1914
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used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Preface Perhaps not unnaturally in certain details there is a slight confusion or divergence in the various works that recount the heroic deeds of Daniel Boone.
be in accord; be in agreement
From this reading His courage, reverence, rugged honesty, and unselfishness, his childlike simplicity that was mixed with a certain shrewdness, at least in his dealings with the Indians, are, however, qualities in which the historians mostly agree.
(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 BY EVERETT T. TOMLINSON _Illustrated by_ NORMAN ROCKWELL GARDEN CITY NEW YORK DOUBLEDAY, PAGE & COMPANY _Copyright, 1914, by_ THE BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA _For Boys' Life_ _Copyright, 1914, by_ EVERETT T. TOMLINSON _All rights reserved, including that of translation into foreign languages, including the Scandinavian_
(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
From this reading There is, however, a striking uniformity in all the records as to the simple faith and almost fatalistic conviction of Daniel Boone that he was called to be a pathfinder for the new nation in America.
North American republic containing 50 states - 48 conterminous states in North America plus Alaska in northwest North America and the Hawaiian Islands in the Pacific Ocean; achieved independence in 1776
From this reading BY EVERETT T. TOMLINSON _Illustrated by_ NORMAN ROCKWELL GARDEN CITY NEW YORK DOUBLEDAY, PAGE & COMPANY _Copyright, 1914, by_ THE BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA _For Boys' Life_ _Copyright, 1914, by_ EVERETT T. TOMLINSON _All rights reserved, including that of translation into foreign languages, including the Scandinavian_
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading There is, however, a striking uniformity in all the records as to the simple faith and almost fatalistic conviction of Daniel Boone that he was called to be a pathfinder for the new nation in America.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading His courage, reverence, rugged honesty, and unselfishness, his childlike simplicity that was mixed with a certain shrewdness, at least in his dealings with the Indians, are, however, qualities in which the historians mostly agree.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading There is, however, a striking uniformity in all the records as to the simple faith and almost fatalistic conviction of Daniel Boone that he was called to be a pathfinder for the new nation in America.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading His courage, reverence, rugged honesty, and unselfishness, his childlike simplicity that was mixed with a certain shrewdness, at least in his dealings with the Indians, are, however, qualities in which the historians mostly agree.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading There is, however, a striking uniformity in all the records as to the simple faith and almost fatalistic conviction of Daniel Boone that he was called to be a pathfinder for the new nation in America.
BoonenounUS /buːn/
an American pioneer and guide and explorer (1734-1820)
From this reading Preface Perhaps not unnaturally in certain details there is a slight confusion or divergence in the various works that recount the heroic deeds of Daniel Boone.
a youthful male person
From this reading BY EVERETT T. TOMLINSON _Illustrated by_ NORMAN ROCKWELL GARDEN CITY NEW YORK DOUBLEDAY, PAGE & COMPANY _Copyright, 1914, by_ THE BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA _For Boys' Life_ _Copyright, 1914, by_ EVERETT T. TOMLINSON _All rights reserved, including that of translation into foreign languages, including the Scandinavian_
plural of “boy” — a youthful male person
From this reading BY EVERETT T. TOMLINSON _Illustrated by_ NORMAN ROCKWELL GARDEN CITY NEW YORK DOUBLEDAY, PAGE & COMPANY _Copyright, 1914, by_ THE BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA _For Boys' Life_ _Copyright, 1914, by_ EVERETT T. TOMLINSON _All rights reserved, including that of translation into foreign languages, including the Scandinavian_
showing who or what does the action
From this reading BY EVERETT T. TOMLINSON _Illustrated by_ NORMAN ROCKWELL GARDEN CITY NEW YORK DOUBLEDAY, PAGE & COMPANY _Copyright, 1914, by_ THE BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA _For Boys' Life_ _Copyright, 1914, by_ EVERETT T. TOMLINSON _All rights reserved, including that of translation into foreign languages, including the Scandinavian_
past form of “call” — assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading There is, however, a striking uniformity in all the records as to the simple faith and almost fatalistic conviction of Daniel Boone that he was called to be a pathfinder for the new nation in America.
definite but not specified or identified
From this reading Preface Perhaps not unnaturally in certain details there is a slight confusion or divergence in the various works that recount the heroic deeds of Daniel Boone.
childlikeadjectiveUS /ˈtʃaɪldlaɪk/
befitting a young child
From this reading His courage, reverence, rugged honesty, and unselfishness, his childlike simplicity that was mixed with a certain shrewdness, at least in his dealings with the Indians, are, however, qualities in which the historians mostly agree.
a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts
From this reading BY EVERETT T. TOMLINSON _Illustrated by_ NORMAN ROCKWELL GARDEN CITY NEW YORK DOUBLEDAY, PAGE & COMPANY _Copyright, 1914, by_ THE BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA _For Boys' Life_ _Copyright, 1914, by_ EVERETT T. TOMLINSON _All rights reserved, including that of translation into foreign languages, including the Scandinavian_
an institution created to conduct business
From this reading BY EVERETT T. TOMLINSON _Illustrated by_ NORMAN ROCKWELL GARDEN CITY NEW YORK DOUBLEDAY, PAGE & COMPANY _Copyright, 1914, by_ THE BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA _For Boys' Life_ _Copyright, 1914, by_ EVERETT T. TOMLINSON _All rights reserved, including that of translation into foreign languages, including the Scandinavian_
disorder resulting from a failure to behave predictably
From this reading Preface Perhaps not unnaturally in certain details there is a slight confusion or divergence in the various works that recount the heroic deeds of Daniel Boone.
an unshakable belief in something without need for proof or evidence
From this reading There is, however, a striking uniformity in all the records as to the simple faith and almost fatalistic conviction of Daniel Boone that he was called to be a pathfinder for the new nation in America.
CopyrightnounUS /ˈkɑːpiraɪt/
a document granting exclusive right to publish and sell literary or musical or artistic work
From this reading BY EVERETT T. TOMLINSON _Illustrated by_ NORMAN ROCKWELL GARDEN CITY NEW YORK DOUBLEDAY, PAGE & COMPANY _Copyright, 1914, by_ THE BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA _For Boys' Life_ _Copyright, 1914, by_ EVERETT T. TOMLINSON _All rights reserved, including that of translation into foreign languages, including the Scandinavian_
a quality of spirit that enables you to face danger or pain without showing fear
From this reading His courage, reverence, rugged honesty, and unselfishness, his childlike simplicity that was mixed with a certain shrewdness, at least in his dealings with the Indians, are, however, qualities in which the historians mostly agree.
DanielnounUS /ˈdænjəl/
(Old Testament) a youth who was taken into the court of Nebuchadnezzar and given divine protection when thrown into a den of lions (6th century BC)
From this reading Preface Perhaps not unnaturally in certain details there is a slight confusion or divergence in the various works that recount the heroic deeds of Daniel Boone.
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading The men of that day were making history rather than recording what they did.
dealingsnounUS /ˈdiːlɪŋz/
social or verbal interchange (usually followed by “with”)
From this reading His courage, reverence, rugged honesty, and unselfishness, his childlike simplicity that was mixed with a certain shrewdness, at least in his dealings with the Indians, are, however, qualities in which the historians mostly agree.
performance of moral or religious acts
From this reading Preface Perhaps not unnaturally in certain details there is a slight confusion or divergence in the various works that recount the heroic deeds of Daniel Boone.
true confidential information
From this reading Preface Perhaps not unnaturally in certain details there is a slight confusion or divergence in the various works that recount the heroic deeds of Daniel Boone.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading The men of that day were making history rather than recording what they did.
divergencenounUS /daɪˈvɜːrdʒəns/
the act of moving away in different direction from a common point
From this reading Preface Perhaps not unnaturally in certain details there is a slight confusion or divergence in the various works that recount the heroic deeds of Daniel Boone.
DOUBLEDAY
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EVERETT
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From this reading BY EVERETT T. TOMLINSON _Illustrated by_ NORMAN ROCKWELL GARDEN CITY NEW YORK DOUBLEDAY, PAGE & COMPANY _Copyright, 1914, by_ THE BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA _For Boys' Life_ _Copyright, 1914, by_ EVERETT T. TOMLINSON _All rights reserved, including that of translation into foreign languages, including the Scandinavian_
a strong belief in a supernatural power or powers that control human destiny
From this reading There is, however, a striking uniformity in all the records as to the simple faith and almost fatalistic conviction of Daniel Boone that he was called to be a pathfinder for the new nation in America.
fatalisticadjectiveUS /feɪtəˈlɪstɪk/
of or relating to fatalism
From this reading There is, however, a striking uniformity in all the records as to the simple faith and almost fatalistic conviction of Daniel Boone that he was called to be a pathfinder for the new nation in America.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading BY EVERETT T. TOMLINSON _Illustrated by_ NORMAN ROCKWELL GARDEN CITY NEW YORK DOUBLEDAY, PAGE & COMPANY _Copyright, 1914, by_ THE BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA _For Boys' Life_ _Copyright, 1914, by_ EVERETT T. TOMLINSON _All rights reserved, including that of translation into foreign languages, including the Scandinavian_
of concern to or concerning the affairs of other nations (other than your own)
From this reading BY EVERETT T. TOMLINSON _Illustrated by_ NORMAN ROCKWELL GARDEN CITY NEW YORK DOUBLEDAY, PAGE & COMPANY _Copyright, 1914, by_ THE BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA _For Boys' Life_ _Copyright, 1914, by_ EVERETT T. TOMLINSON _All rights reserved, including that of translation into foreign languages, including the Scandinavian_
a plot of ground where plants are cultivated
From this reading BY EVERETT T. TOMLINSON _Illustrated by_ NORMAN ROCKWELL GARDEN CITY NEW YORK DOUBLEDAY, PAGE & COMPANY _Copyright, 1914, by_ THE BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA _For Boys' Life_ _Copyright, 1914, by_ EVERETT T. TOMLINSON _All rights reserved, including that of translation into foreign languages, including the Scandinavian_
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading There is, however, a striking uniformity in all the records as to the simple faith and almost fatalistic conviction of Daniel Boone that he was called to be a pathfinder for the new nation in America.
heroicadjectiveUS /hɪˈroʊɪk/
very imposing or impressive; surpassing the ordinary (especially in size or scale)
From this reading Preface Perhaps not unnaturally in certain details there is a slight confusion or divergence in the various works that recount the heroic deeds of Daniel Boone.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading His courage, reverence, rugged honesty, and unselfishness, his childlike simplicity that was mixed with a certain shrewdness, at least in his dealings with the Indians, are, however, qualities in which the historians mostly agree.
historiansnounUS /hɪˈstɔːriənz/
plural of “historian” — a person who is an authority on history and who studies it and writes about it
From this reading His courage, reverence, rugged honesty, and unselfishness, his childlike simplicity that was mixed with a certain shrewdness, at least in his dealings with the Indians, are, however, qualities in which the historians mostly agree.
the aggregate of past events
From this reading The men of that day were making history rather than recording what they did.
honestynounUS /ˈɑːnəsti/
the quality of being honest
From this reading His courage, reverence, rugged honesty, and unselfishness, his childlike simplicity that was mixed with a certain shrewdness, at least in his dealings with the Indians, are, however, qualities in which the historians mostly agree.
used to add a contrasting statement
From this reading There is, however, a striking uniformity in all the records as to the simple faith and almost fatalistic conviction of Daniel Boone that he was called to be a pathfinder for the new nation in America.
IllustratedverbUS /ˈɪləstreɪtəd/
past form of “illustrate” — clarify by giving an example of
From this reading BY EVERETT T. TOMLINSON _Illustrated by_ NORMAN ROCKWELL GARDEN CITY NEW YORK DOUBLEDAY, PAGE & COMPANY _Copyright, 1914, by_ THE BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA _For Boys' Life_ _Copyright, 1914, by_ EVERETT T. TOMLINSON _All rights reserved, including that of translation into foreign languages, including the Scandinavian_
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Preface Perhaps not unnaturally in certain details there is a slight confusion or divergence in the various works that recount the heroic deeds of Daniel Boone.
includingverbUS /ˌɪnˈkluːdɪŋ/
-ing form of “include” — have as a part, be made up out of
From this reading BY EVERETT T. TOMLINSON _Illustrated by_ NORMAN ROCKWELL GARDEN CITY NEW YORK DOUBLEDAY, PAGE & COMPANY _Copyright, 1914, by_ THE BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA _For Boys' Life_ _Copyright, 1914, by_ EVERETT T. TOMLINSON _All rights reserved, including that of translation into foreign languages, including the Scandinavian_
plural of “indian” — a native or inhabitant of India
From this reading His courage, reverence, rugged honesty, and unselfishness, his childlike simplicity that was mixed with a certain shrewdness, at least in his dealings with the Indians, are, however, qualities in which the historians mostly agree.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading BY EVERETT T. TOMLINSON _Illustrated by_ NORMAN ROCKWELL GARDEN CITY NEW YORK DOUBLEDAY, PAGE & COMPANY _Copyright, 1914, by_ THE BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA _For Boys' Life_ _Copyright, 1914, by_ EVERETT T. TOMLINSON _All rights reserved, including that of translation into foreign languages, including the Scandinavian_
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Preface Perhaps not unnaturally in certain details there is a slight confusion or divergence in the various works that recount the heroic deeds of Daniel Boone.
languagesnounUS /ˈlæŋɡwədʒəz/
plural of “language” — a systematic means of communicating by the use of sounds or conventional symbols
From this reading BY EVERETT T. TOMLINSON _Illustrated by_ NORMAN ROCKWELL GARDEN CITY NEW YORK DOUBLEDAY, PAGE & COMPANY _Copyright, 1914, by_ THE BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA _For Boys' Life_ _Copyright, 1914, by_ EVERETT T. TOMLINSON _All rights reserved, including that of translation into foreign languages, including the Scandinavian_
the superlative of “little” that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by “the”; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or extent or degree
From this reading His courage, reverence, rugged honesty, and unselfishness, his childlike simplicity that was mixed with a certain shrewdness, at least in his dealings with the Indians, are, however, qualities in which the historians mostly agree.
a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading BY EVERETT T. TOMLINSON _Illustrated by_ NORMAN ROCKWELL GARDEN CITY NEW YORK DOUBLEDAY, PAGE & COMPANY _Copyright, 1914, by_ THE BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA _For Boys' Life_ _Copyright, 1914, by_ EVERETT T. TOMLINSON _All rights reserved, including that of translation into foreign languages, including the Scandinavian_
the act that results in something coming to be
From this reading The men of that day were making history rather than recording what they did.
the force of workers available
From this reading The men of that day were making history rather than recording what they did.
consisting of a haphazard assortment of different kinds
From this reading His courage, reverence, rugged honesty, and unselfishness, his childlike simplicity that was mixed with a certain shrewdness, at least in his dealings with the Indians, are, however, qualities in which the historians mostly agree.
mostlyadverbUS /ˈmoʊstli/
in large part; mainly or chiefly
From this reading His courage, reverence, rugged honesty, and unselfishness, his childlike simplicity that was mixed with a certain shrewdness, at least in his dealings with the Indians, are, however, qualities in which the historians mostly agree.
a politically organized body of people under a single government
From this reading There is, however, a striking uniformity in all the records as to the simple faith and almost fatalistic conviction of Daniel Boone that he was called to be a pathfinder for the new nation in America.
not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered
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NORMANnounUS /ˈnɔːrmən/
United States operatic soprano (born in 1945)
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used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Preface Perhaps not unnaturally in certain details there is a slight confusion or divergence in the various works that recount the heroic deeds of Daniel Boone.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading BY EVERETT T. TOMLINSON _Illustrated by_ NORMAN ROCKWELL GARDEN CITY NEW YORK DOUBLEDAY, PAGE & COMPANY _Copyright, 1914, by_ THE BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA _For Boys' Life_ _Copyright, 1914, by_ EVERETT T. TOMLINSON _All rights reserved, including that of translation into foreign languages, including the Scandinavian_
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading Preface Perhaps not unnaturally in certain details there is a slight confusion or divergence in the various works that recount the heroic deeds of Daniel Boone.
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 BY EVERETT T. TOMLINSON _Illustrated by_ NORMAN ROCKWELL GARDEN CITY NEW YORK DOUBLEDAY, PAGE & COMPANY _Copyright, 1914, by_ THE BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA _For Boys' Life_ _Copyright, 1914, by_ EVERETT T. TOMLINSON _All rights reserved, including that of translation into foreign languages, including the Scandinavian_
pathfindernounUS /ˈpæθfaɪndər/
someone who can find paths through unexplored territory
From this reading There is, however, a striking uniformity in all the records as to the simple faith and almost fatalistic conviction of Daniel Boone that he was called to be a pathfinder for the new nation in America.
by chance
From this reading Preface Perhaps not unnaturally in certain details there is a slight confusion or divergence in the various works that recount the heroic deeds of Daniel Boone.
PrefacenounUS /ˈprefəs/
a short introductory essay preceding the text of a book
From this reading Preface Perhaps not unnaturally in certain details there is a slight confusion or divergence in the various works that recount the heroic deeds of Daniel Boone.
plural of “quality” — an essential and distinguishing attribute of something or someone
From this reading His courage, reverence, rugged honesty, and unselfishness, his childlike simplicity that was mixed with a certain shrewdness, at least in his dealings with the Indians, are, however, qualities in which the historians mostly agree.
on the contrary
From this reading The men of that day were making history rather than recording what they did.
recordingnounUS /rəˈkɔːrdɪŋ/
a signal that encodes something (e.g., picture or sound) that has been recorded
From this reading The men of that day were making history rather than recording what they did.
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 There is, however, a striking uniformity in all the records as to the simple faith and almost fatalistic conviction of Daniel Boone that he was called to be a pathfinder for the new nation in America.
recountverbUS /rɪˈkaʊnt/
narrate or give a detailed account of
From this reading Preface Perhaps not unnaturally in certain details there is a slight confusion or divergence in the various works that recount the heroic deeds of Daniel Boone.
reservedadjectiveUS /rɪˈzɜːrvd/
set aside for the use of a particular person or party
From this reading BY EVERETT T. TOMLINSON _Illustrated by_ NORMAN ROCKWELL GARDEN CITY NEW YORK DOUBLEDAY, PAGE & COMPANY _Copyright, 1914, by_ THE BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA _For Boys' Life_ _Copyright, 1914, by_ EVERETT T. TOMLINSON _All rights reserved, including that of translation into foreign languages, including the Scandinavian_
reverenceverbUS /ˈrevərəns/
regard with feelings of respect and reverence; consider hallowed or exalted or be in awe of
From this reading His courage, reverence, rugged honesty, and unselfishness, his childlike simplicity that was mixed with a certain shrewdness, at least in his dealings with the Indians, are, however, qualities in which the historians mostly agree.
plural of “right” — an abstract idea of that which is due to a person or governmental body by law or tradition or nature
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ROCKWELLnounUS /ˈrɑːkwel/
United States illustrator whose works present a sentimental idealized view of everyday life (1894-1978)
From this reading BY EVERETT T. TOMLINSON _Illustrated by_ NORMAN ROCKWELL GARDEN CITY NEW YORK DOUBLEDAY, PAGE & COMPANY _Copyright, 1914, by_ THE BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA _For Boys' Life_ _Copyright, 1914, by_ EVERETT T. TOMLINSON _All rights reserved, including that of translation into foreign languages, including the Scandinavian_
ruggedadjectiveUS /ˈrʌɡəd/
sturdy and strong in constitution or construction; enduring
From this reading His courage, reverence, rugged honesty, and unselfishness, his childlike simplicity that was mixed with a certain shrewdness, at least in his dealings with the Indians, are, however, qualities in which the historians mostly agree.
ScandinavianadjectiveUS /ˌskændɪˈneɪviən/
of or relating to Scandinavia or its peoples or cultures
From this reading BY EVERETT T. TOMLINSON _Illustrated by_ NORMAN ROCKWELL GARDEN CITY NEW YORK DOUBLEDAY, PAGE & COMPANY _Copyright, 1914, by_ THE BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA _For Boys' Life_ _Copyright, 1914, by_ EVERETT T. TOMLINSON _All rights reserved, including that of translation into foreign languages, including the Scandinavian_
SCOUTSnounUS /skaʊts/
plural of “scout” — a person employed to keep watch for some anticipated event
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shrewdnessnounUS /ˈʃruːdnəs/
intelligence manifested by being astute (as in business dealings)
From this reading His courage, reverence, rugged honesty, and unselfishness, his childlike simplicity that was mixed with a certain shrewdness, at least in his dealings with the Indians, are, however, qualities in which the historians mostly agree.
having few parts; not complex or complicated or involved
From this reading There is, however, a striking uniformity in all the records as to the simple faith and almost fatalistic conviction of Daniel Boone that he was called to be a pathfinder for the new nation in America.
simplicitynounUS /sɪmˈplɪsəti/
the quality of being simple or uncompounded
From this reading His courage, reverence, rugged honesty, and unselfishness, his childlike simplicity that was mixed with a certain shrewdness, at least in his dealings with the Indians, are, however, qualities in which the historians mostly agree.
a deliberate discourteous act (usually as an expression of anger or disapproval)
From this reading Preface Perhaps not unnaturally in certain details there is a slight confusion or divergence in the various works that recount the heroic deeds of Daniel Boone.
sensational in appearance or thrilling in effect
From this reading There is, however, a striking uniformity in all the records as to the simple faith and almost fatalistic conviction of Daniel Boone that he was called to be a pathfinder for the new nation in America.
a base found in DNA (but not in RNA) and derived from pyrimidine; pairs with adenine
From this reading BY EVERETT T. TOMLINSON _Illustrated by_ NORMAN ROCKWELL GARDEN CITY NEW YORK DOUBLEDAY, PAGE & COMPANY _Copyright, 1914, by_ THE BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA _For Boys' Life_ _Copyright, 1914, by_ EVERETT T. TOMLINSON _All rights reserved, including that of translation into foreign languages, including the Scandinavian_
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading The men of that day were making history rather than recording what they did.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
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used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
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in or at that place or location
From this reading Preface Perhaps not unnaturally in certain details there is a slight confusion or divergence in the various works that recount the heroic deeds of Daniel Boone.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading The men of that day were making history rather than recording what they did.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading There is, however, a striking uniformity in all the records as to the simple faith and almost fatalistic conviction of Daniel Boone that he was called to be a pathfinder for the new nation in America.
TOMLINSON
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translationnounUS /trænzˈleɪʃən/
a written communication in a second language having the same meaning as the written communication in a first language
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uniformitynounUS /ˌjuːnəˈfɔːrməti/
a condition in which everything is regular and unvarying
From this reading There is, however, a striking uniformity in all the records as to the simple faith and almost fatalistic conviction of Daniel Boone that he was called to be a pathfinder for the new nation in America.
unnaturallyadverbUS /ənˈnætʃərəli/
in an unnatural way
From this reading Preface Perhaps not unnaturally in certain details there is a slight confusion or divergence in the various works that recount the heroic deeds of Daniel Boone.
unselfishnessnoun
the quality of not putting yourself first but being willing to give your time or money or effort etc. for others
From this reading His courage, reverence, rugged honesty, and unselfishness, his childlike simplicity that was mixed with a certain shrewdness, at least in his dealings with the Indians, are, however, qualities in which the historians mostly agree.
of many different kinds purposefully arranged but lacking any uniformity
From this reading Preface Perhaps not unnaturally in certain details there is a slight confusion or divergence in the various works that recount the heroic deeds of Daniel Boone.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading There is, however, a striking uniformity in all the records as to the simple faith and almost fatalistic conviction of Daniel Boone that he was called to be a pathfinder for the new nation in America.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading The men of that day were making history rather than recording what they did.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading The men of that day were making history rather than recording what they did.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading His courage, reverence, rugged honesty, and unselfishness, his childlike simplicity that was mixed with a certain shrewdness, at least in his dealings with the Indians, are, however, qualities in which the historians mostly agree.
in the company of; together with
From this reading His courage, reverence, rugged honesty, and unselfishness, his childlike simplicity that was mixed with a certain shrewdness, at least in his dealings with the Indians, are, however, qualities in which the historians mostly agree.
buildings for carrying on industrial labor
From this reading Preface Perhaps not unnaturally in certain details there is a slight confusion or divergence in the various works that recount the heroic deeds of Daniel Boone.
the English royal house (a branch of the Plantagenet line) that reigned from 1461 to 1485; its emblem was a white rose
From this reading BY EVERETT T. TOMLINSON _Illustrated by_ NORMAN ROCKWELL GARDEN CITY NEW YORK DOUBLEDAY, PAGE & COMPANY _Copyright, 1914, by_ THE BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA _For Boys' Life_ _Copyright, 1914, by_ EVERETT T. TOMLINSON _All rights reserved, including that of translation into foreign languages, including the Scandinavian_
