used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Mrs. McCall washed his face and hands, and even kissed him—on the sly—and then set him down to a very satisfying meal.
abodenounUS /əˈboʊd/
any address at which you dwell more than temporarily
From this reading For as often as he had raided Mrs. McCall’s pantry at night since taking up his abode in the garret of the old Corner House, he had not had a real “_square_” meal for a month.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading AUNT SARAH SPEAKS OUT Tommy Rooney’s capture explained some of the mysterious happenings about the old Corner House, but he could not satisfy Ruth regarding the figure she had seen appear at the garret window.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading They were all kind to Tommy, however—all but Mrs. Treble—after Tess had pleaded for him.
(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 They were all kind to Tommy, however—all but Mrs. Treble—after Tess had pleaded for him.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Mrs. McCall washed his face and hands, and even kissed him—on the sly—and then set him down to a very satisfying meal.
give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading AUNT SARAH SPEAKS OUT Tommy Rooney’s capture explained some of the mysterious happenings about the old Corner House, but he could not satisfy Ruth regarding the figure she had seen appear at the garret window.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading For as often as he had raided Mrs. McCall’s pantry at night since taking up his abode in the garret of the old Corner House, he had not had a real “_square_” meal for a month.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading AUNT SARAH SPEAKS OUT Tommy Rooney’s capture explained some of the mysterious happenings about the old Corner House, but he could not satisfy Ruth regarding the figure she had seen appear at the garret window.
the sister of your father or mother; the wife of your uncle
From this reading AUNT SARAH SPEAKS OUT Tommy Rooney’s capture explained some of the mysterious happenings about the old Corner House, but he could not satisfy Ruth regarding the figure she had seen appear at the garret window.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading For _that_ happened before Tommy had ever been in the house.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading For _that_ happened before Tommy had ever been in the house.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading AUNT SARAH SPEAKS OUT Tommy Rooney’s capture explained some of the mysterious happenings about the old Corner House, but he could not satisfy Ruth regarding the figure she had seen appear at the garret window.
captureverbUS /ˈkæptʃər/
succeed in representing or expressing something intangible
From this reading AUNT SARAH SPEAKS OUT Tommy Rooney’s capture explained some of the mysterious happenings about the old Corner House, but he could not satisfy Ruth regarding the figure she had seen appear at the garret window.
a place off to the side of an area
From this reading AUNT SARAH SPEAKS OUT Tommy Rooney’s capture explained some of the mysterious happenings about the old Corner House, but he could not satisfy Ruth regarding the figure she had seen appear at the garret window.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading AUNT SARAH SPEAKS OUT Tommy Rooney’s capture explained some of the mysterious happenings about the old Corner House, but he could not satisfy Ruth regarding the figure she had seen appear at the garret window.
being or moving lower in position or less in some value
From this reading Mrs. McCall washed his face and hands, and even kissed him—on the sly—and then set him down to a very satisfying meal.
divisible by two
From this reading Mrs. McCall washed his face and hands, and even kissed him—on the sly—and then set him down to a very satisfying meal.
at any time
From this reading For _that_ happened before Tommy had ever been in the house.
past form of “explain” — make plain and comprehensible
From this reading AUNT SARAH SPEAKS OUT Tommy Rooney’s capture explained some of the mysterious happenings about the old Corner House, but he could not satisfy Ruth regarding the figure she had seen appear at the garret window.
the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear
From this reading Mrs. McCall washed his face and hands, and even kissed him—on the sly—and then set him down to a very satisfying meal.
a diagram or picture illustrating textual material
From this reading AUNT SARAH SPEAKS OUT Tommy Rooney’s capture explained some of the mysterious happenings about the old Corner House, but he could not satisfy Ruth regarding the figure she had seen appear at the garret window.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading For _that_ happened before Tommy had ever been in the house.
garretnounUS /ˈɡerɪt/
floor consisting of open space at the top of a house just below roof; often used for storage
From this reading AUNT SARAH SPEAKS OUT Tommy Rooney’s capture explained some of the mysterious happenings about the old Corner House, but he could not satisfy Ruth regarding the figure she had seen appear at the garret window.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading AUNT SARAH SPEAKS OUT Tommy Rooney’s capture explained some of the mysterious happenings about the old Corner House, but he could not satisfy Ruth regarding the figure she had seen appear at the garret window.
(with “in”) guardianship over; in divorce cases it is the right to house and care for and discipline a child
From this reading Mrs. McCall washed his face and hands, and even kissed him—on the sly—and then set him down to a very satisfying meal.
past form of “happen” — come to pass
From this reading For _that_ happened before Tommy had ever been in the house.
happeningsnounUS /ˈhæpənɪŋz/
plural of “happening” — an event that happens
From this reading AUNT SARAH SPEAKS OUT Tommy Rooney’s capture explained some of the mysterious happenings about the old Corner House, but he could not satisfy Ruth regarding the figure she had seen appear at the garret window.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading AUNT SARAH SPEAKS OUT Tommy Rooney’s capture explained some of the mysterious happenings about the old Corner House, but he could not satisfy Ruth regarding the figure she had seen appear at the garret window.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading They were all kind to Tommy, however—all but Mrs. Treble—after Tess had pleaded for him.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Mrs. McCall washed his face and hands, and even kissed him—on the sly—and then set him down to a very satisfying meal.
a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families
From this reading AUNT SARAH SPEAKS OUT Tommy Rooney’s capture explained some of the mysterious happenings about the old Corner House, but he could not satisfy Ruth regarding the figure she had seen appear at the garret window.
used to add a contrasting statement
From this reading They were all kind to Tommy, however—all but Mrs. Treble—after Tess had pleaded for him.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading For _that_ happened before Tommy had ever been in the house.
having or showing a tender and considerate and helpful nature; used especially of persons and their behavior
From this reading They were all kind to Tommy, however—all but Mrs. Treble—after Tess had pleaded for him.
past form of “kiss” — touch with the lips or press the lips (against someone's mouth or other body part) as an expression of love, greeting, etc.
From this reading Mrs. McCall washed his face and hands, and even kissed him—on the sly—and then set him down to a very satisfying meal.
McCall
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From this reading Mrs. McCall washed his face and hands, and even kissed him—on the sly—and then set him down to a very satisfying meal.
McCall's
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From this reading For as often as he had raided Mrs. McCall’s pantry at night since taking up his abode in the garret of the old Corner House, he had not had a real “_square_” meal for a month.
the food served and eaten at one time
From this reading Mrs. McCall washed his face and hands, and even kissed him—on the sly—and then set him down to a very satisfying meal.
one of the twelve divisions of the calendar year
From this reading For as often as he had raided Mrs. McCall’s pantry at night since taking up his abode in the garret of the old Corner House, he had not had a real “_square_” meal for a month.
a form of address for a married woman
From this reading They were all kind to Tommy, however—all but Mrs. Treble—after Tess had pleaded for him.
of an obscure nature
From this reading AUNT SARAH SPEAKS OUT Tommy Rooney’s capture explained some of the mysterious happenings about the old Corner House, but he could not satisfy Ruth regarding the figure she had seen appear at the garret window.
the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside
From this reading For as often as he had raided Mrs. McCall’s pantry at night since taking up his abode in the garret of the old Corner House, he had not had a real “_square_” meal for a month.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading AUNT SARAH SPEAKS OUT Tommy Rooney’s capture explained some of the mysterious happenings about the old Corner House, but he could not satisfy Ruth regarding the figure she had seen appear at the garret window.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading AUNT SARAH SPEAKS OUT Tommy Rooney’s capture explained some of the mysterious happenings about the old Corner House, but he could not satisfy Ruth regarding the figure she had seen appear at the garret window.
many times at short intervals
From this reading For as often as he had raided Mrs. McCall’s pantry at night since taking up his abode in the garret of the old Corner House, he had not had a real “_square_” meal for a month.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading AUNT SARAH SPEAKS OUT Tommy Rooney’s capture explained some of the mysterious happenings about the old Corner House, but he could not satisfy Ruth regarding the figure she had seen appear at the garret window.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Mrs. McCall washed his face and hands, and even kissed him—on the sly—and then set him down to a very satisfying meal.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading AUNT SARAH SPEAKS OUT Tommy Rooney’s capture explained some of the mysterious happenings about the old Corner House, but he could not satisfy Ruth regarding the figure she had seen appear at the garret window.
pantrynounUS /ˈpæntri/
a small storeroom for storing foods or wines
From this reading For as often as he had raided Mrs. McCall’s pantry at night since taking up his abode in the garret of the old Corner House, he had not had a real “_square_” meal for a month.
pleadedverbUS /ˈpliːdɪd/
past form of “plead” — appeal or request earnestly
From this reading They were all kind to Tommy, however—all but Mrs. Treble—after Tess had pleaded for him.
raidedverbUS /ˈreɪdɪd/
past form of “raid” — search without warning, make a sudden surprise attack on
From this reading For as often as he had raided Mrs. McCall’s pantry at night since taking up his abode in the garret of the old Corner House, he had not had a real “_square_” meal for a month.
being or occurring in fact or actuality; having verified existence; not illusory
From this reading For as often as he had raided Mrs. McCall’s pantry at night since taking up his abode in the garret of the old Corner House, he had not had a real “_square_” meal for a month.
-ing form of “regard” — deem to be
From this reading AUNT SARAH SPEAKS OUT Tommy Rooney’s capture explained some of the mysterious happenings about the old Corner House, but he could not satisfy Ruth regarding the figure she had seen appear at the garret window.
Rooney's
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From this reading AUNT SARAH SPEAKS OUT Tommy Rooney’s capture explained some of the mysterious happenings about the old Corner House, but he could not satisfy Ruth regarding the figure she had seen appear at the garret window.
United States professional baseball player famous for hitting home runs (1895-1948)
From this reading AUNT SARAH SPEAKS OUT Tommy Rooney’s capture explained some of the mysterious happenings about the old Corner House, but he could not satisfy Ruth regarding the figure she had seen appear at the garret window.
SARAHnounUS /ˈserə/
(Old Testament) the wife of Abraham and mother of Isaac
From this reading AUNT SARAH SPEAKS OUT Tommy Rooney’s capture explained some of the mysterious happenings about the old Corner House, but he could not satisfy Ruth regarding the figure she had seen appear at the garret window.
satisfyverbUS /ˈsætəsfaɪ/
meet the requirements or expectations of
From this reading AUNT SARAH SPEAKS OUT Tommy Rooney’s capture explained some of the mysterious happenings about the old Corner House, but he could not satisfy Ruth regarding the figure she had seen appear at the garret window.
satisfyingadjectiveUS /ˈsætɪsfaɪɪŋ/
providing abundant nourishment
From this reading Mrs. McCall washed his face and hands, and even kissed him—on the sly—and then set him down to a very satisfying meal.
inflected form of “see” — perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading AUNT SARAH SPEAKS OUT Tommy Rooney’s capture explained some of the mysterious happenings about the old Corner House, but he could not satisfy Ruth regarding the figure she had seen appear at the garret window.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading Mrs. McCall washed his face and hands, and even kissed him—on the sly—and then set him down to a very satisfying meal.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading AUNT SARAH SPEAKS OUT Tommy Rooney’s capture explained some of the mysterious happenings about the old Corner House, but he could not satisfy Ruth regarding the figure she had seen appear at the garret window.
sinceprepositionUS /sɪns/
from a time in the past until now
From this reading For as often as he had raided Mrs. McCall’s pantry at night since taking up his abode in the garret of the old Corner House, he had not had a real “_square_” meal for a month.
slyadjectiveUS /slaɪ/
marked by skill in deception
From this reading Mrs. McCall washed his face and hands, and even kissed him—on the sly—and then set him down to a very satisfying meal.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading AUNT SARAH SPEAKS OUT Tommy Rooney’s capture explained some of the mysterious happenings about the old Corner House, but he could not satisfy Ruth regarding the figure she had seen appear at the garret window.
SPEAKSverbUS /spiːks/
third-person singular of “speak” — express in speech
From this reading AUNT SARAH SPEAKS OUT Tommy Rooney’s capture explained some of the mysterious happenings about the old Corner House, but he could not satisfy Ruth regarding the figure she had seen appear at the garret window.
make square
From this reading For as often as he had raided Mrs. McCall’s pantry at night since taking up his abode in the garret of the old Corner House, he had not had a real “_square_” meal for a month.
the act of someone who picks up or takes something
From this reading For as often as he had raided Mrs. McCall’s pantry at night since taking up his abode in the garret of the old Corner House, he had not had a real “_square_” meal for a month.
Tess
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From this reading They were all kind to Tommy, however—all but Mrs. Treble—after Tess had pleaded for him.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading For _that_ happened before Tommy had ever been in the house.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading AUNT SARAH SPEAKS OUT Tommy Rooney’s capture explained some of the mysterious happenings about the old Corner House, but he could not satisfy Ruth regarding the figure she had seen appear at the garret window.
subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)
From this reading Mrs. McCall washed his face and hands, and even kissed him—on the sly—and then set him down to a very satisfying meal.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading They were all kind to Tommy, however—all but Mrs. Treble—after Tess had pleaded for him.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading They were all kind to Tommy, however—all but Mrs. Treble—after Tess had pleaded for him.
Tommy
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From this reading AUNT SARAH SPEAKS OUT Tommy Rooney’s capture explained some of the mysterious happenings about the old Corner House, but he could not satisfy Ruth regarding the figure she had seen appear at the garret window.
TrebleadjectiveUS /ˈtrebəl/
having or denoting a high range
From this reading They were all kind to Tommy, however—all but Mrs. Treble—after Tess had pleaded for him.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading For as often as he had raided Mrs. McCall’s pantry at night since taking up his abode in the garret of the old Corner House, he had not had a real “_square_” meal for a month.
precisely as stated
From this reading Mrs. McCall washed his face and hands, and even kissed him—on the sly—and then set him down to a very satisfying meal.
clean by virtue of having been washed in water
From this reading Mrs. McCall washed his face and hands, and even kissed him—on the sly—and then set him down to a very satisfying meal.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading They were all kind to Tommy, however—all but Mrs. Treble—after Tess had pleaded for him.
a framework of wood or metal that contains a glass windowpane and is built into a wall or roof to admit light or air
From this reading AUNT SARAH SPEAKS OUT Tommy Rooney’s capture explained some of the mysterious happenings about the old Corner House, but he could not satisfy Ruth regarding the figure she had seen appear at the garret window.
