Chapter XXII

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

From this reading WORLD PEACE ASSURED And thus it was that four lads from Brighton--the school which had contributed so much in manly courage to the winning of the world war--added new laurels to the name, not only by successfully carrying out the first Transatlantic aerial flight for the accomplishment of important governmental business, but by doing it upon a mission for the whole of civilization and humanity.

the action of accomplishing something

From this reading WORLD PEACE ASSURED And thus it was that four lads from Brighton--the school which had contributed so much in manly courage to the winning of the world war--added new laurels to the name, not only by successfully carrying out the first Transatlantic aerial flight for the accomplishment of important governmental business, but by doing it upon a mission for the whole of civilization and humanity.

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 WORLD PEACE ASSURED And thus it was that four lads from Brighton--the school which had contributed so much in manly courage to the winning of the world war--added new laurels to the name, not only by successfully carrying out the first Transatlantic aerial flight for the accomplishment of important governmental business, but by doing it upon a mission for the whole of civilization and humanity.

a pass to a receiver downfield from the passer

From this reading WORLD PEACE ASSURED And thus it was that four lads from Brighton--the school which had contributed so much in manly courage to the winning of the world war--added new laurels to the name, not only by successfully carrying out the first Transatlantic aerial flight for the accomplishment of important governmental business, but by doing it upon a mission for the whole of civilization and humanity.

later than; following

From this reading For, when these lads awakened, after a deserved sleep of more than twenty hours, it was to find the London newspapers laid out for them, the head-lines telling the marvels of their accomplishment.

anew

From this reading The work of the Peace Conference again took to smooth channels.

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

From this reading WORLD PEACE ASSURED And thus it was that four lads from Brighton--the school which had contributed so much in manly courage to the winning of the world war--added new laurels to the name, not only by successfully carrying out the first Transatlantic aerial flight for the accomplishment of important governmental business, but by doing it upon a mission for the whole of civilization and humanity.

past form of “appease” — cause to be more favorably inclined; gain the good will of

From this reading Japan was appeased.

marked by assurance; exhibiting confidence

From this reading WORLD PEACE ASSURED And thus it was that four lads from Brighton--the school which had contributed so much in manly courage to the winning of the world war--added new laurels to the name, not only by successfully carrying out the first Transatlantic aerial flight for the accomplishment of important governmental business, but by doing it upon a mission for the whole of civilization and humanity.

aroused or activated

From this reading For, when these lads awakened, after a deserved sleep of more than twenty hours, it was to find the London newspapers laid out for them, the head-lines telling the marvels of their accomplishment.

a city in East Sussex in southern England that is a popular resort; site of the University of Sussex

From this reading WORLD PEACE ASSURED And thus it was that four lads from Brighton--the school which had contributed so much in manly courage to the winning of the world war--added new laurels to the name, not only by successfully carrying out the first Transatlantic aerial flight for the accomplishment of important governmental business, but by doing it upon a mission for the whole of civilization and humanity.

a commercial or industrial enterprise and the people who constitute it

From this reading WORLD PEACE ASSURED And thus it was that four lads from Brighton--the school which had contributed so much in manly courage to the winning of the world war--added new laurels to the name, not only by successfully carrying out the first Transatlantic aerial flight for the accomplishment of important governmental business, but by doing it upon a mission for the whole of civilization and humanity.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading WORLD PEACE ASSURED And thus it was that four lads from Brighton--the school which had contributed so much in manly courage to the winning of the world war--added new laurels to the name, not only by successfully carrying out the first Transatlantic aerial flight for the accomplishment of important governmental business, but by doing it upon a mission for the whole of civilization and humanity.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading WORLD PEACE ASSURED And thus it was that four lads from Brighton--the school which had contributed so much in manly courage to the winning of the world war--added new laurels to the name, not only by successfully carrying out the first Transatlantic aerial flight for the accomplishment of important governmental business, but by doing it upon a mission for the whole of civilization and humanity.

-ing form of “carry” — move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body

From this reading WORLD PEACE ASSURED And thus it was that four lads from Brighton--the school which had contributed so much in manly courage to the winning of the world war--added new laurels to the name, not only by successfully carrying out the first Transatlantic aerial flight for the accomplishment of important governmental business, but by doing it upon a mission for the whole of civilization and humanity.

official routes of communication

From this reading The work of the Peace Conference again took to smooth channels.

a society in an advanced state of social development (e.g., with complex legal and political and religious organizations)

From this reading WORLD PEACE ASSURED And thus it was that four lads from Brighton--the school which had contributed so much in manly courage to the winning of the world war--added new laurels to the name, not only by successfully carrying out the first Transatlantic aerial flight for the accomplishment of important governmental business, but by doing it upon a mission for the whole of civilization and humanity.

a prearranged meeting for consultation or exchange of information or discussion (especially one with a formal agenda)

From this reading The work of the Peace Conference again took to smooth channels.

freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities

From this reading World confidence and world peace were again restored.

past form of “contribute” — bestow a quality on

From this reading WORLD PEACE ASSURED And thus it was that four lads from Brighton--the school which had contributed so much in manly courage to the winning of the world war--added new laurels to the name, not only by successfully carrying out the first Transatlantic aerial flight for the accomplishment of important governmental business, but by doing it upon a mission for the whole of civilization and humanity.

a quality of spirit that enables you to face danger or pain without showing fear

From this reading WORLD PEACE ASSURED And thus it was that four lads from Brighton--the school which had contributed so much in manly courage to the winning of the world war--added new laurels to the name, not only by successfully carrying out the first Transatlantic aerial flight for the accomplishment of important governmental business, but by doing it upon a mission for the whole of civilization and humanity.

properly deserved

From this reading For, when these lads awakened, after a deserved sleep of more than twenty hours, it was to find the London newspapers laid out for them, the head-lines telling the marvels of their accomplishment.

-ing form of “do” — engage in

From this reading WORLD PEACE ASSURED And thus it was that four lads from Brighton--the school which had contributed so much in manly courage to the winning of the world war--added new laurels to the name, not only by successfully carrying out the first Transatlantic aerial flight for the accomplishment of important governmental business, but by doing it upon a mission for the whole of civilization and humanity.

come upon, as if by accident; meet with

From this reading For, when these lads awakened, after a deserved sleep of more than twenty hours, it was to find the London newspapers laid out for them, the head-lines telling the marvels of their accomplishment.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading WORLD PEACE ASSURED And thus it was that four lads from Brighton--the school which had contributed so much in manly courage to the winning of the world war--added new laurels to the name, not only by successfully carrying out the first Transatlantic aerial flight for the accomplishment of important governmental business, but by doing it upon a mission for the whole of civilization and humanity.

a formation of aircraft in flight

From this reading WORLD PEACE ASSURED And thus it was that four lads from Brighton--the school which had contributed so much in manly courage to the winning of the world war--added new laurels to the name, not only by successfully carrying out the first Transatlantic aerial flight for the accomplishment of important governmental business, but by doing it upon a mission for the whole of civilization and humanity.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading WORLD PEACE ASSURED And thus it was that four lads from Brighton--the school which had contributed so much in manly courage to the winning of the world war--added new laurels to the name, not only by successfully carrying out the first Transatlantic aerial flight for the accomplishment of important governmental business, but by doing it upon a mission for the whole of civilization and humanity.

the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one

From this reading WORLD PEACE ASSURED And thus it was that four lads from Brighton--the school which had contributed so much in manly courage to the winning of the world war--added new laurels to the name, not only by successfully carrying out the first Transatlantic aerial flight for the accomplishment of important governmental business, but by doing it upon a mission for the whole of civilization and humanity.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading WORLD PEACE ASSURED And thus it was that four lads from Brighton--the school which had contributed so much in manly courage to the winning of the world war--added new laurels to the name, not only by successfully carrying out the first Transatlantic aerial flight for the accomplishment of important governmental business, but by doing it upon a mission for the whole of civilization and humanity.

relating to or dealing with the affairs or structure of government or politics or the state

From this reading WORLD PEACE ASSURED And thus it was that four lads from Brighton--the school which had contributed so much in manly courage to the winning of the world war--added new laurels to the name, not only by successfully carrying out the first Transatlantic aerial flight for the accomplishment of important governmental business, but by doing it upon a mission for the whole of civilization and humanity.

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

From this reading WORLD PEACE ASSURED And thus it was that four lads from Brighton--the school which had contributed so much in manly courage to the winning of the world war--added new laurels to the name, not only by successfully carrying out the first Transatlantic aerial flight for the accomplishment of important governmental business, but by doing it upon a mission for the whole of civilization and humanity.

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From this reading For, when these lads awakened, after a deserved sleep of more than twenty hours, it was to find the London newspapers laid out for them, the head-lines telling the marvels of their accomplishment.

a period of time assigned for work

From this reading For, when these lads awakened, after a deserved sleep of more than twenty hours, it was to find the London newspapers laid out for them, the head-lines telling the marvels of their accomplishment.

the quality of being humane

From this reading WORLD PEACE ASSURED And thus it was that four lads from Brighton--the school which had contributed so much in manly courage to the winning of the world war--added new laurels to the name, not only by successfully carrying out the first Transatlantic aerial flight for the accomplishment of important governmental business, but by doing it upon a mission for the whole of civilization and humanity.

of great significance or value

From this reading WORLD PEACE ASSURED And thus it was that four lads from Brighton--the school which had contributed so much in manly courage to the winning of the world war--added new laurels to the name, not only by successfully carrying out the first Transatlantic aerial flight for the accomplishment of important governmental business, but by doing it upon a mission for the whole of civilization and humanity.

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

From this reading WORLD PEACE ASSURED And thus it was that four lads from Brighton--the school which had contributed so much in manly courage to the winning of the world war--added new laurels to the name, not only by successfully carrying out the first Transatlantic aerial flight for the accomplishment of important governmental business, but by doing it upon a mission for the whole of civilization and humanity.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading WORLD PEACE ASSURED And thus it was that four lads from Brighton--the school which had contributed so much in manly courage to the winning of the world war--added new laurels to the name, not only by successfully carrying out the first Transatlantic aerial flight for the accomplishment of important governmental business, but by doing it upon a mission for the whole of civilization and humanity.

a string of more than 3,000 islands to the east of Asia extending 1,300 miles between the Sea of Japan and the western Pacific Ocean

From this reading Japan was appeased.

plural of “lad” — a boy or man

From this reading WORLD PEACE ASSURED And thus it was that four lads from Brighton--the school which had contributed so much in manly courage to the winning of the world war--added new laurels to the name, not only by successfully carrying out the first Transatlantic aerial flight for the accomplishment of important governmental business, but by doing it upon a mission for the whole of civilization and humanity.

set down according to a plan

From this reading For, when these lads awakened, after a deserved sleep of more than twenty hours, it was to find the London newspapers laid out for them, the head-lines telling the marvels of their accomplishment.

a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction

From this reading WORLD PEACE ASSURED And thus it was that four lads from Brighton--the school which had contributed so much in manly courage to the winning of the world war--added new laurels to the name, not only by successfully carrying out the first Transatlantic aerial flight for the accomplishment of important governmental business, but by doing it upon a mission for the whole of civilization and humanity.

the capital and largest city of England; located on the Thames in southeastern England; financial and industrial and cultural center

From this reading For, when these lads awakened, after a deserved sleep of more than twenty hours, it was to find the London newspapers laid out for them, the head-lines telling the marvels of their accomplishment.

possessing qualities befitting a man

From this reading WORLD PEACE ASSURED And thus it was that four lads from Brighton--the school which had contributed so much in manly courage to the winning of the world war--added new laurels to the name, not only by successfully carrying out the first Transatlantic aerial flight for the accomplishment of important governmental business, but by doing it upon a mission for the whole of civilization and humanity.

plural of “marvel” — something that causes feelings of wonder

From this reading For, when these lads awakened, after a deserved sleep of more than twenty hours, it was to find the London newspapers laid out for them, the head-lines telling the marvels of their accomplishment.

an organization of missionaries in a foreign land sent to carry on religious work

From this reading WORLD PEACE ASSURED And thus it was that four lads from Brighton--the school which had contributed so much in manly courage to the winning of the world war--added new laurels to the name, not only by successfully carrying out the first Transatlantic aerial flight for the accomplishment of important governmental business, but by doing it upon a mission for the whole of civilization and humanity.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading For, when these lads awakened, after a deserved sleep of more than twenty hours, it was to find the London newspapers laid out for them, the head-lines telling the marvels of their accomplishment.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading WORLD PEACE ASSURED And thus it was that four lads from Brighton--the school which had contributed so much in manly courage to the winning of the world war--added new laurels to the name, not only by successfully carrying out the first Transatlantic aerial flight for the accomplishment of important governmental business, but by doing it upon a mission for the whole of civilization and humanity.

assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading WORLD PEACE ASSURED And thus it was that four lads from Brighton--the school which had contributed so much in manly courage to the winning of the world war--added new laurels to the name, not only by successfully carrying out the first Transatlantic aerial flight for the accomplishment of important governmental business, but by doing it upon a mission for the whole of civilization and humanity.

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

From this reading WORLD PEACE ASSURED And thus it was that four lads from Brighton--the school which had contributed so much in manly courage to the winning of the world war--added new laurels to the name, not only by successfully carrying out the first Transatlantic aerial flight for the accomplishment of important governmental business, but by doing it upon a mission for the whole of civilization and humanity.

plural of “newspaper” — a daily or weekly publication on folded sheets; contains news and articles and advertisements

From this reading For, when these lads awakened, after a deserved sleep of more than twenty hours, it was to find the London newspapers laid out for them, the head-lines telling the marvels of their accomplishment.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading WORLD PEACE ASSURED And thus it was that four lads from Brighton--the school which had contributed so much in manly courage to the winning of the world war--added new laurels to the name, not only by successfully carrying out the first Transatlantic aerial flight for the accomplishment of important governmental business, but by doing it upon a mission for the whole of civilization and humanity.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading WORLD PEACE ASSURED And thus it was that four lads from Brighton--the school which had contributed so much in manly courage to the winning of the world war--added new laurels to the name, not only by successfully carrying out the first Transatlantic aerial flight for the accomplishment of important governmental business, but by doing it upon a mission for the whole of civilization and humanity.

and nothing more

From this reading WORLD PEACE ASSURED And thus it was that four lads from Brighton--the school which had contributed so much in manly courage to the winning of the world war--added new laurels to the name, not only by successfully carrying out the first Transatlantic aerial flight for the accomplishment of important governmental business, but by doing it upon a mission for the whole of civilization and humanity.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading WORLD PEACE ASSURED And thus it was that four lads from Brighton--the school which had contributed so much in manly courage to the winning of the world war--added new laurels to the name, not only by successfully carrying out the first Transatlantic aerial flight for the accomplishment of important governmental business, but by doing it upon a mission for the whole of civilization and humanity.

the state prevailing during the absence of war

From this reading WORLD PEACE ASSURED And thus it was that four lads from Brighton--the school which had contributed so much in manly courage to the winning of the world war--added new laurels to the name, not only by successfully carrying out the first Transatlantic aerial flight for the accomplishment of important governmental business, but by doing it upon a mission for the whole of civilization and humanity.

past form of “restore” — return to its original or usable and functioning condition

From this reading World confidence and world peace were again restored.

an educational institution

From this reading WORLD PEACE ASSURED And thus it was that four lads from Brighton--the school which had contributed so much in manly courage to the winning of the world war--added new laurels to the name, not only by successfully carrying out the first Transatlantic aerial flight for the accomplishment of important governmental business, but by doing it upon a mission for the whole of civilization and humanity.

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

From this reading For, when these lads awakened, after a deserved sleep of more than twenty hours, it was to find the London newspapers laid out for them, the head-lines telling the marvels of their accomplishment.

having a surface free from roughness or bumps or ridges or irregularities

From this reading The work of the Peace Conference again took to smooth channels.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading WORLD PEACE ASSURED And thus it was that four lads from Brighton--the school which had contributed so much in manly courage to the winning of the world war--added new laurels to the name, not only by successfully carrying out the first Transatlantic aerial flight for the accomplishment of important governmental business, but by doing it upon a mission for the whole of civilization and humanity.

with success; in a successful manner

From this reading WORLD PEACE ASSURED And thus it was that four lads from Brighton--the school which had contributed so much in manly courage to the winning of the world war--added new laurels to the name, not only by successfully carrying out the first Transatlantic aerial flight for the accomplishment of important governmental business, but by doing it upon a mission for the whole of civilization and humanity.

disclosing unintentionally something concealed

From this reading For, when these lads awakened, after a deserved sleep of more than twenty hours, it was to find the London newspapers laid out for them, the head-lines telling the marvels of their accomplishment.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading For, when these lads awakened, after a deserved sleep of more than twenty hours, it was to find the London newspapers laid out for them, the head-lines telling the marvels of their accomplishment.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading WORLD PEACE ASSURED And thus it was that four lads from Brighton--the school which had contributed so much in manly courage to the winning of the world war--added new laurels to the name, not only by successfully carrying out the first Transatlantic aerial flight for the accomplishment of important governmental business, but by doing it upon a mission for the whole of civilization and humanity.

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

From this reading WORLD PEACE ASSURED And thus it was that four lads from Brighton--the school which had contributed so much in manly courage to the winning of the world war--added new laurels to the name, not only by successfully carrying out the first Transatlantic aerial flight for the accomplishment of important governmental business, but by doing it upon a mission for the whole of civilization and humanity.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading For, when these lads awakened, after a deserved sleep of more than twenty hours, it was to find the London newspapers laid out for them, the head-lines telling the marvels of their accomplishment.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading For, when these lads awakened, after a deserved sleep of more than twenty hours, it was to find the London newspapers laid out for them, the head-lines telling the marvels of their accomplishment.

the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned

From this reading For, when these lads awakened, after a deserved sleep of more than twenty hours, it was to find the London newspapers laid out for them, the head-lines telling the marvels of their accomplishment.

(used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result

From this reading WORLD PEACE ASSURED And thus it was that four lads from Brighton--the school which had contributed so much in manly courage to the winning of the world war--added new laurels to the name, not only by successfully carrying out the first Transatlantic aerial flight for the accomplishment of important governmental business, but by doing it upon a mission for the whole of civilization and humanity.

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

From this reading WORLD PEACE ASSURED And thus it was that four lads from Brighton--the school which had contributed so much in manly courage to the winning of the world war--added new laurels to the name, not only by successfully carrying out the first Transatlantic aerial flight for the accomplishment of important governmental business, but by doing it upon a mission for the whole of civilization and humanity.

inflected form of “take” — carry out

From this reading The work of the Peace Conference again took to smooth channels.

crossing the Atlantic Ocean

From this reading WORLD PEACE ASSURED And thus it was that four lads from Brighton--the school which had contributed so much in manly courage to the winning of the world war--added new laurels to the name, not only by successfully carrying out the first Transatlantic aerial flight for the accomplishment of important governmental business, but by doing it upon a mission for the whole of civilization and humanity.

the cardinal number that is the sum of nineteen and one

From this reading For, when these lads awakened, after a deserved sleep of more than twenty hours, it was to find the London newspapers laid out for them, the head-lines telling the marvels of their accomplishment.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading WORLD PEACE ASSURED And thus it was that four lads from Brighton--the school which had contributed so much in manly courage to the winning of the world war--added new laurels to the name, not only by successfully carrying out the first Transatlantic aerial flight for the accomplishment of important governmental business, but by doing it upon a mission for the whole of civilization and humanity.

the waging of armed conflict against an enemy

From this reading WORLD PEACE ASSURED And thus it was that four lads from Brighton--the school which had contributed so much in manly courage to the winning of the world war--added new laurels to the name, not only by successfully carrying out the first Transatlantic aerial flight for the accomplishment of important governmental business, but by doing it upon a mission for the whole of civilization and humanity.

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

From this reading WORLD PEACE ASSURED And thus it was that four lads from Brighton--the school which had contributed so much in manly courage to the winning of the world war--added new laurels to the name, not only by successfully carrying out the first Transatlantic aerial flight for the accomplishment of important governmental business, but by doing it upon a mission for the whole of civilization and humanity.

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

From this reading World confidence and world peace were again restored.

at the time that

From this reading For, when these lads awakened, after a deserved sleep of more than twenty hours, it was to find the London newspapers laid out for them, the head-lines telling the marvels of their accomplishment.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading WORLD PEACE ASSURED And thus it was that four lads from Brighton--the school which had contributed so much in manly courage to the winning of the world war--added new laurels to the name, not only by successfully carrying out the first Transatlantic aerial flight for the accomplishment of important governmental business, but by doing it upon a mission for the whole of civilization and humanity.

including all components without exception; being one unit or constituting the full amount or extent or duration; complete

From this reading WORLD PEACE ASSURED And thus it was that four lads from Brighton--the school which had contributed so much in manly courage to the winning of the world war--added new laurels to the name, not only by successfully carrying out the first Transatlantic aerial flight for the accomplishment of important governmental business, but by doing it upon a mission for the whole of civilization and humanity.

having won

From this reading WORLD PEACE ASSURED And thus it was that four lads from Brighton--the school which had contributed so much in manly courage to the winning of the world war--added new laurels to the name, not only by successfully carrying out the first Transatlantic aerial flight for the accomplishment of important governmental business, but by doing it upon a mission for the whole of civilization and humanity.

exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity

From this reading The work of the Peace Conference again took to smooth channels.

everything that exists anywhere

From this reading WORLD PEACE ASSURED And thus it was that four lads from Brighton--the school which had contributed so much in manly courage to the winning of the world war--added new laurels to the name, not only by successfully carrying out the first Transatlantic aerial flight for the accomplishment of important governmental business, but by doing it upon a mission for the whole of civilization and humanity.