used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading THE "WIDDY" IN GRAY In the slipshod procedure of Deputy Sam Hardley the professional policeman had an illustration of why the force of which he was a member was needed to supplement some county peace officers of the Dominion.
(of mail) marked with a destination
From this reading The fact that the victim's revolver had been fired once was noted, not by Hardley, but by the citizen addressed as Phil Brewster who, it developed, operated a freight packing business between Gold and the creeks.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading Although the fat official undoubtedly believed a commissioned officer of the mounted police had been murdered in cold blood while in the pursuit of duty, his handling of the ease proved most perfunctory.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading THE "WIDDY" IN GRAY In the slipshod procedure of Deputy Sam Hardley the professional policeman had an illustration of why the force of which he was a member was needed to supplement some county peace officers of the Dominion.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The fact that the victim's revolver had been fired once was noted, not by Hardley, but by the citizen addressed as Phil Brewster who, it developed, operated a freight packing business between Gold and the creeks.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading The fact that the victim's revolver had been fired once was noted, not by Hardley, but by the citizen addressed as Phil Brewster who, it developed, operated a freight packing business between Gold and the creeks.
BartnounUS /bɑːrt/
a member of the British order of honor; ranks below a baron but above a knight
From this reading Doubtless, the tragedy of the express driver had been handled with similar carelessness, and this unlucky Bart Caswell given every opportunity to launch his daring impersonation.
the act of overcoming or outdoing
From this reading There was no close study of the immediate surroundings; not even a beating of the bush to determine the point from which the fatal shot was fired.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading Although the fat official undoubtedly believed a commissioned officer of the mounted police had been murdered in cold blood while in the pursuit of duty, his handling of the ease proved most perfunctory.
past form of “believe” — accept as true; take to be true
From this reading Although the fat official undoubtedly believed a commissioned officer of the mounted police had been murdered in cold blood while in the pursuit of duty, his handling of the ease proved most perfunctory.
in the space, time, or range separating two things
From this reading The fact that the victim's revolver had been fired once was noted, not by Hardley, but by the citizen addressed as Phil Brewster who, it developed, operated a freight packing business between Gold and the creeks.
The red fluid that circulates in the heart and blood vessels.
From this reading Although the fat official undoubtedly believed a commissioned officer of the mounted police had been murdered in cold blood while in the pursuit of duty, his handling of the ease proved most perfunctory.
Brewster
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From this reading The fact that the victim's revolver had been fired once was noted, not by Hardley, but by the citizen addressed as Phil Brewster who, it developed, operated a freight packing business between Gold and the creeks.
a low woody perennial plant usually having several major stems
From this reading There was no close study of the immediate surroundings; not even a beating of the bush to determine the point from which the fatal shot was fired.
a commercial or industrial enterprise and the people who constitute it
From this reading The fact that the victim's revolver had been fired once was noted, not by Hardley, but by the citizen addressed as Phil Brewster who, it developed, operated a freight packing business between Gold and the creeks.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading The fact that the victim's revolver had been fired once was noted, not by Hardley, but by the citizen addressed as Phil Brewster who, it developed, operated a freight packing business between Gold and the creeks.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading The fact that the victim's revolver had been fired once was noted, not by Hardley, but by the citizen addressed as Phil Brewster who, it developed, operated a freight packing business between Gold and the creeks.
carelessnessnounUS /ˈkerləsnəs/
the quality of not being careful or taking pains
From this reading Doubtless, the tragedy of the express driver had been handled with similar carelessness, and this unlucky Bart Caswell given every opportunity to launch his daring impersonation.
Caswell
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From this reading Doubtless, the tragedy of the express driver had been handled with similar carelessness, and this unlucky Bart Caswell given every opportunity to launch his daring impersonation.
citizennounUS /ˈsɪtəzən/
a native or naturalized member of a state or other political community
From this reading The fact that the victim's revolver had been fired once was noted, not by Hardley, but by the citizen addressed as Phil Brewster who, it developed, operated a freight packing business between Gold and the creeks.
at or within a short distance in space or time or having elements near each other
From this reading There was no close study of the immediate surroundings; not even a beating of the bush to determine the point from which the fatal shot was fired.
having a low or inadequate temperature or feeling a sensation of coldness or having been made cold by e.g. ice or refrigeration
From this reading Although the fat official undoubtedly believed a commissioned officer of the mounted police had been murdered in cold blood while in the pursuit of duty, his handling of the ease proved most perfunctory.
commissionedadjectiveUS /kəˈmɪʃənd/
(of military officers) holding by virtue of a commission a rank of second lieutenant or ensign or above
From this reading Although the fat official undoubtedly believed a commissioned officer of the mounted police had been murdered in cold blood while in the pursuit of duty, his handling of the ease proved most perfunctory.
(United Kingdom) a region created by territorial division for the purpose of local government
From this reading THE "WIDDY" IN GRAY In the slipshod procedure of Deputy Sam Hardley the professional policeman had an illustration of why the force of which he was a member was needed to supplement some county peace officers of the Dominion.
creeksnounUS /kriːks/
plural of “creek” — a natural stream of water smaller than a river (and often a tributary of a river)
From this reading The fact that the victim's revolver had been fired once was noted, not by Hardley, but by the citizen addressed as Phil Brewster who, it developed, operated a freight packing business between Gold and the creeks.
a challenge to do something dangerous or foolhardy
From this reading Doubtless, the tragedy of the express driver had been handled with similar carelessness, and this unlucky Bart Caswell given every opportunity to launch his daring impersonation.
DeputynounUS /ˈdepjəti/
someone authorized to exercise the powers of sheriff in emergencies
From this reading THE "WIDDY" IN GRAY In the slipshod procedure of Deputy Sam Hardley the professional policeman had an illustration of why the force of which he was a member was needed to supplement some county peace officers of the Dominion.
determineverbUS /dəˈtɜːrmən/
establish after a calculation, investigation, experiment, survey, or study
From this reading There was no close study of the immediate surroundings; not even a beating of the bush to determine the point from which the fatal shot was fired.
developedadjectiveUS /dɪˈveləpt/
being changed over time so as to be e.g. stronger or more complete or more useful
From this reading The fact that the victim's revolver had been fired once was noted, not by Hardley, but by the citizen addressed as Phil Brewster who, it developed, operated a freight packing business between Gold and the creeks.
DominionnounUS /dəˈmɪnjən/
dominance or power through legal authority
From this reading THE "WIDDY" IN GRAY In the slipshod procedure of Deputy Sam Hardley the professional policeman had an illustration of why the force of which he was a member was needed to supplement some county peace officers of the Dominion.
without doubt; certainly
From this reading Doubtless, the tragedy of the express driver had been handled with similar carelessness, and this unlucky Bart Caswell given every opportunity to launch his daring impersonation.
the operator of a motor vehicle
From this reading Doubtless, the tragedy of the express driver had been handled with similar carelessness, and this unlucky Bart Caswell given every opportunity to launch his daring impersonation.
the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force
From this reading Although the fat official undoubtedly believed a commissioned officer of the mounted police had been murdered in cold blood while in the pursuit of duty, his handling of the ease proved most perfunctory.
move gently or carefully
From this reading Although the fat official undoubtedly believed a commissioned officer of the mounted police had been murdered in cold blood while in the pursuit of duty, his handling of the ease proved most perfunctory.
divisible by two
From this reading There was no close study of the immediate surroundings; not even a beating of the bush to determine the point from which the fatal shot was fired.
everydeterminerUS /ˈevəri/
all the members of a group, with none left out
From this reading Doubtless, the tragedy of the express driver had been handled with similar carelessness, and this unlucky Bart Caswell given every opportunity to launch his daring impersonation.
give expression to
From this reading Doubtless, the tragedy of the express driver had been handled with similar carelessness, and this unlucky Bart Caswell given every opportunity to launch his daring impersonation.
a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred
From this reading The fact that the victim's revolver had been fired once was noted, not by Hardley, but by the citizen addressed as Phil Brewster who, it developed, operated a freight packing business between Gold and the creeks.
having an (over)abundance of flesh
From this reading Although the fat official undoubtedly believed a commissioned officer of the mounted police had been murdered in cold blood while in the pursuit of duty, his handling of the ease proved most perfunctory.
fataladjectiveUS /ˈfeɪtəl/
bringing death
From this reading There was no close study of the immediate surroundings; not even a beating of the bush to determine the point from which the fatal shot was fired.
firedadjectiveUS /ˈfaɪərd/
having lost your job
From this reading There was no close study of the immediate surroundings; not even a beating of the bush to determine the point from which the fatal shot was fired.
a powerful effect or influence
From this reading THE "WIDDY" IN GRAY In the slipshod procedure of Deputy Sam Hardley the professional policeman had an illustration of why the force of which he was a member was needed to supplement some county peace officers of the Dominion.
freightnounUS /freɪt/
goods carried by a large vehicle
From this reading The fact that the victim's revolver had been fired once was noted, not by Hardley, but by the citizen addressed as Phil Brewster who, it developed, operated a freight packing business between Gold and the creeks.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading There was no close study of the immediate surroundings; not even a beating of the bush to determine the point from which the fatal shot was fired.
givenadjectiveUS /ˈɡɪvən/
acknowledged as a supposition
From this reading Doubtless, the tragedy of the express driver had been handled with similar carelessness, and this unlucky Bart Caswell given every opportunity to launch his daring impersonation.
coins made of gold
From this reading The fact that the victim's revolver had been fired once was noted, not by Hardley, but by the citizen addressed as Phil Brewster who, it developed, operated a freight packing business between Gold and the creeks.
a neutral achromatic color midway between white and black
From this reading THE "WIDDY" IN GRAY In the slipshod procedure of Deputy Sam Hardley the professional policeman had an illustration of why the force of which he was a member was needed to supplement some county peace officers of the Dominion.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading THE "WIDDY" IN GRAY In the slipshod procedure of Deputy Sam Hardley the professional policeman had an illustration of why the force of which he was a member was needed to supplement some county peace officers of the Dominion.
handledadjectiveUS /ˈhændəld/
having a usually specified type of handle
From this reading Doubtless, the tragedy of the express driver had been handled with similar carelessness, and this unlucky Bart Caswell given every opportunity to launch his daring impersonation.
handlingnounUS /ˈhændlɪŋ/
manual (or mechanical) carrying or moving or delivering or working with something
From this reading Although the fat official undoubtedly believed a commissioned officer of the mounted police had been murdered in cold blood while in the pursuit of duty, his handling of the ease proved most perfunctory.
Hardley
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading THE "WIDDY" IN GRAY In the slipshod procedure of Deputy Sam Hardley the professional policeman had an illustration of why the force of which he was a member was needed to supplement some county peace officers of the Dominion.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading THE "WIDDY" IN GRAY In the slipshod procedure of Deputy Sam Hardley the professional policeman had an illustration of why the force of which he was a member was needed to supplement some county peace officers of the Dominion.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Although the fat official undoubtedly believed a commissioned officer of the mounted police had been murdered in cold blood while in the pursuit of duty, his handling of the ease proved most perfunctory.
illustrationnounUS /ˌɪləˈstreɪʃən/
artwork that helps make something clear or attractive
From this reading THE "WIDDY" IN GRAY In the slipshod procedure of Deputy Sam Hardley the professional policeman had an illustration of why the force of which he was a member was needed to supplement some county peace officers of the Dominion.
of the present time and place
From this reading There was no close study of the immediate surroundings; not even a beating of the bush to determine the point from which the fatal shot was fired.
impersonationnounUS /ˌɪmpərsəˈneɪʃən/
a representation of a person that is exaggerated for comic effect
From this reading Doubtless, the tragedy of the express driver had been handled with similar carelessness, and this unlucky Bart Caswell given every opportunity to launch his daring impersonation.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading THE "WIDDY" IN GRAY In the slipshod procedure of Deputy Sam Hardley the professional policeman had an illustration of why the force of which he was a member was needed to supplement some county peace officers of the Dominion.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading The fact that the victim's revolver had been fired once was noted, not by Hardley, but by the citizen addressed as Phil Brewster who, it developed, operated a freight packing business between Gold and the creeks.
launchverbUS /lɔːntʃ/
set up or found
From this reading Doubtless, the tragedy of the express driver had been handled with similar carelessness, and this unlucky Bart Caswell given every opportunity to launch his daring impersonation.
one of the persons who compose a social group (especially individuals who have joined and participate in a group organization)
From this reading THE "WIDDY" IN GRAY In the slipshod procedure of Deputy Sam Hardley the professional policeman had an illustration of why the force of which he was a member was needed to supplement some county peace officers of the Dominion.
used to form the superlative
From this reading Although the fat official undoubtedly believed a commissioned officer of the mounted police had been murdered in cold blood while in the pursuit of duty, his handling of the ease proved most perfunctory.
assembled for use; especially by being attached to a support
From this reading Although the fat official undoubtedly believed a commissioned officer of the mounted police had been murdered in cold blood while in the pursuit of duty, his handling of the ease proved most perfunctory.
murderedadjectiveUS /ˈmɜːrdərd/
killed unlawfully
From this reading Although the fat official undoubtedly believed a commissioned officer of the mounted police had been murdered in cold blood while in the pursuit of duty, his handling of the ease proved most perfunctory.
necessary for relief or supply
From this reading THE "WIDDY" IN GRAY In the slipshod procedure of Deputy Sam Hardley the professional policeman had an illustration of why the force of which he was a member was needed to supplement some county peace officers of the Dominion.
not any; not one
From this reading There was no close study of the immediate surroundings; not even a beating of the bush to determine the point from which the fatal shot was fired.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading There was no close study of the immediate surroundings; not even a beating of the bush to determine the point from which the fatal shot was fired.
notedadjectiveUS /ˈnoʊtəd/
widely known and esteemed
From this reading The fact that the victim's revolver had been fired once was noted, not by Hardley, but by the citizen addressed as Phil Brewster who, it developed, operated a freight packing business between Gold and the creeks.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading THE "WIDDY" IN GRAY In the slipshod procedure of Deputy Sam Hardley the professional policeman had an illustration of why the force of which he was a member was needed to supplement some county peace officers of the Dominion.
any person in the armed services who holds a position of authority or command
From this reading Although the fat official undoubtedly believed a commissioned officer of the mounted police had been murdered in cold blood while in the pursuit of duty, his handling of the ease proved most perfunctory.
plural of “officer” — any person in the armed services who holds a position of authority or command
From this reading THE "WIDDY" IN GRAY In the slipshod procedure of Deputy Sam Hardley the professional policeman had an illustration of why the force of which he was a member was needed to supplement some county peace officers of the Dominion.
having official authority or sanction
From this reading Although the fat official undoubtedly believed a commissioned officer of the mounted police had been murdered in cold blood while in the pursuit of duty, his handling of the ease proved most perfunctory.
on one occasion
From this reading The fact that the victim's revolver had been fired once was noted, not by Hardley, but by the citizen addressed as Phil Brewster who, it developed, operated a freight packing business between Gold and the creeks.
operatedverbUS /ˈɑːpəreɪtəd/
past form of “operate” — direct or control; projects, businesses, etc.
From this reading The fact that the victim's revolver had been fired once was noted, not by Hardley, but by the citizen addressed as Phil Brewster who, it developed, operated a freight packing business between Gold and the creeks.
a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances
From this reading Doubtless, the tragedy of the express driver had been handled with similar carelessness, and this unlucky Bart Caswell given every opportunity to launch his daring impersonation.
packingnounUS /ˈpækɪŋ/
any material used especially to protect something
From this reading The fact that the victim's revolver had been fired once was noted, not by Hardley, but by the citizen addressed as Phil Brewster who, it developed, operated a freight packing business between Gold and the creeks.
the state prevailing during the absence of war
From this reading THE "WIDDY" IN GRAY In the slipshod procedure of Deputy Sam Hardley the professional policeman had an illustration of why the force of which he was a member was needed to supplement some county peace officers of the Dominion.
perfunctoryadjectiveUS /pərˈfʌŋktəri/
hasty and without attention to detail; not thorough
From this reading Although the fat official undoubtedly believed a commissioned officer of the mounted police had been murdered in cold blood while in the pursuit of duty, his handling of the ease proved most perfunctory.
Phil
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading The fact that the victim's revolver had been fired once was noted, not by Hardley, but by the citizen addressed as Phil Brewster who, it developed, operated a freight packing business between Gold and the creeks.
a geometric element that has position but no extension
From this reading There was no close study of the immediate surroundings; not even a beating of the bush to determine the point from which the fatal shot was fired.
the force of policemen and officers
From this reading Although the fat official undoubtedly believed a commissioned officer of the mounted police had been murdered in cold blood while in the pursuit of duty, his handling of the ease proved most perfunctory.
policemannounUS /pəˈliːsmən/
a member of a police force
From this reading THE "WIDDY" IN GRAY In the slipshod procedure of Deputy Sam Hardley the professional policeman had an illustration of why the force of which he was a member was needed to supplement some county peace officers of the Dominion.
procedurenounUS /prəˈsiːdʒər/
a particular course of action intended to achieve a result
From this reading THE "WIDDY" IN GRAY In the slipshod procedure of Deputy Sam Hardley the professional policeman had an illustration of why the force of which he was a member was needed to supplement some county peace officers of the Dominion.
professionaladjectiveUS /prəˈfeʃənəl/
engaged in a profession or engaging in as a profession or means of livelihood
From this reading THE "WIDDY" IN GRAY In the slipshod procedure of Deputy Sam Hardley the professional policeman had an illustration of why the force of which he was a member was needed to supplement some county peace officers of the Dominion.
established beyond doubt
From this reading Although the fat official undoubtedly believed a commissioned officer of the mounted police had been murdered in cold blood while in the pursuit of duty, his handling of the ease proved most perfunctory.
the act of pursuing in an effort to overtake or capture
From this reading Although the fat official undoubtedly believed a commissioned officer of the mounted police had been murdered in cold blood while in the pursuit of duty, his handling of the ease proved most perfunctory.
revolvernounUS /rɪˈvɑːlvər/
a pistol with a revolving cylinder (usually having six chambers for bullets)
From this reading The fact that the victim's revolver had been fired once was noted, not by Hardley, but by the citizen addressed as Phil Brewster who, it developed, operated a freight packing business between Gold and the creeks.
a guided missile fired from land or shipboard against an airborne target
From this reading THE "WIDDY" IN GRAY In the slipshod procedure of Deputy Sam Hardley the professional policeman had an illustration of why the force of which he was a member was needed to supplement some county peace officers of the Dominion.
the act of firing a projectile
From this reading There was no close study of the immediate surroundings; not even a beating of the bush to determine the point from which the fatal shot was fired.
marked by correspondence or resemblance
From this reading Doubtless, the tragedy of the express driver had been handled with similar carelessness, and this unlucky Bart Caswell given every opportunity to launch his daring impersonation.
slipshodadjectiveUS /ˈslɪpʃɑːd/
marked by great carelessness
From this reading THE "WIDDY" IN GRAY In the slipshod procedure of Deputy Sam Hardley the professional policeman had an illustration of why the force of which he was a member was needed to supplement some county peace officers of the Dominion.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading THE "WIDDY" IN GRAY In the slipshod procedure of Deputy Sam Hardley the professional policeman had an illustration of why the force of which he was a member was needed to supplement some county peace officers of the Dominion.
a detailed critical inspection
From this reading There was no close study of the immediate surroundings; not even a beating of the bush to determine the point from which the fatal shot was fired.
supplementnounUS /ˈsʌpləmənt/
textual matter that is added onto a publication; usually at the end
From this reading THE "WIDDY" IN GRAY In the slipshod procedure of Deputy Sam Hardley the professional policeman had an illustration of why the force of which he was a member was needed to supplement some county peace officers of the Dominion.
surroundingsnounUS /sərˈaʊndɪŋz/
the environmental condition
From this reading There was no close study of the immediate surroundings; not even a beating of the bush to determine the point from which the fatal shot was fired.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading The fact that the victim's revolver had been fired once was noted, not by Hardley, but by the citizen addressed as Phil Brewster who, it developed, operated a freight packing business between Gold and the creeks.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE "WIDDY" IN GRAY In the slipshod procedure of Deputy Sam Hardley the professional policeman had an illustration of why the force of which he was a member was needed to supplement some county peace officers of the Dominion.
in or at that place or location
From this reading There was no close study of the immediate surroundings; not even a beating of the bush to determine the point from which the fatal shot was fired.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading Doubtless, the tragedy of the express driver had been handled with similar carelessness, and this unlucky Bart Caswell given every opportunity to launch his daring impersonation.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading THE "WIDDY" IN GRAY In the slipshod procedure of Deputy Sam Hardley the professional policeman had an illustration of why the force of which he was a member was needed to supplement some county peace officers of the Dominion.
an event resulting in great loss and misfortune
From this reading Doubtless, the tragedy of the express driver had been handled with similar carelessness, and this unlucky Bart Caswell given every opportunity to launch his daring impersonation.
undoubtedlyadverbUS /ənˈdaʊtɪdli/
without doubt; certainly
From this reading Although the fat official undoubtedly believed a commissioned officer of the mounted police had been murdered in cold blood while in the pursuit of duty, his handling of the ease proved most perfunctory.
unluckyadjectiveUS /ənˈlʌki/
having or bringing misfortune
From this reading Doubtless, the tragedy of the express driver had been handled with similar carelessness, and this unlucky Bart Caswell given every opportunity to launch his daring impersonation.
victim'snounUS /ˈvɪktəmz/
possessive form of “victim” — an unfortunate person who suffers from some adverse circumstance
From this reading The fact that the victim's revolver had been fired once was noted, not by Hardley, but by the citizen addressed as Phil Brewster who, it developed, operated a freight packing business between Gold and the creeks.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading THE "WIDDY" IN GRAY In the slipshod procedure of Deputy Sam Hardley the professional policeman had an illustration of why the force of which he was a member was needed to supplement some county peace officers of the Dominion.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading THE "WIDDY" IN GRAY In the slipshod procedure of Deputy Sam Hardley the professional policeman had an illustration of why the force of which he was a member was needed to supplement some county peace officers of the Dominion.
whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading Although the fat official undoubtedly believed a commissioned officer of the mounted police had been murdered in cold blood while in the pursuit of duty, his handling of the ease proved most perfunctory.
which person or people
From this reading The fact that the victim's revolver had been fired once was noted, not by Hardley, but by the citizen addressed as Phil Brewster who, it developed, operated a freight packing business between Gold and the creeks.
the cause or intention underlying an action or situation, especially in the phrase “the whys and wherefores”
From this reading THE "WIDDY" IN GRAY In the slipshod procedure of Deputy Sam Hardley the professional policeman had an illustration of why the force of which he was a member was needed to supplement some county peace officers of the Dominion.
WIDDY
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading THE "WIDDY" IN GRAY In the slipshod procedure of Deputy Sam Hardley the professional policeman had an illustration of why the force of which he was a member was needed to supplement some county peace officers of the Dominion.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Doubtless, the tragedy of the express driver had been handled with similar carelessness, and this unlucky Bart Caswell given every opportunity to launch his daring impersonation.
