Chapter I · Chapter 1

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From this reading 108 Mr. Thorndike stood irresolute, and then sank back into his chair 116 "Do I look as easy as that, or are you just naturally foolish?"

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From this reading 108 Mr. Thorndike stood irresolute, and then sank back into his chair 116 "Do I look as easy as that, or are you just naturally foolish?"

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From this reading 182 She was easily the prettiest and most striking-looking woman in the room 188 Of the school of earnest young writers at whom the word muckraker had been thrown in opprobrium, and by whom it had been caught up as a title of honor, Everett was among the younger and less conspicuous.

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From this reading 182 She was easily the prettiest and most striking-looking woman in the room 188 Of the school of earnest young writers at whom the word muckraker had been thrown in opprobrium, and by whom it had been caught up as a title of honor, Everett was among the younger and less conspicuous.

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From this reading _Frontispiece_ Schnitzel was smiling to himself 52 "Schnitzel, you certainly are a magnificent liar" 58 "I think," said Ainsley, "they have lost their way" 90 "Was it you," demanded young Andrews, in a puzzled tone, "or your brother who tried to knife me?"

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From this reading _Frontispiece_ Schnitzel was smiling to himself 52 "Schnitzel, you certainly are a magnificent liar" 58 "I think," said Ainsley, "they have lost their way" 90 "Was it you," demanded young Andrews, in a puzzled tone, "or your brother who tried to knife me?"

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From this reading _Frontispiece_ Schnitzel was smiling to himself 52 "Schnitzel, you certainly are a magnificent liar" 58 "I think," said Ainsley, "they have lost their way" 90 "Was it you," demanded young Andrews, in a puzzled tone, "or your brother who tried to knife me?"

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

From this reading _Frontispiece_ Schnitzel was smiling to himself 52 "Schnitzel, you certainly are a magnificent liar" 58 "I think," said Ainsley, "they have lost their way" 90 "Was it you," demanded young Andrews, in a puzzled tone, "or your brother who tried to knife me?"

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From this reading _Frontispiece_ Schnitzel was smiling to himself 52 "Schnitzel, you certainly are a magnificent liar" 58 "I think," said Ainsley, "they have lost their way" 90 "Was it you," demanded young Andrews, in a puzzled tone, "or your brother who tried to knife me?"

at all times; all the time and on every occasion

From this reading But, if in his skirmishes with graft and corruption he had failed to correct the evils he attacked, from the contests he himself had always emerged with credit.

surrounded by; in the middle of a group

From this reading 182 She was easily the prettiest and most striking-looking woman in the room 188 Of the school of earnest young writers at whom the word muckraker had been thrown in opprobrium, and by whom it had been caught up as a title of honor, Everett was among the younger and less conspicuous.

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

From this reading 108 Mr. Thorndike stood irresolute, and then sank back into his chair 116 "Do I look as easy as that, or are you just naturally foolish?"

United States naturalist who contributed to paleontology and geology (1884-1960)

From this reading _Frontispiece_ Schnitzel was smiling to himself 52 "Schnitzel, you certainly are a magnificent liar" 58 "I think," said Ainsley, "they have lost their way" 90 "Was it you," demanded young Andrews, in a puzzled tone, "or your brother who tried to knife me?"

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

From this reading _Frontispiece_ Schnitzel was smiling to himself 52 "Schnitzel, you certainly are a magnificent liar" 58 "I think," said Ainsley, "they have lost their way" 90 "Was it you," demanded young Andrews, in a puzzled tone, "or your brother who tried to knife me?"

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

From this reading 108 Mr. Thorndike stood irresolute, and then sank back into his chair 116 "Do I look as easy as that, or are you just naturally foolish?"

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading 182 She was easily the prettiest and most striking-looking woman in the room 188 Of the school of earnest young writers at whom the word muckraker had been thrown in opprobrium, and by whom it had been caught up as a title of honor, Everett was among the younger and less conspicuous.

past form of “attack” — launch an attack or assault on; begin hostilities or start warfare with

From this reading But, if in his skirmishes with graft and corruption he had failed to correct the evils he attacked, from the contests he himself had always emerged with credit.

in or to or toward a former location

From this reading 108 Mr. Thorndike stood irresolute, and then sank back into his chair 116 "Do I look as easy as that, or are you just naturally foolish?"

the past participle of “be”

From this reading 182 She was easily the prettiest and most striking-looking woman in the room 188 Of the school of earnest young writers at whom the word muckraker had been thrown in opprobrium, and by whom it had been caught up as a title of honor, Everett was among the younger and less conspicuous.

a male with the same parents as someone else

From this reading _Frontispiece_ Schnitzel was smiling to himself 52 "Schnitzel, you certainly are a magnificent liar" 58 "I think," said Ainsley, "they have lost their way" 90 "Was it you," demanded young Andrews, in a puzzled tone, "or your brother who tried to knife me?"

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading But, if in his skirmishes with graft and corruption he had failed to correct the evils he attacked, from the contests he himself had always emerged with credit.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading 182 She was easily the prettiest and most striking-looking woman in the room 188 Of the school of earnest young writers at whom the word muckraker had been thrown in opprobrium, and by whom it had been caught up as a title of honor, Everett was among the younger and less conspicuous.

inflected form of “catch” — discover or come upon accidentally, suddenly, or unexpectedly; catch somebody doing something or in a certain state

From this reading 182 She was easily the prettiest and most striking-looking woman in the room 188 Of the school of earnest young writers at whom the word muckraker had been thrown in opprobrium, and by whom it had been caught up as a title of honor, Everett was among the younger and less conspicuous.

definitely or positively (“sure” is sometimes used informally for “surely”)

From this reading _Frontispiece_ Schnitzel was smiling to himself 52 "Schnitzel, you certainly are a magnificent liar" 58 "I think," said Ainsley, "they have lost their way" 90 "Was it you," demanded young Andrews, in a puzzled tone, "or your brother who tried to knife me?"

a seat for one person, with a support for the back

From this reading 108 Mr. Thorndike stood irresolute, and then sank back into his chair 116 "Do I look as easy as that, or are you just naturally foolish?"

obvious to the eye or mind

From this reading 182 She was easily the prettiest and most striking-looking woman in the room 188 Of the school of earnest young writers at whom the word muckraker had been thrown in opprobrium, and by whom it had been caught up as a title of honor, Everett was among the younger and less conspicuous.

plural of “contest” — an occasion on which a winner is selected from among two or more contestants

From this reading But, if in his skirmishes with graft and corruption he had failed to correct the evils he attacked, from the contests he himself had always emerged with credit.

make right or correct

From this reading But, if in his skirmishes with graft and corruption he had failed to correct the evils he attacked, from the contests he himself had always emerged with credit.

lack of integrity or honesty (especially susceptibility to bribery); use of a position of trust for dishonest gain

From this reading But, if in his skirmishes with graft and corruption he had failed to correct the evils he attacked, from the contests he himself had always emerged with credit.

approval

From this reading But, if in his skirmishes with graft and corruption he had failed to correct the evils he attacked, from the contests he himself had always emerged with credit.

past form of “demand” — request urgently and forcefully

From this reading _Frontispiece_ Schnitzel was smiling to himself 52 "Schnitzel, you certainly are a magnificent liar" 58 "I think," said Ainsley, "they have lost their way" 90 "Was it you," demanded young Andrews, in a puzzled tone, "or your brother who tried to knife me?"

the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives

From this reading "Then, how did you suppose your sister was going to read it?"

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading 108 Mr. Thorndike stood irresolute, and then sank back into his chair 116 "Do I look as easy as that, or are you just naturally foolish?"

characterized by a firm and humorless belief in the validity of your opinions

From this reading 182 She was easily the prettiest and most striking-looking woman in the room 188 Of the school of earnest young writers at whom the word muckraker had been thrown in opprobrium, and by whom it had been caught up as a title of honor, Everett was among the younger and less conspicuous.

with ease (“easy” is sometimes used informally for “easily”)

From this reading 182 She was easily the prettiest and most striking-looking woman in the room 188 Of the school of earnest young writers at whom the word muckraker had been thrown in opprobrium, and by whom it had been caught up as a title of honor, Everett was among the younger and less conspicuous.

posing no difficulty; requiring little effort

From this reading 108 Mr. Thorndike stood irresolute, and then sank back into his chair 116 "Do I look as easy as that, or are you just naturally foolish?"

past form of “emerge” — come out into view, as from concealment

From this reading But, if in his skirmishes with graft and corruption he had failed to correct the evils he attacked, from the contests he himself had always emerged with credit.

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From this reading 182 She was easily the prettiest and most striking-looking woman in the room 188 Of the school of earnest young writers at whom the word muckraker had been thrown in opprobrium, and by whom it had been caught up as a title of honor, Everett was among the younger and less conspicuous.

plural of “evil” — morally objectionable behavior

From this reading But, if in his skirmishes with graft and corruption he had failed to correct the evils he attacked, from the contests he himself had always emerged with credit.

past form of “fail” — fail to do something; leave something undone

From this reading But, if in his skirmishes with graft and corruption he had failed to correct the evils he attacked, from the contests he himself had always emerged with credit.

devoid of good sense or judgment

From this reading 108 Mr. Thorndike stood irresolute, and then sank back into his chair 116 "Do I look as easy as that, or are you just naturally foolish?"

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading But, if in his skirmishes with graft and corruption he had failed to correct the evils he attacked, from the contests he himself had always emerged with credit.

an ornamental facade

From this reading _Frontispiece_ Schnitzel was smiling to himself 52 "Schnitzel, you certainly are a magnificent liar" 58 "I think," said Ainsley, "they have lost their way" 90 "Was it you," demanded young Andrews, in a puzzled tone, "or your brother who tried to knife me?"

the act of departing

From this reading "Then, how did you suppose your sister was going to read it?"

(surgery) tissue or organ transplanted from a donor to a recipient; in some cases the patient can be both donor and recipient

From this reading But, if in his skirmishes with graft and corruption he had failed to correct the evils he attacked, from the contests he himself had always emerged with credit.

the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect

From this reading 182 She was easily the prettiest and most striking-looking woman in the room 188 Of the school of earnest young writers at whom the word muckraker had been thrown in opprobrium, and by whom it had been caught up as a title of honor, Everett was among the younger and less conspicuous.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading _Frontispiece_ Schnitzel was smiling to himself 52 "Schnitzel, you certainly are a magnificent liar" 58 "I think," said Ainsley, "they have lost their way" 90 "Was it you," demanded young Andrews, in a puzzled tone, "or your brother who tried to knife me?"

a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading But, if in his skirmishes with graft and corruption he had failed to correct the evils he attacked, from the contests he himself had always emerged with credit.

used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object

From this reading _Frontispiece_ Schnitzel was smiling to himself 52 "Schnitzel, you certainly are a magnificent liar" 58 "I think," said Ainsley, "they have lost their way" 90 "Was it you," demanded young Andrews, in a puzzled tone, "or your brother who tried to knife me?"

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading 108 Mr. Thorndike stood irresolute, and then sank back into his chair 116 "Do I look as easy as that, or are you just naturally foolish?"

a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction

From this reading 182 She was easily the prettiest and most striking-looking woman in the room 188 Of the school of earnest young writers at whom the word muckraker had been thrown in opprobrium, and by whom it had been caught up as a title of honor, Everett was among the younger and less conspicuous.

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From this reading "Then, how did you suppose your sister was going to read it?"

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading _Frontispiece_ Schnitzel was smiling to himself 52 "Schnitzel, you certainly are a magnificent liar" 58 "I think," said Ainsley, "they have lost their way" 90 "Was it you," demanded young Andrews, in a puzzled tone, "or your brother who tried to knife me?"

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading But, if in his skirmishes with graft and corruption he had failed to correct the evils he attacked, from the contests he himself had always emerged with credit.

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

From this reading _Frontispiece_ Schnitzel was smiling to himself 52 "Schnitzel, you certainly are a magnificent liar" 58 "I think," said Ainsley, "they have lost their way" 90 "Was it you," demanded young Andrews, in a puzzled tone, "or your brother who tried to knife me?"

moving to the inside of something

From this reading 108 Mr. Thorndike stood irresolute, and then sank back into his chair 116 "Do I look as easy as that, or are you just naturally foolish?"

uncertain how to act or proceed

From this reading 108 Mr. Thorndike stood irresolute, and then sank back into his chair 116 "Do I look as easy as that, or are you just naturally foolish?"

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading "Then, how did you suppose your sister was going to read it?"

and nothing more

From this reading 108 Mr. Thorndike stood irresolute, and then sank back into his chair 116 "Do I look as easy as that, or are you just naturally foolish?"

edge tool used as a cutting instrument; has a pointed blade with a sharp edge and a handle

From this reading _Frontispiece_ Schnitzel was smiling to himself 52 "Schnitzel, you certainly are a magnificent liar" 58 "I think," said Ainsley, "they have lost their way" 90 "Was it you," demanded young Andrews, in a puzzled tone, "or your brother who tried to knife me?"

used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs

From this reading 182 She was easily the prettiest and most striking-looking woman in the room 188 Of the school of earnest young writers at whom the word muckraker had been thrown in opprobrium, and by whom it had been caught up as a title of honor, Everett was among the younger and less conspicuous.

a person who has lied or who lies repeatedly

From this reading _Frontispiece_ Schnitzel was smiling to himself 52 "Schnitzel, you certainly are a magnificent liar" 58 "I think," said Ainsley, "they have lost their way" 90 "Was it you," demanded young Andrews, in a puzzled tone, "or your brother who tried to knife me?"

perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading 108 Mr. Thorndike stood irresolute, and then sank back into his chair 116 "Do I look as easy as that, or are you just naturally foolish?"

no longer in your possession or control; unable to be found or recovered

From this reading _Frontispiece_ Schnitzel was smiling to himself 52 "Schnitzel, you certainly are a magnificent liar" 58 "I think," said Ainsley, "they have lost their way" 90 "Was it you," demanded young Andrews, in a puzzled tone, "or your brother who tried to knife me?"

characterized by grandeur

From this reading _Frontispiece_ Schnitzel was smiling to himself 52 "Schnitzel, you certainly are a magnificent liar" 58 "I think," said Ainsley, "they have lost their way" 90 "Was it you," demanded young Andrews, in a puzzled tone, "or your brother who tried to knife me?"

the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading _Frontispiece_ Schnitzel was smiling to himself 52 "Schnitzel, you certainly are a magnificent liar" 58 "I think," said Ainsley, "they have lost their way" 90 "Was it you," demanded young Andrews, in a puzzled tone, "or your brother who tried to knife me?"

used to form the superlative

From this reading 182 She was easily the prettiest and most striking-looking woman in the room 188 Of the school of earnest young writers at whom the word muckraker had been thrown in opprobrium, and by whom it had been caught up as a title of honor, Everett was among the younger and less conspicuous.

a form of address for a man

From this reading 108 Mr. Thorndike stood irresolute, and then sank back into his chair 116 "Do I look as easy as that, or are you just naturally foolish?"

one who spreads real or alleged scandal about another (usually for political advantage)

From this reading 182 She was easily the prettiest and most striking-looking woman in the room 188 Of the school of earnest young writers at whom the word muckraker had been thrown in opprobrium, and by whom it had been caught up as a title of honor, Everett was among the younger and less conspicuous.

as might be expected

From this reading 108 Mr. Thorndike stood irresolute, and then sank back into his chair 116 "Do I look as easy as that, or are you just naturally foolish?"

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading 182 She was easily the prettiest and most striking-looking woman in the room 188 Of the school of earnest young writers at whom the word muckraker had been thrown in opprobrium, and by whom it had been caught up as a title of honor, Everett was among the younger and less conspicuous.

state of disgrace resulting from public abuse

From this reading 182 She was easily the prettiest and most striking-looking woman in the room 188 Of the school of earnest young writers at whom the word muckraker had been thrown in opprobrium, and by whom it had been caught up as a title of honor, Everett was among the younger and less conspicuous.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading _Frontispiece_ Schnitzel was smiling to himself 52 "Schnitzel, you certainly are a magnificent liar" 58 "I think," said Ainsley, "they have lost their way" 90 "Was it you," demanded young Andrews, in a puzzled tone, "or your brother who tried to knife me?"

superlative of “pretty” — pleasing by delicacy or grace; not imposing

From this reading 182 She was easily the prettiest and most striking-looking woman in the room 188 Of the school of earnest young writers at whom the word muckraker had been thrown in opprobrium, and by whom it had been caught up as a title of honor, Everett was among the younger and less conspicuous.

filled with bewilderment

From this reading _Frontispiece_ Schnitzel was smiling to himself 52 "Schnitzel, you certainly are a magnificent liar" 58 "I think," said Ainsley, "they have lost their way" 90 "Was it you," demanded young Andrews, in a puzzled tone, "or your brother who tried to knife me?"

interpret something that is written or printed

From this reading "Then, how did you suppose your sister was going to read it?"

an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling

From this reading 182 She was easily the prettiest and most striking-looking woman in the room 188 Of the school of earnest young writers at whom the word muckraker had been thrown in opprobrium, and by whom it had been caught up as a title of honor, Everett was among the younger and less conspicuous.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading _Frontispiece_ Schnitzel was smiling to himself 52 "Schnitzel, you certainly are a magnificent liar" 58 "I think," said Ainsley, "they have lost their way" 90 "Was it you," demanded young Andrews, in a puzzled tone, "or your brother who tried to knife me?"

inflected form of “sink” — fall or descend to a lower place or level

From this reading 108 Mr. Thorndike stood irresolute, and then sank back into his chair 116 "Do I look as easy as that, or are you just naturally foolish?"

deep-fried breaded veal cutlets

From this reading _Frontispiece_ Schnitzel was smiling to himself 52 "Schnitzel, you certainly are a magnificent liar" 58 "I think," said Ainsley, "they have lost their way" 90 "Was it you," demanded young Andrews, in a puzzled tone, "or your brother who tried to knife me?"

an educational institution

From this reading 182 She was easily the prettiest and most striking-looking woman in the room 188 Of the school of earnest young writers at whom the word muckraker had been thrown in opprobrium, and by whom it had been caught up as a title of honor, Everett was among the younger and less conspicuous.

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

From this reading 182 She was easily the prettiest and most striking-looking woman in the room 188 Of the school of earnest young writers at whom the word muckraker had been thrown in opprobrium, and by whom it had been caught up as a title of honor, Everett was among the younger and less conspicuous.

a female person who has the same parents as another person

From this reading "Then, how did you suppose your sister was going to read it?"

plural of “skirmish” — a minor short-term fight

From this reading But, if in his skirmishes with graft and corruption he had failed to correct the evils he attacked, from the contests he himself had always emerged with credit.

a facial expression characterized by turning up the corners of the mouth; usually shows pleasure or amusement

From this reading _Frontispiece_ Schnitzel was smiling to himself 52 "Schnitzel, you certainly are a magnificent liar" 58 "I think," said Ainsley, "they have lost their way" 90 "Was it you," demanded young Andrews, in a puzzled tone, "or your brother who tried to knife me?"

Maintained an upright posture.

From this reading 108 Mr. Thorndike stood irresolute, and then sank back into his chair 116 "Do I look as easy as that, or are you just naturally foolish?"

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From this reading 182 She was easily the prettiest and most striking-looking woman in the room 188 Of the school of earnest young writers at whom the word muckraker had been thrown in opprobrium, and by whom it had been caught up as a title of honor, Everett was among the younger and less conspicuous.

express a supposition

From this reading "Then, how did you suppose your sister was going to read it?"

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading 108 Mr. Thorndike stood irresolute, and then sank back into his chair 116 "Do I look as easy as that, or are you just naturally foolish?"

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

From this reading 182 She was easily the prettiest and most striking-looking woman in the room 188 Of the school of earnest young writers at whom the word muckraker had been thrown in opprobrium, and by whom it had been caught up as a title of honor, Everett was among the younger and less conspicuous.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading _Frontispiece_ Schnitzel was smiling to himself 52 "Schnitzel, you certainly are a magnificent liar" 58 "I think," said Ainsley, "they have lost their way" 90 "Was it you," demanded young Andrews, in a puzzled tone, "or your brother who tried to knife me?"

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading "Then, how did you suppose your sister was going to read it?"

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading _Frontispiece_ Schnitzel was smiling to himself 52 "Schnitzel, you certainly are a magnificent liar" 58 "I think," said Ainsley, "they have lost their way" 90 "Was it you," demanded young Andrews, in a puzzled tone, "or your brother who tried to knife me?"

judge or regard; look upon; judge

From this reading _Frontispiece_ Schnitzel was smiling to himself 52 "Schnitzel, you certainly are a magnificent liar" 58 "I think," said Ainsley, "they have lost their way" 90 "Was it you," demanded young Andrews, in a puzzled tone, "or your brother who tried to knife me?"

English actress (1882-1976)

From this reading 108 Mr. Thorndike stood irresolute, and then sank back into his chair 116 "Do I look as easy as that, or are you just naturally foolish?"

caused to fall to the ground

From this reading 182 She was easily the prettiest and most striking-looking woman in the room 188 Of the school of earnest young writers at whom the word muckraker had been thrown in opprobrium, and by whom it had been caught up as a title of honor, Everett was among the younger and less conspicuous.

a heading that names a statute or legislative bill; may give a brief summary of the matters it deals with

From this reading 182 She was easily the prettiest and most striking-looking woman in the room 188 Of the school of earnest young writers at whom the word muckraker had been thrown in opprobrium, and by whom it had been caught up as a title of honor, Everett was among the younger and less conspicuous.

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

From this reading "Then, how did you suppose your sister was going to read it?"

the quality of a person's voice

From this reading _Frontispiece_ Schnitzel was smiling to himself 52 "Schnitzel, you certainly are a magnificent liar" 58 "I think," said Ainsley, "they have lost their way" 90 "Was it you," demanded young Andrews, in a puzzled tone, "or your brother who tried to knife me?"

tested and proved useful or correct

From this reading _Frontispiece_ Schnitzel was smiling to himself 52 "Schnitzel, you certainly are a magnificent liar" 58 "I think," said Ainsley, "they have lost their way" 90 "Was it you," demanded young Andrews, in a puzzled tone, "or your brother who tried to knife me?"

being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level

From this reading 182 She was easily the prettiest and most striking-looking woman in the room 188 Of the school of earnest young writers at whom the word muckraker had been thrown in opprobrium, and by whom it had been caught up as a title of honor, Everett was among the younger and less conspicuous.

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

From this reading "Then, how did you suppose your sister was going to read it?"

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading _Frontispiece_ Schnitzel was smiling to himself 52 "Schnitzel, you certainly are a magnificent liar" 58 "I think," said Ainsley, "they have lost their way" 90 "Was it you," demanded young Andrews, in a puzzled tone, "or your brother who tried to knife me?"

which person or people

From this reading _Frontispiece_ Schnitzel was smiling to himself 52 "Schnitzel, you certainly are a magnificent liar" 58 "I think," said Ainsley, "they have lost their way" 90 "Was it you," demanded young Andrews, in a puzzled tone, "or your brother who tried to knife me?"

the form of “who” used as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading 182 She was easily the prettiest and most striking-looking woman in the room 188 Of the school of earnest young writers at whom the word muckraker had been thrown in opprobrium, and by whom it had been caught up as a title of honor, Everett was among the younger and less conspicuous.

in the company of; together with

From this reading But, if in his skirmishes with graft and corruption he had failed to correct the evils he attacked, from the contests he himself had always emerged with credit.

an adult female person (as opposed to a man)

From this reading 182 She was easily the prettiest and most striking-looking woman in the room 188 Of the school of earnest young writers at whom the word muckraker had been thrown in opprobrium, and by whom it had been caught up as a title of honor, Everett was among the younger and less conspicuous.

a unit of language that native speakers can identify

From this reading 182 She was easily the prettiest and most striking-looking woman in the room 188 Of the school of earnest young writers at whom the word muckraker had been thrown in opprobrium, and by whom it had been caught up as a title of honor, Everett was among the younger and less conspicuous.

plural of “writer” — writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)

From this reading 182 She was easily the prettiest and most striking-looking woman in the room 188 Of the school of earnest young writers at whom the word muckraker had been thrown in opprobrium, and by whom it had been caught up as a title of honor, Everett was among the younger and less conspicuous.

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading "Then, how did you suppose your sister was going to read it?"

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

From this reading _Frontispiece_ Schnitzel was smiling to himself 52 "Schnitzel, you certainly are a magnificent liar" 58 "I think," said Ainsley, "they have lost their way" 90 "Was it you," demanded young Andrews, in a puzzled tone, "or your brother who tried to knife me?"

used of the younger of two persons of the same name especially used to distinguish a son from his father

From this reading 182 She was easily the prettiest and most striking-looking woman in the room 188 Of the school of earnest young writers at whom the word muckraker had been thrown in opprobrium, and by whom it had been caught up as a title of honor, Everett was among the younger and less conspicuous.

belonging to the person or people being spoken to

From this reading "Then, how did you suppose your sister was going to read it?"