Chapter XX · Chapter 20

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

From this reading Charles was presenting a buoyant exterior to the world despite a renewal of the disquieting rumors of the fall as to Sycamore Traction and equally disagreeable hints in inner financial and legal circles as to the reopening of Samuel Holton's estate.

matters of personal concern

From this reading He resented Fred's meddling in the matter; he was the head of the family and a man of affairs, and he was not pleasantly impressed by the fact that on two occasions to his knowledge Fred had visited Kirkwood at his Indianapolis office.

the part of the day between noon and evening

From this reading BACK TO STOP SEVEN Charles Holton met his brother Fred in the lobby of the Morton House on an afternoon near the end of January.

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

From this reading BACK TO STOP SEVEN Charles Holton met his brother Fred in the lobby of the Morton House on an afternoon near the end of January.

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

From this reading Charles was presenting a buoyant exterior to the world despite a renewal of the disquieting rumors of the fall as to Sycamore Traction and equally disagreeable hints in inner financial and legal circles as to the reopening of Samuel Holton's estate.

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

From this reading Charles was presenting a buoyant exterior to the world despite a renewal of the disquieting rumors of the fall as to Sycamore Traction and equally disagreeable hints in inner financial and legal circles as to the reopening of Samuel Holton's estate.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading He resented Fred's meddling in the matter; he was the head of the family and a man of affairs, and he was not pleasantly impressed by the fact that on two occasions to his knowledge Fred had visited Kirkwood at his Indianapolis office.

in or to or toward a former location

From this reading BACK TO STOP SEVEN Charles Holton met his brother Fred in the lobby of the Morton House on an afternoon near the end of January.

a male with the same parents as someone else

From this reading BACK TO STOP SEVEN Charles Holton met his brother Fred in the lobby of the Morton House on an afternoon near the end of January.

tending to float on a liquid or rise in air or gas

From this reading Charles was presenting a buoyant exterior to the world despite a renewal of the disquieting rumors of the fall as to Sycamore Traction and equally disagreeable hints in inner financial and legal circles as to the reopening of Samuel Holton's estate.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading He resented Fred's meddling in the matter; he was the head of the family and a man of affairs, and he was not pleasantly impressed by the fact that on two occasions to his knowledge Fred had visited Kirkwood at his Indianapolis office.

King of France from 1560 to 1574 whose reign was dominated by his mother Catherine de Medicis (1550-1574)

From this reading BACK TO STOP SEVEN Charles Holton met his brother Fred in the lobby of the Morton House on an afternoon near the end of January.

-ing form of “chase” — go after with the intent to catch

From this reading "Why don't you come to see me when you're in the city and save me the trouble of chasing over here?"

plural of “circle” — ellipse in which the two axes are of equal length; a plane curve generated by one point moving at a constant distance from a fixed point

From this reading Charles was presenting a buoyant exterior to the world despite a renewal of the disquieting rumors of the fall as to Sycamore Traction and equally disagreeable hints in inner financial and legal circles as to the reopening of Samuel Holton's estate.

a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts

From this reading "Why don't you come to see me when you're in the city and save me the trouble of chasing over here?"

move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading "Why don't you come to see me when you're in the city and save me the trouble of chasing over here?"

although something is true; in spite of

From this reading Charles was presenting a buoyant exterior to the world despite a renewal of the disquieting rumors of the fall as to Sycamore Traction and equally disagreeable hints in inner financial and legal circles as to the reopening of Samuel Holton's estate.

not to your liking

From this reading Charles was presenting a buoyant exterior to the world despite a renewal of the disquieting rumors of the fall as to Sycamore Traction and equally disagreeable hints in inner financial and legal circles as to the reopening of Samuel Holton's estate.

causing mental discomfort

From this reading Charles was presenting a buoyant exterior to the world despite a renewal of the disquieting rumors of the fall as to Sycamore Traction and equally disagreeable hints in inner financial and legal circles as to the reopening of Samuel Holton's estate.

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From this reading "Why don't you come to see me when you're in the city and save me the trouble of chasing over here?"

either extremity of something that has length

From this reading BACK TO STOP SEVEN Charles Holton met his brother Fred in the lobby of the Morton House on an afternoon near the end of January.

to the same degree (often followed by “as”)

From this reading Charles was presenting a buoyant exterior to the world despite a renewal of the disquieting rumors of the fall as to Sycamore Traction and equally disagreeable hints in inner financial and legal circles as to the reopening of Samuel Holton's estate.

everything you own; all of your assets (whether real property or personal property) and liabilities

From this reading Charles was presenting a buoyant exterior to the world despite a renewal of the disquieting rumors of the fall as to Sycamore Traction and equally disagreeable hints in inner financial and legal circles as to the reopening of Samuel Holton's estate.

the region that is outside of something

From this reading Charles was presenting a buoyant exterior to the world despite a renewal of the disquieting rumors of the fall as to Sycamore Traction and equally disagreeable hints in inner financial and legal circles as to the reopening of Samuel Holton's estate.

a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred

From this reading He resented Fred's meddling in the matter; he was the head of the family and a man of affairs, and he was not pleasantly impressed by the fact that on two occasions to his knowledge Fred had visited Kirkwood at his Indianapolis office.

descend in free fall under the influence of gravity

From this reading Charles was presenting a buoyant exterior to the world despite a renewal of the disquieting rumors of the fall as to Sycamore Traction and equally disagreeable hints in inner financial and legal circles as to the reopening of Samuel Holton's estate.

a social unit living together

From this reading He resented Fred's meddling in the matter; he was the head of the family and a man of affairs, and he was not pleasantly impressed by the fact that on two occasions to his knowledge Fred had visited Kirkwood at his Indianapolis office.

involving financial matters

From this reading Charles was presenting a buoyant exterior to the world despite a renewal of the disquieting rumors of the fall as to Sycamore Traction and equally disagreeable hints in inner financial and legal circles as to the reopening of Samuel Holton's estate.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading BACK TO STOP SEVEN Charles Holton met his brother Fred in the lobby of the Morton House on an afternoon near the end of January.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading He resented Fred's meddling in the matter; he was the head of the family and a man of affairs, and he was not pleasantly impressed by the fact that on two occasions to his knowledge Fred had visited Kirkwood at his Indianapolis office.

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

From this reading He resented Fred's meddling in the matter; he was the head of the family and a man of affairs, and he was not pleasantly impressed by the fact that on two occasions to his knowledge Fred had visited Kirkwood at his Indianapolis office.

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

From this reading He resented Fred's meddling in the matter; he was the head of the family and a man of affairs, and he was not pleasantly impressed by the fact that on two occasions to his knowledge Fred had visited Kirkwood at his Indianapolis office.

the upper part of the human body or the front part of the body in animals; contains the face and brains

From this reading He resented Fred's meddling in the matter; he was the head of the family and a man of affairs, and he was not pleasantly impressed by the fact that on two occasions to his knowledge Fred had visited Kirkwood at his Indianapolis office.

in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is

From this reading "Why don't you come to see me when you're in the city and save me the trouble of chasing over here?"

plural of “hint” — an indirect suggestion

From this reading Charles was presenting a buoyant exterior to the world despite a renewal of the disquieting rumors of the fall as to Sycamore Traction and equally disagreeable hints in inner financial and legal circles as to the reopening of Samuel Holton's estate.

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

From this reading BACK TO STOP SEVEN Charles Holton met his brother Fred in the lobby of the Morton House on an afternoon near the end of January.

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From this reading BACK TO STOP SEVEN Charles Holton met his brother Fred in the lobby of the Morton House on an afternoon near the end of January.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading Charles was presenting a buoyant exterior to the world despite a renewal of the disquieting rumors of the fall as to Sycamore Traction and equally disagreeable hints in inner financial and legal circles as to the reopening of Samuel Holton's estate.

a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families

From this reading BACK TO STOP SEVEN Charles Holton met his brother Fred in the lobby of the Morton House on an afternoon near the end of January.

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

From this reading "I want to see you," said Charles.

deeply or markedly affected or influenced

From this reading He resented Fred's meddling in the matter; he was the head of the family and a man of affairs, and he was not pleasantly impressed by the fact that on two occasions to his knowledge Fred had visited Kirkwood at his Indianapolis office.

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

From this reading BACK TO STOP SEVEN Charles Holton met his brother Fred in the lobby of the Morton House on an afternoon near the end of January.

the capital and largest city of Indiana; a major commercial center in the country's heartland; site of an annual 500-mile automobile race

From this reading He resented Fred's meddling in the matter; he was the head of the family and a man of affairs, and he was not pleasantly impressed by the fact that on two occasions to his knowledge Fred had visited Kirkwood at his Indianapolis office.

located inward

From this reading Charles was presenting a buoyant exterior to the world despite a renewal of the disquieting rumors of the fall as to Sycamore Traction and equally disagreeable hints in inner financial and legal circles as to the reopening of Samuel Holton's estate.

the first month of the year; begins 10 days after the winter solstice

From this reading BACK TO STOP SEVEN Charles Holton met his brother Fred in the lobby of the Morton House on an afternoon near the end of January.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading He resented Fred's meddling in the matter; he was the head of the family and a man of affairs, and he was not pleasantly impressed by the fact that on two occasions to his knowledge Fred had visited Kirkwood at his Indianapolis office.

the psychological result of perception and learning and reasoning

From this reading He resented Fred's meddling in the matter; he was the head of the family and a man of affairs, and he was not pleasantly impressed by the fact that on two occasions to his knowledge Fred had visited Kirkwood at his Indianapolis office.

established by or founded upon law or official or accepted rules

From this reading Charles was presenting a buoyant exterior to the world despite a renewal of the disquieting rumors of the fall as to Sycamore Traction and equally disagreeable hints in inner financial and legal circles as to the reopening of Samuel Holton's estate.

a large entrance or reception room or area

From this reading BACK TO STOP SEVEN Charles Holton met his brother Fred in the lobby of the Morton House on an afternoon near the end of January.

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading He resented Fred's meddling in the matter; he was the head of the family and a man of affairs, and he was not pleasantly impressed by the fact that on two occasions to his knowledge Fred had visited Kirkwood at his Indianapolis office.

a vaguely specified concern

From this reading He resented Fred's meddling in the matter; he was the head of the family and a man of affairs, and he was not pleasantly impressed by the fact that on two occasions to his knowledge Fred had visited Kirkwood at his Indianapolis office.

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

From this reading "Why don't you come to see me when you're in the city and save me the trouble of chasing over here?"

the act of altering something secretly or improperly

From this reading He resented Fred's meddling in the matter; he was the head of the family and a man of affairs, and he was not pleasantly impressed by the fact that on two occasions to his knowledge Fred had visited Kirkwood at his Indianapolis office.

inflected form of “meet” — come together

From this reading BACK TO STOP SEVEN Charles Holton met his brother Fred in the lobby of the Morton House on an afternoon near the end of January.

United States jazz musician who moved from ragtime to New Orleans jazz (1885-1941)

From this reading BACK TO STOP SEVEN Charles Holton met his brother Fred in the lobby of the Morton House on an afternoon near the end of January.

near in time or place or relationship

From this reading BACK TO STOP SEVEN Charles Holton met his brother Fred in the lobby of the Morton House on an afternoon near the end of January.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading He resented Fred's meddling in the matter; he was the head of the family and a man of affairs, and he was not pleasantly impressed by the fact that on two occasions to his knowledge Fred had visited Kirkwood at his Indianapolis office.

something you have to do

From this reading He resented Fred's meddling in the matter; he was the head of the family and a man of affairs, and he was not pleasantly impressed by the fact that on two occasions to his knowledge Fred had visited Kirkwood at his Indianapolis office.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading BACK TO STOP SEVEN Charles Holton met his brother Fred in the lobby of the Morton House on an afternoon near the end of January.

place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed

From this reading He resented Fred's meddling in the matter; he was the head of the family and a man of affairs, and he was not pleasantly impressed by the fact that on two occasions to his knowledge Fred had visited Kirkwood at his Indianapolis office.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading BACK TO STOP SEVEN Charles Holton met his brother Fred in the lobby of the Morton House on an afternoon near the end of January.

above and across; more than

From this reading "Why don't you come to see me when you're in the city and save me the trouble of chasing over here?"

in a cheerful manner

From this reading He resented Fred's meddling in the matter; he was the head of the family and a man of affairs, and he was not pleasantly impressed by the fact that on two occasions to his knowledge Fred had visited Kirkwood at his Indianapolis office.

-ing form of “present” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading Charles was presenting a buoyant exterior to the world despite a renewal of the disquieting rumors of the fall as to Sycamore Traction and equally disagreeable hints in inner financial and legal circles as to the reopening of Samuel Holton's estate.

the conversion of wasteland into land suitable for use of habitation or cultivation

From this reading Charles was presenting a buoyant exterior to the world despite a renewal of the disquieting rumors of the fall as to Sycamore Traction and equally disagreeable hints in inner financial and legal circles as to the reopening of Samuel Holton's estate.

-ing form of “reopen” — open again or anew

From this reading Charles was presenting a buoyant exterior to the world despite a renewal of the disquieting rumors of the fall as to Sycamore Traction and equally disagreeable hints in inner financial and legal circles as to the reopening of Samuel Holton's estate.

past form of “resent” — feel bitter or indignant about

From this reading He resented Fred's meddling in the matter; he was the head of the family and a man of affairs, and he was not pleasantly impressed by the fact that on two occasions to his knowledge Fred had visited Kirkwood at his Indianapolis office.

plural of “rumor” — gossip (usually a mixture of truth and untruth) passed around by word of mouth

From this reading Charles was presenting a buoyant exterior to the world despite a renewal of the disquieting rumors of the fall as to Sycamore Traction and equally disagreeable hints in inner financial and legal circles as to the reopening of Samuel Holton's estate.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading "I want to see you," said Charles.

(Old Testament) Hebrew prophet and judge who anointed Saul as king

From this reading Charles was presenting a buoyant exterior to the world despite a renewal of the disquieting rumors of the fall as to Sycamore Traction and equally disagreeable hints in inner financial and legal circles as to the reopening of Samuel Holton's estate.

except for; apart from

From this reading "Why don't you come to see me when you're in the city and save me the trouble of chasing over here?"

perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading "I want to see you," said Charles.

the cardinal number that is the sum of six and one

From this reading BACK TO STOP SEVEN Charles Holton met his brother Fred in the lobby of the Morton House on an afternoon near the end of January.

come to a halt, stop moving

From this reading BACK TO STOP SEVEN Charles Holton met his brother Fred in the lobby of the Morton House on an afternoon near the end of January.

variably colored and sometimes variegated hard tough elastic wood of a sycamore tree

From this reading Charles was presenting a buoyant exterior to the world despite a renewal of the disquieting rumors of the fall as to Sycamore Traction and equally disagreeable hints in inner financial and legal circles as to the reopening of Samuel Holton's estate.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading He resented Fred's meddling in the matter; he was the head of the family and a man of affairs, and he was not pleasantly impressed by the fact that on two occasions to his knowledge Fred had visited Kirkwood at his Indianapolis office.

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

From this reading BACK TO STOP SEVEN Charles Holton met his brother Fred in the lobby of the Morton House on an afternoon near the end of January.

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

From this reading BACK TO STOP SEVEN Charles Holton met his brother Fred in the lobby of the Morton House on an afternoon near the end of January.

the friction between a body and the surface on which it moves (as between an automobile tire and the road)

From this reading Charles was presenting a buoyant exterior to the world despite a renewal of the disquieting rumors of the fall as to Sycamore Traction and equally disagreeable hints in inner financial and legal circles as to the reopening of Samuel Holton's estate.

a source of difficulty

From this reading "Why don't you come to see me when you're in the city and save me the trouble of chasing over here?"

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

From this reading He resented Fred's meddling in the matter; he was the head of the family and a man of affairs, and he was not pleasantly impressed by the fact that on two occasions to his knowledge Fred had visited Kirkwood at his Indianapolis office.

past form of “visit” — go to see a place, as for entertainment

From this reading He resented Fred's meddling in the matter; he was the head of the family and a man of affairs, and he was not pleasantly impressed by the fact that on two occasions to his knowledge Fred had visited Kirkwood at his Indianapolis office.

feel or have a desire for; want strongly

From this reading "I want to see you," said Charles.

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

From this reading Charles was presenting a buoyant exterior to the world despite a renewal of the disquieting rumors of the fall as to Sycamore Traction and equally disagreeable hints in inner financial and legal circles as to the reopening of Samuel Holton's estate.

at the time that

From this reading "Why don't you come to see me when you're in the city and save me the trouble of chasing over here?"

the cause or intention underlying an action or situation, especially in the phrase “the whys and wherefores”

From this reading "Why don't you come to see me when you're in the city and save me the trouble of chasing over here?"

everything that exists anywhere

From this reading Charles was presenting a buoyant exterior to the world despite a renewal of the disquieting rumors of the fall as to Sycamore Traction and equally disagreeable hints in inner financial and legal circles as to the reopening of Samuel Holton's estate.

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading "I want to see you," said Charles.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading "Why don't you come to see me when you're in the city and save me the trouble of chasing over here?"