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From this reading INTRODUCING OUR HERO T. TUCKER _Clothes Cleaned and Pressed_ PLEASE LEAVE ORDERS IN BOX Such was the legend, neatly inscribed on a small white card, that met the gaze of the visitor to Number 22 Whitson.
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading INTRODUCING OUR HERO T. TUCKER _Clothes Cleaned and Pressed_ PLEASE LEAVE ORDERS IN BOX Such was the legend, neatly inscribed on a small white card, that met the gaze of the visitor to Number 22 Whitson.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading As Number 22 was the last room on the corridor, and as the single light was at the head of the stairway, the legend was none too legible after nightfall, and the boy who had paused in front of it to regain his breath after a hurried ascent of the two steep flights had difficulty in reading it.
amusedly
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From this reading When he had deciphered it and glanced at the little cardboard box below, in which reposed a tiny scratch-pad and a stubby pencil, he smiled amusedly ere he raised his hand and rapped on the portal.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading INTRODUCING OUR HERO T. TUCKER _Clothes Cleaned and Pressed_ PLEASE LEAVE ORDERS IN BOX Such was the legend, neatly inscribed on a small white card, that met the gaze of the visitor to Number 22 Whitson.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading As Number 22 was the last room on the corridor, and as the single light was at the head of the stairway, the legend was none too legible after nightfall, and the boy who had paused in front of it to regain his breath after a hurried ascent of the two steep flights had difficulty in reading it.
ascentnounUS /əˈsent/
an upward slope or grade (as in a road)
From this reading As Number 22 was the last room on the corridor, and as the single light was at the head of the stairway, the legend was none too legible after nightfall, and the boy who had paused in front of it to regain his breath after a hurried ascent of the two steep flights had difficulty in reading it.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading As Number 22 was the last room on the corridor, and as the single light was at the head of the stairway, the legend was none too legible after nightfall, and the boy who had paused in front of it to regain his breath after a hurried ascent of the two steep flights had difficulty in reading it.
belowprepositionUS /bɪˈloʊ/
at or to a lower level than something
From this reading When he had deciphered it and glanced at the little cardboard box below, in which reposed a tiny scratch-pad and a stubby pencil, he smiled amusedly ere he raised his hand and rapped on the portal.
on the far side of; further than
From this reading “Come in!” called a voice from beyond the door, and the visitor turned the knob and entered.
a (usually rectangular) container; may have a lid
From this reading INTRODUCING OUR HERO T. TUCKER _Clothes Cleaned and Pressed_ PLEASE LEAVE ORDERS IN BOX Such was the legend, neatly inscribed on a small white card, that met the gaze of the visitor to Number 22 Whitson.
a youthful male person
From this reading As Number 22 was the last room on the corridor, and as the single light was at the head of the stairway, the legend was none too legible after nightfall, and the boy who had paused in front of it to regain his breath after a hurried ascent of the two steep flights had difficulty in reading it.
the process of taking in and expelling air during breathing
From this reading As Number 22 was the last room on the corridor, and as the single light was at the head of the stairway, the legend was none too legible after nightfall, and the boy who had paused in front of it to regain his breath after a hurried ascent of the two steep flights had difficulty in reading it.
past form of “call” — assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading “Come in!” called a voice from beyond the door, and the visitor turned the knob and entered.
one of a set of small pieces of stiff paper marked in various ways and used for playing games or for telling fortunes
From this reading INTRODUCING OUR HERO T. TUCKER _Clothes Cleaned and Pressed_ PLEASE LEAVE ORDERS IN BOX Such was the legend, neatly inscribed on a small white card, that met the gaze of the visitor to Number 22 Whitson.
cardboardnounUS /ˈkɑːrdbɔːrd/
a stiff moderately thick paper
From this reading When he had deciphered it and glanced at the little cardboard box below, in which reposed a tiny scratch-pad and a stubby pencil, he smiled amusedly ere he raised his hand and rapped on the portal.
ceilingnounUS /ˈsiːlɪŋ/
the overhead upper surface of a covered space
From this reading The room was small, with a ceiling that sloped with the roof, and rather shabby.
CleanedverbUS /kliːnd/
past form of “clean” — make clean by removing dirt, filth, or unwanted substances from
From this reading INTRODUCING OUR HERO T. TUCKER _Clothes Cleaned and Pressed_ PLEASE LEAVE ORDERS IN BOX Such was the legend, neatly inscribed on a small white card, that met the gaze of the visitor to Number 22 Whitson.
clothing in general
From this reading INTRODUCING OUR HERO T. TUCKER _Clothes Cleaned and Pressed_ PLEASE LEAVE ORDERS IN BOX Such was the legend, neatly inscribed on a small white card, that met the gaze of the visitor to Number 22 Whitson.
move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading “Come in!” called a voice from beyond the door, and the visitor turned the knob and entered.
corridornounUS /ˈkɔːrədər/
an enclosed passageway; rooms usually open onto it
From this reading As Number 22 was the last room on the corridor, and as the single light was at the head of the stairway, the legend was none too legible after nightfall, and the boy who had paused in front of it to regain his breath after a hurried ascent of the two steep flights had difficulty in reading it.
decipheredadjectiveUS /dɪˈsaɪfərd/
converted from cryptic to intelligible language
From this reading When he had deciphered it and glanced at the little cardboard box below, in which reposed a tiny scratch-pad and a stubby pencil, he smiled amusedly ere he raised his hand and rapped on the portal.
an effort that is inconvenient
From this reading As Number 22 was the last room on the corridor, and as the single light was at the head of the stairway, the legend was none too legible after nightfall, and the boy who had paused in front of it to regain his breath after a hurried ascent of the two steep flights had difficulty in reading it.
a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle
From this reading “Come in!” called a voice from beyond the door, and the visitor turned the knob and entered.
past form of “enter” — to come or go into
From this reading “Come in!” called a voice from beyond the door, and the visitor turned the knob and entered.
an old word for “before”
From this reading When he had deciphered it and glanced at the little cardboard box below, in which reposed a tiny scratch-pad and a stubby pencil, he smiled amusedly ere he raised his hand and rapped on the portal.
flightsnounUS /flaɪts/
plural of “flight” — a formation of aircraft in flight
From this reading As Number 22 was the last room on the corridor, and as the single light was at the head of the stairway, the legend was none too legible after nightfall, and the boy who had paused in front of it to regain his breath after a hurried ascent of the two steep flights had difficulty in reading it.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading “Come in!” called a voice from beyond the door, and the visitor turned the knob and entered.
the side that is forward or prominent
From this reading As Number 22 was the last room on the corridor, and as the single light was at the head of the stairway, the legend was none too legible after nightfall, and the boy who had paused in front of it to regain his breath after a hurried ascent of the two steep flights had difficulty in reading it.
a long fixed look
From this reading INTRODUCING OUR HERO T. TUCKER _Clothes Cleaned and Pressed_ PLEASE LEAVE ORDERS IN BOX Such was the legend, neatly inscribed on a small white card, that met the gaze of the visitor to Number 22 Whitson.
past form of “glance” — throw a glance at; take a brief look at
From this reading When he had deciphered it and glanced at the little cardboard box below, in which reposed a tiny scratch-pad and a stubby pencil, he smiled amusedly ere he raised his hand and rapped on the portal.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading As Number 22 was the last room on the corridor, and as the single light was at the head of the stairway, the legend was none too legible after nightfall, and the boy who had paused in front of it to regain his breath after a hurried ascent of the two steep flights had difficulty in reading it.
the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb
From this reading When he had deciphered it and glanced at the little cardboard box below, in which reposed a tiny scratch-pad and a stubby pencil, he smiled amusedly ere he raised his hand and rapped on the portal.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading When he had deciphered it and glanced at the little cardboard box below, in which reposed a tiny scratch-pad and a stubby pencil, he smiled amusedly ere he raised his hand and rapped on the portal.
the upper part of the human body or the front part of the body in animals; contains the face and brains
From this reading As Number 22 was the last room on the corridor, and as the single light was at the head of the stairway, the legend was none too legible after nightfall, and the boy who had paused in front of it to regain his breath after a hurried ascent of the two steep flights had difficulty in reading it.
a man distinguished by exceptional courage and nobility and strength
From this reading INTRODUCING OUR HERO T. TUCKER _Clothes Cleaned and Pressed_ PLEASE LEAVE ORDERS IN BOX Such was the legend, neatly inscribed on a small white card, that met the gaze of the visitor to Number 22 Whitson.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading As Number 22 was the last room on the corridor, and as the single light was at the head of the stairway, the legend was none too legible after nightfall, and the boy who had paused in front of it to regain his breath after a hurried ascent of the two steep flights had difficulty in reading it.
moving rapidly or performed quickly or in great haste
From this reading As Number 22 was the last room on the corridor, and as the single light was at the head of the stairway, the legend was none too legible after nightfall, and the boy who had paused in front of it to regain his breath after a hurried ascent of the two steep flights had difficulty in reading it.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading INTRODUCING OUR HERO T. TUCKER _Clothes Cleaned and Pressed_ PLEASE LEAVE ORDERS IN BOX Such was the legend, neatly inscribed on a small white card, that met the gaze of the visitor to Number 22 Whitson.
inscribedadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈskraɪbd/
written (by handwriting, printing, engraving, or carving) on or in a surface
From this reading INTRODUCING OUR HERO T. TUCKER _Clothes Cleaned and Pressed_ PLEASE LEAVE ORDERS IN BOX Such was the legend, neatly inscribed on a small white card, that met the gaze of the visitor to Number 22 Whitson.
INTRODUCINGverbUS /ˌɪntrəˈduːsɪŋ/
-ing form of “introduce” — cause to come to know personally
From this reading INTRODUCING OUR HERO T. TUCKER _Clothes Cleaned and Pressed_ PLEASE LEAVE ORDERS IN BOX Such was the legend, neatly inscribed on a small white card, that met the gaze of the visitor to Number 22 Whitson.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading As Number 22 was the last room on the corridor, and as the single light was at the head of the stairway, the legend was none too legible after nightfall, and the boy who had paused in front of it to regain his breath after a hurried ascent of the two steep flights had difficulty in reading it.
knobnounUS /nɑːb/
a circular rounded projection or protuberance
From this reading “Come in!” called a voice from beyond the door, and the visitor turned the knob and entered.
immediately past
From this reading As Number 22 was the last room on the corridor, and as the single light was at the head of the stairway, the legend was none too legible after nightfall, and the boy who had paused in front of it to regain his breath after a hurried ascent of the two steep flights had difficulty in reading it.
go away from a place
From this reading INTRODUCING OUR HERO T. TUCKER _Clothes Cleaned and Pressed_ PLEASE LEAVE ORDERS IN BOX Such was the legend, neatly inscribed on a small white card, that met the gaze of the visitor to Number 22 Whitson.
legendnounUS /ˈledʒənd/
a story about mythical or supernatural beings or events
From this reading INTRODUCING OUR HERO T. TUCKER _Clothes Cleaned and Pressed_ PLEASE LEAVE ORDERS IN BOX Such was the legend, neatly inscribed on a small white card, that met the gaze of the visitor to Number 22 Whitson.
legibleadjectiveUS /ˈledʒəbəl/
(of handwriting, print, etc.) capable of being read or deciphered
From this reading As Number 22 was the last room on the corridor, and as the single light was at the head of the stairway, the legend was none too legible after nightfall, and the boy who had paused in front of it to regain his breath after a hurried ascent of the two steep flights had difficulty in reading it.
of comparatively little physical weight or density
From this reading As Number 22 was the last room on the corridor, and as the single light was at the head of the stairway, the legend was none too legible after nightfall, and the boy who had paused in front of it to regain his breath after a hurried ascent of the two steep flights had difficulty in reading it.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading When he had deciphered it and glanced at the little cardboard box below, in which reposed a tiny scratch-pad and a stubby pencil, he smiled amusedly ere he raised his hand and rapped on the portal.
inflected form of “meet” — come together
From this reading INTRODUCING OUR HERO T. TUCKER _Clothes Cleaned and Pressed_ PLEASE LEAVE ORDERS IN BOX Such was the legend, neatly inscribed on a small white card, that met the gaze of the visitor to Number 22 Whitson.
neatlyadverbUS /ˈniːtli/
with neatness
From this reading INTRODUCING OUR HERO T. TUCKER _Clothes Cleaned and Pressed_ PLEASE LEAVE ORDERS IN BOX Such was the legend, neatly inscribed on a small white card, that met the gaze of the visitor to Number 22 Whitson.
nightfallnounUS /ˈnaɪtfɔːl/
the time of day immediately following sunset
From this reading As Number 22 was the last room on the corridor, and as the single light was at the head of the stairway, the legend was none too legible after nightfall, and the boy who had paused in front of it to regain his breath after a hurried ascent of the two steep flights had difficulty in reading it.
not one, and not any
From this reading As Number 22 was the last room on the corridor, and as the single light was at the head of the stairway, the legend was none too legible after nightfall, and the boy who had paused in front of it to regain his breath after a hurried ascent of the two steep flights had difficulty in reading it.
the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals
From this reading INTRODUCING OUR HERO T. TUCKER _Clothes Cleaned and Pressed_ PLEASE LEAVE ORDERS IN BOX Such was the legend, neatly inscribed on a small white card, that met the gaze of the visitor to Number 22 Whitson.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading INTRODUCING OUR HERO T. TUCKER _Clothes Cleaned and Pressed_ PLEASE LEAVE ORDERS IN BOX Such was the legend, neatly inscribed on a small white card, that met the gaze of the visitor to Number 22 Whitson.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading INTRODUCING OUR HERO T. TUCKER _Clothes Cleaned and Pressed_ PLEASE LEAVE ORDERS IN BOX Such was the legend, neatly inscribed on a small white card, that met the gaze of the visitor to Number 22 Whitson.
plural of “order” — (often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed
From this reading INTRODUCING OUR HERO T. TUCKER _Clothes Cleaned and Pressed_ PLEASE LEAVE ORDERS IN BOX Such was the legend, neatly inscribed on a small white card, that met the gaze of the visitor to Number 22 Whitson.
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading INTRODUCING OUR HERO T. TUCKER _Clothes Cleaned and Pressed_ PLEASE LEAVE ORDERS IN BOX Such was the legend, neatly inscribed on a small white card, that met the gaze of the visitor to Number 22 Whitson.
past form of “pause” — interrupt temporarily an activity before continuing
From this reading As Number 22 was the last room on the corridor, and as the single light was at the head of the stairway, the legend was none too legible after nightfall, and the boy who had paused in front of it to regain his breath after a hurried ascent of the two steep flights had difficulty in reading it.
pencilnounUS /ˈpensəl/
a thin cylindrical pointed writing implement; a rod of marking substance encased in wood
From this reading When he had deciphered it and glanced at the little cardboard box below, in which reposed a tiny scratch-pad and a stubby pencil, he smiled amusedly ere he raised his hand and rapped on the portal.
give pleasure to or be pleasing to
From this reading INTRODUCING OUR HERO T. TUCKER _Clothes Cleaned and Pressed_ PLEASE LEAVE ORDERS IN BOX Such was the legend, neatly inscribed on a small white card, that met the gaze of the visitor to Number 22 Whitson.
portalnounUS /ˈpɔːrtəl/
a grand and imposing entrance (often extended metaphorically)
From this reading When he had deciphered it and glanced at the little cardboard box below, in which reposed a tiny scratch-pad and a stubby pencil, he smiled amusedly ere he raised his hand and rapped on the portal.
compacted by ironing
From this reading INTRODUCING OUR HERO T. TUCKER _Clothes Cleaned and Pressed_ PLEASE LEAVE ORDERS IN BOX Such was the legend, neatly inscribed on a small white card, that met the gaze of the visitor to Number 22 Whitson.
located or moved above the surround or above the normal position
From this reading When he had deciphered it and glanced at the little cardboard box below, in which reposed a tiny scratch-pad and a stubby pencil, he smiled amusedly ere he raised his hand and rapped on the portal.
rappedverbUS /ræpt/
inflected form of “rap” — strike sharply
From this reading When he had deciphered it and glanced at the little cardboard box below, in which reposed a tiny scratch-pad and a stubby pencil, he smiled amusedly ere he raised his hand and rapped on the portal.
on the contrary
From this reading The room was small, with a ceiling that sloped with the roof, and rather shabby.
the cognitive process of understanding a written linguistic message
From this reading As Number 22 was the last room on the corridor, and as the single light was at the head of the stairway, the legend was none too legible after nightfall, and the boy who had paused in front of it to regain his breath after a hurried ascent of the two steep flights had difficulty in reading it.
regainverbUS /rɪˈɡeɪn/
get or find back; recover the use of
From this reading As Number 22 was the last room on the corridor, and as the single light was at the head of the stairway, the legend was none too legible after nightfall, and the boy who had paused in front of it to regain his breath after a hurried ascent of the two steep flights had difficulty in reading it.
reposed
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From this reading When he had deciphered it and glanced at the little cardboard box below, in which reposed a tiny scratch-pad and a stubby pencil, he smiled amusedly ere he raised his hand and rapped on the portal.
a protective covering that covers or forms the top of a building
From this reading The room was small, with a ceiling that sloped with the roof, and rather shabby.
an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling
From this reading As Number 22 was the last room on the corridor, and as the single light was at the head of the stairway, the legend was none too legible after nightfall, and the boy who had paused in front of it to regain his breath after a hurried ascent of the two steep flights had difficulty in reading it.
scratch-pad
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From this reading When he had deciphered it and glanced at the little cardboard box below, in which reposed a tiny scratch-pad and a stubby pencil, he smiled amusedly ere he raised his hand and rapped on the portal.
shabbyadjectiveUS /ˈʃæbi/
showing signs of wear and tear
From this reading The room was small, with a ceiling that sloped with the roof, and rather shabby.
being or characteristic of a single thing or person
From this reading As Number 22 was the last room on the corridor, and as the single light was at the head of the stairway, the legend was none too legible after nightfall, and the boy who had paused in front of it to regain his breath after a hurried ascent of the two steep flights had difficulty in reading it.
slopedadjective
having an oblique or slanted direction
From this reading The room was small, with a ceiling that sloped with the roof, and rather shabby.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading INTRODUCING OUR HERO T. TUCKER _Clothes Cleaned and Pressed_ PLEASE LEAVE ORDERS IN BOX Such was the legend, neatly inscribed on a small white card, that met the gaze of the visitor to Number 22 Whitson.
past form of “smile” — change one's facial expression by spreading the lips, often to signal pleasure
From this reading When he had deciphered it and glanced at the little cardboard box below, in which reposed a tiny scratch-pad and a stubby pencil, he smiled amusedly ere he raised his hand and rapped on the portal.
stairwaynounUS /ˈsterweɪ/
a way of access (upward and downward) consisting of a set of steps
From this reading As Number 22 was the last room on the corridor, and as the single light was at the head of the stairway, the legend was none too legible after nightfall, and the boy who had paused in front of it to regain his breath after a hurried ascent of the two steep flights had difficulty in reading it.
having a sharp inclination
From this reading As Number 22 was the last room on the corridor, and as the single light was at the head of the stairway, the legend was none too legible after nightfall, and the boy who had paused in front of it to regain his breath after a hurried ascent of the two steep flights had difficulty in reading it.
stubbyadjectiveUS /ˈstʌbi/
short and blunt
From this reading When he had deciphered it and glanced at the little cardboard box below, in which reposed a tiny scratch-pad and a stubby pencil, he smiled amusedly ere he raised his hand and rapped on the portal.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading INTRODUCING OUR HERO T. TUCKER _Clothes Cleaned and Pressed_ PLEASE LEAVE ORDERS IN BOX Such was the legend, neatly inscribed on a small white card, that met the gaze of the visitor to Number 22 Whitson.
a base found in DNA (but not in RNA) and derived from pyrimidine; pairs with adenine
From this reading INTRODUCING OUR HERO T. TUCKER _Clothes Cleaned and Pressed_ PLEASE LEAVE ORDERS IN BOX Such was the legend, neatly inscribed on a small white card, that met the gaze of the visitor to Number 22 Whitson.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading INTRODUCING OUR HERO T. TUCKER _Clothes Cleaned and Pressed_ PLEASE LEAVE ORDERS IN BOX Such was the legend, neatly inscribed on a small white card, that met the gaze of the visitor to Number 22 Whitson.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading INTRODUCING OUR HERO T. TUCKER _Clothes Cleaned and Pressed_ PLEASE LEAVE ORDERS IN BOX Such was the legend, neatly inscribed on a small white card, that met the gaze of the visitor to Number 22 Whitson.
very small
From this reading When he had deciphered it and glanced at the little cardboard box below, in which reposed a tiny scratch-pad and a stubby pencil, he smiled amusedly ere he raised his hand and rapped on the portal.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading INTRODUCING OUR HERO T. TUCKER _Clothes Cleaned and Pressed_ PLEASE LEAVE ORDERS IN BOX Such was the legend, neatly inscribed on a small white card, that met the gaze of the visitor to Number 22 Whitson.
to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits
From this reading As Number 22 was the last room on the corridor, and as the single light was at the head of the stairway, the legend was none too legible after nightfall, and the boy who had paused in front of it to regain his breath after a hurried ascent of the two steep flights had difficulty in reading it.
TUCKERnounUS /ˈtʌkər/
United States anarchist influential before World War I (1854-1939)
From this reading INTRODUCING OUR HERO T. TUCKER _Clothes Cleaned and Pressed_ PLEASE LEAVE ORDERS IN BOX Such was the legend, neatly inscribed on a small white card, that met the gaze of the visitor to Number 22 Whitson.
moved around an axis or center
From this reading “Come in!” called a voice from beyond the door, and the visitor turned the knob and entered.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading As Number 22 was the last room on the corridor, and as the single light was at the head of the stairway, the legend was none too legible after nightfall, and the boy who had paused in front of it to regain his breath after a hurried ascent of the two steep flights had difficulty in reading it.
someone who visits
From this reading INTRODUCING OUR HERO T. TUCKER _Clothes Cleaned and Pressed_ PLEASE LEAVE ORDERS IN BOX Such was the legend, neatly inscribed on a small white card, that met the gaze of the visitor to Number 22 Whitson.
the distinctive quality or pitch or condition of a person's speech
From this reading “Come in!” called a voice from beyond the door, and the visitor turned the knob and entered.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading INTRODUCING OUR HERO T. TUCKER _Clothes Cleaned and Pressed_ PLEASE LEAVE ORDERS IN BOX Such was the legend, neatly inscribed on a small white card, that met the gaze of the visitor to Number 22 Whitson.
at the time that
From this reading When he had deciphered it and glanced at the little cardboard box below, in which reposed a tiny scratch-pad and a stubby pencil, he smiled amusedly ere he raised his hand and rapped on the portal.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading When he had deciphered it and glanced at the little cardboard box below, in which reposed a tiny scratch-pad and a stubby pencil, he smiled amusedly ere he raised his hand and rapped on the portal.
a Caucasian
From this reading INTRODUCING OUR HERO T. TUCKER _Clothes Cleaned and Pressed_ PLEASE LEAVE ORDERS IN BOX Such was the legend, neatly inscribed on a small white card, that met the gaze of the visitor to Number 22 Whitson.
Whitson
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From this reading INTRODUCING OUR HERO T. TUCKER _Clothes Cleaned and Pressed_ PLEASE LEAVE ORDERS IN BOX Such was the legend, neatly inscribed on a small white card, that met the gaze of the visitor to Number 22 Whitson.
which person or people
From this reading As Number 22 was the last room on the corridor, and as the single light was at the head of the stairway, the legend was none too legible after nightfall, and the boy who had paused in front of it to regain his breath after a hurried ascent of the two steep flights had difficulty in reading it.
in the company of; together with
From this reading The room was small, with a ceiling that sloped with the roof, and rather shabby.
