Chapter VII

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

From this reading Melvin was sure Tommy’s method was wrong, though he could not suggest a satisfactory substitute except to thrash Bosworth until he made amends; while Varrell, though disapproving of poker in general, maintained that in this exceptional case the means were excusable.

gotten through environmental forces

From this reading It happened that Tompkins, who was not bothered by scruples as to his course, was the chief sufferer by it; for additional victims kept turning up with sad tales to have their losses made good by the generous restorer, until Tommy had parted not only with his questionable winnings, but with the surplus of his honestly acquired quarterly allowance as well.

further or added

From this reading It happened that Tompkins, who was not bothered by scruples as to his course, was the chief sufferer by it; for additional victims kept turning up with sad tales to have their losses made good by the generous restorer, until Tommy had parted not only with his questionable winnings, but with the surplus of his honestly acquired quarterly allowance as well.

an amount allowed or granted (as during a given period)

From this reading It happened that Tompkins, who was not bothered by scruples as to his course, was the chief sufferer by it; for additional victims kept turning up with sad tales to have their losses made good by the generous restorer, until Tommy had parted not only with his questionable winnings, but with the surplus of his honestly acquired quarterly allowance as well.

a sum of money paid in compensation for loss or injury

From this reading Melvin was sure Tommy’s method was wrong, though he could not suggest a satisfactory substitute except to thrash Bosworth until he made amends; while Varrell, though disapproving of poker in general, maintained that in this exceptional case the means were excusable.

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

From this reading It happened that Tompkins, who was not bothered by scruples as to his course, was the chief sufferer by it; for additional victims kept turning up with sad tales to have their losses made good by the generous restorer, until Tommy had parted not only with his questionable winnings, but with the surplus of his honestly acquired quarterly allowance as well.

a ball game played with a bat and ball between two teams of nine players; teams take turns at bat trying to score runs

From this reading IN THE BASEBALL CAGE THE poker incident caused repeated discussions between the classmates.

in the space, time, or range separating two things

From this reading IN THE BASEBALL CAGE THE poker incident caused repeated discussions between the classmates.

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From this reading Melvin was sure Tommy’s method was wrong, though he could not suggest a satisfactory substitute except to thrash Bosworth until he made amends; while Varrell, though disapproving of poker in general, maintained that in this exceptional case the means were excusable.

caused to show discomposure

From this reading It happened that Tompkins, who was not bothered by scruples as to his course, was the chief sufferer by it; for additional victims kept turning up with sad tales to have their losses made good by the generous restorer, until Tommy had parted not only with his questionable winnings, but with the surplus of his honestly acquired quarterly allowance as well.

the act of delivering or distributing something (as goods or mail)

From this reading Neither succeeded in bringing the other over to his view.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading It happened that Tompkins, who was not bothered by scruples as to his course, was the chief sufferer by it; for additional victims kept turning up with sad tales to have their losses made good by the generous restorer, until Tommy had parted not only with his questionable winnings, but with the surplus of his honestly acquired quarterly allowance as well.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading It happened that Tompkins, who was not bothered by scruples as to his course, was the chief sufferer by it; for additional victims kept turning up with sad tales to have their losses made good by the generous restorer, until Tommy had parted not only with his questionable winnings, but with the surplus of his honestly acquired quarterly allowance as well.

an enclosure made or wire or metal bars in which birds or animals can be kept

From this reading IN THE BASEBALL CAGE THE poker incident caused repeated discussions between the classmates.

an occurrence of something

From this reading Melvin was sure Tommy’s method was wrong, though he could not suggest a satisfactory substitute except to thrash Bosworth until he made amends; while Varrell, though disapproving of poker in general, maintained that in this exceptional case the means were excusable.

past form of “cause” — give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally

From this reading IN THE BASEBALL CAGE THE poker incident caused repeated discussions between the classmates.

a person who is in charge

From this reading It happened that Tompkins, who was not bothered by scruples as to his course, was the chief sufferer by it; for additional victims kept turning up with sad tales to have their losses made good by the generous restorer, until Tommy had parted not only with his questionable winnings, but with the surplus of his honestly acquired quarterly allowance as well.

plural of “classmate” — an acquaintance that you go to school with

From this reading IN THE BASEBALL CAGE THE poker incident caused repeated discussions between the classmates.

reveal in private; tell confidentially

From this reading This latter fact he did not confide to his friends.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading Melvin was sure Tommy’s method was wrong, though he could not suggest a satisfactory substitute except to thrash Bosworth until he made amends; while Varrell, though disapproving of poker in general, maintained that in this exceptional case the means were excusable.

education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings

From this reading It happened that Tompkins, who was not bothered by scruples as to his course, was the chief sufferer by it; for additional victims kept turning up with sad tales to have their losses made good by the generous restorer, until Tommy had parted not only with his questionable winnings, but with the surplus of his honestly acquired quarterly allowance as well.

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

From this reading This latter fact he did not confide to his friends.

expressing or manifesting disapproval

From this reading Melvin was sure Tommy’s method was wrong, though he could not suggest a satisfactory substitute except to thrash Bosworth until he made amends; while Varrell, though disapproving of poker in general, maintained that in this exceptional case the means were excusable.

plural of “discussion” — an extended communication (often interactive) dealing with some particular topic

From this reading IN THE BASEBALL CAGE THE poker incident caused repeated discussions between the classmates.

apart from; not including

From this reading Melvin was sure Tommy’s method was wrong, though he could not suggest a satisfactory substitute except to thrash Bosworth until he made amends; while Varrell, though disapproving of poker in general, maintained that in this exceptional case the means were excusable.

far beyond what is usual in magnitude or degree

From this reading Melvin was sure Tommy’s method was wrong, though he could not suggest a satisfactory substitute except to thrash Bosworth until he made amends; while Varrell, though disapproving of poker in general, maintained that in this exceptional case the means were excusable.

capable of being overlooked

From this reading Melvin was sure Tommy’s method was wrong, though he could not suggest a satisfactory substitute except to thrash Bosworth until he made amends; while Varrell, though disapproving of poker in general, maintained that in this exceptional case the means were excusable.

a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred

From this reading This latter fact he did not confide to his friends.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading It happened that Tompkins, who was not bothered by scruples as to his course, was the chief sufferer by it; for additional victims kept turning up with sad tales to have their losses made good by the generous restorer, until Tommy had parted not only with his questionable winnings, but with the surplus of his honestly acquired quarterly allowance as well.

plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading This latter fact he did not confide to his friends.

applying to all or most members of a category or group

From this reading Melvin was sure Tommy’s method was wrong, though he could not suggest a satisfactory substitute except to thrash Bosworth until he made amends; while Varrell, though disapproving of poker in general, maintained that in this exceptional case the means were excusable.

willing to give and share unstintingly

From this reading It happened that Tompkins, who was not bothered by scruples as to his course, was the chief sufferer by it; for additional victims kept turning up with sad tales to have their losses made good by the generous restorer, until Tommy had parted not only with his questionable winnings, but with the surplus of his honestly acquired quarterly allowance as well.

having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified

From this reading It happened that Tompkins, who was not bothered by scruples as to his course, was the chief sufferer by it; for additional victims kept turning up with sad tales to have their losses made good by the generous restorer, until Tommy had parted not only with his questionable winnings, but with the surplus of his honestly acquired quarterly allowance as well.

the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect

From this reading It happened that Tompkins, who was not bothered by scruples as to his course, was the chief sufferer by it; for additional victims kept turning up with sad tales to have their losses made good by the generous restorer, until Tommy had parted not only with his questionable winnings, but with the surplus of his honestly acquired quarterly allowance as well.

past form of “happen” — come to pass

From this reading It happened that Tompkins, who was not bothered by scruples as to his course, was the chief sufferer by it; for additional victims kept turning up with sad tales to have their losses made good by the generous restorer, until Tommy had parted not only with his questionable winnings, but with the surplus of his honestly acquired quarterly allowance as well.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading It happened that Tompkins, who was not bothered by scruples as to his course, was the chief sufferer by it; for additional victims kept turning up with sad tales to have their losses made good by the generous restorer, until Tommy had parted not only with his questionable winnings, but with the surplus of his honestly acquired quarterly allowance as well.

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

From this reading Melvin was sure Tommy’s method was wrong, though he could not suggest a satisfactory substitute except to thrash Bosworth until he made amends; while Varrell, though disapproving of poker in general, maintained that in this exceptional case the means were excusable.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading Neither succeeded in bringing the other over to his view.

(used as intensives reflecting the speaker's attitude) it is sincerely the case that

From this reading It happened that Tompkins, who was not bothered by scruples as to his course, was the chief sufferer by it; for additional victims kept turning up with sad tales to have their losses made good by the generous restorer, until Tommy had parted not only with his questionable winnings, but with the surplus of his honestly acquired quarterly allowance as well.

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

From this reading IN THE BASEBALL CAGE THE poker incident caused repeated discussions between the classmates.

a single distinct event

From this reading IN THE BASEBALL CAGE THE poker incident caused repeated discussions between the classmates.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It happened that Tompkins, who was not bothered by scruples as to his course, was the chief sufferer by it; for additional victims kept turning up with sad tales to have their losses made good by the generous restorer, until Tommy had parted not only with his questionable winnings, but with the surplus of his honestly acquired quarterly allowance as well.

(especially of promises or contracts) not violated or disregarded

From this reading It happened that Tompkins, who was not bothered by scruples as to his course, was the chief sufferer by it; for additional victims kept turning up with sad tales to have their losses made good by the generous restorer, until Tommy had parted not only with his questionable winnings, but with the surplus of his honestly acquired quarterly allowance as well.

referring to the second of two things or persons mentioned (or the last one or ones of several)

From this reading This latter fact he did not confide to his friends.

something lost (especially money lost at gambling)

From this reading It happened that Tompkins, who was not bothered by scruples as to his course, was the chief sufferer by it; for additional victims kept turning up with sad tales to have their losses made good by the generous restorer, until Tommy had parted not only with his questionable winnings, but with the surplus of his honestly acquired quarterly allowance as well.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading Melvin was sure Tommy’s method was wrong, though he could not suggest a satisfactory substitute except to thrash Bosworth until he made amends; while Varrell, though disapproving of poker in general, maintained that in this exceptional case the means were excusable.

kept in good condition

From this reading Melvin was sure Tommy’s method was wrong, though he could not suggest a satisfactory substitute except to thrash Bosworth until he made amends; while Varrell, though disapproving of poker in general, maintained that in this exceptional case the means were excusable.

thing or person that acts to produce a particular effect or achieve an end

From this reading Melvin was sure Tommy’s method was wrong, though he could not suggest a satisfactory substitute except to thrash Bosworth until he made amends; while Varrell, though disapproving of poker in general, maintained that in this exceptional case the means were excusable.

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From this reading Melvin was sure Tommy’s method was wrong, though he could not suggest a satisfactory substitute except to thrash Bosworth until he made amends; while Varrell, though disapproving of poker in general, maintained that in this exceptional case the means were excusable.

a way of doing something, especially a systematic way; implies an orderly logical arrangement (usually in steps)

From this reading Melvin was sure Tommy’s method was wrong, though he could not suggest a satisfactory substitute except to thrash Bosworth until he made amends; while Varrell, though disapproving of poker in general, maintained that in this exceptional case the means were excusable.

not one and not the other of two

From this reading Neither succeeded in bringing the other over to his view.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Melvin was sure Tommy’s method was wrong, though he could not suggest a satisfactory substitute except to thrash Bosworth until he made amends; while Varrell, though disapproving of poker in general, maintained that in this exceptional case the means were excusable.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Melvin was sure Tommy’s method was wrong, though he could not suggest a satisfactory substitute except to thrash Bosworth until he made amends; while Varrell, though disapproving of poker in general, maintained that in this exceptional case the means were excusable.

and nothing more

From this reading It happened that Tompkins, who was not bothered by scruples as to his course, was the chief sufferer by it; for additional victims kept turning up with sad tales to have their losses made good by the generous restorer, until Tommy had parted not only with his questionable winnings, but with the surplus of his honestly acquired quarterly allowance as well.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading Neither succeeded in bringing the other over to his view.

above and across; more than

From this reading Neither succeeded in bringing the other over to his view.

having a margin incised almost to the base so as to create distinct divisions or lobes

From this reading It happened that Tompkins, who was not bothered by scruples as to his course, was the chief sufferer by it; for additional victims kept turning up with sad tales to have their losses made good by the generous restorer, until Tommy had parted not only with his questionable winnings, but with the surplus of his honestly acquired quarterly allowance as well.

fire iron consisting of a metal rod with a handle; used to stir a fire

From this reading IN THE BASEBALL CAGE THE poker incident caused repeated discussions between the classmates.

of or relating to or consisting of a quarter

From this reading It happened that Tompkins, who was not bothered by scruples as to his course, was the chief sufferer by it; for additional victims kept turning up with sad tales to have their losses made good by the generous restorer, until Tommy had parted not only with his questionable winnings, but with the surplus of his honestly acquired quarterly allowance as well.

subject to question

From this reading It happened that Tompkins, who was not bothered by scruples as to his course, was the chief sufferer by it; for additional victims kept turning up with sad tales to have their losses made good by the generous restorer, until Tommy had parted not only with his questionable winnings, but with the surplus of his honestly acquired quarterly allowance as well.

recurring again and again

From this reading IN THE BASEBALL CAGE THE poker incident caused repeated discussions between the classmates.

a skilled worker who is employed to restore or refinish buildings or antique furniture

From this reading It happened that Tompkins, who was not bothered by scruples as to his course, was the chief sufferer by it; for additional victims kept turning up with sad tales to have their losses made good by the generous restorer, until Tommy had parted not only with his questionable winnings, but with the surplus of his honestly acquired quarterly allowance as well.

experiencing or showing sorrow or unhappiness

From this reading It happened that Tompkins, who was not bothered by scruples as to his course, was the chief sufferer by it; for additional victims kept turning up with sad tales to have their losses made good by the generous restorer, until Tommy had parted not only with his questionable winnings, but with the surplus of his honestly acquired quarterly allowance as well.

giving satisfaction

From this reading Melvin was sure Tommy’s method was wrong, though he could not suggest a satisfactory substitute except to thrash Bosworth until he made amends; while Varrell, though disapproving of poker in general, maintained that in this exceptional case the means were excusable.

motivation deriving logically from ethical or moral principles that govern a person's thoughts and actions

From this reading It happened that Tompkins, who was not bothered by scruples as to his course, was the chief sufferer by it; for additional victims kept turning up with sad tales to have their losses made good by the generous restorer, until Tommy had parted not only with his questionable winnings, but with the surplus of his honestly acquired quarterly allowance as well.

put in the place of another; switch seemingly equivalent items

From this reading Melvin was sure Tommy’s method was wrong, though he could not suggest a satisfactory substitute except to thrash Bosworth until he made amends; while Varrell, though disapproving of poker in general, maintained that in this exceptional case the means were excusable.

past form of “succeed” — attain success or reach a desired goal

From this reading Neither succeeded in bringing the other over to his view.

a person suffering from an illness

From this reading It happened that Tompkins, who was not bothered by scruples as to his course, was the chief sufferer by it; for additional victims kept turning up with sad tales to have their losses made good by the generous restorer, until Tommy had parted not only with his questionable winnings, but with the surplus of his honestly acquired quarterly allowance as well.

make a proposal, declare a plan for something

From this reading Melvin was sure Tommy’s method was wrong, though he could not suggest a satisfactory substitute except to thrash Bosworth until he made amends; while Varrell, though disapproving of poker in general, maintained that in this exceptional case the means were excusable.

having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured

From this reading Melvin was sure Tommy’s method was wrong, though he could not suggest a satisfactory substitute except to thrash Bosworth until he made amends; while Varrell, though disapproving of poker in general, maintained that in this exceptional case the means were excusable.

a quantity much larger than is needed

From this reading It happened that Tompkins, who was not bothered by scruples as to his course, was the chief sufferer by it; for additional victims kept turning up with sad tales to have their losses made good by the generous restorer, until Tommy had parted not only with his questionable winnings, but with the surplus of his honestly acquired quarterly allowance as well.

plural of “tale” — a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program

From this reading It happened that Tompkins, who was not bothered by scruples as to his course, was the chief sufferer by it; for additional victims kept turning up with sad tales to have their losses made good by the generous restorer, until Tommy had parted not only with his questionable winnings, but with the surplus of his honestly acquired quarterly allowance as well.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Melvin was sure Tommy’s method was wrong, though he could not suggest a satisfactory substitute except to thrash Bosworth until he made amends; while Varrell, though disapproving of poker in general, maintained that in this exceptional case the means were excusable.

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

From this reading IN THE BASEBALL CAGE THE poker incident caused repeated discussions between the classmates.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading It happened that Tompkins, who was not bothered by scruples as to his course, was the chief sufferer by it; for additional victims kept turning up with sad tales to have their losses made good by the generous restorer, until Tommy had parted not only with his questionable winnings, but with the surplus of his honestly acquired quarterly allowance as well.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading Melvin was sure Tommy’s method was wrong, though he could not suggest a satisfactory substitute except to thrash Bosworth until he made amends; while Varrell, though disapproving of poker in general, maintained that in this exceptional case the means were excusable.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading Melvin was sure Tommy’s method was wrong, though he could not suggest a satisfactory substitute except to thrash Bosworth until he made amends; while Varrell, though disapproving of poker in general, maintained that in this exceptional case the means were excusable.

give a thrashing to; beat hard

From this reading Melvin was sure Tommy’s method was wrong, though he could not suggest a satisfactory substitute except to thrash Bosworth until he made amends; while Varrell, though disapproving of poker in general, maintained that in this exceptional case the means were excusable.

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

From this reading Melvin was sure Tommy’s method was wrong, though he could not suggest a satisfactory substitute except to thrash Bosworth until he made amends; while Varrell, though disapproving of poker in general, maintained that in this exceptional case the means were excusable.

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From this reading It happened that Tompkins, who was not bothered by scruples as to his course, was the chief sufferer by it; for additional victims kept turning up with sad tales to have their losses made good by the generous restorer, until Tommy had parted not only with his questionable winnings, but with the surplus of his honestly acquired quarterly allowance as well.

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

From this reading Melvin was sure Tommy’s method was wrong, though he could not suggest a satisfactory substitute except to thrash Bosworth until he made amends; while Varrell, though disapproving of poker in general, maintained that in this exceptional case the means were excusable.

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

From this reading It happened that Tompkins, who was not bothered by scruples as to his course, was the chief sufferer by it; for additional victims kept turning up with sad tales to have their losses made good by the generous restorer, until Tommy had parted not only with his questionable winnings, but with the surplus of his honestly acquired quarterly allowance as well.

the act of changing or reversing the direction of the course

From this reading It happened that Tompkins, who was not bothered by scruples as to his course, was the chief sufferer by it; for additional victims kept turning up with sad tales to have their losses made good by the generous restorer, until Tommy had parted not only with his questionable winnings, but with the surplus of his honestly acquired quarterly allowance as well.

up to a particular time

From this reading Melvin was sure Tommy’s method was wrong, though he could not suggest a satisfactory substitute except to thrash Bosworth until he made amends; while Varrell, though disapproving of poker in general, maintained that in this exceptional case the means were excusable.

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

From this reading It happened that Tompkins, who was not bothered by scruples as to his course, was the chief sufferer by it; for additional victims kept turning up with sad tales to have their losses made good by the generous restorer, until Tommy had parted not only with his questionable winnings, but with the surplus of his honestly acquired quarterly allowance as well.

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

From this reading Melvin was sure Tommy’s method was wrong, though he could not suggest a satisfactory substitute except to thrash Bosworth until he made amends; while Varrell, though disapproving of poker in general, maintained that in this exceptional case the means were excusable.

plural of “victim” — an unfortunate person who suffers from some adverse circumstance

From this reading It happened that Tompkins, who was not bothered by scruples as to his course, was the chief sufferer by it; for additional victims kept turning up with sad tales to have their losses made good by the generous restorer, until Tommy had parted not only with his questionable winnings, but with the surplus of his honestly acquired quarterly allowance as well.

a way of regarding situations or topics etc.

From this reading Neither succeeded in bringing the other over to his view.

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

From this reading Melvin was sure Tommy’s method was wrong, though he could not suggest a satisfactory substitute except to thrash Bosworth until he made amends; while Varrell, though disapproving of poker in general, maintained that in this exceptional case the means were excusable.

(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)

From this reading It happened that Tompkins, who was not bothered by scruples as to his course, was the chief sufferer by it; for additional victims kept turning up with sad tales to have their losses made good by the generous restorer, until Tommy had parted not only with his questionable winnings, but with the surplus of his honestly acquired quarterly allowance as well.

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

From this reading Melvin was sure Tommy’s method was wrong, though he could not suggest a satisfactory substitute except to thrash Bosworth until he made amends; while Varrell, though disapproving of poker in general, maintained that in this exceptional case the means were excusable.

during the time that

From this reading Melvin was sure Tommy’s method was wrong, though he could not suggest a satisfactory substitute except to thrash Bosworth until he made amends; while Varrell, though disapproving of poker in general, maintained that in this exceptional case the means were excusable.

which person or people

From this reading It happened that Tompkins, who was not bothered by scruples as to his course, was the chief sufferer by it; for additional victims kept turning up with sad tales to have their losses made good by the generous restorer, until Tommy had parted not only with his questionable winnings, but with the surplus of his honestly acquired quarterly allowance as well.

something won (especially money)

From this reading It happened that Tompkins, who was not bothered by scruples as to his course, was the chief sufferer by it; for additional victims kept turning up with sad tales to have their losses made good by the generous restorer, until Tommy had parted not only with his questionable winnings, but with the surplus of his honestly acquired quarterly allowance as well.

in the company of; together with

From this reading It happened that Tompkins, who was not bothered by scruples as to his course, was the chief sufferer by it; for additional victims kept turning up with sad tales to have their losses made good by the generous restorer, until Tommy had parted not only with his questionable winnings, but with the surplus of his honestly acquired quarterly allowance as well.

not correct; not in conformity with fact or truth

From this reading Melvin was sure Tommy’s method was wrong, though he could not suggest a satisfactory substitute except to thrash Bosworth until he made amends; while Varrell, though disapproving of poker in general, maintained that in this exceptional case the means were excusable.