used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading PHIL ENCOUNTERS THE SHERIFF The May number of "Journey's End" containing Phil's veracious account of the dogs of Main Street created almost as much of a sensation as the consolidation of the First National with Montgomery's Bank.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading The "Evening Star's" "local" wrote a two-column "story" about Phil for the Sunday supplement of the Indianapolis "Advertiser."
a record or narrative description of past events
From this reading PHIL ENCOUNTERS THE SHERIFF The May number of "Journey's End" containing Phil's veracious account of the dogs of Main Street created almost as much of a sensation as the consolidation of the First National with Montgomery's Bank.
plural of “adventure” — a wild and exciting undertaking (not necessarily lawful)
From this reading The fact that Miss Kirkwood belonged to one of the oldest and most distinguished families in central Indiana was not overlooked; but this was merely the prelude to a breezy description of her many adventures, her athletic prowess, her broad democracy.
AdvertisernounUS /ˈædvərtaɪzər/
someone whose business is advertising
From this reading The "Evening Star's" "local" wrote a two-column "story" about Phil for the Sunday supplement of the Indianapolis "Advertiser."
the part of the day between noon and evening
From this reading A new planet blazed in the Hoosier heavens, and it was the business of Montgomery's enterprising afternoon daily to note its appearance and speculate upon its course and destiny.
(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
From this reading PHIL ENCOUNTERS THE SHERIFF The May number of "Journey's End" containing Phil's veracious account of the dogs of Main Street created almost as much of a sensation as the consolidation of the First National with Montgomery's Bank.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading A new planet blazed in the Hoosier heavens, and it was the business of Montgomery's enterprising afternoon daily to note its appearance and speculate upon its course and destiny.
outward or visible aspect of a person or thing
From this reading A new planet blazed in the Hoosier heavens, and it was the business of Montgomery's enterprising afternoon daily to note its appearance and speculate upon its course and destiny.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading PHIL ENCOUNTERS THE SHERIFF The May number of "Journey's End" containing Phil's veracious account of the dogs of Main Street created almost as much of a sensation as the consolidation of the First National with Montgomery's Bank.
athleticadjectiveUS /æθˈletɪk/
relating to or befitting athletics or athletes
From this reading The fact that Miss Kirkwood belonged to one of the oldest and most distinguished families in central Indiana was not overlooked; but this was merely the prelude to a breezy description of her many adventures, her athletic prowess, her broad democracy.
sloping land (especially the slope beside a body of water)
From this reading PHIL ENCOUNTERS THE SHERIFF The May number of "Journey's End" containing Phil's veracious account of the dogs of Main Street created almost as much of a sensation as the consolidation of the First National with Montgomery's Bank.
past form of “belong” — be owned by; be in the possession of
From this reading The fact that Miss Kirkwood belonged to one of the oldest and most distinguished families in central Indiana was not overlooked; but this was merely the prelude to a breezy description of her many adventures, her athletic prowess, her broad democracy.
blazedverbUS /bleɪzd/
past form of “blaze” — shine brightly and intensively
From this reading A new planet blazed in the Hoosier heavens, and it was the business of Montgomery's enterprising afternoon daily to note its appearance and speculate upon its course and destiny.
breezyadjectiveUS /ˈbriːzi/
fresh and animated
From this reading The fact that Miss Kirkwood belonged to one of the oldest and most distinguished families in central Indiana was not overlooked; but this was merely the prelude to a breezy description of her many adventures, her athletic prowess, her broad democracy.
having great (or a certain) extent from one side to the other
From this reading The fact that Miss Kirkwood belonged to one of the oldest and most distinguished families in central Indiana was not overlooked; but this was merely the prelude to a breezy description of her many adventures, her athletic prowess, her broad democracy.
a commercial or industrial enterprise and the people who constitute it
From this reading A new planet blazed in the Hoosier heavens, and it was the business of Montgomery's enterprising afternoon daily to note its appearance and speculate upon its course and destiny.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading The fact that Miss Kirkwood belonged to one of the oldest and most distinguished families in central Indiana was not overlooked; but this was merely the prelude to a breezy description of her many adventures, her athletic prowess, her broad democracy.
centraladjectiveUS /ˈsentrəl/
serving as an essential component
From this reading The fact that Miss Kirkwood belonged to one of the oldest and most distinguished families in central Indiana was not overlooked; but this was merely the prelude to a breezy description of her many adventures, her athletic prowess, her broad democracy.
consolidationnounUS /kənˌsɑːləˈdeɪʃən/
combining into a solid mass
From this reading PHIL ENCOUNTERS THE SHERIFF The May number of "Journey's End" containing Phil's veracious account of the dogs of Main Street created almost as much of a sensation as the consolidation of the First National with Montgomery's Bank.
containingverbUS /kənˈteɪnɪŋ/
-ing form of “contain” — include or contain; have as a component
From this reading PHIL ENCOUNTERS THE SHERIFF The May number of "Journey's End" containing Phil's veracious account of the dogs of Main Street created almost as much of a sensation as the consolidation of the First National with Montgomery's Bank.
education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings
From this reading A new planet blazed in the Hoosier heavens, and it was the business of Montgomery's enterprising afternoon daily to note its appearance and speculate upon its course and destiny.
createdverbUS /kriˈeɪtəd/
past form of “create” — make or cause to be or to become
From this reading PHIL ENCOUNTERS THE SHERIFF The May number of "Journey's End" containing Phil's veracious account of the dogs of Main Street created almost as much of a sensation as the consolidation of the First National with Montgomery's Bank.
every day; without missing a day
From this reading A new planet blazed in the Hoosier heavens, and it was the business of Montgomery's enterprising afternoon daily to note its appearance and speculate upon its course and destiny.
democracynounUS /dɪˈmɑːkrəsi/
the political orientation of those who favor government by the people or by their elected representatives
From this reading The fact that Miss Kirkwood belonged to one of the oldest and most distinguished families in central Indiana was not overlooked; but this was merely the prelude to a breezy description of her many adventures, her athletic prowess, her broad democracy.
a statement that represents something in words
From this reading The fact that Miss Kirkwood belonged to one of the oldest and most distinguished families in central Indiana was not overlooked; but this was merely the prelude to a breezy description of her many adventures, her athletic prowess, her broad democracy.
destinynounUS /ˈdestəni/
an event (or a course of events) that will inevitably happen in the future
From this reading A new planet blazed in the Hoosier heavens, and it was the business of Montgomery's enterprising afternoon daily to note its appearance and speculate upon its course and destiny.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading The "Evening Star" did not neglect its duty to Indiana literature.
(used of persons) standing above others in character or attainment or reputation
From this reading The fact that Miss Kirkwood belonged to one of the oldest and most distinguished families in central Indiana was not overlooked; but this was merely the prelude to a breezy description of her many adventures, her athletic prowess, her broad democracy.
plural of “dog” — a member of the genus Canis (probably descended from the common wolf) that has been domesticated by man since prehistoric times; occurs in many breeds
From this reading PHIL ENCOUNTERS THE SHERIFF The May number of "Journey's End" containing Phil's veracious account of the dogs of Main Street created almost as much of a sensation as the consolidation of the First National with Montgomery's Bank.
the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force
From this reading The "Evening Star" did not neglect its duty to Indiana literature.
ENCOUNTERSnounUS /ɪnˈkaʊntərz/
plural of “encounter” — a minor short-term fight
From this reading PHIL ENCOUNTERS THE SHERIFF The May number of "Journey's End" containing Phil's veracious account of the dogs of Main Street created almost as much of a sensation as the consolidation of the First National with Montgomery's Bank.
either extremity of something that has length
From this reading PHIL ENCOUNTERS THE SHERIFF The May number of "Journey's End" containing Phil's veracious account of the dogs of Main Street created almost as much of a sensation as the consolidation of the First National with Montgomery's Bank.
enterprisingadjectiveUS /ˈentərpraɪzɪŋ/
marked by imagination, initiative, and readiness to undertake new projects
From this reading A new planet blazed in the Hoosier heavens, and it was the business of Montgomery's enterprising afternoon daily to note its appearance and speculate upon its course and destiny.
the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)
From this reading The "Evening Star" did not neglect its duty to Indiana literature.
a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred
From this reading The fact that Miss Kirkwood belonged to one of the oldest and most distinguished families in central Indiana was not overlooked; but this was merely the prelude to a breezy description of her many adventures, her athletic prowess, her broad democracy.
plural of “family” — a social unit living together
From this reading The fact that Miss Kirkwood belonged to one of the oldest and most distinguished families in central Indiana was not overlooked; but this was merely the prelude to a breezy description of her many adventures, her athletic prowess, her broad democracy.
FirstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading PHIL ENCOUNTERS THE SHERIFF The May number of "Journey's End" containing Phil's veracious account of the dogs of Main Street created almost as much of a sensation as the consolidation of the First National with Montgomery's Bank.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading The "Evening Star's" "local" wrote a two-column "story" about Phil for the Sunday supplement of the Indianapolis "Advertiser."
the apparent surface of the imaginary sphere on which celestial bodies appear to be projected
From this reading A new planet blazed in the Hoosier heavens, and it was the business of Montgomery's enterprising afternoon daily to note its appearance and speculate upon its course and destiny.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading The fact that Miss Kirkwood belonged to one of the oldest and most distinguished families in central Indiana was not overlooked; but this was merely the prelude to a breezy description of her many adventures, her athletic prowess, her broad democracy.
HoosiernounUS /ˈhuːʒər/
a native or resident of Indiana
From this reading A new planet blazed in the Hoosier heavens, and it was the business of Montgomery's enterprising afternoon daily to note its appearance and speculate upon its course and destiny.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading A new planet blazed in the Hoosier heavens, and it was the business of Montgomery's enterprising afternoon daily to note its appearance and speculate upon its course and destiny.
IndiananounUS /ˌɪndiˈænə/
a state in midwestern United States
From this reading The "Evening Star" did not neglect its duty to Indiana literature.
IndianapolisnounUS /ˌɪndiəˈnæpəlɪs/
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 The "Evening Star's" "local" wrote a two-column "story" about Phil for the Sunday supplement of the Indianapolis "Advertiser."
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading A new planet blazed in the Hoosier heavens, and it was the business of Montgomery's enterprising afternoon daily to note its appearance and speculate upon its course and destiny.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading The "Evening Star" did not neglect its duty to Indiana literature.
Journey's
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From this reading PHIL ENCOUNTERS THE SHERIFF The May number of "Journey's End" containing Phil's veracious account of the dogs of Main Street created almost as much of a sensation as the consolidation of the First National with Montgomery's Bank.
Kirkwood
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From this reading The fact that Miss Kirkwood belonged to one of the oldest and most distinguished families in central Indiana was not overlooked; but this was merely the prelude to a breezy description of her many adventures, her athletic prowess, her broad democracy.
creative writing of recognized artistic value
From this reading The "Evening Star" did not neglect its duty to Indiana literature.
localadjectiveUS /ˈloʊkəl/
relating to or applicable to or concerned with the administration of a city or town or district rather than a larger area
From this reading The "Evening Star's" "local" wrote a two-column "story" about Phil for the Sunday supplement of the Indianapolis "Advertiser."
most important element
From this reading PHIL ENCOUNTERS THE SHERIFF The May number of "Journey's End" containing Phil's veracious account of the dogs of Main Street created almost as much of a sensation as the consolidation of the First National with Montgomery's Bank.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number
From this reading The fact that Miss Kirkwood belonged to one of the oldest and most distinguished families in central Indiana was not overlooked; but this was merely the prelude to a breezy description of her many adventures, her athletic prowess, her broad democracy.
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading PHIL ENCOUNTERS THE SHERIFF The May number of "Journey's End" containing Phil's veracious account of the dogs of Main Street created almost as much of a sensation as the consolidation of the First National with Montgomery's Bank.
and nothing more
From this reading The fact that Miss Kirkwood belonged to one of the oldest and most distinguished families in central Indiana was not overlooked; but this was merely the prelude to a breezy description of her many adventures, her athletic prowess, her broad democracy.
fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind
From this reading The fact that Miss Kirkwood belonged to one of the oldest and most distinguished families in central Indiana was not overlooked; but this was merely the prelude to a breezy description of her many adventures, her athletic prowess, her broad democracy.
Montgomery'snounUS /mɑːntˈɡʌmriz/
possessive form of “montgomery” — Canadian novelist (1874-1942)
From this reading PHIL ENCOUNTERS THE SHERIFF The May number of "Journey's End" containing Phil's veracious account of the dogs of Main Street created almost as much of a sensation as the consolidation of the First National with Montgomery's Bank.
used to form the superlative
From this reading The fact that Miss Kirkwood belonged to one of the oldest and most distinguished families in central Indiana was not overlooked; but this was merely the prelude to a breezy description of her many adventures, her athletic prowess, her broad democracy.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading PHIL ENCOUNTERS THE SHERIFF The May number of "Journey's End" containing Phil's veracious account of the dogs of Main Street created almost as much of a sensation as the consolidation of the First National with Montgomery's Bank.
of or relating to or belonging to a nation or country
From this reading PHIL ENCOUNTERS THE SHERIFF The May number of "Journey's End" containing Phil's veracious account of the dogs of Main Street created almost as much of a sensation as the consolidation of the First National with Montgomery's Bank.
neglectverbUS /nəˈɡlekt/
leave undone or leave out
From this reading The "Evening Star" did not neglect its duty to Indiana literature.
not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered
From this reading A new planet blazed in the Hoosier heavens, and it was the business of Montgomery's enterprising afternoon daily to note its appearance and speculate upon its course and destiny.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading The "Evening Star" did not neglect its duty to Indiana literature.
a brief written record
From this reading A new planet blazed in the Hoosier heavens, and it was the business of Montgomery's enterprising afternoon daily to note its appearance and speculate upon its course and destiny.
the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals
From this reading PHIL ENCOUNTERS THE SHERIFF The May number of "Journey's End" containing Phil's veracious account of the dogs of Main Street created almost as much of a sensation as the consolidation of the First National with Montgomery's Bank.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading PHIL ENCOUNTERS THE SHERIFF The May number of "Journey's End" containing Phil's veracious account of the dogs of Main Street created almost as much of a sensation as the consolidation of the First National with Montgomery's Bank.
oldestadjectiveUS /ˈoʊldəst/
superlative of “old” — (used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading The fact that Miss Kirkwood belonged to one of the oldest and most distinguished families in central Indiana was not overlooked; but this was merely the prelude to a breezy description of her many adventures, her athletic prowess, her broad democracy.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading The fact that Miss Kirkwood belonged to one of the oldest and most distinguished families in central Indiana was not overlooked; but this was merely the prelude to a breezy description of her many adventures, her athletic prowess, her broad democracy.
overlookedadjectiveUS /ˈoʊvərlʊkt/
not taken into account
From this reading The fact that Miss Kirkwood belonged to one of the oldest and most distinguished families in central Indiana was not overlooked; but this was merely the prelude to a breezy description of her many adventures, her athletic prowess, her broad democracy.
PHIL
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From this reading PHIL ENCOUNTERS THE SHERIFF The May number of "Journey's End" containing Phil's veracious account of the dogs of Main Street created almost as much of a sensation as the consolidation of the First National with Montgomery's Bank.
Phil's
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From this reading PHIL ENCOUNTERS THE SHERIFF The May number of "Journey's End" containing Phil's veracious account of the dogs of Main Street created almost as much of a sensation as the consolidation of the First National with Montgomery's Bank.
planetnounUS /ˈplænət/
(astronomy) any of the nine large celestial bodies in the solar system that revolve around the sun and shine by reflected light
From this reading A new planet blazed in the Hoosier heavens, and it was the business of Montgomery's enterprising afternoon daily to note its appearance and speculate upon its course and destiny.
preludenounUS /ˈpreɪluːd/
something that serves as a preceding event or introduces what follows
From this reading The fact that Miss Kirkwood belonged to one of the oldest and most distinguished families in central Indiana was not overlooked; but this was merely the prelude to a breezy description of her many adventures, her athletic prowess, her broad democracy.
prowessnounUS /ˈpraʊəs/
a superior skill that you can learn by study and practice and observation
From this reading The fact that Miss Kirkwood belonged to one of the oldest and most distinguished families in central Indiana was not overlooked; but this was merely the prelude to a breezy description of her many adventures, her athletic prowess, her broad democracy.
an unelaborated elementary awareness of stimulation
From this reading PHIL ENCOUNTERS THE SHERIFF The May number of "Journey's End" containing Phil's veracious account of the dogs of Main Street created almost as much of a sensation as the consolidation of the First National with Montgomery's Bank.
SHERIFFnounUS /ˈʃerəf/
the principal law-enforcement officer in a county
From this reading PHIL ENCOUNTERS THE SHERIFF The May number of "Journey's End" containing Phil's veracious account of the dogs of Main Street created almost as much of a sensation as the consolidation of the First National with Montgomery's Bank.
speculateverbUS /ˈspekjəleɪt/
to believe especially on uncertain or tentative grounds
From this reading A new planet blazed in the Hoosier heavens, and it was the business of Montgomery's enterprising afternoon daily to note its appearance and speculate upon its course and destiny.
(astronomy) a celestial body of hot gases that radiates energy derived from thermonuclear reactions in the interior
From this reading The "Evening Star" did not neglect its duty to Indiana literature.
Star'snounUS /stɑːrz/
possessive form of “star” — (astronomy) a celestial body of hot gases that radiates energy derived from thermonuclear reactions in the interior
From this reading The "Evening Star's" "local" wrote a two-column "story" about Phil for the Sunday supplement of the Indianapolis "Advertiser."
a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program
From this reading The "Evening Star's" "local" wrote a two-column "story" about Phil for the Sunday supplement of the Indianapolis "Advertiser."
a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings
From this reading PHIL ENCOUNTERS THE SHERIFF The May number of "Journey's End" containing Phil's veracious account of the dogs of Main Street created almost as much of a sensation as the consolidation of the First National with Montgomery's Bank.
first day of the week; observed as a day of rest and worship by most Christians
From this reading The "Evening Star's" "local" wrote a two-column "story" about Phil for the Sunday supplement of the Indianapolis "Advertiser."
supplementnounUS /ˈsʌpləmənt/
textual matter that is added onto a publication; usually at the end
From this reading The "Evening Star's" "local" wrote a two-column "story" about Phil for the Sunday supplement of the Indianapolis "Advertiser."
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading The fact that Miss Kirkwood belonged to one of the oldest and most distinguished families in central Indiana was not overlooked; but this was merely the prelude to a breezy description of her many adventures, her athletic prowess, her broad democracy.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading PHIL ENCOUNTERS THE SHERIFF The May number of "Journey's End" containing Phil's veracious account of the dogs of Main Street created almost as much of a sensation as the consolidation of the First National with Montgomery's Bank.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading The fact that Miss Kirkwood belonged to one of the oldest and most distinguished families in central Indiana was not overlooked; but this was merely the prelude to a breezy description of her many adventures, her athletic prowess, her broad democracy.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading The "Evening Star" did not neglect its duty to Indiana literature.
two-column
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From this reading The "Evening Star's" "local" wrote a two-column "story" about Phil for the Sunday supplement of the Indianapolis "Advertiser."
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading A new planet blazed in the Hoosier heavens, and it was the business of Montgomery's enterprising afternoon daily to note its appearance and speculate upon its course and destiny.
veraciousadjective
habitually speaking the truth
From this reading PHIL ENCOUNTERS THE SHERIFF The May number of "Journey's End" containing Phil's veracious account of the dogs of Main Street created almost as much of a sensation as the consolidation of the First National with Montgomery's Bank.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading A new planet blazed in the Hoosier heavens, and it was the business of Montgomery's enterprising afternoon daily to note its appearance and speculate upon its course and destiny.
in the company of; together with
From this reading PHIL ENCOUNTERS THE SHERIFF The May number of "Journey's End" containing Phil's veracious account of the dogs of Main Street created almost as much of a sensation as the consolidation of the First National with Montgomery's Bank.
inflected form of “write” — produce a literary work
From this reading The "Evening Star's" "local" wrote a two-column "story" about Phil for the Sunday supplement of the Indianapolis "Advertiser."
