used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading THE IMPOSSIBLE HAPPENS The girls and their chaperon continued their staring.
Ann
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From this reading "I hope not," faltered Miss Jenny Ann, "but you know it is very unfortunate for us to make enemies of the men whom we intend to ask to help us by interfering with their prisoner.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading "I don't suppose there is any danger if the man inside the house simply writes to tell us why he is imprisoned there," protested Madge, trying to help the situation for her chum.
make a request or demand for something to somebody
From this reading "I hope not," faltered Miss Jenny Ann, "but you know it is very unfortunate for us to make enemies of the men whom we intend to ask to help us by interfering with their prisoner.
a commercial or industrial enterprise and the people who constitute it
From this reading What possible business have we with the misfortunes of this total stranger?"
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading "I hope not," faltered Miss Jenny Ann, "but you know it is very unfortunate for us to make enemies of the men whom we intend to ask to help us by interfering with their prisoner.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading "I hope not," faltered Miss Jenny Ann, "but you know it is very unfortunate for us to make enemies of the men whom we intend to ask to help us by interfering with their prisoner.
with self-possession (especially in times of stress)
From this reading Jeff calmly waited on the roof, with his kite held in his hand.
chaperonnoun
one who accompanies and supervises a young woman or gatherings of young people
From this reading THE IMPOSSIBLE HAPPENS The girls and their chaperon continued their staring.
chumnounUS /tʃʌm/
a close friend who accompanies his buddies in their activities
From this reading "I don't suppose there is any danger if the man inside the house simply writes to tell us why he is imprisoned there," protested Madge, trying to help the situation for her chum.
without stop or interruption
From this reading THE IMPOSSIBLE HAPPENS The girls and their chaperon continued their staring.
the condition of being susceptible to harm or injury
From this reading "I don't suppose there is any danger if the man inside the house simply writes to tell us why he is imprisoned there," protested Madge, trying to help the situation for her chum.
don't
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From this reading "I don't suppose there is any danger if the man inside the house simply writes to tell us why he is imprisoned there," protested Madge, trying to help the situation for her chum.
plural of “enemy” — an opposing military force
From this reading "I hope not," faltered Miss Jenny Ann, "but you know it is very unfortunate for us to make enemies of the men whom we intend to ask to help us by interfering with their prisoner.
falteredverbUS /ˈfɑːltərd/
past form of “falter” — be unsure or weak
From this reading "I hope not," faltered Miss Jenny Ann, "but you know it is very unfortunate for us to make enemies of the men whom we intend to ask to help us by interfering with their prisoner.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading "I don't suppose there is any danger if the man inside the house simply writes to tell us why he is imprisoned there," protested Madge, trying to help the situation for her chum.
plural of “girl” — a young female
From this reading THE IMPOSSIBLE HAPPENS The girls and their chaperon continued their staring.
the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb
From this reading Jeff calmly waited on the roof, with his kite held in his hand.
third-person singular of “happen” — come to pass
From this reading THE IMPOSSIBLE HAPPENS The girls and their chaperon continued their staring.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading What possible business have we with the misfortunes of this total stranger?"
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading "I don't suppose there is any danger if the man inside the house simply writes to tell us why he is imprisoned there," protested Madge, trying to help the situation for her chum.
occupied or in the control of; often used in combination
From this reading Jeff calmly waited on the roof, with his kite held in his hand.
give help or assistance; be of service
From this reading "I don't suppose there is any danger if the man inside the house simply writes to tell us why he is imprisoned there," protested Madge, trying to help the situation for her chum.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading "I don't suppose there is any danger if the man inside the house simply writes to tell us why he is imprisoned there," protested Madge, trying to help the situation for her chum.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Jeff calmly waited on the roof, with his kite held in his hand.
a specific instance of feeling hopeful
From this reading "I hope not," faltered Miss Jenny Ann, "but you know it is very unfortunate for us to make enemies of the men whom we intend to ask to help us by interfering with their prisoner.
a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families
From this reading "I don't suppose there is any danger if the man inside the house simply writes to tell us why he is imprisoned there," protested Madge, trying to help the situation for her chum.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading "I don't suppose there is any danger if the man inside the house simply writes to tell us why he is imprisoned there," protested Madge, trying to help the situation for her chum.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading "I don't suppose there is any danger if the man inside the house simply writes to tell us why he is imprisoned there," protested Madge, trying to help the situation for her chum.
not capable of occurring or being accomplished or dealt with
From this reading THE IMPOSSIBLE HAPPENS The girls and their chaperon continued their staring.
imprisonedadjectiveUS /ˌɪmˈprɪzənd/
being in captivity
From this reading "I don't suppose there is any danger if the man inside the house simply writes to tell us why he is imprisoned there," protested Madge, trying to help the situation for her chum.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Jeff calmly waited on the roof, with his kite held in his hand.
relating to or being on the side closer to the center or within a defined space
From this reading "I don't suppose there is any danger if the man inside the house simply writes to tell us why he is imprisoned there," protested Madge, trying to help the situation for her chum.
have in mind as a purpose
From this reading "I hope not," faltered Miss Jenny Ann, "but you know it is very unfortunate for us to make enemies of the men whom we intend to ask to help us by interfering with their prisoner.
interferingadjectiveUS /ˌɪntərˈfɪrɪŋ/
intrusive in a meddling or offensive manner
From this reading "I hope not," faltered Miss Jenny Ann, "but you know it is very unfortunate for us to make enemies of the men whom we intend to ask to help us by interfering with their prisoner.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading "I don't suppose there is any danger if the man inside the house simply writes to tell us why he is imprisoned there," protested Madge, trying to help the situation for her chum.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading "I hope not," faltered Miss Jenny Ann, "but you know it is very unfortunate for us to make enemies of the men whom we intend to ask to help us by interfering with their prisoner.
Jeff
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Jeff calmly waited on the roof, with his kite held in his hand.
JennynounUS /ˈdʒeni/
United States architect who designed the first skyscraper in which a metal skeleton was used (1832-1907)
From this reading "I hope not," faltered Miss Jenny Ann, "but you know it is very unfortunate for us to make enemies of the men whom we intend to ask to help us by interfering with their prisoner.
kitenounUS /kaɪt/
a bank check that has been fraudulently altered to increase its face value
From this reading Jeff calmly waited on the roof, with his kite held in his hand.
be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading "I hope not," faltered Miss Jenny Ann, "but you know it is very unfortunate for us to make enemies of the men whom we intend to ask to help us by interfering with their prisoner.
Madge
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From this reading "I don't suppose there is any danger if the man inside the house simply writes to tell us why he is imprisoned there," protested Madge, trying to help the situation for her chum.
engage in
From this reading "I hope not," faltered Miss Jenny Ann, "but you know it is very unfortunate for us to make enemies of the men whom we intend to ask to help us by interfering with their prisoner.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading "I don't suppose there is any danger if the man inside the house simply writes to tell us why he is imprisoned there," protested Madge, trying to help the situation for her chum.
the force of workers available
From this reading "I hope not," faltered Miss Jenny Ann, "but you know it is very unfortunate for us to make enemies of the men whom we intend to ask to help us by interfering with their prisoner.
misfortunesnounUS /mɪˈsfɔːrtʃənz/
plural of “misfortune” — unnecessary and unforeseen trouble resulting from an unfortunate event
From this reading What possible business have we with the misfortunes of this total stranger?"
fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind
From this reading "I hope not," faltered Miss Jenny Ann, "but you know it is very unfortunate for us to make enemies of the men whom we intend to ask to help us by interfering with their prisoner.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading "I hope not," faltered Miss Jenny Ann, "but you know it is very unfortunate for us to make enemies of the men whom we intend to ask to help us by interfering with their prisoner.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading "I hope not," faltered Miss Jenny Ann, "but you know it is very unfortunate for us to make enemies of the men whom we intend to ask to help us by interfering with their prisoner.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Jeff calmly waited on the roof, with his kite held in his hand.
capable of happening or existing
From this reading What possible business have we with the misfortunes of this total stranger?"
a person who is confined; especially a prisoner of war
From this reading "I hope not," faltered Miss Jenny Ann, "but you know it is very unfortunate for us to make enemies of the men whom we intend to ask to help us by interfering with their prisoner.
protestedverbUS /prəˈtestɪd/
past form of “protest” — utter words of protest
From this reading "I don't suppose there is any danger if the man inside the house simply writes to tell us why he is imprisoned there," protested Madge, trying to help the situation for her chum.
a protective covering that covers or forms the top of a building
From this reading Jeff calmly waited on the roof, with his kite held in his hand.
and nothing more
From this reading "I don't suppose there is any danger if the man inside the house simply writes to tell us why he is imprisoned there," protested Madge, trying to help the situation for her chum.
the general state of things; the combination of circumstances at a given time
From this reading "I don't suppose there is any danger if the man inside the house simply writes to tell us why he is imprisoned there," protested Madge, trying to help the situation for her chum.
(used of eyes) open and fixed as if in fear or wonder
From this reading THE IMPOSSIBLE HAPPENS The girls and their chaperon continued their staring.
anyone who does not belong in the environment in which they are found
From this reading What possible business have we with the misfortunes of this total stranger?"
express a supposition
From this reading "I don't suppose there is any danger if the man inside the house simply writes to tell us why he is imprisoned there," protested Madge, trying to help the situation for her chum.
express in words
From this reading "I don't suppose there is any danger if the man inside the house simply writes to tell us why he is imprisoned there," protested Madge, trying to help the situation for her chum.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE IMPOSSIBLE HAPPENS The girls and their chaperon continued their staring.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading THE IMPOSSIBLE HAPPENS The girls and their chaperon continued their staring.
in or at that place or location
From this reading "I don't suppose there is any danger if the man inside the house simply writes to tell us why he is imprisoned there," protested Madge, trying to help the situation for her chum.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading What possible business have we with the misfortunes of this total stranger?"
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading "I don't suppose there is any danger if the man inside the house simply writes to tell us why he is imprisoned there," protested Madge, trying to help the situation for her chum.
totalverbUS /ˈtoʊtəl/
add up in number or quantity
From this reading What possible business have we with the misfortunes of this total stranger?"
hard to endure
From this reading "I don't suppose there is any danger if the man inside the house simply writes to tell us why he is imprisoned there," protested Madge, trying to help the situation for her chum.
not favored by fortune; marked or accompanied by or resulting in ill fortune
From this reading "I hope not," faltered Miss Jenny Ann, "but you know it is very unfortunate for us to make enemies of the men whom we intend to ask to help us by interfering with their prisoner.
the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading "I don't suppose there is any danger if the man inside the house simply writes to tell us why he is imprisoned there," protested Madge, trying to help the situation for her chum.
precisely as stated
From this reading "I hope not," faltered Miss Jenny Ann, "but you know it is very unfortunate for us to make enemies of the men whom we intend to ask to help us by interfering with their prisoner.
past form of “wait” — stay in one place and anticipate or expect something
From this reading Jeff calmly waited on the roof, with his kite held in his hand.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading "I hope not," faltered Miss Jenny Ann, "but you know it is very unfortunate for us to make enemies of the men whom we intend to ask to help us by interfering with their prisoner.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading What possible business have we with the misfortunes of this total stranger?"
the form of “who” used as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading "I hope not," faltered Miss Jenny Ann, "but you know it is very unfortunate for us to make enemies of the men whom we intend to ask to help us by interfering with their prisoner.
the cause or intention underlying an action or situation, especially in the phrase “the whys and wherefores”
From this reading "I don't suppose there is any danger if the man inside the house simply writes to tell us why he is imprisoned there," protested Madge, trying to help the situation for her chum.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Jeff calmly waited on the roof, with his kite held in his hand.
writesverbUS /raɪts/
third-person singular of “write” — produce a literary work
From this reading "I don't suppose there is any danger if the man inside the house simply writes to tell us why he is imprisoned there," protested Madge, trying to help the situation for her chum.
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading "I hope not," faltered Miss Jenny Ann, "but you know it is very unfortunate for us to make enemies of the men whom we intend to ask to help us by interfering with their prisoner.
