used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading He finished breakfast in a troubled state of mind, and, after wandering around the lobby for nearly an hour in the vain hope that Swanson would appear, he encountered Noisy Norton, who appeared disturbed and distressed.
a record or narrative description of past events
From this reading He hastened downstairs to breakfast, half expecting to find his chum waiting for him in the dining room with an account of the night's events.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading McCarthy, returning to the rooms after his surprising interview with Helen Baldwin, was determined to tell his chum all that had taken place and to explain as well as was possible the position in which he found himself.
touching and pressing; in opposition to
From this reading _Two Missing Men_ The disappearance of Silent Swanson and Ben Kennedy brought consternation to the ranks of the Bears, consternation that increased as the hour for starting the first game of the series against the Jackrabbits drew near.
(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 McCarthy, returning to the rooms after his surprising interview with Helen Baldwin, was determined to tell his chum all that had taken place and to explain as well as was possible the position in which he found himself.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading He hastened downstairs to breakfast, half expecting to find his chum waiting for him in the dining room with an account of the night's events.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading _Two Missing Men_ The disappearance of Silent Swanson and Ben Kennedy brought consternation to the ranks of the Bears, consternation that increased as the hour for starting the first game of the series against the Jackrabbits drew near.
give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading He finished breakfast in a troubled state of mind, and, after wandering around the lobby for nearly an hour in the vain hope that Swanson would appear, he encountered Noisy Norton, who appeared disturbed and distressed.
past form of “appear” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading He finished breakfast in a troubled state of mind, and, after wandering around the lobby for nearly an hour in the vain hope that Swanson would appear, he encountered Noisy Norton, who appeared disturbed and distressed.
surrounding, or on every side of, something
From this reading He finished breakfast in a troubled state of mind, and, after wandering around the lobby for nearly an hour in the vain hope that Swanson would appear, he encountered Noisy Norton, who appeared disturbed and distressed.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading _Two Missing Men_ The disappearance of Silent Swanson and Ben Kennedy brought consternation to the ranks of the Bears, consternation that increased as the hour for starting the first game of the series against the Jackrabbits drew near.
BaldwinnounUS /ˈbɔːldwən/
United States author who was an outspoken critic of racism (1924-1987)
From this reading McCarthy, returning to the rooms after his surprising interview with Helen Baldwin, was determined to tell his chum all that had taken place and to explain as well as was possible the position in which he found himself.
BearsnounUS /berz/
plural of “bear” — massive plantigrade carnivorous or omnivorous mammals with long shaggy coats and strong claws
From this reading _Two Missing Men_ The disappearance of Silent Swanson and Ben Kennedy brought consternation to the ranks of the Bears, consternation that increased as the hour for starting the first game of the series against the Jackrabbits drew near.
a mountain or tall hill
From this reading _Two Missing Men_ The disappearance of Silent Swanson and Ben Kennedy brought consternation to the ranks of the Bears, consternation that increased as the hour for starting the first game of the series against the Jackrabbits drew near.
eat an early morning meal
From this reading He hastened downstairs to breakfast, half expecting to find his chum waiting for him in the dining room with an account of the night's events.
inflected form of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere
From this reading _Two Missing Men_ The disappearance of Silent Swanson and Ben Kennedy brought consternation to the ranks of the Bears, consternation that increased as the hour for starting the first game of the series against the Jackrabbits drew near.
chumnounUS /tʃʌm/
a close friend who accompanies his buddies in their activities
From this reading McCarthy, returning to the rooms after his surprising interview with Helen Baldwin, was determined to tell his chum all that had taken place and to explain as well as was possible the position in which he found himself.
Clancy
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading He planned to urge Swanson to go with him to Clancy, and for that reason he postponed taking the manager into his confidence.
freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities
From this reading He planned to urge Swanson to go with him to Clancy, and for that reason he postponed taking the manager into his confidence.
consternationnounUS /ˌkɑːnstərˈneɪʃən/
fear resulting from the awareness of danger
From this reading _Two Missing Men_ The disappearance of Silent Swanson and Ben Kennedy brought consternation to the ranks of the Bears, consternation that increased as the hour for starting the first game of the series against the Jackrabbits drew near.
characterized by great determination
From this reading McCarthy, returning to the rooms after his surprising interview with Helen Baldwin, was determined to tell his chum all that had taken place and to explain as well as was possible the position in which he found himself.
diningnounUS /ˈdaɪnɪŋ/
the act of eating dinner
From this reading He hastened downstairs to breakfast, half expecting to find his chum waiting for him in the dining room with an account of the night's events.
disappearancenounUS /ˌdɪsəˈpɪrəns/
the act of leaving secretly or without explanation
From this reading _Two Missing Men_ The disappearance of Silent Swanson and Ben Kennedy brought consternation to the ranks of the Bears, consternation that increased as the hour for starting the first game of the series against the Jackrabbits drew near.
distressedadjectiveUS /dɪˈstrest/
facing or experiencing financial trouble or difficulty
From this reading He finished breakfast in a troubled state of mind, and, after wandering around the lobby for nearly an hour in the vain hope that Swanson would appear, he encountered Noisy Norton, who appeared disturbed and distressed.
having the place or position changed
From this reading He finished breakfast in a troubled state of mind, and, after wandering around the lobby for nearly an hour in the vain hope that Swanson would appear, he encountered Noisy Norton, who appeared disturbed and distressed.
downstairsadverbUS /ˈdaʊnˈsterz/
on a floor below
From this reading He hastened downstairs to breakfast, half expecting to find his chum waiting for him in the dining room with an account of the night's events.
United States actor (born in Ireland); father of Georgiana Emma Barrymore (1827-1862)
From this reading _Two Missing Men_ The disappearance of Silent Swanson and Ben Kennedy brought consternation to the ranks of the Bears, consternation that increased as the hour for starting the first game of the series against the Jackrabbits drew near.
encounteredverbUS /ɪnˈkaʊntərd/
past form of “encounter” — come together
From this reading He finished breakfast in a troubled state of mind, and, after wandering around the lobby for nearly an hour in the vain hope that Swanson would appear, he encountered Noisy Norton, who appeared disturbed and distressed.
plural of “event” — something that happens at a given place and time
From this reading He hastened downstairs to breakfast, half expecting to find his chum waiting for him in the dining room with an account of the night's events.
-ing form of “expect” — regard something as probable or likely
From this reading He hastened downstairs to breakfast, half expecting to find his chum waiting for him in the dining room with an account of the night's events.
make plain and comprehensible
From this reading McCarthy, returning to the rooms after his surprising interview with Helen Baldwin, was determined to tell his chum all that had taken place and to explain as well as was possible the position in which he found himself.
come upon, as if by accident; meet with
From this reading He hastened downstairs to breakfast, half expecting to find his chum waiting for him in the dining room with an account of the night's events.
(of materials or goods) brought to the desired final state
From this reading He finished breakfast in a troubled state of mind, and, after wandering around the lobby for nearly an hour in the vain hope that Swanson would appear, he encountered Noisy Norton, who appeared disturbed and distressed.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading _Two Missing Men_ The disappearance of Silent Swanson and Ben Kennedy brought consternation to the ranks of the Bears, consternation that increased as the hour for starting the first game of the series against the Jackrabbits drew near.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading _Two Missing Men_ The disappearance of Silent Swanson and Ben Kennedy brought consternation to the ranks of the Bears, consternation that increased as the hour for starting the first game of the series against the Jackrabbits drew near.
set up or found
From this reading McCarthy, returning to the rooms after his surprising interview with Helen Baldwin, was determined to tell his chum all that had taken place and to explain as well as was possible the position in which he found himself.
a contest with rules to determine a winner
From this reading _Two Missing Men_ The disappearance of Silent Swanson and Ben Kennedy brought consternation to the ranks of the Bears, consternation that increased as the hour for starting the first game of the series against the Jackrabbits drew near.
change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading He planned to urge Swanson to go with him to Clancy, and for that reason he postponed taking the manager into his confidence.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading McCarthy, returning to the rooms after his surprising interview with Helen Baldwin, was determined to tell his chum all that had taken place and to explain as well as was possible the position in which he found himself.
consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity
From this reading He hastened downstairs to breakfast, half expecting to find his chum waiting for him in the dining room with an account of the night's events.
past form of “hasten” — act or move at high speed
From this reading He hastened downstairs to breakfast, half expecting to find his chum waiting for him in the dining room with an account of the night's events.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading McCarthy, returning to the rooms after his surprising interview with Helen Baldwin, was determined to tell his chum all that had taken place and to explain as well as was possible the position in which he found himself.
(Greek mythology) the beautiful daughter of Zeus and Leda who was abducted by Paris; the Greek army sailed to Troy to get her back which resulted in the Trojan War
From this reading McCarthy, returning to the rooms after his surprising interview with Helen Baldwin, was determined to tell his chum all that had taken place and to explain as well as was possible the position in which he found himself.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading He planned to urge Swanson to go with him to Clancy, and for that reason he postponed taking the manager into his confidence.
used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object
From this reading McCarthy, returning to the rooms after his surprising interview with Helen Baldwin, was determined to tell his chum all that had taken place and to explain as well as was possible the position in which he found himself.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading McCarthy, returning to the rooms after his surprising interview with Helen Baldwin, was determined to tell his chum all that had taken place and to explain as well as was possible the position in which he found himself.
a specific instance of feeling hopeful
From this reading He finished breakfast in a troubled state of mind, and, after wandering around the lobby for nearly an hour in the vain hope that Swanson would appear, he encountered Noisy Norton, who appeared disturbed and distressed.
a period of time equal to 1/24th of a day
From this reading _Two Missing Men_ The disappearance of Silent Swanson and Ben Kennedy brought consternation to the ranks of the Bears, consternation that increased as the hour for starting the first game of the series against the Jackrabbits drew near.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading McCarthy, returning to the rooms after his surprising interview with Helen Baldwin, was determined to tell his chum all that had taken place and to explain as well as was possible the position in which he found himself.
made greater in size or amount or degree
From this reading _Two Missing Men_ The disappearance of Silent Swanson and Ben Kennedy brought consternation to the ranks of the Bears, consternation that increased as the hour for starting the first game of the series against the Jackrabbits drew near.
conduct an interview in television, newspaper, and radio reporting
From this reading McCarthy, returning to the rooms after his surprising interview with Helen Baldwin, was determined to tell his chum all that had taken place and to explain as well as was possible the position in which he found himself.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading He planned to urge Swanson to go with him to Clancy, and for that reason he postponed taking the manager into his confidence.
Jackrabbits
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading _Two Missing Men_ The disappearance of Silent Swanson and Ben Kennedy brought consternation to the ranks of the Bears, consternation that increased as the hour for starting the first game of the series against the Jackrabbits drew near.
KennedynounUS /ˈkenədi/
35th President of the United States; established the Peace Corps; assassinated in Dallas (1917-1963)
From this reading _Two Missing Men_ The disappearance of Silent Swanson and Ben Kennedy brought consternation to the ranks of the Bears, consternation that increased as the hour for starting the first game of the series against the Jackrabbits drew near.
lobbynounUS /ˈlɑːbi/
a large entrance or reception room or area
From this reading He finished breakfast in a troubled state of mind, and, after wandering around the lobby for nearly an hour in the vain hope that Swanson would appear, he encountered Noisy Norton, who appeared disturbed and distressed.
managernounUS /ˈmænədʒər/
someone who controls resources and expenditures
From this reading He planned to urge Swanson to go with him to Clancy, and for that reason he postponed taking the manager into his confidence.
McCarthynounUS /məˈkɑːrθi/
United States satirical novelist and literary critic (1912-1989)
From this reading McCarthy, returning to the rooms after his surprising interview with Helen Baldwin, was determined to tell his chum all that had taken place and to explain as well as was possible the position in which he found himself.
the force of workers available
From this reading _Two Missing Men_ The disappearance of Silent Swanson and Ben Kennedy brought consternation to the ranks of the Bears, consternation that increased as the hour for starting the first game of the series against the Jackrabbits drew near.
The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.
From this reading He finished breakfast in a troubled state of mind, and, after wandering around the lobby for nearly an hour in the vain hope that Swanson would appear, he encountered Noisy Norton, who appeared disturbed and distressed.
MissingadjectiveUS /ˈmɪsɪŋ/
not able to be found
From this reading _Two Missing Men_ The disappearance of Silent Swanson and Ben Kennedy brought consternation to the ranks of the Bears, consternation that increased as the hour for starting the first game of the series against the Jackrabbits drew near.
near in time or place or relationship
From this reading _Two Missing Men_ The disappearance of Silent Swanson and Ben Kennedy brought consternation to the ranks of the Bears, consternation that increased as the hour for starting the first game of the series against the Jackrabbits drew near.
(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
From this reading He finished breakfast in a troubled state of mind, and, after wandering around the lobby for nearly an hour in the vain hope that Swanson would appear, he encountered Noisy Norton, who appeared disturbed and distressed.
night'snounUS /naɪts/
possessive form of “night” — the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside
From this reading He hastened downstairs to breakfast, half expecting to find his chum waiting for him in the dining room with an account of the night's events.
NoisyadjectiveUS /ˈnɔɪzi/
full of or characterized by loud and nonmusical sounds
From this reading He finished breakfast in a troubled state of mind, and, after wandering around the lobby for nearly an hour in the vain hope that Swanson would appear, he encountered Noisy Norton, who appeared disturbed and distressed.
Norton
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading He finished breakfast in a troubled state of mind, and, after wandering around the lobby for nearly an hour in the vain hope that Swanson would appear, he encountered Noisy Norton, who appeared disturbed and distressed.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading _Two Missing Men_ The disappearance of Silent Swanson and Ben Kennedy brought consternation to the ranks of the Bears, consternation that increased as the hour for starting the first game of the series against the Jackrabbits drew near.
a point located with respect to surface features of some region
From this reading McCarthy, returning to the rooms after his surprising interview with Helen Baldwin, was determined to tell his chum all that had taken place and to explain as well as was possible the position in which he found himself.
plannedadjectiveUS /plænd/
designed or carried out according to a plan
From this reading He planned to urge Swanson to go with him to Clancy, and for that reason he postponed taking the manager into his confidence.
the particular portion of space occupied by something
From this reading McCarthy, returning to the rooms after his surprising interview with Helen Baldwin, was determined to tell his chum all that had taken place and to explain as well as was possible the position in which he found himself.
capable of happening or existing
From this reading McCarthy, returning to the rooms after his surprising interview with Helen Baldwin, was determined to tell his chum all that had taken place and to explain as well as was possible the position in which he found himself.
postponedverbUS /poʊstˈpoʊnd/
past form of “postpone” — hold back to a later time
From this reading He planned to urge Swanson to go with him to Clancy, and for that reason he postponed taking the manager into his confidence.
ranksnounUS /ræŋks/
plural of “rank” — a row or line of people (especially soldiers or police) standing abreast of one another
From this reading _Two Missing Men_ The disappearance of Silent Swanson and Ben Kennedy brought consternation to the ranks of the Bears, consternation that increased as the hour for starting the first game of the series against the Jackrabbits drew near.
a rational motive for a belief or action
From this reading He planned to urge Swanson to go with him to Clancy, and for that reason he postponed taking the manager into his confidence.
tending to return to an earlier state
From this reading McCarthy, returning to the rooms after his surprising interview with Helen Baldwin, was determined to tell his chum all that had taken place and to explain as well as was possible the position in which he found himself.
an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling
From this reading He hastened downstairs to breakfast, half expecting to find his chum waiting for him in the dining room with an account of the night's events.
apartment consisting of a series of connected rooms used as a living unit (as in a hotel)
From this reading McCarthy, returning to the rooms after his surprising interview with Helen Baldwin, was determined to tell his chum all that had taken place and to explain as well as was possible the position in which he found himself.
seriesnounUS /ˈsɪriz/
similar things placed in order or happening one after another
From this reading _Two Missing Men_ The disappearance of Silent Swanson and Ben Kennedy brought consternation to the ranks of the Bears, consternation that increased as the hour for starting the first game of the series against the Jackrabbits drew near.
marked by absence of sound
From this reading _Two Missing Men_ The disappearance of Silent Swanson and Ben Kennedy brought consternation to the ranks of the Bears, consternation that increased as the hour for starting the first game of the series against the Jackrabbits drew near.
(especially of eyes) bulging or protruding as with fear
From this reading _Two Missing Men_ The disappearance of Silent Swanson and Ben Kennedy brought consternation to the ranks of the Bears, consternation that increased as the hour for starting the first game of the series against the Jackrabbits drew near.
the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation
From this reading He finished breakfast in a troubled state of mind, and, after wandering around the lobby for nearly an hour in the vain hope that Swanson would appear, he encountered Noisy Norton, who appeared disturbed and distressed.
surprisingadjectiveUS /sərˈpraɪzɪŋ/
causing surprise or wonder or amazement
From this reading McCarthy, returning to the rooms after his surprising interview with Helen Baldwin, was determined to tell his chum all that had taken place and to explain as well as was possible the position in which he found himself.
SwansonnounUS /ˈswɑːnsən/
United States actress in many silent films (1899-1983)
From this reading _Two Missing Men_ The disappearance of Silent Swanson and Ben Kennedy brought consternation to the ranks of the Bears, consternation that increased as the hour for starting the first game of the series against the Jackrabbits drew near.
takenadjectiveUS /ˈteɪkən/
understood in a certain way; made sense of
From this reading McCarthy, returning to the rooms after his surprising interview with Helen Baldwin, was determined to tell his chum all that had taken place and to explain as well as was possible the position in which he found himself.
the act of someone who picks up or takes something
From this reading He planned to urge Swanson to go with him to Clancy, and for that reason he postponed taking the manager into his confidence.
express in words
From this reading McCarthy, returning to the rooms after his surprising interview with Helen Baldwin, was determined to tell his chum all that had taken place and to explain as well as was possible the position in which he found himself.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading _Two Missing Men_ The disappearance of Silent Swanson and Ben Kennedy brought consternation to the ranks of the Bears, consternation that increased as the hour for starting the first game of the series against the Jackrabbits drew near.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading _Two Missing Men_ The disappearance of Silent Swanson and Ben Kennedy brought consternation to the ranks of the Bears, consternation that increased as the hour for starting the first game of the series against the Jackrabbits drew near.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading _Two Missing Men_ The disappearance of Silent Swanson and Ben Kennedy brought consternation to the ranks of the Bears, consternation that increased as the hour for starting the first game of the series against the Jackrabbits drew near.
characterized by or indicative of distress or affliction or danger or need
From this reading He finished breakfast in a troubled state of mind, and, after wandering around the lobby for nearly an hour in the vain hope that Swanson would appear, he encountered Noisy Norton, who appeared disturbed and distressed.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading _Two Missing Men_ The disappearance of Silent Swanson and Ben Kennedy brought consternation to the ranks of the Bears, consternation that increased as the hour for starting the first game of the series against the Jackrabbits drew near.
urgeverbUS /ɜːrdʒ/
force or impel in an indicated direction
From this reading He planned to urge Swanson to go with him to Clancy, and for that reason he postponed taking the manager into his confidence.
characteristic of false pride; having an exaggerated sense of self-importance
From this reading He finished breakfast in a troubled state of mind, and, after wandering around the lobby for nearly an hour in the vain hope that Swanson would appear, he encountered Noisy Norton, who appeared disturbed and distressed.
the act of waiting (remaining inactive in one place while expecting something)
From this reading He hastened downstairs to breakfast, half expecting to find his chum waiting for him in the dining room with an account of the night's events.
migratory
From this reading He finished breakfast in a troubled state of mind, and, after wandering around the lobby for nearly an hour in the vain hope that Swanson would appear, he encountered Noisy Norton, who appeared disturbed and distressed.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading McCarthy, returning to the rooms after his surprising interview with Helen Baldwin, was determined to tell his chum all that had taken place and to explain as well as was possible the position in which he found himself.
(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 McCarthy, returning to the rooms after his surprising interview with Helen Baldwin, was determined to tell his chum all that had taken place and to explain as well as was possible the position in which he found himself.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading McCarthy, returning to the rooms after his surprising interview with Helen Baldwin, was determined to tell his chum all that had taken place and to explain as well as was possible the position in which he found himself.
which person or people
From this reading He finished breakfast in a troubled state of mind, and, after wandering around the lobby for nearly an hour in the vain hope that Swanson would appear, he encountered Noisy Norton, who appeared disturbed and distressed.
in the company of; together with
From this reading McCarthy, returning to the rooms after his surprising interview with Helen Baldwin, was determined to tell his chum all that had taken place and to explain as well as was possible the position in which he found himself.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading He finished breakfast in a troubled state of mind, and, after wandering around the lobby for nearly an hour in the vain hope that Swanson would appear, he encountered Noisy Norton, who appeared disturbed and distressed.
