Chapter I

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From this reading 57 “Talk about your palatial mansions!” exclaimed Rob 67 He went through the motions of kicking from placement 83 It was a silent and very disgusted throng of spectators 199 “If we don’t make Hop and Prentiss sit up and take notice before the season’s over, I’ll eat my hat!”

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From this reading “I want to try for the team here” 21 “Hello!” he said.

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From this reading 217 “Now then, you fellows――I’m here to show you what I know about foot-ball and you’re here to learn” 229 The game between the Independents and the Second School Team 251 “Then that’s settled, eh?” asked Hopkins beamingly 273 The meeting broke up in confusion 289 The meeting resolved itself into a parade that made the round of the buildings and sang foot-ball songs 305 KINGSFORD, QUARTER

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From this reading 217 “Now then, you fellows――I’m here to show you what I know about foot-ball and you’re here to learn” 229 The game between the Independents and the Second School Team 251 “Then that’s settled, eh?” asked Hopkins beamingly 273 The meeting broke up in confusion 289 The meeting resolved itself into a parade that made the round of the buildings and sang foot-ball songs 305 KINGSFORD, QUARTER

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From this reading 217 “Now then, you fellows――I’m here to show you what I know about foot-ball and you’re here to learn” 229 The game between the Independents and the Second School Team 251 “Then that’s settled, eh?” asked Hopkins beamingly 273 The meeting broke up in confusion 289 The meeting resolved itself into a parade that made the round of the buildings and sang foot-ball songs 305 KINGSFORD, QUARTER

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From this reading 217 “Now then, you fellows――I’m here to show you what I know about foot-ball and you’re here to learn” 229 The game between the Independents and the Second School Team 251 “Then that’s settled, eh?” asked Hopkins beamingly 273 The meeting broke up in confusion 289 The meeting resolved itself into a parade that made the round of the buildings and sang foot-ball songs 305 KINGSFORD, QUARTER

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From this reading 217 “Now then, you fellows――I’m here to show you what I know about foot-ball and you’re here to learn” 229 The game between the Independents and the Second School Team 251 “Then that’s settled, eh?” asked Hopkins beamingly 273 The meeting broke up in confusion 289 The meeting resolved itself into a parade that made the round of the buildings and sang foot-ball songs 305 KINGSFORD, QUARTER

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From this reading 217 “Now then, you fellows――I’m here to show you what I know about foot-ball and you’re here to learn” 229 The game between the Independents and the Second School Team 251 “Then that’s settled, eh?” asked Hopkins beamingly 273 The meeting broke up in confusion 289 The meeting resolved itself into a parade that made the round of the buildings and sang foot-ball songs 305 KINGSFORD, QUARTER

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From this reading 47 “Ever played foot-ball?”

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From this reading 57 “Talk about your palatial mansions!” exclaimed Rob 67 He went through the motions of kicking from placement 83 It was a silent and very disgusted throng of spectators 199 “If we don’t make Hop and Prentiss sit up and take notice before the season’s over, I’ll eat my hat!”

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From this reading 57 “Talk about your palatial mansions!” exclaimed Rob 67 He went through the motions of kicking from placement 83 It was a silent and very disgusted throng of spectators 199 “If we don’t make Hop and Prentiss sit up and take notice before the season’s over, I’ll eat my hat!”

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From this reading PAGE “Look pleasant, kid,” he continued threateningly 7 “I play foot-ball,” answered Evan.

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From this reading 57 “Talk about your palatial mansions!” exclaimed Rob 67 He went through the motions of kicking from placement 83 It was a silent and very disgusted throng of spectators 199 “If we don’t make Hop and Prentiss sit up and take notice before the season’s over, I’ll eat my hat!”

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

From this reading 57 “Talk about your palatial mansions!” exclaimed Rob 67 He went through the motions of kicking from placement 83 It was a silent and very disgusted throng of spectators 199 “If we don’t make Hop and Prentiss sit up and take notice before the season’s over, I’ll eat my hat!”

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading 57 “Talk about your palatial mansions!” exclaimed Rob 67 He went through the motions of kicking from placement 83 It was a silent and very disgusted throng of spectators 199 “If we don’t make Hop and Prentiss sit up and take notice before the season’s over, I’ll eat my hat!”

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

From this reading Author of “The Crimson Sweater,” “Tom, Dick, and Harriet,” “Harry’s Island,” “Captain Chub,” etc.

past form of “answer” — react verbally

From this reading PAGE “Look pleasant, kid,” he continued threateningly 7 “I play foot-ball,” answered Evan.

past form of “ask” — make a request or demand for something to somebody

From this reading 217 “Now then, you fellows――I’m here to show you what I know about foot-ball and you’re here to learn” 229 The game between the Independents and the Second School Team 251 “Then that’s settled, eh?” asked Hopkins beamingly 273 The meeting broke up in confusion 289 The meeting resolved itself into a parade that made the round of the buildings and sang foot-ball songs 305 KINGSFORD, QUARTER

writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)

From this reading Author of “The Crimson Sweater,” “Tom, Dick, and Harriet,” “Harry’s Island,” “Captain Chub,” etc.

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From this reading 217 “Now then, you fellows――I’m here to show you what I know about foot-ball and you’re here to learn” 229 The game between the Independents and the Second School Team 251 “Then that’s settled, eh?” asked Hopkins beamingly 273 The meeting broke up in confusion 289 The meeting resolved itself into a parade that made the round of the buildings and sang foot-ball songs 305 KINGSFORD, QUARTER

earlier than; in front of

From this reading 57 “Talk about your palatial mansions!” exclaimed Rob 67 He went through the motions of kicking from placement 83 It was a silent and very disgusted throng of spectators 199 “If we don’t make Hop and Prentiss sit up and take notice before the season’s over, I’ll eat my hat!”

call upon in supplication; entreat

From this reading “Oh, beg pardon.

in the space, time, or range separating two things

From this reading 217 “Now then, you fellows――I’m here to show you what I know about foot-ball and you’re here to learn” 229 The game between the Independents and the Second School Team 251 “Then that’s settled, eh?” asked Hopkins beamingly 273 The meeting broke up in confusion 289 The meeting resolved itself into a parade that made the round of the buildings and sang foot-ball songs 305 KINGSFORD, QUARTER

lacking funds

From this reading 217 “Now then, you fellows――I’m here to show you what I know about foot-ball and you’re here to learn” 229 The game between the Independents and the Second School Team 251 “Then that’s settled, eh?” asked Hopkins beamingly 273 The meeting broke up in confusion 289 The meeting resolved itself into a parade that made the round of the buildings and sang foot-ball songs 305 KINGSFORD, QUARTER

plural of “building” — a structure that has a roof and walls and stands more or less permanently in one place

From this reading 217 “Now then, you fellows――I’m here to show you what I know about foot-ball and you’re here to learn” 229 The game between the Independents and the Second School Team 251 “Then that’s settled, eh?” asked Hopkins beamingly 273 The meeting broke up in confusion 289 The meeting resolved itself into a parade that made the round of the buildings and sang foot-ball songs 305 KINGSFORD, QUARTER

an officer holding a rank below a major but above a lieutenant

From this reading Author of “The Crimson Sweater,” “Tom, Dick, and Harriet,” “Harry’s Island,” “Captain Chub,” etc.

a period of 100 years

From this reading New York The Century Co.

European freshwater game fish with a thick spindle-shaped body

From this reading Author of “The Crimson Sweater,” “Tom, Dick, and Harriet,” “Harry’s Island,” “Captain Chub,” etc.

an odorless very poisonous gas that is a product of incomplete combustion of carbon

From this reading New York The Century Co.

disorder resulting from a failure to behave predictably

From this reading 217 “Now then, you fellows――I’m here to show you what I know about foot-ball and you’re here to learn” 229 The game between the Independents and the Second School Team 251 “Then that’s settled, eh?” asked Hopkins beamingly 273 The meeting broke up in confusion 289 The meeting resolved itself into a parade that made the round of the buildings and sang foot-ball songs 305 KINGSFORD, QUARTER

without stop or interruption

From this reading PAGE “Look pleasant, kid,” he continued threateningly 7 “I play foot-ball,” answered Evan.

of a color at the end of the color spectrum (next to orange); resembling the color of blood or cherries or tomatoes or rubies

From this reading Author of “The Crimson Sweater,” “Tom, Dick, and Harriet,” “Harry’s Island,” “Captain Chub,” etc.

someone who is a detective

From this reading Author of “The Crimson Sweater,” “Tom, Dick, and Harriet,” “Harry’s Island,” “Captain Chub,” etc.

having a strong distaste from surfeit

From this reading 57 “Talk about your palatial mansions!” exclaimed Rob 67 He went through the motions of kicking from placement 83 It was a silent and very disgusted throng of spectators 199 “If we don’t make Hop and Prentiss sit up and take notice before the season’s over, I’ll eat my hat!”

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From this reading 57 “Talk about your palatial mansions!” exclaimed Rob 67 He went through the motions of kicking from placement 83 It was a silent and very disgusted throng of spectators 199 “If we don’t make Hop and Prentiss sit up and take notice before the season’s over, I’ll eat my hat!”

take in solid food

From this reading 57 “Talk about your palatial mansions!” exclaimed Rob 67 He went through the motions of kicking from placement 83 It was a silent and very disgusted throng of spectators 199 “If we don’t make Hop and Prentiss sit up and take notice before the season’s over, I’ll eat my hat!”

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From this reading 217 “Now then, you fellows――I’m here to show you what I know about foot-ball and you’re here to learn” 229 The game between the Independents and the Second School Team 251 “Then that’s settled, eh?” asked Hopkins beamingly 273 The meeting broke up in confusion 289 The meeting resolved itself into a parade that made the round of the buildings and sang foot-ball songs 305 KINGSFORD, QUARTER

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From this reading Author of “The Crimson Sweater,” “Tom, Dick, and Harriet,” “Harry’s Island,” “Captain Chub,” etc.

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From this reading PAGE “Look pleasant, kid,” he continued threateningly 7 “I play foot-ball,” answered Evan.

at any time

From this reading 47 “Ever played foot-ball?”

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

From this reading 57 “Talk about your palatial mansions!” exclaimed Rob 67 He went through the motions of kicking from placement 83 It was a silent and very disgusted throng of spectators 199 “If we don’t make Hop and Prentiss sit up and take notice before the season’s over, I’ll eat my hat!”

plural of “fellow” — a boy or man

From this reading 217 “Now then, you fellows――I’m here to show you what I know about foot-ball and you’re here to learn” 229 The game between the Independents and the Second School Team 251 “Then that’s settled, eh?” asked Hopkins beamingly 273 The meeting broke up in confusion 289 The meeting resolved itself into a parade that made the round of the buildings and sang foot-ball songs 305 KINGSFORD, QUARTER

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From this reading PAGE “Look pleasant, kid,” he continued threateningly 7 “I play foot-ball,” answered Evan.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading “I want to try for the team here” 21 “Hello!” he said.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading 57 “Talk about your palatial mansions!” exclaimed Rob 67 He went through the motions of kicking from placement 83 It was a silent and very disgusted throng of spectators 199 “If we don’t make Hop and Prentiss sit up and take notice before the season’s over, I’ll eat my hat!”

a contest with rules to determine a winner

From this reading 217 “Now then, you fellows――I’m here to show you what I know about foot-ball and you’re here to learn” 229 The game between the Independents and the Second School Team 251 “Then that’s settled, eh?” asked Hopkins beamingly 273 The meeting broke up in confusion 289 The meeting resolved itself into a parade that made the round of the buildings and sang foot-ball songs 305 KINGSFORD, QUARTER

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From this reading Author of “The Crimson Sweater,” “Tom, Dick, and Harriet,” “Harry’s Island,” “Captain Chub,” etc.

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From this reading Author of “The Crimson Sweater,” “Tom, Dick, and Harriet,” “Harry’s Island,” “Captain Chub,” etc.

headdress that protects the head from bad weather; has shaped crown and usually a brim

From this reading 57 “Talk about your palatial mansions!” exclaimed Rob 67 He went through the motions of kicking from placement 83 It was a silent and very disgusted throng of spectators 199 “If we don’t make Hop and Prentiss sit up and take notice before the season’s over, I’ll eat my hat!”

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

From this reading PAGE “Look pleasant, kid,” he continued threateningly 7 “I play foot-ball,” answered Evan.

an expression of greeting

From this reading “I want to try for the team here” 21 “Hello!” he said.

in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is

From this reading “I want to try for the team here” 21 “Hello!” he said.

jump lightly

From this reading 57 “Talk about your palatial mansions!” exclaimed Rob 67 He went through the motions of kicking from placement 83 It was a silent and very disgusted throng of spectators 199 “If we don’t make Hop and Prentiss sit up and take notice before the season’s over, I’ll eat my hat!”

United States educator and theologian (1802-1887)

From this reading 217 “Now then, you fellows――I’m here to show you what I know about foot-ball and you’re here to learn” 229 The game between the Independents and the Second School Team 251 “Then that’s settled, eh?” asked Hopkins beamingly 273 The meeting broke up in confusion 289 The meeting resolved itself into a parade that made the round of the buildings and sang foot-ball songs 305 KINGSFORD, QUARTER

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading PAGE “Look pleasant, kid,” he continued threateningly 7 “I play foot-ball,” answered Evan.

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From this reading 57 “Talk about your palatial mansions!” exclaimed Rob 67 He went through the motions of kicking from placement 83 It was a silent and very disgusted throng of spectators 199 “If we don’t make Hop and Prentiss sit up and take notice before the season’s over, I’ll eat my hat!”

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From this reading 217 “Now then, you fellows――I’m here to show you what I know about foot-ball and you’re here to learn” 229 The game between the Independents and the Second School Team 251 “Then that’s settled, eh?” asked Hopkins beamingly 273 The meeting broke up in confusion 289 The meeting resolved itself into a parade that made the round of the buildings and sang foot-ball songs 305 KINGSFORD, QUARTER

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading 57 “Talk about your palatial mansions!” exclaimed Rob 67 He went through the motions of kicking from placement 83 It was a silent and very disgusted throng of spectators 199 “If we don’t make Hop and Prentiss sit up and take notice before the season’s over, I’ll eat my hat!”

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

From this reading 217 “Now then, you fellows――I’m here to show you what I know about foot-ball and you’re here to learn” 229 The game between the Independents and the Second School Team 251 “Then that’s settled, eh?” asked Hopkins beamingly 273 The meeting broke up in confusion 289 The meeting resolved itself into a parade that made the round of the buildings and sang foot-ball songs 305 KINGSFORD, QUARTER

plural of “independent” — a neutral or uncommitted person (especially in politics)

From this reading 217 “Now then, you fellows――I’m here to show you what I know about foot-ball and you’re here to learn” 229 The game between the Independents and the Second School Team 251 “Then that’s settled, eh?” asked Hopkins beamingly 273 The meeting broke up in confusion 289 The meeting resolved itself into a parade that made the round of the buildings and sang foot-ball songs 305 KINGSFORD, QUARTER

moving to the inside of something

From this reading 217 “Now then, you fellows――I’m here to show you what I know about foot-ball and you’re here to learn” 229 The game between the Independents and the Second School Team 251 “Then that’s settled, eh?” asked Hopkins beamingly 273 The meeting broke up in confusion 289 The meeting resolved itself into a parade that made the round of the buildings and sang foot-ball songs 305 KINGSFORD, QUARTER

a land mass (smaller than a continent) that is surrounded by water

From this reading Author of “The Crimson Sweater,” “Tom, Dick, and Harriet,” “Harry’s Island,” “Captain Chub,” etc.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading 57 “Talk about your palatial mansions!” exclaimed Rob 67 He went through the motions of kicking from placement 83 It was a silent and very disgusted throng of spectators 199 “If we don’t make Hop and Prentiss sit up and take notice before the season’s over, I’ll eat my hat!”

used when the thing doing the action is also its object

From this reading 217 “Now then, you fellows――I’m here to show you what I know about foot-ball and you’re here to learn” 229 The game between the Independents and the Second School Team 251 “Then that’s settled, eh?” asked Hopkins beamingly 273 The meeting broke up in confusion 289 The meeting resolved itself into a parade that made the round of the buildings and sang foot-ball songs 305 KINGSFORD, QUARTER

a rhythmic thrusting movement of the legs as in swimming or calisthenics

From this reading 57 “Talk about your palatial mansions!” exclaimed Rob 67 He went through the motions of kicking from placement 83 It was a silent and very disgusted throng of spectators 199 “If we don’t make Hop and Prentiss sit up and take notice before the season’s over, I’ll eat my hat!”

tell false information to for fun

From this reading PAGE “Look pleasant, kid,” he continued threateningly 7 “I play foot-ball,” answered Evan.

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From this reading 217 “Now then, you fellows――I’m here to show you what I know about foot-ball and you’re here to learn” 229 The game between the Independents and the Second School Team 251 “Then that’s settled, eh?” asked Hopkins beamingly 273 The meeting broke up in confusion 289 The meeting resolved itself into a parade that made the round of the buildings and sang foot-ball songs 305 KINGSFORD, QUARTER

be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about

From this reading 217 “Now then, you fellows――I’m here to show you what I know about foot-ball and you’re here to learn” 229 The game between the Independents and the Second School Team 251 “Then that’s settled, eh?” asked Hopkins beamingly 273 The meeting broke up in confusion 289 The meeting resolved itself into a parade that made the round of the buildings and sang foot-ball songs 305 KINGSFORD, QUARTER

gain knowledge or skills

From this reading 217 “Now then, you fellows――I’m here to show you what I know about foot-ball and you’re here to learn” 229 The game between the Independents and the Second School Team 251 “Then that’s settled, eh?” asked Hopkins beamingly 273 The meeting broke up in confusion 289 The meeting resolved itself into a parade that made the round of the buildings and sang foot-ball songs 305 KINGSFORD, QUARTER

perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading PAGE “Look pleasant, kid,” he continued threateningly 7 “I play foot-ball,” answered Evan.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading 217 “Now then, you fellows――I’m here to show you what I know about foot-ball and you’re here to learn” 229 The game between the Independents and the Second School Team 251 “Then that’s settled, eh?” asked Hopkins beamingly 273 The meeting broke up in confusion 289 The meeting resolved itself into a parade that made the round of the buildings and sang foot-ball songs 305 KINGSFORD, QUARTER

engage in

From this reading 57 “Talk about your palatial mansions!” exclaimed Rob 67 He went through the motions of kicking from placement 83 It was a silent and very disgusted throng of spectators 199 “If we don’t make Hop and Prentiss sit up and take notice before the season’s over, I’ll eat my hat!”

plural of “mansion” — (astrology) one of 12 equal areas into which the zodiac is divided

From this reading 57 “Talk about your palatial mansions!” exclaimed Rob 67 He went through the motions of kicking from placement 83 It was a silent and very disgusted throng of spectators 199 “If we don’t make Hop and Prentiss sit up and take notice before the season’s over, I’ll eat my hat!”

a formally arranged gathering

From this reading 217 “Now then, you fellows――I’m here to show you what I know about foot-ball and you’re here to learn” 229 The game between the Independents and the Second School Team 251 “Then that’s settled, eh?” asked Hopkins beamingly 273 The meeting broke up in confusion 289 The meeting resolved itself into a parade that made the round of the buildings and sang foot-ball songs 305 KINGSFORD, QUARTER

plural of “motion” — the use of movements (especially of the hands) to communicate familiar or prearranged signals

From this reading 57 “Talk about your palatial mansions!” exclaimed Rob 67 He went through the motions of kicking from placement 83 It was a silent and very disgusted throng of spectators 199 “If we don’t make Hop and Prentiss sit up and take notice before the season’s over, I’ll eat my hat!”

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading 57 “Talk about your palatial mansions!” exclaimed Rob 67 He went through the motions of kicking from placement 83 It was a silent and very disgusted throng of spectators 199 “If we don’t make Hop and Prentiss sit up and take notice before the season’s over, I’ll eat my hat!”

not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered

From this reading New York The Century Co.

an announcement containing information about an event

From this reading 57 “Talk about your palatial mansions!” exclaimed Rob 67 He went through the motions of kicking from placement 83 It was a silent and very disgusted throng of spectators 199 “If we don’t make Hop and Prentiss sit up and take notice before the season’s over, I’ll eat my hat!”

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading 217 “Now then, you fellows――I’m here to show you what I know about foot-ball and you’re here to learn” 229 The game between the Independents and the Second School Team 251 “Then that’s settled, eh?” asked Hopkins beamingly 273 The meeting broke up in confusion 289 The meeting resolved itself into a parade that made the round of the buildings and sang foot-ball songs 305 KINGSFORD, QUARTER

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Author of “The Crimson Sweater,” “Tom, Dick, and Harriet,” “Harry’s Island,” “Captain Chub,” etc.

a midwestern state in north central United States in the Great Lakes region

From this reading “Oh, beg pardon.

above and across; more than

From this reading 57 “Talk about your palatial mansions!” exclaimed Rob 67 He went through the motions of kicking from placement 83 It was a silent and very disgusted throng of spectators 199 “If we don’t make Hop and Prentiss sit up and take notice before the season’s over, I’ll eat my hat!”

one side of one leaf (of a book or magazine or newspaper or letter etc.) or the written or pictorial matter it contains

From this reading PAGE “Look pleasant, kid,” he continued threateningly 7 “I play foot-ball,” answered Evan.

relating to or being a palace

From this reading 57 “Talk about your palatial mansions!” exclaimed Rob 67 He went through the motions of kicking from placement 83 It was a silent and very disgusted throng of spectators 199 “If we don’t make Hop and Prentiss sit up and take notice before the season’s over, I’ll eat my hat!”

a ceremonial procession including people marching

From this reading 217 “Now then, you fellows――I’m here to show you what I know about foot-ball and you’re here to learn” 229 The game between the Independents and the Second School Team 251 “Then that’s settled, eh?” asked Hopkins beamingly 273 The meeting broke up in confusion 289 The meeting resolved itself into a parade that made the round of the buildings and sang foot-ball songs 305 KINGSFORD, QUARTER

accept an excuse for

From this reading “Oh, beg pardon.

the spatial property of the way in which something is placed

From this reading 57 “Talk about your palatial mansions!” exclaimed Rob 67 He went through the motions of kicking from placement 83 It was a silent and very disgusted throng of spectators 199 “If we don’t make Hop and Prentiss sit up and take notice before the season’s over, I’ll eat my hat!”

participate in games or sport

From this reading PAGE “Look pleasant, kid,” he continued threateningly 7 “I play foot-ball,” answered Evan.

(of games) engaged in

From this reading 47 “Ever played foot-ball?”

affording pleasure; being in harmony with your taste or likings

From this reading PAGE “Look pleasant, kid,” he continued threateningly 7 “I play foot-ball,” answered Evan.

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From this reading 57 “Talk about your palatial mansions!” exclaimed Rob 67 He went through the motions of kicking from placement 83 It was a silent and very disgusted throng of spectators 199 “If we don’t make Hop and Prentiss sit up and take notice before the season’s over, I’ll eat my hat!”

one of four equal parts

From this reading 217 “Now then, you fellows――I’m here to show you what I know about foot-ball and you’re here to learn” 229 The game between the Independents and the Second School Team 251 “Then that’s settled, eh?” asked Hopkins beamingly 273 The meeting broke up in confusion 289 The meeting resolved itself into a parade that made the round of the buildings and sang foot-ball songs 305 KINGSFORD, QUARTER

determined

From this reading 217 “Now then, you fellows――I’m here to show you what I know about foot-ball and you’re here to learn” 229 The game between the Independents and the Second School Team 251 “Then that’s settled, eh?” asked Hopkins beamingly 273 The meeting broke up in confusion 289 The meeting resolved itself into a parade that made the round of the buildings and sang foot-ball songs 305 KINGSFORD, QUARTER

take something away by force or without the consent of the owner

From this reading Where’s Rob?”

a charge of ammunition for a single shot

From this reading 217 “Now then, you fellows――I’m here to show you what I know about foot-ball and you’re here to learn” 229 The game between the Independents and the Second School Team 251 “Then that’s settled, eh?” asked Hopkins beamingly 273 The meeting broke up in confusion 289 The meeting resolved itself into a parade that made the round of the buildings and sang foot-ball songs 305 KINGSFORD, QUARTER

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading “I want to try for the team here” 21 “Hello!” he said.

North American woodland herb similar to and used as substitute for the Chinese ginseng

From this reading 217 “Now then, you fellows――I’m here to show you what I know about foot-ball and you’re here to learn” 229 The game between the Independents and the Second School Team 251 “Then that’s settled, eh?” asked Hopkins beamingly 273 The meeting broke up in confusion 289 The meeting resolved itself into a parade that made the round of the buildings and sang foot-ball songs 305 KINGSFORD, QUARTER

an educational institution

From this reading 217 “Now then, you fellows――I’m here to show you what I know about foot-ball and you’re here to learn” 229 The game between the Independents and the Second School Team 251 “Then that’s settled, eh?” asked Hopkins beamingly 273 The meeting broke up in confusion 289 The meeting resolved itself into a parade that made the round of the buildings and sang foot-ball songs 305 KINGSFORD, QUARTER

possessive form of “season” — a period of the year marked by special events or activities in some field

From this reading 57 “Talk about your palatial mansions!” exclaimed Rob 67 He went through the motions of kicking from placement 83 It was a silent and very disgusted throng of spectators 199 “If we don’t make Hop and Prentiss sit up and take notice before the season’s over, I’ll eat my hat!”

1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites

From this reading 217 “Now then, you fellows――I’m here to show you what I know about foot-ball and you’re here to learn” 229 The game between the Independents and the Second School Team 251 “Then that’s settled, eh?” asked Hopkins beamingly 273 The meeting broke up in confusion 289 The meeting resolved itself into a parade that made the round of the buildings and sang foot-ball songs 305 KINGSFORD, QUARTER

established or decided beyond dispute or doubt

From this reading 217 “Now then, you fellows――I’m here to show you what I know about foot-ball and you’re here to learn” 229 The game between the Independents and the Second School Team 251 “Then that’s settled, eh?” asked Hopkins beamingly 273 The meeting broke up in confusion 289 The meeting resolved itself into a parade that made the round of the buildings and sang foot-ball songs 305 KINGSFORD, QUARTER

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading 217 “Now then, you fellows――I’m here to show you what I know about foot-ball and you’re here to learn” 229 The game between the Independents and the Second School Team 251 “Then that’s settled, eh?” asked Hopkins beamingly 273 The meeting broke up in confusion 289 The meeting resolved itself into a parade that made the round of the buildings and sang foot-ball songs 305 KINGSFORD, QUARTER

marked by absence of sound

From this reading 57 “Talk about your palatial mansions!” exclaimed Rob 67 He went through the motions of kicking from placement 83 It was a silent and very disgusted throng of spectators 199 “If we don’t make Hop and Prentiss sit up and take notice before the season’s over, I’ll eat my hat!”

be seated

From this reading 57 “Talk about your palatial mansions!” exclaimed Rob 67 He went through the motions of kicking from placement 83 It was a silent and very disgusted throng of spectators 199 “If we don’t make Hop and Prentiss sit up and take notice before the season’s over, I’ll eat my hat!”

plural of “song” — a short musical composition with words

From this reading 217 “Now then, you fellows――I’m here to show you what I know about foot-ball and you’re here to learn” 229 The game between the Independents and the Second School Team 251 “Then that’s settled, eh?” asked Hopkins beamingly 273 The meeting broke up in confusion 289 The meeting resolved itself into a parade that made the round of the buildings and sang foot-ball songs 305 KINGSFORD, QUARTER

plural of “spectator” — a close observer; someone who looks at something (such as an exhibition of some kind)

From this reading 57 “Talk about your palatial mansions!” exclaimed Rob 67 He went through the motions of kicking from placement 83 It was a silent and very disgusted throng of spectators 199 “If we don’t make Hop and Prentiss sit up and take notice before the season’s over, I’ll eat my hat!”

a crocheted or knitted garment covering the upper part of the body

From this reading Author of “The Crimson Sweater,” “Tom, Dick, and Harriet,” “Harry’s Island,” “Captain Chub,” etc.

carry out

From this reading 57 “Talk about your palatial mansions!” exclaimed Rob 67 He went through the motions of kicking from placement 83 It was a silent and very disgusted throng of spectators 199 “If we don’t make Hop and Prentiss sit up and take notice before the season’s over, I’ll eat my hat!”

exchange thoughts; talk with

From this reading 57 “Talk about your palatial mansions!” exclaimed Rob 67 He went through the motions of kicking from placement 83 It was a silent and very disgusted throng of spectators 199 “If we don’t make Hop and Prentiss sit up and take notice before the season’s over, I’ll eat my hat!”

a cooperative unit (especially in sports)

From this reading “I want to try for the team here” 21 “Hello!” he said.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading 217 “Now then, you fellows――I’m here to show you what I know about foot-ball and you’re here to learn” 229 The game between the Independents and the Second School Team 251 “Then that’s settled, eh?” asked Hopkins beamingly 273 The meeting broke up in confusion 289 The meeting resolved itself into a parade that made the round of the buildings and sang foot-ball songs 305 KINGSFORD, QUARTER

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

From this reading 217 “Now then, you fellows――I’m here to show you what I know about foot-ball and you’re here to learn” 229 The game between the Independents and the Second School Team 251 “Then that’s settled, eh?” asked Hopkins beamingly 273 The meeting broke up in confusion 289 The meeting resolved itself into a parade that made the round of the buildings and sang foot-ball songs 305 KINGSFORD, QUARTER

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

From this reading Author of “The Crimson Sweater,” “Tom, Dick, and Harriet,” “Harry’s Island,” “Captain Chub,” etc.

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading 217 “Now then, you fellows――I’m here to show you what I know about foot-ball and you’re here to learn” 229 The game between the Independents and the Second School Team 251 “Then that’s settled, eh?” asked Hopkins beamingly 273 The meeting broke up in confusion 289 The meeting resolved itself into a parade that made the round of the buildings and sang foot-ball songs 305 KINGSFORD, QUARTER

in a menacing manner

From this reading PAGE “Look pleasant, kid,” he continued threateningly 7 “I play foot-ball,” answered Evan.

a large gathering of people

From this reading 57 “Talk about your palatial mansions!” exclaimed Rob 67 He went through the motions of kicking from placement 83 It was a silent and very disgusted throng of spectators 199 “If we don’t make Hop and Prentiss sit up and take notice before the season’s over, I’ll eat my hat!”

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading 57 “Talk about your palatial mansions!” exclaimed Rob 67 He went through the motions of kicking from placement 83 It was a silent and very disgusted throng of spectators 199 “If we don’t make Hop and Prentiss sit up and take notice before the season’s over, I’ll eat my hat!”

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

From this reading “I want to try for the team here” 21 “Hello!” he said.

male cat

From this reading Author of “The Crimson Sweater,” “Tom, Dick, and Harriet,” “Harry’s Island,” “Captain Chub,” etc.

make an effort or attempt

From this reading “I want to try for the team here” 21 “Hello!” he said.

being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level

From this reading 57 “Talk about your palatial mansions!” exclaimed Rob 67 He went through the motions of kicking from placement 83 It was a silent and very disgusted throng of spectators 199 “If we don’t make Hop and Prentiss sit up and take notice before the season’s over, I’ll eat my hat!”

precisely as stated

From this reading 57 “Talk about your palatial mansions!” exclaimed Rob 67 He went through the motions of kicking from placement 83 It was a silent and very disgusted throng of spectators 199 “If we don’t make Hop and Prentiss sit up and take notice before the season’s over, I’ll eat my hat!”

feel or have a desire for; want strongly

From this reading “I want to try for the team here” 21 “Hello!” he said.

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

From this reading 57 “Talk about your palatial mansions!” exclaimed Rob 67 He went through the motions of kicking from placement 83 It was a silent and very disgusted throng of spectators 199 “If we don’t make Hop and Prentiss sit up and take notice before the season’s over, I’ll eat my hat!”

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading 57 “Talk about your palatial mansions!” exclaimed Rob 67 He went through the motions of kicking from placement 83 It was a silent and very disgusted throng of spectators 199 “If we don’t make Hop and Prentiss sit up and take notice before the season’s over, I’ll eat my hat!”

inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading 57 “Talk about your palatial mansions!” exclaimed Rob 67 He went through the motions of kicking from placement 83 It was a silent and very disgusted throng of spectators 199 “If we don’t make Hop and Prentiss sit up and take notice before the season’s over, I’ll eat my hat!”

used to ask for information about something

From this reading 217 “Now then, you fellows――I’m here to show you what I know about foot-ball and you’re here to learn” 229 The game between the Independents and the Second School Team 251 “Then that’s settled, eh?” asked Hopkins beamingly 273 The meeting broke up in confusion 289 The meeting resolved itself into a parade that made the round of the buildings and sang foot-ball songs 305 KINGSFORD, QUARTER

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

From this reading Where’s Rob?”

the English royal house (a branch of the Plantagenet line) that reigned from 1461 to 1485; its emblem was a white rose

From this reading New York The Century Co.

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading 217 “Now then, you fellows――I’m here to show you what I know about foot-ball and you’re here to learn” 229 The game between the Independents and the Second School Team 251 “Then that’s settled, eh?” asked Hopkins beamingly 273 The meeting broke up in confusion 289 The meeting resolved itself into a parade that made the round of the buildings and sang foot-ball songs 305 KINGSFORD, QUARTER

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

From this reading 217 “Now then, you fellows――I’m here to show you what I know about foot-ball and you’re here to learn” 229 The game between the Independents and the Second School Team 251 “Then that’s settled, eh?” asked Hopkins beamingly 273 The meeting broke up in confusion 289 The meeting resolved itself into a parade that made the round of the buildings and sang foot-ball songs 305 KINGSFORD, QUARTER

belonging to the person or people being spoken to

From this reading 57 “Talk about your palatial mansions!” exclaimed Rob 67 He went through the motions of kicking from placement 83 It was a silent and very disgusted throng of spectators 199 “If we don’t make Hop and Prentiss sit up and take notice before the season’s over, I’ll eat my hat!”