed Mrs. Wallingford good-by at the train, while the Honorable G. W. Battles strove against Billy Ricks and Judge Lampton and Clint Richards for the honor of the last handshake with her husband; and after Mrs. Wallingford had fluttered her handkerchief from the car window for the last time, she pressed it to her eyes.

a man of refinement

From this reading The only drawback to all this good was that they were to lose as a permanent resident their esteemed fellow citizen, Colonel J. Rufus Wallingford--since he had sold his right of way, franchises, concessions and good will--and every issue of the _Blade_, from news columns to editorials, was a tribute to all that this noble, high-spirited gentleman had done for Battlesburg.

the act of departing

From this reading "I'm going to keep my house there always," she said, when she had calmed, "and whenever we're tired of living at other places I want to come here--home!

having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified

From this reading The only drawback to all this good was that they were to lose as a permanent resident their esteemed fellow citizen, Colonel J. Rufus Wallingford--since he had sold his right of way, franchises, concessions and good will--and every issue of the _Blade_, from news columns to editorials, was a tribute to all that this noble, high-spirited gentleman had done for Battlesburg.

a farewell remark

From this reading A score of impulsive women kissed Mrs. Wallingford good-by at the train, while the Honorable G. W. Battles strove against Billy Ricks and Judge Lampton and Clint Richards for the honor of the last handshake with her husband; and after Mrs. Wallingford had fluttered her handkerchief from the car window for the last time, she pressed it to her eyes.

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

From this reading The Lewisville, Battlesburg and Elliston traction line was not merely an assured fact--it had always been that since the coming of Colonel Wallingford--but it was now even a bigger and better thing than ever, the key to a vast network of trolleys which, with this connecting link, would have its ramifications across more than the fourth part of a continent.

a square piece of cloth used for wiping the eyes or nose or as a costume accessory

From this reading A score of impulsive women kissed Mrs. Wallingford good-by at the train, while the Honorable G. W. Battles strove against Billy Ricks and Judge Lampton and Clint Richards for the honor of the last handshake with her husband; and after Mrs. Wallingford had fluttered her handkerchief from the car window for the last time, she pressed it to her eyes.

grasping and shaking a person's hand (as to acknowledge an introduction or to agree on a contract)

From this reading A score of impulsive women kissed Mrs. Wallingford good-by at the train, while the Honorable G. W. Battles strove against Billy Ricks and Judge Lampton and Clint Richards for the honor of the last handshake with her husband; and after Mrs. Wallingford had fluttered her handkerchief from the car window for the last time, she pressed it to her eyes.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading The Lewisville, Battlesburg and Elliston traction line was not merely an assured fact--it had always been that since the coming of Colonel Wallingford--but it was now even a bigger and better thing than ever, the key to a vast network of trolleys which, with this connecting link, would have its ramifications across more than the fourth part of a continent.

a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading The only drawback to all this good was that they were to lose as a permanent resident their esteemed fellow citizen, Colonel J. Rufus Wallingford--since he had sold his right of way, franchises, concessions and good will--and every issue of the _Blade_, from news columns to editorials, was a tribute to all that this noble, high-spirited gentleman had done for Battlesburg.

belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned

From this reading A score of impulsive women kissed Mrs. Wallingford good-by at the train, while the Honorable G. W. Battles strove against Billy Ricks and Judge Lampton and Clint Richards for the honor of the last handshake with her husband; and after Mrs. Wallingford had fluttered her handkerchief from the car window for the last time, she pressed it to her eyes.

in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is

From this reading "I'm going to keep my house there always," she said, when she had calmed, "and whenever we're tired of living at other places I want to come here--home!

joyously unrestrained

From this reading The only drawback to all this good was that they were to lose as a permanent resident their esteemed fellow citizen, Colonel J. Rufus Wallingford--since he had sold his right of way, franchises, concessions and good will--and every issue of the _Blade_, from news columns to editorials, was a tribute to all that this noble, high-spirited gentleman had done for Battlesburg.

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

From this reading The only drawback to all this good was that they were to lose as a permanent resident their esteemed fellow citizen, Colonel J. Rufus Wallingford--since he had sold his right of way, franchises, concessions and good will--and every issue of the _Blade_, from news columns to editorials, was a tribute to all that this noble, high-spirited gentleman had done for Battlesburg.

where you live at a particular time

From this reading "I'm going to keep my house there always," she said, when she had calmed, "and whenever we're tired of living at other places I want to come here--home!

a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction

From this reading A score of impulsive women kissed Mrs. Wallingford good-by at the train, while the Honorable G. W. Battles strove against Billy Ricks and Judge Lampton and Clint Richards for the honor of the last handshake with her husband; and after Mrs. Wallingford had fluttered her handkerchief from the car window for the last time, she pressed it to her eyes.

not disposed to cheat or defraud; not deceptive or fraudulent

From this reading A score of impulsive women kissed Mrs. Wallingford good-by at the train, while the Honorable G. W. Battles strove against Billy Ricks and Judge Lampton and Clint Richards for the honor of the last handshake with her husband; and after Mrs. Wallingford had fluttered her handkerchief from the car window for the last time, she pressed it to her eyes.

a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families

From this reading "I'm going to keep my house there always," she said, when she had calmed, "and whenever we're tired of living at other places I want to come here--home!

a married man; a woman's partner in marriage

From this reading A score of impulsive women kissed Mrs. Wallingford good-by at the train, while the Honorable G. W. Battles strove against Billy Ricks and Judge Lampton and Clint Richards for the honor of the last handshake with her husband; and after Mrs. Wallingford had fluttered her handkerchief from the car window for the last time, she pressed it to her eyes.

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading "I'm going to keep my house there always," she said, when she had calmed, "and whenever we're tired of living at other places I want to come here--home!

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From this reading "I'm going to keep my house there always," she said, when she had calmed, "and whenever we're tired of living at other places I want to come here--home!

proceeding from natural feeling or impulse without external stimulus

From this reading A score of impulsive women kissed Mrs. Wallingford good-by at the train, while the Honorable G. W. Battles strove against Billy Ricks and Judge Lampton and Clint Richards for the honor of the last handshake with her husband; and after Mrs. Wallingford had fluttered her handkerchief from the car window for the last time, she pressed it to her eyes.

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

From this reading J. RUFUS PREFERS FARMING IN AMERICA TO PROMOTING IN EUROPE The Battlesburg _Blade_ was full of the big consolidation for a week following the providential visit of Mr. Lott.

prepare and issue for public distribution or sale

From this reading The only drawback to all this good was that they were to lose as a permanent resident their esteemed fellow citizen, Colonel J. Rufus Wallingford--since he had sold his right of way, franchises, concessions and good will--and every issue of the _Blade_, from news columns to editorials, was a tribute to all that this noble, high-spirited gentleman had done for Battlesburg.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading The Lewisville, Battlesburg and Elliston traction line was not merely an assured fact--it had always been that since the coming of Colonel Wallingford--but it was now even a bigger and better thing than ever, the key to a vast network of trolleys which, with this connecting link, would have its ramifications across more than the fourth part of a continent.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading The Lewisville, Battlesburg and Elliston traction line was not merely an assured fact--it had always been that since the coming of Colonel Wallingford--but it was now even a bigger and better thing than ever, the key to a vast network of trolleys which, with this connecting link, would have its ramifications across more than the fourth part of a continent.

a unit of electrical energy equal to the work done when a current of one ampere passes through a resistance of one ohm for one second

From this reading J. RUFUS PREFERS FARMING IN AMERICA TO PROMOTING IN EUROPE The Battlesburg _Blade_ was full of the big consolidation for a week following the providential visit of Mr. Lott.

determine the result of (a competition)

From this reading A score of impulsive women kissed Mrs. Wallingford good-by at the train, while the Honorable G. W. Battles strove against Billy Ricks and Judge Lampton and Clint Richards for the honor of the last handshake with her husband; and after Mrs. Wallingford had fluttered her handkerchief from the car window for the last time, she pressed it to her eyes.

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

From this reading "I'm going to keep my house there always," she said, when she had calmed, "and whenever we're tired of living at other places I want to come here--home!

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 The Lewisville, Battlesburg and Elliston traction line was not merely an assured fact--it had always been that since the coming of Colonel Wallingford--but it was now even a bigger and better thing than ever, the key to a vast network of trolleys which, with this connecting link, would have its ramifications across more than the fourth part of a continent.

past form of “kiss” — touch with the lips or press the lips (against someone's mouth or other body part) as an expression of love, greeting, etc.

From this reading A score of impulsive women kissed Mrs. Wallingford good-by at the train, while the Honorable G. W. Battles strove against Billy Ricks and Judge Lampton and Clint Richards for the honor of the last handshake with her husband; and after Mrs. Wallingford had fluttered her handkerchief from the car window for the last time, she pressed it to her eyes.

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

From this reading A score of impulsive women kissed Mrs. Wallingford good-by at the train, while the Honorable G. W. Battles strove against Billy Ricks and Judge Lampton and Clint Richards for the honor of the last handshake with her husband; and after Mrs. Wallingford had fluttered her handkerchief from the car window for the last time, she pressed it to her eyes.

immediately past

From this reading A score of impulsive women kissed Mrs. Wallingford good-by at the train, while the Honorable G. W. Battles strove against Billy Ricks and Judge Lampton and Clint Richards for the honor of the last handshake with her husband; and after Mrs. Wallingford had fluttered her handkerchief from the car window for the last time, she pressed it to her eyes.

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

From this reading The Lewisville, Battlesburg and Elliston traction line was not merely an assured fact--it had always been that since the coming of Colonel Wallingford--but it was now even a bigger and better thing than ever, the key to a vast network of trolleys which, with this connecting link, would have its ramifications across more than the fourth part of a continent.

a formation of people or things one beside another

From this reading The Lewisville, Battlesburg and Elliston traction line was not merely an assured fact--it had always been that since the coming of Colonel Wallingford--but it was now even a bigger and better thing than ever, the key to a vast network of trolleys which, with this connecting link, would have its ramifications across more than the fourth part of a continent.

make a logical or causal connection

From this reading The Lewisville, Battlesburg and Elliston traction line was not merely an assured fact--it had always been that since the coming of Colonel Wallingford--but it was now even a bigger and better thing than ever, the key to a vast network of trolleys which, with this connecting link, would have its ramifications across more than the fourth part of a continent.

the experience of being alive; the course of human events and activities

From this reading "I'm going to keep my house there always," she said, when she had calmed, "and whenever we're tired of living at other places I want to come here--home!

fail to keep or to maintain; cease to have, either physically or in an abstract sense

From this reading The only drawback to all this good was that they were to lose as a permanent resident their esteemed fellow citizen, Colonel J. Rufus Wallingford--since he had sold his right of way, franchises, concessions and good will--and every issue of the _Blade_, from news columns to editorials, was a tribute to all that this noble, high-spirited gentleman had done for Battlesburg.

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From this reading J. RUFUS PREFERS FARMING IN AMERICA TO PROMOTING IN EUROPE The Battlesburg _Blade_ was full of the big consolidation for a week following the providential visit of Mr. Lott.

and nothing more

From this reading The Lewisville, Battlesburg and Elliston traction line was not merely an assured fact--it had always been that since the coming of Colonel Wallingford--but it was now even a bigger and better thing than ever, the key to a vast network of trolleys which, with this connecting link, would have its ramifications across more than the fourth part of a continent.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading The Lewisville, Battlesburg and Elliston traction line was not merely an assured fact--it had always been that since the coming of Colonel Wallingford--but it was now even a bigger and better thing than ever, the key to a vast network of trolleys which, with this connecting link, would have its ramifications across more than the fourth part of a continent.

a form of address for a man

From this reading J. RUFUS PREFERS FARMING IN AMERICA TO PROMOTING IN EUROPE The Battlesburg _Blade_ was full of the big consolidation for a week following the providential visit of Mr. Lott.

a form of address for a married woman

From this reading A score of impulsive women kissed Mrs. Wallingford good-by at the train, while the Honorable G. W. Battles strove against Billy Ricks and Judge Lampton and Clint Richards for the honor of the last handshake with her husband; and after Mrs. Wallingford had fluttered her handkerchief from the car window for the last time, she pressed it to her eyes.

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading "I'm going to keep my house there always," she said, when she had calmed, "and whenever we're tired of living at other places I want to come here--home!

an interconnected system of things or people

From this reading The Lewisville, Battlesburg and Elliston traction line was not merely an assured fact--it had always been that since the coming of Colonel Wallingford--but it was now even a bigger and better thing than ever, the key to a vast network of trolleys which, with this connecting link, would have its ramifications across more than the fourth part of a continent.

information about recent and important events

From this reading The only drawback to all this good was that they were to lose as a permanent resident their esteemed fellow citizen, Colonel J. Rufus Wallingford--since he had sold his right of way, franchises, concessions and good will--and every issue of the _Blade_, from news columns to editorials, was a tribute to all that this noble, high-spirited gentleman had done for Battlesburg.

impressive in appearance

From this reading The only drawback to all this good was that they were to lose as a permanent resident their esteemed fellow citizen, Colonel J. Rufus Wallingford--since he had sold his right of way, franchises, concessions and good will--and every issue of the _Blade_, from news columns to editorials, was a tribute to all that this noble, high-spirited gentleman had done for Battlesburg.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading The Lewisville, Battlesburg and Elliston traction line was not merely an assured fact--it had always been that since the coming of Colonel Wallingford--but it was now even a bigger and better thing than ever, the key to a vast network of trolleys which, with this connecting link, would have its ramifications across more than the fourth part of a continent.

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading The Lewisville, Battlesburg and Elliston traction line was not merely an assured fact--it had always been that since the coming of Colonel Wallingford--but it was now even a bigger and better thing than ever, the key to a vast network of trolleys which, with this connecting link, would have its ramifications across more than the fourth part of a continent.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading J. RUFUS PREFERS FARMING IN AMERICA TO PROMOTING IN EUROPE The Battlesburg _Blade_ was full of the big consolidation for a week following the providential visit of Mr. Lott.

and nothing more

From this reading The only drawback to all this good was that they were to lose as a permanent resident their esteemed fellow citizen, Colonel J. Rufus Wallingford--since he had sold his right of way, franchises, concessions and good will--and every issue of the _Blade_, from news columns to editorials, was a tribute to all that this noble, high-spirited gentleman had done for Battlesburg.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading "I'm going to keep my house there always," she said, when she had calmed, "and whenever we're tired of living at other places I want to come here--home!

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading The Lewisville, Battlesburg and Elliston traction line was not merely an assured fact--it had always been that since the coming of Colonel Wallingford--but it was now even a bigger and better thing than ever, the key to a vast network of trolleys which, with this connecting link, would have its ramifications across more than the fourth part of a continent.

continuing or enduring without marked change in status or condition or place

From this reading The only drawback to all this good was that they were to lose as a permanent resident their esteemed fellow citizen, Colonel J. Rufus Wallingford--since he had sold his right of way, franchises, concessions and good will--and every issue of the _Blade_, from news columns to editorials, was a tribute to all that this noble, high-spirited gentleman had done for Battlesburg.

plural of “place” — a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading "I'm going to keep my house there always," she said, when she had calmed, "and whenever we're tired of living at other places I want to come here--home!

third-person singular of “prefer” — like better; value more highly

From this reading J. RUFUS PREFERS FARMING IN AMERICA TO PROMOTING IN EUROPE The Battlesburg _Blade_ was full of the big consolidation for a week following the providential visit of Mr. Lott.

compacted by ironing

From this reading A score of impulsive women kissed Mrs. Wallingford good-by at the train, while the Honorable G. W. Battles strove against Billy Ricks and Judge Lampton and Clint Richards for the honor of the last handshake with her husband; and after Mrs. Wallingford had fluttered her handkerchief from the car window for the last time, she pressed it to her eyes.

-ing form of “promote” — contribute to the progress or growth of

From this reading J. RUFUS PREFERS FARMING IN AMERICA TO PROMOTING IN EUROPE The Battlesburg _Blade_ was full of the big consolidation for a week following the providential visit of Mr. Lott.

peculiarly fortunate or appropriate; as if by divine intervention

From this reading J. RUFUS PREFERS FARMING IN AMERICA TO PROMOTING IN EUROPE The Battlesburg _Blade_ was full of the big consolidation for a week following the providential visit of Mr. Lott.

plural of “ramification” — the act of branching out or dividing into branches

From this reading The Lewisville, Battlesburg and Elliston traction line was not merely an assured fact--it had always been that since the coming of Colonel Wallingford--but it was now even a bigger and better thing than ever, the key to a vast network of trolleys which, with this connecting link, would have its ramifications across more than the fourth part of a continent.

living in a particular place

From this reading The only drawback to all this good was that they were to lose as a permanent resident their esteemed fellow citizen, Colonel J. Rufus Wallingford--since he had sold his right of way, franchises, concessions and good will--and every issue of the _Blade_, from news columns to editorials, was a tribute to all that this noble, high-spirited gentleman had done for Battlesburg.

English literary critic who collaborated with C. K. Ogden and contributed to the development of Basic English (1893-1979)

From this reading A score of impulsive women kissed Mrs. Wallingford good-by at the train, while the Honorable G. W. Battles strove against Billy Ricks and Judge Lampton and Clint Richards for the honor of the last handshake with her husband; and after Mrs. Wallingford had fluttered her handkerchief from the car window for the last time, she pressed it to her eyes.

plural of “rick” — a painful muscle spasm especially in the neck or back (“rick” and “wrick” are British)

From this reading A score of impulsive women kissed Mrs. Wallingford good-by at the train, while the Honorable G. W. Battles strove against Billy Ricks and Judge Lampton and Clint Richards for the honor of the last handshake with her husband; and after Mrs. Wallingford had fluttered her handkerchief from the car window for the last time, she pressed it to her eyes.

precisely, exactly

From this reading The only drawback to all this good was that they were to lose as a permanent resident their esteemed fellow citizen, Colonel J. Rufus Wallingford--since he had sold his right of way, franchises, concessions and good will--and every issue of the _Blade_, from news columns to editorials, was a tribute to all that this noble, high-spirited gentleman had done for Battlesburg.

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From this reading J. RUFUS PREFERS FARMING IN AMERICA TO PROMOTING IN EUROPE The Battlesburg _Blade_ was full of the big consolidation for a week following the providential visit of Mr. Lott.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading "I'm going to keep my house there always," she said, when she had calmed, "and whenever we're tired of living at other places I want to come here--home!

a number or letter indicating quality (especially of a student's performance)

From this reading A score of impulsive women kissed Mrs. Wallingford good-by at the train, while the Honorable G. W. Battles strove against Billy Ricks and Judge Lampton and Clint Richards for the honor of the last handshake with her husband; and after Mrs. Wallingford had fluttered her handkerchief from the car window for the last time, she pressed it to her eyes.

a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading A score of impulsive women kissed Mrs. Wallingford good-by at the train, while the Honorable G. W. Battles strove against Billy Ricks and Judge Lampton and Clint Richards for the honor of the last handshake with her husband; and after Mrs. Wallingford had fluttered her handkerchief from the car window for the last time, she pressed it to her eyes.

from a time in the past until now

From this reading The Lewisville, Battlesburg and Elliston traction line was not merely an assured fact--it had always been that since the coming of Colonel Wallingford--but it was now even a bigger and better thing than ever, the key to a vast network of trolleys which, with this connecting link, would have its ramifications across more than the fourth part of a continent.

disposed of to a purchaser

From this reading The only drawback to all this good was that they were to lose as a permanent resident their esteemed fellow citizen, Colonel J. Rufus Wallingford--since he had sold his right of way, franchises, concessions and good will--and every issue of the _Blade_, from news columns to editorials, was a tribute to all that this noble, high-spirited gentleman had done for Battlesburg.

inflected form of “strive” — attempt by employing effort

From this reading A score of impulsive women kissed Mrs. Wallingford good-by at the train, while the Honorable G. W. Battles strove against Billy Ricks and Judge Lampton and Clint Richards for the honor of the last handshake with her husband; and after Mrs. Wallingford had fluttered her handkerchief from the car window for the last time, she pressed it to her eyes.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading The Lewisville, Battlesburg and Elliston traction line was not merely an assured fact--it had always been that since the coming of Colonel Wallingford--but it was now even a bigger and better thing than ever, the key to a vast network of trolleys which, with this connecting link, would have its ramifications across more than the fourth part of a continent.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading The Lewisville, Battlesburg and Elliston traction line was not merely an assured fact--it had always been that since the coming of Colonel Wallingford--but it was now even a bigger and better thing than ever, the key to a vast network of trolleys which, with this connecting link, would have its ramifications across more than the fourth part of a continent.

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

From this reading J. RUFUS PREFERS FARMING IN AMERICA TO PROMOTING IN EUROPE The Battlesburg _Blade_ was full of the big consolidation for a week following the providential visit of Mr. Lott.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading The only drawback to all this good was that they were to lose as a permanent resident their esteemed fellow citizen, Colonel J. Rufus Wallingford--since he had sold his right of way, franchises, concessions and good will--and every issue of the _Blade_, from news columns to editorials, was a tribute to all that this noble, high-spirited gentleman had done for Battlesburg.

in or at that place or location

From this reading "I'm going to keep my house there always," she said, when she had calmed, "and whenever we're tired of living at other places I want to come here--home!

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

From this reading The only drawback to all this good was that they were to lose as a permanent resident their esteemed fellow citizen, Colonel J. Rufus Wallingford--since he had sold his right of way, franchises, concessions and good will--and every issue of the _Blade_, from news columns to editorials, was a tribute to all that this noble, high-spirited gentleman had done for Battlesburg.

a special situation

From this reading The Lewisville, Battlesburg and Elliston traction line was not merely an assured fact--it had always been that since the coming of Colonel Wallingford--but it was now even a bigger and better thing than ever, the key to a vast network of trolleys which, with this connecting link, would have its ramifications across more than the fourth part of a continent.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading The Lewisville, Battlesburg and Elliston traction line was not merely an assured fact--it had always been that since the coming of Colonel Wallingford--but it was now even a bigger and better thing than ever, the key to a vast network of trolleys which, with this connecting link, would have its ramifications across more than the fourth part of a continent.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading A score of impulsive women kissed Mrs. Wallingford good-by at the train, while the Honorable G. W. Battles strove against Billy Ricks and Judge Lampton and Clint Richards for the honor of the last handshake with her husband; and after Mrs. Wallingford had fluttered her handkerchief from the car window for the last time, she pressed it to her eyes.

depleted of strength or energy

From this reading "I'm going to keep my house there always," she said, when she had calmed, "and whenever we're tired of living at other places I want to come here--home!

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

From this reading J. RUFUS PREFERS FARMING IN AMERICA TO PROMOTING IN EUROPE The Battlesburg _Blade_ was full of the big consolidation for a week following the providential visit of Mr. Lott.

the friction between a body and the surface on which it moves (as between an automobile tire and the road)

From this reading The Lewisville, Battlesburg and Elliston traction line was not merely an assured fact--it had always been that since the coming of Colonel Wallingford--but it was now even a bigger and better thing than ever, the key to a vast network of trolleys which, with this connecting link, would have its ramifications across more than the fourth part of a continent.

create by training and teaching

From this reading A score of impulsive women kissed Mrs. Wallingford good-by at the train, while the Honorable G. W. Battles strove against Billy Ricks and Judge Lampton and Clint Richards for the honor of the last handshake with her husband; and after Mrs. Wallingford had fluttered her handkerchief from the car window for the last time, she pressed it to her eyes.

something given or done as an expression of esteem

From this reading The only drawback to all this good was that they were to lose as a permanent resident their esteemed fellow citizen, Colonel J. Rufus Wallingford--since he had sold his right of way, franchises, concessions and good will--and every issue of the _Blade_, from news columns to editorials, was a tribute to all that this noble, high-spirited gentleman had done for Battlesburg.

plural of “trolley” — a wheeled vehicle that runs on rails and is propelled by electricity

From this reading The Lewisville, Battlesburg and Elliston traction line was not merely an assured fact--it had always been that since the coming of Colonel Wallingford--but it was now even a bigger and better thing than ever, the key to a vast network of trolleys which, with this connecting link, would have its ramifications across more than the fourth part of a continent.

unusually great in size or amount or degree or especially extent or scope

From this reading The Lewisville, Battlesburg and Elliston traction line was not merely an assured fact--it had always been that since the coming of Colonel Wallingford--but it was now even a bigger and better thing than ever, the key to a vast network of trolleys which, with this connecting link, would have its ramifications across more than the fourth part of a continent.

go to see a place, as for entertainment

From this reading J. RUFUS PREFERS FARMING IN AMERICA TO PROMOTING IN EUROPE The Battlesburg _Blade_ was full of the big consolidation for a week following the providential visit of Mr. Lott.

a heavy grey-white metallic element; the pure form is used mainly in electrical applications; it is found in several ores including wolframite and scheelite

From this reading A score of impulsive women kissed Mrs. Wallingford good-by at the train, while the Honorable G. W. Battles strove against Billy Ricks and Judge Lampton and Clint Richards for the honor of the last handshake with her husband; and after Mrs. Wallingford had fluttered her handkerchief from the car window for the last time, she pressed it to her eyes.

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From this reading The Lewisville, Battlesburg and Elliston traction line was not merely an assured fact--it had always been that since the coming of Colonel Wallingford--but it was now even a bigger and better thing than ever, the key to a vast network of trolleys which, with this connecting link, would have its ramifications across more than the fourth part of a continent.

feel or have a desire for; want strongly

From this reading "I'm going to keep my house there always," she said, when she had calmed, "and whenever we're tired of living at other places I want to come here--home!

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

From this reading J. RUFUS PREFERS FARMING IN AMERICA TO PROMOTING IN EUROPE The Battlesburg _Blade_ was full of the big consolidation for a week following the providential visit of Mr. Lott.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading The only drawback to all this good was that they were to lose as a permanent resident their esteemed fellow citizen, Colonel J. Rufus Wallingford--since he had sold his right of way, franchises, concessions and good will--and every issue of the _Blade_, from news columns to editorials, was a tribute to all that this noble, high-spirited gentleman had done for Battlesburg.

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From this reading "I'm going to keep my house there always," she said, when she had calmed, "and whenever we're tired of living at other places I want to come here--home!

any period of seven consecutive days

From this reading J. RUFUS PREFERS FARMING IN AMERICA TO PROMOTING IN EUROPE The Battlesburg _Blade_ was full of the big consolidation for a week following the providential visit of Mr. Lott.

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

From this reading The only drawback to all this good was that they were to lose as a permanent resident their esteemed fellow citizen, Colonel J. Rufus Wallingford--since he had sold his right of way, franchises, concessions and good will--and every issue of the _Blade_, from news columns to editorials, was a tribute to all that this noble, high-spirited gentleman had done for Battlesburg.

at the time that

From this reading "I'm going to keep my house there always," she said, when she had calmed, "and whenever we're tired of living at other places I want to come here--home!

at any time that; every time that

From this reading "I'm going to keep my house there always," she said, when she had calmed, "and whenever we're tired of living at other places I want to come here--home!

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading The Lewisville, Battlesburg and Elliston traction line was not merely an assured fact--it had always been that since the coming of Colonel Wallingford--but it was now even a bigger and better thing than ever, the key to a vast network of trolleys which, with this connecting link, would have its ramifications across more than the fourth part of a continent.

during the time that

From this reading A score of impulsive women kissed Mrs. Wallingford good-by at the train, while the Honorable G. W. Battles strove against Billy Ricks and Judge Lampton and Clint Richards for the honor of the last handshake with her husband; and after Mrs. Wallingford had fluttered her handkerchief from the car window for the last time, she pressed it to her eyes.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading The only drawback to all this good was that they were to lose as a permanent resident their esteemed fellow citizen, Colonel J. Rufus Wallingford--since he had sold his right of way, franchises, concessions and good will--and every issue of the _Blade_, from news columns to editorials, was a tribute to all that this noble, high-spirited gentleman had done for Battlesburg.

a framework of wood or metal that contains a glass windowpane and is built into a wall or roof to admit light or air

From this reading A score of impulsive women kissed Mrs. Wallingford good-by at the train, while the Honorable G. W. Battles strove against Billy Ricks and Judge Lampton and Clint Richards for the honor of the last handshake with her husband; and after Mrs. Wallingford had fluttered her handkerchief from the car window for the last time, she pressed it to her eyes.

in the company of; together with

From this reading The Lewisville, Battlesburg and Elliston traction line was not merely an assured fact--it had always been that since the coming of Colonel Wallingford--but it was now even a bigger and better thing than ever, the key to a vast network of trolleys which, with this connecting link, would have its ramifications across more than the fourth part of a continent.

plural of “woman” — an adult female person (as opposed to a man)

From this reading A score of impulsive women kissed Mrs. Wallingford good-by at the train, while the Honorable G. W. Battles strove against Billy Ricks and Judge Lampton and Clint Richards for the honor of the last handshake with her husband; and after Mrs. Wallingford had fluttered her handkerchief from the car window for the last time, she pressed it to her eyes.

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

From this reading The Lewisville, Battlesburg and Elliston traction line was not merely an assured fact--it had always been that since the coming of Colonel Wallingford--but it was now even a bigger and better thing than ever, the key to a vast network of trolleys which, with this connecting link, would have its ramifications across more than the fourth part of a continent.