Chapter XXXIII · Chapter 33

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

From this reading ONE CAUSE OF THE HIGH COST OF LIVING In one of their fireside talks, Selwyn told Dru that a potential weapon in the hands of those who had selfish purposes to subserve, was the long and confusing ballot.

at all times; all the time and on every occasion

From this reading "Whenever a change is suggested by which it can be shortened, and the candidates brought within easy review of the electorate, the objection is always raised," said Selwyn, "that the rights of the people are being invaded.

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

From this reading ONE CAUSE OF THE HIGH COST OF LIVING In one of their fireside talks, Selwyn told Dru that a potential weapon in the hands of those who had selfish purposes to subserve, was the long and confusing ballot.

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

From this reading "Whenever a change is suggested by which it can be shortened, and the candidates brought within easy review of the electorate, the objection is always raised," said Selwyn, "that the rights of the people are being invaded.

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

From this reading As a rule, interest centers on the local man, and there is less scrutiny of those candidates seeking the more important offices."

a document listing the alternatives that is used in voting

From this reading ONE CAUSE OF THE HIGH COST OF LIVING In one of their fireside talks, Selwyn told Dru that a potential weapon in the hands of those who had selfish purposes to subserve, was the long and confusing ballot.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading "Whenever a change is suggested by which it can be shortened, and the candidates brought within easy review of the electorate, the objection is always raised," said Selwyn, "that the rights of the people are being invaded.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading "Whenever a change is suggested by which it can be shortened, and the candidates brought within easy review of the electorate, the objection is always raised," said Selwyn, "that the rights of the people are being invaded.

the cognitive process that leads to convictions

From this reading "'Let the people rule,' is the cry," he said, "and the unthinking many believing that democratic government is being threatened, demand that they be permitted to vote for every petty officer.

in addition to; as well as

From this reading "Of course quite the reverse is true," continued Selwyn, "for when the ballot is filled with names of candidates running for general and local offices, there is, besides the confusion, the usual trading.

inflected form of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere

From this reading "Whenever a change is suggested by which it can be shortened, and the candidates brought within easy review of the electorate, the objection is always raised," said Selwyn, "that the rights of the people are being invaded.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading "Whenever a change is suggested by which it can be shortened, and the candidates brought within easy review of the electorate, the objection is always raised," said Selwyn, "that the rights of the people are being invaded.

to be able to, or to be allowed to

From this reading "Whenever a change is suggested by which it can be shortened, and the candidates brought within easy review of the electorate, the objection is always raised," said Selwyn, "that the rights of the people are being invaded.

plural of “candidate” — a politician who is running for public office

From this reading "Whenever a change is suggested by which it can be shortened, and the candidates brought within easy review of the electorate, the objection is always raised," said Selwyn, "that the rights of the people are being invaded.

events that provide the generative force that is the origin of something

From this reading ONE CAUSE OF THE HIGH COST OF LIVING In one of their fireside talks, Selwyn told Dru that a potential weapon in the hands of those who had selfish purposes to subserve, was the long and confusing ballot.

plural of “center” — an area that is approximately central within some larger region

From this reading As a rule, interest centers on the local man, and there is less scrutiny of those candidates seeking the more important offices."

cause to change; make different; cause a transformation

From this reading "Whenever a change is suggested by which it can be shortened, and the candidates brought within easy review of the electorate, the objection is always raised," said Selwyn, "that the rights of the people are being invaded.

causing confusion or disorientation

From this reading ONE CAUSE OF THE HIGH COST OF LIVING In one of their fireside talks, Selwyn told Dru that a potential weapon in the hands of those who had selfish purposes to subserve, was the long and confusing ballot.

disorder resulting from a failure to behave predictably

From this reading "Of course quite the reverse is true," continued Selwyn, "for when the ballot is filled with names of candidates running for general and local offices, there is, besides the confusion, the usual trading.

without stop or interruption

From this reading "Of course quite the reverse is true," continued Selwyn, "for when the ballot is filled with names of candidates running for general and local offices, there is, besides the confusion, the usual trading.

the total spent for goods or services including money and time and labor

From this reading ONE CAUSE OF THE HIGH COST OF LIVING In one of their fireside talks, Selwyn told Dru that a potential weapon in the hands of those who had selfish purposes to subserve, was the long and confusing ballot.

education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings

From this reading "Of course quite the reverse is true," continued Selwyn, "for when the ballot is filled with names of candidates running for general and local offices, there is, besides the confusion, the usual trading.

utter a sudden loud cry

From this reading "'Let the people rule,' is the cry," he said, "and the unthinking many believing that democratic government is being threatened, demand that they be permitted to vote for every petty officer.

an urgent or peremptory request

From this reading "'Let the people rule,' is the cry," he said, "and the unthinking many believing that democratic government is being threatened, demand that they be permitted to vote for every petty officer.

characterized by or advocating or based upon the principles of democracy or social equality

From this reading "'Let the people rule,' is the cry," he said, "and the unthinking many believing that democratic government is being threatened, demand that they be permitted to vote for every petty officer.

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

From this reading ONE CAUSE OF THE HIGH COST OF LIVING In one of their fireside talks, Selwyn told Dru that a potential weapon in the hands of those who had selfish purposes to subserve, was the long and confusing ballot.

posing no difficulty; requiring little effort

From this reading "Whenever a change is suggested by which it can be shortened, and the candidates brought within easy review of the electorate, the objection is always raised," said Selwyn, "that the rights of the people are being invaded.

the body of enfranchised citizens; those qualified to vote

From this reading "Whenever a change is suggested by which it can be shortened, and the candidates brought within easy review of the electorate, the objection is always raised," said Selwyn, "that the rights of the people are being invaded.

all the members of a group, with none left out

From this reading "'Let the people rule,' is the cry," he said, "and the unthinking many believing that democratic government is being threatened, demand that they be permitted to vote for every petty officer.

(usually followed by “with” or used as a combining form) generously supplied with

From this reading "Of course quite the reverse is true," continued Selwyn, "for when the ballot is filled with names of candidates running for general and local offices, there is, besides the confusion, the usual trading.

an area near a fireplace (usually paved and extending out into a room)

From this reading ONE CAUSE OF THE HIGH COST OF LIVING In one of their fireside talks, Selwyn told Dru that a potential weapon in the hands of those who had selfish purposes to subserve, was the long and confusing ballot.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading "'Let the people rule,' is the cry," he said, "and the unthinking many believing that democratic government is being threatened, demand that they be permitted to vote for every petty officer.

applying to all or most members of a category or group

From this reading "Of course quite the reverse is true," continued Selwyn, "for when the ballot is filled with names of candidates running for general and local offices, there is, besides the confusion, the usual trading.

the organization that is the governing authority of a political unit

From this reading "'Let the people rule,' is the cry," he said, "and the unthinking many believing that democratic government is being threatened, demand that they be permitted to vote for every petty officer.

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

From this reading ONE CAUSE OF THE HIGH COST OF LIVING In one of their fireside talks, Selwyn told Dru that a potential weapon in the hands of those who had selfish purposes to subserve, was the long and confusing ballot.

(with “in”) guardianship over; in divorce cases it is the right to house and care for and discipline a child

From this reading ONE CAUSE OF THE HIGH COST OF LIVING In one of their fireside talks, Selwyn told Dru that a potential weapon in the hands of those who had selfish purposes to subserve, was the long and confusing ballot.

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

From this reading "'Let the people rule,' is the cry," he said, "and the unthinking many believing that democratic government is being threatened, demand that they be permitted to vote for every petty officer.

greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount

From this reading ONE CAUSE OF THE HIGH COST OF LIVING In one of their fireside talks, Selwyn told Dru that a potential weapon in the hands of those who had selfish purposes to subserve, was the long and confusing ballot.

of great significance or value

From this reading As a rule, interest centers on the local man, and there is less scrutiny of those candidates seeking the more important offices."

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

From this reading ONE CAUSE OF THE HIGH COST OF LIVING In one of their fireside talks, Selwyn told Dru that a potential weapon in the hands of those who had selfish purposes to subserve, was the long and confusing ballot.

a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something

From this reading As a rule, interest centers on the local man, and there is less scrutiny of those candidates seeking the more important offices."

past form of “invade” — march aggressively into another's territory by military force for the purposes of conquest and occupation

From this reading "Whenever a change is suggested by which it can be shortened, and the candidates brought within easy review of the electorate, the objection is always raised," said Selwyn, "that the rights of the people are being invaded.

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

From this reading "Whenever a change is suggested by which it can be shortened, and the candidates brought within easy review of the electorate, the objection is always raised," said Selwyn, "that the rights of the people are being invaded.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading "Whenever a change is suggested by which it can be shortened, and the candidates brought within easy review of the electorate, the objection is always raised," said Selwyn, "that the rights of the people are being invaded.

used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs

From this reading As a rule, interest centers on the local man, and there is less scrutiny of those candidates seeking the more important offices."

used to make a suggestion or a command including the speaker

From this reading "'Let the people rule,' is the cry," he said, "and the unthinking many believing that democratic government is being threatened, demand that they be permitted to vote for every petty officer.

the experience of being alive; the course of human events and activities

From this reading ONE CAUSE OF THE HIGH COST OF LIVING In one of their fireside talks, Selwyn told Dru that a potential weapon in the hands of those who had selfish purposes to subserve, was the long and confusing ballot.

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 "Of course quite the reverse is true," continued Selwyn, "for when the ballot is filled with names of candidates running for general and local offices, there is, besides the confusion, the usual trading.

primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified

From this reading ONE CAUSE OF THE HIGH COST OF LIVING In one of their fireside talks, Selwyn told Dru that a potential weapon in the hands of those who had selfish purposes to subserve, was the long and confusing ballot.

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

From this reading As a rule, interest centers on the local man, and there is less scrutiny of those candidates seeking the more important offices."

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 "'Let the people rule,' is the cry," he said, "and the unthinking many believing that democratic government is being threatened, demand that they be permitted to vote for every petty officer.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading As a rule, interest centers on the local man, and there is less scrutiny of those candidates seeking the more important offices."

verbal abuse; a crude substitute for argument

From this reading "Of course quite the reverse is true," continued Selwyn, "for when the ballot is filled with names of candidates running for general and local offices, there is, besides the confusion, the usual trading.

the act of expressing earnest opposition or protest

From this reading "Whenever a change is suggested by which it can be shortened, and the candidates brought within easy review of the electorate, the objection is always raised," said Selwyn, "that the rights of the people are being invaded.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading ONE CAUSE OF THE HIGH COST OF LIVING In one of their fireside talks, Selwyn told Dru that a potential weapon in the hands of those who had selfish purposes to subserve, was the long and confusing ballot.

any person in the armed services who holds a position of authority or command

From this reading "'Let the people rule,' is the cry," he said, "and the unthinking many believing that democratic government is being threatened, demand that they be permitted to vote for every petty officer.

plural of “office” — place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed

From this reading "Of course quite the reverse is true," continued Selwyn, "for when the ballot is filled with names of candidates running for general and local offices, there is, besides the confusion, the usual trading.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading As a rule, interest centers on the local man, and there is less scrutiny of those candidates seeking the more important offices."

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading ONE CAUSE OF THE HIGH COST OF LIVING In one of their fireside talks, Selwyn told Dru that a potential weapon in the hands of those who had selfish purposes to subserve, was the long and confusing ballot.

(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively

From this reading "Whenever a change is suggested by which it can be shortened, and the candidates brought within easy review of the electorate, the objection is always raised," said Selwyn, "that the rights of the people are being invaded.

inflected form of “permit” — consent to, give permission

From this reading "'Let the people rule,' is the cry," he said, "and the unthinking many believing that democratic government is being threatened, demand that they be permitted to vote for every petty officer.

inferior in rank or status

From this reading "'Let the people rule,' is the cry," he said, "and the unthinking many believing that democratic government is being threatened, demand that they be permitted to vote for every petty officer.

existing in possibility

From this reading ONE CAUSE OF THE HIGH COST OF LIVING In one of their fireside talks, Selwyn told Dru that a potential weapon in the hands of those who had selfish purposes to subserve, was the long and confusing ballot.

plural of “purpose” — an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions

From this reading ONE CAUSE OF THE HIGH COST OF LIVING In one of their fireside talks, Selwyn told Dru that a potential weapon in the hands of those who had selfish purposes to subserve, was the long and confusing ballot.

to a degree (not used with a negative)

From this reading "Of course quite the reverse is true," continued Selwyn, "for when the ballot is filled with names of candidates running for general and local offices, there is, besides the confusion, the usual trading.

located or moved above the surround or above the normal position

From this reading "Whenever a change is suggested by which it can be shortened, and the candidates brought within easy review of the electorate, the objection is always raised," said Selwyn, "that the rights of the people are being invaded.

change to the contrary

From this reading "Of course quite the reverse is true," continued Selwyn, "for when the ballot is filled with names of candidates running for general and local offices, there is, besides the confusion, the usual trading.

a new appraisal or evaluation

From this reading "Whenever a change is suggested by which it can be shortened, and the candidates brought within easy review of the electorate, the objection is always raised," said Selwyn, "that the rights of the people are being invaded.

plural of “right” — an abstract idea of that which is due to a person or governmental body by law or tradition or nature

From this reading "Whenever a change is suggested by which it can be shortened, and the candidates brought within easy review of the electorate, the objection is always raised," said Selwyn, "that the rights of the people are being invaded.

a principle or condition that customarily governs behavior

From this reading "'Let the people rule,' is the cry," he said, "and the unthinking many believing that democratic government is being threatened, demand that they be permitted to vote for every petty officer.

(of fluids) moving or issuing in a stream

From this reading "Of course quite the reverse is true," continued Selwyn, "for when the ballot is filled with names of candidates running for general and local offices, there is, besides the confusion, the usual trading.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading "Whenever a change is suggested by which it can be shortened, and the candidates brought within easy review of the electorate, the objection is always raised," said Selwyn, "that the rights of the people are being invaded.

the act of examining something closely (as for mistakes)

From this reading As a rule, interest centers on the local man, and there is less scrutiny of those candidates seeking the more important offices."

the act of searching for something

From this reading As a rule, interest centers on the local man, and there is less scrutiny of those candidates seeking the more important offices."

concerned chiefly or only with yourself and your advantage to the exclusion of others

From this reading ONE CAUSE OF THE HIGH COST OF LIVING In one of their fireside talks, Selwyn told Dru that a potential weapon in the hands of those who had selfish purposes to subserve, was the long and confusing ballot.

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

From this reading ONE CAUSE OF THE HIGH COST OF LIVING In one of their fireside talks, Selwyn told Dru that a potential weapon in the hands of those who had selfish purposes to subserve, was the long and confusing ballot.

cut short

From this reading "Whenever a change is suggested by which it can be shortened, and the candidates brought within easy review of the electorate, the objection is always raised," said Selwyn, "that the rights of the people are being invaded.

be helpful or useful

From this reading ONE CAUSE OF THE HIGH COST OF LIVING In one of their fireside talks, Selwyn told Dru that a potential weapon in the hands of those who had selfish purposes to subserve, was the long and confusing ballot.

past form of “suggest” — make a proposal, declare a plan for something

From this reading "Whenever a change is suggested by which it can be shortened, and the candidates brought within easy review of the electorate, the objection is always raised," said Selwyn, "that the rights of the people are being invaded.

a discussion intended to produce an agreement

From this reading ONE CAUSE OF THE HIGH COST OF LIVING In one of their fireside talks, Selwyn told Dru that a potential weapon in the hands of those who had selfish purposes to subserve, was the long and confusing ballot.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading ONE CAUSE OF THE HIGH COST OF LIVING In one of their fireside talks, Selwyn told Dru that a potential weapon in the hands of those who had selfish purposes to subserve, was the long and confusing ballot.

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

From this reading ONE CAUSE OF THE HIGH COST OF LIVING In one of their fireside talks, Selwyn told Dru that a potential weapon in the hands of those who had selfish purposes to subserve, was the long and confusing ballot.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading ONE CAUSE OF THE HIGH COST OF LIVING In one of their fireside talks, Selwyn told Dru that a potential weapon in the hands of those who had selfish purposes to subserve, was the long and confusing ballot.

in or at that place or location

From this reading "Of course quite the reverse is true," continued Selwyn, "for when the ballot is filled with names of candidates running for general and local offices, there is, besides the confusion, the usual trading.

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

From this reading "'Let the people rule,' is the cry," he said, "and the unthinking many believing that democratic government is being threatened, demand that they be permitted to vote for every petty officer.

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading ONE CAUSE OF THE HIGH COST OF LIVING In one of their fireside talks, Selwyn told Dru that a potential weapon in the hands of those who had selfish purposes to subserve, was the long and confusing ballot.

(of flora or fauna) likely in the near future to become endangered

From this reading "'Let the people rule,' is the cry," he said, "and the unthinking many believing that democratic government is being threatened, demand that they be permitted to vote for every petty officer.

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

From this reading ONE CAUSE OF THE HIGH COST OF LIVING In one of their fireside talks, Selwyn told Dru that a potential weapon in the hands of those who had selfish purposes to subserve, was the long and confusing ballot.

inflected form of “tell” — express in words

From this reading ONE CAUSE OF THE HIGH COST OF LIVING In one of their fireside talks, Selwyn told Dru that a potential weapon in the hands of those who had selfish purposes to subserve, was the long and confusing ballot.

buying or selling securities or commodities

From this reading "Of course quite the reverse is true," continued Selwyn, "for when the ballot is filled with names of candidates running for general and local offices, there is, besides the confusion, the usual trading.

consistent with fact or reality; not false

From this reading "Of course quite the reverse is true," continued Selwyn, "for when the ballot is filled with names of candidates running for general and local offices, there is, besides the confusion, the usual trading.

not exhibiting or characterized by careful thought

From this reading "'Let the people rule,' is the cry," he said, "and the unthinking many believing that democratic government is being threatened, demand that they be permitted to vote for every petty officer.

occurring or encountered or experienced or observed frequently or in accordance with regular practice or procedure

From this reading "Of course quite the reverse is true," continued Selwyn, "for when the ballot is filled with names of candidates running for general and local offices, there is, besides the confusion, the usual trading.

a choice that is made by counting the number of people in favor of each alternative

From this reading "'Let the people rule,' is the cry," he said, "and the unthinking many believing that democratic government is being threatened, demand that they be permitted to vote for every petty officer.

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

From this reading ONE CAUSE OF THE HIGH COST OF LIVING In one of their fireside talks, Selwyn told Dru that a potential weapon in the hands of those who had selfish purposes to subserve, was the long and confusing ballot.

any instrument or instrumentality used in fighting or hunting

From this reading ONE CAUSE OF THE HIGH COST OF LIVING In one of their fireside talks, Selwyn told Dru that a potential weapon in the hands of those who had selfish purposes to subserve, was the long and confusing ballot.

at the time that

From this reading "Of course quite the reverse is true," continued Selwyn, "for when the ballot is filled with names of candidates running for general and local offices, there is, besides the confusion, the usual trading.

at any time that; every time that

From this reading "Whenever a change is suggested by which it can be shortened, and the candidates brought within easy review of the electorate, the objection is always raised," said Selwyn, "that the rights of the people are being invaded.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading "Whenever a change is suggested by which it can be shortened, and the candidates brought within easy review of the electorate, the objection is always raised," said Selwyn, "that the rights of the people are being invaded.

which person or people

From this reading ONE CAUSE OF THE HIGH COST OF LIVING In one of their fireside talks, Selwyn told Dru that a potential weapon in the hands of those who had selfish purposes to subserve, was the long and confusing ballot.

in the company of; together with

From this reading "Of course quite the reverse is true," continued Selwyn, "for when the ballot is filled with names of candidates running for general and local offices, there is, besides the confusion, the usual trading.

inside; before a period of time has passed

From this reading "Whenever a change is suggested by which it can be shortened, and the candidates brought within easy review of the electorate, the objection is always raised," said Selwyn, "that the rights of the people are being invaded.