used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading THE SAFEST WAY OF "SHOOTING" A GRIZZLY.
accomplishverbUS /əˈkɑːmplɪʃ/
put in effect
From this reading They had started out, filled with a determination to accomplish something, even if it took a couple of days.
ambitiousadjectiveUS /æmˈbɪʃəs/
having a strong desire for success or achievement
From this reading Meanwhile, how fared the ambitious big-horn hunters?
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The distances were so great, and the mountain climbing of such a stupendous character, that they might have to put in the better part of several days reaching the feeding grounds of the animals, and getting the coveted chance for a shot or two.
plural of “animal” — a living organism characterized by voluntary movement
From this reading The distances were so great, and the mountain climbing of such a stupendous character, that they might have to put in the better part of several days reaching the feeding grounds of the animals, and getting the coveted chance for a shot or two.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Indeed, the guide had said to Thad before leaving that none of them need worry if the party failed to show up at nightfall.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading Indeed, the guide had said to Thad before leaving that none of them need worry if the party failed to show up at nightfall.
(comparative of “good”) superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability; more highly skilled than another
From this reading The distances were so great, and the mountain climbing of such a stupendous character, that they might have to put in the better part of several days reaching the feeding grounds of the animals, and getting the coveted chance for a shot or two.
big-horn
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From this reading Meanwhile, how fared the ambitious big-horn hunters?
a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances
From this reading The distances were so great, and the mountain climbing of such a stupendous character, that they might have to put in the better part of several days reaching the feeding grounds of the animals, and getting the coveted chance for a shot or two.
an imaginary person represented in a work of fiction (play or film or story)
From this reading The distances were so great, and the mountain climbing of such a stupendous character, that they might have to put in the better part of several days reaching the feeding grounds of the animals, and getting the coveted chance for a shot or two.
climbingnounUS /ˈklaɪmɪŋ/
an event that involves rising to a higher point (as in altitude or temperature or intensity etc.)
From this reading The distances were so great, and the mountain climbing of such a stupendous character, that they might have to put in the better part of several days reaching the feeding grounds of the animals, and getting the coveted chance for a shot or two.
a pair who associate with one another
From this reading They had started out, filled with a determination to accomplish something, even if it took a couple of days.
covetedadjectiveUS /ˈkʌvətɪd/
greatly desired
From this reading The distances were so great, and the mountain climbing of such a stupendous character, that they might have to put in the better part of several days reaching the feeding grounds of the animals, and getting the coveted chance for a shot or two.
the time during which someone's life continues
From this reading They had started out, filled with a determination to accomplish something, even if it took a couple of days.
determinationnounUS /dɪˌtɜːrməˈneɪʃən/
the act of determining the properties of something, usually by research or calculation
From this reading They had started out, filled with a determination to accomplish something, even if it took a couple of days.
distancesnounUS /ˈdɪstənsəz/
plural of “distance” — the property created by the space between two objects or points
From this reading The distances were so great, and the mountain climbing of such a stupendous character, that they might have to put in the better part of several days reaching the feeding grounds of the animals, and getting the coveted chance for a shot or two.
divisible by two
From this reading They had started out, filled with a determination to accomplish something, even if it took a couple of days.
past form of “fail” — fail to do something; leave something undone
From this reading Indeed, the guide had said to Thad before leaving that none of them need worry if the party failed to show up at nightfall.
faredverbUS /ferd/
past form of “fare” — proceed or get along
From this reading Meanwhile, how fared the ambitious big-horn hunters?
feedingnounUS /ˈfiːdɪŋ/
the act of consuming food
From this reading The distances were so great, and the mountain climbing of such a stupendous character, that they might have to put in the better part of several days reaching the feeding grounds of the animals, and getting the coveted chance for a shot or two.
(usually followed by “with” or used as a combining form) generously supplied with
From this reading They had started out, filled with a determination to accomplish something, even if it took a couple of days.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading The distances were so great, and the mountain climbing of such a stupendous character, that they might have to put in the better part of several days reaching the feeding grounds of the animals, and getting the coveted chance for a shot or two.
the act of acquiring something
From this reading The distances were so great, and the mountain climbing of such a stupendous character, that they might have to put in the better part of several days reaching the feeding grounds of the animals, and getting the coveted chance for a shot or two.
relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind
From this reading The distances were so great, and the mountain climbing of such a stupendous character, that they might have to put in the better part of several days reaching the feeding grounds of the animals, and getting the coveted chance for a shot or two.
GRIZZLYnounUS /ˈɡrɪzli/
powerful brownish-yellow bear of the uplands of western North America
From this reading THE SAFEST WAY OF "SHOOTING" A GRIZZLY.
groundsnounUS /ɡraʊndz/
your basis for belief or disbelief; knowledge on which to base belief
From this reading The distances were so great, and the mountain climbing of such a stupendous character, that they might have to put in the better part of several days reaching the feeding grounds of the animals, and getting the coveted chance for a shot or two.
someone employed to conduct others
From this reading Indeed, the guide had said to Thad before leaving that none of them need worry if the party failed to show up at nightfall.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading They had started out, filled with a determination to accomplish something, even if it took a couple of days.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading The distances were so great, and the mountain climbing of such a stupendous character, that they might have to put in the better part of several days reaching the feeding grounds of the animals, and getting the coveted chance for a shot or two.
how
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From this reading Meanwhile, how fared the ambitious big-horn hunters?
huntersnounUS /ˈhʌntərz/
plural of “hunter” — someone who hunts game
From this reading Meanwhile, how fared the ambitious big-horn hunters?
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading They had started out, filled with a determination to accomplish something, even if it took a couple of days.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading The distances were so great, and the mountain climbing of such a stupendous character, that they might have to put in the better part of several days reaching the feeding grounds of the animals, and getting the coveted chance for a shot or two.
in truth (often tends to intensify)
From this reading Indeed, the guide had said to Thad before leaving that none of them need worry if the party failed to show up at nightfall.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading They had started out, filled with a determination to accomplish something, even if it took a couple of days.
the act of departing
From this reading Indeed, the guide had said to Thad before leaving that none of them need worry if the party failed to show up at nightfall.
at the same time but in another place
From this reading Meanwhile, how fared the ambitious big-horn hunters?
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading The distances were so great, and the mountain climbing of such a stupendous character, that they might have to put in the better part of several days reaching the feeding grounds of the animals, and getting the coveted chance for a shot or two.
a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill
From this reading The distances were so great, and the mountain climbing of such a stupendous character, that they might have to put in the better part of several days reaching the feeding grounds of the animals, and getting the coveted chance for a shot or two.
a condition requiring relief
From this reading Indeed, the guide had said to Thad before leaving that none of them need worry if the party failed to show up at nightfall.
nightfallnounUS /ˈnaɪtfɔːl/
the time of day immediately following sunset
From this reading Indeed, the guide had said to Thad before leaving that none of them need worry if the party failed to show up at nightfall.
not one, and not any
From this reading Indeed, the guide had said to Thad before leaving that none of them need worry if the party failed to show up at nightfall.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading THE SAFEST WAY OF "SHOOTING" A GRIZZLY.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading The distances were so great, and the mountain climbing of such a stupendous character, that they might have to put in the better part of several days reaching the feeding grounds of the animals, and getting the coveted chance for a shot or two.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading They had started out, filled with a determination to accomplish something, even if it took a couple of days.
something determined in relation to something that includes it
From this reading The distances were so great, and the mountain climbing of such a stupendous character, that they might have to put in the better part of several days reaching the feeding grounds of the animals, and getting the coveted chance for a shot or two.
an organization to gain political power
From this reading Indeed, the guide had said to Thad before leaving that none of them need worry if the party failed to show up at nightfall.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading The distances were so great, and the mountain climbing of such a stupendous character, that they might have to put in the better part of several days reaching the feeding grounds of the animals, and getting the coveted chance for a shot or two.
the act of physically reaching or thrusting out
From this reading The distances were so great, and the mountain climbing of such a stupendous character, that they might have to put in the better part of several days reaching the feeding grounds of the animals, and getting the coveted chance for a shot or two.
SAFESTadjectiveUS /ˈseɪfəst/
superlative of “safe” — free from danger or the risk of harm
From this reading THE SAFEST WAY OF "SHOOTING" A GRIZZLY.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading Indeed, the guide had said to Thad before leaving that none of them need worry if the party failed to show up at nightfall.
(used with count nouns) of an indefinite number more than 2 or 3 but not many
From this reading The distances were so great, and the mountain climbing of such a stupendous character, that they might have to put in the better part of several days reaching the feeding grounds of the animals, and getting the coveted chance for a shot or two.
SHOOTINGnounUS /ˈʃuːtɪŋ/
the act of firing a projectile
From this reading THE SAFEST WAY OF "SHOOTING" A GRIZZLY.
the act of firing a projectile
From this reading The distances were so great, and the mountain climbing of such a stupendous character, that they might have to put in the better part of several days reaching the feeding grounds of the animals, and getting the coveted chance for a shot or two.
give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading Indeed, the guide had said to Thad before leaving that none of them need worry if the party failed to show up at nightfall.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading The distances were so great, and the mountain climbing of such a stupendous character, that they might have to put in the better part of several days reaching the feeding grounds of the animals, and getting the coveted chance for a shot or two.
a thing, without saying which
From this reading They had started out, filled with a determination to accomplish something, even if it took a couple of days.
past form of “start” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading They had started out, filled with a determination to accomplish something, even if it took a couple of days.
stupendousadjectiveUS /stuːˈpendəs/
so great in size or force or extent as to elicit awe
From this reading The distances were so great, and the mountain climbing of such a stupendous character, that they might have to put in the better part of several days reaching the feeding grounds of the animals, and getting the coveted chance for a shot or two.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading The distances were so great, and the mountain climbing of such a stupendous character, that they might have to put in the better part of several days reaching the feeding grounds of the animals, and getting the coveted chance for a shot or two.
Thad
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From this reading Indeed, the guide had said to Thad before leaving that none of them need worry if the party failed to show up at nightfall.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Indeed, the guide had said to Thad before leaving that none of them need worry if the party failed to show up at nightfall.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE SAFEST WAY OF "SHOOTING" A GRIZZLY.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading Indeed, the guide had said to Thad before leaving that none of them need worry if the party failed to show up at nightfall.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading They had started out, filled with a determination to accomplish something, even if it took a couple of days.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading They had started out, filled with a determination to accomplish something, even if it took a couple of days.
inflected form of “take” — carry out
From this reading They had started out, filled with a determination to accomplish something, even if it took a couple of days.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading The distances were so great, and the mountain climbing of such a stupendous character, that they might have to put in the better part of several days reaching the feeding grounds of the animals, and getting the coveted chance for a shot or two.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading Indeed, the guide had said to Thad before leaving that none of them need worry if the party failed to show up at nightfall.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading THE SAFEST WAY OF "SHOOTING" A GRIZZLY.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading The distances were so great, and the mountain climbing of such a stupendous character, that they might have to put in the better part of several days reaching the feeding grounds of the animals, and getting the coveted chance for a shot or two.
in the company of; together with
From this reading They had started out, filled with a determination to accomplish something, even if it took a couple of days.
be worried, concerned, anxious, troubled, or uneasy
From this reading Indeed, the guide had said to Thad before leaving that none of them need worry if the party failed to show up at nightfall.
