the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading JOHNNY IS MISTAKEN FOR AN ENEMY.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading His victory had been turned into defeat; and while he was lying on his bed, bound hand and foot, the burglars were making good their retreat from the village.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Johnny struggled desperately for his freedom, and shouted for help until he was too hoarse to speak; but the governor's own hands had tied the rope with which he was confined, and the only person within hearing of his calls was the watchman, who was as powerless as the clerk himself.
enter or assume a certain state or condition
From this reading Every instant of time was precious; for, of course, the longer the pursuit was delayed, the more difficult would it become to effect the capture of the robbers.
a piece of furniture that provides a place to sleep
From this reading His victory had been turned into defeat; and while he was lying on his bed, bound hand and foot, the burglars were making good their retreat from the village.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading His victory had been turned into defeat; and while he was lying on his bed, bound hand and foot, the burglars were making good their retreat from the village.
confined by bonds
From this reading His victory had been turned into defeat; and while he was lying on his bed, bound hand and foot, the burglars were making good their retreat from the village.
burglarsnounUS /ˈbɜːrɡlərz/
plural of “burglar” — a thief who enters a building with intent to steal
From this reading His victory had been turned into defeat; and while he was lying on his bed, bound hand and foot, the burglars were making good their retreat from the village.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Johnny struggled desperately for his freedom, and shouted for help until he was too hoarse to speak; but the governor's own hands had tied the rope with which he was confined, and the only person within hearing of his calls was the watchman, who was as powerless as the clerk himself.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Johnny Harding was greatly discouraged by the result of his conflict with the Crusoe men.
plural of “call” — a telephone connection
From this reading Johnny struggled desperately for his freedom, and shouted for help until he was too hoarse to speak; but the governor's own hands had tied the rope with which he was confined, and the only person within hearing of his calls was the watchman, who was as powerless as the clerk himself.
captureverbUS /ˈkæptʃər/
succeed in representing or expressing something intangible
From this reading Every instant of time was precious; for, of course, the longer the pursuit was delayed, the more difficult would it become to effect the capture of the robbers.
an employee who performs clerical work (e.g., keeps records or accounts)
From this reading Johnny struggled desperately for his freedom, and shouted for help until he was too hoarse to speak; but the governor's own hands had tied the rope with which he was confined, and the only person within hearing of his calls was the watchman, who was as powerless as the clerk himself.
confinedadjectiveUS /kənˈfaɪnd/
not invading healthy tissue
From this reading Johnny struggled desperately for his freedom, and shouted for help until he was too hoarse to speak; but the governor's own hands had tied the rope with which he was confined, and the only person within hearing of his calls was the watchman, who was as powerless as the clerk himself.
conflictnounUS /ˈkɑːnflɪkt/
an open clash between two opposing groups (or individuals)
From this reading Johnny Harding was greatly discouraged by the result of his conflict with the Crusoe men.
education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings
From this reading Every instant of time was precious; for, of course, the longer the pursuit was delayed, the more difficult would it become to effect the capture of the robbers.
Crusoe
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From this reading Johnny Harding was greatly discouraged by the result of his conflict with the Crusoe men.
defeatnounUS /dɪˈfiːt/
an unsuccessful ending to a struggle or contest
From this reading His victory had been turned into defeat; and while he was lying on his bed, bound hand and foot, the burglars were making good their retreat from the village.
delayedadjectiveUS /dɪˈleɪd/
not as far along as normal in development
From this reading Every instant of time was precious; for, of course, the longer the pursuit was delayed, the more difficult would it become to effect the capture of the robbers.
desperatelyadverbUS /ˈdespərətli/
with great urgency
From this reading Johnny struggled desperately for his freedom, and shouted for help until he was too hoarse to speak; but the governor's own hands had tied the rope with which he was confined, and the only person within hearing of his calls was the watchman, who was as powerless as the clerk himself.
not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure
From this reading Every instant of time was precious; for, of course, the longer the pursuit was delayed, the more difficult would it become to effect the capture of the robbers.
discouragedadjectiveUS /dɪˈskɜːrədʒd/
made less hopeful or enthusiastic
From this reading Johnny Harding was greatly discouraged by the result of his conflict with the Crusoe men.
a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon
From this reading Every instant of time was precious; for, of course, the longer the pursuit was delayed, the more difficult would it become to effect the capture of the robbers.
an opposing military force
From this reading JOHNNY IS MISTAKEN FOR AN ENEMY.
EverydeterminerUS /ˈevəri/
all the members of a group, with none left out
From this reading Every instant of time was precious; for, of course, the longer the pursuit was delayed, the more difficult would it become to effect the capture of the robbers.
the part of the leg of a human being below the ankle joint
From this reading His victory had been turned into defeat; and while he was lying on his bed, bound hand and foot, the burglars were making good their retreat from the village.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading JOHNNY IS MISTAKEN FOR AN ENEMY.
the condition of being free; the power to act or speak or think without externally imposed restraints
From this reading Johnny struggled desperately for his freedom, and shouted for help until he was too hoarse to speak; but the governor's own hands had tied the rope with which he was confined, and the only person within hearing of his calls was the watchman, who was as powerless as the clerk himself.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading His victory had been turned into defeat; and while he was lying on his bed, bound hand and foot, the burglars were making good their retreat from the village.
having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified
From this reading His victory had been turned into defeat; and while he was lying on his bed, bound hand and foot, the burglars were making good their retreat from the village.
governor'snounUS /ˈɡʌvərnərz/
possessive form of “governor” — the head of a state government
From this reading Johnny struggled desperately for his freedom, and shouted for help until he was too hoarse to speak; but the governor's own hands had tied the rope with which he was confined, and the only person within hearing of his calls was the watchman, who was as powerless as the clerk himself.
to an extraordinary extent or degree
From this reading Johnny Harding was greatly discouraged by the result of his conflict with the Crusoe men.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading His victory had been turned into defeat; and while he was lying on his bed, bound hand and foot, the burglars were making good their retreat from the village.
the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb
From this reading His victory had been turned into defeat; and while he was lying on his bed, bound hand and foot, the burglars were making good their retreat from the village.
(with “in”) guardianship over; in divorce cases it is the right to house and care for and discipline a child
From this reading Johnny struggled desperately for his freedom, and shouted for help until he was too hoarse to speak; but the governor's own hands had tied the rope with which he was confined, and the only person within hearing of his calls was the watchman, who was as powerless as the clerk himself.
HardingnounUS /ˈhɑːrdɪŋ/
29th President of the United States; two of his appointees were involved in the Teapot Dome scandal (1865-1823)
From this reading Johnny Harding was greatly discouraged by the result of his conflict with the Crusoe men.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading His victory had been turned into defeat; and while he was lying on his bed, bound hand and foot, the burglars were making good their retreat from the village.
(law) a proceeding (usually by a court) where evidence is taken for the purpose of determining an issue of fact and reaching a decision based on that evidence
From this reading Johnny struggled desperately for his freedom, and shouted for help until he was too hoarse to speak; but the governor's own hands had tied the rope with which he was confined, and the only person within hearing of his calls was the watchman, who was as powerless as the clerk himself.
give help or assistance; be of service
From this reading Johnny struggled desperately for his freedom, and shouted for help until he was too hoarse to speak; but the governor's own hands had tied the rope with which he was confined, and the only person within hearing of his calls was the watchman, who was as powerless as the clerk himself.
used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object
From this reading Johnny struggled desperately for his freedom, and shouted for help until he was too hoarse to speak; but the governor's own hands had tied the rope with which he was confined, and the only person within hearing of his calls was the watchman, who was as powerless as the clerk himself.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Johnny Harding was greatly discouraged by the result of his conflict with the Crusoe men.
hoarseadjectiveUS /hɔːrs/
deep and harsh sounding as if from shouting or illness or emotion
From this reading Johnny struggled desperately for his freedom, and shouted for help until he was too hoarse to speak; but the governor's own hands had tied the rope with which he was confined, and the only person within hearing of his calls was the watchman, who was as powerless as the clerk himself.
a very short time (as the time it takes the eye to blink or the heart to beat)
From this reading Every instant of time was precious; for, of course, the longer the pursuit was delayed, the more difficult would it become to effect the capture of the robbers.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading His victory had been turned into defeat; and while he was lying on his bed, bound hand and foot, the burglars were making good their retreat from the village.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading JOHNNY IS MISTAKEN FOR AN ENEMY.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Every instant of time was precious; for, of course, the longer the pursuit was delayed, the more difficult would it become to effect the capture of the robbers.
“Johnny” was applied as a nickname for Confederate soldiers by the Federal soldiers in the American Civil War; “greyback” derived from their grey Confederate uniforms
From this reading JOHNNY IS MISTAKEN FOR AN ENEMY.
for more time
From this reading Every instant of time was precious; for, of course, the longer the pursuit was delayed, the more difficult would it become to effect the capture of the robbers.
the deliberate act of deviating from the truth
From this reading His victory had been turned into defeat; and while he was lying on his bed, bound hand and foot, the burglars were making good their retreat from the village.
the act that results in something coming to be
From this reading His victory had been turned into defeat; and while he was lying on his bed, bound hand and foot, the burglars were making good their retreat from the village.
the force of workers available
From this reading Johnny Harding was greatly discouraged by the result of his conflict with the Crusoe men.
wrong in e.g. opinion or judgment
From this reading JOHNNY IS MISTAKEN FOR AN ENEMY.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading Every instant of time was precious; for, of course, the longer the pursuit was delayed, the more difficult would it become to effect the capture of the robbers.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Johnny Harding was greatly discouraged by the result of his conflict with the Crusoe men.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading His victory had been turned into defeat; and while he was lying on his bed, bound hand and foot, the burglars were making good their retreat from the village.
and nothing more
From this reading Johnny struggled desperately for his freedom, and shouted for help until he was too hoarse to speak; but the governor's own hands had tied the rope with which he was confined, and the only person within hearing of his calls was the watchman, who was as powerless as the clerk himself.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading Johnny struggled desperately for his freedom, and shouted for help until he was too hoarse to speak; but the governor's own hands had tied the rope with which he was confined, and the only person within hearing of his calls was the watchman, who was as powerless as the clerk himself.
a human being
From this reading Johnny struggled desperately for his freedom, and shouted for help until he was too hoarse to speak; but the governor's own hands had tied the rope with which he was confined, and the only person within hearing of his calls was the watchman, who was as powerless as the clerk himself.
powerlessadjectiveUS /ˈpaʊərləs/
lacking power
From this reading Johnny struggled desperately for his freedom, and shouted for help until he was too hoarse to speak; but the governor's own hands had tied the rope with which he was confined, and the only person within hearing of his calls was the watchman, who was as powerless as the clerk himself.
characterized by feeling or showing fond affection for
From this reading Every instant of time was precious; for, of course, the longer the pursuit was delayed, the more difficult would it become to effect the capture of the robbers.
the act of pursuing in an effort to overtake or capture
From this reading Every instant of time was precious; for, of course, the longer the pursuit was delayed, the more difficult would it become to effect the capture of the robbers.
a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon
From this reading Johnny Harding was greatly discouraged by the result of his conflict with the Crusoe men.
(military) withdrawal of troops to a more favorable position to escape the enemy's superior forces or after a defeat
From this reading His victory had been turned into defeat; and while he was lying on his bed, bound hand and foot, the burglars were making good their retreat from the village.
robbersnounUS /ˈrɒb.ərz/
Persons who steal from a person or place, especially using violence or threats.
From this reading Every instant of time was precious; for, of course, the longer the pursuit was delayed, the more difficult would it become to effect the capture of the robbers.
a strong line
From this reading Johnny struggled desperately for his freedom, and shouted for help until he was too hoarse to speak; but the governor's own hands had tied the rope with which he was confined, and the only person within hearing of his calls was the watchman, who was as powerless as the clerk himself.
in a vehement outcry
From this reading Johnny struggled desperately for his freedom, and shouted for help until he was too hoarse to speak; but the governor's own hands had tied the rope with which he was confined, and the only person within hearing of his calls was the watchman, who was as powerless as the clerk himself.
express in speech
From this reading Johnny struggled desperately for his freedom, and shouted for help until he was too hoarse to speak; but the governor's own hands had tied the rope with which he was confined, and the only person within hearing of his calls was the watchman, who was as powerless as the clerk himself.
struggledverbUS /ˈstrʌɡəld/
past form of “struggle” — make a strenuous or labored effort
From this reading Johnny struggled desperately for his freedom, and shouted for help until he was too hoarse to speak; but the governor's own hands had tied the rope with which he was confined, and the only person within hearing of his calls was the watchman, who was as powerless as the clerk himself.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Johnny Harding was greatly discouraged by the result of his conflict with the Crusoe men.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading His victory had been turned into defeat; and while he was lying on his bed, bound hand and foot, the burglars were making good their retreat from the village.
bound or secured closely
From this reading Johnny struggled desperately for his freedom, and shouted for help until he was too hoarse to speak; but the governor's own hands had tied the rope with which he was confined, and the only person within hearing of his calls was the watchman, who was as powerless as the clerk himself.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading Every instant of time was precious; for, of course, the longer the pursuit was delayed, the more difficult would it become to effect the capture of the robbers.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Every instant of time was precious; for, of course, the longer the pursuit was delayed, the more difficult would it become to effect the capture of the robbers.
to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits
From this reading Johnny struggled desperately for his freedom, and shouted for help until he was too hoarse to speak; but the governor's own hands had tied the rope with which he was confined, and the only person within hearing of his calls was the watchman, who was as powerless as the clerk himself.
moved around an axis or center
From this reading His victory had been turned into defeat; and while he was lying on his bed, bound hand and foot, the burglars were making good their retreat from the village.
untilprepositionUS /ənˈtɪl/
up to a particular time
From this reading Johnny struggled desperately for his freedom, and shouted for help until he was too hoarse to speak; but the governor's own hands had tied the rope with which he was confined, and the only person within hearing of his calls was the watchman, who was as powerless as the clerk himself.
a successful ending of a struggle or contest
From this reading His victory had been turned into defeat; and while he was lying on his bed, bound hand and foot, the burglars were making good their retreat from the village.
a community of people smaller than a town
From this reading His victory had been turned into defeat; and while he was lying on his bed, bound hand and foot, the burglars were making good their retreat from the village.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Johnny Harding was greatly discouraged by the result of his conflict with the Crusoe men.
watchmannounUS /ˈwɑːtʃmən/
a guard who keeps watch
From this reading Johnny struggled desperately for his freedom, and shouted for help until he was too hoarse to speak; but the governor's own hands had tied the rope with which he was confined, and the only person within hearing of his calls was the watchman, who was as powerless as the clerk himself.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading His victory had been turned into defeat; and while he was lying on his bed, bound hand and foot, the burglars were making good their retreat from the village.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading Johnny struggled desperately for his freedom, and shouted for help until he was too hoarse to speak; but the governor's own hands had tied the rope with which he was confined, and the only person within hearing of his calls was the watchman, who was as powerless as the clerk himself.
whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading His victory had been turned into defeat; and while he was lying on his bed, bound hand and foot, the burglars were making good their retreat from the village.
which person or people
From this reading Johnny struggled desperately for his freedom, and shouted for help until he was too hoarse to speak; but the governor's own hands had tied the rope with which he was confined, and the only person within hearing of his calls was the watchman, who was as powerless as the clerk himself.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Johnny Harding was greatly discouraged by the result of his conflict with the Crusoe men.
inside; before a period of time has passed
From this reading Johnny struggled desperately for his freedom, and shouted for help until he was too hoarse to speak; but the governor's own hands had tied the rope with which he was confined, and the only person within hearing of his calls was the watchman, who was as powerless as the clerk himself.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading Every instant of time was precious; for, of course, the longer the pursuit was delayed, the more difficult would it become to effect the capture of the robbers.
