used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading BILLIE GETS A SURPRISE.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading While the strange man owed his life to the lad, as is related in the story of the "Broncho Rider Boys with the Texas Rangers," there was that in the man's face which told that he was under a severe mental strain, and Billie did not think it wise to presume upon his former friendship.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading While the strange man owed his life to the lad, as is related in the story of the "Broncho Rider Boys with the Texas Rangers," there was that in the man's face which told that he was under a severe mental strain, and Billie did not think it wise to presume upon his former friendship.
BILLIE
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From this reading BILLIE GETS A SURPRISE.
plural of “boy” — a youthful male person
From this reading While the strange man owed his life to the lad, as is related in the story of the "Broncho Rider Boys with the Texas Rangers," there was that in the man's face which told that he was under a severe mental strain, and Billie did not think it wise to presume upon his former friendship.
Bronchonoun
an unbroken or imperfectly broken mustang
From this reading While the strange man owed his life to the lad, as is related in the story of the "Broncho Rider Boys with the Texas Rangers," there was that in the man's face which told that he was under a severe mental strain, and Billie did not think it wise to presume upon his former friendship.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading When Billie found himself looking into the muzzle of a rifle in the hands of Santiago, his first impulse was to call out; but the expression on Santiago's face caused him to remain silent.
assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading When Billie found himself looking into the muzzle of a rifle in the hands of Santiago, his first impulse was to call out; but the expression on Santiago's face caused him to remain silent.
past form of “cause” — give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally
From this reading When Billie found himself looking into the muzzle of a rifle in the hands of Santiago, his first impulse was to call out; but the expression on Santiago's face caused him to remain silent.
past form of “command” — be in command of
From this reading If he recognized Billie, he gave no intimation of the fact; but in a harsh voice commanded: "Up with your hands!"
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading While the strange man owed his life to the lad, as is related in the story of the "Broncho Rider Boys with the Texas Rangers," there was that in the man's face which told that he was under a severe mental strain, and Billie did not think it wise to presume upon his former friendship.
the feelings expressed on a person's face
From this reading When Billie found himself looking into the muzzle of a rifle in the hands of Santiago, his first impulse was to call out; but the expression on Santiago's face caused him to remain silent.
the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear
From this reading When Billie found himself looking into the muzzle of a rifle in the hands of Santiago, his first impulse was to call out; but the expression on Santiago's face caused him to remain silent.
a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred
From this reading If he recognized Billie, he gave no intimation of the fact; but in a harsh voice commanded: "Up with your hands!"
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading When Billie found himself looking into the muzzle of a rifle in the hands of Santiago, his first impulse was to call out; but the expression on Santiago's face caused him to remain silent.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Therefore, he remained quiet, waiting for Santiago to speak.
referring to the first of two things or persons mentioned (or the earlier one or ones of several)
From this reading While the strange man owed his life to the lad, as is related in the story of the "Broncho Rider Boys with the Texas Rangers," there was that in the man's face which told that he was under a severe mental strain, and Billie did not think it wise to presume upon his former friendship.
set up or found
From this reading When Billie found himself looking into the muzzle of a rifle in the hands of Santiago, his first impulse was to call out; but the expression on Santiago's face caused him to remain silent.
the state of being friends (or friendly)
From this reading While the strange man owed his life to the lad, as is related in the story of the "Broncho Rider Boys with the Texas Rangers," there was that in the man's face which told that he was under a severe mental strain, and Billie did not think it wise to presume upon his former friendship.
inflected form of “give” — cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense
From this reading If he recognized Billie, he gave no intimation of the fact; but in a harsh voice commanded: "Up with your hands!"
plural of “get” — a return on a shot that seemed impossible to reach and would normally have resulted in a point for the opponent
From this reading BILLIE GETS A SURPRISE.
(with “in”) guardianship over; in divorce cases it is the right to house and care for and discipline a child
From this reading When Billie found himself looking into the muzzle of a rifle in the hands of Santiago, his first impulse was to call out; but the expression on Santiago's face caused him to remain silent.
harshadjectiveUS /hɑːrʃ/
unpleasantly stern
From this reading If he recognized Billie, he gave no intimation of the fact; but in a harsh voice commanded: "Up with your hands!"
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading While the strange man owed his life to the lad, as is related in the story of the "Broncho Rider Boys with the Texas Rangers," there was that in the man's face which told that he was under a severe mental strain, and Billie did not think it wise to presume upon his former friendship.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading When Billie found himself looking into the muzzle of a rifle in the hands of Santiago, his first impulse was to call out; but the expression on Santiago's face caused him to remain silent.
used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object
From this reading When Billie found himself looking into the muzzle of a rifle in the hands of Santiago, his first impulse was to call out; but the expression on Santiago's face caused him to remain silent.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading When Billie found himself looking into the muzzle of a rifle in the hands of Santiago, his first impulse was to call out; but the expression on Santiago's face caused him to remain silent.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading If he recognized Billie, he gave no intimation of the fact; but in a harsh voice commanded: "Up with your hands!"
an instinctive motive
From this reading When Billie found himself looking into the muzzle of a rifle in the hands of Santiago, his first impulse was to call out; but the expression on Santiago's face caused him to remain silent.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading When Billie found himself looking into the muzzle of a rifle in the hands of Santiago, his first impulse was to call out; but the expression on Santiago's face caused him to remain silent.
intimationnounUS /ˌɪntəˈmeɪʃən/
an indirect suggestion
From this reading If he recognized Billie, he gave no intimation of the fact; but in a harsh voice commanded: "Up with your hands!"
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading When Billie found himself looking into the muzzle of a rifle in the hands of Santiago, his first impulse was to call out; but the expression on Santiago's face caused him to remain silent.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading While the strange man owed his life to the lad, as is related in the story of the "Broncho Rider Boys with the Texas Rangers," there was that in the man's face which told that he was under a severe mental strain, and Billie did not think it wise to presume upon his former friendship.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading While the strange man owed his life to the lad, as is related in the story of the "Broncho Rider Boys with the Texas Rangers," there was that in the man's face which told that he was under a severe mental strain, and Billie did not think it wise to presume upon his former friendship.
a boy or man
From this reading While the strange man owed his life to the lad, as is related in the story of the "Broncho Rider Boys with the Texas Rangers," there was that in the man's face which told that he was under a severe mental strain, and Billie did not think it wise to presume upon his former friendship.
a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading While the strange man owed his life to the lad, as is related in the story of the "Broncho Rider Boys with the Texas Rangers," there was that in the man's face which told that he was under a severe mental strain, and Billie did not think it wise to presume upon his former friendship.
the act of directing the eyes toward something and perceiving it visually
From this reading When Billie found himself looking into the muzzle of a rifle in the hands of Santiago, his first impulse was to call out; but the expression on Santiago's face caused him to remain silent.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading While the strange man owed his life to the lad, as is related in the story of the "Broncho Rider Boys with the Texas Rangers," there was that in the man's face which told that he was under a severe mental strain, and Billie did not think it wise to presume upon his former friendship.
man'snounUS /mænz/
possessive form of “man” — an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading While the strange man owed his life to the lad, as is related in the story of the "Broncho Rider Boys with the Texas Rangers," there was that in the man's face which told that he was under a severe mental strain, and Billie did not think it wise to presume upon his former friendship.
involving the mind or an intellectual process
From this reading While the strange man owed his life to the lad, as is related in the story of the "Broncho Rider Boys with the Texas Rangers," there was that in the man's face which told that he was under a severe mental strain, and Billie did not think it wise to presume upon his former friendship.
muzzlenounUS /ˈmʌzəl/
the open circular discharging end of a gun
From this reading When Billie found himself looking into the muzzle of a rifle in the hands of Santiago, his first impulse was to call out; but the expression on Santiago's face caused him to remain silent.
not any; not one
From this reading If he recognized Billie, he gave no intimation of the fact; but in a harsh voice commanded: "Up with your hands!"
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading While the strange man owed his life to the lad, as is related in the story of the "Broncho Rider Boys with the Texas Rangers," there was that in the man's face which told that he was under a severe mental strain, and Billie did not think it wise to presume upon his former friendship.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading When Billie found himself looking into the muzzle of a rifle in the hands of Santiago, his first impulse was to call out; but the expression on Santiago's face caused him to remain silent.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading When Billie found himself looking into the muzzle of a rifle in the hands of Santiago, his first impulse was to call out; but the expression on Santiago's face caused him to remain silent.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading When Billie found himself looking into the muzzle of a rifle in the hands of Santiago, his first impulse was to call out; but the expression on Santiago's face caused him to remain silent.
owedverbUS /oʊd/
past form of “owe” — be obliged to pay or repay
From this reading While the strange man owed his life to the lad, as is related in the story of the "Broncho Rider Boys with the Texas Rangers," there was that in the man's face which told that he was under a severe mental strain, and Billie did not think it wise to presume upon his former friendship.
presumeverbUS /prɪˈzuːm/
take to be the case or to be true; accept without verification or proof
From this reading While the strange man owed his life to the lad, as is related in the story of the "Broncho Rider Boys with the Texas Rangers," there was that in the man's face which told that he was under a severe mental strain, and Billie did not think it wise to presume upon his former friendship.
quietadjectiveUS /ˈkwaɪət/
characterized by an absence or near absence of agitation or activity
From this reading Therefore, he remained quiet, waiting for Santiago to speak.
RangersnounUS /ˈreɪndʒərz/
plural of “ranger” — a member of the Texas state highway patrol; formerly a mounted lawman who maintained order on the frontier
From this reading While the strange man owed his life to the lad, as is related in the story of the "Broncho Rider Boys with the Texas Rangers," there was that in the man's face which told that he was under a severe mental strain, and Billie did not think it wise to presume upon his former friendship.
generally approved or compelling recognition
From this reading If he recognized Billie, he gave no intimation of the fact; but in a harsh voice commanded: "Up with your hands!"
being connected either logically or causally or by shared characteristics
From this reading While the strange man owed his life to the lad, as is related in the story of the "Broncho Rider Boys with the Texas Rangers," there was that in the man's face which told that he was under a severe mental strain, and Billie did not think it wise to presume upon his former friendship.
stay the same; remain in a certain state
From this reading When Billie found himself looking into the muzzle of a rifle in the hands of Santiago, his first impulse was to call out; but the expression on Santiago's face caused him to remain silent.
past form of “remain” — stay the same; remain in a certain state
From this reading Therefore, he remained quiet, waiting for Santiago to speak.
RidernounUS /ˈraɪdər/
a traveler who actively rides an animal (as a horse or camel)
From this reading While the strange man owed his life to the lad, as is related in the story of the "Broncho Rider Boys with the Texas Rangers," there was that in the man's face which told that he was under a severe mental strain, and Billie did not think it wise to presume upon his former friendship.
steal goods; take as spoils
From this reading When Billie found himself looking into the muzzle of a rifle in the hands of Santiago, his first impulse was to call out; but the expression on Santiago's face caused him to remain silent.
SantiagonounUS /ˌsæntiˈɑːɡoʊ/
city in the northern Dominican Republic
From this reading When Billie found himself looking into the muzzle of a rifle in the hands of Santiago, his first impulse was to call out; but the expression on Santiago's face caused him to remain silent.
Santiago's
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From this reading When Billie found himself looking into the muzzle of a rifle in the hands of Santiago, his first impulse was to call out; but the expression on Santiago's face caused him to remain silent.
intensely or extremely bad or unpleasant in degree or quality
From this reading While the strange man owed his life to the lad, as is related in the story of the "Broncho Rider Boys with the Texas Rangers," there was that in the man's face which told that he was under a severe mental strain, and Billie did not think it wise to presume upon his former friendship.
marked by absence of sound
From this reading When Billie found himself looking into the muzzle of a rifle in the hands of Santiago, his first impulse was to call out; but the expression on Santiago's face caused him to remain silent.
express in speech
From this reading Therefore, he remained quiet, waiting for Santiago to speak.
a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program
From this reading While the strange man owed his life to the lad, as is related in the story of the "Broncho Rider Boys with the Texas Rangers," there was that in the man's face which told that he was under a severe mental strain, and Billie did not think it wise to presume upon his former friendship.
(physics) deformation of a physical body under the action of applied forces
From this reading While the strange man owed his life to the lad, as is related in the story of the "Broncho Rider Boys with the Texas Rangers," there was that in the man's face which told that he was under a severe mental strain, and Billie did not think it wise to presume upon his former friendship.
being definitely out of the ordinary and unexpected; slightly odd or even a bit weird
From this reading While the strange man owed his life to the lad, as is related in the story of the "Broncho Rider Boys with the Texas Rangers," there was that in the man's face which told that he was under a severe mental strain, and Billie did not think it wise to presume upon his former friendship.
the astonishment you feel when something totally unexpected happens to you
From this reading BILLIE GETS A SURPRISE.
TexasnounUS /ˈteksəs/
the second largest state; located in southwestern United States on the Gulf of Mexico
From this reading While the strange man owed his life to the lad, as is related in the story of the "Broncho Rider Boys with the Texas Rangers," there was that in the man's face which told that he was under a severe mental strain, and Billie did not think it wise to presume upon his former friendship.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading While the strange man owed his life to the lad, as is related in the story of the "Broncho Rider Boys with the Texas Rangers," there was that in the man's face which told that he was under a severe mental strain, and Billie did not think it wise to presume upon his former friendship.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading When Billie found himself looking into the muzzle of a rifle in the hands of Santiago, his first impulse was to call out; but the expression on Santiago's face caused him to remain silent.
in or at that place or location
From this reading While the strange man owed his life to the lad, as is related in the story of the "Broncho Rider Boys with the Texas Rangers," there was that in the man's face which told that he was under a severe mental strain, and Billie did not think it wise to presume upon his former friendship.
for that reason; as a result
From this reading Therefore, he remained quiet, waiting for Santiago to speak.
judge or regard; look upon; judge
From this reading While the strange man owed his life to the lad, as is related in the story of the "Broncho Rider Boys with the Texas Rangers," there was that in the man's face which told that he was under a severe mental strain, and Billie did not think it wise to presume upon his former friendship.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading When Billie found himself looking into the muzzle of a rifle in the hands of Santiago, his first impulse was to call out; but the expression on Santiago's face caused him to remain silent.
inflected form of “tell” — express in words
From this reading While the strange man owed his life to the lad, as is related in the story of the "Broncho Rider Boys with the Texas Rangers," there was that in the man's face which told that he was under a severe mental strain, and Billie did not think it wise to presume upon his former friendship.
underprepositionUS /ˈʌndər/
below or beneath something; less than
From this reading While the strange man owed his life to the lad, as is related in the story of the "Broncho Rider Boys with the Texas Rangers," there was that in the man's face which told that he was under a severe mental strain, and Billie did not think it wise to presume upon his former friendship.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading If he recognized Billie, he gave no intimation of the fact; but in a harsh voice commanded: "Up with your hands!"
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading While the strange man owed his life to the lad, as is related in the story of the "Broncho Rider Boys with the Texas Rangers," there was that in the man's face which told that he was under a severe mental strain, and Billie did not think it wise to presume upon his former friendship.
the distinctive quality or pitch or condition of a person's speech
From this reading If he recognized Billie, he gave no intimation of the fact; but in a harsh voice commanded: "Up with your hands!"
the act of waiting (remaining inactive in one place while expecting something)
From this reading Therefore, he remained quiet, waiting for Santiago to speak.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading When Billie found himself looking into the muzzle of a rifle in the hands of Santiago, his first impulse was to call out; but the expression on Santiago's face caused him to remain silent.
at the time that
From this reading When Billie found himself looking into the muzzle of a rifle in the hands of Santiago, his first impulse was to call out; but the expression on Santiago's face caused him to remain silent.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading While the strange man owed his life to the lad, as is related in the story of the "Broncho Rider Boys with the Texas Rangers," there was that in the man's face which told that he was under a severe mental strain, and Billie did not think it wise to presume upon his former friendship.
WhileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading While the strange man owed his life to the lad, as is related in the story of the "Broncho Rider Boys with the Texas Rangers," there was that in the man's face which told that he was under a severe mental strain, and Billie did not think it wise to presume upon his former friendship.
having or prompted by wisdom or discernment
From this reading While the strange man owed his life to the lad, as is related in the story of the "Broncho Rider Boys with the Texas Rangers," there was that in the man's face which told that he was under a severe mental strain, and Billie did not think it wise to presume upon his former friendship.
in the company of; together with
From this reading While the strange man owed his life to the lad, as is related in the story of the "Broncho Rider Boys with the Texas Rangers," there was that in the man's face which told that he was under a severe mental strain, and Billie did not think it wise to presume upon his former friendship.
belonging to the person or people being spoken to
From this reading If he recognized Billie, he gave no intimation of the fact; but in a harsh voice commanded: "Up with your hands!"
