1775
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From this reading SUGGESTIONS FOR FOURTH OF JULY As most boys probably know, the first Fourth of July celebration took place in 1775, following the signing of the Declaration of Independence in Independence Hall, Philadelphia.
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading It soon became a custom to celebrate annually this famous event, and it should be every boy's privilege to have a rollicking good time upon this day, making as much noise as he pleases.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading When the old bell rang forth the result of the meeting of the Continental Congress, citizens gathered in the streets and displayed their great joy by shouting, beating drums, and firing muskets.
annuallyadverbUS /ˈænjuːəli/
without missing a year
From this reading It soon became a custom to celebrate annually this famous event, and it should be every boy's privilege to have a rollicking good time upon this day, making as much noise as he pleases.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading SUGGESTIONS FOR FOURTH OF JULY As most boys probably know, the first Fourth of July celebration took place in 1775, following the signing of the Declaration of Independence in Independence Hall, Philadelphia.
averageadjectiveUS /ˈævərɪdʒ/
approximating the statistical norm or average or expected value
From this reading When the average boy has bought a few sky-rockets, Roman-candles, and cannon-crackers, for the Fourth, he generally finds, to his sorrow, that he has run out of pocket money.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading It soon became a custom to celebrate annually this famous event, and it should be every boy's privilege to have a rollicking good time upon this day, making as much noise as he pleases.
the act of overcoming or outdoing
From this reading When the old bell rang forth the result of the meeting of the Continental Congress, citizens gathered in the streets and displayed their great joy by shouting, beating drums, and firing muskets.
inflected form of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition
From this reading It soon became a custom to celebrate annually this famous event, and it should be every boy's privilege to have a rollicking good time upon this day, making as much noise as he pleases.
a hollow device made of metal that makes a ringing sound when struck
From this reading When the old bell rang forth the result of the meeting of the Continental Congress, citizens gathered in the streets and displayed their great joy by shouting, beating drums, and firing muskets.
inflected form of “buy” — obtain by purchase; acquire by means of a financial transaction
From this reading When the average boy has bought a few sky-rockets, Roman-candles, and cannon-crackers, for the Fourth, he generally finds, to his sorrow, that he has run out of pocket money.
a youthful male person
From this reading When the average boy has bought a few sky-rockets, Roman-candles, and cannon-crackers, for the Fourth, he generally finds, to his sorrow, that he has run out of pocket money.
boy'snounUS /bɔɪz/
possessive form of “boy” — a youthful male person
From this reading It soon became a custom to celebrate annually this famous event, and it should be every boy's privilege to have a rollicking good time upon this day, making as much noise as he pleases.
plural of “boy” — a youthful male person
From this reading SUGGESTIONS FOR FOURTH OF JULY As most boys probably know, the first Fourth of July celebration took place in 1775, following the signing of the Declaration of Independence in Independence Hall, Philadelphia.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading When the old bell rang forth the result of the meeting of the Continental Congress, citizens gathered in the streets and displayed their great joy by shouting, beating drums, and firing muskets.
cannon-crackers
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From this reading When the average boy has bought a few sky-rockets, Roman-candles, and cannon-crackers, for the Fourth, he generally finds, to his sorrow, that he has run out of pocket money.
celebrateverbUS /ˈseləbreɪt/
behave as expected during of holidays or rites
From this reading It soon became a custom to celebrate annually this famous event, and it should be every boy's privilege to have a rollicking good time upon this day, making as much noise as he pleases.
celebrationnounUS /ˌseləˈbreɪʃən/
a joyful occasion for special festivities to mark some happy event
From this reading SUGGESTIONS FOR FOURTH OF JULY As most boys probably know, the first Fourth of July celebration took place in 1775, following the signing of the Declaration of Independence in Independence Hall, Philadelphia.
citizensnounUS /ˈsɪtəzənz/
plural of “citizen” — a native or naturalized member of a state or other political community
From this reading When the old bell rang forth the result of the meeting of the Continental Congress, citizens gathered in the streets and displayed their great joy by shouting, beating drums, and firing muskets.
CongressnounUS /ˈkɑːŋɡrəs/
the legislature of the United States government
From this reading When the old bell rang forth the result of the meeting of the Continental Congress, citizens gathered in the streets and displayed their great joy by shouting, beating drums, and firing muskets.
ContinentaladjectiveUS /ˌkɑːntəˈnentəl/
of or pertaining to or typical of Europe
From this reading When the old bell rang forth the result of the meeting of the Continental Congress, citizens gathered in the streets and displayed their great joy by shouting, beating drums, and firing muskets.
accepted or habitual practice
From this reading It soon became a custom to celebrate annually this famous event, and it should be every boy's privilege to have a rollicking good time upon this day, making as much noise as he pleases.
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading It soon became a custom to celebrate annually this famous event, and it should be every boy's privilege to have a rollicking good time upon this day, making as much noise as he pleases.
DeclarationnounUS /ˌdeklərˈeɪʃən/
a statement that is emphatic and explicit (spoken or written)
From this reading SUGGESTIONS FOR FOURTH OF JULY As most boys probably know, the first Fourth of July celebration took place in 1775, following the signing of the Declaration of Independence in Independence Hall, Philadelphia.
displayedverbUS /dɪˈspleɪd/
past form of “display” — to show, make visible or apparent
From this reading When the old bell rang forth the result of the meeting of the Continental Congress, citizens gathered in the streets and displayed their great joy by shouting, beating drums, and firing muskets.
drumsnounUS /drʌmz/
plural of “drum” — a musical percussion instrument; usually consists of a hollow cylinder with a membrane stretched across each end
From this reading When the old bell rang forth the result of the meeting of the Continental Congress, citizens gathered in the streets and displayed their great joy by shouting, beating drums, and firing muskets.
something that happens at a given place and time
From this reading It soon became a custom to celebrate annually this famous event, and it should be every boy's privilege to have a rollicking good time upon this day, making as much noise as he pleases.
everydeterminerUS /ˈevəri/
all the members of a group, with none left out
From this reading It soon became a custom to celebrate annually this famous event, and it should be every boy's privilege to have a rollicking good time upon this day, making as much noise as he pleases.
to or in any or all places
From this reading The news spread very rapidly, and great rejoicing reigned everywhere.
widely known and esteemed
From this reading It soon became a custom to celebrate annually this famous event, and it should be every boy's privilege to have a rollicking good time upon this day, making as much noise as he pleases.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number
From this reading When the average boy has bought a few sky-rockets, Roman-candles, and cannon-crackers, for the Fourth, he generally finds, to his sorrow, that he has run out of pocket money.
plural of “find” — a productive insight
From this reading When the average boy has bought a few sky-rockets, Roman-candles, and cannon-crackers, for the Fourth, he generally finds, to his sorrow, that he has run out of pocket money.
firingnounUS /ˈfaɪrɪŋ/
the act of firing weapons or artillery at an enemy
From this reading When the old bell rang forth the result of the meeting of the Continental Congress, citizens gathered in the streets and displayed their great joy by shouting, beating drums, and firing muskets.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading SUGGESTIONS FOR FOURTH OF JULY As most boys probably know, the first Fourth of July celebration took place in 1775, following the signing of the Declaration of Independence in Independence Hall, Philadelphia.
about to be mentioned or specified
From this reading SUGGESTIONS FOR FOURTH OF JULY As most boys probably know, the first Fourth of July celebration took place in 1775, following the signing of the Declaration of Independence in Independence Hall, Philadelphia.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading SUGGESTIONS FOR FOURTH OF JULY As most boys probably know, the first Fourth of July celebration took place in 1775, following the signing of the Declaration of Independence in Independence Hall, Philadelphia.
from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)
From this reading When the old bell rang forth the result of the meeting of the Continental Congress, citizens gathered in the streets and displayed their great joy by shouting, beating drums, and firing muskets.
following the third position; number four in a countable series
From this reading SUGGESTIONS FOR FOURTH OF JULY As most boys probably know, the first Fourth of July celebration took place in 1775, following the signing of the Declaration of Independence in Independence Hall, Philadelphia.
brought together in one place
From this reading When the old bell rang forth the result of the meeting of the Continental Congress, citizens gathered in the streets and displayed their great joy by shouting, beating drums, and firing muskets.
usually; as a rule
From this reading When the average boy has bought a few sky-rockets, Roman-candles, and cannon-crackers, for the Fourth, he generally finds, to his sorrow, that he has run out of pocket money.
having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified
From this reading It soon became a custom to celebrate annually this famous event, and it should be every boy's privilege to have a rollicking good time upon this day, making as much noise as he pleases.
relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind
From this reading When the old bell rang forth the result of the meeting of the Continental Congress, citizens gathered in the streets and displayed their great joy by shouting, beating drums, and firing muskets.
an interior passage or corridor onto which rooms open
From this reading SUGGESTIONS FOR FOURTH OF JULY As most boys probably know, the first Fourth of July celebration took place in 1775, following the signing of the Declaration of Independence in Independence Hall, Philadelphia.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading When the average boy has bought a few sky-rockets, Roman-candles, and cannon-crackers, for the Fourth, he generally finds, to his sorrow, that he has run out of pocket money.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading It soon became a custom to celebrate annually this famous event, and it should be every boy's privilege to have a rollicking good time upon this day, making as much noise as he pleases.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading It soon became a custom to celebrate annually this famous event, and it should be every boy's privilege to have a rollicking good time upon this day, making as much noise as he pleases.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading When the average boy has bought a few sky-rockets, Roman-candles, and cannon-crackers, for the Fourth, he generally finds, to his sorrow, that he has run out of pocket money.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading SUGGESTIONS FOR FOURTH OF JULY As most boys probably know, the first Fourth of July celebration took place in 1775, following the signing of the Declaration of Independence in Independence Hall, Philadelphia.
IndependencenounUS /ˌɪndɪˈpendəns/
freedom from control or influence of another or others
From this reading SUGGESTIONS FOR FOURTH OF JULY As most boys probably know, the first Fourth of July celebration took place in 1775, following the signing of the Declaration of Independence in Independence Hall, Philadelphia.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It soon became a custom to celebrate annually this famous event, and it should be every boy's privilege to have a rollicking good time upon this day, making as much noise as he pleases.
the emotion of great happiness
From this reading When the old bell rang forth the result of the meeting of the Continental Congress, citizens gathered in the streets and displayed their great joy by shouting, beating drums, and firing muskets.
the month following June and preceding August
From this reading SUGGESTIONS FOR FOURTH OF JULY As most boys probably know, the first Fourth of July celebration took place in 1775, following the signing of the Declaration of Independence in Independence Hall, Philadelphia.
be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading SUGGESTIONS FOR FOURTH OF JULY As most boys probably know, the first Fourth of July celebration took place in 1775, following the signing of the Declaration of Independence in Independence Hall, Philadelphia.
the act that results in something coming to be
From this reading It soon became a custom to celebrate annually this famous event, and it should be every boy's privilege to have a rollicking good time upon this day, making as much noise as he pleases.
a formally arranged gathering
From this reading When the old bell rang forth the result of the meeting of the Continental Congress, citizens gathered in the streets and displayed their great joy by shouting, beating drums, and firing muskets.
the most common medium of exchange; functions as legal tender
From this reading When the average boy has bought a few sky-rockets, Roman-candles, and cannon-crackers, for the Fourth, he generally finds, to his sorrow, that he has run out of pocket money.
used to form the superlative
From this reading SUGGESTIONS FOR FOURTH OF JULY As most boys probably know, the first Fourth of July celebration took place in 1775, following the signing of the Declaration of Independence in Independence Hall, Philadelphia.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading It soon became a custom to celebrate annually this famous event, and it should be every boy's privilege to have a rollicking good time upon this day, making as much noise as he pleases.
muskets
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From this reading When the old bell rang forth the result of the meeting of the Continental Congress, citizens gathered in the streets and displayed their great joy by shouting, beating drums, and firing muskets.
information about recent and important events
From this reading The news spread very rapidly, and great rejoicing reigned everywhere.
sound of any kind (especially unintelligible or dissonant sound)
From this reading It soon became a custom to celebrate annually this famous event, and it should be every boy's privilege to have a rollicking good time upon this day, making as much noise as he pleases.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading SUGGESTIONS FOR FOURTH OF JULY As most boys probably know, the first Fourth of July celebration took place in 1775, following the signing of the Declaration of Independence in Independence Hall, Philadelphia.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading When the old bell rang forth the result of the meeting of the Continental Congress, citizens gathered in the streets and displayed their great joy by shouting, beating drums, and firing muskets.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading When the average boy has bought a few sky-rockets, Roman-candles, and cannon-crackers, for the Fourth, he generally finds, to his sorrow, that he has run out of pocket money.
PhiladelphianounUS /ˌfɪləˈdelfiə/
the largest city in Pennsylvania; located in the southeastern part of the state on the Delaware river; site of Independence Hall where the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution were signed; site of the University of Pennsylvania
From this reading SUGGESTIONS FOR FOURTH OF JULY As most boys probably know, the first Fourth of July celebration took place in 1775, following the signing of the Declaration of Independence in Independence Hall, Philadelphia.
a point located with respect to surface features of some region
From this reading SUGGESTIONS FOR FOURTH OF JULY As most boys probably know, the first Fourth of July celebration took place in 1775, following the signing of the Declaration of Independence in Independence Hall, Philadelphia.
pleasesverbUS /ˈpliːzɪz/
third-person singular of “please” — give pleasure to or be pleasing to
From this reading It soon became a custom to celebrate annually this famous event, and it should be every boy's privilege to have a rollicking good time upon this day, making as much noise as he pleases.
a small pouch inside a garment for carrying small articles
From this reading When the average boy has bought a few sky-rockets, Roman-candles, and cannon-crackers, for the Fourth, he generally finds, to his sorrow, that he has run out of pocket money.
privilegenounUS /ˈprɪvlədʒ/
a special advantage or immunity or benefit not enjoyed by all
From this reading It soon became a custom to celebrate annually this famous event, and it should be every boy's privilege to have a rollicking good time upon this day, making as much noise as he pleases.
with considerable certainty; without much doubt
From this reading SUGGESTIONS FOR FOURTH OF JULY As most boys probably know, the first Fourth of July celebration took place in 1775, following the signing of the Declaration of Independence in Independence Hall, Philadelphia.
inflected form of “ring” — sound loudly and sonorously
From this reading When the old bell rang forth the result of the meeting of the Continental Congress, citizens gathered in the streets and displayed their great joy by shouting, beating drums, and firing muskets.
with speed
From this reading The news spread very rapidly, and great rejoicing reigned everywhere.
reignedverbUS /reɪnd/
past form of “reign” — have sovereign power
From this reading The news spread very rapidly, and great rejoicing reigned everywhere.
rejoicingnounUS /rɪˈdʒɔɪsɪŋ/
a feeling of great happiness
From this reading The news spread very rapidly, and great rejoicing reigned everywhere.
a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon
From this reading When the old bell rang forth the result of the meeting of the Continental Congress, citizens gathered in the streets and displayed their great joy by shouting, beating drums, and firing muskets.
rollickingadjectiveUS /ˈrɑːlɪkɪŋ/
given to merry frolicking
From this reading It soon became a custom to celebrate annually this famous event, and it should be every boy's privilege to have a rollicking good time upon this day, making as much noise as he pleases.
Roman-candles
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From this reading When the average boy has bought a few sky-rockets, Roman-candles, and cannon-crackers, for the Fourth, he generally finds, to his sorrow, that he has run out of pocket money.
move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time
From this reading When the average boy has bought a few sky-rockets, Roman-candles, and cannon-crackers, for the Fourth, he generally finds, to his sorrow, that he has run out of pocket money.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading It soon became a custom to celebrate annually this famous event, and it should be every boy's privilege to have a rollicking good time upon this day, making as much noise as he pleases.
encouragement in the form of cheers from spectators
From this reading When the old bell rang forth the result of the meeting of the Continental Congress, citizens gathered in the streets and displayed their great joy by shouting, beating drums, and firing muskets.
signingnounUS /ˈsaɪnɪŋ/
language expressed by visible hand gestures
From this reading SUGGESTIONS FOR FOURTH OF JULY As most boys probably know, the first Fourth of July celebration took place in 1775, following the signing of the Declaration of Independence in Independence Hall, Philadelphia.
sky-rockets
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From this reading When the average boy has bought a few sky-rockets, Roman-candles, and cannon-crackers, for the Fourth, he generally finds, to his sorrow, that he has run out of pocket money.
in the near future
From this reading It soon became a custom to celebrate annually this famous event, and it should be every boy's privilege to have a rollicking good time upon this day, making as much noise as he pleases.
an emotion of great sadness associated with loss or bereavement
From this reading When the average boy has bought a few sky-rockets, Roman-candles, and cannon-crackers, for the Fourth, he generally finds, to his sorrow, that he has run out of pocket money.
distribute or disperse widely
From this reading The news spread very rapidly, and great rejoicing reigned everywhere.
plural of “street” — a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings
From this reading When the old bell rang forth the result of the meeting of the Continental Congress, citizens gathered in the streets and displayed their great joy by shouting, beating drums, and firing muskets.
SUGGESTIONSnounUS /səˈdʒestʃənz/
plural of “suggestion” — an idea that is suggested
From this reading SUGGESTIONS FOR FOURTH OF JULY As most boys probably know, the first Fourth of July celebration took place in 1775, following the signing of the Declaration of Independence in Independence Hall, Philadelphia.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading When the average boy has bought a few sky-rockets, Roman-candles, and cannon-crackers, for the Fourth, he generally finds, to his sorrow, that he has run out of pocket money.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading SUGGESTIONS FOR FOURTH OF JULY As most boys probably know, the first Fourth of July celebration took place in 1775, following the signing of the Declaration of Independence in Independence Hall, Philadelphia.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading When the old bell rang forth the result of the meeting of the Continental Congress, citizens gathered in the streets and displayed their great joy by shouting, beating drums, and firing muskets.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading It soon became a custom to celebrate annually this famous event, and it should be every boy's privilege to have a rollicking good time upon this day, making as much noise as he pleases.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading It soon became a custom to celebrate annually this famous event, and it should be every boy's privilege to have a rollicking good time upon this day, making as much noise as he pleases.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading It soon became a custom to celebrate annually this famous event, and it should be every boy's privilege to have a rollicking good time upon this day, making as much noise as he pleases.
inflected form of “take” — carry out
From this reading SUGGESTIONS FOR FOURTH OF JULY As most boys probably know, the first Fourth of July celebration took place in 1775, following the signing of the Declaration of Independence in Independence Hall, Philadelphia.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading It soon became a custom to celebrate annually this famous event, and it should be every boy's privilege to have a rollicking good time upon this day, making as much noise as he pleases.
precisely as stated
From this reading The news spread very rapidly, and great rejoicing reigned everywhere.
at the time that
From this reading When the old bell rang forth the result of the meeting of the Continental Congress, citizens gathered in the streets and displayed their great joy by shouting, beating drums, and firing muskets.
