used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading THE TENNIS TOURNAMENT It did not take long for a letter to come back to the two girls from Dr. Fairfax, gladly giving his consent to the proposed plan for the summer and expressing his gratitude to Jean and her father for giving so much happiness to his "little girl," as he always called Elizabeth in spite of the fact that she had long since grown up.
absorbingadjectiveUS /əbˈzɔːrbɪŋ/
capable of arousing and holding the attention
From this reading However, they both were determined to make the most of the last days of college and each found her different interests absorbing.
(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 Elizabeth had been putting all her spare time on her extra work in history and Jean hers on the tennis courts.
at all times; all the time and on every occasion
From this reading THE TENNIS TOURNAMENT It did not take long for a letter to come back to the two girls from Dr. Fairfax, gladly giving his consent to the proposed plan for the summer and expressing his gratitude to Jean and her father for giving so much happiness to his "little girl," as he always called Elizabeth in spite of the fact that she had long since grown up.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading THE TENNIS TOURNAMENT It did not take long for a letter to come back to the two girls from Dr. Fairfax, gladly giving his consent to the proposed plan for the summer and expressing his gratitude to Jean and her father for giving so much happiness to his "little girl," as he always called Elizabeth in spite of the fact that she had long since grown up.
any thing at all
From this reading Both girls were highly elated over the prospects of their trip, and for the first few days could hardly keep their mind on anything else.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading THE TENNIS TOURNAMENT It did not take long for a letter to come back to the two girls from Dr. Fairfax, gladly giving his consent to the proposed plan for the summer and expressing his gratitude to Jean and her father for giving so much happiness to his "little girl," as he always called Elizabeth in spite of the fact that she had long since grown up.
athletically
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From this reading Ever since warm weather had made outdoor sports possible, the indoor gymnasium work had ceased, and the girls athletically inclined found plenty to interest them out of doors.
in or to or toward a former location
From this reading THE TENNIS TOURNAMENT It did not take long for a letter to come back to the two girls from Dr. Fairfax, gladly giving his consent to the proposed plan for the summer and expressing his gratitude to Jean and her father for giving so much happiness to his "little girl," as he always called Elizabeth in spite of the fact that she had long since grown up.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading Elizabeth had been putting all her spare time on her extra work in history and Jean hers on the tennis courts.
the two together, not just one
From this reading Both girls were highly elated over the prospects of their trip, and for the first few days could hardly keep their mind on anything else.
past form of “call” — assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading THE TENNIS TOURNAMENT It did not take long for a letter to come back to the two girls from Dr. Fairfax, gladly giving his consent to the proposed plan for the summer and expressing his gratitude to Jean and her father for giving so much happiness to his "little girl," as he always called Elizabeth in spite of the fact that she had long since grown up.
past form of “cease” — put an end to a state or an activity
From this reading Ever since warm weather had made outdoor sports possible, the indoor gymnasium work had ceased, and the girls athletically inclined found plenty to interest them out of doors.
the body of faculty and students of a college
From this reading However, they both were determined to make the most of the last days of college and each found her different interests absorbing.
move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading THE TENNIS TOURNAMENT It did not take long for a letter to come back to the two girls from Dr. Fairfax, gladly giving his consent to the proposed plan for the summer and expressing his gratitude to Jean and her father for giving so much happiness to his "little girl," as he always called Elizabeth in spite of the fact that she had long since grown up.
permission to do something
From this reading THE TENNIS TOURNAMENT It did not take long for a letter to come back to the two girls from Dr. Fairfax, gladly giving his consent to the proposed plan for the summer and expressing his gratitude to Jean and her father for giving so much happiness to his "little girl," as he always called Elizabeth in spite of the fact that she had long since grown up.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading Both girls were highly elated over the prospects of their trip, and for the first few days could hardly keep their mind on anything else.
courtsnounUS /kɔːrts/
plural of “court” — an assembly (including one or more judges) to conduct judicial business
From this reading Elizabeth had been putting all her spare time on her extra work in history and Jean hers on the tennis courts.
the time during which someone's life continues
From this reading Both girls were highly elated over the prospects of their trip, and for the first few days could hardly keep their mind on anything else.
characterized by great determination
From this reading However, they both were determined to make the most of the last days of college and each found her different interests absorbing.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading THE TENNIS TOURNAMENT It did not take long for a letter to come back to the two girls from Dr. Fairfax, gladly giving his consent to the proposed plan for the summer and expressing his gratitude to Jean and her father for giving so much happiness to his "little girl," as he always called Elizabeth in spite of the fact that she had long since grown up.
unlike in nature or quality or form or degree
From this reading However, they both were determined to make the most of the last days of college and each found her different interests absorbing.
plural of “door” — a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle
From this reading Ever since warm weather had made outdoor sports possible, the indoor gymnasium work had ceased, and the girls athletically inclined found plenty to interest them out of doors.
Dr
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From this reading THE TENNIS TOURNAMENT It did not take long for a letter to come back to the two girls from Dr. Fairfax, gladly giving his consent to the proposed plan for the summer and expressing his gratitude to Jean and her father for giving so much happiness to his "little girl," as he always called Elizabeth in spite of the fact that she had long since grown up.
every one of two or more people or things, taken separately
From this reading However, they both were determined to make the most of the last days of college and each found her different interests absorbing.
elatedadjectiveUS /ɪˈleɪtəd/
exultantly proud and joyful; in high spirits
From this reading Both girls were highly elated over the prospects of their trip, and for the first few days could hardly keep their mind on anything else.
daughter of George VI who became the Queen of England and Northern Ireland in 1952 on the death of her father (1926-)
From this reading THE TENNIS TOURNAMENT It did not take long for a letter to come back to the two girls from Dr. Fairfax, gladly giving his consent to the proposed plan for the summer and expressing his gratitude to Jean and her father for giving so much happiness to his "little girl," as he always called Elizabeth in spite of the fact that she had long since grown up.
else
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From this reading Both girls were highly elated over the prospects of their trip, and for the first few days could hardly keep their mind on anything else.
at any time
From this reading Ever since warm weather had made outdoor sports possible, the indoor gymnasium work had ceased, and the girls athletically inclined found plenty to interest them out of doors.
expressingverbUS /ɪkˈspresɪŋ/
-ing form of “express” — give expression to
From this reading THE TENNIS TOURNAMENT It did not take long for a letter to come back to the two girls from Dr. Fairfax, gladly giving his consent to the proposed plan for the summer and expressing his gratitude to Jean and her father for giving so much happiness to his "little girl," as he always called Elizabeth in spite of the fact that she had long since grown up.
extraadjectiveUS /ˈekstrə/
more than is needed, desired, or required
From this reading Elizabeth had been putting all her spare time on her extra work in history and Jean hers on the tennis courts.
a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred
From this reading THE TENNIS TOURNAMENT It did not take long for a letter to come back to the two girls from Dr. Fairfax, gladly giving his consent to the proposed plan for the summer and expressing his gratitude to Jean and her father for giving so much happiness to his "little girl," as he always called Elizabeth in spite of the fact that she had long since grown up.
Fairfax
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From this reading THE TENNIS TOURNAMENT It did not take long for a letter to come back to the two girls from Dr. Fairfax, gladly giving his consent to the proposed plan for the summer and expressing his gratitude to Jean and her father for giving so much happiness to his "little girl," as he always called Elizabeth in spite of the fact that she had long since grown up.
a male parent (also used as a term of address to your father)
From this reading THE TENNIS TOURNAMENT It did not take long for a letter to come back to the two girls from Dr. Fairfax, gladly giving his consent to the proposed plan for the summer and expressing his gratitude to Jean and her father for giving so much happiness to his "little girl," as he always called Elizabeth in spite of the fact that she had long since grown up.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number
From this reading Both girls were highly elated over the prospects of their trip, and for the first few days could hardly keep their mind on anything else.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading Both girls were highly elated over the prospects of their trip, and for the first few days could hardly keep their mind on anything else.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading THE TENNIS TOURNAMENT It did not take long for a letter to come back to the two girls from Dr. Fairfax, gladly giving his consent to the proposed plan for the summer and expressing his gratitude to Jean and her father for giving so much happiness to his "little girl," as he always called Elizabeth in spite of the fact that she had long since grown up.
set up or found
From this reading However, they both were determined to make the most of the last days of college and each found her different interests absorbing.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading THE TENNIS TOURNAMENT It did not take long for a letter to come back to the two girls from Dr. Fairfax, gladly giving his consent to the proposed plan for the summer and expressing his gratitude to Jean and her father for giving so much happiness to his "little girl," as he always called Elizabeth in spite of the fact that she had long since grown up.
a young female
From this reading THE TENNIS TOURNAMENT It did not take long for a letter to come back to the two girls from Dr. Fairfax, gladly giving his consent to the proposed plan for the summer and expressing his gratitude to Jean and her father for giving so much happiness to his "little girl," as he always called Elizabeth in spite of the fact that she had long since grown up.
plural of “girl” — a young female
From this reading THE TENNIS TOURNAMENT It did not take long for a letter to come back to the two girls from Dr. Fairfax, gladly giving his consent to the proposed plan for the summer and expressing his gratitude to Jean and her father for giving so much happiness to his "little girl," as he always called Elizabeth in spite of the fact that she had long since grown up.
the act of giving
From this reading THE TENNIS TOURNAMENT It did not take long for a letter to come back to the two girls from Dr. Fairfax, gladly giving his consent to the proposed plan for the summer and expressing his gratitude to Jean and her father for giving so much happiness to his "little girl," as he always called Elizabeth in spite of the fact that she had long since grown up.
gladlyadverbUS /ˈɡlædli/
in a willing manner
From this reading THE TENNIS TOURNAMENT It did not take long for a letter to come back to the two girls from Dr. Fairfax, gladly giving his consent to the proposed plan for the summer and expressing his gratitude to Jean and her father for giving so much happiness to his "little girl," as he always called Elizabeth in spite of the fact that she had long since grown up.
a feeling of thankfulness and appreciation
From this reading THE TENNIS TOURNAMENT It did not take long for a letter to come back to the two girls from Dr. Fairfax, gladly giving his consent to the proposed plan for the summer and expressing his gratitude to Jean and her father for giving so much happiness to his "little girl," as he always called Elizabeth in spite of the fact that she had long since grown up.
(of animals) fully developed
From this reading THE TENNIS TOURNAMENT It did not take long for a letter to come back to the two girls from Dr. Fairfax, gladly giving his consent to the proposed plan for the summer and expressing his gratitude to Jean and her father for giving so much happiness to his "little girl," as he always called Elizabeth in spite of the fact that she had long since grown up.
gymnasiumnounUS /dʒɪmˈneɪziəm/
a school for students intermediate between elementary school and college; usually grades 9 to 12
From this reading Ever since warm weather had made outdoor sports possible, the indoor gymnasium work had ceased, and the girls athletically inclined found plenty to interest them out of doors.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading THE TENNIS TOURNAMENT It did not take long for a letter to come back to the two girls from Dr. Fairfax, gladly giving his consent to the proposed plan for the summer and expressing his gratitude to Jean and her father for giving so much happiness to his "little girl," as he always called Elizabeth in spite of the fact that she had long since grown up.
state of well-being characterized by emotions ranging from contentment to intense joy
From this reading THE TENNIS TOURNAMENT It did not take long for a letter to come back to the two girls from Dr. Fairfax, gladly giving his consent to the proposed plan for the summer and expressing his gratitude to Jean and her father for giving so much happiness to his "little girl," as he always called Elizabeth in spite of the fact that she had long since grown up.
only a very short time before
From this reading Both girls were highly elated over the prospects of their trip, and for the first few days could hardly keep their mind on anything else.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading THE TENNIS TOURNAMENT It did not take long for a letter to come back to the two girls from Dr. Fairfax, gladly giving his consent to the proposed plan for the summer and expressing his gratitude to Jean and her father for giving so much happiness to his "little girl," as he always called Elizabeth in spite of the fact that she had long since grown up.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading THE TENNIS TOURNAMENT It did not take long for a letter to come back to the two girls from Dr. Fairfax, gladly giving his consent to the proposed plan for the summer and expressing his gratitude to Jean and her father for giving so much happiness to his "little girl," as he always called Elizabeth in spite of the fact that she had long since grown up.
the one or ones belonging to her
From this reading Elizabeth had been putting all her spare time on her extra work in history and Jean hers on the tennis courts.
to a high degree or extent; favorably or with much respect
From this reading Both girls were highly elated over the prospects of their trip, and for the first few days could hardly keep their mind on anything else.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading THE TENNIS TOURNAMENT It did not take long for a letter to come back to the two girls from Dr. Fairfax, gladly giving his consent to the proposed plan for the summer and expressing his gratitude to Jean and her father for giving so much happiness to his "little girl," as he always called Elizabeth in spite of the fact that she had long since grown up.
the aggregate of past events
From this reading Elizabeth had been putting all her spare time on her extra work in history and Jean hers on the tennis courts.
used to add a contrasting statement
From this reading However, they both were determined to make the most of the last days of college and each found her different interests absorbing.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading THE TENNIS TOURNAMENT It did not take long for a letter to come back to the two girls from Dr. Fairfax, gladly giving his consent to the proposed plan for the summer and expressing his gratitude to Jean and her father for giving so much happiness to his "little girl," as he always called Elizabeth in spite of the fact that she had long since grown up.
(often followed by “to”) having a preference, disposition, or tendency
From this reading Ever since warm weather had made outdoor sports possible, the indoor gymnasium work had ceased, and the girls athletically inclined found plenty to interest them out of doors.
indooradjectiveUS /ˈɪndɔːr/
located, suited for, or taking place within a building
From this reading Ever since warm weather had made outdoor sports possible, the indoor gymnasium work had ceased, and the girls athletically inclined found plenty to interest them out of doors.
a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something
From this reading Ever since warm weather had made outdoor sports possible, the indoor gymnasium work had ceased, and the girls athletically inclined found plenty to interest them out of doors.
plural of “interest” — a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something
From this reading However, they both were determined to make the most of the last days of college and each found her different interests absorbing.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading THE TENNIS TOURNAMENT It did not take long for a letter to come back to the two girls from Dr. Fairfax, gladly giving his consent to the proposed plan for the summer and expressing his gratitude to Jean and her father for giving so much happiness to his "little girl," as he always called Elizabeth in spite of the fact that she had long since grown up.
a coarse durable twill-weave cotton fabric
From this reading THE TENNIS TOURNAMENT It did not take long for a letter to come back to the two girls from Dr. Fairfax, gladly giving his consent to the proposed plan for the summer and expressing his gratitude to Jean and her father for giving so much happiness to his "little girl," as he always called Elizabeth in spite of the fact that she had long since grown up.
cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”
From this reading Both girls were highly elated over the prospects of their trip, and for the first few days could hardly keep their mind on anything else.
immediately past
From this reading However, they both were determined to make the most of the last days of college and each found her different interests absorbing.
a written message addressed to a person or organization
From this reading THE TENNIS TOURNAMENT It did not take long for a letter to come back to the two girls from Dr. Fairfax, gladly giving his consent to the proposed plan for the summer and expressing his gratitude to Jean and her father for giving so much happiness to his "little girl," as he always called Elizabeth in spite of the fact that she had long since grown up.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading THE TENNIS TOURNAMENT It did not take long for a letter to come back to the two girls from Dr. Fairfax, gladly giving his consent to the proposed plan for the summer and expressing his gratitude to Jean and her father for giving so much happiness to his "little girl," as he always called Elizabeth in spite of the fact that she had long since grown up.
primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified
From this reading THE TENNIS TOURNAMENT It did not take long for a letter to come back to the two girls from Dr. Fairfax, gladly giving his consent to the proposed plan for the summer and expressing his gratitude to Jean and her father for giving so much happiness to his "little girl," as he always called Elizabeth in spite of the fact that she had long since grown up.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading Ever since warm weather had made outdoor sports possible, the indoor gymnasium work had ceased, and the girls athletically inclined found plenty to interest them out of doors.
engage in
From this reading However, they both were determined to make the most of the last days of college and each found her different interests absorbing.
The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.
From this reading Both girls were highly elated over the prospects of their trip, and for the first few days could hardly keep their mind on anything else.
used to form the superlative
From this reading However, they both were determined to make the most of the last days of college and each found her different interests absorbing.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading THE TENNIS TOURNAMENT It did not take long for a letter to come back to the two girls from Dr. Fairfax, gladly giving his consent to the proposed plan for the summer and expressing his gratitude to Jean and her father for giving so much happiness to his "little girl," as he always called Elizabeth in spite of the fact that she had long since grown up.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading THE TENNIS TOURNAMENT It did not take long for a letter to come back to the two girls from Dr. Fairfax, gladly giving his consent to the proposed plan for the summer and expressing his gratitude to Jean and her father for giving so much happiness to his "little girl," as he always called Elizabeth in spite of the fact that she had long since grown up.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading THE TENNIS TOURNAMENT It did not take long for a letter to come back to the two girls from Dr. Fairfax, gladly giving his consent to the proposed plan for the summer and expressing his gratitude to Jean and her father for giving so much happiness to his "little girl," as he always called Elizabeth in spite of the fact that she had long since grown up.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Both girls were highly elated over the prospects of their trip, and for the first few days could hardly keep their mind on anything else.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading Ever since warm weather had made outdoor sports possible, the indoor gymnasium work had ceased, and the girls athletically inclined found plenty to interest them out of doors.
outdooradjectiveUS /ˈaʊtdɔːr/
located, suited for, or taking place in the open air
From this reading Ever since warm weather had made outdoor sports possible, the indoor gymnasium work had ceased, and the girls athletically inclined found plenty to interest them out of doors.
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading Both girls were highly elated over the prospects of their trip, and for the first few days could hardly keep their mind on anything else.
have the will and intention to carry out some action
From this reading THE TENNIS TOURNAMENT It did not take long for a letter to come back to the two girls from Dr. Fairfax, gladly giving his consent to the proposed plan for the summer and expressing his gratitude to Jean and her father for giving so much happiness to his "little girl," as he always called Elizabeth in spite of the fact that she had long since grown up.
a full supply
From this reading Ever since warm weather had made outdoor sports possible, the indoor gymnasium work had ceased, and the girls athletically inclined found plenty to interest them out of doors.
capable of happening or existing
From this reading Ever since warm weather had made outdoor sports possible, the indoor gymnasium work had ceased, and the girls athletically inclined found plenty to interest them out of doors.
past form of “propose” — make a proposal, declare a plan for something
From this reading THE TENNIS TOURNAMENT It did not take long for a letter to come back to the two girls from Dr. Fairfax, gladly giving his consent to the proposed plan for the summer and expressing his gratitude to Jean and her father for giving so much happiness to his "little girl," as he always called Elizabeth in spite of the fact that she had long since grown up.
prospectsnounUS /ˈprɑːspekts/
plural of “prospect” — the possibility of future success
From this reading Both girls were highly elated over the prospects of their trip, and for the first few days could hardly keep their mind on anything else.
hitting a golf ball that is on the green using a putter
From this reading Elizabeth had been putting all her spare time on her extra work in history and Jean hers on the tennis courts.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading THE TENNIS TOURNAMENT It did not take long for a letter to come back to the two girls from Dr. Fairfax, gladly giving his consent to the proposed plan for the summer and expressing his gratitude to Jean and her father for giving so much happiness to his "little girl," as he always called Elizabeth in spite of the fact that she had long since grown up.
sinceprepositionUS /sɪns/
from a time in the past until now
From this reading THE TENNIS TOURNAMENT It did not take long for a letter to come back to the two girls from Dr. Fairfax, gladly giving his consent to the proposed plan for the summer and expressing his gratitude to Jean and her father for giving so much happiness to his "little girl," as he always called Elizabeth in spite of the fact that she had long since grown up.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading THE TENNIS TOURNAMENT It did not take long for a letter to come back to the two girls from Dr. Fairfax, gladly giving his consent to the proposed plan for the summer and expressing his gratitude to Jean and her father for giving so much happiness to his "little girl," as he always called Elizabeth in spite of the fact that she had long since grown up.
refrain from harming
From this reading Elizabeth had been putting all her spare time on her extra work in history and Jean hers on the tennis courts.
feeling a need to see others suffer
From this reading THE TENNIS TOURNAMENT It did not take long for a letter to come back to the two girls from Dr. Fairfax, gladly giving his consent to the proposed plan for the summer and expressing his gratitude to Jean and her father for giving so much happiness to his "little girl," as he always called Elizabeth in spite of the fact that she had long since grown up.
sportsnounUS /spɔːrts/
plural of “sport” — an active diversion requiring physical exertion and competition
From this reading Ever since warm weather had made outdoor sports possible, the indoor gymnasium work had ceased, and the girls athletically inclined found plenty to interest them out of doors.
the warmest season of the year; in the northern hemisphere it extends from the summer solstice to the autumnal equinox
From this reading THE TENNIS TOURNAMENT It did not take long for a letter to come back to the two girls from Dr. Fairfax, gladly giving his consent to the proposed plan for the summer and expressing his gratitude to Jean and her father for giving so much happiness to his "little girl," as he always called Elizabeth in spite of the fact that she had long since grown up.
carry out
From this reading THE TENNIS TOURNAMENT It did not take long for a letter to come back to the two girls from Dr. Fairfax, gladly giving his consent to the proposed plan for the summer and expressing his gratitude to Jean and her father for giving so much happiness to his "little girl," as he always called Elizabeth in spite of the fact that she had long since grown up.
TENNISnounUS /ˈtenəs/
a game played with rackets by two or four players who hit a ball back and forth over a net that divides the court
From this reading THE TENNIS TOURNAMENT It did not take long for a letter to come back to the two girls from Dr. Fairfax, gladly giving his consent to the proposed plan for the summer and expressing his gratitude to Jean and her father for giving so much happiness to his "little girl," as he always called Elizabeth in spite of the fact that she had long since grown up.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading THE TENNIS TOURNAMENT It did not take long for a letter to come back to the two girls from Dr. Fairfax, gladly giving his consent to the proposed plan for the summer and expressing his gratitude to Jean and her father for giving so much happiness to his "little girl," as he always called Elizabeth in spite of the fact that she had long since grown up.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE TENNIS TOURNAMENT It did not take long for a letter to come back to the two girls from Dr. Fairfax, gladly giving his consent to the proposed plan for the summer and expressing his gratitude to Jean and her father for giving so much happiness to his "little girl," as he always called Elizabeth in spite of the fact that she had long since grown up.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading Both girls were highly elated over the prospects of their trip, and for the first few days could hardly keep their mind on anything else.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading Ever since warm weather had made outdoor sports possible, the indoor gymnasium work had ceased, and the girls athletically inclined found plenty to interest them out of doors.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading However, they both were determined to make the most of the last days of college and each found her different interests absorbing.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading Elizabeth had been putting all her spare time on her extra work in history and Jean hers on the tennis courts.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading THE TENNIS TOURNAMENT It did not take long for a letter to come back to the two girls from Dr. Fairfax, gladly giving his consent to the proposed plan for the summer and expressing his gratitude to Jean and her father for giving so much happiness to his "little girl," as he always called Elizabeth in spite of the fact that she had long since grown up.
TOURNAMENTnounUS /ˈtʊrnəmənt/
a sporting competition in which contestants play a series of games to decide the winner
From this reading THE TENNIS TOURNAMENT It did not take long for a letter to come back to the two girls from Dr. Fairfax, gladly giving his consent to the proposed plan for the summer and expressing his gratitude to Jean and her father for giving so much happiness to his "little girl," as he always called Elizabeth in spite of the fact that she had long since grown up.
a journey for some purpose (usually including the return)
From this reading Both girls were highly elated over the prospects of their trip, and for the first few days could hardly keep their mind on anything else.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading THE TENNIS TOURNAMENT It did not take long for a letter to come back to the two girls from Dr. Fairfax, gladly giving his consent to the proposed plan for the summer and expressing his gratitude to Jean and her father for giving so much happiness to his "little girl," as he always called Elizabeth in spite of the fact that she had long since grown up.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading THE TENNIS TOURNAMENT It did not take long for a letter to come back to the two girls from Dr. Fairfax, gladly giving his consent to the proposed plan for the summer and expressing his gratitude to Jean and her father for giving so much happiness to his "little girl," as he always called Elizabeth in spite of the fact that she had long since grown up.
having or producing a comfortable and agreeable degree of heat or imparting or maintaining heat
From this reading Ever since warm weather had made outdoor sports possible, the indoor gymnasium work had ceased, and the girls athletically inclined found plenty to interest them out of doors.
the atmospheric conditions that comprise the state of the atmosphere in terms of temperature and wind and clouds and precipitation
From this reading Ever since warm weather had made outdoor sports possible, the indoor gymnasium work had ceased, and the girls athletically inclined found plenty to interest them out of doors.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Both girls were highly elated over the prospects of their trip, and for the first few days could hardly keep their mind on anything else.
exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity
From this reading Elizabeth had been putting all her spare time on her extra work in history and Jean hers on the tennis courts.
