used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading THE STARTING OF A "CORNER" There are always two parties in every stock exchange, well known as bulls and bears.
aboveprepositionUS /əˈbʌv/
higher than, or over, something
From this reading Those who believe in an advance, or what is to the same end, manipulate a stock to increase its price, are said to be "bulling it"; while those who honestly think it quoted above its worth and sell it, or plot to depress its price, are said to "bear it."
actionsnounUS /ˈækʃənz/
plural of “action” — something done (usually as opposed to something said)
From this reading Like the ever varying hues of the kaleidoscope, so the opinions and actions of each individual among those men constantly change, and a bull to-day may be a bear to-morrow.
move forward, also in the metaphorical sense
From this reading Those who believe in an advance, or what is to the same end, manipulate a stock to increase its price, are said to be "bulling it"; while those who honestly think it quoted above its worth and sell it, or plot to depress its price, are said to "bear it."
at all times; all the time and on every occasion
From this reading THE STARTING OF A "CORNER" There are always two parties in every stock exchange, well known as bulls and bears.
amongprepositionUS /əˈmʌŋ/
surrounded by; in the middle of a group
From this reading Like the ever varying hues of the kaleidoscope, so the opinions and actions of each individual among those men constantly change, and a bull to-day may be a bear to-morrow.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading Those who believe in an advance, or what is to the same end, manipulate a stock to increase its price, are said to be "bulling it"; while those who honestly think it quoted above its worth and sell it, or plot to depress its price, are said to "bear it."
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading THE STARTING OF A "CORNER" There are always two parties in every stock exchange, well known as bulls and bears.
clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment
From this reading To this end they fill the press with columns of false reports, fictitious statements, and items of apparent news for one purpose--to deceive.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading THE STARTING OF A "CORNER" There are always two parties in every stock exchange, well known as bulls and bears.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading THE STARTING OF A "CORNER" There are always two parties in every stock exchange, well known as bulls and bears.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Those who believe in an advance, or what is to the same end, manipulate a stock to increase its price, are said to be "bulling it"; while those who honestly think it quoted above its worth and sell it, or plot to depress its price, are said to "bear it."
have
From this reading Those who believe in an advance, or what is to the same end, manipulate a stock to increase its price, are said to be "bulling it"; while those who honestly think it quoted above its worth and sell it, or plot to depress its price, are said to "bear it."
bearsnounUS /berz/
plural of “bear” — massive plantigrade carnivorous or omnivorous mammals with long shaggy coats and strong claws
From this reading THE STARTING OF A "CORNER" There are always two parties in every stock exchange, well known as bulls and bears.
accept as true; take to be true
From this reading Those who believe in an advance, or what is to the same end, manipulate a stock to increase its price, are said to be "bulling it"; while those who honestly think it quoted above its worth and sell it, or plot to depress its price, are said to "bear it."
uncastrated adult male of domestic cattle
From this reading Like the ever varying hues of the kaleidoscope, so the opinions and actions of each individual among those men constantly change, and a bull to-day may be a bear to-morrow.
bulling
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Those who believe in an advance, or what is to the same end, manipulate a stock to increase its price, are said to be "bulling it"; while those who honestly think it quoted above its worth and sell it, or plot to depress its price, are said to "bear it."
bullsnounUS /bʊlz/
plural of “bull” — uncastrated adult male of domestic cattle
From this reading THE STARTING OF A "CORNER" There are always two parties in every stock exchange, well known as bulls and bears.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Then cliques and pools take up one little joker of values, and seek by force of number and capital to toss it up or down.
assets available for use in the production of further assets
From this reading Then cliques and pools take up one little joker of values, and seek by force of number and capital to toss it up or down.
cause to change; make different; cause a transformation
From this reading Like the ever varying hues of the kaleidoscope, so the opinions and actions of each individual among those men constantly change, and a bull to-day may be a bear to-morrow.
cliquesnounUS /klɪks/
plural of “clique” — an exclusive circle of people with a common purpose
From this reading Then cliques and pools take up one little joker of values, and seek by force of number and capital to toss it up or down.
columnsnounUS /ˈkɑːləmz/
plural of “column” — a line of units following one after another
From this reading To this end they fill the press with columns of false reports, fictitious statements, and items of apparent news for one purpose--to deceive.
without variation or change, in every case
From this reading Like the ever varying hues of the kaleidoscope, so the opinions and actions of each individual among those men constantly change, and a bull to-day may be a bear to-morrow.
a place off to the side of an area
From this reading THE STARTING OF A "CORNER" There are always two parties in every stock exchange, well known as bulls and bears.
deceiveverbUS /dɪˈsiːv/
be false to; be dishonest with
From this reading To this end they fill the press with columns of false reports, fictitious statements, and items of apparent news for one purpose--to deceive.
depressverbUS /dɪˈpres/
lower someone's spirits; make downhearted
From this reading Those who believe in an advance, or what is to the same end, manipulate a stock to increase its price, are said to be "bulling it"; while those who honestly think it quoted above its worth and sell it, or plot to depress its price, are said to "bear it."
being or moving lower in position or less in some value
From this reading Then cliques and pools take up one little joker of values, and seek by force of number and capital to toss it up or down.
every one of two or more people or things, taken separately
From this reading Like the ever varying hues of the kaleidoscope, so the opinions and actions of each individual among those men constantly change, and a bull to-day may be a bear to-morrow.
either extremity of something that has length
From this reading Those who believe in an advance, or what is to the same end, manipulate a stock to increase its price, are said to be "bulling it"; while those who honestly think it quoted above its worth and sell it, or plot to depress its price, are said to "bear it."
at any time
From this reading Like the ever varying hues of the kaleidoscope, so the opinions and actions of each individual among those men constantly change, and a bull to-day may be a bear to-morrow.
everydeterminerUS /ˈevəri/
all the members of a group, with none left out
From this reading THE STARTING OF A "CORNER" There are always two parties in every stock exchange, well known as bulls and bears.
chemical process in which one atom or ion or group changes places with another
From this reading THE STARTING OF A "CORNER" There are always two parties in every stock exchange, well known as bulls and bears.
not in accordance with the fact or reality or actuality
From this reading To this end they fill the press with columns of false reports, fictitious statements, and items of apparent news for one purpose--to deceive.
fictitiousadjectiveUS /fɪkˈtɪʃəs/
formed or conceived by the imagination
From this reading To this end they fill the press with columns of false reports, fictitious statements, and items of apparent news for one purpose--to deceive.
make full, also in a metaphorical sense
From this reading To this end they fill the press with columns of false reports, fictitious statements, and items of apparent news for one purpose--to deceive.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading To this end they fill the press with columns of false reports, fictitious statements, and items of apparent news for one purpose--to deceive.
a powerful effect or influence
From this reading Then cliques and pools take up one little joker of values, and seek by force of number and capital to toss it up or down.
honestlyadverbUS /ˈɑːnəstli/
(used as intensives reflecting the speaker's attitude) it is sincerely the case that
From this reading Those who believe in an advance, or what is to the same end, manipulate a stock to increase its price, are said to be "bulling it"; while those who honestly think it quoted above its worth and sell it, or plot to depress its price, are said to "bear it."
huesnounUS /hjuːz/
plural of “hue” — the quality of a color as determined by its dominant wavelength
From this reading Like the ever varying hues of the kaleidoscope, so the opinions and actions of each individual among those men constantly change, and a bull to-day may be a bear to-morrow.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading THE STARTING OF A "CORNER" There are always two parties in every stock exchange, well known as bulls and bears.
increasenounUS /ˌɪnˈkriːs/
a quantity that is added
From this reading Those who believe in an advance, or what is to the same end, manipulate a stock to increase its price, are said to be "bulling it"; while those who honestly think it quoted above its worth and sell it, or plot to depress its price, are said to "bear it."
being or characteristic of a single thing or person
From this reading Like the ever varying hues of the kaleidoscope, so the opinions and actions of each individual among those men constantly change, and a bull to-day may be a bear to-morrow.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Those who believe in an advance, or what is to the same end, manipulate a stock to increase its price, are said to be "bulling it"; while those who honestly think it quoted above its worth and sell it, or plot to depress its price, are said to "bear it."
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Those who believe in an advance, or what is to the same end, manipulate a stock to increase its price, are said to be "bulling it"; while those who honestly think it quoted above its worth and sell it, or plot to depress its price, are said to "bear it."
itemsnounUS /ˈaɪtəmz/
plural of “item” — a distinct part that can be specified separately in a group of things that could be enumerated on a list
From this reading To this end they fill the press with columns of false reports, fictitious statements, and items of apparent news for one purpose--to deceive.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading Those who believe in an advance, or what is to the same end, manipulate a stock to increase its price, are said to be "bulling it"; while those who honestly think it quoted above its worth and sell it, or plot to depress its price, are said to "bear it."
jokernounUS /ˈdʒoʊkər/
a person who enjoys telling or playing jokes
From this reading Then cliques and pools take up one little joker of values, and seek by force of number and capital to toss it up or down.
kaleidoscopenounUS /kəˈlaɪdəskoʊp/
a complex pattern of constantly changing colors and shapes
From this reading Like the ever varying hues of the kaleidoscope, so the opinions and actions of each individual among those men constantly change, and a bull to-day may be a bear to-morrow.
apprehended with certainty
From this reading THE STARTING OF A "CORNER" There are always two parties in every stock exchange, well known as bulls and bears.
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading Like the ever varying hues of the kaleidoscope, so the opinions and actions of each individual among those men constantly change, and a bull to-day may be a bear to-morrow.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading Then cliques and pools take up one little joker of values, and seek by force of number and capital to toss it up or down.
manipulateverbUS /məˈnɪpjəleɪt/
influence or control shrewdly or deviously
From this reading Those who believe in an advance, or what is to the same end, manipulate a stock to increase its price, are said to be "bulling it"; while those who honestly think it quoted above its worth and sell it, or plot to depress its price, are said to "bear it."
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading Like the ever varying hues of the kaleidoscope, so the opinions and actions of each individual among those men constantly change, and a bull to-day may be a bear to-morrow.
the force of workers available
From this reading Like the ever varying hues of the kaleidoscope, so the opinions and actions of each individual among those men constantly change, and a bull to-day may be a bear to-morrow.
information about recent and important events
From this reading To this end they fill the press with columns of false reports, fictitious statements, and items of apparent news for one purpose--to deceive.
the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals
From this reading Then cliques and pools take up one little joker of values, and seek by force of number and capital to toss it up or down.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading THE STARTING OF A "CORNER" There are always two parties in every stock exchange, well known as bulls and bears.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading Then cliques and pools take up one little joker of values, and seek by force of number and capital to toss it up or down.
opinionsnounUS /əˈpɪnjənz/
plural of “opinion” — a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty
From this reading Like the ever varying hues of the kaleidoscope, so the opinions and actions of each individual among those men constantly change, and a bull to-day may be a bear to-morrow.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading Those who believe in an advance, or what is to the same end, manipulate a stock to increase its price, are said to be "bulling it"; while those who honestly think it quoted above its worth and sell it, or plot to depress its price, are said to "bear it."
plural of “party” — an organization to gain political power
From this reading THE STARTING OF A "CORNER" There are always two parties in every stock exchange, well known as bulls and bears.
plotnounUS /plɑːt/
a secret scheme to do something (especially something underhand or illegal)
From this reading Those who believe in an advance, or what is to the same end, manipulate a stock to increase its price, are said to be "bulling it"; while those who honestly think it quoted above its worth and sell it, or plot to depress its price, are said to "bear it."
poolsnounUS /puːlz/
plural of “pool” — an excavation that is (usually) filled with water
From this reading Then cliques and pools take up one little joker of values, and seek by force of number and capital to toss it up or down.
exert pressure or force to or upon
From this reading To this end they fill the press with columns of false reports, fictitious statements, and items of apparent news for one purpose--to deceive.
the property of having material worth (often indicated by the amount of money something would bring if sold)
From this reading Those who believe in an advance, or what is to the same end, manipulate a stock to increase its price, are said to be "bulling it"; while those who honestly think it quoted above its worth and sell it, or plot to depress its price, are said to "bear it."
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
From this reading To this end they fill the press with columns of false reports, fictitious statements, and items of apparent news for one purpose--to deceive.
quotedverbUS /ˈkwoʊtɪd/
past form of “quote” — repeat a passage from
From this reading Those who believe in an advance, or what is to the same end, manipulate a stock to increase its price, are said to be "bulling it"; while those who honestly think it quoted above its worth and sell it, or plot to depress its price, are said to "bear it."
reportsnounUS /rɪˈpɔːrts/
plural of “report” — a written document describing the findings of some individual or group
From this reading To this end they fill the press with columns of false reports, fictitious statements, and items of apparent news for one purpose--to deceive.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading Those who believe in an advance, or what is to the same end, manipulate a stock to increase its price, are said to be "bulling it"; while those who honestly think it quoted above its worth and sell it, or plot to depress its price, are said to "bear it."
Identical; not different.
From this reading Those who believe in an advance, or what is to the same end, manipulate a stock to increase its price, are said to be "bulling it"; while those who honestly think it quoted above its worth and sell it, or plot to depress its price, are said to "bear it."
try to get or reach
From this reading Then cliques and pools take up one little joker of values, and seek by force of number and capital to toss it up or down.
exchange or deliver for money or its equivalent
From this reading Those who believe in an advance, or what is to the same end, manipulate a stock to increase its price, are said to be "bulling it"; while those who honestly think it quoted above its worth and sell it, or plot to depress its price, are said to "bear it."
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading Like the ever varying hues of the kaleidoscope, so the opinions and actions of each individual among those men constantly change, and a bull to-day may be a bear to-morrow.
(especially of eyes) bulging or protruding as with fear
From this reading THE STARTING OF A "CORNER" There are always two parties in every stock exchange, well known as bulls and bears.
statementsnounUS /ˈsteɪtmənts/
plural of “statement” — a message that is stated or declared; a communication (oral or written) setting forth particulars or facts etc
From this reading To this end they fill the press with columns of false reports, fictitious statements, and items of apparent news for one purpose--to deceive.
the capital raised by a corporation through the issue of shares entitling holders to an ownership interest
From this reading THE STARTING OF A "CORNER" There are always two parties in every stock exchange, well known as bulls and bears.
carry out
From this reading Then cliques and pools take up one little joker of values, and seek by force of number and capital to toss it up or down.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE STARTING OF A "CORNER" There are always two parties in every stock exchange, well known as bulls and bears.
subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)
From this reading Then cliques and pools take up one little joker of values, and seek by force of number and capital to toss it up or down.
in or at that place or location
From this reading THE STARTING OF A "CORNER" There are always two parties in every stock exchange, well known as bulls and bears.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading To this end they fill the press with columns of false reports, fictitious statements, and items of apparent news for one purpose--to deceive.
judge or regard; look upon; judge
From this reading Those who believe in an advance, or what is to the same end, manipulate a stock to increase its price, are said to be "bulling it"; while those who honestly think it quoted above its worth and sell it, or plot to depress its price, are said to "bear it."
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading To this end they fill the press with columns of false reports, fictitious statements, and items of apparent news for one purpose--to deceive.
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading Those who believe in an advance, or what is to the same end, manipulate a stock to increase its price, are said to be "bulling it"; while those who honestly think it quoted above its worth and sell it, or plot to depress its price, are said to "bear it."
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Those who believe in an advance, or what is to the same end, manipulate a stock to increase its price, are said to be "bulling it"; while those who honestly think it quoted above its worth and sell it, or plot to depress its price, are said to "bear it."
to-day
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Like the ever varying hues of the kaleidoscope, so the opinions and actions of each individual among those men constantly change, and a bull to-day may be a bear to-morrow.
to-morrow
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Like the ever varying hues of the kaleidoscope, so the opinions and actions of each individual among those men constantly change, and a bull to-day may be a bear to-morrow.
tossverbUS /tɔːs/
throw or toss with a light motion
From this reading Then cliques and pools take up one little joker of values, and seek by force of number and capital to toss it up or down.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading THE STARTING OF A "CORNER" There are always two parties in every stock exchange, well known as bulls and bears.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading Then cliques and pools take up one little joker of values, and seek by force of number and capital to toss it up or down.
valuesnounUS /ˈvæljuːz/
beliefs of a person or social group in which they have an emotional investment (either for or against something)
From this reading Then cliques and pools take up one little joker of values, and seek by force of number and capital to toss it up or down.
varyingadjectiveUS /ˈveriɪŋ/
marked by diversity or difference
From this reading Like the ever varying hues of the kaleidoscope, so the opinions and actions of each individual among those men constantly change, and a bull to-day may be a bear to-morrow.
(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)
From this reading THE STARTING OF A "CORNER" There are always two parties in every stock exchange, well known as bulls and bears.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading Those who believe in an advance, or what is to the same end, manipulate a stock to increase its price, are said to be "bulling it"; while those who honestly think it quoted above its worth and sell it, or plot to depress its price, are said to "bear it."
whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading Those who believe in an advance, or what is to the same end, manipulate a stock to increase its price, are said to be "bulling it"; while those who honestly think it quoted above its worth and sell it, or plot to depress its price, are said to "bear it."
which person or people
From this reading Those who believe in an advance, or what is to the same end, manipulate a stock to increase its price, are said to be "bulling it"; while those who honestly think it quoted above its worth and sell it, or plot to depress its price, are said to "bear it."
in the company of; together with
From this reading To this end they fill the press with columns of false reports, fictitious statements, and items of apparent news for one purpose--to deceive.
an indefinite quantity of something having a specified value
From this reading Those who believe in an advance, or what is to the same end, manipulate a stock to increase its price, are said to be "bulling it"; while those who honestly think it quoted above its worth and sell it, or plot to depress its price, are said to "bear it."
