Chapter XX

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

From this reading EXPENSIVE GAMES WITH LITTLE OR NO EXPENSE Everybody plays =Ping Pong= Young and old alike enjoy the game whose object is merely to strike a small ball backward and forward over a net stretched across a table.

from one side of something to the other

From this reading EXPENSIVE GAMES WITH LITTLE OR NO EXPENSE Everybody plays =Ping Pong= Young and old alike enjoy the game whose object is merely to strike a small ball backward and forward over a net stretched across a table.

equally

From this reading EXPENSIVE GAMES WITH LITTLE OR NO EXPENSE Everybody plays =Ping Pong= Young and old alike enjoy the game whose object is merely to strike a small ball backward and forward over a net stretched across a table.

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

From this reading If you have never played the game it will seem very simple, but upon first trial you will probably realize that keeping the ball in motion is not as easy as it appears, for, instead of returning over the net in an orderly manner, the ball shows an uncontrollable inclination to jump down on the floor and hide in some obscure corner, thereby causing the player to enter reluctantly into a game of hide-and-seek with the tantalizing little object.

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

From this reading EXPENSIVE GAMES WITH LITTLE OR NO EXPENSE Everybody plays =Ping Pong= Young and old alike enjoy the game whose object is merely to strike a small ball backward and forward over a net stretched across a table.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading Any girl may have a set of Ping Pong, for she can make it at the cost of =Three Cents= The only thing in the game necessary to purchase is a celluloid ball, the price of which is three cents.

third-person singular of “appear” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading If you have never played the game it will seem very simple, but upon first trial you will probably realize that keeping the ball in motion is not as easy as it appears, for, instead of returning over the net in an orderly manner, the ball shows an uncontrollable inclination to jump down on the floor and hide in some obscure corner, thereby causing the player to enter reluctantly into a game of hide-and-seek with the tantalizing little object.

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

From this reading Other implements needed are two rackets, a net, and the frame or stakes supporting the net.

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

From this reading If you have never played the game it will seem very simple, but upon first trial you will probably realize that keeping the ball in motion is not as easy as it appears, for, instead of returning over the net in an orderly manner, the ball shows an uncontrollable inclination to jump down on the floor and hide in some obscure corner, thereby causing the player to enter reluctantly into a game of hide-and-seek with the tantalizing little object.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Any girl may have a set of Ping Pong, for she can make it at the cost of =Three Cents= The only thing in the game necessary to purchase is a celluloid ball, the price of which is three cents.

at or to or toward the back or rear

From this reading EXPENSIVE GAMES WITH LITTLE OR NO EXPENSE Everybody plays =Ping Pong= Young and old alike enjoy the game whose object is merely to strike a small ball backward and forward over a net stretched across a table.

round object that is hit or thrown or kicked in games

From this reading EXPENSIVE GAMES WITH LITTLE OR NO EXPENSE Everybody plays =Ping Pong= Young and old alike enjoy the game whose object is merely to strike a small ball backward and forward over a net stretched across a table.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading If you have never played the game it will seem very simple, but upon first trial you will probably realize that keeping the ball in motion is not as easy as it appears, for, instead of returning over the net in an orderly manner, the ball shows an uncontrollable inclination to jump down on the floor and hide in some obscure corner, thereby causing the player to enter reluctantly into a game of hide-and-seek with the tantalizing little object.

to be able to, or to be allowed to

From this reading Any girl may have a set of Ping Pong, for she can make it at the cost of =Three Cents= The only thing in the game necessary to purchase is a celluloid ball, the price of which is three cents.

the act of causing something to happen

From this reading If you have never played the game it will seem very simple, but upon first trial you will probably realize that keeping the ball in motion is not as easy as it appears, for, instead of returning over the net in an orderly manner, the ball shows an uncontrollable inclination to jump down on the floor and hide in some obscure corner, thereby causing the player to enter reluctantly into a game of hide-and-seek with the tantalizing little object.

highly flammable substance made from cellulose nitrate and camphor; used in e.g. motion-picture and X-ray film; its use has decreased with the development of nonflammable thermoplastics

From this reading Any girl may have a set of Ping Pong, for she can make it at the cost of =Three Cents= The only thing in the game necessary to purchase is a celluloid ball, the price of which is three cents.

plural of “cent” — a fractional monetary unit of several countries

From this reading Any girl may have a set of Ping Pong, for she can make it at the cost of =Three Cents= The only thing in the game necessary to purchase is a celluloid ball, the price of which is three cents.

power to direct or determine

From this reading However, it requires only slight practice to gain control of the ball, and the game is then very fascinating.

a place off to the side of an area

From this reading If you have never played the game it will seem very simple, but upon first trial you will probably realize that keeping the ball in motion is not as easy as it appears, for, instead of returning over the net in an orderly manner, the ball shows an uncontrollable inclination to jump down on the floor and hide in some obscure corner, thereby causing the player to enter reluctantly into a game of hide-and-seek with the tantalizing little object.

the total spent for goods or services including money and time and labor

From this reading Any girl may have a set of Ping Pong, for she can make it at the cost of =Three Cents= The only thing in the game necessary to purchase is a celluloid ball, the price of which is three cents.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading If you have never played the game it will seem very simple, but upon first trial you will probably realize that keeping the ball in motion is not as easy as it appears, for, instead of returning over the net in an orderly manner, the ball shows an uncontrollable inclination to jump down on the floor and hide in some obscure corner, thereby causing the player to enter reluctantly into a game of hide-and-seek with the tantalizing little object.

posing no difficulty; requiring little effort

From this reading If you have never played the game it will seem very simple, but upon first trial you will probably realize that keeping the ball in motion is not as easy as it appears, for, instead of returning over the net in an orderly manner, the ball shows an uncontrollable inclination to jump down on the floor and hide in some obscure corner, thereby causing the player to enter reluctantly into a game of hide-and-seek with the tantalizing little object.

derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in

From this reading EXPENSIVE GAMES WITH LITTLE OR NO EXPENSE Everybody plays =Ping Pong= Young and old alike enjoy the game whose object is merely to strike a small ball backward and forward over a net stretched across a table.

to come or go into

From this reading If you have never played the game it will seem very simple, but upon first trial you will probably realize that keeping the ball in motion is not as easy as it appears, for, instead of returning over the net in an orderly manner, the ball shows an uncontrollable inclination to jump down on the floor and hide in some obscure corner, thereby causing the player to enter reluctantly into a game of hide-and-seek with the tantalizing little object.

every person

From this reading EXPENSIVE GAMES WITH LITTLE OR NO EXPENSE Everybody plays =Ping Pong= Young and old alike enjoy the game whose object is merely to strike a small ball backward and forward over a net stretched across a table.

amounts paid for goods and services that may be currently tax deductible (as opposed to capital expenditures)

From this reading EXPENSIVE GAMES WITH LITTLE OR NO EXPENSE Everybody plays =Ping Pong= Young and old alike enjoy the game whose object is merely to strike a small ball backward and forward over a net stretched across a table.

high in price or charging high prices

From this reading EXPENSIVE GAMES WITH LITTLE OR NO EXPENSE Everybody plays =Ping Pong= Young and old alike enjoy the game whose object is merely to strike a small ball backward and forward over a net stretched across a table.

capable of arousing and holding the attention

From this reading However, it requires only slight practice to gain control of the ball, and the game is then very fascinating.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading If you have never played the game it will seem very simple, but upon first trial you will probably realize that keeping the ball in motion is not as easy as it appears, for, instead of returning over the net in an orderly manner, the ball shows an uncontrollable inclination to jump down on the floor and hide in some obscure corner, thereby causing the player to enter reluctantly into a game of hide-and-seek with the tantalizing little object.

the inside lower horizontal surface (as of a room, hallway, tent, or other structure)

From this reading If you have never played the game it will seem very simple, but upon first trial you will probably realize that keeping the ball in motion is not as easy as it appears, for, instead of returning over the net in an orderly manner, the ball shows an uncontrollable inclination to jump down on the floor and hide in some obscure corner, thereby causing the player to enter reluctantly into a game of hide-and-seek with the tantalizing little object.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading If you have never played the game it will seem very simple, but upon first trial you will probably realize that keeping the ball in motion is not as easy as it appears, for, instead of returning over the net in an orderly manner, the ball shows an uncontrollable inclination to jump down on the floor and hide in some obscure corner, thereby causing the player to enter reluctantly into a game of hide-and-seek with the tantalizing little object.

at or to or toward the front

From this reading EXPENSIVE GAMES WITH LITTLE OR NO EXPENSE Everybody plays =Ping Pong= Young and old alike enjoy the game whose object is merely to strike a small ball backward and forward over a net stretched across a table.

enclose in or as if in a frame

From this reading Other implements needed are two rackets, a net, and the frame or stakes supporting the net.

obtain

From this reading However, it requires only slight practice to gain control of the ball, and the game is then very fascinating.

a contest with rules to determine a winner

From this reading EXPENSIVE GAMES WITH LITTLE OR NO EXPENSE Everybody plays =Ping Pong= Young and old alike enjoy the game whose object is merely to strike a small ball backward and forward over a net stretched across a table.

plural of “game” — a contest with rules to determine a winner

From this reading EXPENSIVE GAMES WITH LITTLE OR NO EXPENSE Everybody plays =Ping Pong= Young and old alike enjoy the game whose object is merely to strike a small ball backward and forward over a net stretched across a table.

a young female

From this reading Any girl may have a set of Ping Pong, for she can make it at the cost of =Three Cents= The only thing in the game necessary to purchase is a celluloid ball, the price of which is three cents.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading If you have never played the game it will seem very simple, but upon first trial you will probably realize that keeping the ball in motion is not as easy as it appears, for, instead of returning over the net in an orderly manner, the ball shows an uncontrollable inclination to jump down on the floor and hide in some obscure corner, thereby causing the player to enter reluctantly into a game of hide-and-seek with the tantalizing little object.

prevent from being seen or discovered

From this reading If you have never played the game it will seem very simple, but upon first trial you will probably realize that keeping the ball in motion is not as easy as it appears, for, instead of returning over the net in an orderly manner, the ball shows an uncontrollable inclination to jump down on the floor and hide in some obscure corner, thereby causing the player to enter reluctantly into a game of hide-and-seek with the tantalizing little object.

a game in which a child covers his eyes while the other players hide then tries to find them

From this reading If you have never played the game it will seem very simple, but upon first trial you will probably realize that keeping the ball in motion is not as easy as it appears, for, instead of returning over the net in an orderly manner, the ball shows an uncontrollable inclination to jump down on the floor and hide in some obscure corner, thereby causing the player to enter reluctantly into a game of hide-and-seek with the tantalizing little object.

used to add a contrasting statement

From this reading However, it requires only slight practice to gain control of the ball, and the game is then very fascinating.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading If you have never played the game it will seem very simple, but upon first trial you will probably realize that keeping the ball in motion is not as easy as it appears, for, instead of returning over the net in an orderly manner, the ball shows an uncontrollable inclination to jump down on the floor and hide in some obscure corner, thereby causing the player to enter reluctantly into a game of hide-and-seek with the tantalizing little object.

plural of “implement” — instrumentation (a piece of equipment or tool) used to effect an end

From this reading Other implements needed are two rackets, a net, and the frame or stakes supporting the net.

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

From this reading If you have never played the game it will seem very simple, but upon first trial you will probably realize that keeping the ball in motion is not as easy as it appears, for, instead of returning over the net in an orderly manner, the ball shows an uncontrollable inclination to jump down on the floor and hide in some obscure corner, thereby causing the player to enter reluctantly into a game of hide-and-seek with the tantalizing little object.

an attitude of mind especially one that favors one alternative over others

From this reading If you have never played the game it will seem very simple, but upon first trial you will probably realize that keeping the ball in motion is not as easy as it appears, for, instead of returning over the net in an orderly manner, the ball shows an uncontrollable inclination to jump down on the floor and hide in some obscure corner, thereby causing the player to enter reluctantly into a game of hide-and-seek with the tantalizing little object.

in place of, or as an alternative to

From this reading If you have never played the game it will seem very simple, but upon first trial you will probably realize that keeping the ball in motion is not as easy as it appears, for, instead of returning over the net in an orderly manner, the ball shows an uncontrollable inclination to jump down on the floor and hide in some obscure corner, thereby causing the player to enter reluctantly into a game of hide-and-seek with the tantalizing little object.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading If you have never played the game it will seem very simple, but upon first trial you will probably realize that keeping the ball in motion is not as easy as it appears, for, instead of returning over the net in an orderly manner, the ball shows an uncontrollable inclination to jump down on the floor and hide in some obscure corner, thereby causing the player to enter reluctantly into a game of hide-and-seek with the tantalizing little object.

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

From this reading EXPENSIVE GAMES WITH LITTLE OR NO EXPENSE Everybody plays =Ping Pong= Young and old alike enjoy the game whose object is merely to strike a small ball backward and forward over a net stretched across a table.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading If you have never played the game it will seem very simple, but upon first trial you will probably realize that keeping the ball in motion is not as easy as it appears, for, instead of returning over the net in an orderly manner, the ball shows an uncontrollable inclination to jump down on the floor and hide in some obscure corner, thereby causing the player to enter reluctantly into a game of hide-and-seek with the tantalizing little object.

move forward by leaps and bounds

From this reading If you have never played the game it will seem very simple, but upon first trial you will probably realize that keeping the ball in motion is not as easy as it appears, for, instead of returning over the net in an orderly manner, the ball shows an uncontrollable inclination to jump down on the floor and hide in some obscure corner, thereby causing the player to enter reluctantly into a game of hide-and-seek with the tantalizing little object.

conformity or harmony

From this reading If you have never played the game it will seem very simple, but upon first trial you will probably realize that keeping the ball in motion is not as easy as it appears, for, instead of returning over the net in an orderly manner, the ball shows an uncontrollable inclination to jump down on the floor and hide in some obscure corner, thereby causing the player to enter reluctantly into a game of hide-and-seek with the tantalizing little object.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading EXPENSIVE GAMES WITH LITTLE OR NO EXPENSE Everybody plays =Ping Pong= Young and old alike enjoy the game whose object is merely to strike a small ball backward and forward over a net stretched across a table.

engage in

From this reading Any girl may have a set of Ping Pong, for she can make it at the cost of =Three Cents= The only thing in the game necessary to purchase is a celluloid ball, the price of which is three cents.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading If you have never played the game it will seem very simple, but upon first trial you will probably realize that keeping the ball in motion is not as easy as it appears, for, instead of returning over the net in an orderly manner, the ball shows an uncontrollable inclination to jump down on the floor and hide in some obscure corner, thereby causing the player to enter reluctantly into a game of hide-and-seek with the tantalizing little object.

used to say something is possible, or to give permission

From this reading Any girl may have a set of Ping Pong, for she can make it at the cost of =Three Cents= The only thing in the game necessary to purchase is a celluloid ball, the price of which is three cents.

and nothing more

From this reading EXPENSIVE GAMES WITH LITTLE OR NO EXPENSE Everybody plays =Ping Pong= Young and old alike enjoy the game whose object is merely to strike a small ball backward and forward over a net stretched across a table.

the use of movements (especially of the hands) to communicate familiar or prearranged signals

From this reading If you have never played the game it will seem very simple, but upon first trial you will probably realize that keeping the ball in motion is not as easy as it appears, for, instead of returning over the net in an orderly manner, the ball shows an uncontrollable inclination to jump down on the floor and hide in some obscure corner, thereby causing the player to enter reluctantly into a game of hide-and-seek with the tantalizing little object.

absolutely essential

From this reading Any girl may have a set of Ping Pong, for she can make it at the cost of =Three Cents= The only thing in the game necessary to purchase is a celluloid ball, the price of which is three cents.

necessary for relief or supply

From this reading Other implements needed are two rackets, a net, and the frame or stakes supporting the net.

a computer network consisting of a worldwide network of computer networks that use the TCP/IP network protocols to facilitate data transmission and exchange

From this reading EXPENSIVE GAMES WITH LITTLE OR NO EXPENSE Everybody plays =Ping Pong= Young and old alike enjoy the game whose object is merely to strike a small ball backward and forward over a net stretched across a table.

not ever; at no time in the past or future

From this reading If you have never played the game it will seem very simple, but upon first trial you will probably realize that keeping the ball in motion is not as easy as it appears, for, instead of returning over the net in an orderly manner, the ball shows an uncontrollable inclination to jump down on the floor and hide in some obscure corner, thereby causing the player to enter reluctantly into a game of hide-and-seek with the tantalizing little object.

not any; not one

From this reading EXPENSIVE GAMES WITH LITTLE OR NO EXPENSE Everybody plays =Ping Pong= Young and old alike enjoy the game whose object is merely to strike a small ball backward and forward over a net stretched across a table.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading If you have never played the game it will seem very simple, but upon first trial you will probably realize that keeping the ball in motion is not as easy as it appears, for, instead of returning over the net in an orderly manner, the ball shows an uncontrollable inclination to jump down on the floor and hide in some obscure corner, thereby causing the player to enter reluctantly into a game of hide-and-seek with the tantalizing little object.

a tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow

From this reading EXPENSIVE GAMES WITH LITTLE OR NO EXPENSE Everybody plays =Ping Pong= Young and old alike enjoy the game whose object is merely to strike a small ball backward and forward over a net stretched across a table.

make less visible or unclear

From this reading If you have never played the game it will seem very simple, but upon first trial you will probably realize that keeping the ball in motion is not as easy as it appears, for, instead of returning over the net in an orderly manner, the ball shows an uncontrollable inclination to jump down on the floor and hide in some obscure corner, thereby causing the player to enter reluctantly into a game of hide-and-seek with the tantalizing little object.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading If you have never played the game it will seem very simple, but upon first trial you will probably realize that keeping the ball in motion is not as easy as it appears, for, instead of returning over the net in an orderly manner, the ball shows an uncontrollable inclination to jump down on the floor and hide in some obscure corner, thereby causing the player to enter reluctantly into a game of hide-and-seek with the tantalizing little object.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading EXPENSIVE GAMES WITH LITTLE OR NO EXPENSE Everybody plays =Ping Pong= Young and old alike enjoy the game whose object is merely to strike a small ball backward and forward over a net stretched across a table.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading If you have never played the game it will seem very simple, but upon first trial you will probably realize that keeping the ball in motion is not as easy as it appears, for, instead of returning over the net in an orderly manner, the ball shows an uncontrollable inclination to jump down on the floor and hide in some obscure corner, thereby causing the player to enter reluctantly into a game of hide-and-seek with the tantalizing little object.

and nothing more

From this reading However, it requires only slight practice to gain control of the ball, and the game is then very fascinating.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading EXPENSIVE GAMES WITH LITTLE OR NO EXPENSE Everybody plays =Ping Pong= Young and old alike enjoy the game whose object is merely to strike a small ball backward and forward over a net stretched across a table.

a soldier who serves as an attendant to a superior officer

From this reading If you have never played the game it will seem very simple, but upon first trial you will probably realize that keeping the ball in motion is not as easy as it appears, for, instead of returning over the net in an orderly manner, the ball shows an uncontrollable inclination to jump down on the floor and hide in some obscure corner, thereby causing the player to enter reluctantly into a game of hide-and-seek with the tantalizing little object.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading Other implements needed are two rackets, a net, and the frame or stakes supporting the net.

above and across; more than

From this reading EXPENSIVE GAMES WITH LITTLE OR NO EXPENSE Everybody plays =Ping Pong= Young and old alike enjoy the game whose object is merely to strike a small ball backward and forward over a net stretched across a table.

hit with a pinging noise

From this reading EXPENSIVE GAMES WITH LITTLE OR NO EXPENSE Everybody plays =Ping Pong= Young and old alike enjoy the game whose object is merely to strike a small ball backward and forward over a net stretched across a table.

(of games) engaged in

From this reading If you have never played the game it will seem very simple, but upon first trial you will probably realize that keeping the ball in motion is not as easy as it appears, for, instead of returning over the net in an orderly manner, the ball shows an uncontrollable inclination to jump down on the floor and hide in some obscure corner, thereby causing the player to enter reluctantly into a game of hide-and-seek with the tantalizing little object.

a person who participates in or is skilled at some game

From this reading If you have never played the game it will seem very simple, but upon first trial you will probably realize that keeping the ball in motion is not as easy as it appears, for, instead of returning over the net in an orderly manner, the ball shows an uncontrollable inclination to jump down on the floor and hide in some obscure corner, thereby causing the player to enter reluctantly into a game of hide-and-seek with the tantalizing little object.

plural of “play” — a dramatic work intended for performance by actors on a stage

From this reading EXPENSIVE GAMES WITH LITTLE OR NO EXPENSE Everybody plays =Ping Pong= Young and old alike enjoy the game whose object is merely to strike a small ball backward and forward over a net stretched across a table.

an unpleasant smell

From this reading EXPENSIVE GAMES WITH LITTLE OR NO EXPENSE Everybody plays =Ping Pong= Young and old alike enjoy the game whose object is merely to strike a small ball backward and forward over a net stretched across a table.

a customary way of operation or behavior

From this reading However, it requires only slight practice to gain control of the ball, and the game is then very fascinating.

the property of having material worth (often indicated by the amount of money something would bring if sold)

From this reading Any girl may have a set of Ping Pong, for she can make it at the cost of =Three Cents= The only thing in the game necessary to purchase is a celluloid ball, the price of which is three cents.

with considerable certainty; without much doubt

From this reading If you have never played the game it will seem very simple, but upon first trial you will probably realize that keeping the ball in motion is not as easy as it appears, for, instead of returning over the net in an orderly manner, the ball shows an uncontrollable inclination to jump down on the floor and hide in some obscure corner, thereby causing the player to enter reluctantly into a game of hide-and-seek with the tantalizing little object.

the acquisition of something for payment

From this reading Any girl may have a set of Ping Pong, for she can make it at the cost of =Three Cents= The only thing in the game necessary to purchase is a celluloid ball, the price of which is three cents.

plural of “racket” — a loud and disturbing noise

From this reading Other implements needed are two rackets, a net, and the frame or stakes supporting the net.

be fully aware or cognizant of

From this reading If you have never played the game it will seem very simple, but upon first trial you will probably realize that keeping the ball in motion is not as easy as it appears, for, instead of returning over the net in an orderly manner, the ball shows an uncontrollable inclination to jump down on the floor and hide in some obscure corner, thereby causing the player to enter reluctantly into a game of hide-and-seek with the tantalizing little object.

with reluctance

From this reading If you have never played the game it will seem very simple, but upon first trial you will probably realize that keeping the ball in motion is not as easy as it appears, for, instead of returning over the net in an orderly manner, the ball shows an uncontrollable inclination to jump down on the floor and hide in some obscure corner, thereby causing the player to enter reluctantly into a game of hide-and-seek with the tantalizing little object.

third-person singular of “require” — require as useful, just, or proper

From this reading However, it requires only slight practice to gain control of the ball, and the game is then very fascinating.

tending to return to an earlier state

From this reading If you have never played the game it will seem very simple, but upon first trial you will probably realize that keeping the ball in motion is not as easy as it appears, for, instead of returning over the net in an orderly manner, the ball shows an uncontrollable inclination to jump down on the floor and hide in some obscure corner, thereby causing the player to enter reluctantly into a game of hide-and-seek with the tantalizing little object.

give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading If you have never played the game it will seem very simple, but upon first trial you will probably realize that keeping the ball in motion is not as easy as it appears, for, instead of returning over the net in an orderly manner, the ball shows an uncontrollable inclination to jump down on the floor and hide in some obscure corner, thereby causing the player to enter reluctantly into a game of hide-and-seek with the tantalizing little object.

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading Any girl may have a set of Ping Pong, for she can make it at the cost of =Three Cents= The only thing in the game necessary to purchase is a celluloid ball, the price of which is three cents.

a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading Any girl may have a set of Ping Pong, for she can make it at the cost of =Three Cents= The only thing in the game necessary to purchase is a celluloid ball, the price of which is three cents.

plural of “show” — the act of publicly exhibiting or entertaining

From this reading If you have never played the game it will seem very simple, but upon first trial you will probably realize that keeping the ball in motion is not as easy as it appears, for, instead of returning over the net in an orderly manner, the ball shows an uncontrollable inclination to jump down on the floor and hide in some obscure corner, thereby causing the player to enter reluctantly into a game of hide-and-seek with the tantalizing little object.

having few parts; not complex or complicated or involved

From this reading If you have never played the game it will seem very simple, but upon first trial you will probably realize that keeping the ball in motion is not as easy as it appears, for, instead of returning over the net in an orderly manner, the ball shows an uncontrollable inclination to jump down on the floor and hide in some obscure corner, thereby causing the player to enter reluctantly into a game of hide-and-seek with the tantalizing little object.

a deliberate discourteous act (usually as an expression of anger or disapproval)

From this reading However, it requires only slight practice to gain control of the ball, and the game is then very fascinating.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading EXPENSIVE GAMES WITH LITTLE OR NO EXPENSE Everybody plays =Ping Pong= Young and old alike enjoy the game whose object is merely to strike a small ball backward and forward over a net stretched across a table.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading If you have never played the game it will seem very simple, but upon first trial you will probably realize that keeping the ball in motion is not as easy as it appears, for, instead of returning over the net in an orderly manner, the ball shows an uncontrollable inclination to jump down on the floor and hide in some obscure corner, thereby causing the player to enter reluctantly into a game of hide-and-seek with the tantalizing little object.

the money risked on a gamble

From this reading Other implements needed are two rackets, a net, and the frame or stakes supporting the net.

(of muscles) relieved of stiffness by stretching

From this reading EXPENSIVE GAMES WITH LITTLE OR NO EXPENSE Everybody plays =Ping Pong= Young and old alike enjoy the game whose object is merely to strike a small ball backward and forward over a net stretched across a table.

deliver a sharp blow, as with the hand, fist, or weapon

From this reading EXPENSIVE GAMES WITH LITTLE OR NO EXPENSE Everybody plays =Ping Pong= Young and old alike enjoy the game whose object is merely to strike a small ball backward and forward over a net stretched across a table.

furnishing support and encouragement

From this reading Other implements needed are two rackets, a net, and the frame or stakes supporting the net.

a set of data arranged in rows and columns

From this reading EXPENSIVE GAMES WITH LITTLE OR NO EXPENSE Everybody plays =Ping Pong= Young and old alike enjoy the game whose object is merely to strike a small ball backward and forward over a net stretched across a table.

arousing desire or expectation for something unattainable or mockingly out of reach

From this reading If you have never played the game it will seem very simple, but upon first trial you will probably realize that keeping the ball in motion is not as easy as it appears, for, instead of returning over the net in an orderly manner, the ball shows an uncontrollable inclination to jump down on the floor and hide in some obscure corner, thereby causing the player to enter reluctantly into a game of hide-and-seek with the tantalizing little object.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading If you have never played the game it will seem very simple, but upon first trial you will probably realize that keeping the ball in motion is not as easy as it appears, for, instead of returning over the net in an orderly manner, the ball shows an uncontrollable inclination to jump down on the floor and hide in some obscure corner, thereby causing the player to enter reluctantly into a game of hide-and-seek with the tantalizing little object.

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

From this reading EXPENSIVE GAMES WITH LITTLE OR NO EXPENSE Everybody plays =Ping Pong= Young and old alike enjoy the game whose object is merely to strike a small ball backward and forward over a net stretched across a table.

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading However, it requires only slight practice to gain control of the ball, and the game is then very fascinating.

by that means or because of that

From this reading If you have never played the game it will seem very simple, but upon first trial you will probably realize that keeping the ball in motion is not as easy as it appears, for, instead of returning over the net in an orderly manner, the ball shows an uncontrollable inclination to jump down on the floor and hide in some obscure corner, thereby causing the player to enter reluctantly into a game of hide-and-seek with the tantalizing little object.

a special situation

From this reading Any girl may have a set of Ping Pong, for she can make it at the cost of =Three Cents= The only thing in the game necessary to purchase is a celluloid ball, the price of which is three cents.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one

From this reading Any girl may have a set of Ping Pong, for she can make it at the cost of =Three Cents= The only thing in the game necessary to purchase is a celluloid ball, the price of which is three cents.

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

From this reading EXPENSIVE GAMES WITH LITTLE OR NO EXPENSE Everybody plays =Ping Pong= Young and old alike enjoy the game whose object is merely to strike a small ball backward and forward over a net stretched across a table.

the act of testing something

From this reading If you have never played the game it will seem very simple, but upon first trial you will probably realize that keeping the ball in motion is not as easy as it appears, for, instead of returning over the net in an orderly manner, the ball shows an uncontrollable inclination to jump down on the floor and hide in some obscure corner, thereby causing the player to enter reluctantly into a game of hide-and-seek with the tantalizing little object.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading Other implements needed are two rackets, a net, and the frame or stakes supporting the net.

difficult to solve or alleviate

From this reading If you have never played the game it will seem very simple, but upon first trial you will probably realize that keeping the ball in motion is not as easy as it appears, for, instead of returning over the net in an orderly manner, the ball shows an uncontrollable inclination to jump down on the floor and hide in some obscure corner, thereby causing the player to enter reluctantly into a game of hide-and-seek with the tantalizing little object.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading If you have never played the game it will seem very simple, but upon first trial you will probably realize that keeping the ball in motion is not as easy as it appears, for, instead of returning over the net in an orderly manner, the ball shows an uncontrollable inclination to jump down on the floor and hide in some obscure corner, thereby causing the player to enter reluctantly into a game of hide-and-seek with the tantalizing little object.

precisely as stated

From this reading If you have never played the game it will seem very simple, but upon first trial you will probably realize that keeping the ball in motion is not as easy as it appears, for, instead of returning over the net in an orderly manner, the ball shows an uncontrollable inclination to jump down on the floor and hide in some obscure corner, thereby causing the player to enter reluctantly into a game of hide-and-seek with the tantalizing little object.

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

From this reading Any girl may have a set of Ping Pong, for she can make it at the cost of =Three Cents= The only thing in the game necessary to purchase is a celluloid ball, the price of which is three cents.

belonging to which person

From this reading EXPENSIVE GAMES WITH LITTLE OR NO EXPENSE Everybody plays =Ping Pong= Young and old alike enjoy the game whose object is merely to strike a small ball backward and forward over a net stretched across a table.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading If you have never played the game it will seem very simple, but upon first trial you will probably realize that keeping the ball in motion is not as easy as it appears, for, instead of returning over the net in an orderly manner, the ball shows an uncontrollable inclination to jump down on the floor and hide in some obscure corner, thereby causing the player to enter reluctantly into a game of hide-and-seek with the tantalizing little object.

in the company of; together with

From this reading EXPENSIVE GAMES WITH LITTLE OR NO EXPENSE Everybody plays =Ping Pong= Young and old alike enjoy the game whose object is merely to strike a small ball backward and forward over a net stretched across a table.

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading If you have never played the game it will seem very simple, but upon first trial you will probably realize that keeping the ball in motion is not as easy as it appears, for, instead of returning over the net in an orderly manner, the ball shows an uncontrollable inclination to jump down on the floor and hide in some obscure corner, thereby causing the player to enter reluctantly into a game of hide-and-seek with the tantalizing little object.

(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth

From this reading EXPENSIVE GAMES WITH LITTLE OR NO EXPENSE Everybody plays =Ping Pong= Young and old alike enjoy the game whose object is merely to strike a small ball backward and forward over a net stretched across a table.