Chapter XVII · Chapter 17

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From this reading THE CAMP OF THE POACHERS Upton had just glanced at his watch and noted that the hour was 3 A. M. Hal and Sparrer were both asleep, the long vigil having proved too much for them despite their assertions early in the evening that they couldn't sleep a wink.

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

From this reading THE CAMP OF THE POACHERS Upton had just glanced at his watch and noted that the hour was 3 A. M. Hal and Sparrer were both asleep, the long vigil having proved too much for them despite their assertions early in the evening that they couldn't sleep a wink.

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From this reading A second later the door swung open and Pat and Alec entered.

(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 It was clear that they had expected to find all the boys asleep, and were endeavoring to make as little noise as possible.

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

From this reading THE CAMP OF THE POACHERS Upton had just glanced at his watch and noted that the hour was 3 A. M. Hal and Sparrer were both asleep, the long vigil having proved too much for them despite their assertions early in the evening that they couldn't sleep a wink.

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

From this reading It was clear that they had expected to find all the boys asleep, and were endeavoring to make as little noise as possible.

in a state of sleep

From this reading THE CAMP OF THE POACHERS Upton had just glanced at his watch and noted that the hour was 3 A. M. Hal and Sparrer were both asleep, the long vigil having proved too much for them despite their assertions early in the evening that they couldn't sleep a wink.

plural of “assertion” — a declaration that is made emphatically (as if no supporting evidence were necessary)

From this reading THE CAMP OF THE POACHERS Upton had just glanced at his watch and noted that the hour was 3 A. M. Hal and Sparrer were both asleep, the long vigil having proved too much for them despite their assertions early in the evening that they couldn't sleep a wink.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading THE CAMP OF THE POACHERS Upton had just glanced at his watch and noted that the hour was 3 A. M. Hal and Sparrer were both asleep, the long vigil having proved too much for them despite their assertions early in the evening that they couldn't sleep a wink.

the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others

From this reading A slight sound outside the door caught Walter's attention.

the two together, not just one

From this reading THE CAMP OF THE POACHERS Upton had just glanced at his watch and noted that the hour was 3 A. M. Hal and Sparrer were both asleep, the long vigil having proved too much for them despite their assertions early in the evening that they couldn't sleep a wink.

plural of “boy” — a youthful male person

From this reading It was clear that they had expected to find all the boys asleep, and were endeavoring to make as little noise as possible.

temporary living quarters specially built by the army for soldiers

From this reading THE CAMP OF THE POACHERS Upton had just glanced at his watch and noted that the hour was 3 A. M. Hal and Sparrer were both asleep, the long vigil having proved too much for them despite their assertions early in the evening that they couldn't sleep a wink.

inflected form of “catch” — discover or come upon accidentally, suddenly, or unexpectedly; catch somebody doing something or in a certain state

From this reading A slight sound outside the door caught Walter's attention.

rid of obstructions

From this reading It was clear that they had expected to find all the boys asleep, and were endeavoring to make as little noise as possible.

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From this reading THE CAMP OF THE POACHERS Upton had just glanced at his watch and noted that the hour was 3 A. M. Hal and Sparrer were both asleep, the long vigil having proved too much for them despite their assertions early in the evening that they couldn't sleep a wink.

although something is true; in spite of

From this reading THE CAMP OF THE POACHERS Upton had just glanced at his watch and noted that the hour was 3 A. M. Hal and Sparrer were both asleep, the long vigil having proved too much for them despite their assertions early in the evening that they couldn't sleep a wink.

a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle

From this reading A slight sound outside the door caught Walter's attention.

at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time

From this reading THE CAMP OF THE POACHERS Upton had just glanced at his watch and noted that the hour was 3 A. M. Hal and Sparrer were both asleep, the long vigil having proved too much for them despite their assertions early in the evening that they couldn't sleep a wink.

-ing form of “endeavor” — attempt by employing effort

From this reading It was clear that they had expected to find all the boys asleep, and were endeavoring to make as little noise as possible.

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

From this reading A second later the door swung open and Pat and Alec entered.

the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)

From this reading THE CAMP OF THE POACHERS Upton had just glanced at his watch and noted that the hour was 3 A. M. Hal and Sparrer were both asleep, the long vigil having proved too much for them despite their assertions early in the evening that they couldn't sleep a wink.

considered likely or probable to happen or arrive

From this reading It was clear that they had expected to find all the boys asleep, and were endeavoring to make as little noise as possible.

plural of “face” — the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear

From this reading Walter flashed a keen look at the two faces and read there the success of the trip.

come upon, as if by accident; meet with

From this reading It was clear that they had expected to find all the boys asleep, and were endeavoring to make as little noise as possible.

past form of “flash” — gleam or glow intermittently

From this reading Walter flashed a keen look at the two faces and read there the success of the trip.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading THE CAMP OF THE POACHERS Upton had just glanced at his watch and noted that the hour was 3 A. M. Hal and Sparrer were both asleep, the long vigil having proved too much for them despite their assertions early in the evening that they couldn't sleep a wink.

past form of “glance” — throw a glance at; take a brief look at

From this reading THE CAMP OF THE POACHERS Upton had just glanced at his watch and noted that the hour was 3 A. M. Hal and Sparrer were both asleep, the long vigil having proved too much for them despite their assertions early in the evening that they couldn't sleep a wink.

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

From this reading THE CAMP OF THE POACHERS Upton had just glanced at his watch and noted that the hour was 3 A. M. Hal and Sparrer were both asleep, the long vigil having proved too much for them despite their assertions early in the evening that they couldn't sleep a wink.

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

From this reading THE CAMP OF THE POACHERS Upton had just glanced at his watch and noted that the hour was 3 A. M. Hal and Sparrer were both asleep, the long vigil having proved too much for them despite their assertions early in the evening that they couldn't sleep a wink.

the -ing form of “have”

From this reading THE CAMP OF THE POACHERS Upton had just glanced at his watch and noted that the hour was 3 A. M. Hal and Sparrer were both asleep, the long vigil having proved too much for them despite their assertions early in the evening that they couldn't sleep a wink.

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

From this reading THE CAMP OF THE POACHERS Upton had just glanced at his watch and noted that the hour was 3 A. M. Hal and Sparrer were both asleep, the long vigil having proved too much for them despite their assertions early in the evening that they couldn't sleep a wink.

a period of time equal to 1/24th of a day

From this reading THE CAMP OF THE POACHERS Upton had just glanced at his watch and noted that the hour was 3 A. M. Hal and Sparrer were both asleep, the long vigil having proved too much for them despite their assertions early in the evening that they couldn't sleep a wink.

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

From this reading THE CAMP OF THE POACHERS Upton had just glanced at his watch and noted that the hour was 3 A. M. Hal and Sparrer were both asleep, the long vigil having proved too much for them despite their assertions early in the evening that they couldn't sleep a wink.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It was clear that they had expected to find all the boys asleep, and were endeavoring to make as little noise as possible.

and nothing more

From this reading THE CAMP OF THE POACHERS Upton had just glanced at his watch and noted that the hour was 3 A. M. Hal and Sparrer were both asleep, the long vigil having proved too much for them despite their assertions early in the evening that they couldn't sleep a wink.

having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions

From this reading Walter flashed a keen look at the two faces and read there the success of the trip.

happening at a time subsequent to a reference time

From this reading A second later the door swung open and Pat and Alec entered.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading It was clear that they had expected to find all the boys asleep, and were endeavoring to make as little noise as possible.

primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified

From this reading THE CAMP OF THE POACHERS Upton had just glanced at his watch and noted that the hour was 3 A. M. Hal and Sparrer were both asleep, the long vigil having proved too much for them despite their assertions early in the evening that they couldn't sleep a wink.

perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading Walter flashed a keen look at the two faces and read there the success of the trip.

the basic unit of length adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites (approximately 1.094 yards)

From this reading THE CAMP OF THE POACHERS Upton had just glanced at his watch and noted that the hour was 3 A. M. Hal and Sparrer were both asleep, the long vigil having proved too much for them despite their assertions early in the evening that they couldn't sleep a wink.

engage in

From this reading It was clear that they had expected to find all the boys asleep, and were endeavoring to make as little noise as possible.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading THE CAMP OF THE POACHERS Upton had just glanced at his watch and noted that the hour was 3 A. M. Hal and Sparrer were both asleep, the long vigil having proved too much for them despite their assertions early in the evening that they couldn't sleep a wink.

sound of any kind (especially unintelligible or dissonant sound)

From this reading It was clear that they had expected to find all the boys asleep, and were endeavoring to make as little noise as possible.

widely known and esteemed

From this reading THE CAMP OF THE POACHERS Upton had just glanced at his watch and noted that the hour was 3 A. M. Hal and Sparrer were both asleep, the long vigil having proved too much for them despite their assertions early in the evening that they couldn't sleep a wink.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading THE CAMP OF THE POACHERS Upton had just glanced at his watch and noted that the hour was 3 A. M. Hal and Sparrer were both asleep, the long vigil having proved too much for them despite their assertions early in the evening that they couldn't sleep a wink.

To move from a closed position.

From this reading A second later the door swung open and Pat and Alec entered.

relating to or being on or near the outer side or limit

From this reading A slight sound outside the door caught Walter's attention.

pat or squeeze fondly or playfully, especially under the chin

From this reading A second later the door swung open and Pat and Alec entered.

plural of “poacher” — someone who hunts or fishes illegally on the property of another

From this reading THE CAMP OF THE POACHERS Upton had just glanced at his watch and noted that the hour was 3 A. M. Hal and Sparrer were both asleep, the long vigil having proved too much for them despite their assertions early in the evening that they couldn't sleep a wink.

capable of happening or existing

From this reading It was clear that they had expected to find all the boys asleep, and were endeavoring to make as little noise as possible.

established beyond doubt

From this reading THE CAMP OF THE POACHERS Upton had just glanced at his watch and noted that the hour was 3 A. M. Hal and Sparrer were both asleep, the long vigil having proved too much for them despite their assertions early in the evening that they couldn't sleep a wink.

interpret something that is written or printed

From this reading Walter flashed a keen look at the two faces and read there the success of the trip.

1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites

From this reading A second later the door swung open and Pat and Alec entered.

a natural and periodic state of rest during which consciousness of the world is suspended

From this reading THE CAMP OF THE POACHERS Upton had just glanced at his watch and noted that the hour was 3 A. M. Hal and Sparrer were both asleep, the long vigil having proved too much for them despite their assertions early in the evening that they couldn't sleep a wink.

a deliberate discourteous act (usually as an expression of anger or disapproval)

From this reading A slight sound outside the door caught Walter's attention.

the particular auditory effect produced by a given cause

From this reading A slight sound outside the door caught Walter's attention.

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

From this reading THE CAMP OF THE POACHERS Upton had just glanced at his watch and noted that the hour was 3 A. M. Hal and Sparrer were both asleep, the long vigil having proved too much for them despite their assertions early in the evening that they couldn't sleep a wink.

an event that accomplishes its intended purpose

From this reading Walter flashed a keen look at the two faces and read there the success of the trip.

inflected form of “swing” — move in a curve or arc, usually with the intent of hitting

From this reading A second later the door swung open and Pat and Alec entered.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading THE CAMP OF THE POACHERS Upton had just glanced at his watch and noted that the hour was 3 A. M. Hal and Sparrer were both asleep, the long vigil having proved too much for them despite their assertions early in the evening that they couldn't sleep a wink.

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

From this reading THE CAMP OF THE POACHERS Upton had just glanced at his watch and noted that the hour was 3 A. M. Hal and Sparrer were both asleep, the long vigil having proved too much for them despite their assertions early in the evening that they couldn't sleep a wink.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading THE CAMP OF THE POACHERS Upton had just glanced at his watch and noted that the hour was 3 A. M. Hal and Sparrer were both asleep, the long vigil having proved too much for them despite their assertions early in the evening that they couldn't sleep a wink.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading THE CAMP OF THE POACHERS Upton had just glanced at his watch and noted that the hour was 3 A. M. Hal and Sparrer were both asleep, the long vigil having proved too much for them despite their assertions early in the evening that they couldn't sleep a wink.

in or at that place or location

From this reading Walter flashed a keen look at the two faces and read there the success of the trip.

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

From this reading THE CAMP OF THE POACHERS Upton had just glanced at his watch and noted that the hour was 3 A. M. Hal and Sparrer were both asleep, the long vigil having proved too much for them despite their assertions early in the evening that they couldn't sleep a wink.

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

From this reading It was clear that they had expected to find all the boys asleep, and were endeavoring to make as little noise as possible.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading THE CAMP OF THE POACHERS Upton had just glanced at his watch and noted that the hour was 3 A. M. Hal and Sparrer were both asleep, the long vigil having proved too much for them despite their assertions early in the evening that they couldn't sleep a wink.

a journey for some purpose (usually including the return)

From this reading Walter flashed a keen look at the two faces and read there the success of the trip.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading Walter flashed a keen look at the two faces and read there the success of the trip.

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

From this reading THE CAMP OF THE POACHERS Upton had just glanced at his watch and noted that the hour was 3 A. M. Hal and Sparrer were both asleep, the long vigil having proved too much for them despite their assertions early in the evening that they couldn't sleep a wink.

a period of sleeplessness

From this reading THE CAMP OF THE POACHERS Upton had just glanced at his watch and noted that the hour was 3 A. M. Hal and Sparrer were both asleep, the long vigil having proved too much for them despite their assertions early in the evening that they couldn't sleep a wink.

German conductor (1876-1962)

From this reading Walter flashed a keen look at the two faces and read there the success of the trip.

possessive form of “walter” — German conductor (1876-1962)

From this reading A slight sound outside the door caught Walter's attention.

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

From this reading THE CAMP OF THE POACHERS Upton had just glanced at his watch and noted that the hour was 3 A. M. Hal and Sparrer were both asleep, the long vigil having proved too much for them despite their assertions early in the evening that they couldn't sleep a wink.

look attentively

From this reading THE CAMP OF THE POACHERS Upton had just glanced at his watch and noted that the hour was 3 A. M. Hal and Sparrer were both asleep, the long vigil having proved too much for them despite their assertions early in the evening that they couldn't sleep a wink.

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

From this reading THE CAMP OF THE POACHERS Upton had just glanced at his watch and noted that the hour was 3 A. M. Hal and Sparrer were both asleep, the long vigil having proved too much for them despite their assertions early in the evening that they couldn't sleep a wink.

signal by winking

From this reading THE CAMP OF THE POACHERS Upton had just glanced at his watch and noted that the hour was 3 A. M. Hal and Sparrer were both asleep, the long vigil having proved too much for them despite their assertions early in the evening that they couldn't sleep a wink.