Chapter XVI

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

From this reading Preparing for Trouble Tom Dare and the settlers managed to hold their own against the redcoats, and the latter, after two or three attempts at forcing their way into the houses sheltering the marksmen, retreated about half a mile and evidently held a council, for they gesticulated quite a good deal.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading Preparing for Trouble Tom Dare and the settlers managed to hold their own against the redcoats, and the latter, after two or three attempts at forcing their way into the houses sheltering the marksmen, retreated about half a mile and evidently held a council, for they gesticulated quite a good deal.

later than; following

From this reading Preparing for Trouble Tom Dare and the settlers managed to hold their own against the redcoats, and the latter, after two or three attempts at forcing their way into the houses sheltering the marksmen, retreated about half a mile and evidently held a council, for they gesticulated quite a good deal.

touching and pressing; in opposition to

From this reading Preparing for Trouble Tom Dare and the settlers managed to hold their own against the redcoats, and the latter, after two or three attempts at forcing their way into the houses sheltering the marksmen, retreated about half a mile and evidently held a council, for they gesticulated quite a good deal.

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

From this reading Preparing for Trouble Tom Dare and the settlers managed to hold their own against the redcoats, and the latter, after two or three attempts at forcing their way into the houses sheltering the marksmen, retreated about half a mile and evidently held a council, for they gesticulated quite a good deal.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading “Do you think so?” asked Mr. Hicks, the man who was looked upon as being the leader at the settlement.

past form of “ask” — make a request or demand for something to somebody

From this reading “Do you think so?” asked Mr. Hicks, the man who was looked upon as being the leader at the settlement.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Preparing for Trouble Tom Dare and the settlers managed to hold their own against the redcoats, and the latter, after two or three attempts at forcing their way into the houses sheltering the marksmen, retreated about half a mile and evidently held a council, for they gesticulated quite a good deal.

plural of “attempt” — earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something

From this reading Preparing for Trouble Tom Dare and the settlers managed to hold their own against the redcoats, and the latter, after two or three attempts at forcing their way into the houses sheltering the marksmen, retreated about half a mile and evidently held a council, for they gesticulated quite a good deal.

in or to or toward a former location

From this reading “He’s going back to the fort after reinforcements.”

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading “Do you think so?” asked Mr. Hicks, the man who was looked upon as being the leader at the settlement.

a body serving in an administrative capacity

From this reading Preparing for Trouble Tom Dare and the settlers managed to hold their own against the redcoats, and the latter, after two or three attempts at forcing their way into the houses sheltering the marksmen, retreated about half a mile and evidently held a council, for they gesticulated quite a good deal.

take upon oneself; act presumptuously, without permission

From this reading Preparing for Trouble Tom Dare and the settlers managed to hold their own against the redcoats, and the latter, after two or three attempts at forcing their way into the houses sheltering the marksmen, retreated about half a mile and evidently held a council, for they gesticulated quite a good deal.

act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression

From this reading Preparing for Trouble Tom Dare and the settlers managed to hold their own against the redcoats, and the latter, after two or three attempts at forcing their way into the houses sheltering the marksmen, retreated about half a mile and evidently held a council, for they gesticulated quite a good deal.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading “Do you think so?” asked Mr. Hicks, the man who was looked upon as being the leader at the settlement.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading Then the settlers saw one of the soldiers take his leave, hastening down the valley, and Tom Dare exclaimed:

unmistakably (“plain” is often used informally for “plainly”)

From this reading Preparing for Trouble Tom Dare and the settlers managed to hold their own against the redcoats, and the latter, after two or three attempts at forcing their way into the houses sheltering the marksmen, retreated about half a mile and evidently held a council, for they gesticulated quite a good deal.

past form of “exclaim” — utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy

From this reading Then the settlers saw one of the soldiers take his leave, hastening down the valley, and Tom Dare exclaimed:

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Preparing for Trouble Tom Dare and the settlers managed to hold their own against the redcoats, and the latter, after two or three attempts at forcing their way into the houses sheltering the marksmen, retreated about half a mile and evidently held a council, for they gesticulated quite a good deal.

-ing form of “force” — to cause to do through pressure or necessity, by physical, moral or intellectual means

From this reading Preparing for Trouble Tom Dare and the settlers managed to hold their own against the redcoats, and the latter, after two or three attempts at forcing their way into the houses sheltering the marksmen, retreated about half a mile and evidently held a council, for they gesticulated quite a good deal.

a fortified military post where troops are stationed

From this reading “He’s going back to the fort after reinforcements.”

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From this reading Preparing for Trouble Tom Dare and the settlers managed to hold their own against the redcoats, and the latter, after two or three attempts at forcing their way into the houses sheltering the marksmen, retreated about half a mile and evidently held a council, for they gesticulated quite a good deal.

the act of departing

From this reading “He’s going back to the fort after reinforcements.”

having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified

From this reading Preparing for Trouble Tom Dare and the settlers managed to hold their own against the redcoats, and the latter, after two or three attempts at forcing their way into the houses sheltering the marksmen, retreated about half a mile and evidently held a council, for they gesticulated quite a good deal.

consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity

From this reading Preparing for Trouble Tom Dare and the settlers managed to hold their own against the redcoats, and the latter, after two or three attempts at forcing their way into the houses sheltering the marksmen, retreated about half a mile and evidently held a council, for they gesticulated quite a good deal.

-ing form of “hasten” — act or move at high speed

From this reading Then the settlers saw one of the soldiers take his leave, hastening down the valley, and Tom Dare exclaimed:

a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading “Yes, that is what he is going to do.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading “He’s going back to the fort after reinforcements.”

occupied or in the control of; often used in combination

From this reading Preparing for Trouble Tom Dare and the settlers managed to hold their own against the redcoats, and the latter, after two or three attempts at forcing their way into the houses sheltering the marksmen, retreated about half a mile and evidently held a council, for they gesticulated quite a good deal.

plural of “hick” — a person who is not very intelligent or interested in culture

From this reading “Do you think so?” asked Mr. Hicks, the man who was looked upon as being the leader at the settlement.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading Then the settlers saw one of the soldiers take his leave, hastening down the valley, and Tom Dare exclaimed:

cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”

From this reading Preparing for Trouble Tom Dare and the settlers managed to hold their own against the redcoats, and the latter, after two or three attempts at forcing their way into the houses sheltering the marksmen, retreated about half a mile and evidently held a council, for they gesticulated quite a good deal.

plural of “house” — a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families

From this reading Preparing for Trouble Tom Dare and the settlers managed to hold their own against the redcoats, and the latter, after two or three attempts at forcing their way into the houses sheltering the marksmen, retreated about half a mile and evidently held a council, for they gesticulated quite a good deal.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading Preparing for Trouble Tom Dare and the settlers managed to hold their own against the redcoats, and the latter, after two or three attempts at forcing their way into the houses sheltering the marksmen, retreated about half a mile and evidently held a council, for they gesticulated quite a good deal.

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

From this reading “Yes, that is what he is going to do.

referring to the second of two things or persons mentioned (or the last one or ones of several)

From this reading Preparing for Trouble Tom Dare and the settlers managed to hold their own against the redcoats, and the latter, after two or three attempts at forcing their way into the houses sheltering the marksmen, retreated about half a mile and evidently held a council, for they gesticulated quite a good deal.

a person who rules or guides or inspires others

From this reading “Do you think so?” asked Mr. Hicks, the man who was looked upon as being the leader at the settlement.

go away from a place

From this reading Then the settlers saw one of the soldiers take his leave, hastening down the valley, and Tom Dare exclaimed:

past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading “Do you think so?” asked Mr. Hicks, the man who was looked upon as being the leader at the settlement.

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading “Do you think so?” asked Mr. Hicks, the man who was looked upon as being the leader at the settlement.

past form of “manage” — be successful; achieve a goal

From this reading Preparing for Trouble Tom Dare and the settlers managed to hold their own against the redcoats, and the latter, after two or three attempts at forcing their way into the houses sheltering the marksmen, retreated about half a mile and evidently held a council, for they gesticulated quite a good deal.

plural of “marksman” — someone skilled in shooting

From this reading Preparing for Trouble Tom Dare and the settlers managed to hold their own against the redcoats, and the latter, after two or three attempts at forcing their way into the houses sheltering the marksmen, retreated about half a mile and evidently held a council, for they gesticulated quite a good deal.

a unit of length equal to 1,760 yards or 5,280 feet; exactly 1609.344 meters

From this reading Preparing for Trouble Tom Dare and the settlers managed to hold their own against the redcoats, and the latter, after two or three attempts at forcing their way into the houses sheltering the marksmen, retreated about half a mile and evidently held a council, for they gesticulated quite a good deal.

a form of address for a man

From this reading “Do you think so?” asked Mr. Hicks, the man who was looked upon as being the leader at the settlement.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Then the settlers saw one of the soldiers take his leave, hastening down the valley, and Tom Dare exclaimed:

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading Then the settlers saw one of the soldiers take his leave, hastening down the valley, and Tom Dare exclaimed:

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Preparing for Trouble Tom Dare and the settlers managed to hold their own against the redcoats, and the latter, after two or three attempts at forcing their way into the houses sheltering the marksmen, retreated about half a mile and evidently held a council, for they gesticulated quite a good deal.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading Preparing for Trouble Tom Dare and the settlers managed to hold their own against the redcoats, and the latter, after two or three attempts at forcing their way into the houses sheltering the marksmen, retreated about half a mile and evidently held a council, for they gesticulated quite a good deal.

-ing form of “prepare” — make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc

From this reading Preparing for Trouble Tom Dare and the settlers managed to hold their own against the redcoats, and the latter, after two or three attempts at forcing their way into the houses sheltering the marksmen, retreated about half a mile and evidently held a council, for they gesticulated quite a good deal.

to a degree (not used with a negative)

From this reading Preparing for Trouble Tom Dare and the settlers managed to hold their own against the redcoats, and the latter, after two or three attempts at forcing their way into the houses sheltering the marksmen, retreated about half a mile and evidently held a council, for they gesticulated quite a good deal.

plural of “redcoat” — British soldier; so-called because of his red coat (especially during the American Revolution)

From this reading Preparing for Trouble Tom Dare and the settlers managed to hold their own against the redcoats, and the latter, after two or three attempts at forcing their way into the houses sheltering the marksmen, retreated about half a mile and evidently held a council, for they gesticulated quite a good deal.

plural of “reinforcement” — a military operation (often involving new supplies of men and materiel) to strengthen a military force or aid in the performance of its mission

From this reading “He’s going back to the fort after reinforcements.”

people who have retreated

From this reading Preparing for Trouble Tom Dare and the settlers managed to hold their own against the redcoats, and the latter, after two or three attempts at forcing their way into the houses sheltering the marksmen, retreated about half a mile and evidently held a council, for they gesticulated quite a good deal.

cut with a saw

From this reading Then the settlers saw one of the soldiers take his leave, hastening down the valley, and Tom Dare exclaimed:

a body of people who settle far from home but maintain ties with their homeland; inhabitants remain nationals of their home state but are not literally under the home state's system of government

From this reading “Do you think so?” asked Mr. Hicks, the man who was looked upon as being the leader at the settlement.

plural of “settler” — a person who settles in a new colony or moves into new country

From this reading Preparing for Trouble Tom Dare and the settlers managed to hold their own against the redcoats, and the latter, after two or three attempts at forcing their way into the houses sheltering the marksmen, retreated about half a mile and evidently held a council, for they gesticulated quite a good deal.

-ing form of “shelter” — provide shelter for

From this reading Preparing for Trouble Tom Dare and the settlers managed to hold their own against the redcoats, and the latter, after two or three attempts at forcing their way into the houses sheltering the marksmen, retreated about half a mile and evidently held a council, for they gesticulated quite a good deal.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading “Do you think so?” asked Mr. Hicks, the man who was looked upon as being the leader at the settlement.

plural of “soldier” — an enlisted man or woman who serves in an army

From this reading Then the settlers saw one of the soldiers take his leave, hastening down the valley, and Tom Dare exclaimed:

carry out

From this reading Then the settlers saw one of the soldiers take his leave, hastening down the valley, and Tom Dare exclaimed:

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading “Yes, that is what he is going to do.

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

From this reading Preparing for Trouble Tom Dare and the settlers managed to hold their own against the redcoats, and the latter, after two or three attempts at forcing their way into the houses sheltering the marksmen, retreated about half a mile and evidently held a council, for they gesticulated quite a good deal.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Preparing for Trouble Tom Dare and the settlers managed to hold their own against the redcoats, and the latter, after two or three attempts at forcing their way into the houses sheltering the marksmen, retreated about half a mile and evidently held a council, for they gesticulated quite a good deal.

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading Then the settlers saw one of the soldiers take his leave, hastening down the valley, and Tom Dare exclaimed:

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading Preparing for Trouble Tom Dare and the settlers managed to hold their own against the redcoats, and the latter, after two or three attempts at forcing their way into the houses sheltering the marksmen, retreated about half a mile and evidently held a council, for they gesticulated quite a good deal.

judge or regard; look upon; judge

From this reading “Do you think so?” asked Mr. Hicks, the man who was looked upon as being the leader at the settlement.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one

From this reading Preparing for Trouble Tom Dare and the settlers managed to hold their own against the redcoats, and the latter, after two or three attempts at forcing their way into the houses sheltering the marksmen, retreated about half a mile and evidently held a council, for they gesticulated quite a good deal.

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

From this reading Preparing for Trouble Tom Dare and the settlers managed to hold their own against the redcoats, and the latter, after two or three attempts at forcing their way into the houses sheltering the marksmen, retreated about half a mile and evidently held a council, for they gesticulated quite a good deal.

male cat

From this reading Preparing for Trouble Tom Dare and the settlers managed to hold their own against the redcoats, and the latter, after two or three attempts at forcing their way into the houses sheltering the marksmen, retreated about half a mile and evidently held a council, for they gesticulated quite a good deal.

a source of difficulty

From this reading Preparing for Trouble Tom Dare and the settlers managed to hold their own against the redcoats, and the latter, after two or three attempts at forcing their way into the houses sheltering the marksmen, retreated about half a mile and evidently held a council, for they gesticulated quite a good deal.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading Preparing for Trouble Tom Dare and the settlers managed to hold their own against the redcoats, and the latter, after two or three attempts at forcing their way into the houses sheltering the marksmen, retreated about half a mile and evidently held a council, for they gesticulated quite a good deal.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading “Do you think so?” asked Mr. Hicks, the man who was looked upon as being the leader at the settlement.

a long depression in the surface of the land that usually contains a river

From this reading Then the settlers saw one of the soldiers take his leave, hastening down the valley, and Tom Dare exclaimed:

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

From this reading “Do you think so?” asked Mr. Hicks, the man who was looked upon as being the leader at the settlement.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading Preparing for Trouble Tom Dare and the settlers managed to hold their own against the redcoats, and the latter, after two or three attempts at forcing their way into the houses sheltering the marksmen, retreated about half a mile and evidently held a council, for they gesticulated quite a good deal.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading “Yes, that is what he is going to do.

which person or people

From this reading “Do you think so?” asked Mr. Hicks, the man who was looked upon as being the leader at the settlement.

an affirmative

From this reading “Yes, that is what he is going to do.

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading “Do you think so?” asked Mr. Hicks, the man who was looked upon as being the leader at the settlement.