used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading _A man under sentence of marriage would be lucky to have a girl like Julia assigned to him--or would he?_ ROBERT F. YOUNG _works in a machine shop by day, and at night goes home and writes anti-machine stories!_ Pilgrims Project _is different: not so much anti-machine per se, it is still a vigorous argument in favor of the individual human spirit and against standardization.
AdministrationnounUS /ædˌmɪnɪˈstreɪʃən/
a method of tending to or managing the affairs of a some group of people (especially the group's business affairs)
From this reading The Marriage Administration girl inserted an application blank into the talk-typer on her desk.
touching and pressing; in opposition to
From this reading _A man under sentence of marriage would be lucky to have a girl like Julia assigned to him--or would he?_ ROBERT F. YOUNG _works in a machine shop by day, and at night goes home and writes anti-machine stories!_ Pilgrims Project _is different: not so much anti-machine per se, it is still a vigorous argument in favor of the individual human spirit and against standardization.
(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class
From this reading It is also, of course, a thoroughly exciting story--with one of the most intriguing villains in all sf!_ "I'd like to apply for a wife," I said.
in addition
From this reading It is also, of course, a thoroughly exciting story--with one of the most intriguing villains in all sf!_ "I'd like to apply for a wife," I said.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading The Marriage Administration girl inserted an application blank into the talk-typer on her desk.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading _A man under sentence of marriage would be lucky to have a girl like Julia assigned to him--or would he?_ ROBERT F. YOUNG _works in a machine shop by day, and at night goes home and writes anti-machine stories!_ Pilgrims Project _is different: not so much anti-machine per se, it is still a vigorous argument in favor of the individual human spirit and against standardization.
anti-machine
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From this reading _A man under sentence of marriage would be lucky to have a girl like Julia assigned to him--or would he?_ ROBERT F. YOUNG _works in a machine shop by day, and at night goes home and writes anti-machine stories!_ Pilgrims Project _is different: not so much anti-machine per se, it is still a vigorous argument in favor of the individual human spirit and against standardization.
applicationnounUS /ˌæpləˈkeɪʃən/
the act of bringing something to bear; using it for a particular purpose
From this reading The Marriage Administration girl inserted an application blank into the talk-typer on her desk.
applyverbUS /əˈplaɪ/
put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose
From this reading It is also, of course, a thoroughly exciting story--with one of the most intriguing villains in all sf!_ "I'd like to apply for a wife," I said.
a fact or assertion offered as evidence that something is true
From this reading _A man under sentence of marriage would be lucky to have a girl like Julia assigned to him--or would he?_ ROBERT F. YOUNG _works in a machine shop by day, and at night goes home and writes anti-machine stories!_ Pilgrims Project _is different: not so much anti-machine per se, it is still a vigorous argument in favor of the individual human spirit and against standardization.
assignedadjectiveUS /əˈsaɪnd/
appointed to a post or duty
From this reading _A man under sentence of marriage would be lucky to have a girl like Julia assigned to him--or would he?_ ROBERT F. YOUNG _works in a machine shop by day, and at night goes home and writes anti-machine stories!_ Pilgrims Project _is different: not so much anti-machine per se, it is still a vigorous argument in favor of the individual human spirit and against standardization.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading _A man under sentence of marriage would be lucky to have a girl like Julia assigned to him--or would he?_ ROBERT F. YOUNG _works in a machine shop by day, and at night goes home and writes anti-machine stories!_ Pilgrims Project _is different: not so much anti-machine per se, it is still a vigorous argument in favor of the individual human spirit and against standardization.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading _A man under sentence of marriage would be lucky to have a girl like Julia assigned to him--or would he?_ ROBERT F. YOUNG _works in a machine shop by day, and at night goes home and writes anti-machine stories!_ Pilgrims Project _is different: not so much anti-machine per se, it is still a vigorous argument in favor of the individual human spirit and against standardization.
blankadjectiveUS /blæŋk/
(of a surface) not written or printed on
From this reading The Marriage Administration girl inserted an application blank into the talk-typer on her desk.
of the color intermediate between green and violet; having a color similar to that of a clear unclouded sky
From this reading Her eyes were light blue and her hair was dark brown and she was wearing a Mayflower dress with a starched white collar.
an orange of low brightness and saturation
From this reading Her eyes were light blue and her hair was dark brown and she was wearing a Mayflower dress with a starched white collar.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading _A man under sentence of marriage would be lucky to have a girl like Julia assigned to him--or would he?_ ROBERT F. YOUNG _works in a machine shop by day, and at night goes home and writes anti-machine stories!_ Pilgrims Project _is different: not so much anti-machine per se, it is still a vigorous argument in favor of the individual human spirit and against standardization.
collarnounUS /ˈkɑːlər/
a band that fits around the neck and is usually folded over
From this reading Her eyes were light blue and her hair was dark brown and she was wearing a Mayflower dress with a starched white collar.
education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings
From this reading It is also, of course, a thoroughly exciting story--with one of the most intriguing villains in all sf!_ "I'd like to apply for a wife," I said.
absence of light or illumination
From this reading Her eyes were light blue and her hair was dark brown and she was wearing a Mayflower dress with a starched white collar.
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading _A man under sentence of marriage would be lucky to have a girl like Julia assigned to him--or would he?_ ROBERT F. YOUNG _works in a machine shop by day, and at night goes home and writes anti-machine stories!_ Pilgrims Project _is different: not so much anti-machine per se, it is still a vigorous argument in favor of the individual human spirit and against standardization.
a piece of furniture with a writing surface and usually drawers or other compartments
From this reading The Marriage Administration girl inserted an application blank into the talk-typer on her desk.
unlike in nature or quality or form or degree
From this reading _A man under sentence of marriage would be lucky to have a girl like Julia assigned to him--or would he?_ ROBERT F. YOUNG _works in a machine shop by day, and at night goes home and writes anti-machine stories!_ Pilgrims Project _is different: not so much anti-machine per se, it is still a vigorous argument in favor of the individual human spirit and against standardization.
put on clothes
From this reading Her eyes were light blue and her hair was dark brown and she was wearing a Mayflower dress with a starched white collar.
excitingadjectiveUS /ɪkˈsaɪtɪŋ/
creating or arousing excitement
From this reading It is also, of course, a thoroughly exciting story--with one of the most intriguing villains in all sf!_ "I'd like to apply for a wife," I said.
opinion or judgment
From this reading Her eyes were light blue and her hair was dark brown and she was wearing a Mayflower dress with a starched white collar.
a degree on the Fahrenheit scale of temperature
From this reading _A man under sentence of marriage would be lucky to have a girl like Julia assigned to him--or would he?_ ROBERT F. YOUNG _works in a machine shop by day, and at night goes home and writes anti-machine stories!_ Pilgrims Project _is different: not so much anti-machine per se, it is still a vigorous argument in favor of the individual human spirit and against standardization.
promote over another
From this reading _A man under sentence of marriage would be lucky to have a girl like Julia assigned to him--or would he?_ ROBERT F. YOUNG _works in a machine shop by day, and at night goes home and writes anti-machine stories!_ Pilgrims Project _is different: not so much anti-machine per se, it is still a vigorous argument in favor of the individual human spirit and against standardization.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading It is also, of course, a thoroughly exciting story--with one of the most intriguing villains in all sf!_ "I'd like to apply for a wife," I said.
a young female
From this reading _A man under sentence of marriage would be lucky to have a girl like Julia assigned to him--or would he?_ ROBERT F. YOUNG _works in a machine shop by day, and at night goes home and writes anti-machine stories!_ Pilgrims Project _is different: not so much anti-machine per se, it is still a vigorous argument in favor of the individual human spirit and against standardization.
plural of “go” — a time period for working (after which you will be relieved by someone else)
From this reading _A man under sentence of marriage would be lucky to have a girl like Julia assigned to him--or would he?_ ROBERT F. YOUNG _works in a machine shop by day, and at night goes home and writes anti-machine stories!_ Pilgrims Project _is different: not so much anti-machine per se, it is still a vigorous argument in favor of the individual human spirit and against standardization.
a covering for the body (or parts of it) consisting of a dense growth of threadlike structures (as on the human head); helps to prevent heat loss
From this reading Her eyes were light blue and her hair was dark brown and she was wearing a Mayflower dress with a starched white collar.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading _A man under sentence of marriage would be lucky to have a girl like Julia assigned to him--or would he?_ ROBERT F. YOUNG _works in a machine shop by day, and at night goes home and writes anti-machine stories!_ Pilgrims Project _is different: not so much anti-machine per se, it is still a vigorous argument in favor of the individual human spirit and against standardization.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading _A man under sentence of marriage would be lucky to have a girl like Julia assigned to him--or would he?_ ROBERT F. YOUNG _works in a machine shop by day, and at night goes home and writes anti-machine stories!_ Pilgrims Project _is different: not so much anti-machine per se, it is still a vigorous argument in favor of the individual human spirit and against standardization.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading The Marriage Administration girl inserted an application blank into the talk-typer on her desk.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading _A man under sentence of marriage would be lucky to have a girl like Julia assigned to him--or would he?_ ROBERT F. YOUNG _works in a machine shop by day, and at night goes home and writes anti-machine stories!_ Pilgrims Project _is different: not so much anti-machine per se, it is still a vigorous argument in favor of the individual human spirit and against standardization.
where you live at a particular time
From this reading _A man under sentence of marriage would be lucky to have a girl like Julia assigned to him--or would he?_ ROBERT F. YOUNG _works in a machine shop by day, and at night goes home and writes anti-machine stories!_ Pilgrims Project _is different: not so much anti-machine per se, it is still a vigorous argument in favor of the individual human spirit and against standardization.
humanadjectiveUS /ˈhjuːmən/
characteristic of humanity
From this reading _A man under sentence of marriage would be lucky to have a girl like Julia assigned to him--or would he?_ ROBERT F. YOUNG _works in a machine shop by day, and at night goes home and writes anti-machine stories!_ Pilgrims Project _is different: not so much anti-machine per se, it is still a vigorous argument in favor of the individual human spirit and against standardization.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading It is also, of course, a thoroughly exciting story--with one of the most intriguing villains in all sf!_ "I'd like to apply for a wife," I said.
I'd
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From this reading It is also, of course, a thoroughly exciting story--with one of the most intriguing villains in all sf!_ "I'd like to apply for a wife," I said.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading _A man under sentence of marriage would be lucky to have a girl like Julia assigned to him--or would he?_ ROBERT F. YOUNG _works in a machine shop by day, and at night goes home and writes anti-machine stories!_ Pilgrims Project _is different: not so much anti-machine per se, it is still a vigorous argument in favor of the individual human spirit and against standardization.
being or characteristic of a single thing or person
From this reading _A man under sentence of marriage would be lucky to have a girl like Julia assigned to him--or would he?_ ROBERT F. YOUNG _works in a machine shop by day, and at night goes home and writes anti-machine stories!_ Pilgrims Project _is different: not so much anti-machine per se, it is still a vigorous argument in favor of the individual human spirit and against standardization.
insertedverbUS /ˌɪnˈsɜːrtəd/
past form of “insert” — put or introduce into something
From this reading The Marriage Administration girl inserted an application blank into the talk-typer on her desk.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading The Marriage Administration girl inserted an application blank into the talk-typer on her desk.
intriguingadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈtriːɡɪŋ/
disturbingly provocative
From this reading It is also, of course, a thoroughly exciting story--with one of the most intriguing villains in all sf!_ "I'd like to apply for a wife," I said.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading _A man under sentence of marriage would be lucky to have a girl like Julia assigned to him--or would he?_ ROBERT F. YOUNG _works in a machine shop by day, and at night goes home and writes anti-machine stories!_ Pilgrims Project _is different: not so much anti-machine per se, it is still a vigorous argument in favor of the individual human spirit and against standardization.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading _A man under sentence of marriage would be lucky to have a girl like Julia assigned to him--or would he?_ ROBERT F. YOUNG _works in a machine shop by day, and at night goes home and writes anti-machine stories!_ Pilgrims Project _is different: not so much anti-machine per se, it is still a vigorous argument in favor of the individual human spirit and against standardization.
Julia
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From this reading _A man under sentence of marriage would be lucky to have a girl like Julia assigned to him--or would he?_ ROBERT F. YOUNG _works in a machine shop by day, and at night goes home and writes anti-machine stories!_ Pilgrims Project _is different: not so much anti-machine per se, it is still a vigorous argument in favor of the individual human spirit and against standardization.
of comparatively little physical weight or density
From this reading Her eyes were light blue and her hair was dark brown and she was wearing a Mayflower dress with a starched white collar.
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading _A man under sentence of marriage would be lucky to have a girl like Julia assigned to him--or would he?_ ROBERT F. YOUNG _works in a machine shop by day, and at night goes home and writes anti-machine stories!_ Pilgrims Project _is different: not so much anti-machine per se, it is still a vigorous argument in favor of the individual human spirit and against standardization.
occurring by chance
From this reading _A man under sentence of marriage would be lucky to have a girl like Julia assigned to him--or would he?_ ROBERT F. YOUNG _works in a machine shop by day, and at night goes home and writes anti-machine stories!_ Pilgrims Project _is different: not so much anti-machine per se, it is still a vigorous argument in favor of the individual human spirit and against standardization.
any mechanical or electrical device that transmits or modifies energy to perform or assist in the performance of human tasks
From this reading _A man under sentence of marriage would be lucky to have a girl like Julia assigned to him--or would he?_ ROBERT F. YOUNG _works in a machine shop by day, and at night goes home and writes anti-machine stories!_ Pilgrims Project _is different: not so much anti-machine per se, it is still a vigorous argument in favor of the individual human spirit and against standardization.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading _A man under sentence of marriage would be lucky to have a girl like Julia assigned to him--or would he?_ ROBERT F. YOUNG _works in a machine shop by day, and at night goes home and writes anti-machine stories!_ Pilgrims Project _is different: not so much anti-machine per se, it is still a vigorous argument in favor of the individual human spirit and against standardization.
the state of being a married couple voluntarily joined for life (or until divorce)
From this reading _A man under sentence of marriage would be lucky to have a girl like Julia assigned to him--or would he?_ ROBERT F. YOUNG _works in a machine shop by day, and at night goes home and writes anti-machine stories!_ Pilgrims Project _is different: not so much anti-machine per se, it is still a vigorous argument in favor of the individual human spirit and against standardization.
MayflowernounUS /ˈmeɪflaʊər/
the ship in which the Pilgrim Fathers sailed from England to Massachusetts in 1620
From this reading Her eyes were light blue and her hair was dark brown and she was wearing a Mayflower dress with a starched white collar.
used to form the superlative
From this reading It is also, of course, a thoroughly exciting story--with one of the most intriguing villains in all sf!_ "I'd like to apply for a wife," I said.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading _A man under sentence of marriage would be lucky to have a girl like Julia assigned to him--or would he?_ ROBERT F. YOUNG _works in a machine shop by day, and at night goes home and writes anti-machine stories!_ Pilgrims Project _is different: not so much anti-machine per se, it is still a vigorous argument in favor of the individual human spirit and against standardization.
assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading "Name and number?"
the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside
From this reading _A man under sentence of marriage would be lucky to have a girl like Julia assigned to him--or would he?_ ROBERT F. YOUNG _works in a machine shop by day, and at night goes home and writes anti-machine stories!_ Pilgrims Project _is different: not so much anti-machine per se, it is still a vigorous argument in favor of the individual human spirit and against standardization.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading _A man under sentence of marriage would be lucky to have a girl like Julia assigned to him--or would he?_ ROBERT F. YOUNG _works in a machine shop by day, and at night goes home and writes anti-machine stories!_ Pilgrims Project _is different: not so much anti-machine per se, it is still a vigorous argument in favor of the individual human spirit and against standardization.
the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals
From this reading "Name and number?"
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading _A man under sentence of marriage would be lucky to have a girl like Julia assigned to him--or would he?_ ROBERT F. YOUNG _works in a machine shop by day, and at night goes home and writes anti-machine stories!_ Pilgrims Project _is different: not so much anti-machine per se, it is still a vigorous argument in favor of the individual human spirit and against standardization.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading The Marriage Administration girl inserted an application blank into the talk-typer on her desk.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading It is also, of course, a thoroughly exciting story--with one of the most intriguing villains in all sf!_ "I'd like to apply for a wife," I said.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading _A man under sentence of marriage would be lucky to have a girl like Julia assigned to him--or would he?_ ROBERT F. YOUNG _works in a machine shop by day, and at night goes home and writes anti-machine stories!_ Pilgrims Project _is different: not so much anti-machine per se, it is still a vigorous argument in favor of the individual human spirit and against standardization.
for each
From this reading _A man under sentence of marriage would be lucky to have a girl like Julia assigned to him--or would he?_ ROBERT F. YOUNG _works in a machine shop by day, and at night goes home and writes anti-machine stories!_ Pilgrims Project _is different: not so much anti-machine per se, it is still a vigorous argument in favor of the individual human spirit and against standardization.
PilgrimsnounUS /ˈpɪlɡrəmz/
plural of “pilgrim” — someone who journeys in foreign lands
From this reading _A man under sentence of marriage would be lucky to have a girl like Julia assigned to him--or would he?_ ROBERT F. YOUNG _works in a machine shop by day, and at night goes home and writes anti-machine stories!_ Pilgrims Project _is different: not so much anti-machine per se, it is still a vigorous argument in favor of the individual human spirit and against standardization.
ProjectverbUS /ˈprɑːdʒekt/
communicate vividly
From this reading _A man under sentence of marriage would be lucky to have a girl like Julia assigned to him--or would he?_ ROBERT F. YOUNG _works in a machine shop by day, and at night goes home and writes anti-machine stories!_ Pilgrims Project _is different: not so much anti-machine per se, it is still a vigorous argument in favor of the individual human spirit and against standardization.
United States parliamentary authority and author (in 1876) of Robert's Rules of Order (1837-1923)
From this reading _A man under sentence of marriage would be lucky to have a girl like Julia assigned to him--or would he?_ ROBERT F. YOUNG _works in a machine shop by day, and at night goes home and writes anti-machine stories!_ Pilgrims Project _is different: not so much anti-machine per se, it is still a vigorous argument in favor of the individual human spirit and against standardization.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading It is also, of course, a thoroughly exciting story--with one of the most intriguing villains in all sf!_ "I'd like to apply for a wife," I said.
a toxic nonmetallic element related to sulfur and tellurium
From this reading _A man under sentence of marriage would be lucky to have a girl like Julia assigned to him--or would he?_ ROBERT F. YOUNG _works in a machine shop by day, and at night goes home and writes anti-machine stories!_ Pilgrims Project _is different: not so much anti-machine per se, it is still a vigorous argument in favor of the individual human spirit and against standardization.
a string of words satisfying the grammatical rules of a language
From this reading _A man under sentence of marriage would be lucky to have a girl like Julia assigned to him--or would he?_ ROBERT F. YOUNG _works in a machine shop by day, and at night goes home and writes anti-machine stories!_ Pilgrims Project _is different: not so much anti-machine per se, it is still a vigorous argument in favor of the individual human spirit and against standardization.
sf
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From this reading It is also, of course, a thoroughly exciting story--with one of the most intriguing villains in all sf!_ "I'd like to apply for a wife," I said.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Her eyes were light blue and her hair was dark brown and she was wearing a Mayflower dress with a starched white collar.
do one's shopping
From this reading _A man under sentence of marriage would be lucky to have a girl like Julia assigned to him--or would he?_ ROBERT F. YOUNG _works in a machine shop by day, and at night goes home and writes anti-machine stories!_ Pilgrims Project _is different: not so much anti-machine per se, it is still a vigorous argument in favor of the individual human spirit and against standardization.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading _A man under sentence of marriage would be lucky to have a girl like Julia assigned to him--or would he?_ ROBERT F. YOUNG _works in a machine shop by day, and at night goes home and writes anti-machine stories!_ Pilgrims Project _is different: not so much anti-machine per se, it is still a vigorous argument in favor of the individual human spirit and against standardization.
the vital principle or animating force within living things
From this reading _A man under sentence of marriage would be lucky to have a girl like Julia assigned to him--or would he?_ ROBERT F. YOUNG _works in a machine shop by day, and at night goes home and writes anti-machine stories!_ Pilgrims Project _is different: not so much anti-machine per se, it is still a vigorous argument in favor of the individual human spirit and against standardization.
standardizationnounUS /stændərdɪˈzeɪʃən/
the condition in which a standard has been successfully established
From this reading _A man under sentence of marriage would be lucky to have a girl like Julia assigned to him--or would he?_ ROBERT F. YOUNG _works in a machine shop by day, and at night goes home and writes anti-machine stories!_ Pilgrims Project _is different: not so much anti-machine per se, it is still a vigorous argument in favor of the individual human spirit and against standardization.
starchedverbUS /stɑːrtʃt/
past form of “starch” — stiffen with starch
From this reading Her eyes were light blue and her hair was dark brown and she was wearing a Mayflower dress with a starched white collar.
not in physical motion
From this reading _A man under sentence of marriage would be lucky to have a girl like Julia assigned to him--or would he?_ ROBERT F. YOUNG _works in a machine shop by day, and at night goes home and writes anti-machine stories!_ Pilgrims Project _is different: not so much anti-machine per se, it is still a vigorous argument in favor of the individual human spirit and against standardization.
plural of “story” — 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 _A man under sentence of marriage would be lucky to have a girl like Julia assigned to him--or would he?_ ROBERT F. YOUNG _works in a machine shop by day, and at night goes home and writes anti-machine stories!_ Pilgrims Project _is different: not so much anti-machine per se, it is still a vigorous argument in favor of the individual human spirit and against standardization.
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 It is also, of course, a thoroughly exciting story--with one of the most intriguing villains in all sf!_ "I'd like to apply for a wife," I said.
talk-typer
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From this reading The Marriage Administration girl inserted an application blank into the talk-typer on her desk.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading _A man under sentence of marriage would be lucky to have a girl like Julia assigned to him--or would he?_ ROBERT F. YOUNG _works in a machine shop by day, and at night goes home and writes anti-machine stories!_ Pilgrims Project _is different: not so much anti-machine per se, it is still a vigorous argument in favor of the individual human spirit and against standardization.
in an exhaustive manner
From this reading It is also, of course, a thoroughly exciting story--with one of the most intriguing villains in all sf!_ "I'd like to apply for a wife," I said.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading _A man under sentence of marriage would be lucky to have a girl like Julia assigned to him--or would he?_ ROBERT F. YOUNG _works in a machine shop by day, and at night goes home and writes anti-machine stories!_ Pilgrims Project _is different: not so much anti-machine per se, it is still a vigorous argument in favor of the individual human spirit and against standardization.
underprepositionUS /ˈʌndər/
below or beneath something; less than
From this reading _A man under sentence of marriage would be lucky to have a girl like Julia assigned to him--or would he?_ ROBERT F. YOUNG _works in a machine shop by day, and at night goes home and writes anti-machine stories!_ Pilgrims Project _is different: not so much anti-machine per se, it is still a vigorous argument in favor of the individual human spirit and against standardization.
vigorousadjectiveUS /ˈvɪɡərəs/
characterized by forceful and energetic action or activity
From this reading _A man under sentence of marriage would be lucky to have a girl like Julia assigned to him--or would he?_ ROBERT F. YOUNG _works in a machine shop by day, and at night goes home and writes anti-machine stories!_ Pilgrims Project _is different: not so much anti-machine per se, it is still a vigorous argument in favor of the individual human spirit and against standardization.
villainsnounUS /ˈvɪlənz/
plural of “villain” — a wicked or evil person; someone who does evil deliberately
From this reading It is also, of course, a thoroughly exciting story--with one of the most intriguing villains in all sf!_ "I'd like to apply for a wife," I said.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Her eyes were light blue and her hair was dark brown and she was wearing a Mayflower dress with a starched white collar.
(geology) the mechanical process of wearing or grinding something down (as by particles washing over it)
From this reading Her eyes were light blue and her hair was dark brown and she was wearing a Mayflower dress with a starched white collar.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Her eyes were light blue and her hair was dark brown and she was wearing a Mayflower dress with a starched white collar.
a Caucasian
From this reading Her eyes were light blue and her hair was dark brown and she was wearing a Mayflower dress with a starched white collar.
a married woman; a man's partner in marriage
From this reading It is also, of course, a thoroughly exciting story--with one of the most intriguing villains in all sf!_ "I'd like to apply for a wife," I said.
in the company of; together with
From this reading It is also, of course, a thoroughly exciting story--with one of the most intriguing villains in all sf!_ "I'd like to apply for a wife," I said.
buildings for carrying on industrial labor
From this reading _A man under sentence of marriage would be lucky to have a girl like Julia assigned to him--or would he?_ ROBERT F. YOUNG _works in a machine shop by day, and at night goes home and writes anti-machine stories!_ Pilgrims Project _is different: not so much anti-machine per se, it is still a vigorous argument in favor of the individual human spirit and against standardization.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading _A man under sentence of marriage would be lucky to have a girl like Julia assigned to him--or would he?_ ROBERT F. YOUNG _works in a machine shop by day, and at night goes home and writes anti-machine stories!_ Pilgrims Project _is different: not so much anti-machine per se, it is still a vigorous argument in favor of the individual human spirit and against standardization.
writesverbUS /raɪts/
third-person singular of “write” — produce a literary work
From this reading _A man under sentence of marriage would be lucky to have a girl like Julia assigned to him--or would he?_ ROBERT F. YOUNG _works in a machine shop by day, and at night goes home and writes anti-machine stories!_ Pilgrims Project _is different: not so much anti-machine per se, it is still a vigorous argument in favor of the individual human spirit and against standardization.
(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth
From this reading _A man under sentence of marriage would be lucky to have a girl like Julia assigned to him--or would he?_ ROBERT F. YOUNG _works in a machine shop by day, and at night goes home and writes anti-machine stories!_ Pilgrims Project _is different: not so much anti-machine per se, it is still a vigorous argument in favor of the individual human spirit and against standardization.
