Chapter II · Chapter 2

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

From this reading He received a note from the city editor which read as follows: “Go and pass the night alone in the haunted house in Vine street and if anything occurs worth while make two columns.”

be able to spare or give up

From this reading Saylor obeyed his superior; he could not afford to lose his position on the paper.

Having no one else present.

From this reading He received a note from the city editor which read as follows: “Go and pass the night alone in the haunted house in Vine street and if anything occurs worth while make two columns.”

to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)

From this reading Before it was altogether dark the curious crowd had collected in the street, silent, as a rule, and expectant, with here and there a scoffer uttering his incredulity and courage with scornful remarks or ribald cries.

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

From this reading Apprising the police of his intention, he effected an entrance through a rear window before dark, walked through the deserted rooms, bare of furniture, dusty and desolate, and seating himself at last in the parlor on an old sofa which he had dragged in from another room watched the deepening of the gloom as night came on.

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

From this reading He received a note from the city editor which read as follows: “Go and pass the night alone in the haunted house in Vine street and if anything occurs worth while make two columns.”

one more of the same kind, or a different one

From this reading Apprising the police of his intention, he effected an entrance through a rear window before dark, walked through the deserted rooms, bare of furniture, dusty and desolate, and seating himself at last in the parlor on an old sofa which he had dragged in from another room watched the deepening of the gloom as night came on.

any thing at all

From this reading He received a note from the city editor which read as follows: “Go and pass the night alone in the haunted house in Vine street and if anything occurs worth while make two columns.”

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From this reading Apprising the police of his intention, he effected an entrance through a rear window before dark, walked through the deserted rooms, bare of furniture, dusty and desolate, and seating himself at last in the parlor on an old sofa which he had dragged in from another room watched the deepening of the gloom as night came on.

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

From this reading He received a note from the city editor which read as follows: “Go and pass the night alone in the haunted house in Vine street and if anything occurs worth while make two columns.”

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading One day during the prevalence of the excitement Saylor presented himself at the office of the _Commercial_ for orders.

completely unclothed

From this reading Apprising the police of his intention, he effected an entrance through a rear window before dark, walked through the deserted rooms, bare of furniture, dusty and desolate, and seating himself at last in the parlor on an old sofa which he had dragged in from another room watched the deepening of the gloom as night came on.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading Apprising the police of his intention, he effected an entrance through a rear window before dark, walked through the deserted rooms, bare of furniture, dusty and desolate, and seating himself at last in the parlor on an old sofa which he had dragged in from another room watched the deepening of the gloom as night came on.

inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading Apprising the police of his intention, he effected an entrance through a rear window before dark, walked through the deserted rooms, bare of furniture, dusty and desolate, and seating himself at last in the parlor on an old sofa which he had dragged in from another room watched the deepening of the gloom as night came on.

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

From this reading He received a note from the city editor which read as follows: “Go and pass the night alone in the haunted house in Vine street and if anything occurs worth while make two columns.”

brought together in one place

From this reading Before it was altogether dark the curious crowd had collected in the street, silent, as a rule, and expectant, with here and there a scoffer uttering his incredulity and courage with scornful remarks or ribald cries.

plural of “column” — a line of units following one after another

From this reading He received a note from the city editor which read as follows: “Go and pass the night alone in the haunted house in Vine street and if anything occurs worth while make two columns.”

connected with or engaged in or sponsored by or used in commerce or commercial enterprises

From this reading One day during the prevalence of the excitement Saylor presented himself at the office of the _Commercial_ for orders.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading Saylor obeyed his superior; he could not afford to lose his position on the paper.

a quality of spirit that enables you to face danger or pain without showing fear

From this reading Before it was altogether dark the curious crowd had collected in the street, silent, as a rule, and expectant, with here and there a scoffer uttering his incredulity and courage with scornful remarks or ribald cries.

plural of “cry” — a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition

From this reading Before it was altogether dark the curious crowd had collected in the street, silent, as a rule, and expectant, with here and there a scoffer uttering his incredulity and courage with scornful remarks or ribald cries.

cause to herd, drive, or crowd together

From this reading Before it was altogether dark the curious crowd had collected in the street, silent, as a rule, and expectant, with here and there a scoffer uttering his incredulity and courage with scornful remarks or ribald cries.

beyond or deviating from the usual or expected

From this reading Before it was altogether dark the curious crowd had collected in the street, silent, as a rule, and expectant, with here and there a scoffer uttering his incredulity and courage with scornful remarks or ribald cries.

absence of light or illumination

From this reading Apprising the police of his intention, he effected an entrance through a rear window before dark, walked through the deserted rooms, bare of furniture, dusty and desolate, and seating himself at last in the parlor on an old sofa which he had dragged in from another room watched the deepening of the gloom as night came on.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading One day during the prevalence of the excitement Saylor presented himself at the office of the _Commercial_ for orders.

a process of becoming deeper and more profound

From this reading Apprising the police of his intention, he effected an entrance through a rear window before dark, walked through the deserted rooms, bare of furniture, dusty and desolate, and seating himself at last in the parlor on an old sofa which he had dragged in from another room watched the deepening of the gloom as night came on.

forsaken by owner or inhabitants

From this reading Apprising the police of his intention, he effected an entrance through a rear window before dark, walked through the deserted rooms, bare of furniture, dusty and desolate, and seating himself at last in the parlor on an old sofa which he had dragged in from another room watched the deepening of the gloom as night came on.

providing no shelter or sustenance

From this reading Apprising the police of his intention, he effected an entrance through a rear window before dark, walked through the deserted rooms, bare of furniture, dusty and desolate, and seating himself at last in the parlor on an old sofa which he had dragged in from another room watched the deepening of the gloom as night came on.

inflected form of “drag” — pull, as against a resistance

From this reading Apprising the police of his intention, he effected an entrance through a rear window before dark, walked through the deserted rooms, bare of furniture, dusty and desolate, and seating himself at last in the parlor on an old sofa which he had dragged in from another room watched the deepening of the gloom as night came on.

all through a period, or at some point within it

From this reading One day during the prevalence of the excitement Saylor presented himself at the office of the _Commercial_ for orders.

covered with a layer of dust

From this reading Apprising the police of his intention, he effected an entrance through a rear window before dark, walked through the deserted rooms, bare of furniture, dusty and desolate, and seating himself at last in the parlor on an old sofa which he had dragged in from another room watched the deepening of the gloom as night came on.

a person responsible for the editorial aspects of publication; the person who determines the final content of a text (especially of a newspaper or magazine)

From this reading He received a note from the city editor which read as follows: “Go and pass the night alone in the haunted house in Vine street and if anything occurs worth while make two columns.”

settled securely and unconditionally

From this reading Apprising the police of his intention, he effected an entrance through a rear window before dark, walked through the deserted rooms, bare of furniture, dusty and desolate, and seating himself at last in the parlor on an old sofa which he had dragged in from another room watched the deepening of the gloom as night came on.

something that provides access (to get in or get out)

From this reading Apprising the police of his intention, he effected an entrance through a rear window before dark, walked through the deserted rooms, bare of furniture, dusty and desolate, and seating himself at last in the parlor on an old sofa which he had dragged in from another room watched the deepening of the gloom as night came on.

the feeling of lively and cheerful joy

From this reading One day during the prevalence of the excitement Saylor presented himself at the office of the _Commercial_ for orders.

marked by eager anticipation

From this reading Before it was altogether dark the curious crowd had collected in the street, silent, as a rule, and expectant, with here and there a scoffer uttering his incredulity and courage with scornful remarks or ribald cries.

third-person singular of “follow” — to travel behind, go after, come after

From this reading He received a note from the city editor which read as follows: “Go and pass the night alone in the haunted house in Vine street and if anything occurs worth while make two columns.”

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading One day during the prevalence of the excitement Saylor presented himself at the office of the _Commercial_ for orders.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading He received a note from the city editor which read as follows: “Go and pass the night alone in the haunted house in Vine street and if anything occurs worth while make two columns.”

furnishings that make a room or other area ready for occupancy

From this reading Apprising the police of his intention, he effected an entrance through a rear window before dark, walked through the deserted rooms, bare of furniture, dusty and desolate, and seating himself at last in the parlor on an old sofa which he had dragged in from another room watched the deepening of the gloom as night came on.

a state of partial or total darkness

From this reading Apprising the police of his intention, he effected an entrance through a rear window before dark, walked through the deserted rooms, bare of furniture, dusty and desolate, and seating himself at last in the parlor on an old sofa which he had dragged in from another room watched the deepening of the gloom as night came on.

change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading He received a note from the city editor which read as follows: “Go and pass the night alone in the haunted house in Vine street and if anything occurs worth while make two columns.”

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

From this reading Apprising the police of his intention, he effected an entrance through a rear window before dark, walked through the deserted rooms, bare of furniture, dusty and desolate, and seating himself at last in the parlor on an old sofa which he had dragged in from another room watched the deepening of the gloom as night came on.

having or showing excessive or compulsive concern with something

From this reading He received a note from the city editor which read as follows: “Go and pass the night alone in the haunted house in Vine street and if anything occurs worth while make two columns.”

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

From this reading He received a note from the city editor which read as follows: “Go and pass the night alone in the haunted house in Vine street and if anything occurs worth while make two columns.”

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

From this reading Before it was altogether dark the curious crowd had collected in the street, silent, as a rule, and expectant, with here and there a scoffer uttering his incredulity and courage with scornful remarks or ribald cries.

used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object

From this reading One day during the prevalence of the excitement Saylor presented himself at the office of the _Commercial_ for orders.

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

From this reading Saylor obeyed his superior; he could not afford to lose his position on the paper.

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

From this reading He received a note from the city editor which read as follows: “Go and pass the night alone in the haunted house in Vine street and if anything occurs worth while make two columns.”

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading He received a note from the city editor which read as follows: “Go and pass the night alone in the haunted house in Vine street and if anything occurs worth while make two columns.”

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

From this reading He received a note from the city editor which read as follows: “Go and pass the night alone in the haunted house in Vine street and if anything occurs worth while make two columns.”

doubt about the truth of something

From this reading Before it was altogether dark the curious crowd had collected in the street, silent, as a rule, and expectant, with here and there a scoffer uttering his incredulity and courage with scornful remarks or ribald cries.

an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions

From this reading Apprising the police of his intention, he effected an entrance through a rear window before dark, walked through the deserted rooms, bare of furniture, dusty and desolate, and seating himself at last in the parlor on an old sofa which he had dragged in from another room watched the deepening of the gloom as night came on.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Before it was altogether dark the curious crowd had collected in the street, silent, as a rule, and expectant, with here and there a scoffer uttering his incredulity and courage with scornful remarks or ribald cries.

immediately past

From this reading Apprising the police of his intention, he effected an entrance through a rear window before dark, walked through the deserted rooms, bare of furniture, dusty and desolate, and seating himself at last in the parlor on an old sofa which he had dragged in from another room watched the deepening of the gloom as night came on.

fail to keep or to maintain; cease to have, either physically or in an abstract sense

From this reading Saylor obeyed his superior; he could not afford to lose his position on the paper.

engage in

From this reading He received a note from the city editor which read as follows: “Go and pass the night alone in the haunted house in Vine street and if anything occurs worth while make two columns.”

the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside

From this reading He received a note from the city editor which read as follows: “Go and pass the night alone in the haunted house in Vine street and if anything occurs worth while make two columns.”

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Saylor obeyed his superior; he could not afford to lose his position on the paper.

a brief written record

From this reading He received a note from the city editor which read as follows: “Go and pass the night alone in the haunted house in Vine street and if anything occurs worth while make two columns.”

past form of “obey” — be obedient to

From this reading Saylor obeyed his superior; he could not afford to lose his position on the paper.

third-person singular of “occur” — come to pass

From this reading He received a note from the city editor which read as follows: “Go and pass the night alone in the haunted house in Vine street and if anything occurs worth while make two columns.”

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading One day during the prevalence of the excitement Saylor presented himself at the office of the _Commercial_ for orders.

place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed

From this reading One day during the prevalence of the excitement Saylor presented himself at the office of the _Commercial_ for orders.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading Apprising the police of his intention, he effected an entrance through a rear window before dark, walked through the deserted rooms, bare of furniture, dusty and desolate, and seating himself at last in the parlor on an old sofa which he had dragged in from another room watched the deepening of the gloom as night came on.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Saylor obeyed his superior; he could not afford to lose his position on the paper.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading One day during the prevalence of the excitement Saylor presented himself at the office of the _Commercial_ for orders.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Before it was altogether dark the curious crowd had collected in the street, silent, as a rule, and expectant, with here and there a scoffer uttering his incredulity and courage with scornful remarks or ribald cries.

plural of “order” — (often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed

From this reading One day during the prevalence of the excitement Saylor presented himself at the office of the _Commercial_ for orders.

a material made of cellulose pulp derived mainly from wood or rags or certain grasses

From this reading Saylor obeyed his superior; he could not afford to lose his position on the paper.

reception room in an inn or club where visitors can be received

From this reading Apprising the police of his intention, he effected an entrance through a rear window before dark, walked through the deserted rooms, bare of furniture, dusty and desolate, and seating himself at last in the parlor on an old sofa which he had dragged in from another room watched the deepening of the gloom as night came on.

go across or through

From this reading He received a note from the city editor which read as follows: “Go and pass the night alone in the haunted house in Vine street and if anything occurs worth while make two columns.”

the force of policemen and officers

From this reading Apprising the police of his intention, he effected an entrance through a rear window before dark, walked through the deserted rooms, bare of furniture, dusty and desolate, and seating himself at last in the parlor on an old sofa which he had dragged in from another room watched the deepening of the gloom as night came on.

the particular portion of space occupied by something

From this reading Saylor obeyed his superior; he could not afford to lose his position on the paper.

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

From this reading One day during the prevalence of the excitement Saylor presented himself at the office of the _Commercial_ for orders.

the quality of prevailing generally; being widespread

From this reading One day during the prevalence of the excitement Saylor presented himself at the office of the _Commercial_ for orders.

interpret something that is written or printed

From this reading He received a note from the city editor which read as follows: “Go and pass the night alone in the haunted house in Vine street and if anything occurs worth while make two columns.”

the back of a military formation or procession

From this reading Apprising the police of his intention, he effected an entrance through a rear window before dark, walked through the deserted rooms, bare of furniture, dusty and desolate, and seating himself at last in the parlor on an old sofa which he had dragged in from another room watched the deepening of the gloom as night came on.

conforming to the established language usage of educated native speakers

From this reading He received a note from the city editor which read as follows: “Go and pass the night alone in the haunted house in Vine street and if anything occurs worth while make two columns.”

plural of “remark” — a statement that expresses a personal opinion or belief or adds information

From this reading Before it was altogether dark the curious crowd had collected in the street, silent, as a rule, and expectant, with here and there a scoffer uttering his incredulity and courage with scornful remarks or ribald cries.

a ribald person; someone who uses vulgar and offensive language

From this reading Before it was altogether dark the curious crowd had collected in the street, silent, as a rule, and expectant, with here and there a scoffer uttering his incredulity and courage with scornful remarks or ribald cries.

an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling

From this reading Apprising the police of his intention, he effected an entrance through a rear window before dark, walked through the deserted rooms, bare of furniture, dusty and desolate, and seating himself at last in the parlor on an old sofa which he had dragged in from another room watched the deepening of the gloom as night came on.

apartment consisting of a series of connected rooms used as a living unit (as in a hotel)

From this reading Apprising the police of his intention, he effected an entrance through a rear window before dark, walked through the deserted rooms, bare of furniture, dusty and desolate, and seating himself at last in the parlor on an old sofa which he had dragged in from another room watched the deepening of the gloom as night came on.

a principle or condition that customarily governs behavior

From this reading Before it was altogether dark the curious crowd had collected in the street, silent, as a rule, and expectant, with here and there a scoffer uttering his incredulity and courage with scornful remarks or ribald cries.

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

From this reading One day during the prevalence of the excitement Saylor presented himself at the office of the _Commercial_ for orders.

someone who eats food rapidly and greedily

From this reading Before it was altogether dark the curious crowd had collected in the street, silent, as a rule, and expectant, with here and there a scoffer uttering his incredulity and courage with scornful remarks or ribald cries.

expressing extreme contempt

From this reading Before it was altogether dark the curious crowd had collected in the street, silent, as a rule, and expectant, with here and there a scoffer uttering his incredulity and courage with scornful remarks or ribald cries.

an area that includes places where several people can sit

From this reading Apprising the police of his intention, he effected an entrance through a rear window before dark, walked through the deserted rooms, bare of furniture, dusty and desolate, and seating himself at last in the parlor on an old sofa which he had dragged in from another room watched the deepening of the gloom as night came on.

marked by absence of sound

From this reading Before it was altogether dark the curious crowd had collected in the street, silent, as a rule, and expectant, with here and there a scoffer uttering his incredulity and courage with scornful remarks or ribald cries.

an upholstered seat for more than one person

From this reading Apprising the police of his intention, he effected an entrance through a rear window before dark, walked through the deserted rooms, bare of furniture, dusty and desolate, and seating himself at last in the parlor on an old sofa which he had dragged in from another room watched the deepening of the gloom as night came on.

a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings

From this reading He received a note from the city editor which read as follows: “Go and pass the night alone in the haunted house in Vine street and if anything occurs worth while make two columns.”

of high or superior quality or performance

From this reading Saylor obeyed his superior; he could not afford to lose his position on the paper.

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

From this reading One day during the prevalence of the excitement Saylor presented himself at the office of the _Commercial_ for orders.

in or at that place or location

From this reading Before it was altogether dark the curious crowd had collected in the street, silent, as a rule, and expectant, with here and there a scoffer uttering his incredulity and courage with scornful remarks or ribald cries.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading Apprising the police of his intention, he effected an entrance through a rear window before dark, walked through the deserted rooms, bare of furniture, dusty and desolate, and seating himself at last in the parlor on an old sofa which he had dragged in from another room watched the deepening of the gloom as night came on.

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

From this reading Saylor obeyed his superior; he could not afford to lose his position on the paper.

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

From this reading He received a note from the city editor which read as follows: “Go and pass the night alone in the haunted house in Vine street and if anything occurs worth while make two columns.”

-ing form of “utter” — articulate; either verbally or with a cry, shout, or noise

From this reading Before it was altogether dark the curious crowd had collected in the street, silent, as a rule, and expectant, with here and there a scoffer uttering his incredulity and courage with scornful remarks or ribald cries.

a plant with a weak stem that derives support from climbing, twining, or creeping along a surface

From this reading He received a note from the city editor which read as follows: “Go and pass the night alone in the haunted house in Vine street and if anything occurs worth while make two columns.”

past form of “walk” — use one's feet to advance; advance by steps

From this reading Apprising the police of his intention, he effected an entrance through a rear window before dark, walked through the deserted rooms, bare of furniture, dusty and desolate, and seating himself at last in the parlor on an old sofa which he had dragged in from another room watched the deepening of the gloom as night came on.

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

From this reading Before it was altogether dark the curious crowd had collected in the street, silent, as a rule, and expectant, with here and there a scoffer uttering his incredulity and courage with scornful remarks or ribald cries.

past form of “watch” — look attentively

From this reading Apprising the police of his intention, he effected an entrance through a rear window before dark, walked through the deserted rooms, bare of furniture, dusty and desolate, and seating himself at last in the parlor on an old sofa which he had dragged in from another room watched the deepening of the gloom as night came on.

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

From this reading He received a note from the city editor which read as follows: “Go and pass the night alone in the haunted house in Vine street and if anything occurs worth while make two columns.”

during the time that

From this reading He received a note from the city editor which read as follows: “Go and pass the night alone in the haunted house in Vine street and if anything occurs worth while make two columns.”

a framework of wood or metal that contains a glass windowpane and is built into a wall or roof to admit light or air

From this reading Apprising the police of his intention, he effected an entrance through a rear window before dark, walked through the deserted rooms, bare of furniture, dusty and desolate, and seating himself at last in the parlor on an old sofa which he had dragged in from another room watched the deepening of the gloom as night came on.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Before it was altogether dark the curious crowd had collected in the street, silent, as a rule, and expectant, with here and there a scoffer uttering his incredulity and courage with scornful remarks or ribald cries.

an indefinite quantity of something having a specified value

From this reading He received a note from the city editor which read as follows: “Go and pass the night alone in the haunted house in Vine street and if anything occurs worth while make two columns.”