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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 In a rude wagon Daniel Boone and Peleg carried the wounded boy back to his home.

generally approved or compelling recognition

From this reading TO THE MEETING-PLACE The judgment of Daniel Boone was accepted by all the men in the band.

(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 TO THE MEETING-PLACE The judgment of Daniel Boone was accepted by all the men in the band.

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

From this reading Swiftly and seriously the men retraced their way to Bryant's Station, where they were dismissed by Colonel Logan with the understanding that they would respond if he should call for their help in the near future.

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

From this reading Indeed there were many now who were blaming others as well as themselves for not having listened to the word of the wise old scout before they had entered into the unequal struggle with the Indians at Blue Licks.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Indeed there were many now who were blaming others as well as themselves for not having listened to the word of the wise old scout before they had entered into the unequal struggle with the Indians at Blue Licks.

in or to or toward a former location

From this reading In a rude wagon Daniel Boone and Peleg carried the wounded boy back to his home.

an unofficial association of people or groups

From this reading TO THE MEETING-PLACE The judgment of Daniel Boone was accepted by all the men in the band.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading Indeed there were many now who were blaming others as well as themselves for not having listened to the word of the wise old scout before they had entered into the unequal struggle with the Indians at Blue Licks.

-ing form of “blame” — put or pin the blame on

From this reading Indeed there were many now who were blaming others as well as themselves for not having listened to the word of the wise old scout before they had entered into the unequal struggle with the Indians at Blue Licks.

of the color intermediate between green and violet; having a color similar to that of a clear unclouded sky

From this reading Indeed there were many now who were blaming others as well as themselves for not having listened to the word of the wise old scout before they had entered into the unequal struggle with the Indians at Blue Licks.

an American pioneer and guide and explorer (1734-1820)

From this reading TO THE MEETING-PLACE The judgment of Daniel Boone was accepted by all the men in the band.

a youthful male person

From this reading In a rude wagon Daniel Boone and Peleg carried the wounded boy back to his home.

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

From this reading Swiftly and seriously the men retraced their way to Bryant's Station, where they were dismissed by Colonel Logan with the understanding that they would respond if he should call for their help in the near future.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading TO THE MEETING-PLACE The judgment of Daniel Boone was accepted by all the men in the band.

assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading Swiftly and seriously the men retraced their way to Bryant's Station, where they were dismissed by Colonel Logan with the understanding that they would respond if he should call for their help in the near future.

inflected form of “carry” — move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body

From this reading In a rude wagon Daniel Boone and Peleg carried the wounded boy back to his home.

a commissioned military officer in the United States Army or Air Force or Marines who ranks above a lieutenant colonel and below a brigadier general

From this reading Swiftly and seriously the men retraced their way to Bryant's Station, where they were dismissed by Colonel Logan with the understanding that they would respond if he should call for their help in the near future.

(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 TO THE MEETING-PLACE The judgment of Daniel Boone was accepted by all the men in the band.

having lost your job

From this reading Swiftly and seriously the men retraced their way to Bryant's Station, where they were dismissed by Colonel Logan with the understanding that they would respond if he should call for their help in the near future.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading This he fully expected to do.

past form of “enter” — to come or go into

From this reading Indeed there were many now who were blaming others as well as themselves for not having listened to the word of the wise old scout before they had entered into the unequal struggle with the Indians at Blue Licks.

considered likely or probable to happen or arrive

From this reading This he fully expected to do.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Indeed there were many now who were blaming others as well as themselves for not having listened to the word of the wise old scout before they had entered into the unequal struggle with the Indians at Blue Licks.

to the greatest degree or extent; completely or entirely; (“full” in this sense is used as a combining form)

From this reading This he fully expected to do.

yet to be or coming

From this reading Swiftly and seriously the men retraced their way to Bryant's Station, where they were dismissed by Colonel Logan with the understanding that they would respond if he should call for their help in the near future.

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

From this reading Indeed there were many now who were blaming others as well as themselves for not having listened to the word of the wise old scout before they had entered into the unequal struggle with the Indians at Blue Licks.

the -ing form of “have”

From this reading Indeed there were many now who were blaming others as well as themselves for not having listened to the word of the wise old scout before they had entered into the unequal struggle with the Indians at Blue Licks.

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

From this reading Swiftly and seriously the men retraced their way to Bryant's Station, where they were dismissed by Colonel Logan with the understanding that they would respond if he should call for their help in the near future.

give help or assistance; be of service

From this reading Swiftly and seriously the men retraced their way to Bryant's Station, where they were dismissed by Colonel Logan with the understanding that they would respond if he should call for their help in the near future.

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

From this reading In a rude wagon Daniel Boone and Peleg carried the wounded boy back to his home.

where you live at a particular time

From this reading In a rude wagon Daniel Boone and Peleg carried the wounded boy back to his home.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading Swiftly and seriously the men retraced their way to Bryant's Station, where they were dismissed by Colonel Logan with the understanding that they would respond if he should call for their help in the near future.

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

From this reading TO THE MEETING-PLACE The judgment of Daniel Boone was accepted by all the men in the band.

in truth (often tends to intensify)

From this reading Indeed there were many now who were blaming others as well as themselves for not having listened to the word of the wise old scout before they had entered into the unequal struggle with the Indians at Blue Licks.

plural of “indian” — a native or inhabitant of India

From this reading Indeed there were many now who were blaming others as well as themselves for not having listened to the word of the wise old scout before they had entered into the unequal struggle with the Indians at Blue Licks.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading Indeed there were many now who were blaming others as well as themselves for not having listened to the word of the wise old scout before they had entered into the unequal struggle with the Indians at Blue Licks.

an opinion formed by judging something

From this reading TO THE MEETING-PLACE The judgment of Daniel Boone was accepted by all the men in the band.

plural of “lick” — a salt deposit that animals regularly lick

From this reading Indeed there were many now who were blaming others as well as themselves for not having listened to the word of the wise old scout before they had entered into the unequal struggle with the Indians at Blue Licks.

past form of “listen” — hear with intention

From this reading Indeed there were many now who were blaming others as well as themselves for not having listened to the word of the wise old scout before they had entered into the unequal struggle with the Indians at Blue Licks.

a mountain peak in the St. Elias Range in the southwestern Yukon Territory in Canada (19,850 feet high)

From this reading Swiftly and seriously the men retraced their way to Bryant's Station, where they were dismissed by Colonel Logan with the understanding that they would respond if he should call for their help in the near future.

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 Indeed there were many now who were blaming others as well as themselves for not having listened to the word of the wise old scout before they had entered into the unequal struggle with the Indians at Blue Licks.

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

From this reading TO THE MEETING-PLACE The judgment of Daniel Boone was accepted by all the men in the band.

the force of workers available

From this reading TO THE MEETING-PLACE The judgment of Daniel Boone was accepted by all the men in the band.

near in time or place or relationship

From this reading Swiftly and seriously the men retraced their way to Bryant's Station, where they were dismissed by Colonel Logan with the understanding that they would respond if he should call for their help in the near future.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Indeed there were many now who were blaming others as well as themselves for not having listened to the word of the wise old scout before they had entered into the unequal struggle with the Indians at Blue Licks.

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading Indeed there were many now who were blaming others as well as themselves for not having listened to the word of the wise old scout before they had entered into the unequal struggle with the Indians at Blue Licks.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading TO THE MEETING-PLACE The judgment of Daniel Boone was accepted by all the men in the band.

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

From this reading Indeed there were many now who were blaming others as well as themselves for not having listened to the word of the wise old scout before they had entered into the unequal struggle with the Indians at Blue Licks.

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

From this reading Indeed there were many now who were blaming others as well as themselves for not having listened to the word of the wise old scout before they had entered into the unequal struggle with the Indians at Blue Licks.

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

From this reading In a rude wagon Daniel Boone and Peleg carried the wounded boy back to his home.

show a response or a reaction to something

From this reading Swiftly and seriously the men retraced their way to Bryant's Station, where they were dismissed by Colonel Logan with the understanding that they would respond if he should call for their help in the near future.

past form of “retrace” — to go back over again

From this reading Swiftly and seriously the men retraced their way to Bryant's Station, where they were dismissed by Colonel Logan with the understanding that they would respond if he should call for their help in the near future.

socially incorrect in behavior

From this reading In a rude wagon Daniel Boone and Peleg carried the wounded boy back to his home.

a person employed to keep watch for some anticipated event

From this reading Indeed there were many now who were blaming others as well as themselves for not having listened to the word of the wise old scout before they had entered into the unequal struggle with the Indians at Blue Licks.

in a serious manner

From this reading Swiftly and seriously the men retraced their way to Bryant's Station, where they were dismissed by Colonel Logan with the understanding that they would respond if he should call for their help in the near future.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading Swiftly and seriously the men retraced their way to Bryant's Station, where they were dismissed by Colonel Logan with the understanding that they would respond if he should call for their help in the near future.

a facility equipped with special equipment and personnel for a particular purpose

From this reading Swiftly and seriously the men retraced their way to Bryant's Station, where they were dismissed by Colonel Logan with the understanding that they would respond if he should call for their help in the near future.

make a strenuous or labored effort

From this reading Indeed there were many now who were blaming others as well as themselves for not having listened to the word of the wise old scout before they had entered into the unequal struggle with the Indians at Blue Licks.

in a swift manner

From this reading Swiftly and seriously the men retraced their way to Bryant's Station, where they were dismissed by Colonel Logan with the understanding that they would respond if he should call for their help in the near future.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Swiftly and seriously the men retraced their way to Bryant's Station, where they were dismissed by Colonel Logan with the understanding that they would respond if he should call for their help in the near future.

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

From this reading TO THE MEETING-PLACE The judgment of Daniel Boone was accepted by all the men in the band.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Swiftly and seriously the men retraced their way to Bryant's Station, where they were dismissed by Colonel Logan with the understanding that they would respond if he should call for their help in the near future.

used when the people doing the action are also its object

From this reading Indeed there were many now who were blaming others as well as themselves for not having listened to the word of the wise old scout before they had entered into the unequal struggle with the Indians at Blue Licks.

in or at that place or location

From this reading Indeed there were many now who were blaming others as well as themselves for not having listened to the word of the wise old scout before they had entered into the unequal struggle with the Indians at Blue Licks.

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

From this reading Indeed there were many now who were blaming others as well as themselves for not having listened to the word of the wise old scout before they had entered into the unequal struggle with the Indians at Blue Licks.

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

From this reading This he fully expected to do.

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

From this reading TO THE MEETING-PLACE The judgment of Daniel Boone was accepted by all the men in the band.

the cognitive condition of someone who understands

From this reading Swiftly and seriously the men retraced their way to Bryant's Station, where they were dismissed by Colonel Logan with the understanding that they would respond if he should call for their help in the near future.

poorly balanced or matched in quantity or value or measure

From this reading Indeed there were many now who were blaming others as well as themselves for not having listened to the word of the wise old scout before they had entered into the unequal struggle with the Indians at Blue Licks.

any of various kinds of wheeled vehicles drawn by an animal or a tractor

From this reading In a rude wagon Daniel Boone and Peleg carried the wounded boy back to his home.

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

From this reading TO THE MEETING-PLACE The judgment of Daniel Boone was accepted by all the men in the band.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading Swiftly and seriously the men retraced their way to Bryant's Station, where they were dismissed by Colonel Logan with the understanding that they would respond if he should call for their help in the near future.

(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 Indeed there were many now who were blaming others as well as themselves for not having listened to the word of the wise old scout before they had entered into the unequal struggle with the Indians at Blue Licks.

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

From this reading Indeed there were many now who were blaming others as well as themselves for not having listened to the word of the wise old scout before they had entered into the unequal struggle with the Indians at Blue Licks.

in or at the place that

From this reading Swiftly and seriously the men retraced their way to Bryant's Station, where they were dismissed by Colonel Logan with the understanding that they would respond if he should call for their help in the near future.

which person or people

From this reading Indeed there were many now who were blaming others as well as themselves for not having listened to the word of the wise old scout before they had entered into the unequal struggle with the Indians at Blue Licks.

having or prompted by wisdom or discernment

From this reading Indeed there were many now who were blaming others as well as themselves for not having listened to the word of the wise old scout before they had entered into the unequal struggle with the Indians at Blue Licks.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Indeed there were many now who were blaming others as well as themselves for not having listened to the word of the wise old scout before they had entered into the unequal struggle with the Indians at Blue Licks.

a unit of language that native speakers can identify

From this reading Indeed there were many now who were blaming others as well as themselves for not having listened to the word of the wise old scout before they had entered into the unequal struggle with the Indians at Blue Licks.

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

From this reading Swiftly and seriously the men retraced their way to Bryant's Station, where they were dismissed by Colonel Logan with the understanding that they would respond if he should call for their help in the near future.

people who are wounded

From this reading In a rude wagon Daniel Boone and Peleg carried the wounded boy back to his home.