used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading UNCONVINCING TESTIMONY On Sunday "Gran'pa Jim," relieved of all worry, felt "quite himself again," as he expressed it, and the old gentleman strutted somewhat proudly as he marched to church with his lovely granddaughter beside him, although her uniform was to-day discarded for a neat tailor-suit.
a feeling of delighted approval and liking
From this reading Many were the looks of admiration and approval cast at the young girl this morning as she passed along the streets beside the old colonel.
the part of the day between noon and evening
From this reading In the afternoon, as they sat in the cosy study at home, the girl for the first time showed her grandfather the disloyal circulars, relating how indignant the Liberty Girls had been at encountering such dastardly opposition.
anew
From this reading UNCONVINCING TESTIMONY On Sunday "Gran'pa Jim," relieved of all worry, felt "quite himself again," as he expressed it, and the old gentleman strutted somewhat proudly as he marched to church with his lovely granddaughter beside him, although her uniform was to-day discarded for a neat tailor-suit.
(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 UNCONVINCING TESTIMONY On Sunday "Gran'pa Jim," relieved of all worry, felt "quite himself again," as he expressed it, and the old gentleman strutted somewhat proudly as he marched to church with his lovely granddaughter beside him, although her uniform was to-day discarded for a neat tailor-suit.
alongprepositionUS /əˈlɔːŋ/
following the length of something from one end toward the other
From this reading Many were the looks of admiration and approval cast at the young girl this morning as she passed along the streets beside the old colonel.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading UNCONVINCING TESTIMONY On Sunday "Gran'pa Jim," relieved of all worry, felt "quite himself again," as he expressed it, and the old gentleman strutted somewhat proudly as he marched to church with his lovely granddaughter beside him, although her uniform was to-day discarded for a neat tailor-suit.
at all times; all the time and on every occasion
From this reading Mary Louise had always been a favorite in Dorfield, but the past week had made her a heroine in the eyes of all patriotic citizens.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading UNCONVINCING TESTIMONY On Sunday "Gran'pa Jim," relieved of all worry, felt "quite himself again," as he expressed it, and the old gentleman strutted somewhat proudly as he marched to church with his lovely granddaughter beside him, although her uniform was to-day discarded for a neat tailor-suit.
approvalnounUS /əˈpruːvəl/
the formal act of approving
From this reading Many were the looks of admiration and approval cast at the young girl this morning as she passed along the streets beside the old colonel.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading UNCONVINCING TESTIMONY On Sunday "Gran'pa Jim," relieved of all worry, felt "quite himself again," as he expressed it, and the old gentleman strutted somewhat proudly as he marched to church with his lovely granddaughter beside him, although her uniform was to-day discarded for a neat tailor-suit.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Many were the looks of admiration and approval cast at the young girl this morning as she passed along the streets beside the old colonel.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading Mary Louise had always been a favorite in Dorfield, but the past week had made her a heroine in the eyes of all patriotic citizens.
next to; at the side of
From this reading UNCONVINCING TESTIMONY On Sunday "Gran'pa Jim," relieved of all worry, felt "quite himself again," as he expressed it, and the old gentleman strutted somewhat proudly as he marched to church with his lovely granddaughter beside him, although her uniform was to-day discarded for a neat tailor-suit.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Mary Louise had always been a favorite in Dorfield, but the past week had made her a heroine in the eyes of all patriotic citizens.
taking care or paying attention
From this reading Colonel Hathaway studied the circulars carefully.
put or send forth
From this reading Many were the looks of admiration and approval cast at the young girl this morning as she passed along the streets beside the old colonel.
one of the groups of Christians who have their own beliefs and forms of worship
From this reading UNCONVINCING TESTIMONY On Sunday "Gran'pa Jim," relieved of all worry, felt "quite himself again," as he expressed it, and the old gentleman strutted somewhat proudly as he marched to church with his lovely granddaughter beside him, although her uniform was to-day discarded for a neat tailor-suit.
circularsnounUS /ˈsɜːrkjələrz/
plural of “circular” — an advertisement (usually printed on a page or in a leaflet) intended for wide distribution
From this reading In the afternoon, as they sat in the cosy study at home, the girl for the first time showed her grandfather the disloyal circulars, relating how indignant the Liberty Girls had been at encountering such dastardly opposition.
citizensnounUS /ˈsɪtəzənz/
plural of “citizen” — a native or naturalized member of a state or other political community
From this reading Mary Louise had always been a favorite in Dorfield, but the past week had made her a heroine in the eyes of all patriotic citizens.
a commissioned military officer in the United States Army or Air Force or Marines who ranks above a lieutenant colonel and below a brigadier general
From this reading Many were the looks of admiration and approval cast at the young girl this morning as she passed along the streets beside the old colonel.
cosynounUS /ˈkoʊzi/
a padded cloth covering to keep a teapot warm
From this reading In the afternoon, as they sat in the cosy study at home, the girl for the first time showed her grandfather the disloyal circulars, relating how indignant the Liberty Girls had been at encountering such dastardly opposition.
dastardlyadjectiveUS /ˈdæstərdli/
despicably cowardly
From this reading In the afternoon, as they sat in the cosy study at home, the girl for the first time showed her grandfather the disloyal circulars, relating how indignant the Liberty Girls had been at encountering such dastardly opposition.
discardedadjectiveUS /dɪˈskɑːrdɪd/
thrown away
From this reading UNCONVINCING TESTIMONY On Sunday "Gran'pa Jim," relieved of all worry, felt "quite himself again," as he expressed it, and the old gentleman strutted somewhat proudly as he marched to church with his lovely granddaughter beside him, although her uniform was to-day discarded for a neat tailor-suit.
disloyaladjectiveUS /dɪˈslɔɪəl/
showing lack of love for your country
From this reading In the afternoon, as they sat in the cosy study at home, the girl for the first time showed her grandfather the disloyal circulars, relating how indignant the Liberty Girls had been at encountering such dastardly opposition.
Dorfield
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From this reading Mary Louise had always been a favorite in Dorfield, but the past week had made her a heroine in the eyes of all patriotic citizens.
encounteringverbUS /enˈkaʊntərɪŋ/
-ing form of “encounter” — come together
From this reading In the afternoon, as they sat in the cosy study at home, the girl for the first time showed her grandfather the disloyal circulars, relating how indignant the Liberty Girls had been at encountering such dastardly opposition.
communicated in words
From this reading UNCONVINCING TESTIMONY On Sunday "Gran'pa Jim," relieved of all worry, felt "quite himself again," as he expressed it, and the old gentleman strutted somewhat proudly as he marched to church with his lovely granddaughter beside him, although her uniform was to-day discarded for a neat tailor-suit.
opinion or judgment
From this reading Mary Louise had always been a favorite in Dorfield, but the past week had made her a heroine in the eyes of all patriotic citizens.
something regarded with special favor or liking
From this reading Mary Louise had always been a favorite in Dorfield, but the past week had made her a heroine in the eyes of all patriotic citizens.
mat together and make felt-like
From this reading UNCONVINCING TESTIMONY On Sunday "Gran'pa Jim," relieved of all worry, felt "quite himself again," as he expressed it, and the old gentleman strutted somewhat proudly as he marched to church with his lovely granddaughter beside him, although her uniform was to-day discarded for a neat tailor-suit.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading In the afternoon, as they sat in the cosy study at home, the girl for the first time showed her grandfather the disloyal circulars, relating how indignant the Liberty Girls had been at encountering such dastardly opposition.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading UNCONVINCING TESTIMONY On Sunday "Gran'pa Jim," relieved of all worry, felt "quite himself again," as he expressed it, and the old gentleman strutted somewhat proudly as he marched to church with his lovely granddaughter beside him, although her uniform was to-day discarded for a neat tailor-suit.
a man of refinement
From this reading UNCONVINCING TESTIMONY On Sunday "Gran'pa Jim," relieved of all worry, felt "quite himself again," as he expressed it, and the old gentleman strutted somewhat proudly as he marched to church with his lovely granddaughter beside him, although her uniform was to-day discarded for a neat tailor-suit.
a young female
From this reading Many were the looks of admiration and approval cast at the young girl this morning as she passed along the streets beside the old colonel.
plural of “girl” — a young female
From this reading In the afternoon, as they sat in the cosy study at home, the girl for the first time showed her grandfather the disloyal circulars, relating how indignant the Liberty Girls had been at encountering such dastardly opposition.
Gran'pa
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From this reading UNCONVINCING TESTIMONY On Sunday "Gran'pa Jim," relieved of all worry, felt "quite himself again," as he expressed it, and the old gentleman strutted somewhat proudly as he marched to church with his lovely granddaughter beside him, although her uniform was to-day discarded for a neat tailor-suit.
granddaughternounUS /ˈɡrændɔːtər/
a female grandchild
From this reading UNCONVINCING TESTIMONY On Sunday "Gran'pa Jim," relieved of all worry, felt "quite himself again," as he expressed it, and the old gentleman strutted somewhat proudly as he marched to church with his lovely granddaughter beside him, although her uniform was to-day discarded for a neat tailor-suit.
the father of your father or mother
From this reading In the afternoon, as they sat in the cosy study at home, the girl for the first time showed her grandfather the disloyal circulars, relating how indignant the Liberty Girls had been at encountering such dastardly opposition.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Mary Louise had always been a favorite in Dorfield, but the past week had made her a heroine in the eyes of all patriotic citizens.
HathawaynounUS /ˈhæθəweɪ/
wife of William Shakespeare (1556-1623)
From this reading Colonel Hathaway studied the circulars carefully.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading UNCONVINCING TESTIMONY On Sunday "Gran'pa Jim," relieved of all worry, felt "quite himself again," as he expressed it, and the old gentleman strutted somewhat proudly as he marched to church with his lovely granddaughter beside him, although her uniform was to-day discarded for a neat tailor-suit.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading UNCONVINCING TESTIMONY On Sunday "Gran'pa Jim," relieved of all worry, felt "quite himself again," as he expressed it, and the old gentleman strutted somewhat proudly as he marched to church with his lovely granddaughter beside him, although her uniform was to-day discarded for a neat tailor-suit.
heroinenounUS /ˈheroʊən/
the main good female character in a work of fiction
From this reading Mary Louise had always been a favorite in Dorfield, but the past week had made her a heroine in the eyes of all patriotic citizens.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading UNCONVINCING TESTIMONY On Sunday "Gran'pa Jim," relieved of all worry, felt "quite himself again," as he expressed it, and the old gentleman strutted somewhat proudly as he marched to church with his lovely granddaughter beside him, although her uniform was to-day discarded for a neat tailor-suit.
used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object
From this reading UNCONVINCING TESTIMONY On Sunday "Gran'pa Jim," relieved of all worry, felt "quite himself again," as he expressed it, and the old gentleman strutted somewhat proudly as he marched to church with his lovely granddaughter beside him, although her uniform was to-day discarded for a neat tailor-suit.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading UNCONVINCING TESTIMONY On Sunday "Gran'pa Jim," relieved of all worry, felt "quite himself again," as he expressed it, and the old gentleman strutted somewhat proudly as he marched to church with his lovely granddaughter beside him, although her uniform was to-day discarded for a neat tailor-suit.
where you live at a particular time
From this reading In the afternoon, as they sat in the cosy study at home, the girl for the first time showed her grandfather the disloyal circulars, relating how indignant the Liberty Girls had been at encountering such dastardly opposition.
how
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From this reading In the afternoon, as they sat in the cosy study at home, the girl for the first time showed her grandfather the disloyal circulars, relating how indignant the Liberty Girls had been at encountering such dastardly opposition.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Mary Louise had always been a favorite in Dorfield, but the past week had made her a heroine in the eyes of all patriotic citizens.
indignantadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈdɪɡnənt/
angered at something unjust or wrong
From this reading In the afternoon, as they sat in the cosy study at home, the girl for the first time showed her grandfather the disloyal circulars, relating how indignant the Liberty Girls had been at encountering such dastardly opposition.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading UNCONVINCING TESTIMONY On Sunday "Gran'pa Jim," relieved of all worry, felt "quite himself again," as he expressed it, and the old gentleman strutted somewhat proudly as he marched to church with his lovely granddaughter beside him, although her uniform was to-day discarded for a neat tailor-suit.
Jim
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From this reading UNCONVINCING TESTIMONY On Sunday "Gran'pa Jim," relieved of all worry, felt "quite himself again," as he expressed it, and the old gentleman strutted somewhat proudly as he marched to church with his lovely granddaughter beside him, although her uniform was to-day discarded for a neat tailor-suit.
The state of being free within society from oppressive restrictions on one's way of life.
From this reading In the afternoon, as they sat in the cosy study at home, the girl for the first time showed her grandfather the disloyal circulars, relating how indignant the Liberty Girls had been at encountering such dastardly opposition.
plural of “look” — the feelings expressed on a person's face
From this reading Many were the looks of admiration and approval cast at the young girl this morning as she passed along the streets beside the old colonel.
Louise
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From this reading Mary Louise had always been a favorite in Dorfield, but the past week had made her a heroine in the eyes of all patriotic citizens.
appealing to the emotions as well as the eye
From this reading UNCONVINCING TESTIMONY On Sunday "Gran'pa Jim," relieved of all worry, felt "quite himself again," as he expressed it, and the old gentleman strutted somewhat proudly as he marched to church with his lovely granddaughter beside him, although her uniform was to-day discarded for a neat tailor-suit.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading Mary Louise had always been a favorite in Dorfield, but the past week had made her a heroine in the eyes of all patriotic citizens.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number
From this reading Many were the looks of admiration and approval cast at the young girl this morning as she passed along the streets beside the old colonel.
marchedverbUS /mɑːrtʃt/
past form of “march” — march in a procession
From this reading UNCONVINCING TESTIMONY On Sunday "Gran'pa Jim," relieved of all worry, felt "quite himself again," as he expressed it, and the old gentleman strutted somewhat proudly as he marched to church with his lovely granddaughter beside him, although her uniform was to-day discarded for a neat tailor-suit.
the mother of Jesus; Christians refer to her as the Virgin Mary; she is especially honored by Roman Catholics
From this reading Mary Louise had always been a favorite in Dorfield, but the past week had made her a heroine in the eyes of all patriotic citizens.
the time period between dawn and noon
From this reading Many were the looks of admiration and approval cast at the young girl this morning as she passed along the streets beside the old colonel.
neatadjectiveUS /niːt/
clean or organized
From this reading UNCONVINCING TESTIMONY On Sunday "Gran'pa Jim," relieved of all worry, felt "quite himself again," as he expressed it, and the old gentleman strutted somewhat proudly as he marched to church with his lovely granddaughter beside him, although her uniform was to-day discarded for a neat tailor-suit.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading UNCONVINCING TESTIMONY On Sunday "Gran'pa Jim," relieved of all worry, felt "quite himself again," as he expressed it, and the old gentleman strutted somewhat proudly as he marched to church with his lovely granddaughter beside him, although her uniform was to-day discarded for a neat tailor-suit.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading UNCONVINCING TESTIMONY On Sunday "Gran'pa Jim," relieved of all worry, felt "quite himself again," as he expressed it, and the old gentleman strutted somewhat proudly as he marched to church with his lovely granddaughter beside him, although her uniform was to-day discarded for a neat tailor-suit.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading UNCONVINCING TESTIMONY On Sunday "Gran'pa Jim," relieved of all worry, felt "quite himself again," as he expressed it, and the old gentleman strutted somewhat proudly as he marched to church with his lovely granddaughter beside him, although her uniform was to-day discarded for a neat tailor-suit.
oppositionnounUS /ˌɑːpəˈzɪʃən/
the action of opposing something that you disapprove or disagree with
From this reading In the afternoon, as they sat in the cosy study at home, the girl for the first time showed her grandfather the disloyal circulars, relating how indignant the Liberty Girls had been at encountering such dastardly opposition.
past form of “pass” — go across or through
From this reading Many were the looks of admiration and approval cast at the young girl this morning as she passed along the streets beside the old colonel.
the time that has elapsed
From this reading Mary Louise had always been a favorite in Dorfield, but the past week had made her a heroine in the eyes of all patriotic citizens.
patrioticadjectiveUS /ˌpeɪtriˈɑːtɪk/
inspired by love for your country
From this reading Mary Louise had always been a favorite in Dorfield, but the past week had made her a heroine in the eyes of all patriotic citizens.
proudlyadverbUS /ˈpraʊdli/
with pride; in a proud manner
From this reading UNCONVINCING TESTIMONY On Sunday "Gran'pa Jim," relieved of all worry, felt "quite himself again," as he expressed it, and the old gentleman strutted somewhat proudly as he marched to church with his lovely granddaughter beside him, although her uniform was to-day discarded for a neat tailor-suit.
to a degree (not used with a negative)
From this reading UNCONVINCING TESTIMONY On Sunday "Gran'pa Jim," relieved of all worry, felt "quite himself again," as he expressed it, and the old gentleman strutted somewhat proudly as he marched to church with his lovely granddaughter beside him, although her uniform was to-day discarded for a neat tailor-suit.
relatingverbUS /rɪˈleɪtɪŋ/
-ing form of “relate” — make a logical or causal connection
From this reading In the afternoon, as they sat in the cosy study at home, the girl for the first time showed her grandfather the disloyal circulars, relating how indignant the Liberty Girls had been at encountering such dastardly opposition.
(of pain or sorrow) made easier to bear
From this reading UNCONVINCING TESTIMONY On Sunday "Gran'pa Jim," relieved of all worry, felt "quite himself again," as he expressed it, and the old gentleman strutted somewhat proudly as he marched to church with his lovely granddaughter beside him, although her uniform was to-day discarded for a neat tailor-suit.
the seventh and last day of the week; observed as the Sabbath by Jews and some Christians
From this reading In the afternoon, as they sat in the cosy study at home, the girl for the first time showed her grandfather the disloyal circulars, relating how indignant the Liberty Girls had been at encountering such dastardly opposition.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Many were the looks of admiration and approval cast at the young girl this morning as she passed along the streets beside the old colonel.
past form of “show” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading In the afternoon, as they sat in the cosy study at home, the girl for the first time showed her grandfather the disloyal circulars, relating how indignant the Liberty Girls had been at encountering such dastardly opposition.
to a small degree or extent
From this reading UNCONVINCING TESTIMONY On Sunday "Gran'pa Jim," relieved of all worry, felt "quite himself again," as he expressed it, and the old gentleman strutted somewhat proudly as he marched to church with his lovely granddaughter beside him, although her uniform was to-day discarded for a neat tailor-suit.
plural of “street” — a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings
From this reading Many were the looks of admiration and approval cast at the young girl this morning as she passed along the streets beside the old colonel.
strutted
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From this reading UNCONVINCING TESTIMONY On Sunday "Gran'pa Jim," relieved of all worry, felt "quite himself again," as he expressed it, and the old gentleman strutted somewhat proudly as he marched to church with his lovely granddaughter beside him, although her uniform was to-day discarded for a neat tailor-suit.
produced or marked by conscious design or premeditation
From this reading Colonel Hathaway studied the circulars carefully.
a detailed critical inspection
From this reading In the afternoon, as they sat in the cosy study at home, the girl for the first time showed her grandfather the disloyal circulars, relating how indignant the Liberty Girls had been at encountering such dastardly opposition.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading In the afternoon, as they sat in the cosy study at home, the girl for the first time showed her grandfather the disloyal circulars, relating how indignant the Liberty Girls had been at encountering such dastardly opposition.
first day of the week; observed as a day of rest and worship by most Christians
From this reading UNCONVINCING TESTIMONY On Sunday "Gran'pa Jim," relieved of all worry, felt "quite himself again," as he expressed it, and the old gentleman strutted somewhat proudly as he marched to church with his lovely granddaughter beside him, although her uniform was to-day discarded for a neat tailor-suit.
tailor-suit
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From this reading UNCONVINCING TESTIMONY On Sunday "Gran'pa Jim," relieved of all worry, felt "quite himself again," as he expressed it, and the old gentleman strutted somewhat proudly as he marched to church with his lovely granddaughter beside him, although her uniform was to-day discarded for a neat tailor-suit.
TESTIMONYnounUS /ˈtestəmoʊni/
a solemn statement made under oath
From this reading UNCONVINCING TESTIMONY On Sunday "Gran'pa Jim," relieved of all worry, felt "quite himself again," as he expressed it, and the old gentleman strutted somewhat proudly as he marched to church with his lovely granddaughter beside him, although her uniform was to-day discarded for a neat tailor-suit.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading UNCONVINCING TESTIMONY On Sunday "Gran'pa Jim," relieved of all worry, felt "quite himself again," as he expressed it, and the old gentleman strutted somewhat proudly as he marched to church with his lovely granddaughter beside him, although her uniform was to-day discarded for a neat tailor-suit.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading In the afternoon, as they sat in the cosy study at home, the girl for the first time showed her grandfather the disloyal circulars, relating how indignant the Liberty Girls had been at encountering such dastardly opposition.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading Many were the looks of admiration and approval cast at the young girl this morning as she passed along the streets beside the old colonel.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading In the afternoon, as they sat in the cosy study at home, the girl for the first time showed her grandfather the disloyal circulars, relating how indignant the Liberty Girls had been at encountering such dastardly opposition.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading UNCONVINCING TESTIMONY On Sunday "Gran'pa Jim," relieved of all worry, felt "quite himself again," as he expressed it, and the old gentleman strutted somewhat proudly as he marched to church with his lovely granddaughter beside him, although her uniform was to-day discarded for a neat tailor-suit.
to-day
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From this reading UNCONVINCING TESTIMONY On Sunday "Gran'pa Jim," relieved of all worry, felt "quite himself again," as he expressed it, and the old gentleman strutted somewhat proudly as he marched to church with his lovely granddaughter beside him, although her uniform was to-day discarded for a neat tailor-suit.
UNCONVINCINGadjectiveUS /ˌʌnkənˈvɪnsɪŋ/
not convincing
From this reading UNCONVINCING TESTIMONY On Sunday "Gran'pa Jim," relieved of all worry, felt "quite himself again," as he expressed it, and the old gentleman strutted somewhat proudly as he marched to church with his lovely granddaughter beside him, although her uniform was to-day discarded for a neat tailor-suit.
uniformadjectiveUS /ˈjuːnəfɔːrm/
always the same; showing a single form or character in all occurrences
From this reading UNCONVINCING TESTIMONY On Sunday "Gran'pa Jim," relieved of all worry, felt "quite himself again," as he expressed it, and the old gentleman strutted somewhat proudly as he marched to church with his lovely granddaughter beside him, although her uniform was to-day discarded for a neat tailor-suit.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading UNCONVINCING TESTIMONY On Sunday "Gran'pa Jim," relieved of all worry, felt "quite himself again," as he expressed it, and the old gentleman strutted somewhat proudly as he marched to church with his lovely granddaughter beside him, although her uniform was to-day discarded for a neat tailor-suit.
any period of seven consecutive days
From this reading Mary Louise had always been a favorite in Dorfield, but the past week had made her a heroine in the eyes of all patriotic citizens.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Many were the looks of admiration and approval cast at the young girl this morning as she passed along the streets beside the old colonel.
in the company of; together with
From this reading UNCONVINCING TESTIMONY On Sunday "Gran'pa Jim," relieved of all worry, felt "quite himself again," as he expressed it, and the old gentleman strutted somewhat proudly as he marched to church with his lovely granddaughter beside him, although her uniform was to-day discarded for a neat tailor-suit.
be worried, concerned, anxious, troubled, or uneasy
From this reading UNCONVINCING TESTIMONY On Sunday "Gran'pa Jim," relieved of all worry, felt "quite himself again," as he expressed it, and the old gentleman strutted somewhat proudly as he marched to church with his lovely granddaughter beside him, although her uniform was to-day discarded for a neat tailor-suit.
(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth
From this reading Many were the looks of admiration and approval cast at the young girl this morning as she passed along the streets beside the old colonel.
