used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading On the following morning, when the news was circulated through Oakvale that some of the disorderly elements had attempted to make a raid on the Ainslee jewelry establishment, great was the consternation of the good people of the town.
past form of “add” — make an addition (to); join or combine or unite with others; increase the quality, quantity, size or scope of
From this reading Then when it was added that the supposed robbery was only a part of a miserable scheme to try and bring the organization of Boy Scouts into disrepute, the indignation of the citizens knew no bounds.
Ainslee
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading On the following morning, when the news was circulated through Oakvale that some of the disorderly elements had attempted to make a raid on the Ainslee jewelry establishment, great was the consternation of the good people of the town.
(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 I am free to confess that all our efforts to arouse the citizens had been marked by little success until Hugh and his comrades took it upon themselves to start the ball rolling.”
the form of “be” used with “I”
From this reading I am free to confess that all our efforts to arouse the citizens had been marked by little success until Hugh and his comrades took it upon themselves to start the ball rolling.”
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Then when it was added that the supposed robbery was only a part of a miserable scheme to try and bring the organization of Boy Scouts into disrepute, the indignation of the citizens knew no bounds.
arouseverbUS /ərˈaʊz/
call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses)
From this reading I am free to confess that all our efforts to arouse the citizens had been marked by little success until Hugh and his comrades took it upon themselves to start the ball rolling.”
disposed or placed in a particular kind of order
From this reading “It is the culminating stroke of wickedness,” Mrs. Marsh declared as she spoke at a hurriedly arranged meeting of the best ladies in the town, “and proves that we did not commence this uplift movement a day too soon!
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading “It is the culminating stroke of wickedness,” Mrs. Marsh declared as she spoke at a hurriedly arranged meeting of the best ladies in the town, “and proves that we did not commence this uplift movement a day too soon!
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading “It is the culminating stroke of wickedness,” Mrs. Marsh declared as she spoke at a hurriedly arranged meeting of the best ladies in the town, “and proves that we did not commence this uplift movement a day too soon!
tried unsuccessfully
From this reading On the following morning, when the news was circulated through Oakvale that some of the disorderly elements had attempted to make a raid on the Ainslee jewelry establishment, great was the consternation of the good people of the town.
round object that is hit or thrown or kicked in games
From this reading I am free to confess that all our efforts to arouse the citizens had been marked by little success until Hugh and his comrades took it upon themselves to start the ball rolling.”
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading I am free to confess that all our efforts to arouse the citizens had been marked by little success until Hugh and his comrades took it upon themselves to start the ball rolling.”
the supreme effort one can make
From this reading “It is the culminating stroke of wickedness,” Mrs. Marsh declared as she spoke at a hurriedly arranged meeting of the best ladies in the town, “and proves that we did not commence this uplift movement a day too soon!
boundsnounUS /baʊndz/
the line or plane indicating the limit or extent of something
From this reading Then when it was added that the supposed robbery was only a part of a miserable scheme to try and bring the organization of Boy Scouts into disrepute, the indignation of the citizens knew no bounds.
a youthful male person
From this reading Then when it was added that the supposed robbery was only a part of a miserable scheme to try and bring the organization of Boy Scouts into disrepute, the indignation of the citizens knew no bounds.
plural of “boy” — a youthful male person
From this reading Heaven only knows what might not have happened if not for those dear boys making up their minds that conditions had to change in Oakvale.
take something or somebody with oneself somewhere
From this reading Then when it was added that the supposed robbery was only a part of a miserable scheme to try and bring the organization of Boy Scouts into disrepute, the indignation of the citizens knew no bounds.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading I am free to confess that all our efforts to arouse the citizens had been marked by little success until Hugh and his comrades took it upon themselves to start the ball rolling.”
cause to change; make different; cause a transformation
From this reading Heaven only knows what might not have happened if not for those dear boys making up their minds that conditions had to change in Oakvale.
circulatedverbUS /ˈsɜːrkjəleɪtɪd/
past form of “circulate” — become widely known and passed on
From this reading On the following morning, when the news was circulated through Oakvale that some of the disorderly elements had attempted to make a raid on the Ainslee jewelry establishment, great was the consternation of the good people of the town.
citizensnounUS /ˈsɪtəzənz/
plural of “citizen” — a native or naturalized member of a state or other political community
From this reading Then when it was added that the supposed robbery was only a part of a miserable scheme to try and bring the organization of Boy Scouts into disrepute, the indignation of the citizens knew no bounds.
commenceverbUS /kəˈmens/
take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading “It is the culminating stroke of wickedness,” Mrs. Marsh declared as she spoke at a hurriedly arranged meeting of the best ladies in the town, “and proves that we did not commence this uplift movement a day too soon!
plural of “comrade” — a friend who is frequently in the company of another
From this reading I am free to confess that all our efforts to arouse the citizens had been marked by little success until Hugh and his comrades took it upon themselves to start the ball rolling.”
the prevailing context that influences the performance or the outcome of a process
From this reading Heaven only knows what might not have happened if not for those dear boys making up their minds that conditions had to change in Oakvale.
confess to a punishable or reprehensible deed, usually under pressure
From this reading I am free to confess that all our efforts to arouse the citizens had been marked by little success until Hugh and his comrades took it upon themselves to start the ball rolling.”
consternationnounUS /ˌkɑːnstərˈneɪʃən/
fear resulting from the awareness of danger
From this reading On the following morning, when the news was circulated through Oakvale that some of the disorderly elements had attempted to make a raid on the Ainslee jewelry establishment, great was the consternation of the good people of the town.
culminatingverbUS /ˈkʌlməneɪtɪŋ/
-ing form of “culminate” — end, especially to reach a final or climactic stage
From this reading “It is the culminating stroke of wickedness,” Mrs. Marsh declared as she spoke at a hurriedly arranged meeting of the best ladies in the town, “and proves that we did not commence this uplift movement a day too soon!
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading “It is the culminating stroke of wickedness,” Mrs. Marsh declared as she spoke at a hurriedly arranged meeting of the best ladies in the town, “and proves that we did not commence this uplift movement a day too soon!
dearly loved
From this reading Heaven only knows what might not have happened if not for those dear boys making up their minds that conditions had to change in Oakvale.
made known or openly avowed
From this reading “It is the culminating stroke of wickedness,” Mrs. Marsh declared as she spoke at a hurriedly arranged meeting of the best ladies in the town, “and proves that we did not commence this uplift movement a day too soon!
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading “It is the culminating stroke of wickedness,” Mrs. Marsh declared as she spoke at a hurriedly arranged meeting of the best ladies in the town, “and proves that we did not commence this uplift movement a day too soon!
disorderlyadjectiveUS /dɪˈsɔːrdərli/
undisciplined and unruly
From this reading On the following morning, when the news was circulated through Oakvale that some of the disorderly elements had attempted to make a raid on the Ainslee jewelry establishment, great was the consternation of the good people of the town.
disreputenounUS /ˌdɪsrɪˈpjuːt/
the state of being held in low esteem
From this reading Then when it was added that the supposed robbery was only a part of a miserable scheme to try and bring the organization of Boy Scouts into disrepute, the indignation of the citizens knew no bounds.
plural of “effort” — earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something
From this reading I am free to confess that all our efforts to arouse the citizens had been marked by little success until Hugh and his comrades took it upon themselves to start the ball rolling.”
elementsnounUS /ˈeləmənts/
violent or severe weather (viewed as caused by the action of the four elements)
From this reading On the following morning, when the news was circulated through Oakvale that some of the disorderly elements had attempted to make a raid on the Ainslee jewelry establishment, great was the consternation of the good people of the town.
establishmentnounUS /ɪˈstæblɪʃmənt/
the act of forming or establishing something
From this reading On the following morning, when the news was circulated through Oakvale that some of the disorderly elements had attempted to make a raid on the Ainslee jewelry establishment, great was the consternation of the good people of the town.
about to be mentioned or specified
From this reading On the following morning, when the news was circulated through Oakvale that some of the disorderly elements had attempted to make a raid on the Ainslee jewelry establishment, great was the consternation of the good people of the town.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Heaven only knows what might not have happened if not for those dear boys making up their minds that conditions had to change in Oakvale.
grant freedom to; free from confinement
From this reading I am free to confess that all our efforts to arouse the citizens had been marked by little success until Hugh and his comrades took it upon themselves to start the ball rolling.”
having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified
From this reading On the following morning, when the news was circulated through Oakvale that some of the disorderly elements had attempted to make a raid on the Ainslee jewelry establishment, great was the consternation of the good people of the town.
relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind
From this reading On the following morning, when the news was circulated through Oakvale that some of the disorderly elements had attempted to make a raid on the Ainslee jewelry establishment, great was the consternation of the good people of the town.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading On the following morning, when the news was circulated through Oakvale that some of the disorderly elements had attempted to make a raid on the Ainslee jewelry establishment, great was the consternation of the good people of the town.
past form of “happen” — come to pass
From this reading Heaven only knows what might not have happened if not for those dear boys making up their minds that conditions had to change in Oakvale.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading Heaven only knows what might not have happened if not for those dear boys making up their minds that conditions had to change in Oakvale.
any place of complete bliss and delight and peace
From this reading Heaven only knows what might not have happened if not for those dear boys making up their minds that conditions had to change in Oakvale.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading I am free to confess that all our efforts to arouse the citizens had been marked by little success until Hugh and his comrades took it upon themselves to start the ball rolling.”
Hugh
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading I am free to confess that all our efforts to arouse the citizens had been marked by little success until Hugh and his comrades took it upon themselves to start the ball rolling.”
hurriedlyadverbUS /ˈhɜːridli/
in a hurried or hasty manner
From this reading “It is the culminating stroke of wickedness,” Mrs. Marsh declared as she spoke at a hurriedly arranged meeting of the best ladies in the town, “and proves that we did not commence this uplift movement a day too soon!
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading I am free to confess that all our efforts to arouse the citizens had been marked by little success until Hugh and his comrades took it upon themselves to start the ball rolling.”
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading Heaven only knows what might not have happened if not for those dear boys making up their minds that conditions had to change in Oakvale.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading “It is the culminating stroke of wickedness,” Mrs. Marsh declared as she spoke at a hurriedly arranged meeting of the best ladies in the town, “and proves that we did not commence this uplift movement a day too soon!
a feeling of righteous anger
From this reading Then when it was added that the supposed robbery was only a part of a miserable scheme to try and bring the organization of Boy Scouts into disrepute, the indignation of the citizens knew no bounds.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading Then when it was added that the supposed robbery was only a part of a miserable scheme to try and bring the organization of Boy Scouts into disrepute, the indignation of the citizens knew no bounds.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading “It is the culminating stroke of wickedness,” Mrs. Marsh declared as she spoke at a hurriedly arranged meeting of the best ladies in the town, “and proves that we did not commence this uplift movement a day too soon!
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Then when it was added that the supposed robbery was only a part of a miserable scheme to try and bring the organization of Boy Scouts into disrepute, the indignation of the citizens knew no bounds.
jewelrynounUS /ˈdʒuːəlri/
an adornment (as a bracelet or ring or necklace) made of precious metals and set with gems (or imitation gems)
From this reading On the following morning, when the news was circulated through Oakvale that some of the disorderly elements had attempted to make a raid on the Ainslee jewelry establishment, great was the consternation of the good people of the town.
inflected form of “know” — be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading Then when it was added that the supposed robbery was only a part of a miserable scheme to try and bring the organization of Boy Scouts into disrepute, the indignation of the citizens knew no bounds.
plural of “know” — the fact of being aware of information that is known to few people
From this reading Heaven only knows what might not have happened if not for those dear boys making up their minds that conditions had to change in Oakvale.
plural of “lady” — a polite name for any woman
From this reading “It is the culminating stroke of wickedness,” Mrs. Marsh declared as she spoke at a hurriedly arranged meeting of the best ladies in the town, “and proves that we did not commence this uplift movement a day too soon!
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading I am free to confess that all our efforts to arouse the citizens had been marked by little success until Hugh and his comrades took it upon themselves to start the ball rolling.”
engage in
From this reading On the following morning, when the news was circulated through Oakvale that some of the disorderly elements had attempted to make a raid on the Ainslee jewelry establishment, great was the consternation of the good people of the town.
the act that results in something coming to be
From this reading Heaven only knows what might not have happened if not for those dear boys making up their minds that conditions had to change in Oakvale.
strongly marked; easily noticeable
From this reading I am free to confess that all our efforts to arouse the citizens had been marked by little success until Hugh and his comrades took it upon themselves to start the ball rolling.”
MarshnounUS /mɑːrʃ/
low-lying wet land with grassy vegetation; usually is a transition zone between land and water
From this reading “It is the culminating stroke of wickedness,” Mrs. Marsh declared as she spoke at a hurriedly arranged meeting of the best ladies in the town, “and proves that we did not commence this uplift movement a day too soon!
a formally arranged gathering
From this reading “It is the culminating stroke of wickedness,” Mrs. Marsh declared as she spoke at a hurriedly arranged meeting of the best ladies in the town, “and proves that we did not commence this uplift movement a day too soon!
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading Heaven only knows what might not have happened if not for those dear boys making up their minds that conditions had to change in Oakvale.
plural of “mind” — that which is responsible for one's thoughts, feelings, and conscious brain functions; the seat of the faculty of reason
From this reading Heaven only knows what might not have happened if not for those dear boys making up their minds that conditions had to change in Oakvale.
very unhappy; full of misery
From this reading Then when it was added that the supposed robbery was only a part of a miserable scheme to try and bring the organization of Boy Scouts into disrepute, the indignation of the citizens knew no bounds.
the time period between dawn and noon
From this reading On the following morning, when the news was circulated through Oakvale that some of the disorderly elements had attempted to make a raid on the Ainslee jewelry establishment, great was the consternation of the good people of the town.
a change of position that does not entail a change of location
From this reading “It is the culminating stroke of wickedness,” Mrs. Marsh declared as she spoke at a hurriedly arranged meeting of the best ladies in the town, “and proves that we did not commence this uplift movement a day too soon!
a form of address for a married woman
From this reading “It is the culminating stroke of wickedness,” Mrs. Marsh declared as she spoke at a hurriedly arranged meeting of the best ladies in the town, “and proves that we did not commence this uplift movement a day too soon!
information about recent and important events
From this reading On the following morning, when the news was circulated through Oakvale that some of the disorderly elements had attempted to make a raid on the Ainslee jewelry establishment, great was the consternation of the good people of the town.
not any; not one
From this reading Then when it was added that the supposed robbery was only a part of a miserable scheme to try and bring the organization of Boy Scouts into disrepute, the indignation of the citizens knew no bounds.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading “It is the culminating stroke of wickedness,” Mrs. Marsh declared as she spoke at a hurriedly arranged meeting of the best ladies in the town, “and proves that we did not commence this uplift movement a day too soon!
Oakvale
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading On the following morning, when the news was circulated through Oakvale that some of the disorderly elements had attempted to make a raid on the Ainslee jewelry establishment, great was the consternation of the good people of the town.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading On the following morning, when the news was circulated through Oakvale that some of the disorderly elements had attempted to make a raid on the Ainslee jewelry establishment, great was the consternation of the good people of the town.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading On the following morning, when the news was circulated through Oakvale that some of the disorderly elements had attempted to make a raid on the Ainslee jewelry establishment, great was the consternation of the good people of the town.
and nothing more
From this reading Then when it was added that the supposed robbery was only a part of a miserable scheme to try and bring the organization of Boy Scouts into disrepute, the indignation of the citizens knew no bounds.
organizationnounUS /ˌɔːrɡənəˈzeɪʃən/
a group of people who work together
From this reading Then when it was added that the supposed robbery was only a part of a miserable scheme to try and bring the organization of Boy Scouts into disrepute, the indignation of the citizens knew no bounds.
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading I am free to confess that all our efforts to arouse the citizens had been marked by little success until Hugh and his comrades took it upon themselves to start the ball rolling.”
something determined in relation to something that includes it
From this reading Then when it was added that the supposed robbery was only a part of a miserable scheme to try and bring the organization of Boy Scouts into disrepute, the indignation of the citizens knew no bounds.
(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively
From this reading On the following morning, when the news was circulated through Oakvale that some of the disorderly elements had attempted to make a raid on the Ainslee jewelry establishment, great was the consternation of the good people of the town.
provesverbUS /pruːvz/
third-person singular of “prove” — be shown or be found to be
From this reading “It is the culminating stroke of wickedness,” Mrs. Marsh declared as she spoke at a hurriedly arranged meeting of the best ladies in the town, “and proves that we did not commence this uplift movement a day too soon!
raidverbUS /reɪd/
search without warning, make a sudden surprise attack on
From this reading On the following morning, when the news was circulated through Oakvale that some of the disorderly elements had attempted to make a raid on the Ainslee jewelry establishment, great was the consternation of the good people of the town.
robberynounUS /ˈrɑːbəri/
larceny by threat of violence
From this reading Then when it was added that the supposed robbery was only a part of a miserable scheme to try and bring the organization of Boy Scouts into disrepute, the indignation of the citizens knew no bounds.
uttered with a trill
From this reading I am free to confess that all our efforts to arouse the citizens had been marked by little success until Hugh and his comrades took it upon themselves to start the ball rolling.”
an elaborate and systematic plan of action
From this reading Then when it was added that the supposed robbery was only a part of a miserable scheme to try and bring the organization of Boy Scouts into disrepute, the indignation of the citizens knew no bounds.
ScoutsnounUS /skaʊts/
plural of “scout” — a person employed to keep watch for some anticipated event
From this reading Then when it was added that the supposed robbery was only a part of a miserable scheme to try and bring the organization of Boy Scouts into disrepute, the indignation of the citizens knew no bounds.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading “It is the culminating stroke of wickedness,” Mrs. Marsh declared as she spoke at a hurriedly arranged meeting of the best ladies in the town, “and proves that we did not commence this uplift movement a day too soon!
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading On the following morning, when the news was circulated through Oakvale that some of the disorderly elements had attempted to make a raid on the Ainslee jewelry establishment, great was the consternation of the good people of the town.
in the near future
From this reading “It is the culminating stroke of wickedness,” Mrs. Marsh declared as she spoke at a hurriedly arranged meeting of the best ladies in the town, “and proves that we did not commence this uplift movement a day too soon!
support consisting of a radial member of a wheel joining the hub to the rim
From this reading “It is the culminating stroke of wickedness,” Mrs. Marsh declared as she spoke at a hurriedly arranged meeting of the best ladies in the town, “and proves that we did not commence this uplift movement a day too soon!
take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading I am free to confess that all our efforts to arouse the citizens had been marked by little success until Hugh and his comrades took it upon themselves to start the ball rolling.”
(sports) the act of swinging or striking at a ball with a club or racket or bat or cue or hand
From this reading “It is the culminating stroke of wickedness,” Mrs. Marsh declared as she spoke at a hurriedly arranged meeting of the best ladies in the town, “and proves that we did not commence this uplift movement a day too soon!
an event that accomplishes its intended purpose
From this reading I am free to confess that all our efforts to arouse the citizens had been marked by little success until Hugh and his comrades took it upon themselves to start the ball rolling.”
required or under orders
From this reading Then when it was added that the supposed robbery was only a part of a miserable scheme to try and bring the organization of Boy Scouts into disrepute, the indignation of the citizens knew no bounds.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading On the following morning, when the news was circulated through Oakvale that some of the disorderly elements had attempted to make a raid on the Ainslee jewelry establishment, great was the consternation of the good people of the town.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading On the following morning, when the news was circulated through Oakvale that some of the disorderly elements had attempted to make a raid on the Ainslee jewelry establishment, great was the consternation of the good people of the town.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading Heaven only knows what might not have happened if not for those dear boys making up their minds that conditions had to change in Oakvale.
used when the people doing the action are also its object
From this reading I am free to confess that all our efforts to arouse the citizens had been marked by little success until Hugh and his comrades took it upon themselves to start the ball rolling.”
subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)
From this reading Then when it was added that the supposed robbery was only a part of a miserable scheme to try and bring the organization of Boy Scouts into disrepute, the indignation of the citizens knew no bounds.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading “It is the culminating stroke of wickedness,” Mrs. Marsh declared as she spoke at a hurriedly arranged meeting of the best ladies in the town, “and proves that we did not commence this uplift movement a day too soon!
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading Heaven only knows what might not have happened if not for those dear boys making up their minds that conditions had to change in Oakvale.
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading On the following morning, when the news was circulated through Oakvale that some of the disorderly elements had attempted to make a raid on the Ainslee jewelry establishment, great was the consternation of the good people of the town.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading On the following morning, when the news was circulated through Oakvale that some of the disorderly elements had attempted to make a raid on the Ainslee jewelry establishment, great was the consternation of the good people of the town.
to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits
From this reading “It is the culminating stroke of wickedness,” Mrs. Marsh declared as she spoke at a hurriedly arranged meeting of the best ladies in the town, “and proves that we did not commence this uplift movement a day too soon!
inflected form of “take” — carry out
From this reading I am free to confess that all our efforts to arouse the citizens had been marked by little success until Hugh and his comrades took it upon themselves to start the ball rolling.”
an urban area with a fixed boundary that is smaller than a city
From this reading On the following morning, when the news was circulated through Oakvale that some of the disorderly elements had attempted to make a raid on the Ainslee jewelry establishment, great was the consternation of the good people of the town.
make an effort or attempt
From this reading Then when it was added that the supposed robbery was only a part of a miserable scheme to try and bring the organization of Boy Scouts into disrepute, the indignation of the citizens knew no bounds.
untilprepositionUS /ənˈtɪl/
up to a particular time
From this reading I am free to confess that all our efforts to arouse the citizens had been marked by little success until Hugh and his comrades took it upon themselves to start the ball rolling.”
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading Heaven only knows what might not have happened if not for those dear boys making up their minds that conditions had to change in Oakvale.
upliftverbUS /ˈʌplɪft/
fill with high spirits; fill with optimism
From this reading “It is the culminating stroke of wickedness,” Mrs. Marsh declared as she spoke at a hurriedly arranged meeting of the best ladies in the town, “and proves that we did not commence this uplift movement a day too soon!
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading I am free to confess that all our efforts to arouse the citizens had been marked by little success until Hugh and his comrades took it upon themselves to start the ball rolling.”
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading On the following morning, when the news was circulated through Oakvale that some of the disorderly elements had attempted to make a raid on the Ainslee jewelry establishment, great was the consternation of the good people of the town.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading “It is the culminating stroke of wickedness,” Mrs. Marsh declared as she spoke at a hurriedly arranged meeting of the best ladies in the town, “and proves that we did not commence this uplift movement a day too soon!
used to ask for information about something
From this reading Heaven only knows what might not have happened if not for those dear boys making up their minds that conditions had to change in Oakvale.
at the time that
From this reading On the following morning, when the news was circulated through Oakvale that some of the disorderly elements had attempted to make a raid on the Ainslee jewelry establishment, great was the consternation of the good people of the town.
wickednessnounUS /ˈwɪkədnəs/
morally objectionable behavior
From this reading “It is the culminating stroke of wickedness,” Mrs. Marsh declared as she spoke at a hurriedly arranged meeting of the best ladies in the town, “and proves that we did not commence this uplift movement a day too soon!
