Chapter VIII

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

From this reading KIT REACHES SANTA FÉ ONCE MORE The open order of the whites and the rifle fire which came like a thunder clap at the command of their leader discomfited the savages; the arrows flew wild, and as the horsemen came plunging at them, their small arms crackling, they broke and ran toward the river.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading For perhaps a mile the trappers pursued them, more to keep them on the run and discourage another rally than anything else; then at a shout from Young they wheeled about and made for the herd on the other side of the village.

later than; following

From this reading “That kind of a little lesson ain’t lost on the reds,” said old Zeke, after they had reached camp and were settled down watching their meat cooking over the coals.

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From this reading “That kind of a little lesson ain’t lost on the reds,” said old Zeke, after they had reached camp and were settled down watching their meat cooking over the coals.

(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 But the latter were too completely demoralized to venture an attack, so the trappers rode away to their camp leading a full score of pack animals, sufficient to carry all the fur they’d be likely to take, even with the best of luck, during the remainder of their work upon the Gila.

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

From this reading But the latter were too completely demoralized to venture an attack, so the trappers rode away to their camp leading a full score of pack animals, sufficient to carry all the fur they’d be likely to take, even with the best of luck, during the remainder of their work upon the Gila.

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

From this reading KIT REACHES SANTA FÉ ONCE MORE The open order of the whites and the rifle fire which came like a thunder clap at the command of their leader discomfited the savages; the arrows flew wild, and as the horsemen came plunging at them, their small arms crackling, they broke and ran toward the river.

plural of “animal” — a living organism characterized by voluntary movement

From this reading Calmly the victors selected the best of the animals, some of their number watching for the possible approach of the redskins.

one more of the same kind, or a different one

From this reading For perhaps a mile the trappers pursued them, more to keep them on the run and discourage another rally than anything else; then at a shout from Young they wheeled about and made for the herd on the other side of the village.

any thing at all

From this reading For perhaps a mile the trappers pursued them, more to keep them on the run and discourage another rally than anything else; then at a shout from Young they wheeled about and made for the herd on the other side of the village.

move towards

From this reading Calmly the victors selected the best of the animals, some of their number watching for the possible approach of the redskins.

weapons considered collectively

From this reading KIT REACHES SANTA FÉ ONCE MORE The open order of the whites and the rifle fire which came like a thunder clap at the command of their leader discomfited the savages; the arrows flew wild, and as the horsemen came plunging at them, their small arms crackling, they broke and ran toward the river.

plural of “arrow” — a mark to indicate a direction or relation

From this reading KIT REACHES SANTA FÉ ONCE MORE The open order of the whites and the rifle fire which came like a thunder clap at the command of their leader discomfited the savages; the arrows flew wild, and as the horsemen came plunging at them, their small arms crackling, they broke and ran toward the river.

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

From this reading KIT REACHES SANTA FÉ ONCE MORE The open order of the whites and the rifle fire which came like a thunder clap at the command of their leader discomfited the savages; the arrows flew wild, and as the horsemen came plunging at them, their small arms crackling, they broke and ran toward the river.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading KIT REACHES SANTA FÉ ONCE MORE The open order of the whites and the rifle fire which came like a thunder clap at the command of their leader discomfited the savages; the arrows flew wild, and as the horsemen came plunging at them, their small arms crackling, they broke and ran toward the river.

(military) an offensive against an enemy (using weapons)

From this reading But the latter were too completely demoralized to venture an attack, so the trappers rode away to their camp leading a full score of pack animals, sufficient to carry all the fur they’d be likely to take, even with the best of luck, during the remainder of their work upon the Gila.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading But the latter were too completely demoralized to venture an attack, so the trappers rode away to their camp leading a full score of pack animals, sufficient to carry all the fur they’d be likely to take, even with the best of luck, during the remainder of their work upon the Gila.

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

From this reading But the latter were too completely demoralized to venture an attack, so the trappers rode away to their camp leading a full score of pack animals, sufficient to carry all the fur they’d be likely to take, even with the best of luck, during the remainder of their work upon the Gila.

the supreme effort one can make

From this reading Calmly the victors selected the best of the animals, some of their number watching for the possible approach of the redskins.

lacking funds

From this reading KIT REACHES SANTA FÉ ONCE MORE The open order of the whites and the rifle fire which came like a thunder clap at the command of their leader discomfited the savages; the arrows flew wild, and as the horsemen came plunging at them, their small arms crackling, they broke and ran toward the river.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading But the latter were too completely demoralized to venture an attack, so the trappers rode away to their camp leading a full score of pack animals, sufficient to carry all the fur they’d be likely to take, even with the best of luck, during the remainder of their work upon the Gila.

with self-possession (especially in times of stress)

From this reading Calmly the victors selected the best of the animals, some of their number watching for the possible approach of the redskins.

inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading KIT REACHES SANTA FÉ ONCE MORE The open order of the whites and the rifle fire which came like a thunder clap at the command of their leader discomfited the savages; the arrows flew wild, and as the horsemen came plunging at them, their small arms crackling, they broke and ran toward the river.

temporary living quarters specially built by the army for soldiers

From this reading But the latter were too completely demoralized to venture an attack, so the trappers rode away to their camp leading a full score of pack animals, sufficient to carry all the fur they’d be likely to take, even with the best of luck, during the remainder of their work upon the Gila.

move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body

From this reading But the latter were too completely demoralized to venture an attack, so the trappers rode away to their camp leading a full score of pack animals, sufficient to carry all the fur they’d be likely to take, even with the best of luck, during the remainder of their work upon the Gila.

put quickly or forcibly

From this reading KIT REACHES SANTA FÉ ONCE MORE The open order of the whites and the rifle fire which came like a thunder clap at the command of their leader discomfited the savages; the arrows flew wild, and as the horsemen came plunging at them, their small arms crackling, they broke and ran toward the river.

plural of “coal” — fossil fuel consisting of carbonized vegetable matter deposited in the Carboniferous period

From this reading “That kind of a little lesson ain’t lost on the reds,” said old Zeke, after they had reached camp and were settled down watching their meat cooking over the coals.

an authoritative direction or instruction to do something

From this reading KIT REACHES SANTA FÉ ONCE MORE The open order of the whites and the rifle fire which came like a thunder clap at the command of their leader discomfited the savages; the arrows flew wild, and as the horsemen came plunging at them, their small arms crackling, they broke and ran toward the river.

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

From this reading But the latter were too completely demoralized to venture an attack, so the trappers rode away to their camp leading a full score of pack animals, sufficient to carry all the fur they’d be likely to take, even with the best of luck, during the remainder of their work upon the Gila.

the act of preparing something (as food) by the application of heat

From this reading “That kind of a little lesson ain’t lost on the reds,” said old Zeke, after they had reached camp and were settled down watching their meat cooking over the coals.

the residue that remains after animal fat has been rendered

From this reading KIT REACHES SANTA FÉ ONCE MORE The open order of the whites and the rifle fire which came like a thunder clap at the command of their leader discomfited the savages; the arrows flew wild, and as the horsemen came plunging at them, their small arms crackling, they broke and ran toward the river.

made less hopeful or enthusiastic

From this reading But the latter were too completely demoralized to venture an attack, so the trappers rode away to their camp leading a full score of pack animals, sufficient to carry all the fur they’d be likely to take, even with the best of luck, during the remainder of their work upon the Gila.

people who are defeated

From this reading KIT REACHES SANTA FÉ ONCE MORE The open order of the whites and the rifle fire which came like a thunder clap at the command of their leader discomfited the savages; the arrows flew wild, and as the horsemen came plunging at them, their small arms crackling, they broke and ran toward the river.

try to prevent; show opposition to

From this reading For perhaps a mile the trappers pursued them, more to keep them on the run and discourage another rally than anything else; then at a shout from Young they wheeled about and made for the herd on the other side of the village.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading “That kind of a little lesson ain’t lost on the reds,” said old Zeke, after they had reached camp and were settled down watching their meat cooking over the coals.

all through a period, or at some point within it

From this reading But the latter were too completely demoralized to venture an attack, so the trappers rode away to their camp leading a full score of pack animals, sufficient to carry all the fur they’d be likely to take, even with the best of luck, during the remainder of their work upon the Gila.

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

From this reading For perhaps a mile the trappers pursued them, more to keep them on the run and discourage another rally than anything else; then at a shout from Young they wheeled about and made for the herd on the other side of the village.

divisible by two

From this reading But the latter were too completely demoralized to venture an attack, so the trappers rode away to their camp leading a full score of pack animals, sufficient to carry all the fur they’d be likely to take, even with the best of luck, during the remainder of their work upon the Gila.

start firing a weapon

From this reading KIT REACHES SANTA FÉ ONCE MORE The open order of the whites and the rifle fire which came like a thunder clap at the command of their leader discomfited the savages; the arrows flew wild, and as the horsemen came plunging at them, their small arms crackling, they broke and ran toward the river.

inflected form of “fly” — travel through the air; be airborne

From this reading KIT REACHES SANTA FÉ ONCE MORE The open order of the whites and the rifle fire which came like a thunder clap at the command of their leader discomfited the savages; the arrows flew wild, and as the horsemen came plunging at them, their small arms crackling, they broke and ran toward the river.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading For perhaps a mile the trappers pursued them, more to keep them on the run and discourage another rally than anything else; then at a shout from Young they wheeled about and made for the herd on the other side of the village.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading For perhaps a mile the trappers pursued them, more to keep them on the run and discourage another rally than anything else; then at a shout from Young they wheeled about and made for the herd on the other side of the village.

containing as much or as many as is possible or normal

From this reading But the latter were too completely demoralized to venture an attack, so the trappers rode away to their camp leading a full score of pack animals, sufficient to carry all the fur they’d be likely to take, even with the best of luck, during the remainder of their work upon the Gila.

the dressed hairy coat of a mammal

From this reading But the latter were too completely demoralized to venture an attack, so the trappers rode away to their camp leading a full score of pack animals, sufficient to carry all the fur they’d be likely to take, even with the best of luck, during the remainder of their work upon the Gila.

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

From this reading KIT REACHES SANTA FÉ ONCE MORE The open order of the whites and the rifle fire which came like a thunder clap at the command of their leader discomfited the savages; the arrows flew wild, and as the horsemen came plunging at them, their small arms crackling, they broke and ran toward the river.

a river that rises in western New Mexico and flows westward through southern Arizona to become a tributary of the Colorado River

From this reading But the latter were too completely demoralized to venture an attack, so the trappers rode away to their camp leading a full score of pack animals, sufficient to carry all the fur they’d be likely to take, even with the best of luck, during the remainder of their work upon the Gila.

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

From this reading “That kind of a little lesson ain’t lost on the reds,” said old Zeke, after they had reached camp and were settled down watching their meat cooking over the coals.

a group of cattle or sheep or other domestic mammals all of the same kind that are herded by humans

From this reading For perhaps a mile the trappers pursued them, more to keep them on the run and discourage another rally than anything else; then at a shout from Young they wheeled about and made for the herd on the other side of the village.

plural of “horseman” — a man skilled in equitation

From this reading KIT REACHES SANTA FÉ ONCE MORE The open order of the whites and the rifle fire which came like a thunder clap at the command of their leader discomfited the savages; the arrows flew wild, and as the horsemen came plunging at them, their small arms crackling, they broke and ran toward the river.

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

From this reading For perhaps a mile the trappers pursued them, more to keep them on the run and discourage another rally than anything else; then at a shout from Young they wheeled about and made for the herd on the other side of the village.

having or showing a tender and considerate and helpful nature; used especially of persons and their behavior

From this reading “That kind of a little lesson ain’t lost on the reds,” said old Zeke, after they had reached camp and were settled down watching their meat cooking over the coals.

a case for containing a set of articles

From this reading KIT REACHES SANTA FÉ ONCE MORE The open order of the whites and the rifle fire which came like a thunder clap at the command of their leader discomfited the savages; the arrows flew wild, and as the horsemen came plunging at them, their small arms crackling, they broke and ran toward the river.

referring to the second of two things or persons mentioned (or the last one or ones of several)

From this reading But the latter were too completely demoralized to venture an attack, so the trappers rode away to their camp leading a full score of pack animals, sufficient to carry all the fur they’d be likely to take, even with the best of luck, during the remainder of their work upon the Gila.

a person who rules or guides or inspires others

From this reading KIT REACHES SANTA FÉ ONCE MORE The open order of the whites and the rifle fire which came like a thunder clap at the command of their leader discomfited the savages; the arrows flew wild, and as the horsemen came plunging at them, their small arms crackling, they broke and ran toward the river.

indicating the most important performer or role

From this reading But the latter were too completely demoralized to venture an attack, so the trappers rode away to their camp leading a full score of pack animals, sufficient to carry all the fur they’d be likely to take, even with the best of luck, during the remainder of their work upon the Gila.

a unit of instruction

From this reading “That kind of a little lesson ain’t lost on the reds,” said old Zeke, after they had reached camp and were settled down watching their meat cooking over the coals.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading KIT REACHES SANTA FÉ ONCE MORE The open order of the whites and the rifle fire which came like a thunder clap at the command of their leader discomfited the savages; the arrows flew wild, and as the horsemen came plunging at them, their small arms crackling, they broke and ran toward the river.

has a good chance of being the case or of coming about

From this reading But the latter were too completely demoralized to venture an attack, so the trappers rode away to their camp leading a full score of pack animals, sufficient to carry all the fur they’d be likely to take, even with the best of luck, during the remainder of their work upon the Gila.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading “That kind of a little lesson ain’t lost on the reds,” said old Zeke, after they had reached camp and were settled down watching their meat cooking over the coals.

no longer in your possession or control; unable to be found or recovered

From this reading “That kind of a little lesson ain’t lost on the reds,” said old Zeke, after they had reached camp and were settled down watching their meat cooking over the coals.

your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you)

From this reading But the latter were too completely demoralized to venture an attack, so the trappers rode away to their camp leading a full score of pack animals, sufficient to carry all the fur they’d be likely to take, even with the best of luck, during the remainder of their work upon the Gila.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading For perhaps a mile the trappers pursued them, more to keep them on the run and discourage another rally than anything else; then at a shout from Young they wheeled about and made for the herd on the other side of the village.

the flesh of animals (including fishes and birds and snails) used as food

From this reading “That kind of a little lesson ain’t lost on the reds,” said old Zeke, after they had reached camp and were settled down watching their meat cooking over the coals.

a unit of length equal to 1,760 yards or 5,280 feet; exactly 1609.344 meters

From this reading For perhaps a mile the trappers pursued them, more to keep them on the run and discourage another rally than anything else; then at a shout from Young they wheeled about and made for the herd on the other side of the village.

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

From this reading KIT REACHES SANTA FÉ ONCE MORE The open order of the whites and the rifle fire which came like a thunder clap at the command of their leader discomfited the savages; the arrows flew wild, and as the horsemen came plunging at them, their small arms crackling, they broke and ran toward the river.

the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals

From this reading Calmly the victors selected the best of the animals, some of their number watching for the possible approach of the redskins.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading KIT REACHES SANTA FÉ ONCE MORE The open order of the whites and the rifle fire which came like a thunder clap at the command of their leader discomfited the savages; the arrows flew wild, and as the horsemen came plunging at them, their small arms crackling, they broke and ran toward the river.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading “That kind of a little lesson ain’t lost on the reds,” said old Zeke, after they had reached camp and were settled down watching their meat cooking over the coals.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading For perhaps a mile the trappers pursued them, more to keep them on the run and discourage another rally than anything else; then at a shout from Young they wheeled about and made for the herd on the other side of the village.

on one occasion

From this reading KIT REACHES SANTA FÉ ONCE MORE The open order of the whites and the rifle fire which came like a thunder clap at the command of their leader discomfited the savages; the arrows flew wild, and as the horsemen came plunging at them, their small arms crackling, they broke and ran toward the river.

To move from a closed position.

From this reading KIT REACHES SANTA FÉ ONCE MORE The open order of the whites and the rifle fire which came like a thunder clap at the command of their leader discomfited the savages; the arrows flew wild, and as the horsemen came plunging at them, their small arms crackling, they broke and ran toward the river.

(often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed

From this reading KIT REACHES SANTA FÉ ONCE MORE The open order of the whites and the rifle fire which came like a thunder clap at the command of their leader discomfited the savages; the arrows flew wild, and as the horsemen came plunging at them, their small arms crackling, they broke and ran toward the river.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading For perhaps a mile the trappers pursued them, more to keep them on the run and discourage another rally than anything else; then at a shout from Young they wheeled about and made for the herd on the other side of the village.

above and across; more than

From this reading “That kind of a little lesson ain’t lost on the reds,” said old Zeke, after they had reached camp and were settled down watching their meat cooking over the coals.

arrange in a container

From this reading But the latter were too completely demoralized to venture an attack, so the trappers rode away to their camp leading a full score of pack animals, sufficient to carry all the fur they’d be likely to take, even with the best of luck, during the remainder of their work upon the Gila.

by chance

From this reading For perhaps a mile the trappers pursued them, more to keep them on the run and discourage another rally than anything else; then at a shout from Young they wheeled about and made for the herd on the other side of the village.

-ing form of “plunge” — thrust or throw into

From this reading KIT REACHES SANTA FÉ ONCE MORE The open order of the whites and the rifle fire which came like a thunder clap at the command of their leader discomfited the savages; the arrows flew wild, and as the horsemen came plunging at them, their small arms crackling, they broke and ran toward the river.

capable of happening or existing

From this reading Calmly the victors selected the best of the animals, some of their number watching for the possible approach of the redskins.

a person who is being chased

From this reading For perhaps a mile the trappers pursued them, more to keep them on the run and discourage another rally than anything else; then at a shout from Young they wheeled about and made for the herd on the other side of the village.

gather

From this reading For perhaps a mile the trappers pursued them, more to keep them on the run and discourage another rally than anything else; then at a shout from Young they wheeled about and made for the herd on the other side of the village.

inflected form of “run” — move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time

From this reading KIT REACHES SANTA FÉ ONCE MORE The open order of the whites and the rifle fire which came like a thunder clap at the command of their leader discomfited the savages; the arrows flew wild, and as the horsemen came plunging at them, their small arms crackling, they broke and ran toward the river.

past form of “reach” — reach a destination, either real or abstract

From this reading “That kind of a little lesson ain’t lost on the reds,” said old Zeke, after they had reached camp and were settled down watching their meat cooking over the coals.

plural of “reach” — the limits within which something can be effective

From this reading KIT REACHES SANTA FÉ ONCE MORE The open order of the whites and the rifle fire which came like a thunder clap at the command of their leader discomfited the savages; the arrows flew wild, and as the horsemen came plunging at them, their small arms crackling, they broke and ran toward the river.

plural of “red” — red color or pigment; the chromatic color resembling the hue of blood

From this reading “That kind of a little lesson ain’t lost on the reds,” said old Zeke, after they had reached camp and were settled down watching their meat cooking over the coals.

plural of “redskin” — (slang) offensive term for Native Americans

From this reading Calmly the victors selected the best of the animals, some of their number watching for the possible approach of the redskins.

something left after other parts have been taken away

From this reading But the latter were too completely demoralized to venture an attack, so the trappers rode away to their camp leading a full score of pack animals, sufficient to carry all the fur they’d be likely to take, even with the best of luck, during the remainder of their work upon the Gila.

steal goods; take as spoils

From this reading KIT REACHES SANTA FÉ ONCE MORE The open order of the whites and the rifle fire which came like a thunder clap at the command of their leader discomfited the savages; the arrows flew wild, and as the horsemen came plunging at them, their small arms crackling, they broke and ran toward the river.

a large natural stream of water (larger than a creek)

From this reading KIT REACHES SANTA FÉ ONCE MORE The open order of the whites and the rifle fire which came like a thunder clap at the command of their leader discomfited the savages; the arrows flew wild, and as the horsemen came plunging at them, their small arms crackling, they broke and ran toward the river.

inflected form of “ride” — sit and travel on the back of animal, usually while controlling its motions

From this reading But the latter were too completely demoralized to venture an attack, so the trappers rode away to their camp leading a full score of pack animals, sufficient to carry all the fur they’d be likely to take, even with the best of luck, during the remainder of their work upon the Gila.

move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time

From this reading For perhaps a mile the trappers pursued them, more to keep them on the run and discourage another rally than anything else; then at a shout from Young they wheeled about and made for the herd on the other side of the village.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading “That kind of a little lesson ain’t lost on the reds,” said old Zeke, after they had reached camp and were settled down watching their meat cooking over the coals.

the legendary patron saint of children; an imaginary being who is thought to bring presents to children at Christmas

From this reading KIT REACHES SANTA FÉ ONCE MORE The open order of the whites and the rifle fire which came like a thunder clap at the command of their leader discomfited the savages; the arrows flew wild, and as the horsemen came plunging at them, their small arms crackling, they broke and ran toward the river.

plural of “savage” — a member of an uncivilized people

From this reading KIT REACHES SANTA FÉ ONCE MORE The open order of the whites and the rifle fire which came like a thunder clap at the command of their leader discomfited the savages; the arrows flew wild, and as the horsemen came plunging at them, their small arms crackling, they broke and ran toward the river.

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

From this reading But the latter were too completely demoralized to venture an attack, so the trappers rode away to their camp leading a full score of pack animals, sufficient to carry all the fur they’d be likely to take, even with the best of luck, during the remainder of their work upon the Gila.

chosen in preference to another

From this reading Calmly the victors selected the best of the animals, some of their number watching for the possible approach of the redskins.

established or decided beyond dispute or doubt

From this reading “That kind of a little lesson ain’t lost on the reds,” said old Zeke, after they had reached camp and were settled down watching their meat cooking over the coals.

utter in a loud voice; talk in a loud voice (usually denoting characteristic manner of speaking)

From this reading For perhaps a mile the trappers pursued them, more to keep them on the run and discourage another rally than anything else; then at a shout from Young they wheeled about and made for the herd on the other side of the village.

a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location

From this reading For perhaps a mile the trappers pursued them, more to keep them on the run and discourage another rally than anything else; then at a shout from Young they wheeled about and made for the herd on the other side of the village.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading KIT REACHES SANTA FÉ ONCE MORE The open order of the whites and the rifle fire which came like a thunder clap at the command of their leader discomfited the savages; the arrows flew wild, and as the horsemen came plunging at them, their small arms crackling, they broke and ran toward the river.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading But the latter were too completely demoralized to venture an attack, so the trappers rode away to their camp leading a full score of pack animals, sufficient to carry all the fur they’d be likely to take, even with the best of luck, during the remainder of their work upon the Gila.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading Calmly the victors selected the best of the animals, some of their number watching for the possible approach of the redskins.

of a quantity that can fulfill a need or requirement but without being abundant

From this reading But the latter were too completely demoralized to venture an attack, so the trappers rode away to their camp leading a full score of pack animals, sufficient to carry all the fur they’d be likely to take, even with the best of luck, during the remainder of their work upon the Gila.

carry out

From this reading But the latter were too completely demoralized to venture an attack, so the trappers rode away to their camp leading a full score of pack animals, sufficient to carry all the fur they’d be likely to take, even with the best of luck, during the remainder of their work upon the Gila.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading For perhaps a mile the trappers pursued them, more to keep them on the run and discourage another rally than anything else; then at a shout from Young they wheeled about and made for the herd on the other side of the village.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading “That kind of a little lesson ain’t lost on the reds,” said old Zeke, after they had reached camp and were settled down watching their meat cooking over the coals.

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

From this reading KIT REACHES SANTA FÉ ONCE MORE The open order of the whites and the rifle fire which came like a thunder clap at the command of their leader discomfited the savages; the arrows flew wild, and as the horsemen came plunging at them, their small arms crackling, they broke and ran toward the river.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading KIT REACHES SANTA FÉ ONCE MORE The open order of the whites and the rifle fire which came like a thunder clap at the command of their leader discomfited the savages; the arrows flew wild, and as the horsemen came plunging at them, their small arms crackling, they broke and ran toward the river.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading KIT REACHES SANTA FÉ ONCE MORE The open order of the whites and the rifle fire which came like a thunder clap at the command of their leader discomfited the savages; the arrows flew wild, and as the horsemen came plunging at them, their small arms crackling, they broke and ran toward the river.

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading For perhaps a mile the trappers pursued them, more to keep them on the run and discourage another rally than anything else; then at a shout from Young they wheeled about and made for the herd on the other side of the village.

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

From this reading KIT REACHES SANTA FÉ ONCE MORE The open order of the whites and the rifle fire which came like a thunder clap at the command of their leader discomfited the savages; the arrows flew wild, and as the horsemen came plunging at them, their small arms crackling, they broke and ran toward the river.

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From this reading But the latter were too completely demoralized to venture an attack, so the trappers rode away to their camp leading a full score of pack animals, sufficient to carry all the fur they’d be likely to take, even with the best of luck, during the remainder of their work upon the Gila.

move fast, noisily, and heavily

From this reading KIT REACHES SANTA FÉ ONCE MORE The open order of the whites and the rifle fire which came like a thunder clap at the command of their leader discomfited the savages; the arrows flew wild, and as the horsemen came plunging at them, their small arms crackling, they broke and ran toward the river.

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

From this reading For perhaps a mile the trappers pursued them, more to keep them on the run and discourage another rally than anything else; then at a shout from Young they wheeled about and made for the herd on the other side of the village.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading But the latter were too completely demoralized to venture an attack, so the trappers rode away to their camp leading a full score of pack animals, sufficient to carry all the fur they’d be likely to take, even with the best of luck, during the remainder of their work upon the Gila.

in the direction of

From this reading KIT REACHES SANTA FÉ ONCE MORE The open order of the whites and the rifle fire which came like a thunder clap at the command of their leader discomfited the savages; the arrows flew wild, and as the horsemen came plunging at them, their small arms crackling, they broke and ran toward the river.

plural of “trapper” — someone who sets traps for animals (usually to obtain their furs)

From this reading For perhaps a mile the trappers pursued them, more to keep them on the run and discourage another rally than anything else; then at a shout from Young they wheeled about and made for the herd on the other side of the village.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading But the latter were too completely demoralized to venture an attack, so the trappers rode away to their camp leading a full score of pack animals, sufficient to carry all the fur they’d be likely to take, even with the best of luck, during the remainder of their work upon the Gila.

any venturesome undertaking especially one with an uncertain outcome

From this reading But the latter were too completely demoralized to venture an attack, so the trappers rode away to their camp leading a full score of pack animals, sufficient to carry all the fur they’d be likely to take, even with the best of luck, during the remainder of their work upon the Gila.

plural of “victor” — a combatant who is able to defeat rivals

From this reading Calmly the victors selected the best of the animals, some of their number watching for the possible approach of the redskins.

a community of people smaller than a town

From this reading For perhaps a mile the trappers pursued them, more to keep them on the run and discourage another rally than anything else; then at a shout from Young they wheeled about and made for the herd on the other side of the village.

the act of observing; taking a patient look

From this reading Calmly the victors selected the best of the animals, some of their number watching for the possible approach of the redskins.

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

From this reading But the latter were too completely demoralized to venture an attack, so the trappers rode away to their camp leading a full score of pack animals, sufficient to carry all the fur they’d be likely to take, even with the best of luck, during the remainder of their work upon the Gila.

having wheels; often used in combination

From this reading For perhaps a mile the trappers pursued them, more to keep them on the run and discourage another rally than anything else; then at a shout from Young they wheeled about and made for the herd on the other side of the village.

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

From this reading KIT REACHES SANTA FÉ ONCE MORE The open order of the whites and the rifle fire which came like a thunder clap at the command of their leader discomfited the savages; the arrows flew wild, and as the horsemen came plunging at them, their small arms crackling, they broke and ran toward the river.

plural of “white” — a Caucasian

From this reading KIT REACHES SANTA FÉ ONCE MORE The open order of the whites and the rifle fire which came like a thunder clap at the command of their leader discomfited the savages; the arrows flew wild, and as the horsemen came plunging at them, their small arms crackling, they broke and ran toward the river.

marked by extreme lack of restraint or control

From this reading KIT REACHES SANTA FÉ ONCE MORE The open order of the whites and the rifle fire which came like a thunder clap at the command of their leader discomfited the savages; the arrows flew wild, and as the horsemen came plunging at them, their small arms crackling, they broke and ran toward the river.

in the company of; together with

From this reading But the latter were too completely demoralized to venture an attack, so the trappers rode away to their camp leading a full score of pack animals, sufficient to carry all the fur they’d be likely to take, even with the best of luck, during the remainder of their work upon the Gila.

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

From this reading But the latter were too completely demoralized to venture an attack, so the trappers rode away to their camp leading a full score of pack animals, sufficient to carry all the fur they’d be likely to take, even with the best of luck, during the remainder of their work upon the Gila.

(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth

From this reading For perhaps a mile the trappers pursued them, more to keep them on the run and discourage another rally than anything else; then at a shout from Young they wheeled about and made for the herd on the other side of the village.

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From this reading “That kind of a little lesson ain’t lost on the reds,” said old Zeke, after they had reached camp and were settled down watching their meat cooking over the coals.