used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading DRIVING A BARGAIN And why was this debate between the American and the Navajos so stubborn and tedious?
the quality of having a superior or more favorable position
From this reading In their secret hearts both Stephens and Mahletonkwa were anxious to come to an understanding, but each thought it politic to simulate comparative indifference, and not to give any advantage to his opponent by betraying undue eagerness.
in addition
From this reading Granted that, he was willing to promise fair compensation for the Navajo who had been slain, and amnesty for the subsequent outrage of carrying off the girl; and also he was ready in person to guarantee these terms.
ambassadorsnounUS /æmˈbæsədərz/
plural of “ambassador” — a diplomat of the highest rank; accredited as representative from one country to another
From this reading When two shrewd men are each determined to drive the best bargain he can, and neither trusts the other, the diplomacy between a frontiersman and a redskin may be as lengthy as if it were between rival ambassadors of contending empires.
a native or inhabitant of the United States
From this reading DRIVING A BARGAIN And why was this debate between the American and the Navajos so stubborn and tedious?
amnestynounUS /ˈæmnəsti/
a period during which offenders are exempt from punishment
From this reading Granted that, he was willing to promise fair compensation for the Navajo who had been slain, and amnesty for the subsequent outrage of carrying off the girl; and also he was ready in person to guarantee these terms.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading In their secret hearts both Stephens and Mahletonkwa were anxious to come to an understanding, but each thought it politic to simulate comparative indifference, and not to give any advantage to his opponent by betraying undue eagerness.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading DRIVING A BARGAIN And why was this debate between the American and the Navajos so stubborn and tedious?
eagerly desirous
From this reading In their secret hearts both Stephens and Mahletonkwa were anxious to come to an understanding, but each thought it politic to simulate comparative indifference, and not to give any advantage to his opponent by betraying undue eagerness.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading In their secret hearts both Stephens and Mahletonkwa were anxious to come to an understanding, but each thought it politic to simulate comparative indifference, and not to give any advantage to his opponent by betraying undue eagerness.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading When two shrewd men are each determined to drive the best bargain he can, and neither trusts the other, the diplomacy between a frontiersman and a redskin may be as lengthy as if it were between rival ambassadors of contending empires.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading When two shrewd men are each determined to drive the best bargain he can, and neither trusts the other, the diplomacy between a frontiersman and a redskin may be as lengthy as if it were between rival ambassadors of contending empires.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Stephens demanded at the outset the immediate restoration of the captive to her father, safe and sound.
BARGAINnounUS /ˈbɑːrɡən/
an agreement between parties (usually arrived at after discussion) fixing obligations of each
From this reading DRIVING A BARGAIN And why was this debate between the American and the Navajos so stubborn and tedious?
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading When two shrewd men are each determined to drive the best bargain he can, and neither trusts the other, the diplomacy between a frontiersman and a redskin may be as lengthy as if it were between rival ambassadors of contending empires.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading Granted that, he was willing to promise fair compensation for the Navajo who had been slain, and amnesty for the subsequent outrage of carrying off the girl; and also he was ready in person to guarantee these terms.
the supreme effort one can make
From this reading When two shrewd men are each determined to drive the best bargain he can, and neither trusts the other, the diplomacy between a frontiersman and a redskin may be as lengthy as if it were between rival ambassadors of contending empires.
betrayingverbUS /bɪˈtreɪɪŋ/
-ing form of “betray” — reveal unintentionally
From this reading In their secret hearts both Stephens and Mahletonkwa were anxious to come to an understanding, but each thought it politic to simulate comparative indifference, and not to give any advantage to his opponent by betraying undue eagerness.
in the space, time, or range separating two things
From this reading DRIVING A BARGAIN And why was this debate between the American and the Navajos so stubborn and tedious?
the two together, not just one
From this reading In their secret hearts both Stephens and Mahletonkwa were anxious to come to an understanding, but each thought it politic to simulate comparative indifference, and not to give any advantage to his opponent by betraying undue eagerness.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading In their secret hearts both Stephens and Mahletonkwa were anxious to come to an understanding, but each thought it politic to simulate comparative indifference, and not to give any advantage to his opponent by betraying undue eagerness.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading In their secret hearts both Stephens and Mahletonkwa were anxious to come to an understanding, but each thought it politic to simulate comparative indifference, and not to give any advantage to his opponent by betraying undue eagerness.
to be able to, or to be allowed to
From this reading When two shrewd men are each determined to drive the best bargain he can, and neither trusts the other, the diplomacy between a frontiersman and a redskin may be as lengthy as if it were between rival ambassadors of contending empires.
captivenounUS /ˈkæptɪv/
a person who is confined; especially a prisoner of war
From this reading Stephens demanded at the outset the immediate restoration of the captive to her father, safe and sound.
-ing form of “carry” — move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body
From this reading Granted that, he was willing to promise fair compensation for the Navajo who had been slain, and amnesty for the subsequent outrage of carrying off the girl; and also he was ready in person to guarantee these terms.
move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading In their secret hearts both Stephens and Mahletonkwa were anxious to come to an understanding, but each thought it politic to simulate comparative indifference, and not to give any advantage to his opponent by betraying undue eagerness.
comparativeadjectiveUS /kəmˈperətɪv/
relating to or based on or involving comparison
From this reading In their secret hearts both Stephens and Mahletonkwa were anxious to come to an understanding, but each thought it politic to simulate comparative indifference, and not to give any advantage to his opponent by betraying undue eagerness.
compensationnounUS /ˌkɑːmpənˈseɪʃən/
something (such as money) given or received as payment or reparation (as for a service or loss or injury)
From this reading Granted that, he was willing to promise fair compensation for the Navajo who had been slain, and amnesty for the subsequent outrage of carrying off the girl; and also he was ready in person to guarantee these terms.
contendingverbUS /kənˈtendɪŋ/
-ing form of “contend” — maintain or assert
From this reading When two shrewd men are each determined to drive the best bargain he can, and neither trusts the other, the diplomacy between a frontiersman and a redskin may be as lengthy as if it were between rival ambassadors of contending empires.
debateverbUS /dəˈbeɪt/
argue with one another
From this reading DRIVING A BARGAIN And why was this debate between the American and the Navajos so stubborn and tedious?
past form of “demand” — request urgently and forcefully
From this reading Stephens demanded at the outset the immediate restoration of the captive to her father, safe and sound.
characterized by great determination
From this reading When two shrewd men are each determined to drive the best bargain he can, and neither trusts the other, the diplomacy between a frontiersman and a redskin may be as lengthy as if it were between rival ambassadors of contending empires.
diplomacynounUS /dɪˈploʊməsi/
negotiation between nations
From this reading When two shrewd men are each determined to drive the best bargain he can, and neither trusts the other, the diplomacy between a frontiersman and a redskin may be as lengthy as if it were between rival ambassadors of contending empires.
operate or control a vehicle
From this reading When two shrewd men are each determined to drive the best bargain he can, and neither trusts the other, the diplomacy between a frontiersman and a redskin may be as lengthy as if it were between rival ambassadors of contending empires.
having the power of driving or impelling
From this reading DRIVING A BARGAIN And why was this debate between the American and the Navajos so stubborn and tedious?
every one of two or more people or things, taken separately
From this reading When two shrewd men are each determined to drive the best bargain he can, and neither trusts the other, the diplomacy between a frontiersman and a redskin may be as lengthy as if it were between rival ambassadors of contending empires.
eagernessnounUS /ˈiːɡərnəs/
a positive feeling of wanting to push ahead with something
From this reading In their secret hearts both Stephens and Mahletonkwa were anxious to come to an understanding, but each thought it politic to simulate comparative indifference, and not to give any advantage to his opponent by betraying undue eagerness.
empiresnounUS /ˈempaɪərz/
plural of “empire” — the domain ruled by an emperor or empress; the region over which imperial dominion is exercised
From this reading When two shrewd men are each determined to drive the best bargain he can, and neither trusts the other, the diplomacy between a frontiersman and a redskin may be as lengthy as if it were between rival ambassadors of contending empires.
free from favoritism or self-interest or bias or deception; conforming with established standards or rules
From this reading Granted that, he was willing to promise fair compensation for the Navajo who had been slain, and amnesty for the subsequent outrage of carrying off the girl; and also he was ready in person to guarantee these terms.
a male parent (also used as a term of address to your father)
From this reading Stephens demanded at the outset the immediate restoration of the captive to her father, safe and sound.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Granted that, he was willing to promise fair compensation for the Navajo who had been slain, and amnesty for the subsequent outrage of carrying off the girl; and also he was ready in person to guarantee these terms.
frontiersmannoun
a man who lives on the frontier
From this reading When two shrewd men are each determined to drive the best bargain he can, and neither trusts the other, the diplomacy between a frontiersman and a redskin may be as lengthy as if it were between rival ambassadors of contending empires.
a young female
From this reading Granted that, he was willing to promise fair compensation for the Navajo who had been slain, and amnesty for the subsequent outrage of carrying off the girl; and also he was ready in person to guarantee these terms.
cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense
From this reading In their secret hearts both Stephens and Mahletonkwa were anxious to come to an understanding, but each thought it politic to simulate comparative indifference, and not to give any advantage to his opponent by betraying undue eagerness.
acknowledged as a supposition
From this reading Granted that, he was willing to promise fair compensation for the Navajo who had been slain, and amnesty for the subsequent outrage of carrying off the girl; and also he was ready in person to guarantee these terms.
guaranteeverbUS /ˌɡerənˈtiː/
give surety or assume responsibility
From this reading Granted that, he was willing to promise fair compensation for the Navajo who had been slain, and amnesty for the subsequent outrage of carrying off the girl; and also he was ready in person to guarantee these terms.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Granted that, he was willing to promise fair compensation for the Navajo who had been slain, and amnesty for the subsequent outrage of carrying off the girl; and also he was ready in person to guarantee these terms.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading When two shrewd men are each determined to drive the best bargain he can, and neither trusts the other, the diplomacy between a frontiersman and a redskin may be as lengthy as if it were between rival ambassadors of contending empires.
a form of whist in which players avoid winning tricks containing hearts or the queen of spades
From this reading In their secret hearts both Stephens and Mahletonkwa were anxious to come to an understanding, but each thought it politic to simulate comparative indifference, and not to give any advantage to his opponent by betraying undue eagerness.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading Stephens demanded at the outset the immediate restoration of the captive to her father, safe and sound.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading In their secret hearts both Stephens and Mahletonkwa were anxious to come to an understanding, but each thought it politic to simulate comparative indifference, and not to give any advantage to his opponent by betraying undue eagerness.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading When two shrewd men are each determined to drive the best bargain he can, and neither trusts the other, the diplomacy between a frontiersman and a redskin may be as lengthy as if it were between rival ambassadors of contending empires.
of the present time and place
From this reading Stephens demanded at the outset the immediate restoration of the captive to her father, safe and sound.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading In their secret hearts both Stephens and Mahletonkwa were anxious to come to an understanding, but each thought it politic to simulate comparative indifference, and not to give any advantage to his opponent by betraying undue eagerness.
indifferencenounUS /ˌɪnˈdɪfərəns/
unbiased impartial unconcern
From this reading In their secret hearts both Stephens and Mahletonkwa were anxious to come to an understanding, but each thought it politic to simulate comparative indifference, and not to give any advantage to his opponent by betraying undue eagerness.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading When two shrewd men are each determined to drive the best bargain he can, and neither trusts the other, the diplomacy between a frontiersman and a redskin may be as lengthy as if it were between rival ambassadors of contending empires.
lengthyadjectiveUS /ˈleŋθi/
relatively long in duration; tediously protracted
From this reading When two shrewd men are each determined to drive the best bargain he can, and neither trusts the other, the diplomacy between a frontiersman and a redskin may be as lengthy as if it were between rival ambassadors of contending empires.
Mahletonkwa
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From this reading In their secret hearts both Stephens and Mahletonkwa were anxious to come to an understanding, but each thought it politic to simulate comparative indifference, and not to give any advantage to his opponent by betraying undue eagerness.
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading When two shrewd men are each determined to drive the best bargain he can, and neither trusts the other, the diplomacy between a frontiersman and a redskin may be as lengthy as if it were between rival ambassadors of contending empires.
the force of workers available
From this reading When two shrewd men are each determined to drive the best bargain he can, and neither trusts the other, the diplomacy between a frontiersman and a redskin may be as lengthy as if it were between rival ambassadors of contending empires.
NavajonounUS /ˈnɑːvəhoʊ/
a member of an Athapaskan people that migrated to Arizona and New Mexico and Utah
From this reading Granted that, he was willing to promise fair compensation for the Navajo who had been slain, and amnesty for the subsequent outrage of carrying off the girl; and also he was ready in person to guarantee these terms.
NavajosnounUS /ˈnɑːvəhoʊz/
plural of “navajo” — a member of an Athapaskan people that migrated to Arizona and New Mexico and Utah
From this reading DRIVING A BARGAIN And why was this debate between the American and the Navajos so stubborn and tedious?
not one and not the other of two
From this reading When two shrewd men are each determined to drive the best bargain he can, and neither trusts the other, the diplomacy between a frontiersman and a redskin may be as lengthy as if it were between rival ambassadors of contending empires.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading In their secret hearts both Stephens and Mahletonkwa were anxious to come to an understanding, but each thought it politic to simulate comparative indifference, and not to give any advantage to his opponent by betraying undue eagerness.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading When two shrewd men are each determined to drive the best bargain he can, and neither trusts the other, the diplomacy between a frontiersman and a redskin may be as lengthy as if it were between rival ambassadors of contending empires.
from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)
From this reading Granted that, he was willing to promise fair compensation for the Navajo who had been slain, and amnesty for the subsequent outrage of carrying off the girl; and also he was ready in person to guarantee these terms.
opponentnounUS /əˈpoʊnənt/
a contestant that you are matched against
From this reading In their secret hearts both Stephens and Mahletonkwa were anxious to come to an understanding, but each thought it politic to simulate comparative indifference, and not to give any advantage to his opponent by betraying undue eagerness.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading When two shrewd men are each determined to drive the best bargain he can, and neither trusts the other, the diplomacy between a frontiersman and a redskin may be as lengthy as if it were between rival ambassadors of contending empires.
outragenounUS /ˈaʊtreɪdʒ/
a feeling of righteous anger
From this reading Granted that, he was willing to promise fair compensation for the Navajo who had been slain, and amnesty for the subsequent outrage of carrying off the girl; and also he was ready in person to guarantee these terms.
outsetnounUS /ˈaʊtset/
the time at which something is supposed to begin
From this reading Stephens demanded at the outset the immediate restoration of the captive to her father, safe and sound.
a human being
From this reading Granted that, he was willing to promise fair compensation for the Navajo who had been slain, and amnesty for the subsequent outrage of carrying off the girl; and also he was ready in person to guarantee these terms.
politicadjectiveUS /ˈpɑːlətɪk/
marked by artful prudence, expedience, and shrewdness
From this reading In their secret hearts both Stephens and Mahletonkwa were anxious to come to an understanding, but each thought it politic to simulate comparative indifference, and not to give any advantage to his opponent by betraying undue eagerness.
make a promise or commitment
From this reading Granted that, he was willing to promise fair compensation for the Navajo who had been slain, and amnesty for the subsequent outrage of carrying off the girl; and also he was ready in person to guarantee these terms.
completely prepared or in condition for immediate action or use or progress
From this reading Granted that, he was willing to promise fair compensation for the Navajo who had been slain, and amnesty for the subsequent outrage of carrying off the girl; and also he was ready in person to guarantee these terms.
redskinnounUS /ˈredskɪn/
(slang) offensive term for Native Americans
From this reading When two shrewd men are each determined to drive the best bargain he can, and neither trusts the other, the diplomacy between a frontiersman and a redskin may be as lengthy as if it were between rival ambassadors of contending empires.
restorationnounUS /ˌrestərˈeɪʃən/
the reign of Charles II in England; 1660-1685
From this reading Stephens demanded at the outset the immediate restoration of the captive to her father, safe and sound.
rivalverbUS /ˈraɪvəl/
be equal to in quality or ability
From this reading When two shrewd men are each determined to drive the best bargain he can, and neither trusts the other, the diplomacy between a frontiersman and a redskin may be as lengthy as if it were between rival ambassadors of contending empires.
free from danger or the risk of harm
From this reading Stephens demanded at the outset the immediate restoration of the captive to her father, safe and sound.
Something that is kept or meant to be kept unknown or unseen by others.
From this reading In their secret hearts both Stephens and Mahletonkwa were anxious to come to an understanding, but each thought it politic to simulate comparative indifference, and not to give any advantage to his opponent by betraying undue eagerness.
shrewdadjectiveUS /ʃruːd/
marked by practical hardheaded intelligence
From this reading When two shrewd men are each determined to drive the best bargain he can, and neither trusts the other, the diplomacy between a frontiersman and a redskin may be as lengthy as if it were between rival ambassadors of contending empires.
simulateverbUS /ˈsɪmjələt/
reproduce someone's behavior or looks
From this reading In their secret hearts both Stephens and Mahletonkwa were anxious to come to an understanding, but each thought it politic to simulate comparative indifference, and not to give any advantage to his opponent by betraying undue eagerness.
slainnounUS /sleɪn/
people who have been slain (as in battle)
From this reading Granted that, he was willing to promise fair compensation for the Navajo who had been slain, and amnesty for the subsequent outrage of carrying off the girl; and also he was ready in person to guarantee these terms.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading DRIVING A BARGAIN And why was this debate between the American and the Navajos so stubborn and tedious?
the particular auditory effect produced by a given cause
From this reading Stephens demanded at the outset the immediate restoration of the captive to her father, safe and sound.
StephensnounUS /ˈstiːvənz/
plural of “stephen” — English writer (1832-1904)
From this reading In their secret hearts both Stephens and Mahletonkwa were anxious to come to an understanding, but each thought it politic to simulate comparative indifference, and not to give any advantage to his opponent by betraying undue eagerness.
stubbornadjectiveUS /ˈstʌbərn/
tenaciously unwilling or marked by tenacious unwillingness to yield
From this reading DRIVING A BARGAIN And why was this debate between the American and the Navajos so stubborn and tedious?
subsequentadjectiveUS /ˈsʌbsəkwənt/
following in time or order
From this reading Granted that, he was willing to promise fair compensation for the Navajo who had been slain, and amnesty for the subsequent outrage of carrying off the girl; and also he was ready in person to guarantee these terms.
tediousadjectiveUS /ˈtiːdiəs/
so lacking in interest as to cause mental weariness
From this reading DRIVING A BARGAIN And why was this debate between the American and the Navajos so stubborn and tedious?
status with respect to the relations between people or groups
From this reading Granted that, he was willing to promise fair compensation for the Navajo who had been slain, and amnesty for the subsequent outrage of carrying off the girl; and also he was ready in person to guarantee these terms.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Granted that, he was willing to promise fair compensation for the Navajo who had been slain, and amnesty for the subsequent outrage of carrying off the girl; and also he was ready in person to guarantee these terms.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading DRIVING A BARGAIN And why was this debate between the American and the Navajos so stubborn and tedious?
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading In their secret hearts both Stephens and Mahletonkwa were anxious to come to an understanding, but each thought it politic to simulate comparative indifference, and not to give any advantage to his opponent by betraying undue eagerness.
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading Granted that, he was willing to promise fair compensation for the Navajo who had been slain, and amnesty for the subsequent outrage of carrying off the girl; and also he was ready in person to guarantee these terms.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading DRIVING A BARGAIN And why was this debate between the American and the Navajos so stubborn and tedious?
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading In their secret hearts both Stephens and Mahletonkwa were anxious to come to an understanding, but each thought it politic to simulate comparative indifference, and not to give any advantage to his opponent by betraying undue eagerness.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading When two shrewd men are each determined to drive the best bargain he can, and neither trusts the other, the diplomacy between a frontiersman and a redskin may be as lengthy as if it were between rival ambassadors of contending empires.
trustsnounUS /trʌsts/
plural of “trust” — something (as property) held by one party (the trustee) for the benefit of another (the beneficiary)
From this reading When two shrewd men are each determined to drive the best bargain he can, and neither trusts the other, the diplomacy between a frontiersman and a redskin may be as lengthy as if it were between rival ambassadors of contending empires.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading When two shrewd men are each determined to drive the best bargain he can, and neither trusts the other, the diplomacy between a frontiersman and a redskin may be as lengthy as if it were between rival ambassadors of contending empires.
the cognitive condition of someone who understands
From this reading In their secret hearts both Stephens and Mahletonkwa were anxious to come to an understanding, but each thought it politic to simulate comparative indifference, and not to give any advantage to his opponent by betraying undue eagerness.
undueadjectiveUS /ənˈduː/
not yet payable
From this reading In their secret hearts both Stephens and Mahletonkwa were anxious to come to an understanding, but each thought it politic to simulate comparative indifference, and not to give any advantage to his opponent by betraying undue eagerness.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading DRIVING A BARGAIN And why was this debate between the American and the Navajos so stubborn and tedious?
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading When two shrewd men are each determined to drive the best bargain he can, and neither trusts the other, the diplomacy between a frontiersman and a redskin may be as lengthy as if it were between rival ambassadors of contending empires.
at the time that
From this reading When two shrewd men are each determined to drive the best bargain he can, and neither trusts the other, the diplomacy between a frontiersman and a redskin may be as lengthy as if it were between rival ambassadors of contending empires.
which person or people
From this reading Granted that, he was willing to promise fair compensation for the Navajo who had been slain, and amnesty for the subsequent outrage of carrying off the girl; and also he was ready in person to guarantee these terms.
the cause or intention underlying an action or situation, especially in the phrase “the whys and wherefores”
From this reading DRIVING A BARGAIN And why was this debate between the American and the Navajos so stubborn and tedious?
disposed or inclined toward
From this reading Granted that, he was willing to promise fair compensation for the Navajo who had been slain, and amnesty for the subsequent outrage of carrying off the girl; and also he was ready in person to guarantee these terms.
