used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading OSCAR PRESSES FORWARD AND MAKES SOME STARTLING DISCOVERIES--ALSO ENCOUNTERS A CONTINUOUS LINE OF ADVENTURES.
declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of
From this reading He was compelled to admit a partial verification, as he certainly had seen her struggling in the hands of a man, and again there was no need for her to announce the fact that Argetti was a criminal unless she spoke the truth.
plural of “adventure” — a wild and exciting undertaking (not necessarily lawful)
From this reading OSCAR PRESSES FORWARD AND MAKES SOME STARTLING DISCOVERIES--ALSO ENCOUNTERS A CONTINUOUS LINE OF ADVENTURES.
anew
From this reading He was compelled to admit a partial verification, as he certainly had seen her struggling in the hands of a man, and again there was no need for her to announce the fact that Argetti was a criminal unless she spoke the truth.
in addition
From this reading OSCAR PRESSES FORWARD AND MAKES SOME STARTLING DISCOVERIES--ALSO ENCOUNTERS A CONTINUOUS LINE OF ADVENTURES.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading OSCAR PRESSES FORWARD AND MAKES SOME STARTLING DISCOVERIES--ALSO ENCOUNTERS A CONTINUOUS LINE OF ADVENTURES.
announceverbUS /əˈnaʊns/
make known; make an announcement
From this reading He was compelled to admit a partial verification, as he certainly had seen her struggling in the hands of a man, and again there was no need for her to announce the fact that Argetti was a criminal unless she spoke the truth.
Argetti
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From this reading He was compelled to admit a partial verification, as he certainly had seen her struggling in the hands of a man, and again there was no need for her to announce the fact that Argetti was a criminal unless she spoke the truth.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading He was compelled to admit a partial verification, as he certainly had seen her struggling in the hands of a man, and again there was no need for her to announce the fact that Argetti was a criminal unless she spoke the truth.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading It proved to be a small miniature that could be worn on a watch chain.
accept as true; take to be true
From this reading Dudie Dunne did not know whether to believe the girl's statements or not.
definitely or positively (“sure” is sometimes used informally for “surely”)
From this reading He was compelled to admit a partial verification, as he certainly had seen her struggling in the hands of a man, and again there was no need for her to announce the fact that Argetti was a criminal unless she spoke the truth.
a series of things depending on each other as if linked together
From this reading It proved to be a small miniature that could be worn on a watch chain.
inflected form of “compel” — force somebody to do something
From this reading He was compelled to admit a partial verification, as he certainly had seen her struggling in the hands of a man, and again there was no need for her to announce the fact that Argetti was a criminal unless she spoke the truth.
CONTINUOUSadjectiveUS /kənˈtɪnjuːəs/
continuing in time or space without interruption
From this reading OSCAR PRESSES FORWARD AND MAKES SOME STARTLING DISCOVERIES--ALSO ENCOUNTERS A CONTINUOUS LINE OF ADVENTURES.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading It proved to be a small miniature that could be worn on a watch chain.
bringing or deserving severe rebuke or censure
From this reading He was compelled to admit a partial verification, as he certainly had seen her struggling in the hands of a man, and again there was no need for her to announce the fact that Argetti was a criminal unless she spoke the truth.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading Dudie Dunne did not know whether to believe the girl's statements or not.
DISCOVERIESnounUS /dɪˈskʌvəriz/
plural of “discovery” — the act of discovering something
From this reading OSCAR PRESSES FORWARD AND MAKES SOME STARTLING DISCOVERIES--ALSO ENCOUNTERS A CONTINUOUS LINE OF ADVENTURES.
being or moving lower in position or less in some value
From this reading He stooped down and picked up the glittering object from the ground.
Dudie
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From this reading Dudie Dunne did not know whether to believe the girl's statements or not.
Dunne
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From this reading Dudie Dunne did not know whether to believe the girl's statements or not.
ENCOUNTERSnounUS /ɪnˈkaʊntərz/
plural of “encounter” — a minor short-term fight
From this reading OSCAR PRESSES FORWARD AND MAKES SOME STARTLING DISCOVERIES--ALSO ENCOUNTERS A CONTINUOUS LINE OF ADVENTURES.
a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred
From this reading He was compelled to admit a partial verification, as he certainly had seen her struggling in the hands of a man, and again there was no need for her to announce the fact that Argetti was a criminal unless she spoke the truth.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading He was compelled to admit a partial verification, as he certainly had seen her struggling in the hands of a man, and again there was no need for her to announce the fact that Argetti was a criminal unless she spoke the truth.
at or to or toward the front
From this reading OSCAR PRESSES FORWARD AND MAKES SOME STARTLING DISCOVERIES--ALSO ENCOUNTERS A CONTINUOUS LINE OF ADVENTURES.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading He stooped down and picked up the glittering object from the ground.
girl'snounUS /ɡɜːrlz/
possessive form of “girl” — a young female
From this reading Dudie Dunne did not know whether to believe the girl's statements or not.
glitteringadjectiveUS /ˈɡlɪtərɪŋ/
having brief brilliant points or flashes of light
From this reading He stooped down and picked up the glittering object from the ground.
the solid part of the earth's surface
From this reading He stooped down and picked up the glittering object from the ground.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading He was compelled to admit a partial verification, as he certainly had seen her struggling in the hands of a man, and again there was no need for her to announce the fact that Argetti was a criminal unless she spoke the truth.
(with “in”) guardianship over; in divorce cases it is the right to house and care for and discipline a child
From this reading He was compelled to admit a partial verification, as he certainly had seen her struggling in the hands of a man, and again there was no need for her to announce the fact that Argetti was a criminal unless she spoke the truth.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He was compelled to admit a partial verification, as he certainly had seen her struggling in the hands of a man, and again there was no need for her to announce the fact that Argetti was a criminal unless she spoke the truth.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading He was compelled to admit a partial verification, as he certainly had seen her struggling in the hands of a man, and again there was no need for her to announce the fact that Argetti was a criminal unless she spoke the truth.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading He was compelled to admit a partial verification, as he certainly had seen her struggling in the hands of a man, and again there was no need for her to announce the fact that Argetti was a criminal unless she spoke the truth.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It proved to be a small miniature that could be worn on a watch chain.
be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading Dudie Dunne did not know whether to believe the girl's statements or not.
a formation of people or things one beside another
From this reading OSCAR PRESSES FORWARD AND MAKES SOME STARTLING DISCOVERIES--ALSO ENCOUNTERS A CONTINUOUS LINE OF ADVENTURES.
plural of “make” — a recognizable kind
From this reading OSCAR PRESSES FORWARD AND MAKES SOME STARTLING DISCOVERIES--ALSO ENCOUNTERS A CONTINUOUS LINE OF ADVENTURES.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading He was compelled to admit a partial verification, as he certainly had seen her struggling in the hands of a man, and again there was no need for her to announce the fact that Argetti was a criminal unless she spoke the truth.
miniaturenounUS /ˈmɪniətʃʊr/
painting or drawing included in a book (especially in illuminated medieval manuscripts)
From this reading It proved to be a small miniature that could be worn on a watch chain.
a condition requiring relief
From this reading He was compelled to admit a partial verification, as he certainly had seen her struggling in the hands of a man, and again there was no need for her to announce the fact that Argetti was a criminal unless she spoke the truth.
not any; not one
From this reading He was compelled to admit a partial verification, as he certainly had seen her struggling in the hands of a man, and again there was no need for her to announce the fact that Argetti was a criminal unless she spoke the truth.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Dudie Dunne did not know whether to believe the girl's statements or not.
a tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow
From this reading He stooped down and picked up the glittering object from the ground.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading OSCAR PRESSES FORWARD AND MAKES SOME STARTLING DISCOVERIES--ALSO ENCOUNTERS A CONTINUOUS LINE OF ADVENTURES.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading It proved to be a small miniature that could be worn on a watch chain.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading Dudie Dunne did not know whether to believe the girl's statements or not.
OSCARnounUS /ˈɔːskər/
an annual award by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences for achievements in motion picture production and performance
From this reading OSCAR PRESSES FORWARD AND MAKES SOME STARTLING DISCOVERIES--ALSO ENCOUNTERS A CONTINUOUS LINE OF ADVENTURES.
partialadjectiveUS /ˈpɑːrʃəl/
being or affecting only a part; not total
From this reading He was compelled to admit a partial verification, as he certainly had seen her struggling in the hands of a man, and again there was no need for her to announce the fact that Argetti was a criminal unless she spoke the truth.
past form of “pick” — select carefully from a group
From this reading He stooped down and picked up the glittering object from the ground.
PRESSESnounUS /ˈpresəz/
plural of “press” — the state of demanding notice or attention
From this reading OSCAR PRESSES FORWARD AND MAKES SOME STARTLING DISCOVERIES--ALSO ENCOUNTERS A CONTINUOUS LINE OF ADVENTURES.
established beyond doubt
From this reading It proved to be a small miniature that could be worn on a watch chain.
inflected form of “see” — perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading He was compelled to admit a partial verification, as he certainly had seen her struggling in the hands of a man, and again there was no need for her to announce the fact that Argetti was a criminal unless she spoke the truth.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He was compelled to admit a partial verification, as he certainly had seen her struggling in the hands of a man, and again there was no need for her to announce the fact that Argetti was a criminal unless she spoke the truth.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading It proved to be a small miniature that could be worn on a watch chain.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading OSCAR PRESSES FORWARD AND MAKES SOME STARTLING DISCOVERIES--ALSO ENCOUNTERS A CONTINUOUS LINE OF ADVENTURES.
support consisting of a radial member of a wheel joining the hub to the rim
From this reading He was compelled to admit a partial verification, as he certainly had seen her struggling in the hands of a man, and again there was no need for her to announce the fact that Argetti was a criminal unless she spoke the truth.
STARTLINGadjectiveUS /ˈstɑːrtlɪŋ/
so remarkably different or sudden as to cause momentary shock or alarm
From this reading OSCAR PRESSES FORWARD AND MAKES SOME STARTLING DISCOVERIES--ALSO ENCOUNTERS A CONTINUOUS LINE OF ADVENTURES.
statementsnounUS /ˈsteɪtmənts/
plural of “statement” — a message that is stated or declared; a communication (oral or written) setting forth particulars or facts etc
From this reading Dudie Dunne did not know whether to believe the girl's statements or not.
stoopedadjectiveUS /stuːpt/
having the back and shoulders rounded; not erect
From this reading He stooped down and picked up the glittering object from the ground.
strugglingadjectiveUS /ˈstrʌɡəlɪŋ/
engaged in a struggle to overcome especially poverty or obscurity
From this reading He was compelled to admit a partial verification, as he certainly had seen her struggling in the hands of a man, and again there was no need for her to announce the fact that Argetti was a criminal unless she spoke the truth.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading He was compelled to admit a partial verification, as he certainly had seen her struggling in the hands of a man, and again there was no need for her to announce the fact that Argetti was a criminal unless she spoke the truth.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Dudie Dunne did not know whether to believe the girl's statements or not.
in or at that place or location
From this reading He was compelled to admit a partial verification, as he certainly had seen her struggling in the hands of a man, and again there was no need for her to announce the fact that Argetti was a criminal unless she spoke the truth.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Dudie Dunne did not know whether to believe the girl's statements or not.
a fact that has been verified
From this reading He was compelled to admit a partial verification, as he certainly had seen her struggling in the hands of a man, and again there was no need for her to announce the fact that Argetti was a criminal unless she spoke the truth.
except if; if not
From this reading He was compelled to admit a partial verification, as he certainly had seen her struggling in the hands of a man, and again there was no need for her to announce the fact that Argetti was a criminal unless she spoke the truth.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading He stooped down and picked up the glittering object from the ground.
verificationnounUS /ˌverəfəˈkeɪʃən/
additional proof that something that was believed (some fact or hypothesis or theory) is correct
From this reading He was compelled to admit a partial verification, as he certainly had seen her struggling in the hands of a man, and again there was no need for her to announce the fact that Argetti was a criminal unless she spoke the truth.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading He was compelled to admit a partial verification, as he certainly had seen her struggling in the hands of a man, and again there was no need for her to announce the fact that Argetti was a criminal unless she spoke the truth.
look attentively
From this reading It proved to be a small miniature that could be worn on a watch chain.
used to introduce two or more possibilities
From this reading Dudie Dunne did not know whether to believe the girl's statements or not.
Damaged or thinned by continuous use.
From this reading It proved to be a small miniature that could be worn on a watch chain.
