Chapter IX

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

From this reading A crowd gathered from the street, attracted by the shouts of the men and the screams of the women, and several police officers were on hand.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading "Is there a way out of here?" asked Nat of Berry as, under the gleam of the moon, they looked about the yard which was not only surrounded by a high fence, but had buildings on both sides and at the rear.

a vaguely specified concern

From this reading THE WINDOW CLEANER Most of the excitement in the Spanish club seemed to center around the front entrance, probably because, when the lights were dimmed, patrons who had nothing to do with the affair which brought Nat Ridley there, ran out that way.

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

From this reading A crowd gathered from the street, attracted by the shouts of the men and the screams of the women, and several police officers were on hand.

present reasons and arguments

From this reading Nat and Berry sensed this as they emerged from a rear door into the small yard, the chief detective still carrying the half of the coat which he hastily stuffed beneath his own garment, so it would not attract attention, for Nat was rather sprucily attired and to see a gentleman of his calibre carrying a torn coat did not argue well.

surrounding, or on every side of, something

From this reading THE WINDOW CLEANER Most of the excitement in the Spanish club seemed to center around the front entrance, probably because, when the lights were dimmed, patrons who had nothing to do with the affair which brought Nat Ridley there, ran out that way.

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

From this reading Nat and Berry sensed this as they emerged from a rear door into the small yard, the chief detective still carrying the half of the coat which he hastily stuffed beneath his own garment, so it would not attract attention, for Nat was rather sprucily attired and to see a gentleman of his calibre carrying a torn coat did not argue well.

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

From this reading "Is there a way out of here?" asked Nat of Berry as, under the gleam of the moon, they looked about the yard which was not only surrounded by a high fence, but had buildings on both sides and at the rear.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading "Is there a way out of here?" asked Nat of Berry as, under the gleam of the moon, they looked about the yard which was not only surrounded by a high fence, but had buildings on both sides and at the rear.

the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others

From this reading Nat and Berry sensed this as they emerged from a rear door into the small yard, the chief detective still carrying the half of the coat which he hastily stuffed beneath his own garment, so it would not attract attention, for Nat was rather sprucily attired and to see a gentleman of his calibre carrying a torn coat did not argue well.

dressed or clothed especially in fine attire; often used in combination

From this reading Nat and Berry sensed this as they emerged from a rear door into the small yard, the chief detective still carrying the half of the coat which he hastily stuffed beneath his own garment, so it would not attract attention, for Nat was rather sprucily attired and to see a gentleman of his calibre carrying a torn coat did not argue well.

direct toward itself or oneself by means of some psychological power or physical attributes

From this reading Nat and Berry sensed this as they emerged from a rear door into the small yard, the chief detective still carrying the half of the coat which he hastily stuffed beneath his own garment, so it would not attract attention, for Nat was rather sprucily attired and to see a gentleman of his calibre carrying a torn coat did not argue well.

past form of “attract” — direct toward itself or oneself by means of some psychological power or physical attributes

From this reading A crowd gathered from the street, attracted by the shouts of the men and the screams of the women, and several police officers were on hand.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading "Surely there is!" declared Berry, who looked enough like Nat in that sleuth's regulation guise to be the latter's twin brother.

for the reason that

From this reading THE WINDOW CLEANER Most of the excitement in the Spanish club seemed to center around the front entrance, probably because, when the lights were dimmed, patrons who had nothing to do with the affair which brought Nat Ridley there, ran out that way.

Directly under; in or to a lower position than.

From this reading Nat and Berry sensed this as they emerged from a rear door into the small yard, the chief detective still carrying the half of the coat which he hastily stuffed beneath his own garment, so it would not attract attention, for Nat was rather sprucily attired and to see a gentleman of his calibre carrying a torn coat did not argue well.

any of numerous small and pulpy edible fruits; used as desserts or in making jams and jellies and preserves

From this reading Nat and Berry sensed this as they emerged from a rear door into the small yard, the chief detective still carrying the half of the coat which he hastily stuffed beneath his own garment, so it would not attract attention, for Nat was rather sprucily attired and to see a gentleman of his calibre carrying a torn coat did not argue well.

the two together, not just one

From this reading "Is there a way out of here?" asked Nat of Berry as, under the gleam of the moon, they looked about the yard which was not only surrounded by a high fence, but had buildings on both sides and at the rear.

a male with the same parents as someone else

From this reading "Surely there is!" declared Berry, who looked enough like Nat in that sleuth's regulation guise to be the latter's twin brother.

inflected form of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere

From this reading THE WINDOW CLEANER Most of the excitement in the Spanish club seemed to center around the front entrance, probably because, when the lights were dimmed, patrons who had nothing to do with the affair which brought Nat Ridley there, ran out that way.

plural of “building” — a structure that has a roof and walls and stands more or less permanently in one place

From this reading "Is there a way out of here?" asked Nat of Berry as, under the gleam of the moon, they looked about the yard which was not only surrounded by a high fence, but had buildings on both sides and at the rear.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading "Is there a way out of here?" asked Nat of Berry as, under the gleam of the moon, they looked about the yard which was not only surrounded by a high fence, but had buildings on both sides and at the rear.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading A crowd gathered from the street, attracted by the shouts of the men and the screams of the women, and several police officers were on hand.

a degree or grade of excellence or worth

From this reading Nat and Berry sensed this as they emerged from a rear door into the small yard, the chief detective still carrying the half of the coat which he hastily stuffed beneath his own garment, so it would not attract attention, for Nat was rather sprucily attired and to see a gentleman of his calibre carrying a torn coat did not argue well.

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

From this reading Nat and Berry sensed this as they emerged from a rear door into the small yard, the chief detective still carrying the half of the coat which he hastily stuffed beneath his own garment, so it would not attract attention, for Nat was rather sprucily attired and to see a gentleman of his calibre carrying a torn coat did not argue well.

The middle point or core of an area.

From this reading THE WINDOW CLEANER Most of the excitement in the Spanish club seemed to center around the front entrance, probably because, when the lights were dimmed, patrons who had nothing to do with the affair which brought Nat Ridley there, ran out that way.

a person who is in charge

From this reading Nat and Berry sensed this as they emerged from a rear door into the small yard, the chief detective still carrying the half of the coat which he hastily stuffed beneath his own garment, so it would not attract attention, for Nat was rather sprucily attired and to see a gentleman of his calibre carrying a torn coat did not argue well.

a preparation used in cleaning something

From this reading THE WINDOW CLEANER Most of the excitement in the Spanish club seemed to center around the front entrance, probably because, when the lights were dimmed, patrons who had nothing to do with the affair which brought Nat Ridley there, ran out that way.

a team of professional baseball players who play and travel together

From this reading THE WINDOW CLEANER Most of the excitement in the Spanish club seemed to center around the front entrance, probably because, when the lights were dimmed, patrons who had nothing to do with the affair which brought Nat Ridley there, ran out that way.

an outer garment that has sleeves and covers the body from shoulder down; worn outdoors

From this reading Nat and Berry sensed this as they emerged from a rear door into the small yard, the chief detective still carrying the half of the coat which he hastily stuffed beneath his own garment, so it would not attract attention, for Nat was rather sprucily attired and to see a gentleman of his calibre carrying a torn coat did not argue well.

cause to herd, drive, or crowd together

From this reading A crowd gathered from the street, attracted by the shouts of the men and the screams of the women, and several police officers were on hand.

made known or openly avowed

From this reading "Surely there is!" declared Berry, who looked enough like Nat in that sleuth's regulation guise to be the latter's twin brother.

a police officer who investigates crimes

From this reading Nat and Berry sensed this as they emerged from a rear door into the small yard, the chief detective still carrying the half of the coat which he hastily stuffed beneath his own garment, so it would not attract attention, for Nat was rather sprucily attired and to see a gentleman of his calibre carrying a torn coat did not argue well.

the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives

From this reading Nat and Berry sensed this as they emerged from a rear door into the small yard, the chief detective still carrying the half of the coat which he hastily stuffed beneath his own garment, so it would not attract attention, for Nat was rather sprucily attired and to see a gentleman of his calibre carrying a torn coat did not argue well.

made dim or less bright

From this reading THE WINDOW CLEANER Most of the excitement in the Spanish club seemed to center around the front entrance, probably because, when the lights were dimmed, patrons who had nothing to do with the affair which brought Nat Ridley there, ran out that way.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading THE WINDOW CLEANER Most of the excitement in the Spanish club seemed to center around the front entrance, probably because, when the lights were dimmed, patrons who had nothing to do with the affair which brought Nat Ridley there, ran out that way.

a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle

From this reading Nat and Berry sensed this as they emerged from a rear door into the small yard, the chief detective still carrying the half of the coat which he hastily stuffed beneath his own garment, so it would not attract attention, for Nat was rather sprucily attired and to see a gentleman of his calibre carrying a torn coat did not argue well.

past form of “emerge” — come out into view, as from concealment

From this reading Nat and Berry sensed this as they emerged from a rear door into the small yard, the chief detective still carrying the half of the coat which he hastily stuffed beneath his own garment, so it would not attract attention, for Nat was rather sprucily attired and to see a gentleman of his calibre carrying a torn coat did not argue well.

an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose

From this reading "Surely there is!" declared Berry, who looked enough like Nat in that sleuth's regulation guise to be the latter's twin brother.

something that provides access (to get in or get out)

From this reading THE WINDOW CLEANER Most of the excitement in the Spanish club seemed to center around the front entrance, probably because, when the lights were dimmed, patrons who had nothing to do with the affair which brought Nat Ridley there, ran out that way.

the feeling of lively and cheerful joy

From this reading THE WINDOW CLEANER Most of the excitement in the Spanish club seemed to center around the front entrance, probably because, when the lights were dimmed, patrons who had nothing to do with the affair which brought Nat Ridley there, ran out that way.

enclose with a fence

From this reading "Is there a way out of here?" asked Nat of Berry as, under the gleam of the moon, they looked about the yard which was not only surrounded by a high fence, but had buildings on both sides and at the rear.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Nat and Berry sensed this as they emerged from a rear door into the small yard, the chief detective still carrying the half of the coat which he hastily stuffed beneath his own garment, so it would not attract attention, for Nat was rather sprucily attired and to see a gentleman of his calibre carrying a torn coat did not argue well.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading A crowd gathered from the street, attracted by the shouts of the men and the screams of the women, and several police officers were on hand.

the side that is forward or prominent

From this reading THE WINDOW CLEANER Most of the excitement in the Spanish club seemed to center around the front entrance, probably because, when the lights were dimmed, patrons who had nothing to do with the affair which brought Nat Ridley there, ran out that way.

an article of clothing

From this reading Nat and Berry sensed this as they emerged from a rear door into the small yard, the chief detective still carrying the half of the coat which he hastily stuffed beneath his own garment, so it would not attract attention, for Nat was rather sprucily attired and to see a gentleman of his calibre carrying a torn coat did not argue well.

brought together in one place

From this reading A crowd gathered from the street, attracted by the shouts of the men and the screams of the women, and several police officers were on hand.

a man of refinement

From this reading Nat and Berry sensed this as they emerged from a rear door into the small yard, the chief detective still carrying the half of the coat which he hastily stuffed beneath his own garment, so it would not attract attention, for Nat was rather sprucily attired and to see a gentleman of his calibre carrying a torn coat did not argue well.

be shiny, as if wet

From this reading "Is there a way out of here?" asked Nat of Berry as, under the gleam of the moon, they looked about the yard which was not only surrounded by a high fence, but had buildings on both sides and at the rear.

an artful or simulated semblance

From this reading "Surely there is!" declared Berry, who looked enough like Nat in that sleuth's regulation guise to be the latter's twin brother.

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

From this reading THE WINDOW CLEANER Most of the excitement in the Spanish club seemed to center around the front entrance, probably because, when the lights were dimmed, patrons who had nothing to do with the affair which brought Nat Ridley there, ran out that way.

consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity

From this reading Nat and Berry sensed this as they emerged from a rear door into the small yard, the chief detective still carrying the half of the coat which he hastily stuffed beneath his own garment, so it would not attract attention, for Nat was rather sprucily attired and to see a gentleman of his calibre carrying a torn coat did not argue well.

the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb

From this reading A crowd gathered from the street, attracted by the shouts of the men and the screams of the women, and several police officers were on hand.

in a hurried or hasty manner

From this reading Nat and Berry sensed this as they emerged from a rear door into the small yard, the chief detective still carrying the half of the coat which he hastily stuffed beneath his own garment, so it would not attract attention, for Nat was rather sprucily attired and to see a gentleman of his calibre carrying a torn coat did not argue well.

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

From this reading Nat and Berry sensed this as they emerged from a rear door into the small yard, the chief detective still carrying the half of the coat which he hastily stuffed beneath his own garment, so it would not attract attention, for Nat was rather sprucily attired and to see a gentleman of his calibre carrying a torn coat did not argue well.

in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is

From this reading "Is there a way out of here?" asked Nat of Berry as, under the gleam of the moon, they looked about the yard which was not only surrounded by a high fence, but had buildings on both sides and at the rear.

greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount

From this reading "Is there a way out of here?" asked Nat of Berry as, under the gleam of the moon, they looked about the yard which was not only surrounded by a high fence, but had buildings on both sides and at the rear.

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

From this reading Nat and Berry sensed this as they emerged from a rear door into the small yard, the chief detective still carrying the half of the coat which he hastily stuffed beneath his own garment, so it would not attract attention, for Nat was rather sprucily attired and to see a gentleman of his calibre carrying a torn coat did not argue well.

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

From this reading THE WINDOW CLEANER Most of the excitement in the Spanish club seemed to center around the front entrance, probably because, when the lights were dimmed, patrons who had nothing to do with the affair which brought Nat Ridley there, ran out that way.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading Nat and Berry sensed this as they emerged from a rear door into the small yard, the chief detective still carrying the half of the coat which he hastily stuffed beneath his own garment, so it would not attract attention, for Nat was rather sprucily attired and to see a gentleman of his calibre carrying a torn coat did not argue well.

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

From this reading "Is there a way out of here?" asked Nat of Berry as, under the gleam of the moon, they looked about the yard which was not only surrounded by a high fence, but had buildings on both sides and at the rear.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Nat and Berry sensed this as they emerged from a rear door into the small yard, the chief detective still carrying the half of the coat which he hastily stuffed beneath his own garment, so it would not attract attention, for Nat was rather sprucily attired and to see a gentleman of his calibre carrying a torn coat did not argue well.

possessive form of “latter” — the second of two or the second mentioned of two

From this reading "Surely there is!" declared Berry, who looked enough like Nat in that sleuth's regulation guise to be the latter's twin brother.

plural of “light” — (physics) electromagnetic radiation that can produce a visual sensation

From this reading THE WINDOW CLEANER Most of the excitement in the Spanish club seemed to center around the front entrance, probably because, when the lights were dimmed, patrons who had nothing to do with the affair which brought Nat Ridley there, ran out that way.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading "Surely there is!" declared Berry, who looked enough like Nat in that sleuth's regulation guise to be the latter's twin brother.

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

From this reading "Is there a way out of here?" asked Nat of Berry as, under the gleam of the moon, they looked about the yard which was not only surrounded by a high fence, but had buildings on both sides and at the rear.

the force of workers available

From this reading A crowd gathered from the street, attracted by the shouts of the men and the screams of the women, and several police officers were on hand.

the natural satellite of the Earth

From this reading "Is there a way out of here?" asked Nat of Berry as, under the gleam of the moon, they looked about the yard which was not only surrounded by a high fence, but had buildings on both sides and at the rear.

used to form the superlative

From this reading THE WINDOW CLEANER Most of the excitement in the Spanish club seemed to center around the front entrance, probably because, when the lights were dimmed, patrons who had nothing to do with the affair which brought Nat Ridley there, ran out that way.

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

From this reading THE WINDOW CLEANER Most of the excitement in the Spanish club seemed to center around the front entrance, probably because, when the lights were dimmed, patrons who had nothing to do with the affair which brought Nat Ridley there, ran out that way.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Nat and Berry sensed this as they emerged from a rear door into the small yard, the chief detective still carrying the half of the coat which he hastily stuffed beneath his own garment, so it would not attract attention, for Nat was rather sprucily attired and to see a gentleman of his calibre carrying a torn coat did not argue well.

not one thing; not anything

From this reading THE WINDOW CLEANER Most of the excitement in the Spanish club seemed to center around the front entrance, probably because, when the lights were dimmed, patrons who had nothing to do with the affair which brought Nat Ridley there, ran out that way.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading THE WINDOW CLEANER Most of the excitement in the Spanish club seemed to center around the front entrance, probably because, when the lights were dimmed, patrons who had nothing to do with the affair which brought Nat Ridley there, ran out that way.

plural of “officer” — any person in the armed services who holds a position of authority or command

From this reading A crowd gathered from the street, attracted by the shouts of the men and the screams of the women, and several police officers were on hand.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading A crowd gathered from the street, attracted by the shouts of the men and the screams of the women, and several police officers were on hand.

and nothing more

From this reading "Is there a way out of here?" asked Nat of Berry as, under the gleam of the moon, they looked about the yard which was not only surrounded by a high fence, but had buildings on both sides and at the rear.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading THE WINDOW CLEANER Most of the excitement in the Spanish club seemed to center around the front entrance, probably because, when the lights were dimmed, patrons who had nothing to do with the affair which brought Nat Ridley there, ran out that way.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading Nat and Berry sensed this as they emerged from a rear door into the small yard, the chief detective still carrying the half of the coat which he hastily stuffed beneath his own garment, so it would not attract attention, for Nat was rather sprucily attired and to see a gentleman of his calibre carrying a torn coat did not argue well.

plural of “patron” — a regular customer

From this reading THE WINDOW CLEANER Most of the excitement in the Spanish club seemed to center around the front entrance, probably because, when the lights were dimmed, patrons who had nothing to do with the affair which brought Nat Ridley there, ran out that way.

the force of policemen and officers

From this reading A crowd gathered from the street, attracted by the shouts of the men and the screams of the women, and several police officers were on hand.

with considerable certainty; without much doubt

From this reading THE WINDOW CLEANER Most of the excitement in the Spanish club seemed to center around the front entrance, probably because, when the lights were dimmed, patrons who had nothing to do with the affair which brought Nat Ridley there, ran out that way.

inflected form of “run” — move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time

From this reading THE WINDOW CLEANER Most of the excitement in the Spanish club seemed to center around the front entrance, probably because, when the lights were dimmed, patrons who had nothing to do with the affair which brought Nat Ridley there, ran out that way.

on the contrary

From this reading Nat and Berry sensed this as they emerged from a rear door into the small yard, the chief detective still carrying the half of the coat which he hastily stuffed beneath his own garment, so it would not attract attention, for Nat was rather sprucily attired and to see a gentleman of his calibre carrying a torn coat did not argue well.

the back of a military formation or procession

From this reading Nat and Berry sensed this as they emerged from a rear door into the small yard, the chief detective still carrying the half of the coat which he hastily stuffed beneath his own garment, so it would not attract attention, for Nat was rather sprucily attired and to see a gentleman of his calibre carrying a torn coat did not argue well.

an authoritative rule

From this reading "Surely there is!" declared Berry, who looked enough like Nat in that sleuth's regulation guise to be the latter's twin brother.

a marine turtle

From this reading THE WINDOW CLEANER Most of the excitement in the Spanish club seemed to center around the front entrance, probably because, when the lights were dimmed, patrons who had nothing to do with the affair which brought Nat Ridley there, ran out that way.

plural of “scream” — sharp piercing cry

From this reading A crowd gathered from the street, attracted by the shouts of the men and the screams of the women, and several police officers were on hand.

perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading Nat and Berry sensed this as they emerged from a rear door into the small yard, the chief detective still carrying the half of the coat which he hastily stuffed beneath his own garment, so it would not attract attention, for Nat was rather sprucily attired and to see a gentleman of his calibre carrying a torn coat did not argue well.

past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading THE WINDOW CLEANER Most of the excitement in the Spanish club seemed to center around the front entrance, probably because, when the lights were dimmed, patrons who had nothing to do with the affair which brought Nat Ridley there, ran out that way.

detected by instinct or inference rather than by recognized perceptual cues

From this reading Nat and Berry sensed this as they emerged from a rear door into the small yard, the chief detective still carrying the half of the coat which he hastily stuffed beneath his own garment, so it would not attract attention, for Nat was rather sprucily attired and to see a gentleman of his calibre carrying a torn coat did not argue well.

(used with count nouns) of an indefinite number more than 2 or 3 but not many

From this reading A crowd gathered from the street, attracted by the shouts of the men and the screams of the women, and several police officers were on hand.

plural of “shout” — a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition

From this reading A crowd gathered from the street, attracted by the shouts of the men and the screams of the women, and several police officers were on hand.

plural of “side” — a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location

From this reading "Is there a way out of here?" asked Nat of Berry as, under the gleam of the moon, they looked about the yard which was not only surrounded by a high fence, but had buildings on both sides and at the rear.

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

From this reading "Surely there is!" declared Berry, who looked enough like Nat in that sleuth's regulation guise to be the latter's twin brother.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading Nat and Berry sensed this as they emerged from a rear door into the small yard, the chief detective still carrying the half of the coat which he hastily stuffed beneath his own garment, so it would not attract attention, for Nat was rather sprucily attired and to see a gentleman of his calibre carrying a torn coat did not argue well.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading Nat and Berry sensed this as they emerged from a rear door into the small yard, the chief detective still carrying the half of the coat which he hastily stuffed beneath his own garment, so it would not attract attention, for Nat was rather sprucily attired and to see a gentleman of his calibre carrying a torn coat did not argue well.

the Romance language spoken in most of Spain and the countries colonized by Spain

From this reading THE WINDOW CLEANER Most of the excitement in the Spanish club seemed to center around the front entrance, probably because, when the lights were dimmed, patrons who had nothing to do with the affair which brought Nat Ridley there, ran out that way.

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

From this reading Nat and Berry sensed this as they emerged from a rear door into the small yard, the chief detective still carrying the half of the coat which he hastily stuffed beneath his own garment, so it would not attract attention, for Nat was rather sprucily attired and to see a gentleman of his calibre carrying a torn coat did not argue well.

not in physical motion

From this reading Nat and Berry sensed this as they emerged from a rear door into the small yard, the chief detective still carrying the half of the coat which he hastily stuffed beneath his own garment, so it would not attract attention, for Nat was rather sprucily attired and to see a gentleman of his calibre carrying a torn coat did not argue well.

a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings

From this reading A crowd gathered from the street, attracted by the shouts of the men and the screams of the women, and several police officers were on hand.

filled with something

From this reading Nat and Berry sensed this as they emerged from a rear door into the small yard, the chief detective still carrying the half of the coat which he hastily stuffed beneath his own garment, so it would not attract attention, for Nat was rather sprucily attired and to see a gentleman of his calibre carrying a torn coat did not argue well.

definitely or positively (“sure” is sometimes used informally for “surely”)

From this reading "Surely there is!" declared Berry, who looked enough like Nat in that sleuth's regulation guise to be the latter's twin brother.

confined on all sides

From this reading "Is there a way out of here?" asked Nat of Berry as, under the gleam of the moon, they looked about the yard which was not only surrounded by a high fence, but had buildings on both sides and at the rear.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading THE WINDOW CLEANER Most of the excitement in the Spanish club seemed to center around the front entrance, probably because, when the lights were dimmed, patrons who had nothing to do with the affair which brought Nat Ridley there, ran out that way.

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

From this reading THE WINDOW CLEANER Most of the excitement in the Spanish club seemed to center around the front entrance, probably because, when the lights were dimmed, patrons who had nothing to do with the affair which brought Nat Ridley there, ran out that way.

in or at that place or location

From this reading THE WINDOW CLEANER Most of the excitement in the Spanish club seemed to center around the front entrance, probably because, when the lights were dimmed, patrons who had nothing to do with the affair which brought Nat Ridley there, ran out that way.

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

From this reading Nat and Berry sensed this as they emerged from a rear door into the small yard, the chief detective still carrying the half of the coat which he hastily stuffed beneath his own garment, so it would not attract attention, for Nat was rather sprucily attired and to see a gentleman of his calibre carrying a torn coat did not argue well.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading Nat and Berry sensed this as they emerged from a rear door into the small yard, the chief detective still carrying the half of the coat which he hastily stuffed beneath his own garment, so it would not attract attention, for Nat was rather sprucily attired and to see a gentleman of his calibre carrying a torn coat did not argue well.

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

From this reading THE WINDOW CLEANER Most of the excitement in the Spanish club seemed to center around the front entrance, probably because, when the lights were dimmed, patrons who had nothing to do with the affair which brought Nat Ridley there, ran out that way.

having edges that are jagged from injury

From this reading Nat and Berry sensed this as they emerged from a rear door into the small yard, the chief detective still carrying the half of the coat which he hastily stuffed beneath his own garment, so it would not attract attention, for Nat was rather sprucily attired and to see a gentleman of his calibre carrying a torn coat did not argue well.

either of two offspring born at the same time from the same pregnancy

From this reading "Surely there is!" declared Berry, who looked enough like Nat in that sleuth's regulation guise to be the latter's twin brother.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading "Is there a way out of here?" asked Nat of Berry as, under the gleam of the moon, they looked about the yard which was not only surrounded by a high fence, but had buildings on both sides and at the rear.

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

From this reading Nat and Berry sensed this as they emerged from a rear door into the small yard, the chief detective still carrying the half of the coat which he hastily stuffed beneath his own garment, so it would not attract attention, for Nat was rather sprucily attired and to see a gentleman of his calibre carrying a torn coat did not argue well.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading THE WINDOW CLEANER Most of the excitement in the Spanish club seemed to center around the front entrance, probably because, when the lights were dimmed, patrons who had nothing to do with the affair which brought Nat Ridley there, ran out that way.

(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)

From this reading Nat and Berry sensed this as they emerged from a rear door into the small yard, the chief detective still carrying the half of the coat which he hastily stuffed beneath his own garment, so it would not attract attention, for Nat was rather sprucily attired and to see a gentleman of his calibre carrying a torn coat did not argue well.

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

From this reading THE WINDOW CLEANER Most of the excitement in the Spanish club seemed to center around the front entrance, probably because, when the lights were dimmed, patrons who had nothing to do with the affair which brought Nat Ridley there, ran out that way.

at the time that

From this reading THE WINDOW CLEANER Most of the excitement in the Spanish club seemed to center around the front entrance, probably because, when the lights were dimmed, patrons who had nothing to do with the affair which brought Nat Ridley there, ran out that way.

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

From this reading THE WINDOW CLEANER Most of the excitement in the Spanish club seemed to center around the front entrance, probably because, when the lights were dimmed, patrons who had nothing to do with the affair which brought Nat Ridley there, ran out that way.

which person or people

From this reading THE WINDOW CLEANER Most of the excitement in the Spanish club seemed to center around the front entrance, probably because, when the lights were dimmed, patrons who had nothing to do with the affair which brought Nat Ridley there, ran out that way.

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 THE WINDOW CLEANER Most of the excitement in the Spanish club seemed to center around the front entrance, probably because, when the lights were dimmed, patrons who had nothing to do with the affair which brought Nat Ridley there, ran out that way.

in the company of; together with

From this reading THE WINDOW CLEANER Most of the excitement in the Spanish club seemed to center around the front entrance, probably because, when the lights were dimmed, patrons who had nothing to do with the affair which brought Nat Ridley there, ran out that way.

plural of “woman” — an adult female person (as opposed to a man)

From this reading A crowd gathered from the street, attracted by the shouts of the men and the screams of the women, and several police officers were on hand.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading Nat and Berry sensed this as they emerged from a rear door into the small yard, the chief detective still carrying the half of the coat which he hastily stuffed beneath his own garment, so it would not attract attention, for Nat was rather sprucily attired and to see a gentleman of his calibre carrying a torn coat did not argue well.

a unit of length equal to 3 feet; defined as 91.44 centimeters; originally taken to be the average length of a stride

From this reading Nat and Berry sensed this as they emerged from a rear door into the small yard, the chief detective still carrying the half of the coat which he hastily stuffed beneath his own garment, so it would not attract attention, for Nat was rather sprucily attired and to see a gentleman of his calibre carrying a torn coat did not argue well.