Chapter VIII · Chapter 8

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

From this reading On another occasion, when one of the instructors lectured to the cadets, he required them to submit a written statement embodying all that they could recall of what had been said at the lecture.

later than; following

From this reading Of course, after each exhibition of this sort he was sent to the _Santee_ and given an opportunity to meditate.

(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 On another occasion, when one of the instructors lectured to the cadets, he required them to submit a written statement embodying all that they could recall of what had been said at the lecture.

at all times; all the time and on every occasion

From this reading He was not always on mischief bent.

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

From this reading Of course, after each exhibition of this sort he was sent to the _Santee_ and given an opportunity to meditate.

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

From this reading Of course, after each exhibition of this sort he was sent to the _Santee_ and given an opportunity to meditate.

one more of the same kind, or a different one

From this reading On another occasion, when one of the instructors lectured to the cadets, he required them to submit a written statement embodying all that they could recall of what had been said at the lecture.

a demonstration of approval by clapping the hands together

From this reading McGiffin wrote an excellent _resume_ of the lecture, but he interspersed through it in parentheses such words as “applause,” “cheers,” “cat-calls,” and “groans,” and as these words were enclosed within parentheses he insisted that they did not count, and made a very fair plea that he ought not to be punished for words which slipped in by mistake, and which he had officially obliterated by what he called oblivion marks.

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

From this reading McGiffin wrote an excellent _resume_ of the lecture, but he interspersed through it in parentheses such words as “applause,” “cheers,” “cat-calls,” and “groans,” and as these words were enclosed within parentheses he insisted that they did not count, and made a very fair plea that he ought not to be punished for words which slipped in by mistake, and which he had officially obliterated by what he called oblivion marks.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading On another occasion, when one of the instructors lectured to the cadets, he required them to submit a written statement embodying all that they could recall of what had been said at the lecture.

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

From this reading One of the rules concerning this report provided that there should be no erasures or interlineations, but that when mistakes were made the objectionable or incorrect expressions should be included within parentheses; and that the matter so enclosed within parentheses would not be considered a part of the report.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading On another occasion, when one of the instructors lectured to the cadets, he required them to submit a written statement embodying all that they could recall of what had been said at the lecture.

a relatively permanent inclination to react in a particular way

From this reading He was not always on mischief bent.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading One of the rules concerning this report provided that there should be no erasures or interlineations, but that when mistakes were made the objectionable or incorrect expressions should be included within parentheses; and that the matter so enclosed within parentheses would not be considered a part of the report.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading McGiffin wrote an excellent _resume_ of the lecture, but he interspersed through it in parentheses such words as “applause,” “cheers,” “cat-calls,” and “groans,” and as these words were enclosed within parentheses he insisted that they did not count, and made a very fair plea that he ought not to be punished for words which slipped in by mistake, and which he had officially obliterated by what he called oblivion marks.

plural of “cadet” — a military trainee (as at a military academy)

From this reading On another occasion, when one of the instructors lectured to the cadets, he required them to submit a written statement embodying all that they could recall of what had been said at the lecture.

past form of “call” — assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading McGiffin wrote an excellent _resume_ of the lecture, but he interspersed through it in parentheses such words as “applause,” “cheers,” “cat-calls,” and “groans,” and as these words were enclosed within parentheses he insisted that they did not count, and made a very fair plea that he ought not to be punished for words which slipped in by mistake, and which he had officially obliterated by what he called oblivion marks.

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

From this reading McGiffin wrote an excellent _resume_ of the lecture, but he interspersed through it in parentheses such words as “applause,” “cheers,” “cat-calls,” and “groans,” and as these words were enclosed within parentheses he insisted that they did not count, and made a very fair plea that he ought not to be punished for words which slipped in by mistake, and which he had officially obliterated by what he called oblivion marks.

plural of “cheer” — a cry or shout of approval

From this reading McGiffin wrote an excellent _resume_ of the lecture, but he interspersed through it in parentheses such words as “applause,” “cheers,” “cat-calls,” and “groans,” and as these words were enclosed within parentheses he insisted that they did not count, and made a very fair plea that he ought not to be punished for words which slipped in by mistake, and which he had officially obliterated by what he called oblivion marks.

-ing form of “concern” — be relevant to

From this reading One of the rules concerning this report provided that there should be no erasures or interlineations, but that when mistakes were made the objectionable or incorrect expressions should be included within parentheses; and that the matter so enclosed within parentheses would not be considered a part of the report.

carefully weighed

From this reading One of the rules concerning this report provided that there should be no erasures or interlineations, but that when mistakes were made the objectionable or incorrect expressions should be included within parentheses; and that the matter so enclosed within parentheses would not be considered a part of the report.

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

From this reading On another occasion, when one of the instructors lectured to the cadets, he required them to submit a written statement embodying all that they could recall of what had been said at the lecture.

determine the number or amount of

From this reading McGiffin wrote an excellent _resume_ of the lecture, but he interspersed through it in parentheses such words as “applause,” “cheers,” “cat-calls,” and “groans,” and as these words were enclosed within parentheses he insisted that they did not count, and made a very fair plea that he ought not to be punished for words which slipped in by mistake, and which he had officially obliterated by what he called oblivion marks.

education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings

From this reading Of course, after each exhibition of this sort he was sent to the _Santee_ and given an opportunity to meditate.

the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives

From this reading McGiffin wrote an excellent _resume_ of the lecture, but he interspersed through it in parentheses such words as “applause,” “cheers,” “cat-calls,” and “groans,” and as these words were enclosed within parentheses he insisted that they did not count, and made a very fair plea that he ought not to be punished for words which slipped in by mistake, and which he had officially obliterated by what he called oblivion marks.

every one of two or more people or things, taken separately

From this reading Of course, after each exhibition of this sort he was sent to the _Santee_ and given an opportunity to meditate.

-ing form of “embody” — represent in bodily form

From this reading On another occasion, when one of the instructors lectured to the cadets, he required them to submit a written statement embodying all that they could recall of what had been said at the lecture.

closed in or surrounded or included within

From this reading One of the rules concerning this report provided that there should be no erasures or interlineations, but that when mistakes were made the objectionable or incorrect expressions should be included within parentheses; and that the matter so enclosed within parentheses would not be considered a part of the report.

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

From this reading One of the rules concerning this report provided that there should be no erasures or interlineations, but that when mistakes were made the objectionable or incorrect expressions should be included within parentheses; and that the matter so enclosed within parentheses would not be considered a part of the report.

very good; of the highest quality

From this reading McGiffin wrote an excellent _resume_ of the lecture, but he interspersed through it in parentheses such words as “applause,” “cheers,” “cat-calls,” and “groans,” and as these words were enclosed within parentheses he insisted that they did not count, and made a very fair plea that he ought not to be punished for words which slipped in by mistake, and which he had officially obliterated by what he called oblivion marks.

the act of exhibiting

From this reading Of course, after each exhibition of this sort he was sent to the _Santee_ and given an opportunity to meditate.

plural of “expression” — the feelings expressed on a person's face

From this reading One of the rules concerning this report provided that there should be no erasures or interlineations, but that when mistakes were made the objectionable or incorrect expressions should be included within parentheses; and that the matter so enclosed within parentheses would not be considered a part of the report.

free from favoritism or self-interest or bias or deception; conforming with established standards or rules

From this reading McGiffin wrote an excellent _resume_ of the lecture, but he interspersed through it in parentheses such words as “applause,” “cheers,” “cat-calls,” and “groans,” and as these words were enclosed within parentheses he insisted that they did not count, and made a very fair plea that he ought not to be punished for words which slipped in by mistake, and which he had officially obliterated by what he called oblivion marks.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading McGiffin wrote an excellent _resume_ of the lecture, but he interspersed through it in parentheses such words as “applause,” “cheers,” “cat-calls,” and “groans,” and as these words were enclosed within parentheses he insisted that they did not count, and made a very fair plea that he ought not to be punished for words which slipped in by mistake, and which he had officially obliterated by what he called oblivion marks.

acknowledged as a supposition

From this reading Of course, after each exhibition of this sort he was sent to the _Santee_ and given an opportunity to meditate.

plural of “groan” — an utterance expressing pain or disapproval

From this reading McGiffin wrote an excellent _resume_ of the lecture, but he interspersed through it in parentheses such words as “applause,” “cheers,” “cat-calls,” and “groans,” and as these words were enclosed within parentheses he insisted that they did not count, and made a very fair plea that he ought not to be punished for words which slipped in by mistake, and which he had officially obliterated by what he called oblivion marks.

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

From this reading On another occasion, when one of the instructors lectured to the cadets, he required them to submit a written statement embodying all that they could recall of what had been said at the lecture.

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

From this reading Of course, after each exhibition of this sort he was sent to the _Santee_ and given an opportunity to meditate.

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

From this reading McGiffin wrote an excellent _resume_ of the lecture, but he interspersed through it in parentheses such words as “applause,” “cheers,” “cat-calls,” and “groans,” and as these words were enclosed within parentheses he insisted that they did not count, and made a very fair plea that he ought not to be punished for words which slipped in by mistake, and which he had officially obliterated by what he called oblivion marks.

enclosed in the same envelope or package

From this reading One of the rules concerning this report provided that there should be no erasures or interlineations, but that when mistakes were made the objectionable or incorrect expressions should be included within parentheses; and that the matter so enclosed within parentheses would not be considered a part of the report.

not correct; not in conformity with fact or truth

From this reading One of the rules concerning this report provided that there should be no erasures or interlineations, but that when mistakes were made the objectionable or incorrect expressions should be included within parentheses; and that the matter so enclosed within parentheses would not be considered a part of the report.

past form of “insist” — be emphatic or resolute and refuse to budge

From this reading McGiffin wrote an excellent _resume_ of the lecture, but he interspersed through it in parentheses such words as “applause,” “cheers,” “cat-calls,” and “groans,” and as these words were enclosed within parentheses he insisted that they did not count, and made a very fair plea that he ought not to be punished for words which slipped in by mistake, and which he had officially obliterated by what he called oblivion marks.

plural of “instructor” — a person whose occupation is teaching

From this reading On another occasion, when one of the instructors lectured to the cadets, he required them to submit a written statement embodying all that they could recall of what had been said at the lecture.

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

From this reading One of the rules concerning this report provided that there should be no erasures or interlineations, but that when mistakes were made the objectionable or incorrect expressions should be included within parentheses; and that the matter so enclosed within parentheses would not be considered a part of the report.

past form of “intersperse” — place at intervals in or among

From this reading McGiffin wrote an excellent _resume_ of the lecture, but he interspersed through it in parentheses such words as “applause,” “cheers,” “cat-calls,” and “groans,” and as these words were enclosed within parentheses he insisted that they did not count, and made a very fair plea that he ought not to be punished for words which slipped in by mistake, and which he had officially obliterated by what he called oblivion marks.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading McGiffin wrote an excellent _resume_ of the lecture, but he interspersed through it in parentheses such words as “applause,” “cheers,” “cat-calls,” and “groans,” and as these words were enclosed within parentheses he insisted that they did not count, and made a very fair plea that he ought not to be punished for words which slipped in by mistake, and which he had officially obliterated by what he called oblivion marks.

deliver a lecture or talk

From this reading On another occasion, when one of the instructors lectured to the cadets, he required them to submit a written statement embodying all that they could recall of what had been said at the lecture.

past form of “lecture” — deliver a lecture or talk

From this reading On another occasion, when one of the instructors lectured to the cadets, he required them to submit a written statement embodying all that they could recall of what had been said at the lecture.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading One of the rules concerning this report provided that there should be no erasures or interlineations, but that when mistakes were made the objectionable or incorrect expressions should be included within parentheses; and that the matter so enclosed within parentheses would not be considered a part of the report.

English businessman who created a retail chain (1888-1964)

From this reading McGiffin wrote an excellent _resume_ of the lecture, but he interspersed through it in parentheses such words as “applause,” “cheers,” “cat-calls,” and “groans,” and as these words were enclosed within parentheses he insisted that they did not count, and made a very fair plea that he ought not to be punished for words which slipped in by mistake, and which he had officially obliterated by what he called oblivion marks.

a vaguely specified concern

From this reading One of the rules concerning this report provided that there should be no erasures or interlineations, but that when mistakes were made the objectionable or incorrect expressions should be included within parentheses; and that the matter so enclosed within parentheses would not be considered a part of the report.

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

From this reading McGiffin wrote an excellent _resume_ of the lecture, but he interspersed through it in parentheses such words as “applause,” “cheers,” “cat-calls,” and “groans,” and as these words were enclosed within parentheses he insisted that they did not count, and made a very fair plea that he ought not to be punished for words which slipped in by mistake, and which he had officially obliterated by what he called oblivion marks.

reflect deeply on a subject

From this reading Of course, after each exhibition of this sort he was sent to the _Santee_ and given an opportunity to meditate.

reckless or malicious behavior that causes discomfort or annoyance in others

From this reading He was not always on mischief bent.

a wrong action attributable to bad judgment or ignorance or inattention

From this reading McGiffin wrote an excellent _resume_ of the lecture, but he interspersed through it in parentheses such words as “applause,” “cheers,” “cat-calls,” and “groans,” and as these words were enclosed within parentheses he insisted that they did not count, and made a very fair plea that he ought not to be punished for words which slipped in by mistake, and which he had officially obliterated by what he called oblivion marks.

plural of “mistake” — a wrong action attributable to bad judgment or ignorance or inattention

From this reading One of the rules concerning this report provided that there should be no erasures or interlineations, but that when mistakes were made the objectionable or incorrect expressions should be included within parentheses; and that the matter so enclosed within parentheses would not be considered a part of the report.

not any; not one

From this reading One of the rules concerning this report provided that there should be no erasures or interlineations, but that when mistakes were made the objectionable or incorrect expressions should be included within parentheses; and that the matter so enclosed within parentheses would not be considered a part of the report.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading One of the rules concerning this report provided that there should be no erasures or interlineations, but that when mistakes were made the objectionable or incorrect expressions should be included within parentheses; and that the matter so enclosed within parentheses would not be considered a part of the report.

causing disapproval or protest

From this reading One of the rules concerning this report provided that there should be no erasures or interlineations, but that when mistakes were made the objectionable or incorrect expressions should be included within parentheses; and that the matter so enclosed within parentheses would not be considered a part of the report.

reduced to nothingness

From this reading McGiffin wrote an excellent _resume_ of the lecture, but he interspersed through it in parentheses such words as “applause,” “cheers,” “cat-calls,” and “groans,” and as these words were enclosed within parentheses he insisted that they did not count, and made a very fair plea that he ought not to be punished for words which slipped in by mistake, and which he had officially obliterated by what he called oblivion marks.

the state of being disregarded or forgotten

From this reading McGiffin wrote an excellent _resume_ of the lecture, but he interspersed through it in parentheses such words as “applause,” “cheers,” “cat-calls,” and “groans,” and as these words were enclosed within parentheses he insisted that they did not count, and made a very fair plea that he ought not to be punished for words which slipped in by mistake, and which he had officially obliterated by what he called oblivion marks.

an event that occurs at a critical time

From this reading On another occasion, when one of the instructors lectured to the cadets, he required them to submit a written statement embodying all that they could recall of what had been said at the lecture.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Of course, after each exhibition of this sort he was sent to the _Santee_ and given an opportunity to meditate.

in an official role

From this reading McGiffin wrote an excellent _resume_ of the lecture, but he interspersed through it in parentheses such words as “applause,” “cheers,” “cat-calls,” and “groans,” and as these words were enclosed within parentheses he insisted that they did not count, and made a very fair plea that he ought not to be punished for words which slipped in by mistake, and which he had officially obliterated by what he called oblivion marks.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading On another occasion, when one of the instructors lectured to the cadets, he required them to submit a written statement embodying all that they could recall of what had been said at the lecture.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading On another occasion, when one of the instructors lectured to the cadets, he required them to submit a written statement embodying all that they could recall of what had been said at the lecture.

a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances

From this reading Of course, after each exhibition of this sort he was sent to the _Santee_ and given an opportunity to meditate.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading One of the rules concerning this report provided that there should be no erasures or interlineations, but that when mistakes were made the objectionable or incorrect expressions should be included within parentheses; and that the matter so enclosed within parentheses would not be considered a part of the report.

used with “to” to say what is right or advisable

From this reading McGiffin wrote an excellent _resume_ of the lecture, but he interspersed through it in parentheses such words as “applause,” “cheers,” “cat-calls,” and “groans,” and as these words were enclosed within parentheses he insisted that they did not count, and made a very fair plea that he ought not to be punished for words which slipped in by mistake, and which he had officially obliterated by what he called oblivion marks.

plural of “parenthesis” — either of two punctuation marks (or) used to enclose textual material

From this reading One of the rules concerning this report provided that there should be no erasures or interlineations, but that when mistakes were made the objectionable or incorrect expressions should be included within parentheses; and that the matter so enclosed within parentheses would not be considered a part of the report.

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading One of the rules concerning this report provided that there should be no erasures or interlineations, but that when mistakes were made the objectionable or incorrect expressions should be included within parentheses; and that the matter so enclosed within parentheses would not be considered a part of the report.

a humble request for help from someone in authority

From this reading McGiffin wrote an excellent _resume_ of the lecture, but he interspersed through it in parentheses such words as “applause,” “cheers,” “cat-calls,” and “groans,” and as these words were enclosed within parentheses he insisted that they did not count, and made a very fair plea that he ought not to be punished for words which slipped in by mistake, and which he had officially obliterated by what he called oblivion marks.

past form of “provide” — give something useful or necessary to

From this reading One of the rules concerning this report provided that there should be no erasures or interlineations, but that when mistakes were made the objectionable or incorrect expressions should be included within parentheses; and that the matter so enclosed within parentheses would not be considered a part of the report.

subjected to a penalty (as pain or shame or restraint or loss) for an offense or fault or in order to coerce some behavior (as a confession or obedience)

From this reading McGiffin wrote an excellent _resume_ of the lecture, but he interspersed through it in parentheses such words as “applause,” “cheers,” “cat-calls,” and “groans,” and as these words were enclosed within parentheses he insisted that they did not count, and made a very fair plea that he ought not to be punished for words which slipped in by mistake, and which he had officially obliterated by what he called oblivion marks.

recall knowledge from memory; have a recollection

From this reading On another occasion, when one of the instructors lectured to the cadets, he required them to submit a written statement embodying all that they could recall of what had been said at the lecture.

to give an account or representation of in words

From this reading One of the rules concerning this report provided that there should be no erasures or interlineations, but that when mistakes were made the objectionable or incorrect expressions should be included within parentheses; and that the matter so enclosed within parentheses would not be considered a part of the report.

necessary for relief or supply

From this reading On another occasion, when one of the instructors lectured to the cadets, he required them to submit a written statement embodying all that they could recall of what had been said at the lecture.

take up or begin anew

From this reading McGiffin wrote an excellent _resume_ of the lecture, but he interspersed through it in parentheses such words as “applause,” “cheers,” “cat-calls,” and “groans,” and as these words were enclosed within parentheses he insisted that they did not count, and made a very fair plea that he ought not to be punished for words which slipped in by mistake, and which he had officially obliterated by what he called oblivion marks.

plural of “rule” — a principle or condition that customarily governs behavior

From this reading One of the rules concerning this report provided that there should be no erasures or interlineations, but that when mistakes were made the objectionable or incorrect expressions should be included within parentheses; and that the matter so enclosed within parentheses would not be considered a part of the report.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading On another occasion, when one of the instructors lectured to the cadets, he required them to submit a written statement embodying all that they could recall of what had been said at the lecture.

a member of the eastern branch of the Sioux

From this reading Of course, after each exhibition of this sort he was sent to the _Santee_ and given an opportunity to meditate.

100 senti equal 1 kroon in Estonia

From this reading Of course, after each exhibition of this sort he was sent to the _Santee_ and given an opportunity to meditate.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading One of the rules concerning this report provided that there should be no erasures or interlineations, but that when mistakes were made the objectionable or incorrect expressions should be included within parentheses; and that the matter so enclosed within parentheses would not be considered a part of the report.

inflected form of “slip” — move stealthily

From this reading McGiffin wrote an excellent _resume_ of the lecture, but he interspersed through it in parentheses such words as “applause,” “cheers,” “cat-calls,” and “groans,” and as these words were enclosed within parentheses he insisted that they did not count, and made a very fair plea that he ought not to be punished for words which slipped in by mistake, and which he had officially obliterated by what he called oblivion marks.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading One of the rules concerning this report provided that there should be no erasures or interlineations, but that when mistakes were made the objectionable or incorrect expressions should be included within parentheses; and that the matter so enclosed within parentheses would not be considered a part of the report.

a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality

From this reading Of course, after each exhibition of this sort he was sent to the _Santee_ and given an opportunity to meditate.

a message that is stated or declared; a communication (oral or written) setting forth particulars or facts etc

From this reading On another occasion, when one of the instructors lectured to the cadets, he required them to submit a written statement embodying all that they could recall of what had been said at the lecture.

refer for judgment or consideration

From this reading On another occasion, when one of the instructors lectured to the cadets, he required them to submit a written statement embodying all that they could recall of what had been said at the lecture.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading McGiffin wrote an excellent _resume_ of the lecture, but he interspersed through it in parentheses such words as “applause,” “cheers,” “cat-calls,” and “groans,” and as these words were enclosed within parentheses he insisted that they did not count, and made a very fair plea that he ought not to be punished for words which slipped in by mistake, and which he had officially obliterated by what he called oblivion marks.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading On another occasion, when one of the instructors lectured to the cadets, he required them to submit a written statement embodying all that they could recall of what had been said at the lecture.

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

From this reading Of course, after each exhibition of this sort he was sent to the _Santee_ and given an opportunity to meditate.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading On another occasion, when one of the instructors lectured to the cadets, he required them to submit a written statement embodying all that they could recall of what had been said at the lecture.

in or at that place or location

From this reading One of the rules concerning this report provided that there should be no erasures or interlineations, but that when mistakes were made the objectionable or incorrect expressions should be included within parentheses; and that the matter so enclosed within parentheses would not be considered a part of the report.

the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned

From this reading McGiffin wrote an excellent _resume_ of the lecture, but he interspersed through it in parentheses such words as “applause,” “cheers,” “cat-calls,” and “groans,” and as these words were enclosed within parentheses he insisted that they did not count, and made a very fair plea that he ought not to be punished for words which slipped in by mistake, and which he had officially obliterated by what he called oblivion marks.

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

From this reading On another occasion, when one of the instructors lectured to the cadets, he required them to submit a written statement embodying all that they could recall of what had been said at the lecture.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading Of course, after each exhibition of this sort he was sent to the _Santee_ and given an opportunity to meditate.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading McGiffin wrote an excellent _resume_ of the lecture, but he interspersed through it in parentheses such words as “applause,” “cheers,” “cat-calls,” and “groans,” and as these words were enclosed within parentheses he insisted that they did not count, and made a very fair plea that he ought not to be punished for words which slipped in by mistake, and which he had officially obliterated by what he called oblivion marks.

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

From this reading Of course, after each exhibition of this sort he was sent to the _Santee_ and given an opportunity to meditate.

precisely as stated

From this reading McGiffin wrote an excellent _resume_ of the lecture, but he interspersed through it in parentheses such words as “applause,” “cheers,” “cat-calls,” and “groans,” and as these words were enclosed within parentheses he insisted that they did not count, and made a very fair plea that he ought not to be punished for words which slipped in by mistake, and which he had officially obliterated by what he called oblivion marks.

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

From this reading Of course, after each exhibition of this sort he was sent to the _Santee_ and given an opportunity to meditate.

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

From this reading One of the rules concerning this report provided that there should be no erasures or interlineations, but that when mistakes were made the objectionable or incorrect expressions should be included within parentheses; and that the matter so enclosed within parentheses would not be considered a part of the report.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading On another occasion, when one of the instructors lectured to the cadets, he required them to submit a written statement embodying all that they could recall of what had been said at the lecture.

at the time that

From this reading On another occasion, when one of the instructors lectured to the cadets, he required them to submit a written statement embodying all that they could recall of what had been said at the lecture.

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

From this reading McGiffin wrote an excellent _resume_ of the lecture, but he interspersed through it in parentheses such words as “applause,” “cheers,” “cat-calls,” and “groans,” and as these words were enclosed within parentheses he insisted that they did not count, and made a very fair plea that he ought not to be punished for words which slipped in by mistake, and which he had officially obliterated by what he called oblivion marks.

inside; before a period of time has passed

From this reading One of the rules concerning this report provided that there should be no erasures or interlineations, but that when mistakes were made the objectionable or incorrect expressions should be included within parentheses; and that the matter so enclosed within parentheses would not be considered a part of the report.

the words that are spoken

From this reading McGiffin wrote an excellent _resume_ of the lecture, but he interspersed through it in parentheses such words as “applause,” “cheers,” “cat-calls,” and “groans,” and as these words were enclosed within parentheses he insisted that they did not count, and made a very fair plea that he ought not to be punished for words which slipped in by mistake, and which he had officially obliterated by what he called oblivion marks.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading One of the rules concerning this report provided that there should be no erasures or interlineations, but that when mistakes were made the objectionable or incorrect expressions should be included within parentheses; and that the matter so enclosed within parentheses would not be considered a part of the report.

set down in writing in any of various ways

From this reading On another occasion, when one of the instructors lectured to the cadets, he required them to submit a written statement embodying all that they could recall of what had been said at the lecture.

inflected form of “write” — produce a literary work

From this reading McGiffin wrote an excellent _resume_ of the lecture, but he interspersed through it in parentheses such words as “applause,” “cheers,” “cat-calls,” and “groans,” and as these words were enclosed within parentheses he insisted that they did not count, and made a very fair plea that he ought not to be punished for words which slipped in by mistake, and which he had officially obliterated by what he called oblivion marks.