used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading In every article he was headlined as "A Distinguished Citizen;" "A Famous Critic;" "A Prominent Figure in the World of Art;" "One of the Greatest Living Authorities;" "Leader in the Modern School;" "Of Powerful Influence Upon the Artistic Production of the Age."
abductionnounUS /æbˈdʌkʃən/
the criminal act of capturing and carrying away by force a family member; if a man's wife is abducted it is a crime against the family relationship and against the wife
From this reading The story of the unknown mountain girl's abduction and escape was a news item of a single day; but the disappearance of James Rutlidge kept the press busy for weeks.
how long something has existed
From this reading In every article he was headlined as "A Distinguished Citizen;" "A Famous Critic;" "A Prominent Figure in the World of Art;" "One of the Greatest Living Authorities;" "Leader in the Modern School;" "Of Powerful Influence Upon the Artistic Production of the Age."
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The story of the unknown mountain girl's abduction and escape was a news item of a single day; but the disappearance of James Rutlidge kept the press busy for weeks.
Artauxiliary verbUS /ɑːrt/
an old form of “are”, used with “thou”
From this reading In every article he was headlined as "A Distinguished Citizen;" "A Famous Critic;" "A Prominent Figure in the World of Art;" "One of the Greatest Living Authorities;" "Leader in the Modern School;" "Of Powerful Influence Upon the Artistic Production of the Age."
nonfictional prose forming an independent part of a publication
From this reading In every article he was headlined as "A Distinguished Citizen;" "A Famous Critic;" "A Prominent Figure in the World of Art;" "One of the Greatest Living Authorities;" "Leader in the Modern School;" "Of Powerful Influence Upon the Artistic Production of the Age."
ArtisticadjectiveUS /ɑːrˈtɪstɪk/
relating to or characteristic of art or artists
From this reading In every article he was headlined as "A Distinguished Citizen;" "A Famous Critic;" "A Prominent Figure in the World of Art;" "One of the Greatest Living Authorities;" "Leader in the Modern School;" "Of Powerful Influence Upon the Artistic Production of the Age."
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Facing the Truth As Brian Oakley had predicted, the disappearance of James Rutlidge occupied columns in the newspapers, from coast to coast.
AuthoritiesnounUS /əˈθɔːrətiz/
the organization that is the governing authority of a political unit
From this reading In every article he was headlined as "A Distinguished Citizen;" "A Famous Critic;" "A Prominent Figure in the World of Art;" "One of the Greatest Living Authorities;" "Leader in the Modern School;" "Of Powerful Influence Upon the Artistic Production of the Age."
from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)
From this reading Of the unknown man who had taken Sibyl away into the mountains, and who had escaped, the world has never heard.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading It may be dismissed here with the simple statement that the mystery has never been solved.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading It may be dismissed here with the simple statement that the mystery has never been solved.
Brian
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From this reading Facing the Truth As Brian Oakley had predicted, the disappearance of James Rutlidge occupied columns in the newspapers, from coast to coast.
actively or fully engaged or occupied
From this reading The story of the unknown mountain girl's abduction and escape was a news item of a single day; but the disappearance of James Rutlidge kept the press busy for weeks.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading The story of the unknown mountain girl's abduction and escape was a news item of a single day; but the disappearance of James Rutlidge kept the press busy for weeks.
CitizennounUS /ˈsɪtəzən/
a native or naturalized member of a state or other political community
From this reading In every article he was headlined as "A Distinguished Citizen;" "A Famous Critic;" "A Prominent Figure in the World of Art;" "One of the Greatest Living Authorities;" "Leader in the Modern School;" "Of Powerful Influence Upon the Artistic Production of the Age."
the shore of a sea or ocean
From this reading Facing the Truth As Brian Oakley had predicted, the disappearance of James Rutlidge occupied columns in the newspapers, from coast to coast.
columnsnounUS /ˈkɑːləmz/
plural of “column” — a line of units following one after another
From this reading Facing the Truth As Brian Oakley had predicted, the disappearance of James Rutlidge occupied columns in the newspapers, from coast to coast.
CriticnounUS /ˈkrɪtɪk/
a person who is professionally engaged in the analysis and interpretation of works of art
From this reading In every article he was headlined as "A Distinguished Citizen;" "A Famous Critic;" "A Prominent Figure in the World of Art;" "One of the Greatest Living Authorities;" "Leader in the Modern School;" "Of Powerful Influence Upon the Artistic Production of the Age."
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading The story of the unknown mountain girl's abduction and escape was a news item of a single day; but the disappearance of James Rutlidge kept the press busy for weeks.
disappearancenounUS /ˌdɪsəˈpɪrəns/
the act of leaving secretly or without explanation
From this reading Facing the Truth As Brian Oakley had predicted, the disappearance of James Rutlidge occupied columns in the newspapers, from coast to coast.
dismissedadjectiveUS /dɪˈsmɪst/
having lost your job
From this reading It may be dismissed here with the simple statement that the mystery has never been solved.
(used of persons) standing above others in character or attainment or reputation
From this reading In every article he was headlined as "A Distinguished Citizen;" "A Famous Critic;" "A Prominent Figure in the World of Art;" "One of the Greatest Living Authorities;" "Leader in the Modern School;" "Of Powerful Influence Upon the Artistic Production of the Age."
the act of escaping physically
From this reading The story of the unknown mountain girl's abduction and escape was a news item of a single day; but the disappearance of James Rutlidge kept the press busy for weeks.
having escaped, especially from confinement
From this reading Of the unknown man who had taken Sibyl away into the mountains, and who had escaped, the world has never heard.
everydeterminerUS /ˈevəri/
all the members of a group, with none left out
From this reading In every article he was headlined as "A Distinguished Citizen;" "A Famous Critic;" "A Prominent Figure in the World of Art;" "One of the Greatest Living Authorities;" "Leader in the Modern School;" "Of Powerful Influence Upon the Artistic Production of the Age."
FacingnounUS /ˈfeɪsɪŋ/
a lining applied to the edge of a garment for ornamentation or strengthening
From this reading Facing the Truth As Brian Oakley had predicted, the disappearance of James Rutlidge occupied columns in the newspapers, from coast to coast.
widely known and esteemed
From this reading In every article he was headlined as "A Distinguished Citizen;" "A Famous Critic;" "A Prominent Figure in the World of Art;" "One of the Greatest Living Authorities;" "Leader in the Modern School;" "Of Powerful Influence Upon the Artistic Production of the Age."
a diagram or picture illustrating textual material
From this reading In every article he was headlined as "A Distinguished Citizen;" "A Famous Critic;" "A Prominent Figure in the World of Art;" "One of the Greatest Living Authorities;" "Leader in the Modern School;" "Of Powerful Influence Upon the Artistic Production of the Age."
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading The story of the unknown mountain girl's abduction and escape was a news item of a single day; but the disappearance of James Rutlidge kept the press busy for weeks.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading Facing the Truth As Brian Oakley had predicted, the disappearance of James Rutlidge occupied columns in the newspapers, from coast to coast.
girl'snounUS /ɡɜːrlz/
possessive form of “girl” — a young female
From this reading The story of the unknown mountain girl's abduction and escape was a news item of a single day; but the disappearance of James Rutlidge kept the press busy for weeks.
highest in quality
From this reading In every article he was headlined as "A Distinguished Citizen;" "A Famous Critic;" "A Prominent Figure in the World of Art;" "One of the Greatest Living Authorities;" "Leader in the Modern School;" "Of Powerful Influence Upon the Artistic Production of the Age."
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Facing the Truth As Brian Oakley had predicted, the disappearance of James Rutlidge occupied columns in the newspapers, from coast to coast.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading It may be dismissed here with the simple statement that the mystery has never been solved.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading In every article he was headlined as "A Distinguished Citizen;" "A Famous Critic;" "A Prominent Figure in the World of Art;" "One of the Greatest Living Authorities;" "Leader in the Modern School;" "Of Powerful Influence Upon the Artistic Production of the Age."
headlinedverbUS /ˈhedlaɪnd/
past form of “headline” — publicize widely or highly, as if with a headline
From this reading In every article he was headlined as "A Distinguished Citizen;" "A Famous Critic;" "A Prominent Figure in the World of Art;" "One of the Greatest Living Authorities;" "Leader in the Modern School;" "Of Powerful Influence Upon the Artistic Production of the Age."
detected or perceived by the sense of hearing
From this reading Of the unknown man who had taken Sibyl away into the mountains, and who had escaped, the world has never heard.
in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is
From this reading It may be dismissed here with the simple statement that the mystery has never been solved.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Facing the Truth As Brian Oakley had predicted, the disappearance of James Rutlidge occupied columns in the newspapers, from coast to coast.
a power to affect persons or events especially power based on prestige etc
From this reading In every article he was headlined as "A Distinguished Citizen;" "A Famous Critic;" "A Prominent Figure in the World of Art;" "One of the Greatest Living Authorities;" "Leader in the Modern School;" "Of Powerful Influence Upon the Artistic Production of the Age."
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading Of the unknown man who had taken Sibyl away into the mountains, and who had escaped, the world has never heard.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It may be dismissed here with the simple statement that the mystery has never been solved.
itemnounUS /ˈaɪtəm/
a distinct part that can be specified separately in a group of things that could be enumerated on a list
From this reading The story of the unknown mountain girl's abduction and escape was a news item of a single day; but the disappearance of James Rutlidge kept the press busy for weeks.
a Stuart king of Scotland who married a daughter of Henry VII; when England and France went to war in 1513 he invaded England and died in defeat at Flodden (1473-1513)
From this reading Facing the Truth As Brian Oakley had predicted, the disappearance of James Rutlidge occupied columns in the newspapers, from coast to coast.
(especially of promises or contracts) not violated or disregarded
From this reading The story of the unknown mountain girl's abduction and escape was a news item of a single day; but the disappearance of James Rutlidge kept the press busy for weeks.
a person who rules or guides or inspires others
From this reading In every article he was headlined as "A Distinguished Citizen;" "A Famous Critic;" "A Prominent Figure in the World of Art;" "One of the Greatest Living Authorities;" "Leader in the Modern School;" "Of Powerful Influence Upon the Artistic Production of the Age."
the experience of being alive; the course of human events and activities
From this reading In every article he was headlined as "A Distinguished Citizen;" "A Famous Critic;" "A Prominent Figure in the World of Art;" "One of the Greatest Living Authorities;" "Leader in the Modern School;" "Of Powerful Influence Upon the Artistic Production of the Age."
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading Of the unknown man who had taken Sibyl away into the mountains, and who had escaped, the world has never heard.
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading It may be dismissed here with the simple statement that the mystery has never been solved.
belonging to the modern era; since the Middle Ages
From this reading In every article he was headlined as "A Distinguished Citizen;" "A Famous Critic;" "A Prominent Figure in the World of Art;" "One of the Greatest Living Authorities;" "Leader in the Modern School;" "Of Powerful Influence Upon the Artistic Production of the Age."
a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill
From this reading The story of the unknown mountain girl's abduction and escape was a news item of a single day; but the disappearance of James Rutlidge kept the press busy for weeks.
plural of “mountain” — a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill
From this reading Of the unknown man who had taken Sibyl away into the mountains, and who had escaped, the world has never heard.
something that baffles understanding and cannot be explained
From this reading It may be dismissed here with the simple statement that the mystery has never been solved.
not ever; at no time in the past or future
From this reading It may be dismissed here with the simple statement that the mystery has never been solved.
information about recent and important events
From this reading The story of the unknown mountain girl's abduction and escape was a news item of a single day; but the disappearance of James Rutlidge kept the press busy for weeks.
newspapersnounUS /ˈnuːzpeɪpərz/
plural of “newspaper” — a daily or weekly publication on folded sheets; contains news and articles and advertisements
From this reading Facing the Truth As Brian Oakley had predicted, the disappearance of James Rutlidge occupied columns in the newspapers, from coast to coast.
OakleynounUS /ˈoʊkli/
United States sharpshooter who was featured in Buffalo Bill's Wild West Show (1860-1926)
From this reading Facing the Truth As Brian Oakley had predicted, the disappearance of James Rutlidge occupied columns in the newspapers, from coast to coast.
held or filled or in use
From this reading Facing the Truth As Brian Oakley had predicted, the disappearance of James Rutlidge occupied columns in the newspapers, from coast to coast.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Facing the Truth As Brian Oakley had predicted, the disappearance of James Rutlidge occupied columns in the newspapers, from coast to coast.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading In every article he was headlined as "A Distinguished Citizen;" "A Famous Critic;" "A Prominent Figure in the World of Art;" "One of the Greatest Living Authorities;" "Leader in the Modern School;" "Of Powerful Influence Upon the Artistic Production of the Age."
having great power or force or potency or effect
From this reading In every article he was headlined as "A Distinguished Citizen;" "A Famous Critic;" "A Prominent Figure in the World of Art;" "One of the Greatest Living Authorities;" "Leader in the Modern School;" "Of Powerful Influence Upon the Artistic Production of the Age."
predictedverbUS /prɪˈdɪktɪd/
past form of “predict” — make a prediction about; tell in advance
From this reading Facing the Truth As Brian Oakley had predicted, the disappearance of James Rutlidge occupied columns in the newspapers, from coast to coast.
exert pressure or force to or upon
From this reading The story of the unknown mountain girl's abduction and escape was a news item of a single day; but the disappearance of James Rutlidge kept the press busy for weeks.
ProductionnounUS /prəˈdʌkʃən/
the act or process of producing something
From this reading In every article he was headlined as "A Distinguished Citizen;" "A Famous Critic;" "A Prominent Figure in the World of Art;" "One of the Greatest Living Authorities;" "Leader in the Modern School;" "Of Powerful Influence Upon the Artistic Production of the Age."
ProminentadjectiveUS /ˈprɑːmənənt/
having a quality that thrusts itself into attention
From this reading In every article he was headlined as "A Distinguished Citizen;" "A Famous Critic;" "A Prominent Figure in the World of Art;" "One of the Greatest Living Authorities;" "Leader in the Modern School;" "Of Powerful Influence Upon the Artistic Production of the Age."
Rutlidge
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Facing the Truth As Brian Oakley had predicted, the disappearance of James Rutlidge occupied columns in the newspapers, from coast to coast.
an educational institution
From this reading In every article he was headlined as "A Distinguished Citizen;" "A Famous Critic;" "A Prominent Figure in the World of Art;" "One of the Greatest Living Authorities;" "Leader in the Modern School;" "Of Powerful Influence Upon the Artistic Production of the Age."
SibylnounUS /ˈsɪbəl/
a woman who tells fortunes
From this reading Of the unknown man who had taken Sibyl away into the mountains, and who had escaped, the world has never heard.
having few parts; not complex or complicated or involved
From this reading It may be dismissed here with the simple statement that the mystery has never been solved.
being or characteristic of a single thing or person
From this reading The story of the unknown mountain girl's abduction and escape was a news item of a single day; but the disappearance of James Rutlidge kept the press busy for weeks.
solvedadjectiveUS /sɑːlvd/
explained or answered
From this reading It may be dismissed here with the simple statement that the mystery has never been solved.
a message that is stated or declared; a communication (oral or written) setting forth particulars or facts etc
From this reading It may be dismissed here with the simple statement that the mystery has never been solved.
a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program
From this reading The story of the unknown mountain girl's abduction and escape was a news item of a single day; but the disappearance of James Rutlidge kept the press busy for weeks.
takenadjectiveUS /ˈteɪkən/
understood in a certain way; made sense of
From this reading Of the unknown man who had taken Sibyl away into the mountains, and who had escaped, the world has never heard.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading It may be dismissed here with the simple statement that the mystery has never been solved.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Facing the Truth As Brian Oakley had predicted, the disappearance of James Rutlidge occupied columns in the newspapers, from coast to coast.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Facing the Truth As Brian Oakley had predicted, the disappearance of James Rutlidge occupied columns in the newspapers, from coast to coast.
a fact that has been verified
From this reading Facing the Truth As Brian Oakley had predicted, the disappearance of James Rutlidge occupied columns in the newspapers, from coast to coast.
not known
From this reading The story of the unknown mountain girl's abduction and escape was a news item of a single day; but the disappearance of James Rutlidge kept the press busy for weeks.
UponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading In every article he was headlined as "A Distinguished Citizen;" "A Famous Critic;" "A Prominent Figure in the World of Art;" "One of the Greatest Living Authorities;" "Leader in the Modern School;" "Of Powerful Influence Upon the Artistic Production of the Age."
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading In every article he was headlined as "A Distinguished Citizen;" "A Famous Critic;" "A Prominent Figure in the World of Art;" "One of the Greatest Living Authorities;" "Leader in the Modern School;" "Of Powerful Influence Upon the Artistic Production of the Age."
plural of “week” — any period of seven consecutive days
From this reading The story of the unknown mountain girl's abduction and escape was a news item of a single day; but the disappearance of James Rutlidge kept the press busy for weeks.
which person or people
From this reading Of the unknown man who had taken Sibyl away into the mountains, and who had escaped, the world has never heard.
in the company of; together with
From this reading It may be dismissed here with the simple statement that the mystery has never been solved.
everything that exists anywhere
From this reading In every article he was headlined as "A Distinguished Citizen;" "A Famous Critic;" "A Prominent Figure in the World of Art;" "One of the Greatest Living Authorities;" "Leader in the Modern School;" "Of Powerful Influence Upon the Artistic Production of the Age."
