(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class
From this reading And by the time they reached the police station they had scarcely touched upon shoes and stockings--never mentioned gowns at all!
in addition
From this reading There were, also, round hats, three-cornered hats and four-cornered hats to discuss, as well as the broad-brimmed hats and matinee, church or street hats.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading THE MAN FROM BOSTON On their way to the police headquarters the two girls gossiped pleasantly concerning the events that had happened since they last saw each other, for there are other things in the world besides lost automobiles and strange young men.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading THE MAN FROM BOSTON On their way to the police headquarters the two girls gossiped pleasantly concerning the events that had happened since they last saw each other, for there are other things in the world besides lost automobiles and strange young men.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading There were, also, round hats, three-cornered hats and four-cornered hats to discuss, as well as the broad-brimmed hats and matinee, church or street hats.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading And by the time they reached the police station they had scarcely touched upon shoes and stockings--never mentioned gowns at all!
automobilesnounUS /ˈɔːtəmoʊbiːlz/
plural of “automobile” — a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine
From this reading THE MAN FROM BOSTON On their way to the police headquarters the two girls gossiped pleasantly concerning the events that had happened since they last saw each other, for there are other things in the world besides lost automobiles and strange young men.
in addition to; as well as
From this reading THE MAN FROM BOSTON On their way to the police headquarters the two girls gossiped pleasantly concerning the events that had happened since they last saw each other, for there are other things in the world besides lost automobiles and strange young men.
state capital and largest city of Massachusetts; a major center for banking and financial services
From this reading THE MAN FROM BOSTON On their way to the police headquarters the two girls gossiped pleasantly concerning the events that had happened since they last saw each other, for there are other things in the world besides lost automobiles and strange young men.
broad-brimmedadjective
(of hats) having a broad brim
From this reading There were, also, round hats, three-cornered hats and four-cornered hats to discuss, as well as the broad-brimmed hats and matinee, church or street hats.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading And by the time they reached the police station they had scarcely touched upon shoes and stockings--never mentioned gowns at all!
King of France from 1560 to 1574 whose reign was dominated by his mother Catherine de Medicis (1550-1574)
From this reading They found Mr. Charles Lonsdale, Chief of Police, at his desk.
a person who is in charge
From this reading They found Mr. Charles Lonsdale, Chief of Police, at his desk.
one of the groups of Christians who have their own beliefs and forms of worship
From this reading There were, also, round hats, three-cornered hats and four-cornered hats to discuss, as well as the broad-brimmed hats and matinee, church or street hats.
coatsnounUS /koʊts/
plural of “coat” — an outer garment that has sleeves and covers the body from shoulder down; worn outdoors
From this reading There are even winter coats, and how much fur it is good taste to trim them with this year.
-ing form of “concern” — be relevant to
From this reading THE MAN FROM BOSTON On their way to the police headquarters the two girls gossiped pleasantly concerning the events that had happened since they last saw each other, for there are other things in the world besides lost automobiles and strange young men.
a piece of furniture with a writing surface and usually drawers or other compartments
From this reading They found Mr. Charles Lonsdale, Chief of Police, at his desk.
discussverbUS /dɪˈskʌs/
to consider or examine in speech or writing
From this reading There were, also, round hats, three-cornered hats and four-cornered hats to discuss, as well as the broad-brimmed hats and matinee, church or street hats.
every one of two or more people or things, taken separately
From this reading THE MAN FROM BOSTON On their way to the police headquarters the two girls gossiped pleasantly concerning the events that had happened since they last saw each other, for there are other things in the world besides lost automobiles and strange young men.
divisible by two
From this reading There are even winter coats, and how much fur it is good taste to trim them with this year.
plural of “event” — something that happens at a given place and time
From this reading THE MAN FROM BOSTON On their way to the police headquarters the two girls gossiped pleasantly concerning the events that had happened since they last saw each other, for there are other things in the world besides lost automobiles and strange young men.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading THE MAN FROM BOSTON On their way to the police headquarters the two girls gossiped pleasantly concerning the events that had happened since they last saw each other, for there are other things in the world besides lost automobiles and strange young men.
set up or found
From this reading They found Mr. Charles Lonsdale, Chief of Police, at his desk.
four-cornered
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From this reading There were, also, round hats, three-cornered hats and four-cornered hats to discuss, as well as the broad-brimmed hats and matinee, church or street hats.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading THE MAN FROM BOSTON On their way to the police headquarters the two girls gossiped pleasantly concerning the events that had happened since they last saw each other, for there are other things in the world besides lost automobiles and strange young men.
the dressed hairy coat of a mammal
From this reading There are even winter coats, and how much fur it is good taste to trim them with this year.
plural of “girl” — a young female
From this reading THE MAN FROM BOSTON On their way to the police headquarters the two girls gossiped pleasantly concerning the events that had happened since they last saw each other, for there are other things in the world besides lost automobiles and strange young men.
having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified
From this reading There are even winter coats, and how much fur it is good taste to trim them with this year.
gossiped
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From this reading THE MAN FROM BOSTON On their way to the police headquarters the two girls gossiped pleasantly concerning the events that had happened since they last saw each other, for there are other things in the world besides lost automobiles and strange young men.
gownsnounUS /ɡaʊnz/
plural of “gown” — a woman's dress, usually with a close-fitting bodice and a long flared skirt, often worn on formal occasions
From this reading And by the time they reached the police station they had scarcely touched upon shoes and stockings--never mentioned gowns at all!
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading THE MAN FROM BOSTON On their way to the police headquarters the two girls gossiped pleasantly concerning the events that had happened since they last saw each other, for there are other things in the world besides lost automobiles and strange young men.
past form of “happen” — come to pass
From this reading THE MAN FROM BOSTON On their way to the police headquarters the two girls gossiped pleasantly concerning the events that had happened since they last saw each other, for there are other things in the world besides lost automobiles and strange young men.
hatsnounUS /hæts/
plural of “hat” — headdress that protects the head from bad weather; has shaped crown and usually a brim
From this reading There were, also, round hats, three-cornered hats and four-cornered hats to discuss, as well as the broad-brimmed hats and matinee, church or street hats.
headquartersnounUS /ˈhedkwɔːrtərz/
(usually plural) the office that serves as the administrative center of an enterprise
From this reading THE MAN FROM BOSTON On their way to the police headquarters the two girls gossiped pleasantly concerning the events that had happened since they last saw each other, for there are other things in the world besides lost automobiles and strange young men.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading They found Mr. Charles Lonsdale, Chief of Police, at his desk.
how
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From this reading There are even winter coats, and how much fur it is good taste to trim them with this year.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading THE MAN FROM BOSTON On their way to the police headquarters the two girls gossiped pleasantly concerning the events that had happened since they last saw each other, for there are other things in the world besides lost automobiles and strange young men.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading There are even winter coats, and how much fur it is good taste to trim them with this year.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading There are even winter coats, and how much fur it is good taste to trim them with this year.
immediately past
From this reading THE MAN FROM BOSTON On their way to the police headquarters the two girls gossiped pleasantly concerning the events that had happened since they last saw each other, for there are other things in the world besides lost automobiles and strange young men.
Lonsdale
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From this reading They found Mr. Charles Lonsdale, Chief of Police, at his desk.
no longer in your possession or control; unable to be found or recovered
From this reading THE MAN FROM BOSTON On their way to the police headquarters the two girls gossiped pleasantly concerning the events that had happened since they last saw each other, for there are other things in the world besides lost automobiles and strange young men.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading THE MAN FROM BOSTON On their way to the police headquarters the two girls gossiped pleasantly concerning the events that had happened since they last saw each other, for there are other things in the world besides lost automobiles and strange young men.
matineenounUS /ˈmætɪneɪ/
a theatrical performance held during the daytime (especially in the afternoon)
From this reading There were, also, round hats, three-cornered hats and four-cornered hats to discuss, as well as the broad-brimmed hats and matinee, church or street hats.
the force of workers available
From this reading THE MAN FROM BOSTON On their way to the police headquarters the two girls gossiped pleasantly concerning the events that had happened since they last saw each other, for there are other things in the world besides lost automobiles and strange young men.
past form of “mention” — make reference to
From this reading And by the time they reached the police station they had scarcely touched upon shoes and stockings--never mentioned gowns at all!
a form of address for a man
From this reading They found Mr. Charles Lonsdale, Chief of Police, at his desk.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading There are even winter coats, and how much fur it is good taste to trim them with this year.
not ever; at no time in the past or future
From this reading And by the time they reached the police station they had scarcely touched upon shoes and stockings--never mentioned gowns at all!
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading They found Mr. Charles Lonsdale, Chief of Police, at his desk.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading THE MAN FROM BOSTON On their way to the police headquarters the two girls gossiped pleasantly concerning the events that had happened since they last saw each other, for there are other things in the world besides lost automobiles and strange young men.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading There were, also, round hats, three-cornered hats and four-cornered hats to discuss, as well as the broad-brimmed hats and matinee, church or street hats.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading THE MAN FROM BOSTON On their way to the police headquarters the two girls gossiped pleasantly concerning the events that had happened since they last saw each other, for there are other things in the world besides lost automobiles and strange young men.
pleasantlyadverbUS /ˈplezəntli/
in a cheerful manner
From this reading THE MAN FROM BOSTON On their way to the police headquarters the two girls gossiped pleasantly concerning the events that had happened since they last saw each other, for there are other things in the world besides lost automobiles and strange young men.
the force of policemen and officers
From this reading THE MAN FROM BOSTON On their way to the police headquarters the two girls gossiped pleasantly concerning the events that had happened since they last saw each other, for there are other things in the world besides lost automobiles and strange young men.
past form of “reach” — reach a destination, either real or abstract
From this reading And by the time they reached the police station they had scarcely touched upon shoes and stockings--never mentioned gowns at all!
a charge of ammunition for a single shot
From this reading There were, also, round hats, three-cornered hats and four-cornered hats to discuss, as well as the broad-brimmed hats and matinee, church or street hats.
cut with a saw
From this reading THE MAN FROM BOSTON On their way to the police headquarters the two girls gossiped pleasantly concerning the events that had happened since they last saw each other, for there are other things in the world besides lost automobiles and strange young men.
only a very short time before
From this reading And by the time they reached the police station they had scarcely touched upon shoes and stockings--never mentioned gowns at all!
a particular situation
From this reading And by the time they reached the police station they had scarcely touched upon shoes and stockings--never mentioned gowns at all!
sinceprepositionUS /sɪns/
from a time in the past until now
From this reading THE MAN FROM BOSTON On their way to the police headquarters the two girls gossiped pleasantly concerning the events that had happened since they last saw each other, for there are other things in the world besides lost automobiles and strange young men.
a facility equipped with special equipment and personnel for a particular purpose
From this reading And by the time they reached the police station they had scarcely touched upon shoes and stockings--never mentioned gowns at all!
stockingsnounUS /ˈstɑːkɪŋz/
plural of “stocking” — close-fitting hosiery to cover the foot and leg; come in matched pairs (usually used in the plural)
From this reading And by the time they reached the police station they had scarcely touched upon shoes and stockings--never mentioned gowns at all!
being definitely out of the ordinary and unexpected; slightly odd or even a bit weird
From this reading THE MAN FROM BOSTON On their way to the police headquarters the two girls gossiped pleasantly concerning the events that had happened since they last saw each other, for there are other things in the world besides lost automobiles and strange young men.
a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings
From this reading There were, also, round hats, three-cornered hats and four-cornered hats to discuss, as well as the broad-brimmed hats and matinee, church or street hats.
To perceive flavor through the mouth.
From this reading There are even winter coats, and how much fur it is good taste to trim them with this year.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading THE MAN FROM BOSTON On their way to the police headquarters the two girls gossiped pleasantly concerning the events that had happened since they last saw each other, for there are other things in the world besides lost automobiles and strange young men.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE MAN FROM BOSTON On their way to the police headquarters the two girls gossiped pleasantly concerning the events that had happened since they last saw each other, for there are other things in the world besides lost automobiles and strange young men.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading THE MAN FROM BOSTON On their way to the police headquarters the two girls gossiped pleasantly concerning the events that had happened since they last saw each other, for there are other things in the world besides lost automobiles and strange young men.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading There are even winter coats, and how much fur it is good taste to trim them with this year.
in or at that place or location
From this reading THE MAN FROM BOSTON On their way to the police headquarters the two girls gossiped pleasantly concerning the events that had happened since they last saw each other, for there are other things in the world besides lost automobiles and strange young men.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading THE MAN FROM BOSTON On their way to the police headquarters the two girls gossiped pleasantly concerning the events that had happened since they last saw each other, for there are other things in the world besides lost automobiles and strange young men.
any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)
From this reading THE MAN FROM BOSTON On their way to the police headquarters the two girls gossiped pleasantly concerning the events that had happened since they last saw each other, for there are other things in the world besides lost automobiles and strange young men.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading There are even winter coats, and how much fur it is good taste to trim them with this year.
three-corneredadjective
having three corners
From this reading There were, also, round hats, three-cornered hats and four-cornered hats to discuss, as well as the broad-brimmed hats and matinee, church or street hats.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading And by the time they reached the police station they had scarcely touched upon shoes and stockings--never mentioned gowns at all!
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading THE MAN FROM BOSTON On their way to the police headquarters the two girls gossiped pleasantly concerning the events that had happened since they last saw each other, for there are other things in the world besides lost automobiles and strange young men.
having come into contact
From this reading And by the time they reached the police station they had scarcely touched upon shoes and stockings--never mentioned gowns at all!
trimverbUS /trɪm/
remove the edges from and cut down to the desired size
From this reading There are even winter coats, and how much fur it is good taste to trim them with this year.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading THE MAN FROM BOSTON On their way to the police headquarters the two girls gossiped pleasantly concerning the events that had happened since they last saw each other, for there are other things in the world besides lost automobiles and strange young men.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading And by the time they reached the police station they had scarcely touched upon shoes and stockings--never mentioned gowns at all!
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading THE MAN FROM BOSTON On their way to the police headquarters the two girls gossiped pleasantly concerning the events that had happened since they last saw each other, for there are other things in the world besides lost automobiles and strange young men.
(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 There were, also, round hats, three-cornered hats and four-cornered hats to discuss, as well as the broad-brimmed hats and matinee, church or street hats.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading There were, also, round hats, three-cornered hats and four-cornered hats to discuss, as well as the broad-brimmed hats and matinee, church or street hats.
the coldest season of the year; in the northern hemisphere it extends from the winter solstice to the vernal equinox
From this reading There are even winter coats, and how much fur it is good taste to trim them with this year.
in the company of; together with
From this reading There are even winter coats, and how much fur it is good taste to trim them with this year.
everything that exists anywhere
From this reading THE MAN FROM BOSTON On their way to the police headquarters the two girls gossiped pleasantly concerning the events that had happened since they last saw each other, for there are other things in the world besides lost automobiles and strange young men.
a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days
From this reading There are even winter coats, and how much fur it is good taste to trim them with this year.
(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth
From this reading THE MAN FROM BOSTON On their way to the police headquarters the two girls gossiped pleasantly concerning the events that had happened since they last saw each other, for there are other things in the world besides lost automobiles and strange young men.
