Chapter IV · The Man of Last Resort

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

From this reading It was not entirely due to his intuitive perception, or to any evidence definitely involving another, that had caused him to feel that Paulding had played no part in the killing of Gaston Todd, and that he might be possibly the victim of a carefully planned conspiracy.

later than; following

From this reading Nicholas Carter did not return to the Waldmere Chambers after his interview with Frank Paulding.

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

From this reading It was not entirely due to his intuitive perception, or to any evidence definitely involving another, that had caused him to feel that Paulding had played no part in the killing of Gaston Todd, and that he might be possibly the victim of a carefully planned conspiracy.

one more of the same kind, or a different one

From this reading It was not entirely due to his intuitive perception, or to any evidence definitely involving another, that had caused him to feel that Paulding had played no part in the killing of Gaston Todd, and that he might be possibly the victim of a carefully planned conspiracy.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading It was not entirely due to his intuitive perception, or to any evidence definitely involving another, that had caused him to feel that Paulding had played no part in the killing of Gaston Todd, and that he might be possibly the victim of a carefully planned conspiracy.

appointed to a post or duty

From this reading Nick saw nothing to be gained by returning to the Waldmere Chambers, and he hastened to the Wilton House, instead, going at once to the suite assigned him, where Chick and Patsy then were waiting for him.

plural of “assistant” — a person who contributes to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose

From this reading It was due in part to what Chief Gleason had told him earlier that morning, when they were discussing the business that had brought him secretly to Madison with his two most reliable assistants.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Nick saw nothing to be gained by returning to the Waldmere Chambers, and he hastened to the Wilton House, instead, going at once to the suite assigned him, where Chick and Patsy then were waiting for him.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading It was not entirely due to his intuitive perception, or to any evidence definitely involving another, that had caused him to feel that Paulding had played no part in the killing of Gaston Todd, and that he might be possibly the victim of a carefully planned conspiracy.

inflected form of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere

From this reading It was due in part to what Chief Gleason had told him earlier that morning, when they were discussing the business that had brought him secretly to Madison with his two most reliable assistants.

a commercial or industrial enterprise and the people who constitute it

From this reading It was due in part to what Chief Gleason had told him earlier that morning, when they were discussing the business that had brought him secretly to Madison with his two most reliable assistants.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Nick saw nothing to be gained by returning to the Waldmere Chambers, and he hastened to the Wilton House, instead, going at once to the suite assigned him, where Chick and Patsy then were waiting for him.

taking care or paying attention

From this reading It was not entirely due to his intuitive perception, or to any evidence definitely involving another, that had caused him to feel that Paulding had played no part in the killing of Gaston Todd, and that he might be possibly the victim of a carefully planned conspiracy.

Englishman and Egyptologist who in 1922 discovered and excavated the tomb of Tutankhamen (1873-1939)

From this reading Nicholas Carter did not return to the Waldmere Chambers after his interview with Frank Paulding.

past form of “cause” — give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally

From this reading It was not entirely due to his intuitive perception, or to any evidence definitely involving another, that had caused him to feel that Paulding had played no part in the killing of Gaston Todd, and that he might be possibly the victim of a carefully planned conspiracy.

English architect (1723-1796)

From this reading Nicholas Carter did not return to the Waldmere Chambers after his interview with Frank Paulding.

young bird especially of domestic fowl

From this reading Nick saw nothing to be gained by returning to the Waldmere Chambers, and he hastened to the Wilton House, instead, going at once to the suite assigned him, where Chick and Patsy then were waiting for him.

a person who is in charge

From this reading It was due in part to what Chief Gleason had told him earlier that morning, when they were discussing the business that had brought him secretly to Madison with his two most reliable assistants.

a secret agreement between two or more people to perform an unlawful act

From this reading It was not entirely due to his intuitive perception, or to any evidence definitely involving another, that had caused him to feel that Paulding had played no part in the killing of Gaston Todd, and that he might be possibly the victim of a carefully planned conspiracy.

without question and beyond doubt

From this reading It was not entirely due to his intuitive perception, or to any evidence definitely involving another, that had caused him to feel that Paulding had played no part in the killing of Gaston Todd, and that he might be possibly the victim of a carefully planned conspiracy.

the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives

From this reading Nicholas Carter did not return to the Waldmere Chambers after his interview with Frank Paulding.

-ing form of “discuss” — to consider or examine in speech or writing

From this reading It was due in part to what Chief Gleason had told him earlier that morning, when they were discussing the business that had brought him secretly to Madison with his two most reliable assistants.

-ing form of “do” — engage in

From this reading “Well, there must be something doing, indeed,” Chick exclaimed, gazing at him when he entered.

owed and payable immediately or on demand

From this reading It was not entirely due to his intuitive perception, or to any evidence definitely involving another, that had caused him to feel that Paulding had played no part in the killing of Gaston Todd, and that he might be possibly the victim of a carefully planned conspiracy.

earlier in time; previously

From this reading It was due in part to what Chief Gleason had told him earlier that morning, when they were discussing the business that had brought him secretly to Madison with his two most reliable assistants.

past form of “enter” — to come or go into

From this reading “Well, there must be something doing, indeed,” Chick exclaimed, gazing at him when he entered.

to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)

From this reading It was not entirely due to his intuitive perception, or to any evidence definitely involving another, that had caused him to feel that Paulding had played no part in the killing of Gaston Todd, and that he might be possibly the victim of a carefully planned conspiracy.

your basis for belief or disbelief; knowledge on which to base belief

From this reading It was not entirely due to his intuitive perception, or to any evidence definitely involving another, that had caused him to feel that Paulding had played no part in the killing of Gaston Todd, and that he might be possibly the victim of a carefully planned conspiracy.

past form of “exclaim” — utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy

From this reading “Well, there must be something doing, indeed,” Chick exclaimed, gazing at him when he entered.

undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind

From this reading It was not entirely due to his intuitive perception, or to any evidence definitely involving another, that had caused him to feel that Paulding had played no part in the killing of Gaston Todd, and that he might be possibly the victim of a carefully planned conspiracy.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Nick saw nothing to be gained by returning to the Waldmere Chambers, and he hastened to the Wilton House, instead, going at once to the suite assigned him, where Chick and Patsy then were waiting for him.

characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion

From this reading Nicholas Carter did not return to the Waldmere Chambers after his interview with Frank Paulding.

past form of “gain” — obtain

From this reading Nick saw nothing to be gained by returning to the Waldmere Chambers, and he hastened to the Wilton House, instead, going at once to the suite assigned him, where Chick and Patsy then were waiting for him.

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From this reading It was not entirely due to his intuitive perception, or to any evidence definitely involving another, that had caused him to feel that Paulding had played no part in the killing of Gaston Todd, and that he might be possibly the victim of a carefully planned conspiracy.

-ing form of “gaze” — look at with fixed eyes

From this reading “Well, there must be something doing, indeed,” Chick exclaimed, gazing at him when he entered.

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From this reading It was due in part to what Chief Gleason had told him earlier that morning, when they were discussing the business that had brought him secretly to Madison with his two most reliable assistants.

the act of departing

From this reading Nick saw nothing to be gained by returning to the Waldmere Chambers, and he hastened to the Wilton House, instead, going at once to the suite assigned him, where Chick and Patsy then were waiting for him.

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

From this reading It was not entirely due to his intuitive perception, or to any evidence definitely involving another, that had caused him to feel that Paulding had played no part in the killing of Gaston Todd, and that he might be possibly the victim of a carefully planned conspiracy.

past form of “hasten” — act or move at high speed

From this reading Nick saw nothing to be gained by returning to the Waldmere Chambers, and he hastened to the Wilton House, instead, going at once to the suite assigned him, where Chick and Patsy then were waiting for him.

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

From this reading It was not entirely due to his intuitive perception, or to any evidence definitely involving another, that had caused him to feel that Paulding had played no part in the killing of Gaston Todd, and that he might be possibly the victim of a carefully planned conspiracy.

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading It was not entirely due to his intuitive perception, or to any evidence definitely involving another, that had caused him to feel that Paulding had played no part in the killing of Gaston Todd, and that he might be possibly the victim of a carefully planned conspiracy.

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

From this reading Nicholas Carter did not return to the Waldmere Chambers after his interview with Frank Paulding.

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

From this reading Nick saw nothing to be gained by returning to the Waldmere Chambers, and he hastened to the Wilton House, instead, going at once to the suite assigned him, where Chick and Patsy then were waiting for him.

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

From this reading It was not entirely due to his intuitive perception, or to any evidence definitely involving another, that had caused him to feel that Paulding had played no part in the killing of Gaston Todd, and that he might be possibly the victim of a carefully planned conspiracy.

in truth (often tends to intensify)

From this reading “Well, there must be something doing, indeed,” Chick exclaimed, gazing at him when he entered.

in place of, or as an alternative to

From this reading Nick saw nothing to be gained by returning to the Waldmere Chambers, and he hastened to the Wilton House, instead, going at once to the suite assigned him, where Chick and Patsy then were waiting for him.

conduct an interview in television, newspaper, and radio reporting

From this reading Nicholas Carter did not return to the Waldmere Chambers after his interview with Frank Paulding.

spontaneously derived from or prompted by a natural tendency

From this reading It was not entirely due to his intuitive perception, or to any evidence definitely involving another, that had caused him to feel that Paulding had played no part in the killing of Gaston Todd, and that he might be possibly the victim of a carefully planned conspiracy.

-ing form of “involve” — connect closely and often incriminatingly

From this reading It was not entirely due to his intuitive perception, or to any evidence definitely involving another, that had caused him to feel that Paulding had played no part in the killing of Gaston Todd, and that he might be possibly the victim of a carefully planned conspiracy.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It was not entirely due to his intuitive perception, or to any evidence definitely involving another, that had caused him to feel that Paulding had played no part in the killing of Gaston Todd, and that he might be possibly the victim of a carefully planned conspiracy.

an event that causes someone to die

From this reading It was not entirely due to his intuitive perception, or to any evidence definitely involving another, that had caused him to feel that Paulding had played no part in the killing of Gaston Todd, and that he might be possibly the victim of a carefully planned conspiracy.

4th President of the United States; member of the Continental Congress and rapporteur at the Constitutional Convention in 1776; helped frame the Bill of Rights (1751-1836)

From this reading It was due in part to what Chief Gleason had told him earlier that morning, when they were discussing the business that had brought him secretly to Madison with his two most reliable assistants.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading It was not entirely due to his intuitive perception, or to any evidence definitely involving another, that had caused him to feel that Paulding had played no part in the killing of Gaston Todd, and that he might be possibly the victim of a carefully planned conspiracy.

the time period between dawn and noon

From this reading It was due in part to what Chief Gleason had told him earlier that morning, when they were discussing the business that had brought him secretly to Madison with his two most reliable assistants.

used to form the superlative

From this reading It was due in part to what Chief Gleason had told him earlier that morning, when they were discussing the business that had brought him secretly to Madison with his two most reliable assistants.

used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true

From this reading “Well, there must be something doing, indeed,” Chick exclaimed, gazing at him when he entered.

a bishop in Asia Minor who is associated with Santa Claus (4th century)

From this reading Nicholas Carter did not return to the Waldmere Chambers after his interview with Frank Paulding.

cut slightly, with a razor

From this reading Nick saw nothing to be gained by returning to the Waldmere Chambers, and he hastened to the Wilton House, instead, going at once to the suite assigned him, where Chick and Patsy then were waiting for him.

not any; not one

From this reading It was not entirely due to his intuitive perception, or to any evidence definitely involving another, that had caused him to feel that Paulding had played no part in the killing of Gaston Todd, and that he might be possibly the victim of a carefully planned conspiracy.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Nicholas Carter did not return to the Waldmere Chambers after his interview with Frank Paulding.

not one thing; not anything

From this reading Nick saw nothing to be gained by returning to the Waldmere Chambers, and he hastened to the Wilton House, instead, going at once to the suite assigned him, where Chick and Patsy then were waiting for him.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading It was not entirely due to his intuitive perception, or to any evidence definitely involving another, that had caused him to feel that Paulding had played no part in the killing of Gaston Todd, and that he might be possibly the victim of a carefully planned conspiracy.

on one occasion

From this reading Nick saw nothing to be gained by returning to the Waldmere Chambers, and he hastened to the Wilton House, instead, going at once to the suite assigned him, where Chick and Patsy then were waiting for him.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading It was not entirely due to his intuitive perception, or to any evidence definitely involving another, that had caused him to feel that Paulding had played no part in the killing of Gaston Todd, and that he might be possibly the victim of a carefully planned conspiracy.

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading It was not entirely due to his intuitive perception, or to any evidence definitely involving another, that had caused him to feel that Paulding had played no part in the killing of Gaston Todd, and that he might be possibly the victim of a carefully planned conspiracy.

a person who is gullible and easy to take advantage of

From this reading Nick saw nothing to be gained by returning to the Waldmere Chambers, and he hastened to the Wilton House, instead, going at once to the suite assigned him, where Chick and Patsy then were waiting for him.

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

From this reading Nicholas Carter did not return to the Waldmere Chambers after his interview with Frank Paulding.

the representation of what is perceived; basic component in the formation of a concept

From this reading It was not entirely due to his intuitive perception, or to any evidence definitely involving another, that had caused him to feel that Paulding had played no part in the killing of Gaston Todd, and that he might be possibly the victim of a carefully planned conspiracy.

designed or carried out according to a plan

From this reading It was not entirely due to his intuitive perception, or to any evidence definitely involving another, that had caused him to feel that Paulding had played no part in the killing of Gaston Todd, and that he might be possibly the victim of a carefully planned conspiracy.

(of games) engaged in

From this reading It was not entirely due to his intuitive perception, or to any evidence definitely involving another, that had caused him to feel that Paulding had played no part in the killing of Gaston Todd, and that he might be possibly the victim of a carefully planned conspiracy.

by chance

From this reading It was not entirely due to his intuitive perception, or to any evidence definitely involving another, that had caused him to feel that Paulding had played no part in the killing of Gaston Todd, and that he might be possibly the victim of a carefully planned conspiracy.

worthy of reliance or trust

From this reading It was due in part to what Chief Gleason had told him earlier that morning, when they were discussing the business that had brought him secretly to Madison with his two most reliable assistants.

go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before

From this reading Nicholas Carter did not return to the Waldmere Chambers after his interview with Frank Paulding.

tending to return to an earlier state

From this reading Nick saw nothing to be gained by returning to the Waldmere Chambers, and he hastened to the Wilton House, instead, going at once to the suite assigned him, where Chick and Patsy then were waiting for him.

cut with a saw

From this reading Nick saw nothing to be gained by returning to the Waldmere Chambers, and he hastened to the Wilton House, instead, going at once to the suite assigned him, where Chick and Patsy then were waiting for him.

in secrecy; not openly

From this reading It was due in part to what Chief Gleason had told him earlier that morning, when they were discussing the business that had brought him secretly to Madison with his two most reliable assistants.

a thing, without saying which

From this reading “Well, there must be something doing, indeed,” Chick exclaimed, gazing at him when he entered.

a musical composition of several movements only loosely connected

From this reading Nick saw nothing to be gained by returning to the Waldmere Chambers, and he hastened to the Wilton House, instead, going at once to the suite assigned him, where Chick and Patsy then were waiting for him.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading It was not entirely due to his intuitive perception, or to any evidence definitely involving another, that had caused him to feel that Paulding had played no part in the killing of Gaston Todd, and that he might be possibly the victim of a carefully planned conspiracy.

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

From this reading Nicholas Carter did not return to the Waldmere Chambers after his interview with Frank Paulding.

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading Nick saw nothing to be gained by returning to the Waldmere Chambers, and he hastened to the Wilton House, instead, going at once to the suite assigned him, where Chick and Patsy then were waiting for him.

in or at that place or location

From this reading “Well, there must be something doing, indeed,” Chick exclaimed, gazing at him when he entered.

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

From this reading It was due in part to what Chief Gleason had told him earlier that morning, when they were discussing the business that had brought him secretly to Madison with his two most reliable assistants.

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

From this reading Nicholas Carter did not return to the Waldmere Chambers after his interview with Frank Paulding.

Scottish chemist noted for his research into the structure of nucleic acids (born in 1907)

From this reading It was not entirely due to his intuitive perception, or to any evidence definitely involving another, that had caused him to feel that Paulding had played no part in the killing of Gaston Todd, and that he might be possibly the victim of a carefully planned conspiracy.

inflected form of “tell” — express in words

From this reading It was due in part to what Chief Gleason had told him earlier that morning, when they were discussing the business that had brought him secretly to Madison with his two most reliable assistants.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading It was due in part to what Chief Gleason had told him earlier that morning, when they were discussing the business that had brought him secretly to Madison with his two most reliable assistants.

an unfortunate person who suffers from some adverse circumstance

From this reading It was not entirely due to his intuitive perception, or to any evidence definitely involving another, that had caused him to feel that Paulding had played no part in the killing of Gaston Todd, and that he might be possibly the victim of a carefully planned conspiracy.

the act of waiting (remaining inactive in one place while expecting something)

From this reading Nick saw nothing to be gained by returning to the Waldmere Chambers, and he hastened to the Wilton House, instead, going at once to the suite assigned him, where Chick and Patsy then were waiting for him.

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

From this reading Nicholas Carter did not return to the Waldmere Chambers after his interview with Frank Paulding.

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

From this reading It was not entirely due to his intuitive perception, or to any evidence definitely involving another, that had caused him to feel that Paulding had played no part in the killing of Gaston Todd, and that he might be possibly the victim of a carefully planned conspiracy.

(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)

From this reading “Well, there must be something doing, indeed,” Chick exclaimed, gazing at him when he entered.

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

From this reading It was due in part to what Chief Gleason had told him earlier that morning, when they were discussing the business that had brought him secretly to Madison with his two most reliable assistants.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading It was due in part to what Chief Gleason had told him earlier that morning, when they were discussing the business that had brought him secretly to Madison with his two most reliable assistants.

at the time that

From this reading It was due in part to what Chief Gleason had told him earlier that morning, when they were discussing the business that had brought him secretly to Madison with his two most reliable assistants.

in or at the place that

From this reading Nick saw nothing to be gained by returning to the Waldmere Chambers, and he hastened to the Wilton House, instead, going at once to the suite assigned him, where Chick and Patsy then were waiting for him.

a carpet woven on a Jacquard loom with loops like a Brussels carpet but having the loops cut to form a close velvety pile

From this reading Nick saw nothing to be gained by returning to the Waldmere Chambers, and he hastened to the Wilton House, instead, going at once to the suite assigned him, where Chick and Patsy then were waiting for him.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Nicholas Carter did not return to the Waldmere Chambers after his interview with Frank Paulding.