Chapter XI

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

From this reading BOJO BUTTS IN Sunday the four were accustomed to lounge through the morning and saunter down the Avenue for a late luncheon at the Brevoort.

commonly used or practiced; usual

From this reading BOJO BUTTS IN Sunday the four were accustomed to lounge through the morning and saunter down the Avenue for a late luncheon at the Brevoort.

have an effect upon

From this reading On the present date, Granning was stretched on the window-seat re-reading a favorite novel of Dumas, Bojo and Marsh pulling at their pipes in a deep discussion of an important rumor which might considerably affect the downward progress of Pittsburgh & New Orleans--a possible investigation by certain Southern States which was the talk of the office--while Fred at the piano was replaying by ear melodies from last night's comic opera, when the telephone rang.

(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but

From this reading Bojo did as commanded, saying almost immediately:

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading On the present date, Granning was stretched on the window-seat re-reading a favorite novel of Dumas, Bojo and Marsh pulling at their pipes in a deep discussion of an important rumor which might considerably affect the downward progress of Pittsburgh & New Orleans--a possible investigation by certain Southern States which was the talk of the office--while Fred at the piano was replaying by ear melodies from last night's comic opera, when the telephone rang.

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

From this reading BOJO BUTTS IN Sunday the four were accustomed to lounge through the morning and saunter down the Avenue for a late luncheon at the Brevoort.

react verbally

From this reading "You answer it, Bojo," said DeLancy, "and hist, be cautious!"

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading Bojo did as commanded, saying almost immediately:

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading BOJO BUTTS IN Sunday the four were accustomed to lounge through the morning and saunter down the Avenue for a late luncheon at the Brevoort.

a line of approach

From this reading BOJO BUTTS IN Sunday the four were accustomed to lounge through the morning and saunter down the Avenue for a late luncheon at the Brevoort.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading "You answer it, Bojo," said DeLancy, "and hist, be cautious!"

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

From this reading BOJO BUTTS IN Sunday the four were accustomed to lounge through the morning and saunter down the Avenue for a late luncheon at the Brevoort.

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

From this reading BOJO BUTTS IN Sunday the four were accustomed to lounge through the morning and saunter down the Avenue for a late luncheon at the Brevoort.

plural of “butt” — thick end of the handle

From this reading BOJO BUTTS IN Sunday the four were accustomed to lounge through the morning and saunter down the Avenue for a late luncheon at the Brevoort.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading On the present date, Granning was stretched on the window-seat re-reading a favorite novel of Dumas, Bojo and Marsh pulling at their pipes in a deep discussion of an important rumor which might considerably affect the downward progress of Pittsburgh & New Orleans--a possible investigation by certain Southern States which was the talk of the office--while Fred at the piano was replaying by ear melodies from last night's comic opera, when the telephone rang.

showing careful forethought

From this reading "You answer it, Bojo," said DeLancy, "and hist, be cautious!"

definite but not specified or identified

From this reading On the present date, Granning was stretched on the window-seat re-reading a favorite novel of Dumas, Bojo and Marsh pulling at their pipes in a deep discussion of an important rumor which might considerably affect the downward progress of Pittsburgh & New Orleans--a possible investigation by certain Southern States which was the talk of the office--while Fred at the piano was replaying by ear melodies from last night's comic opera, when the telephone rang.

arousing or provoking laughter

From this reading On the present date, Granning was stretched on the window-seat re-reading a favorite novel of Dumas, Bojo and Marsh pulling at their pipes in a deep discussion of an important rumor which might considerably affect the downward progress of Pittsburgh & New Orleans--a possible investigation by certain Southern States which was the talk of the office--while Fred at the piano was replaying by ear melodies from last night's comic opera, when the telephone rang.

past form of “command” — be in command of

From this reading Bojo did as commanded, saying almost immediately:

to a great extent or degree

From this reading On the present date, Granning was stretched on the window-seat re-reading a favorite novel of Dumas, Bojo and Marsh pulling at their pipes in a deep discussion of an important rumor which might considerably affect the downward progress of Pittsburgh & New Orleans--a possible investigation by certain Southern States which was the talk of the office--while Fred at the piano was replaying by ear melodies from last night's comic opera, when the telephone rang.

the specified day of the month

From this reading On the present date, Granning was stretched on the window-seat re-reading a favorite novel of Dumas, Bojo and Marsh pulling at their pipes in a deep discussion of an important rumor which might considerably affect the downward progress of Pittsburgh & New Orleans--a possible investigation by certain Southern States which was the talk of the office--while Fred at the piano was replaying by ear melodies from last night's comic opera, when the telephone rang.

relatively deep or strong; affecting one deeply

From this reading On the present date, Granning was stretched on the window-seat re-reading a favorite novel of Dumas, Bojo and Marsh pulling at their pipes in a deep discussion of an important rumor which might considerably affect the downward progress of Pittsburgh & New Orleans--a possible investigation by certain Southern States which was the talk of the office--while Fred at the piano was replaying by ear melodies from last night's comic opera, when the telephone rang.

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

From this reading "You answer it, Bojo," said DeLancy, "and hist, be cautious!"

the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives

From this reading Bojo did as commanded, saying almost immediately:

an extended communication (often interactive) dealing with some particular topic

From this reading On the present date, Granning was stretched on the window-seat re-reading a favorite novel of Dumas, Bojo and Marsh pulling at their pipes in a deep discussion of an important rumor which might considerably affect the downward progress of Pittsburgh & New Orleans--a possible investigation by certain Southern States which was the talk of the office--while Fred at the piano was replaying by ear melodies from last night's comic opera, when the telephone rang.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading BOJO BUTTS IN Sunday the four were accustomed to lounge through the morning and saunter down the Avenue for a late luncheon at the Brevoort.

extending or moving from a higher to a lower place

From this reading On the present date, Granning was stretched on the window-seat re-reading a favorite novel of Dumas, Bojo and Marsh pulling at their pipes in a deep discussion of an important rumor which might considerably affect the downward progress of Pittsburgh & New Orleans--a possible investigation by certain Southern States which was the talk of the office--while Fred at the piano was replaying by ear melodies from last night's comic opera, when the telephone rang.

French writer remembered for his swashbuckling historical tales (1802-1870)

From this reading On the present date, Granning was stretched on the window-seat re-reading a favorite novel of Dumas, Bojo and Marsh pulling at their pipes in a deep discussion of an important rumor which might considerably affect the downward progress of Pittsburgh & New Orleans--a possible investigation by certain Southern States which was the talk of the office--while Fred at the piano was replaying by ear melodies from last night's comic opera, when the telephone rang.

the sense organ for hearing and equilibrium

From this reading On the present date, Granning was stretched on the window-seat re-reading a favorite novel of Dumas, Bojo and Marsh pulling at their pipes in a deep discussion of an important rumor which might considerably affect the downward progress of Pittsburgh & New Orleans--a possible investigation by certain Southern States which was the talk of the office--while Fred at the piano was replaying by ear melodies from last night's comic opera, when the telephone rang.

something regarded with special favor or liking

From this reading On the present date, Granning was stretched on the window-seat re-reading a favorite novel of Dumas, Bojo and Marsh pulling at their pipes in a deep discussion of an important rumor which might considerably affect the downward progress of Pittsburgh & New Orleans--a possible investigation by certain Southern States which was the talk of the office--while Fred at the piano was replaying by ear melodies from last night's comic opera, when the telephone rang.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading BOJO BUTTS IN Sunday the four were accustomed to lounge through the morning and saunter down the Avenue for a late luncheon at the Brevoort.

the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one

From this reading BOJO BUTTS IN Sunday the four were accustomed to lounge through the morning and saunter down the Avenue for a late luncheon at the Brevoort.

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

From this reading On the present date, Granning was stretched on the window-seat re-reading a favorite novel of Dumas, Bojo and Marsh pulling at their pipes in a deep discussion of an important rumor which might considerably affect the downward progress of Pittsburgh & New Orleans--a possible investigation by certain Southern States which was the talk of the office--while Fred at the piano was replaying by ear melodies from last night's comic opera, when the telephone rang.

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

From this reading "Party for you, Freddie."

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading On the present date, Granning was stretched on the window-seat re-reading a favorite novel of Dumas, Bojo and Marsh pulling at their pipes in a deep discussion of an important rumor which might considerably affect the downward progress of Pittsburgh & New Orleans--a possible investigation by certain Southern States which was the talk of the office--while Fred at the piano was replaying by ear melodies from last night's comic opera, when the telephone rang.

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

From this reading On the present date, Granning was stretched on the window-seat re-reading a favorite novel of Dumas, Bojo and Marsh pulling at their pipes in a deep discussion of an important rumor which might considerably affect the downward progress of Pittsburgh & New Orleans--a possible investigation by certain Southern States which was the talk of the office--while Fred at the piano was replaying by ear melodies from last night's comic opera, when the telephone rang.

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

From this reading "You answer it, Bojo," said DeLancy, "and hist, be cautious!"

without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening

From this reading Bojo did as commanded, saying almost immediately:

of great significance or value

From this reading On the present date, Granning was stretched on the window-seat re-reading a favorite novel of Dumas, Bojo and Marsh pulling at their pipes in a deep discussion of an important rumor which might considerably affect the downward progress of Pittsburgh & New Orleans--a possible investigation by certain Southern States which was the talk of the office--while Fred at the piano was replaying by ear melodies from last night's comic opera, when the telephone rang.

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

From this reading BOJO BUTTS IN Sunday the four were accustomed to lounge through the morning and saunter down the Avenue for a late luncheon at the Brevoort.

an inquiry into unfamiliar or questionable activities

From this reading On the present date, Granning was stretched on the window-seat re-reading a favorite novel of Dumas, Bojo and Marsh pulling at their pipes in a deep discussion of an important rumor which might considerably affect the downward progress of Pittsburgh & New Orleans--a possible investigation by certain Southern States which was the talk of the office--while Fred at the piano was replaying by ear melodies from last night's comic opera, when the telephone rang.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading "You answer it, Bojo," said DeLancy, "and hist, be cautious!"

immediately past

From this reading On the present date, Granning was stretched on the window-seat re-reading a favorite novel of Dumas, Bojo and Marsh pulling at their pipes in a deep discussion of an important rumor which might considerably affect the downward progress of Pittsburgh & New Orleans--a possible investigation by certain Southern States which was the talk of the office--while Fred at the piano was replaying by ear melodies from last night's comic opera, when the telephone rang.

being or occurring at an advanced period of time or after a usual or expected time

From this reading BOJO BUTTS IN Sunday the four were accustomed to lounge through the morning and saunter down the Avenue for a late luncheon at the Brevoort.

sit or recline comfortably

From this reading BOJO BUTTS IN Sunday the four were accustomed to lounge through the morning and saunter down the Avenue for a late luncheon at the Brevoort.

a midday meal

From this reading BOJO BUTTS IN Sunday the four were accustomed to lounge through the morning and saunter down the Avenue for a late luncheon at the Brevoort.

low-lying wet land with grassy vegetation; usually is a transition zone between land and water

From this reading On the present date, Granning was stretched on the window-seat re-reading a favorite novel of Dumas, Bojo and Marsh pulling at their pipes in a deep discussion of an important rumor which might considerably affect the downward progress of Pittsburgh & New Orleans--a possible investigation by certain Southern States which was the talk of the office--while Fred at the piano was replaying by ear melodies from last night's comic opera, when the telephone rang.

plural of “melody” — a succession of notes forming a distinctive sequence

From this reading On the present date, Granning was stretched on the window-seat re-reading a favorite novel of Dumas, Bojo and Marsh pulling at their pipes in a deep discussion of an important rumor which might considerably affect the downward progress of Pittsburgh & New Orleans--a possible investigation by certain Southern States which was the talk of the office--while Fred at the piano was replaying by ear melodies from last night's comic opera, when the telephone rang.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading On the present date, Granning was stretched on the window-seat re-reading a favorite novel of Dumas, Bojo and Marsh pulling at their pipes in a deep discussion of an important rumor which might considerably affect the downward progress of Pittsburgh & New Orleans--a possible investigation by certain Southern States which was the talk of the office--while Fred at the piano was replaying by ear melodies from last night's comic opera, when the telephone rang.

the time period between dawn and noon

From this reading BOJO BUTTS IN Sunday the four were accustomed to lounge through the morning and saunter down the Avenue for a late luncheon at the Brevoort.

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

From this reading On the present date, Granning was stretched on the window-seat re-reading a favorite novel of Dumas, Bojo and Marsh pulling at their pipes in a deep discussion of an important rumor which might considerably affect the downward progress of Pittsburgh & New Orleans--a possible investigation by certain Southern States which was the talk of the office--while Fred at the piano was replaying by ear melodies from last night's comic opera, when the telephone rang.

possessive form of “night” — the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside

From this reading On the present date, Granning was stretched on the window-seat re-reading a favorite novel of Dumas, Bojo and Marsh pulling at their pipes in a deep discussion of an important rumor which might considerably affect the downward progress of Pittsburgh & New Orleans--a possible investigation by certain Southern States which was the talk of the office--while Fred at the piano was replaying by ear melodies from last night's comic opera, when the telephone rang.

an extended fictional work in prose; usually in the form of a story

From this reading On the present date, Granning was stretched on the window-seat re-reading a favorite novel of Dumas, Bojo and Marsh pulling at their pipes in a deep discussion of an important rumor which might considerably affect the downward progress of Pittsburgh & New Orleans--a possible investigation by certain Southern States which was the talk of the office--while Fred at the piano was replaying by ear melodies from last night's comic opera, when the telephone rang.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading On the present date, Granning was stretched on the window-seat re-reading a favorite novel of Dumas, Bojo and Marsh pulling at their pipes in a deep discussion of an important rumor which might considerably affect the downward progress of Pittsburgh & New Orleans--a possible investigation by certain Southern States which was the talk of the office--while Fred at the piano was replaying by ear melodies from last night's comic opera, when the telephone rang.

place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed

From this reading On the present date, Granning was stretched on the window-seat re-reading a favorite novel of Dumas, Bojo and Marsh pulling at their pipes in a deep discussion of an important rumor which might considerably affect the downward progress of Pittsburgh & New Orleans--a possible investigation by certain Southern States which was the talk of the office--while Fred at the piano was replaying by ear melodies from last night's comic opera, when the telephone rang.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading On the present date, Granning was stretched on the window-seat re-reading a favorite novel of Dumas, Bojo and Marsh pulling at their pipes in a deep discussion of an important rumor which might considerably affect the downward progress of Pittsburgh & New Orleans--a possible investigation by certain Southern States which was the talk of the office--while Fred at the piano was replaying by ear melodies from last night's comic opera, when the telephone rang.

a drama set to music; consists of singing with orchestral accompaniment and an orchestral overture and interludes

From this reading On the present date, Granning was stretched on the window-seat re-reading a favorite novel of Dumas, Bojo and Marsh pulling at their pipes in a deep discussion of an important rumor which might considerably affect the downward progress of Pittsburgh & New Orleans--a possible investigation by certain Southern States which was the talk of the office--while Fred at the piano was replaying by ear melodies from last night's comic opera, when the telephone rang.

a city on the Loire river in north central France; site of the siege of Orleans by the English (1428-1429)

From this reading On the present date, Granning was stretched on the window-seat re-reading a favorite novel of Dumas, Bojo and Marsh pulling at their pipes in a deep discussion of an important rumor which might considerably affect the downward progress of Pittsburgh & New Orleans--a possible investigation by certain Southern States which was the talk of the office--while Fred at the piano was replaying by ear melodies from last night's comic opera, when the telephone rang.

an organization to gain political power

From this reading "Party for you, Freddie."

a keyboard instrument that is played by depressing keys that cause hammers to strike tuned strings and produce sounds

From this reading On the present date, Granning was stretched on the window-seat re-reading a favorite novel of Dumas, Bojo and Marsh pulling at their pipes in a deep discussion of an important rumor which might considerably affect the downward progress of Pittsburgh & New Orleans--a possible investigation by certain Southern States which was the talk of the office--while Fred at the piano was replaying by ear melodies from last night's comic opera, when the telephone rang.

plural of “pipe” — a tube with a small bowl at one end; used for smoking tobacco

From this reading On the present date, Granning was stretched on the window-seat re-reading a favorite novel of Dumas, Bojo and Marsh pulling at their pipes in a deep discussion of an important rumor which might considerably affect the downward progress of Pittsburgh & New Orleans--a possible investigation by certain Southern States which was the talk of the office--while Fred at the piano was replaying by ear melodies from last night's comic opera, when the telephone rang.

a city in southwestern Pennsylvania where the confluence of the Allegheny River and Monongahela River forms the Ohio River; long an important urban industrial area; site of Carnegie Mellon University and the University of Pittsburgh

From this reading On the present date, Granning was stretched on the window-seat re-reading a favorite novel of Dumas, Bojo and Marsh pulling at their pipes in a deep discussion of an important rumor which might considerably affect the downward progress of Pittsburgh & New Orleans--a possible investigation by certain Southern States which was the talk of the office--while Fred at the piano was replaying by ear melodies from last night's comic opera, when the telephone rang.

capable of happening or existing

From this reading On the present date, Granning was stretched on the window-seat re-reading a favorite novel of Dumas, Bojo and Marsh pulling at their pipes in a deep discussion of an important rumor which might considerably affect the downward progress of Pittsburgh & New Orleans--a possible investigation by certain Southern States which was the talk of the office--while Fred at the piano was replaying by ear melodies from last night's comic opera, when the telephone rang.

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading On the present date, Granning was stretched on the window-seat re-reading a favorite novel of Dumas, Bojo and Marsh pulling at their pipes in a deep discussion of an important rumor which might considerably affect the downward progress of Pittsburgh & New Orleans--a possible investigation by certain Southern States which was the talk of the office--while Fred at the piano was replaying by ear melodies from last night's comic opera, when the telephone rang.

gradual improvement or growth or development

From this reading On the present date, Granning was stretched on the window-seat re-reading a favorite novel of Dumas, Bojo and Marsh pulling at their pipes in a deep discussion of an important rumor which might considerably affect the downward progress of Pittsburgh & New Orleans--a possible investigation by certain Southern States which was the talk of the office--while Fred at the piano was replaying by ear melodies from last night's comic opera, when the telephone rang.

the act of pulling; applying force to move something toward or with you

From this reading On the present date, Granning was stretched on the window-seat re-reading a favorite novel of Dumas, Bojo and Marsh pulling at their pipes in a deep discussion of an important rumor which might considerably affect the downward progress of Pittsburgh & New Orleans--a possible investigation by certain Southern States which was the talk of the office--while Fred at the piano was replaying by ear melodies from last night's comic opera, when the telephone rang.

inflected form of “ring” — sound loudly and sonorously

From this reading On the present date, Granning was stretched on the window-seat re-reading a favorite novel of Dumas, Bojo and Marsh pulling at their pipes in a deep discussion of an important rumor which might considerably affect the downward progress of Pittsburgh & New Orleans--a possible investigation by certain Southern States which was the talk of the office--while Fred at the piano was replaying by ear melodies from last night's comic opera, when the telephone rang.

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

From this reading On the present date, Granning was stretched on the window-seat re-reading a favorite novel of Dumas, Bojo and Marsh pulling at their pipes in a deep discussion of an important rumor which might considerably affect the downward progress of Pittsburgh & New Orleans--a possible investigation by certain Southern States which was the talk of the office--while Fred at the piano was replaying by ear melodies from last night's comic opera, when the telephone rang.

-ing form of “replay” — reproduce (a recording) on a recorder

From this reading On the present date, Granning was stretched on the window-seat re-reading a favorite novel of Dumas, Bojo and Marsh pulling at their pipes in a deep discussion of an important rumor which might considerably affect the downward progress of Pittsburgh & New Orleans--a possible investigation by certain Southern States which was the talk of the office--while Fred at the piano was replaying by ear melodies from last night's comic opera, when the telephone rang.

gossip (usually a mixture of truth and untruth) passed around by word of mouth

From this reading On the present date, Granning was stretched on the window-seat re-reading a favorite novel of Dumas, Bojo and Marsh pulling at their pipes in a deep discussion of an important rumor which might considerably affect the downward progress of Pittsburgh & New Orleans--a possible investigation by certain Southern States which was the talk of the office--while Fred at the piano was replaying by ear melodies from last night's comic opera, when the telephone rang.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading "You answer it, Bojo," said DeLancy, "and hist, be cautious!"

a careless leisurely gait

From this reading BOJO BUTTS IN Sunday the four were accustomed to lounge through the morning and saunter down the Avenue for a late luncheon at the Brevoort.

a word or phrase that particular people use in particular situations

From this reading Bojo did as commanded, saying almost immediately:

in or characteristic of a region of the United States south of (approximately) the Mason-Dixon line

From this reading On the present date, Granning was stretched on the window-seat re-reading a favorite novel of Dumas, Bojo and Marsh pulling at their pipes in a deep discussion of an important rumor which might considerably affect the downward progress of Pittsburgh & New Orleans--a possible investigation by certain Southern States which was the talk of the office--while Fred at the piano was replaying by ear melodies from last night's comic opera, when the telephone rang.

plural of “state” — the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation

From this reading On the present date, Granning was stretched on the window-seat re-reading a favorite novel of Dumas, Bojo and Marsh pulling at their pipes in a deep discussion of an important rumor which might considerably affect the downward progress of Pittsburgh & New Orleans--a possible investigation by certain Southern States which was the talk of the office--while Fred at the piano was replaying by ear melodies from last night's comic opera, when the telephone rang.

(of muscles) relieved of stiffness by stretching

From this reading On the present date, Granning was stretched on the window-seat re-reading a favorite novel of Dumas, Bojo and Marsh pulling at their pipes in a deep discussion of an important rumor which might considerably affect the downward progress of Pittsburgh & New Orleans--a possible investigation by certain Southern States which was the talk of the office--while Fred at the piano was replaying by ear melodies from last night's comic opera, when the telephone rang.

first day of the week; observed as a day of rest and worship by most Christians

From this reading BOJO BUTTS IN Sunday the four were accustomed to lounge through the morning and saunter down the Avenue for a late luncheon at the Brevoort.

exchange thoughts; talk with

From this reading On the present date, Granning was stretched on the window-seat re-reading a favorite novel of Dumas, Bojo and Marsh pulling at their pipes in a deep discussion of an important rumor which might considerably affect the downward progress of Pittsburgh & New Orleans--a possible investigation by certain Southern States which was the talk of the office--while Fred at the piano was replaying by ear melodies from last night's comic opera, when the telephone rang.

electronic equipment that converts sound into electrical signals that can be transmitted over distances and then converts received signals back into sounds

From this reading On the present date, Granning was stretched on the window-seat re-reading a favorite novel of Dumas, Bojo and Marsh pulling at their pipes in a deep discussion of an important rumor which might considerably affect the downward progress of Pittsburgh & New Orleans--a possible investigation by certain Southern States which was the talk of the office--while Fred at the piano was replaying by ear melodies from last night's comic opera, when the telephone rang.

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

From this reading BOJO BUTTS IN Sunday the four were accustomed to lounge through the morning and saunter down the Avenue for a late luncheon at the Brevoort.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading On the present date, Granning was stretched on the window-seat re-reading a favorite novel of Dumas, Bojo and Marsh pulling at their pipes in a deep discussion of an important rumor which might considerably affect the downward progress of Pittsburgh & New Orleans--a possible investigation by certain Southern States which was the talk of the office--while Fred at the piano was replaying by ear melodies from last night's comic opera, when the telephone rang.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading BOJO BUTTS IN Sunday the four were accustomed to lounge through the morning and saunter down the Avenue for a late luncheon at the Brevoort.

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

From this reading BOJO BUTTS IN Sunday the four were accustomed to lounge through the morning and saunter down the Avenue for a late luncheon at the Brevoort.

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

From this reading On the present date, Granning was stretched on the window-seat re-reading a favorite novel of Dumas, Bojo and Marsh pulling at their pipes in a deep discussion of an important rumor which might considerably affect the downward progress of Pittsburgh & New Orleans--a possible investigation by certain Southern States which was the talk of the office--while Fred at the piano was replaying by ear melodies from last night's comic opera, when the telephone rang.

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading BOJO BUTTS IN Sunday the four were accustomed to lounge through the morning and saunter down the Avenue for a late luncheon at the Brevoort.

at the time that

From this reading On the present date, Granning was stretched on the window-seat re-reading a favorite novel of Dumas, Bojo and Marsh pulling at their pipes in a deep discussion of an important rumor which might considerably affect the downward progress of Pittsburgh & New Orleans--a possible investigation by certain Southern States which was the talk of the office--while Fred at the piano was replaying by ear melodies from last night's comic opera, when the telephone rang.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading On the present date, Granning was stretched on the window-seat re-reading a favorite novel of Dumas, Bojo and Marsh pulling at their pipes in a deep discussion of an important rumor which might considerably affect the downward progress of Pittsburgh & New Orleans--a possible investigation by certain Southern States which was the talk of the office--while Fred at the piano was replaying by ear melodies from last night's comic opera, when the telephone rang.

during the time that

From this reading On the present date, Granning was stretched on the window-seat re-reading a favorite novel of Dumas, Bojo and Marsh pulling at their pipes in a deep discussion of an important rumor which might considerably affect the downward progress of Pittsburgh & New Orleans--a possible investigation by certain Southern States which was the talk of the office--while Fred at the piano was replaying by ear melodies from last night's comic opera, when the telephone rang.

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

From this reading On the present date, Granning was stretched on the window-seat re-reading a favorite novel of Dumas, Bojo and Marsh pulling at their pipes in a deep discussion of an important rumor which might considerably affect the downward progress of Pittsburgh & New Orleans--a possible investigation by certain Southern States which was the talk of the office--while Fred at the piano was replaying by ear melodies from last night's comic opera, when the telephone rang.

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading "You answer it, Bojo," said DeLancy, "and hist, be cautious!"