used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading The games with Oak Grove and Mt. Millard, declared the paper, proved that, in spite of certain discouraging aspects visible early in the season, Alton football was in a healthy condition, and that although progress had been slow it had also been sure.
matters of personal concern
From this reading BERT IS SENT FOR The “Flubdub,” which had been mildly disapproving of the coach and the conduct of football affairs, changed its tune in the issue of that week.
in addition
From this reading The games with Oak Grove and Mt. Millard, declared the paper, proved that, in spite of certain discouraging aspects visible early in the season, Alton football was in a healthy condition, and that although progress had been slow it had also been sure.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading The games with Oak Grove and Mt. Millard, declared the paper, proved that, in spite of certain discouraging aspects visible early in the season, Alton football was in a healthy condition, and that although progress had been slow it had also been sure.
Alton
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From this reading The games with Oak Grove and Mt. Millard, declared the paper, proved that, in spite of certain discouraging aspects visible early in the season, Alton football was in a healthy condition, and that although progress had been slow it had also been sure.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading BERT IS SENT FOR The “Flubdub,” which had been mildly disapproving of the coach and the conduct of football affairs, changed its tune in the issue of that week.
one more of the same kind, or a different one
From this reading On another page, however, was printed a comparison of the Alton and Kenly Hall teams based on their season’s records that seemed to provide scant grounds for optimism.
aspectsnounUS /ˈæspekts/
plural of “aspect” — a distinct feature or element in a problem
From this reading The games with Oak Grove and Mt. Millard, declared the paper, proved that, in spite of certain discouraging aspects visible early in the season, Alton football was in a healthy condition, and that although progress had been slow it had also been sure.
basedadjectiveUS /beɪst/
having a base
From this reading On another page, however, was printed a comparison of the Alton and Kenly Hall teams based on their season’s records that seemed to provide scant grounds for optimism.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading BERT IS SENT FOR The “Flubdub,” which had been mildly disapproving of the coach and the conduct of football affairs, changed its tune in the issue of that week.
BERT
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From this reading BERT IS SENT FOR The “Flubdub,” which had been mildly disapproving of the coach and the conduct of football affairs, changed its tune in the issue of that week.
Cade
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From this reading It found many complimentary things to say of the Team and it insinuated that those who had been criticizing Mr. Cade and his methods had formed their verdict too soon.
the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something
From this reading The “Flubdub,” in short, was suddenly optimistic and didn’t care who knew it.
definite but not specified or identified
From this reading The games with Oak Grove and Mt. Millard, declared the paper, proved that, in spite of certain discouraging aspects visible early in the season, Alton football was in a healthy condition, and that although progress had been slow it had also been sure.
made or become different in nature or form
From this reading BERT IS SENT FOR The “Flubdub,” which had been mildly disapproving of the coach and the conduct of football affairs, changed its tune in the issue of that week.
teach and supervise (someone); act as a trainer or coach (to), as in sports
From this reading BERT IS SENT FOR The “Flubdub,” which had been mildly disapproving of the coach and the conduct of football affairs, changed its tune in the issue of that week.
comparisonnounUS /kəmˈperəsən/
the act of examining resemblances
From this reading On another page, however, was printed a comparison of the Alton and Kenly Hall teams based on their season’s records that seemed to provide scant grounds for optimism.
complimentaryadjectiveUS /ˌkɑːmpləˈmentəri/
conveying or resembling a compliment
From this reading It found many complimentary things to say of the Team and it insinuated that those who had been criticizing Mr. Cade and his methods had formed their verdict too soon.
a state at a particular time
From this reading The games with Oak Grove and Mt. Millard, declared the paper, proved that, in spite of certain discouraging aspects visible early in the season, Alton football was in a healthy condition, and that although progress had been slow it had also been sure.
direct the course of; manage or control
From this reading BERT IS SENT FOR The “Flubdub,” which had been mildly disapproving of the coach and the conduct of football affairs, changed its tune in the issue of that week.
criticizingverbUS /ˈkrɪtɪsaɪzɪŋ/
-ing form of “criticize” — find fault with; express criticism of; point out real or perceived flaws
From this reading It found many complimentary things to say of the Team and it insinuated that those who had been criticizing Mr. Cade and his methods had formed their verdict too soon.
made known or openly avowed
From this reading The games with Oak Grove and Mt. Millard, declared the paper, proved that, in spite of certain discouraging aspects visible early in the season, Alton football was in a healthy condition, and that although progress had been slow it had also been sure.
didn't
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From this reading The “Flubdub,” in short, was suddenly optimistic and didn’t care who knew it.
disapprovingadjectiveUS /dɪsəˈpruːvɪŋ/
expressing or manifesting disapproval
From this reading BERT IS SENT FOR The “Flubdub,” which had been mildly disapproving of the coach and the conduct of football affairs, changed its tune in the issue of that week.
discouragingadjectiveUS /dɪˈskɜːrədʒɪŋ/
depriving of confidence or hope or enthusiasm and hence often deterring action
From this reading The games with Oak Grove and Mt. Millard, declared the paper, proved that, in spite of certain discouraging aspects visible early in the season, Alton football was in a healthy condition, and that although progress had been slow it had also been sure.
earlyadjectiveUS /ˈɜːrli/
at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time
From this reading The games with Oak Grove and Mt. Millard, declared the paper, proved that, in spite of certain discouraging aspects visible early in the season, Alton football was in a healthy condition, and that although progress had been slow it had also been sure.
Flubdub
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From this reading BERT IS SENT FOR The “Flubdub,” which had been mildly disapproving of the coach and the conduct of football affairs, changed its tune in the issue of that week.
footballnounUS /ˈfʊtbɔːl/
any of various games played with a ball (round or oval) in which two teams try to kick or carry or propel the ball into each other's goal
From this reading BERT IS SENT FOR The “Flubdub,” which had been mildly disapproving of the coach and the conduct of football affairs, changed its tune in the issue of that week.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading BERT IS SENT FOR The “Flubdub,” which had been mildly disapproving of the coach and the conduct of football affairs, changed its tune in the issue of that week.
having or given a form or shape
From this reading It found many complimentary things to say of the Team and it insinuated that those who had been criticizing Mr. Cade and his methods had formed their verdict too soon.
set up or found
From this reading It found many complimentary things to say of the Team and it insinuated that those who had been criticizing Mr. Cade and his methods had formed their verdict too soon.
gamesnounUS /ɡeɪmz/
plural of “game” — a contest with rules to determine a winner
From this reading The games with Oak Grove and Mt. Millard, declared the paper, proved that, in spite of certain discouraging aspects visible early in the season, Alton football was in a healthy condition, and that although progress had been slow it had also been sure.
your basis for belief or disbelief; knowledge on which to base belief
From this reading On another page, however, was printed a comparison of the Alton and Kenly Hall teams based on their season’s records that seemed to provide scant grounds for optimism.
GrovenounUS /ɡroʊv/
a small growth of trees without underbrush
From this reading The games with Oak Grove and Mt. Millard, declared the paper, proved that, in spite of certain discouraging aspects visible early in the season, Alton football was in a healthy condition, and that although progress had been slow it had also been sure.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading BERT IS SENT FOR The “Flubdub,” which had been mildly disapproving of the coach and the conduct of football affairs, changed its tune in the issue of that week.
an interior passage or corridor onto which rooms open
From this reading On another page, however, was printed a comparison of the Alton and Kenly Hall teams based on their season’s records that seemed to provide scant grounds for optimism.
healthyadjectiveUS /ˈhelθi/
having or indicating good health in body or mind; free from infirmity or disease
From this reading The games with Oak Grove and Mt. Millard, declared the paper, proved that, in spite of certain discouraging aspects visible early in the season, Alton football was in a healthy condition, and that although progress had been slow it had also been sure.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading It found many complimentary things to say of the Team and it insinuated that those who had been criticizing Mr. Cade and his methods had formed their verdict too soon.
used to add a contrasting statement
From this reading On another page, however, was printed a comparison of the Alton and Kenly Hall teams based on their season’s records that seemed to provide scant grounds for optimism.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading BERT IS SENT FOR The “Flubdub,” which had been mildly disapproving of the coach and the conduct of football affairs, changed its tune in the issue of that week.
insinuatedverbUS /ˌɪnˈsɪnjuːeɪtɪd/
past form of “insinuate” — introduce or insert (oneself) in a subtle manner
From this reading It found many complimentary things to say of the Team and it insinuated that those who had been criticizing Mr. Cade and his methods had formed their verdict too soon.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading BERT IS SENT FOR The “Flubdub,” which had been mildly disapproving of the coach and the conduct of football affairs, changed its tune in the issue of that week.
issueverbUS /ˈɪʃuː/
prepare and issue for public distribution or sale
From this reading BERT IS SENT FOR The “Flubdub,” which had been mildly disapproving of the coach and the conduct of football affairs, changed its tune in the issue of that week.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It found many complimentary things to say of the Team and it insinuated that those who had been criticizing Mr. Cade and his methods had formed their verdict too soon.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading BERT IS SENT FOR The “Flubdub,” which had been mildly disapproving of the coach and the conduct of football affairs, changed its tune in the issue of that week.
Kenly
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From this reading On another page, however, was printed a comparison of the Alton and Kenly Hall teams based on their season’s records that seemed to provide scant grounds for optimism.
inflected form of “know” — be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading The “Flubdub,” in short, was suddenly optimistic and didn’t care who knew it.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number
From this reading It found many complimentary things to say of the Team and it insinuated that those who had been criticizing Mr. Cade and his methods had formed their verdict too soon.
methodsnounUS /ˈmeθədz/
plural of “method” — a way of doing something, especially a systematic way; implies an orderly logical arrangement (usually in steps)
From this reading It found many complimentary things to say of the Team and it insinuated that those who had been criticizing Mr. Cade and his methods had formed their verdict too soon.
mildlyadverbUS /ˈmaɪldli/
to a moderate degree
From this reading BERT IS SENT FOR The “Flubdub,” which had been mildly disapproving of the coach and the conduct of football affairs, changed its tune in the issue of that week.
Millard
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From this reading The games with Oak Grove and Mt. Millard, declared the paper, proved that, in spite of certain discouraging aspects visible early in the season, Alton football was in a healthy condition, and that although progress had been slow it had also been sure.
a form of address for a man
From this reading It found many complimentary things to say of the Team and it insinuated that those who had been criticizing Mr. Cade and his methods had formed their verdict too soon.
MtnounUS /maʊnt/
a radioactive transuranic element
From this reading The games with Oak Grove and Mt. Millard, declared the paper, proved that, in spite of certain discouraging aspects visible early in the season, Alton football was in a healthy condition, and that although progress had been slow it had also been sure.
the hard durable wood of any oak; used especially for furniture and flooring
From this reading The games with Oak Grove and Mt. Millard, declared the paper, proved that, in spite of certain discouraging aspects visible early in the season, Alton football was in a healthy condition, and that although progress had been slow it had also been sure.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading BERT IS SENT FOR The “Flubdub,” which had been mildly disapproving of the coach and the conduct of football affairs, changed its tune in the issue of that week.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading On another page, however, was printed a comparison of the Alton and Kenly Hall teams based on their season’s records that seemed to provide scant grounds for optimism.
optimismnounUS /ˈɑːptəmɪzəm/
the optimistic feeling that all is going to turn out well
From this reading On another page, however, was printed a comparison of the Alton and Kenly Hall teams based on their season’s records that seemed to provide scant grounds for optimism.
optimisticadjectiveUS /ˌɑːptəˈmɪstɪk/
expecting the best in this best of all possible worlds
From this reading The “Flubdub,” in short, was suddenly optimistic and didn’t care who knew it.
one side of one leaf (of a book or magazine or newspaper or letter etc.) or the written or pictorial matter it contains
From this reading On another page, however, was printed a comparison of the Alton and Kenly Hall teams based on their season’s records that seemed to provide scant grounds for optimism.
a material made of cellulose pulp derived mainly from wood or rags or certain grasses
From this reading The games with Oak Grove and Mt. Millard, declared the paper, proved that, in spite of certain discouraging aspects visible early in the season, Alton football was in a healthy condition, and that although progress had been slow it had also been sure.
past form of “print” — put into print
From this reading On another page, however, was printed a comparison of the Alton and Kenly Hall teams based on their season’s records that seemed to provide scant grounds for optimism.
gradual improvement or growth or development
From this reading The games with Oak Grove and Mt. Millard, declared the paper, proved that, in spite of certain discouraging aspects visible early in the season, Alton football was in a healthy condition, and that although progress had been slow it had also been sure.
established beyond doubt
From this reading The games with Oak Grove and Mt. Millard, declared the paper, proved that, in spite of certain discouraging aspects visible early in the season, Alton football was in a healthy condition, and that although progress had been slow it had also been sure.
provideverbUS /prəˈvaɪd/
give something useful or necessary to
From this reading On another page, however, was printed a comparison of the Alton and Kenly Hall teams based on their season’s records that seemed to provide scant grounds for optimism.
recordsnounUS /rəˈkɔːrdz/
plural of “record” — anything (such as a document or a phonograph record or a photograph) providing permanent evidence of or information about past events
From this reading On another page, however, was printed a comparison of the Alton and Kenly Hall teams based on their season’s records that seemed to provide scant grounds for optimism.
express in words
From this reading It found many complimentary things to say of the Team and it insinuated that those who had been criticizing Mr. Cade and his methods had formed their verdict too soon.
scantadjectiveUS /skænt/
less than the correct or legal or full amount often deliberately so
From this reading On another page, however, was printed a comparison of the Alton and Kenly Hall teams based on their season’s records that seemed to provide scant grounds for optimism.
a period of the year marked by special events or activities in some field
From this reading The games with Oak Grove and Mt. Millard, declared the paper, proved that, in spite of certain discouraging aspects visible early in the season, Alton football was in a healthy condition, and that although progress had been slow it had also been sure.
season'snounUS /ˈsiːzənz/
possessive form of “season” — a period of the year marked by special events or activities in some field
From this reading On another page, however, was printed a comparison of the Alton and Kenly Hall teams based on their season’s records that seemed to provide scant grounds for optimism.
past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading On another page, however, was printed a comparison of the Alton and Kenly Hall teams based on their season’s records that seemed to provide scant grounds for optimism.
100 senti equal 1 kroon in Estonia
From this reading BERT IS SENT FOR The “Flubdub,” which had been mildly disapproving of the coach and the conduct of football affairs, changed its tune in the issue of that week.
primarily temporal sense; indicating or being or seeming to be limited in duration
From this reading The “Flubdub,” in short, was suddenly optimistic and didn’t care who knew it.
not moving quickly; taking a comparatively long time
From this reading The games with Oak Grove and Mt. Millard, declared the paper, proved that, in spite of certain discouraging aspects visible early in the season, Alton football was in a healthy condition, and that although progress had been slow it had also been sure.
in the near future
From this reading It found many complimentary things to say of the Team and it insinuated that those who had been criticizing Mr. Cade and his methods had formed their verdict too soon.
feeling a need to see others suffer
From this reading The games with Oak Grove and Mt. Millard, declared the paper, proved that, in spite of certain discouraging aspects visible early in the season, Alton football was in a healthy condition, and that although progress had been slow it had also been sure.
happening unexpectedly
From this reading The “Flubdub,” in short, was suddenly optimistic and didn’t care who knew it.
having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured
From this reading The games with Oak Grove and Mt. Millard, declared the paper, proved that, in spite of certain discouraging aspects visible early in the season, Alton football was in a healthy condition, and that although progress had been slow it had also been sure.
TeamnounUS /tiːm/
a cooperative unit (especially in sports)
From this reading It found many complimentary things to say of the Team and it insinuated that those who had been criticizing Mr. Cade and his methods had formed their verdict too soon.
teamsnounUS /tiːmz/
plural of “team” — a cooperative unit (especially in sports)
From this reading On another page, however, was printed a comparison of the Alton and Kenly Hall teams based on their season’s records that seemed to provide scant grounds for optimism.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading BERT IS SENT FOR The “Flubdub,” which had been mildly disapproving of the coach and the conduct of football affairs, changed its tune in the issue of that week.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading BERT IS SENT FOR The “Flubdub,” which had been mildly disapproving of the coach and the conduct of football affairs, changed its tune in the issue of that week.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading It found many complimentary things to say of the Team and it insinuated that those who had been criticizing Mr. Cade and his methods had formed their verdict too soon.
any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)
From this reading It found many complimentary things to say of the Team and it insinuated that those who had been criticizing Mr. Cade and his methods had formed their verdict too soon.
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading It found many complimentary things to say of the Team and it insinuated that those who had been criticizing Mr. Cade and his methods had formed their verdict too soon.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading It found many complimentary things to say of the Team and it insinuated that those who had been criticizing Mr. Cade and his methods had formed their verdict too soon.
to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits
From this reading It found many complimentary things to say of the Team and it insinuated that those who had been criticizing Mr. Cade and his methods had formed their verdict too soon.
tunenounUS /tuːn/
a succession of notes forming a distinctive sequence
From this reading BERT IS SENT FOR The “Flubdub,” which had been mildly disapproving of the coach and the conduct of football affairs, changed its tune in the issue of that week.
verdictnounUS /ˈvɜːrdɪkt/
(law) the findings of a jury on issues of fact submitted to it for decision; can be used in formulating a judgment
From this reading It found many complimentary things to say of the Team and it insinuated that those who had been criticizing Mr. Cade and his methods had formed their verdict too soon.
capable of being seen; or open to easy view
From this reading The games with Oak Grove and Mt. Millard, declared the paper, proved that, in spite of certain discouraging aspects visible early in the season, Alton football was in a healthy condition, and that although progress had been slow it had also been sure.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The games with Oak Grove and Mt. Millard, declared the paper, proved that, in spite of certain discouraging aspects visible early in the season, Alton football was in a healthy condition, and that although progress had been slow it had also been sure.
any period of seven consecutive days
From this reading BERT IS SENT FOR The “Flubdub,” which had been mildly disapproving of the coach and the conduct of football affairs, changed its tune in the issue of that week.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading BERT IS SENT FOR The “Flubdub,” which had been mildly disapproving of the coach and the conduct of football affairs, changed its tune in the issue of that week.
which person or people
From this reading It found many complimentary things to say of the Team and it insinuated that those who had been criticizing Mr. Cade and his methods had formed their verdict too soon.
in the company of; together with
From this reading The games with Oak Grove and Mt. Millard, declared the paper, proved that, in spite of certain discouraging aspects visible early in the season, Alton football was in a healthy condition, and that although progress had been slow it had also been sure.
