used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading A FRIENDLY CONTEST Morning found both Dolly and Bessie refreshed, and, though the other girls asked them anxiously about themselves, neither seemed to feel any ill effects after the excitement of the previous day, with its series of surprising events.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading A FRIENDLY CONTEST Morning found both Dolly and Bessie refreshed, and, though the other girls asked them anxiously about themselves, neither seemed to feel any ill effects after the excitement of the previous day, with its series of surprising events.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading A FRIENDLY CONTEST Morning found both Dolly and Bessie refreshed, and, though the other girls asked them anxiously about themselves, neither seemed to feel any ill effects after the excitement of the previous day, with its series of surprising events.
(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 And, indeed, all the girls decided that it would be better, for the time at least, not to venture far into the woods.
alongprepositionUS /əˈlɔːŋ/
following the length of something from one end toward the other
From this reading "I think it's as safe as ever now, along the well-known trails that are used all the time," said Miss Eleanor, "but, after all, we don't know much about the gypsies.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading A FRIENDLY CONTEST Morning found both Dolly and Bessie refreshed, and, though the other girls asked them anxiously about themselves, neither seemed to feel any ill effects after the excitement of the previous day, with its series of surprising events.
with anxiety or apprehension
From this reading A FRIENDLY CONTEST Morning found both Dolly and Bessie refreshed, and, though the other girls asked them anxiously about themselves, neither seemed to feel any ill effects after the excitement of the previous day, with its series of surprising events.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading A FRIENDLY CONTEST Morning found both Dolly and Bessie refreshed, and, though the other girls asked them anxiously about themselves, neither seemed to feel any ill effects after the excitement of the previous day, with its series of surprising events.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading "I think it's as safe as ever now, along the well-known trails that are used all the time," said Miss Eleanor, "but, after all, we don't know much about the gypsies.
surrounding, or on every side of, something
From this reading Some of them may be hanging around still, even if the main party of them has moved on, and we do know that they are a revengeful race; that when one of them is hurt, or injured in any way, they are very likely not to rest until the injury is avenged.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading "I think it's as safe as ever now, along the well-known trails that are used all the time," said Miss Eleanor, "but, after all, we don't know much about the gypsies.
past form of “ask” — make a request or demand for something to somebody
From this reading A FRIENDLY CONTEST Morning found both Dolly and Bessie refreshed, and, though the other girls asked them anxiously about themselves, neither seemed to feel any ill effects after the excitement of the previous day, with its series of surprising events.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Dolly, at first, was a little chastened, and seemed wholly ready to stay quietly in camp.
avengedadjectiveUS /əˈvendʒd/
for which vengeance has been taken
From this reading Some of them may be hanging around still, even if the main party of them has moved on, and we do know that they are a revengeful race; that when one of them is hurt, or injured in any way, they are very likely not to rest until the injury is avenged.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading And, indeed, all the girls decided that it would be better, for the time at least, not to venture far into the woods.
Bessie
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From this reading A FRIENDLY CONTEST Morning found both Dolly and Bessie refreshed, and, though the other girls asked them anxiously about themselves, neither seemed to feel any ill effects after the excitement of the previous day, with its series of surprising events.
(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 And, indeed, all the girls decided that it would be better, for the time at least, not to venture far into the woods.
the two together, not just one
From this reading A FRIENDLY CONTEST Morning found both Dolly and Bessie refreshed, and, though the other girls asked them anxiously about themselves, neither seemed to feel any ill effects after the excitement of the previous day, with its series of surprising events.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading "I think it's as safe as ever now, along the well-known trails that are used all the time," said Miss Eleanor, "but, after all, we don't know much about the gypsies.
temporary living quarters specially built by the army for soldiers
From this reading Dolly, at first, was a little chastened, and seemed wholly ready to stay quietly in camp.
chastenedverbUS /ˈtʃeɪsənd/
past form of “chasten” — censure severely
From this reading Dolly, at first, was a little chastened, and seemed wholly ready to stay quietly in camp.
CONTESTnounUS /ˈkɑːntest/
an occasion on which a winner is selected from among two or more contestants
From this reading A FRIENDLY CONTEST Morning found both Dolly and Bessie refreshed, and, though the other girls asked them anxiously about themselves, neither seemed to feel any ill effects after the excitement of the previous day, with its series of surprising events.
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading A FRIENDLY CONTEST Morning found both Dolly and Bessie refreshed, and, though the other girls asked them anxiously about themselves, neither seemed to feel any ill effects after the excitement of the previous day, with its series of surprising events.
recognizable; marked
From this reading And, indeed, all the girls decided that it would be better, for the time at least, not to venture far into the woods.
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading Some of them may be hanging around still, even if the main party of them has moved on, and we do know that they are a revengeful race; that when one of them is hurt, or injured in any way, they are very likely not to rest until the injury is avenged.
DollynounUS /ˈdɑːli/
conveyance consisting of a wheeled support on which a camera can be mounted
From this reading A FRIENDLY CONTEST Morning found both Dolly and Bessie refreshed, and, though the other girls asked them anxiously about themselves, neither seemed to feel any ill effects after the excitement of the previous day, with its series of surprising events.
don't
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From this reading "I think it's as safe as ever now, along the well-known trails that are used all the time," said Miss Eleanor, "but, after all, we don't know much about the gypsies.
effectsnounUS /ɪˈfekts/
property of a personal character that is portable but not used in business
From this reading A FRIENDLY CONTEST Morning found both Dolly and Bessie refreshed, and, though the other girls asked them anxiously about themselves, neither seemed to feel any ill effects after the excitement of the previous day, with its series of surprising events.
Eleanor
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From this reading "I think it's as safe as ever now, along the well-known trails that are used all the time," said Miss Eleanor, "but, after all, we don't know much about the gypsies.
divisible by two
From this reading Some of them may be hanging around still, even if the main party of them has moved on, and we do know that they are a revengeful race; that when one of them is hurt, or injured in any way, they are very likely not to rest until the injury is avenged.
plural of “event” — something that happens at a given place and time
From this reading A FRIENDLY CONTEST Morning found both Dolly and Bessie refreshed, and, though the other girls asked them anxiously about themselves, neither seemed to feel any ill effects after the excitement of the previous day, with its series of surprising events.
at any time
From this reading "I think it's as safe as ever now, along the well-known trails that are used all the time," said Miss Eleanor, "but, after all, we don't know much about the gypsies.
the feeling of lively and cheerful joy
From this reading A FRIENDLY CONTEST Morning found both Dolly and Bessie refreshed, and, though the other girls asked them anxiously about themselves, neither seemed to feel any ill effects after the excitement of the previous day, with its series of surprising events.
to a considerable degree; very much
From this reading And, indeed, all the girls decided that it would be better, for the time at least, not to venture far into the woods.
undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind
From this reading A FRIENDLY CONTEST Morning found both Dolly and Bessie refreshed, and, though the other girls asked them anxiously about themselves, neither seemed to feel any ill effects after the excitement of the previous day, with its series of surprising events.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading Dolly, at first, was a little chastened, and seemed wholly ready to stay quietly in camp.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading And, indeed, all the girls decided that it would be better, for the time at least, not to venture far into the woods.
set up or found
From this reading A FRIENDLY CONTEST Morning found both Dolly and Bessie refreshed, and, though the other girls asked them anxiously about themselves, neither seemed to feel any ill effects after the excitement of the previous day, with its series of surprising events.
characteristic of or befitting a friend
From this reading A FRIENDLY CONTEST Morning found both Dolly and Bessie refreshed, and, though the other girls asked them anxiously about themselves, neither seemed to feel any ill effects after the excitement of the previous day, with its series of surprising events.
plural of “girl” — a young female
From this reading A FRIENDLY CONTEST Morning found both Dolly and Bessie refreshed, and, though the other girls asked them anxiously about themselves, neither seemed to feel any ill effects after the excitement of the previous day, with its series of surprising events.
gypsiesnounUS /ˈdʒɪpsiz/
plural of “gypsy” — a laborer who moves from place to place as demanded by employment
From this reading "I think it's as safe as ever now, along the well-known trails that are used all the time," said Miss Eleanor, "but, after all, we don't know much about the gypsies.
decoration that is hung (as a tapestry) on a wall or over a window
From this reading Some of them may be hanging around still, even if the main party of them has moved on, and we do know that they are a revengeful race; that when one of them is hurt, or injured in any way, they are very likely not to rest until the injury is avenged.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Some of them may be hanging around still, even if the main party of them has moved on, and we do know that they are a revengeful race; that when one of them is hurt, or injured in any way, they are very likely not to rest until the injury is avenged.
be the source of pain
From this reading Some of them may be hanging around still, even if the main party of them has moved on, and we do know that they are a revengeful race; that when one of them is hurt, or injured in any way, they are very likely not to rest until the injury is avenged.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading "I think it's as safe as ever now, along the well-known trails that are used all the time," said Miss Eleanor, "but, after all, we don't know much about the gypsies.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading Some of them may be hanging around still, even if the main party of them has moved on, and we do know that they are a revengeful race; that when one of them is hurt, or injured in any way, they are very likely not to rest until the injury is avenged.
affected by an impairment of normal physical or mental function
From this reading A FRIENDLY CONTEST Morning found both Dolly and Bessie refreshed, and, though the other girls asked them anxiously about themselves, neither seemed to feel any ill effects after the excitement of the previous day, with its series of surprising events.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Dolly, at first, was a little chastened, and seemed wholly ready to stay quietly in camp.
in truth (often tends to intensify)
From this reading And, indeed, all the girls decided that it would be better, for the time at least, not to venture far into the woods.
injuredadjectiveUS /ˈɪndʒərd/
harmed
From this reading Some of them may be hanging around still, even if the main party of them has moved on, and we do know that they are a revengeful race; that when one of them is hurt, or injured in any way, they are very likely not to rest until the injury is avenged.
injurynounUS /ˈɪndʒəri/
any physical damage to the body caused by violence or accident or fracture etc.
From this reading Some of them may be hanging around still, even if the main party of them has moved on, and we do know that they are a revengeful race; that when one of them is hurt, or injured in any way, they are very likely not to rest until the injury is avenged.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading And, indeed, all the girls decided that it would be better, for the time at least, not to venture far into the woods.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Some of them may be hanging around still, even if the main party of them has moved on, and we do know that they are a revengeful race; that when one of them is hurt, or injured in any way, they are very likely not to rest until the injury is avenged.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading And, indeed, all the girls decided that it would be better, for the time at least, not to venture far into the woods.
it's
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From this reading "I think it's as safe as ever now, along the well-known trails that are used all the time," said Miss Eleanor, "but, after all, we don't know much about the gypsies.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading A FRIENDLY CONTEST Morning found both Dolly and Bessie refreshed, and, though the other girls asked them anxiously about themselves, neither seemed to feel any ill effects after the excitement of the previous day, with its series of surprising events.
be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading "I think it's as safe as ever now, along the well-known trails that are used all the time," said Miss Eleanor, "but, after all, we don't know much about the gypsies.
the superlative of “little” that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by “the”; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or extent or degree
From this reading And, indeed, all the girls decided that it would be better, for the time at least, not to venture far into the woods.
has a good chance of being the case or of coming about
From this reading Some of them may be hanging around still, even if the main party of them has moved on, and we do know that they are a revengeful race; that when one of them is hurt, or injured in any way, they are very likely not to rest until the injury is avenged.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading Dolly, at first, was a little chastened, and seemed wholly ready to stay quietly in camp.
most important element
From this reading Some of them may be hanging around still, even if the main party of them has moved on, and we do know that they are a revengeful race; that when one of them is hurt, or injured in any way, they are very likely not to rest until the injury is avenged.
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading Some of them may be hanging around still, even if the main party of them has moved on, and we do know that they are a revengeful race; that when one of them is hurt, or injured in any way, they are very likely not to rest until the injury is avenged.
fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind
From this reading "I think it's as safe as ever now, along the well-known trails that are used all the time," said Miss Eleanor, "but, after all, we don't know much about the gypsies.
the time period between dawn and noon
From this reading A FRIENDLY CONTEST Morning found both Dolly and Bessie refreshed, and, though the other girls asked them anxiously about themselves, neither seemed to feel any ill effects after the excitement of the previous day, with its series of surprising events.
being excited or provoked to the expression of an emotion
From this reading Some of them may be hanging around still, even if the main party of them has moved on, and we do know that they are a revengeful race; that when one of them is hurt, or injured in any way, they are very likely not to rest until the injury is avenged.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading "I think it's as safe as ever now, along the well-known trails that are used all the time," said Miss Eleanor, "but, after all, we don't know much about the gypsies.
not one and not the other of two
From this reading A FRIENDLY CONTEST Morning found both Dolly and Bessie refreshed, and, though the other girls asked them anxiously about themselves, neither seemed to feel any ill effects after the excitement of the previous day, with its series of surprising events.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading And, indeed, all the girls decided that it would be better, for the time at least, not to venture far into the woods.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading "I think it's as safe as ever now, along the well-known trails that are used all the time," said Miss Eleanor, "but, after all, we don't know much about the gypsies.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading A FRIENDLY CONTEST Morning found both Dolly and Bessie refreshed, and, though the other girls asked them anxiously about themselves, neither seemed to feel any ill effects after the excitement of the previous day, with its series of surprising events.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Some of them may be hanging around still, even if the main party of them has moved on, and we do know that they are a revengeful race; that when one of them is hurt, or injured in any way, they are very likely not to rest until the injury is avenged.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading Some of them may be hanging around still, even if the main party of them has moved on, and we do know that they are a revengeful race; that when one of them is hurt, or injured in any way, they are very likely not to rest until the injury is avenged.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading Some of them may be hanging around still, even if the main party of them has moved on, and we do know that they are a revengeful race; that when one of them is hurt, or injured in any way, they are very likely not to rest until the injury is avenged.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading A FRIENDLY CONTEST Morning found both Dolly and Bessie refreshed, and, though the other girls asked them anxiously about themselves, neither seemed to feel any ill effects after the excitement of the previous day, with its series of surprising events.
an organization to gain political power
From this reading Some of them may be hanging around still, even if the main party of them has moved on, and we do know that they are a revengeful race; that when one of them is hurt, or injured in any way, they are very likely not to rest until the injury is avenged.
just preceding something else in time or order
From this reading A FRIENDLY CONTEST Morning found both Dolly and Bessie refreshed, and, though the other girls asked them anxiously about themselves, neither seemed to feel any ill effects after the excitement of the previous day, with its series of surprising events.
with low volume
From this reading Dolly, at first, was a little chastened, and seemed wholly ready to stay quietly in camp.
any competition
From this reading Some of them may be hanging around still, even if the main party of them has moved on, and we do know that they are a revengeful race; that when one of them is hurt, or injured in any way, they are very likely not to rest until the injury is avenged.
completely prepared or in condition for immediate action or use or progress
From this reading Dolly, at first, was a little chastened, and seemed wholly ready to stay quietly in camp.
refreshedadjectiveUS /riˈfreʃt/
with restored energy
From this reading A FRIENDLY CONTEST Morning found both Dolly and Bessie refreshed, and, though the other girls asked them anxiously about themselves, neither seemed to feel any ill effects after the excitement of the previous day, with its series of surprising events.
not move; be in a resting position
From this reading Some of them may be hanging around still, even if the main party of them has moved on, and we do know that they are a revengeful race; that when one of them is hurt, or injured in any way, they are very likely not to rest until the injury is avenged.
revengefuladjective
disposed to seek revenge or intended for revenge
From this reading Some of them may be hanging around still, even if the main party of them has moved on, and we do know that they are a revengeful race; that when one of them is hurt, or injured in any way, they are very likely not to rest until the injury is avenged.
free from danger or the risk of harm
From this reading "I think it's as safe as ever now, along the well-known trails that are used all the time," said Miss Eleanor, "but, after all, we don't know much about the gypsies.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading "I think it's as safe as ever now, along the well-known trails that are used all the time," said Miss Eleanor, "but, after all, we don't know much about the gypsies.
past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading A FRIENDLY CONTEST Morning found both Dolly and Bessie refreshed, and, though the other girls asked them anxiously about themselves, neither seemed to feel any ill effects after the excitement of the previous day, with its series of surprising events.
seriesnounUS /ˈsɪriz/
similar things placed in order or happening one after another
From this reading A FRIENDLY CONTEST Morning found both Dolly and Bessie refreshed, and, though the other girls asked them anxiously about themselves, neither seemed to feel any ill effects after the excitement of the previous day, with its series of surprising events.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading Some of them may be hanging around still, even if the main party of them has moved on, and we do know that they are a revengeful race; that when one of them is hurt, or injured in any way, they are very likely not to rest until the injury is avenged.
stay the same; remain in a certain state
From this reading Dolly, at first, was a little chastened, and seemed wholly ready to stay quietly in camp.
not in physical motion
From this reading Some of them may be hanging around still, even if the main party of them has moved on, and we do know that they are a revengeful race; that when one of them is hurt, or injured in any way, they are very likely not to rest until the injury is avenged.
surprisingadjectiveUS /sərˈpraɪzɪŋ/
causing surprise or wonder or amazement
From this reading A FRIENDLY CONTEST Morning found both Dolly and Bessie refreshed, and, though the other girls asked them anxiously about themselves, neither seemed to feel any ill effects after the excitement of the previous day, with its series of surprising events.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading And, indeed, all the girls decided that it would be better, for the time at least, not to venture far into the woods.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading A FRIENDLY CONTEST Morning found both Dolly and Bessie refreshed, and, though the other girls asked them anxiously about themselves, neither seemed to feel any ill effects after the excitement of the previous day, with its series of surprising events.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading A FRIENDLY CONTEST Morning found both Dolly and Bessie refreshed, and, though the other girls asked them anxiously about themselves, neither seemed to feel any ill effects after the excitement of the previous day, with its series of surprising events.
used when the people doing the action are also its object
From this reading A FRIENDLY CONTEST Morning found both Dolly and Bessie refreshed, and, though the other girls asked them anxiously about themselves, neither seemed to feel any ill effects after the excitement of the previous day, with its series of surprising events.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Some of them may be hanging around still, even if the main party of them has moved on, and we do know that they are a revengeful race; that when one of them is hurt, or injured in any way, they are very likely not to rest until the injury is avenged.
judge or regard; look upon; judge
From this reading "I think it's as safe as ever now, along the well-known trails that are used all the time," said Miss Eleanor, "but, after all, we don't know much about the gypsies.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading A FRIENDLY CONTEST Morning found both Dolly and Bessie refreshed, and, though the other girls asked them anxiously about themselves, neither seemed to feel any ill effects after the excitement of the previous day, with its series of surprising events.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading And, indeed, all the girls decided that it would be better, for the time at least, not to venture far into the woods.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading A FRIENDLY CONTEST Morning found both Dolly and Bessie refreshed, and, though the other girls asked them anxiously about themselves, neither seemed to feel any ill effects after the excitement of the previous day, with its series of surprising events.
trailsnounUS /treɪlz/
plural of “trail” — a track or mark left by something that has passed
From this reading "I think it's as safe as ever now, along the well-known trails that are used all the time," said Miss Eleanor, "but, after all, we don't know much about the gypsies.
untilprepositionUS /ənˈtɪl/
up to a particular time
From this reading Some of them may be hanging around still, even if the main party of them has moved on, and we do know that they are a revengeful race; that when one of them is hurt, or injured in any way, they are very likely not to rest until the injury is avenged.
employed in accomplishing something
From this reading "I think it's as safe as ever now, along the well-known trails that are used all the time," said Miss Eleanor, "but, after all, we don't know much about the gypsies.
any venturesome undertaking especially one with an uncertain outcome
From this reading And, indeed, all the girls decided that it would be better, for the time at least, not to venture far into the woods.
precisely as stated
From this reading Some of them may be hanging around still, even if the main party of them has moved on, and we do know that they are a revengeful race; that when one of them is hurt, or injured in any way, they are very likely not to rest until the injury is avenged.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Dolly, at first, was a little chastened, and seemed wholly ready to stay quietly in camp.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading Some of them may be hanging around still, even if the main party of them has moved on, and we do know that they are a revengeful race; that when one of them is hurt, or injured in any way, they are very likely not to rest until the injury is avenged.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading "I think it's as safe as ever now, along the well-known trails that are used all the time," said Miss Eleanor, "but, after all, we don't know much about the gypsies.
well-knownadjectiveUS /ˈwelˈnoʊn/
widely or fully known
From this reading "I think it's as safe as ever now, along the well-known trails that are used all the time," said Miss Eleanor, "but, after all, we don't know much about the gypsies.
at the time that
From this reading Some of them may be hanging around still, even if the main party of them has moved on, and we do know that they are a revengeful race; that when one of them is hurt, or injured in any way, they are very likely not to rest until the injury is avenged.
to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)
From this reading Dolly, at first, was a little chastened, and seemed wholly ready to stay quietly in camp.
in the company of; together with
From this reading A FRIENDLY CONTEST Morning found both Dolly and Bessie refreshed, and, though the other girls asked them anxiously about themselves, neither seemed to feel any ill effects after the excitement of the previous day, with its series of surprising events.
the trees and other plants in a large densely wooded area
From this reading And, indeed, all the girls decided that it would be better, for the time at least, not to venture far into the woods.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading And, indeed, all the girls decided that it would be better, for the time at least, not to venture far into the woods.
