used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading IN THE COACH’S ROOM Whether the comedy was good or not, it at least evoked much laughter, and was followed by a thrilling “big picture” that worked Willard to a pitch of excitement that lasted until he was out on State Street again.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading He and Joe and Bob talked about the show, while Martin and Willard followed behind and listened.
anew
From this reading IN THE COACH’S ROOM Whether the comedy was good or not, it at least evoked much laughter, and was followed by a thrilling “big picture” that worked Willard to a pitch of excitement that lasted until he was out on State Street again.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading IN THE COACH’S ROOM Whether the comedy was good or not, it at least evoked much laughter, and was followed by a thrilling “big picture” that worked Willard to a pitch of excitement that lasted until he was out on State Street again.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading They ran into Mr. Cade in front of the theater and he fell into step with them as they walked back toward the Green.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading IN THE COACH’S ROOM Whether the comedy was good or not, it at least evoked much laughter, and was followed by a thrilling “big picture” that worked Willard to a pitch of excitement that lasted until he was out on State Street again.
in or to or toward a former location
From this reading They ran into Mr. Cade in front of the theater and he fell into step with them as they walked back toward the Green.
behindprepositionUS /bɪˈhaɪnd/
at or toward the back of something
From this reading He and Joe and Bob talked about the show, while Martin and Willard followed behind and listened.
above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading IN THE COACH’S ROOM Whether the comedy was good or not, it at least evoked much laughter, and was followed by a thrilling “big picture” that worked Willard to a pitch of excitement that lasted until he was out on State Street again.
move up and down repeatedly
From this reading He and Joe and Bob talked about the show, while Martin and Willard followed behind and listened.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading IN THE COACH’S ROOM Whether the comedy was good or not, it at least evoked much laughter, and was followed by a thrilling “big picture” that worked Willard to a pitch of excitement that lasted until he was out on State Street again.
Cade
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From this reading They ran into Mr. Cade in front of the theater and he fell into step with them as they walked back toward the Green.
teach and supervise (someone); act as a trainer or coach (to), as in sports
From this reading The coach rather surprised Willard by displaying positive enthusiasm for his tipple, which, as near as Willard could determine, contained a little of everything that could come out of the glistening taps!
COACH'SnounUS /ˈkoʊtʃɪz/
possessive form of “coach” — (sports) someone in charge of training an athlete or a team
From this reading IN THE COACH’S ROOM Whether the comedy was good or not, it at least evoked much laughter, and was followed by a thrilling “big picture” that worked Willard to a pitch of excitement that lasted until he was out on State Street again.
colorfuladjectiveUS /ˈkʌlərfəl/
having much or varied color
From this reading At West Street Bob proposed drinks, and they crossed to The Mirror and sat about a tiny table and drank colorful concoctions through paper straws.
move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading The coach rather surprised Willard by displaying positive enthusiasm for his tipple, which, as near as Willard could determine, contained a little of everything that could come out of the glistening taps!
comedynounUS /ˈkɑːmədi/
light and humorous drama with a happy ending
From this reading IN THE COACH’S ROOM Whether the comedy was good or not, it at least evoked much laughter, and was followed by a thrilling “big picture” that worked Willard to a pitch of excitement that lasted until he was out on State Street again.
concoctionsnounUS /kənˈkɑːkʃənz/
plural of “concoction” — any foodstuff made by combining different ingredients
From this reading At West Street Bob proposed drinks, and they crossed to The Mirror and sat about a tiny table and drank colorful concoctions through paper straws.
gotten under control
From this reading The coach rather surprised Willard by displaying positive enthusiasm for his tipple, which, as near as Willard could determine, contained a little of everything that could come out of the glistening taps!
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading The coach rather surprised Willard by displaying positive enthusiasm for his tipple, which, as near as Willard could determine, contained a little of everything that could come out of the glistening taps!
placed crosswise
From this reading At West Street Bob proposed drinks, and they crossed to The Mirror and sat about a tiny table and drank colorful concoctions through paper straws.
determineverbUS /dəˈtɜːrmən/
establish after a calculation, investigation, experiment, survey, or study
From this reading The coach rather surprised Willard by displaying positive enthusiasm for his tipple, which, as near as Willard could determine, contained a little of everything that could come out of the glistening taps!
displayingverbUS /dɪˈspleɪɪŋ/
-ing form of “display” — to show, make visible or apparent
From this reading The coach rather surprised Willard by displaying positive enthusiasm for his tipple, which, as near as Willard could determine, contained a little of everything that could come out of the glistening taps!
inflected form of “drink” — take in liquids
From this reading At West Street Bob proposed drinks, and they crossed to The Mirror and sat about a tiny table and drank colorful concoctions through paper straws.
drinksnounUS /drɪŋks/
plural of “drink” — a single serving of a beverage
From this reading At West Street Bob proposed drinks, and they crossed to The Mirror and sat about a tiny table and drank colorful concoctions through paper straws.
a feeling of excitement
From this reading The coach rather surprised Willard by displaying positive enthusiasm for his tipple, which, as near as Willard could determine, contained a little of everything that could come out of the glistening taps!
all things; all of a situation
From this reading The coach rather surprised Willard by displaying positive enthusiasm for his tipple, which, as near as Willard could determine, contained a little of everything that could come out of the glistening taps!
evokedadjectiveUS /ɪˈvoʊkt/
called forth from a latent or potential state by stimulation
From this reading IN THE COACH’S ROOM Whether the comedy was good or not, it at least evoked much laughter, and was followed by a thrilling “big picture” that worked Willard to a pitch of excitement that lasted until he was out on State Street again.
the feeling of lively and cheerful joy
From this reading IN THE COACH’S ROOM Whether the comedy was good or not, it at least evoked much laughter, and was followed by a thrilling “big picture” that worked Willard to a pitch of excitement that lasted until he was out on State Street again.
cause to fall by or as if by delivering a blow
From this reading They ran into Mr. Cade in front of the theater and he fell into step with them as they walked back toward the Green.
past form of “follow” — to travel behind, go after, come after
From this reading IN THE COACH’S ROOM Whether the comedy was good or not, it at least evoked much laughter, and was followed by a thrilling “big picture” that worked Willard to a pitch of excitement that lasted until he was out on State Street again.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading The coach rather surprised Willard by displaying positive enthusiasm for his tipple, which, as near as Willard could determine, contained a little of everything that could come out of the glistening taps!
the side that is forward or prominent
From this reading They ran into Mr. Cade in front of the theater and he fell into step with them as they walked back toward the Green.
glisteningadjectiveUS /ˈɡlɪsənɪŋ/
reflecting light
From this reading The coach rather surprised Willard by displaying positive enthusiasm for his tipple, which, as near as Willard could determine, contained a little of everything that could come out of the glistening taps!
having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified
From this reading IN THE COACH’S ROOM Whether the comedy was good or not, it at least evoked much laughter, and was followed by a thrilling “big picture” that worked Willard to a pitch of excitement that lasted until he was out on State Street again.
green color or pigment; resembling the color of growing grass
From this reading They ran into Mr. Cade in front of the theater and he fell into step with them as they walked back toward the Green.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading IN THE COACH’S ROOM Whether the comedy was good or not, it at least evoked much laughter, and was followed by a thrilling “big picture” that worked Willard to a pitch of excitement that lasted until he was out on State Street again.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading The coach rather surprised Willard by displaying positive enthusiasm for his tipple, which, as near as Willard could determine, contained a little of everything that could come out of the glistening taps!
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading IN THE COACH’S ROOM Whether the comedy was good or not, it at least evoked much laughter, and was followed by a thrilling “big picture” that worked Willard to a pitch of excitement that lasted until he was out on State Street again.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading They ran into Mr. Cade in front of the theater and he fell into step with them as they walked back toward the Green.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading IN THE COACH’S ROOM Whether the comedy was good or not, it at least evoked much laughter, and was followed by a thrilling “big picture” that worked Willard to a pitch of excitement that lasted until he was out on State Street again.
Joe
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From this reading He and Joe and Bob talked about the show, while Martin and Willard followed behind and listened.
lastedverbUS /ˈlæstəd/
past form of “last” — persist for a specified period of time
From this reading IN THE COACH’S ROOM Whether the comedy was good or not, it at least evoked much laughter, and was followed by a thrilling “big picture” that worked Willard to a pitch of excitement that lasted until he was out on State Street again.
the sound of laughing
From this reading IN THE COACH’S ROOM Whether the comedy was good or not, it at least evoked much laughter, and was followed by a thrilling “big picture” that worked Willard to a pitch of excitement that lasted until he was out on State Street again.
the superlative of “little” that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by “the”; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or extent or degree
From this reading IN THE COACH’S ROOM Whether the comedy was good or not, it at least evoked much laughter, and was followed by a thrilling “big picture” that worked Willard to a pitch of excitement that lasted until he was out on State Street again.
past form of “listen” — hear with intention
From this reading He and Joe and Bob talked about the show, while Martin and Willard followed behind and listened.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading The coach rather surprised Willard by displaying positive enthusiasm for his tipple, which, as near as Willard could determine, contained a little of everything that could come out of the glistening taps!
French bishop who is a patron saint of France (died in 397)
From this reading He and Joe and Bob talked about the show, while Martin and Willard followed behind and listened.
MirrornounUS /ˈmɪrər/
polished surface that forms images by reflecting light
From this reading At West Street Bob proposed drinks, and they crossed to The Mirror and sat about a tiny table and drank colorful concoctions through paper straws.
a form of address for a man
From this reading They ran into Mr. Cade in front of the theater and he fell into step with them as they walked back toward the Green.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading IN THE COACH’S ROOM Whether the comedy was good or not, it at least evoked much laughter, and was followed by a thrilling “big picture” that worked Willard to a pitch of excitement that lasted until he was out on State Street again.
near in time or place or relationship
From this reading The coach rather surprised Willard by displaying positive enthusiasm for his tipple, which, as near as Willard could determine, contained a little of everything that could come out of the glistening taps!
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading IN THE COACH’S ROOM Whether the comedy was good or not, it at least evoked much laughter, and was followed by a thrilling “big picture” that worked Willard to a pitch of excitement that lasted until he was out on State Street again.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading IN THE COACH’S ROOM Whether the comedy was good or not, it at least evoked much laughter, and was followed by a thrilling “big picture” that worked Willard to a pitch of excitement that lasted until he was out on State Street again.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading IN THE COACH’S ROOM Whether the comedy was good or not, it at least evoked much laughter, and was followed by a thrilling “big picture” that worked Willard to a pitch of excitement that lasted until he was out on State Street again.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading IN THE COACH’S ROOM Whether the comedy was good or not, it at least evoked much laughter, and was followed by a thrilling “big picture” that worked Willard to a pitch of excitement that lasted until he was out on State Street again.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading IN THE COACH’S ROOM Whether the comedy was good or not, it at least evoked much laughter, and was followed by a thrilling “big picture” that worked Willard to a pitch of excitement that lasted until he was out on State Street again.
a material made of cellulose pulp derived mainly from wood or rags or certain grasses
From this reading At West Street Bob proposed drinks, and they crossed to The Mirror and sat about a tiny table and drank colorful concoctions through paper straws.
a visual representation (of an object or scene or person or abstraction) produced on a surface
From this reading IN THE COACH’S ROOM Whether the comedy was good or not, it at least evoked much laughter, and was followed by a thrilling “big picture” that worked Willard to a pitch of excitement that lasted until he was out on State Street again.
pitchnounUS /pɪtʃ/
the property of sound that varies with variation in the frequency of vibration
From this reading IN THE COACH’S ROOM Whether the comedy was good or not, it at least evoked much laughter, and was followed by a thrilling “big picture” that worked Willard to a pitch of excitement that lasted until he was out on State Street again.
positiveadjectiveUS /ˈpɑːzətɪv/
characterized by or displaying affirmation or acceptance or certainty etc.
From this reading The coach rather surprised Willard by displaying positive enthusiasm for his tipple, which, as near as Willard could determine, contained a little of everything that could come out of the glistening taps!
past form of “propose” — make a proposal, declare a plan for something
From this reading At West Street Bob proposed drinks, and they crossed to The Mirror and sat about a tiny table and drank colorful concoctions through paper straws.
inflected form of “run” — move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time
From this reading They ran into Mr. Cade in front of the theater and he fell into step with them as they walked back toward the Green.
on the contrary
From this reading The coach rather surprised Willard by displaying positive enthusiasm for his tipple, which, as near as Willard could determine, contained a little of everything that could come out of the glistening taps!
an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling
From this reading IN THE COACH’S ROOM Whether the comedy was good or not, it at least evoked much laughter, and was followed by a thrilling “big picture” that worked Willard to a pitch of excitement that lasted until he was out on State Street again.
the seventh and last day of the week; observed as the Sabbath by Jews and some Christians
From this reading At West Street Bob proposed drinks, and they crossed to The Mirror and sat about a tiny table and drank colorful concoctions through paper straws.
give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading He and Joe and Bob talked about the show, while Martin and Willard followed behind and listened.
the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation
From this reading IN THE COACH’S ROOM Whether the comedy was good or not, it at least evoked much laughter, and was followed by a thrilling “big picture” that worked Willard to a pitch of excitement that lasted until he was out on State Street again.
any maneuver made as part of progress toward a goal
From this reading They ran into Mr. Cade in front of the theater and he fell into step with them as they walked back toward the Green.
strawsnounUS /strɔːz/
plural of “straw” — plant fiber used e.g. for making baskets and hats or as fodder
From this reading At West Street Bob proposed drinks, and they crossed to The Mirror and sat about a tiny table and drank colorful concoctions through paper straws.
a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings
From this reading IN THE COACH’S ROOM Whether the comedy was good or not, it at least evoked much laughter, and was followed by a thrilling “big picture” that worked Willard to a pitch of excitement that lasted until he was out on State Street again.
taken unawares or suddenly and feeling wonder or astonishment
From this reading The coach rather surprised Willard by displaying positive enthusiasm for his tipple, which, as near as Willard could determine, contained a little of everything that could come out of the glistening taps!
a set of data arranged in rows and columns
From this reading At West Street Bob proposed drinks, and they crossed to The Mirror and sat about a tiny table and drank colorful concoctions through paper straws.
past form of “talk” — exchange thoughts; talk with
From this reading He and Joe and Bob talked about the show, while Martin and Willard followed behind and listened.
tapsnounUS /tæps/
(military) signal to turn the lights out
From this reading The coach rather surprised Willard by displaying positive enthusiasm for his tipple, which, as near as Willard could determine, contained a little of everything that could come out of the glistening taps!
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading IN THE COACH’S ROOM Whether the comedy was good or not, it at least evoked much laughter, and was followed by a thrilling “big picture” that worked Willard to a pitch of excitement that lasted until he was out on State Street again.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading IN THE COACH’S ROOM Whether the comedy was good or not, it at least evoked much laughter, and was followed by a thrilling “big picture” that worked Willard to a pitch of excitement that lasted until he was out on State Street again.
theaternounUS /ˈθiːətər/
a building where theatrical performances or motion-picture shows can be presented
From this reading They ran into Mr. Cade in front of the theater and he fell into step with them as they walked back toward the Green.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading They ran into Mr. Cade in front of the theater and he fell into step with them as they walked back toward the Green.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading They ran into Mr. Cade in front of the theater and he fell into step with them as they walked back toward the Green.
thrillingadjectiveUS /ˈθrɪlɪŋ/
causing a surge of emotion or excitement
From this reading IN THE COACH’S ROOM Whether the comedy was good or not, it at least evoked much laughter, and was followed by a thrilling “big picture” that worked Willard to a pitch of excitement that lasted until he was out on State Street again.
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading At West Street Bob proposed drinks, and they crossed to The Mirror and sat about a tiny table and drank colorful concoctions through paper straws.
very small
From this reading At West Street Bob proposed drinks, and they crossed to The Mirror and sat about a tiny table and drank colorful concoctions through paper straws.
tipplenounUS /ˈtɪpəl/
a serving of drink (usually alcoholic) drawn from a keg
From this reading The coach rather surprised Willard by displaying positive enthusiasm for his tipple, which, as near as Willard could determine, contained a little of everything that could come out of the glistening taps!
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading IN THE COACH’S ROOM Whether the comedy was good or not, it at least evoked much laughter, and was followed by a thrilling “big picture” that worked Willard to a pitch of excitement that lasted until he was out on State Street again.
towardprepositionUS /təˈwɔːrd/
in the direction of
From this reading They ran into Mr. Cade in front of the theater and he fell into step with them as they walked back toward the Green.
untilprepositionUS /ənˈtɪl/
up to a particular time
From this reading IN THE COACH’S ROOM Whether the comedy was good or not, it at least evoked much laughter, and was followed by a thrilling “big picture” that worked Willard to a pitch of excitement that lasted until he was out on State Street again.
past form of “walk” — use one's feet to advance; advance by steps
From this reading They ran into Mr. Cade in front of the theater and he fell into step with them as they walked back toward the Green.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading IN THE COACH’S ROOM Whether the comedy was good or not, it at least evoked much laughter, and was followed by a thrilling “big picture” that worked Willard to a pitch of excitement that lasted until he was out on State Street again.
the countries of (originally) Europe and (now including) North America and South America
From this reading At West Street Bob proposed drinks, and they crossed to The Mirror and sat about a tiny table and drank colorful concoctions through paper straws.
used to introduce two or more possibilities
From this reading IN THE COACH’S ROOM Whether the comedy was good or not, it at least evoked much laughter, and was followed by a thrilling “big picture” that worked Willard to a pitch of excitement that lasted until he was out on State Street again.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading The coach rather surprised Willard by displaying positive enthusiasm for his tipple, which, as near as Willard could determine, contained a little of everything that could come out of the glistening taps!
whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading He and Joe and Bob talked about the show, while Martin and Willard followed behind and listened.
WillardnounUS /ˈwɪlərd/
United States advocate of temperance and women's suffrage (1839-1898)
From this reading IN THE COACH’S ROOM Whether the comedy was good or not, it at least evoked much laughter, and was followed by a thrilling “big picture” that worked Willard to a pitch of excitement that lasted until he was out on State Street again.
in the company of; together with
From this reading They ran into Mr. Cade in front of the theater and he fell into step with them as they walked back toward the Green.
past form of “work” — exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity
From this reading IN THE COACH’S ROOM Whether the comedy was good or not, it at least evoked much laughter, and was followed by a thrilling “big picture” that worked Willard to a pitch of excitement that lasted until he was out on State Street again.
