Chapter II

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

From this reading WHAT A REPORTER SAW IN THE DARK Stewart, the reporter who had been working in the American Aeroplane Company’s plant for several days and who had telephoned the tip on the first flight of the wonderful new machine, reached the _Herald_ office a few minutes ahead of his schedule.

an aircraft that has a fixed wing and is powered by propellers or jets

From this reading WHAT A REPORTER SAW IN THE DARK Stewart, the reporter who had been working in the American Aeroplane Company’s plant for several days and who had telephoned the tip on the first flight of the wonderful new machine, reached the _Herald_ office a few minutes ahead of his schedule.

at or in the front

From this reading WHAT A REPORTER SAW IN THE DARK Stewart, the reporter who had been working in the American Aeroplane Company’s plant for several days and who had telephoned the tip on the first flight of the wonderful new machine, reached the _Herald_ office a few minutes ahead of his schedule.

prior to a specified or implied time

From this reading As he hurried to Mr. Latimer’s desk he drew from his pocket a wad of copy—a part of his story already prepared.

at all times; all the time and on every occasion

From this reading The night city editor looked at the clock—he seemed always watching the clock.

a native or inhabitant of the United States

From this reading WHAT A REPORTER SAW IN THE DARK Stewart, the reporter who had been working in the American Aeroplane Company’s plant for several days and who had telephoned the tip on the first flight of the wonderful new machine, reached the _Herald_ office a few minutes ahead of his schedule.

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

From this reading WHAT A REPORTER SAW IN THE DARK Stewart, the reporter who had been working in the American Aeroplane Company’s plant for several days and who had telephoned the tip on the first flight of the wonderful new machine, reached the _Herald_ office a few minutes ahead of his schedule.

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

From this reading As he hurried to Mr. Latimer’s desk he drew from his pocket a wad of copy—a part of his story already prepared.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading The night city editor looked at the clock—he seemed always watching the clock.

in or to or toward a former location

From this reading “Twelve ten,” Mr. Latimer began without question or comment and waving back the proffered manuscript.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading WHAT A REPORTER SAW IN THE DARK Stewart, the reporter who had been working in the American Aeroplane Company’s plant for several days and who had telephoned the tip on the first flight of the wonderful new machine, reached the _Herald_ office a few minutes ahead of his schedule.

inflected form of “begin” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading “Twelve ten,” Mr. Latimer began without question or comment and waving back the proffered manuscript.

a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts

From this reading The night city editor looked at the clock—he seemed always watching the clock.

a timepiece that shows the time of day

From this reading The night city editor looked at the clock—he seemed always watching the clock.

a statement that expresses a personal opinion or belief or adds information

From this reading “Twelve ten,” Mr. Latimer began without question or comment and waving back the proffered manuscript.

possessive form of “company” — an institution created to conduct business

From this reading WHAT A REPORTER SAW IN THE DARK Stewart, the reporter who had been working in the American Aeroplane Company’s plant for several days and who had telephoned the tip on the first flight of the wonderful new machine, reached the _Herald_ office a few minutes ahead of his schedule.

a reproduction of a written record (e.g. of a legal or school record)

From this reading As he hurried to Mr. Latimer’s desk he drew from his pocket a wad of copy—a part of his story already prepared.

absence of light or illumination

From this reading WHAT A REPORTER SAW IN THE DARK Stewart, the reporter who had been working in the American Aeroplane Company’s plant for several days and who had telephoned the tip on the first flight of the wonderful new machine, reached the _Herald_ office a few minutes ahead of his schedule.

the time during which someone's life continues

From this reading WHAT A REPORTER SAW IN THE DARK Stewart, the reporter who had been working in the American Aeroplane Company’s plant for several days and who had telephoned the tip on the first flight of the wonderful new machine, reached the _Herald_ office a few minutes ahead of his schedule.

a piece of furniture with a writing surface and usually drawers or other compartments

From this reading As he hurried to Mr. Latimer’s desk he drew from his pocket a wad of copy—a part of his story already prepared.

United States actor (born in Ireland); father of Georgiana Emma Barrymore (1827-1862)

From this reading As he hurried to Mr. Latimer’s desk he drew from his pocket a wad of copy—a part of his story already prepared.

a person responsible for the editorial aspects of publication; the person who determines the final content of a text (especially of a newspaper or magazine)

From this reading The night city editor looked at the clock—he seemed always watching the clock.

(of persons) excessively affected by emotion

From this reading He was hot and excited.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number

From this reading WHAT A REPORTER SAW IN THE DARK Stewart, the reporter who had been working in the American Aeroplane Company’s plant for several days and who had telephoned the tip on the first flight of the wonderful new machine, reached the _Herald_ office a few minutes ahead of his schedule.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading WHAT A REPORTER SAW IN THE DARK Stewart, the reporter who had been working in the American Aeroplane Company’s plant for several days and who had telephoned the tip on the first flight of the wonderful new machine, reached the _Herald_ office a few minutes ahead of his schedule.

a formation of aircraft in flight

From this reading WHAT A REPORTER SAW IN THE DARK Stewart, the reporter who had been working in the American Aeroplane Company’s plant for several days and who had telephoned the tip on the first flight of the wonderful new machine, reached the _Herald_ office a few minutes ahead of his schedule.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading WHAT A REPORTER SAW IN THE DARK Stewart, the reporter who had been working in the American Aeroplane Company’s plant for several days and who had telephoned the tip on the first flight of the wonderful new machine, reached the _Herald_ office a few minutes ahead of his schedule.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading As he hurried to Mr. Latimer’s desk he drew from his pocket a wad of copy—a part of his story already prepared.

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

From this reading WHAT A REPORTER SAW IN THE DARK Stewart, the reporter who had been working in the American Aeroplane Company’s plant for several days and who had telephoned the tip on the first flight of the wonderful new machine, reached the _Herald_ office a few minutes ahead of his schedule.

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

From this reading He was hot and excited.

foreshadow or presage

From this reading WHAT A REPORTER SAW IN THE DARK Stewart, the reporter who had been working in the American Aeroplane Company’s plant for several days and who had telephoned the tip on the first flight of the wonderful new machine, reached the _Herald_ office a few minutes ahead of his schedule.

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

From this reading WHAT A REPORTER SAW IN THE DARK Stewart, the reporter who had been working in the American Aeroplane Company’s plant for several days and who had telephoned the tip on the first flight of the wonderful new machine, reached the _Herald_ office a few minutes ahead of his schedule.

used of physical heat; having a high or higher than desirable temperature or giving off heat or feeling or causing a sensation of heat or burning

From this reading He was hot and excited.

moving rapidly or performed quickly or in great haste

From this reading As he hurried to Mr. Latimer’s desk he drew from his pocket a wad of copy—a part of his story already prepared.

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

From this reading WHAT A REPORTER SAW IN THE DARK Stewart, the reporter who had been working in the American Aeroplane Company’s plant for several days and who had telephoned the tip on the first flight of the wonderful new machine, reached the _Herald_ office a few minutes ahead of his schedule.

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

From this reading “Twelve ten,” Mr. Latimer began without question or comment and waving back the proffered manuscript.

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

From this reading As he hurried to Mr. Latimer’s desk he drew from his pocket a wad of copy—a part of his story already prepared.

past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading The night city editor looked at the clock—he seemed always watching the clock.

any mechanical or electrical device that transmits or modifies energy to perform or assist in the performance of human tasks

From this reading WHAT A REPORTER SAW IN THE DARK Stewart, the reporter who had been working in the American Aeroplane Company’s plant for several days and who had telephoned the tip on the first flight of the wonderful new machine, reached the _Herald_ office a few minutes ahead of his schedule.

A book, document, or piece of music written by hand rather than typed or printed.

From this reading “Twelve ten,” Mr. Latimer began without question or comment and waving back the proffered manuscript.

a written account of what transpired at a meeting

From this reading WHAT A REPORTER SAW IN THE DARK Stewart, the reporter who had been working in the American Aeroplane Company’s plant for several days and who had telephoned the tip on the first flight of the wonderful new machine, reached the _Herald_ office a few minutes ahead of his schedule.

a form of address for a man

From this reading As he hurried to Mr. Latimer’s desk he drew from his pocket a wad of copy—a part of his story already prepared.

not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered

From this reading WHAT A REPORTER SAW IN THE DARK Stewart, the reporter who had been working in the American Aeroplane Company’s plant for several days and who had telephoned the tip on the first flight of the wonderful new machine, reached the _Herald_ office a few minutes ahead of his schedule.

the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside

From this reading The night city editor looked at the clock—he seemed always watching the clock.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading WHAT A REPORTER SAW IN THE DARK Stewart, the reporter who had been working in the American Aeroplane Company’s plant for several days and who had telephoned the tip on the first flight of the wonderful new machine, reached the _Herald_ office a few minutes ahead of his schedule.

place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed

From this reading WHAT A REPORTER SAW IN THE DARK Stewart, the reporter who had been working in the American Aeroplane Company’s plant for several days and who had telephoned the tip on the first flight of the wonderful new machine, reached the _Herald_ office a few minutes ahead of his schedule.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading WHAT A REPORTER SAW IN THE DARK Stewart, the reporter who had been working in the American Aeroplane Company’s plant for several days and who had telephoned the tip on the first flight of the wonderful new machine, reached the _Herald_ office a few minutes ahead of his schedule.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading “Twelve ten,” Mr. Latimer began without question or comment and waving back the proffered manuscript.

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading As he hurried to Mr. Latimer’s desk he drew from his pocket a wad of copy—a part of his story already prepared.

put or set (seeds, seedlings, or plants) into the ground

From this reading WHAT A REPORTER SAW IN THE DARK Stewart, the reporter who had been working in the American Aeroplane Company’s plant for several days and who had telephoned the tip on the first flight of the wonderful new machine, reached the _Herald_ office a few minutes ahead of his schedule.

a small pouch inside a garment for carrying small articles

From this reading As he hurried to Mr. Latimer’s desk he drew from his pocket a wad of copy—a part of his story already prepared.

made ready or fit or suitable beforehand

From this reading As he hurried to Mr. Latimer’s desk he drew from his pocket a wad of copy—a part of his story already prepared.

past form of “proffer” — present for acceptance or rejection

From this reading “Twelve ten,” Mr. Latimer began without question or comment and waving back the proffered manuscript.

challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of

From this reading “Twelve ten,” Mr. Latimer began without question or comment and waving back the proffered manuscript.

past form of “reach” — reach a destination, either real or abstract

From this reading WHAT A REPORTER SAW IN THE DARK Stewart, the reporter who had been working in the American Aeroplane Company’s plant for several days and who had telephoned the tip on the first flight of the wonderful new machine, reached the _Herald_ office a few minutes ahead of his schedule.

a person who investigates and reports or edits news stories

From this reading WHAT A REPORTER SAW IN THE DARK Stewart, the reporter who had been working in the American Aeroplane Company’s plant for several days and who had telephoned the tip on the first flight of the wonderful new machine, reached the _Herald_ office a few minutes ahead of his schedule.

cut with a saw

From this reading WHAT A REPORTER SAW IN THE DARK Stewart, the reporter who had been working in the American Aeroplane Company’s plant for several days and who had telephoned the tip on the first flight of the wonderful new machine, reached the _Herald_ office a few minutes ahead of his schedule.

a temporally organized plan for matters to be attended to

From this reading WHAT A REPORTER SAW IN THE DARK Stewart, the reporter who had been working in the American Aeroplane Company’s plant for several days and who had telephoned the tip on the first flight of the wonderful new machine, reached the _Herald_ office a few minutes ahead of his schedule.

past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading The night city editor looked at the clock—he seemed always watching the clock.

(used with count nouns) of an indefinite number more than 2 or 3 but not many

From this reading WHAT A REPORTER SAW IN THE DARK Stewart, the reporter who had been working in the American Aeroplane Company’s plant for several days and who had telephoned the tip on the first flight of the wonderful new machine, reached the _Herald_ office a few minutes ahead of his schedule.

United States film actor who portrayed incorruptible but modest heros (1908-1997)

From this reading WHAT A REPORTER SAW IN THE DARK Stewart, the reporter who had been working in the American Aeroplane Company’s plant for several days and who had telephoned the tip on the first flight of the wonderful new machine, reached the _Herald_ office a few minutes ahead of his schedule.

a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program

From this reading As he hurried to Mr. Latimer’s desk he drew from his pocket a wad of copy—a part of his story already prepared.

past form of “telephone” — get or try to get into communication (with someone) by telephone

From this reading WHAT A REPORTER SAW IN THE DARK Stewart, the reporter who had been working in the American Aeroplane Company’s plant for several days and who had telephoned the tip on the first flight of the wonderful new machine, reached the _Herald_ office a few minutes ahead of his schedule.

the cardinal number that is the sum of nine and one; the base of the decimal system

From this reading “Twelve ten,” Mr. Latimer began without question or comment and waving back the proffered manuscript.

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

From this reading WHAT A REPORTER SAW IN THE DARK Stewart, the reporter who had been working in the American Aeroplane Company’s plant for several days and who had telephoned the tip on the first flight of the wonderful new machine, reached the _Herald_ office a few minutes ahead of his schedule.

the extreme end of something; especially something pointed

From this reading WHAT A REPORTER SAW IN THE DARK Stewart, the reporter who had been working in the American Aeroplane Company’s plant for several days and who had telephoned the tip on the first flight of the wonderful new machine, reached the _Herald_ office a few minutes ahead of his schedule.

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

From this reading As he hurried to Mr. Latimer’s desk he drew from his pocket a wad of copy—a part of his story already prepared.

the cardinal number that is the sum of eleven and one

From this reading “Twelve ten,” Mr. Latimer began without question or comment and waving back the proffered manuscript.

compress into a wad

From this reading As he hurried to Mr. Latimer’s desk he drew from his pocket a wad of copy—a part of his story already prepared.

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

From this reading He was hot and excited.

the act of observing; taking a patient look

From this reading The night city editor looked at the clock—he seemed always watching the clock.

the act of signaling by a movement of the hand

From this reading “Twelve ten,” Mr. Latimer began without question or comment and waving back the proffered manuscript.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading WHAT A REPORTER SAW IN THE DARK Stewart, the reporter who had been working in the American Aeroplane Company’s plant for several days and who had telephoned the tip on the first flight of the wonderful new machine, reached the _Herald_ office a few minutes ahead of his schedule.

which person or people

From this reading WHAT A REPORTER SAW IN THE DARK Stewart, the reporter who had been working in the American Aeroplane Company’s plant for several days and who had telephoned the tip on the first flight of the wonderful new machine, reached the _Herald_ office a few minutes ahead of his schedule.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading “Twelve ten,” Mr. Latimer began without question or comment and waving back the proffered manuscript.

extraordinarily good or great; used especially as intensifiers

From this reading WHAT A REPORTER SAW IN THE DARK Stewart, the reporter who had been working in the American Aeroplane Company’s plant for several days and who had telephoned the tip on the first flight of the wonderful new machine, reached the _Herald_ office a few minutes ahead of his schedule.

actively engaged in paid work

From this reading WHAT A REPORTER SAW IN THE DARK Stewart, the reporter who had been working in the American Aeroplane Company’s plant for several days and who had telephoned the tip on the first flight of the wonderful new machine, reached the _Herald_ office a few minutes ahead of his schedule.