used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading JULIET ASSERTS HERSELF Now that the owner of the Bar T ranch had succeeded again in a match of wits with Larkin, he put sheep out of his mind and turned his attention to the more-immediate danger of rustlers.
past form of “act” — perform an action, or work out or perform (an action)
From this reading Should the sheepman refuse all information, then his case could be acted upon by the members of the association without any further delay.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading With Larkin in his power, he had no doubt that the necessary information could be procured from him in one way or another, and, after talking matters over with Stelton, dispatched cowboys at top speed to the ranches in his district, asking that the owners and as many men as they could spare should come at once to a conference at the Bar T.
anew
From this reading JULIET ASSERTS HERSELF Now that the owner of the Bar T ranch had succeeded again in a match of wits with Larkin, he put sheep out of his mind and turned his attention to the more-immediate danger of rustlers.
(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 Should the sheepman refuse all information, then his case could be acted upon by the members of the association without any further delay.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading JULIET ASSERTS HERSELF Now that the owner of the Bar T ranch had succeeded again in a match of wits with Larkin, he put sheep out of his mind and turned his attention to the more-immediate danger of rustlers.
one more of the same kind, or a different one
From this reading It had been a matter of a couple of years since the last determined attempt of the cowmen to oust these poachers by force of arms, and Bissell thought that the time was ripe for another and, if possible, final expedition.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading Should the sheepman refuse all information, then his case could be acted upon by the members of the association without any further delay.
weapons considered collectively
From this reading It had been a matter of a couple of years since the last determined attempt of the cowmen to oust these poachers by force of arms, and Bissell thought that the time was ripe for another and, if possible, final expedition.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading With Larkin in his power, he had no doubt that the necessary information could be procured from him in one way or another, and, after talking matters over with Stelton, dispatched cowboys at top speed to the ranches in his district, asking that the owners and as many men as they could spare should come at once to a conference at the Bar T.
the verbal act of requesting
From this reading With Larkin in his power, he had no doubt that the necessary information could be procured from him in one way or another, and, after talking matters over with Stelton, dispatched cowboys at top speed to the ranches in his district, asking that the owners and as many men as they could spare should come at once to a conference at the Bar T.
ASSERTSverbUS /əˈsɜːrts/
third-person singular of “assert” — state categorically
From this reading JULIET ASSERTS HERSELF Now that the owner of the Bar T ranch had succeeded again in a match of wits with Larkin, he put sheep out of his mind and turned his attention to the more-immediate danger of rustlers.
associationnounUS /əˌsoʊsiˈeɪʃən/
a formal organization of people or groups of people
From this reading Should the sheepman refuse all information, then his case could be acted upon by the members of the association without any further delay.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading With Larkin in his power, he had no doubt that the necessary information could be procured from him in one way or another, and, after talking matters over with Stelton, dispatched cowboys at top speed to the ranches in his district, asking that the owners and as many men as they could spare should come at once to a conference at the Bar T.
earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something
From this reading It had been a matter of a couple of years since the last determined attempt of the cowmen to oust these poachers by force of arms, and Bissell thought that the time was ripe for another and, if possible, final expedition.
the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others
From this reading JULIET ASSERTS HERSELF Now that the owner of the Bar T ranch had succeeded again in a match of wits with Larkin, he put sheep out of his mind and turned his attention to the more-immediate danger of rustlers.
a room or establishment where alcoholic drinks are served over a counter
From this reading JULIET ASSERTS HERSELF Now that the owner of the Bar T ranch had succeeded again in a match of wits with Larkin, he put sheep out of his mind and turned his attention to the more-immediate danger of rustlers.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading With Larkin in his power, he had no doubt that the necessary information could be procured from him in one way or another, and, after talking matters over with Stelton, dispatched cowboys at top speed to the ranches in his district, asking that the owners and as many men as they could spare should come at once to a conference at the Bar T.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading It had been a matter of a couple of years since the last determined attempt of the cowmen to oust these poachers by force of arms, and Bissell thought that the time was ripe for another and, if possible, final expedition.
Bissell
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From this reading It had been a matter of a couple of years since the last determined attempt of the cowmen to oust these poachers by force of arms, and Bissell thought that the time was ripe for another and, if possible, final expedition.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading It had been a matter of a couple of years since the last determined attempt of the cowmen to oust these poachers by force of arms, and Bissell thought that the time was ripe for another and, if possible, final expedition.
an occurrence of something
From this reading Should the sheepman refuse all information, then his case could be acted upon by the members of the association without any further delay.
move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading With Larkin in his power, he had no doubt that the necessary information could be procured from him in one way or another, and, after talking matters over with Stelton, dispatched cowboys at top speed to the ranches in his district, asking that the owners and as many men as they could spare should come at once to a conference at the Bar T.
conferencenounUS /ˈkɑːnfərəns/
a prearranged meeting for consultation or exchange of information or discussion (especially one with a formal agenda)
From this reading With Larkin in his power, he had no doubt that the necessary information could be procured from him in one way or another, and, after talking matters over with Stelton, dispatched cowboys at top speed to the ranches in his district, asking that the owners and as many men as they could spare should come at once to a conference at the Bar T.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading With Larkin in his power, he had no doubt that the necessary information could be procured from him in one way or another, and, after talking matters over with Stelton, dispatched cowboys at top speed to the ranches in his district, asking that the owners and as many men as they could spare should come at once to a conference at the Bar T.
a pair who associate with one another
From this reading It had been a matter of a couple of years since the last determined attempt of the cowmen to oust these poachers by force of arms, and Bissell thought that the time was ripe for another and, if possible, final expedition.
cowboysnounUS /ˈkaʊbɔɪz/
plural of “cowboy” — a hired hand who tends cattle and performs other duties on horseback
From this reading With Larkin in his power, he had no doubt that the necessary information could be procured from him in one way or another, and, after talking matters over with Stelton, dispatched cowboys at top speed to the ranches in his district, asking that the owners and as many men as they could spare should come at once to a conference at the Bar T.
cowmen
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From this reading It had been a matter of a couple of years since the last determined attempt of the cowmen to oust these poachers by force of arms, and Bissell thought that the time was ripe for another and, if possible, final expedition.
the condition of being susceptible to harm or injury
From this reading JULIET ASSERTS HERSELF Now that the owner of the Bar T ranch had succeeded again in a match of wits with Larkin, he put sheep out of his mind and turned his attention to the more-immediate danger of rustlers.
cause to be slowed down or delayed
From this reading Should the sheepman refuse all information, then his case could be acted upon by the members of the association without any further delay.
descriptionsnounUS /dɪˈskrɪpʃənz/
plural of “description” — a statement that represents something in words
From this reading Having got them there, it was his intention to sweat Larkin for names and descriptions, and then let him go.
characterized by great determination
From this reading It had been a matter of a couple of years since the last determined attempt of the cowmen to oust these poachers by force of arms, and Bissell thought that the time was ripe for another and, if possible, final expedition.
dispatchedverbUS /dɪˈspætʃt/
past form of “dispatch” — send away towards a designated goal
From this reading With Larkin in his power, he had no doubt that the necessary information could be procured from him in one way or another, and, after talking matters over with Stelton, dispatched cowboys at top speed to the ranches in his district, asking that the owners and as many men as they could spare should come at once to a conference at the Bar T.
districtnounUS /ˈdɪstrɪkt/
a region marked off for administrative or other purposes
From this reading With Larkin in his power, he had no doubt that the necessary information could be procured from him in one way or another, and, after talking matters over with Stelton, dispatched cowboys at top speed to the ranches in his district, asking that the owners and as many men as they could spare should come at once to a conference at the Bar T.
the state of being unsure of something
From this reading With Larkin in his power, he had no doubt that the necessary information could be procured from him in one way or another, and, after talking matters over with Stelton, dispatched cowboys at top speed to the ranches in his district, asking that the owners and as many men as they could spare should come at once to a conference at the Bar T.
a military campaign designed to achieve a specific objective in a foreign country
From this reading It had been a matter of a couple of years since the last determined attempt of the cowmen to oust these poachers by force of arms, and Bissell thought that the time was ripe for another and, if possible, final expedition.
finaladjectiveUS /ˈfaɪnəl/
occurring at or forming an end or termination
From this reading It had been a matter of a couple of years since the last determined attempt of the cowmen to oust these poachers by force of arms, and Bissell thought that the time was ripe for another and, if possible, final expedition.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading It had been a matter of a couple of years since the last determined attempt of the cowmen to oust these poachers by force of arms, and Bissell thought that the time was ripe for another and, if possible, final expedition.
a powerful effect or influence
From this reading It had been a matter of a couple of years since the last determined attempt of the cowmen to oust these poachers by force of arms, and Bissell thought that the time was ripe for another and, if possible, final expedition.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading With Larkin in his power, he had no doubt that the necessary information could be procured from him in one way or another, and, after talking matters over with Stelton, dispatched cowboys at top speed to the ranches in his district, asking that the owners and as many men as they could spare should come at once to a conference at the Bar T.
to or at a greater extent or degree or a more advanced stage (“further” is used more often than “farther” in this abstract sense)
From this reading Should the sheepman refuse all information, then his case could be acted upon by the members of the association without any further delay.
change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading Having got them there, it was his intention to sweat Larkin for names and descriptions, and then let him go.
inflected form of “get” — come into the possession of something concrete or abstract
From this reading Having got them there, it was his intention to sweat Larkin for names and descriptions, and then let him go.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading JULIET ASSERTS HERSELF Now that the owner of the Bar T ranch had succeeded again in a match of wits with Larkin, he put sheep out of his mind and turned his attention to the more-immediate danger of rustlers.
Havingauxiliary verbUS /ˈhævɪŋ/
the -ing form of “have”
From this reading Having got them there, it was his intention to sweat Larkin for names and descriptions, and then let him go.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading JULIET ASSERTS HERSELF Now that the owner of the Bar T ranch had succeeded again in a match of wits with Larkin, he put sheep out of his mind and turned his attention to the more-immediate danger of rustlers.
used when the woman or girl doing the action is also its object
From this reading JULIET ASSERTS HERSELF Now that the owner of the Bar T ranch had succeeded again in a match of wits with Larkin, he put sheep out of his mind and turned his attention to the more-immediate danger of rustlers.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading With Larkin in his power, he had no doubt that the necessary information could be procured from him in one way or another, and, after talking matters over with Stelton, dispatched cowboys at top speed to the ranches in his district, asking that the owners and as many men as they could spare should come at once to a conference at the Bar T.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading JULIET ASSERTS HERSELF Now that the owner of the Bar T ranch had succeeded again in a match of wits with Larkin, he put sheep out of his mind and turned his attention to the more-immediate danger of rustlers.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading It had been a matter of a couple of years since the last determined attempt of the cowmen to oust these poachers by force of arms, and Bissell thought that the time was ripe for another and, if possible, final expedition.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading JULIET ASSERTS HERSELF Now that the owner of the Bar T ranch had succeeded again in a match of wits with Larkin, he put sheep out of his mind and turned his attention to the more-immediate danger of rustlers.
a message received and understood
From this reading With Larkin in his power, he had no doubt that the necessary information could be procured from him in one way or another, and, after talking matters over with Stelton, dispatched cowboys at top speed to the ranches in his district, asking that the owners and as many men as they could spare should come at once to a conference at the Bar T.
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
From this reading Having got them there, it was his intention to sweat Larkin for names and descriptions, and then let him go.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It had been a matter of a couple of years since the last determined attempt of the cowmen to oust these poachers by force of arms, and Bissell thought that the time was ripe for another and, if possible, final expedition.
JULIET
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From this reading JULIET ASSERTS HERSELF Now that the owner of the Bar T ranch had succeeded again in a match of wits with Larkin, he put sheep out of his mind and turned his attention to the more-immediate danger of rustlers.
Larkin
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From this reading JULIET ASSERTS HERSELF Now that the owner of the Bar T ranch had succeeded again in a match of wits with Larkin, he put sheep out of his mind and turned his attention to the more-immediate danger of rustlers.
immediately past
From this reading It had been a matter of a couple of years since the last determined attempt of the cowmen to oust these poachers by force of arms, and Bissell thought that the time was ripe for another and, if possible, final expedition.
letauxiliary verbUS /let/
used to make a suggestion or a command including the speaker
From this reading Having got them there, it was his intention to sweat Larkin for names and descriptions, and then let him go.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number
From this reading With Larkin in his power, he had no doubt that the necessary information could be procured from him in one way or another, and, after talking matters over with Stelton, dispatched cowboys at top speed to the ranches in his district, asking that the owners and as many men as they could spare should come at once to a conference at the Bar T.
be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics
From this reading JULIET ASSERTS HERSELF Now that the owner of the Bar T ranch had succeeded again in a match of wits with Larkin, he put sheep out of his mind and turned his attention to the more-immediate danger of rustlers.
a vaguely specified concern
From this reading It had been a matter of a couple of years since the last determined attempt of the cowmen to oust these poachers by force of arms, and Bissell thought that the time was ripe for another and, if possible, final expedition.
plural of “matter” — a vaguely specified concern
From this reading With Larkin in his power, he had no doubt that the necessary information could be procured from him in one way or another, and, after talking matters over with Stelton, dispatched cowboys at top speed to the ranches in his district, asking that the owners and as many men as they could spare should come at once to a conference at the Bar T.
plural of “member” — one of the persons who compose a social group (especially individuals who have joined and participate in a group organization)
From this reading Should the sheepman refuse all information, then his case could be acted upon by the members of the association without any further delay.
the force of workers available
From this reading With Larkin in his power, he had no doubt that the necessary information could be procured from him in one way or another, and, after talking matters over with Stelton, dispatched cowboys at top speed to the ranches in his district, asking that the owners and as many men as they could spare should come at once to a conference at the Bar T.
The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.
From this reading JULIET ASSERTS HERSELF Now that the owner of the Bar T ranch had succeeded again in a match of wits with Larkin, he put sheep out of his mind and turned his attention to the more-immediate danger of rustlers.
more-immediate
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From this reading JULIET ASSERTS HERSELF Now that the owner of the Bar T ranch had succeeded again in a match of wits with Larkin, he put sheep out of his mind and turned his attention to the more-immediate danger of rustlers.
verbal abuse; a crude substitute for argument
From this reading Having got them there, it was his intention to sweat Larkin for names and descriptions, and then let him go.
absolutely essential
From this reading With Larkin in his power, he had no doubt that the necessary information could be procured from him in one way or another, and, after talking matters over with Stelton, dispatched cowboys at top speed to the ranches in his district, asking that the owners and as many men as they could spare should come at once to a conference at the Bar T.
not any; not one
From this reading With Larkin in his power, he had no doubt that the necessary information could be procured from him in one way or another, and, after talking matters over with Stelton, dispatched cowboys at top speed to the ranches in his district, asking that the owners and as many men as they could spare should come at once to a conference at the Bar T.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading JULIET ASSERTS HERSELF Now that the owner of the Bar T ranch had succeeded again in a match of wits with Larkin, he put sheep out of his mind and turned his attention to the more-immediate danger of rustlers.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading JULIET ASSERTS HERSELF Now that the owner of the Bar T ranch had succeeded again in a match of wits with Larkin, he put sheep out of his mind and turned his attention to the more-immediate danger of rustlers.
on one occasion
From this reading With Larkin in his power, he had no doubt that the necessary information could be procured from him in one way or another, and, after talking matters over with Stelton, dispatched cowboys at top speed to the ranches in his district, asking that the owners and as many men as they could spare should come at once to a conference at the Bar T.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading With Larkin in his power, he had no doubt that the necessary information could be procured from him in one way or another, and, after talking matters over with Stelton, dispatched cowboys at top speed to the ranches in his district, asking that the owners and as many men as they could spare should come at once to a conference at the Bar T.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading With Larkin in his power, he had no doubt that the necessary information could be procured from him in one way or another, and, after talking matters over with Stelton, dispatched cowboys at top speed to the ranches in his district, asking that the owners and as many men as they could spare should come at once to a conference at the Bar T.
oustverbUS /aʊst/
remove from a position or office
From this reading It had been a matter of a couple of years since the last determined attempt of the cowmen to oust these poachers by force of arms, and Bissell thought that the time was ripe for another and, if possible, final expedition.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading JULIET ASSERTS HERSELF Now that the owner of the Bar T ranch had succeeded again in a match of wits with Larkin, he put sheep out of his mind and turned his attention to the more-immediate danger of rustlers.
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading With Larkin in his power, he had no doubt that the necessary information could be procured from him in one way or another, and, after talking matters over with Stelton, dispatched cowboys at top speed to the ranches in his district, asking that the owners and as many men as they could spare should come at once to a conference at the Bar T.
(law) someone who owns (is legal possessor of) a business
From this reading JULIET ASSERTS HERSELF Now that the owner of the Bar T ranch had succeeded again in a match of wits with Larkin, he put sheep out of his mind and turned his attention to the more-immediate danger of rustlers.
ownersnounUS /ˈoʊnərz/
plural of “owner” — (law) someone who owns (is legal possessor of) a business
From this reading With Larkin in his power, he had no doubt that the necessary information could be procured from him in one way or another, and, after talking matters over with Stelton, dispatched cowboys at top speed to the ranches in his district, asking that the owners and as many men as they could spare should come at once to a conference at the Bar T.
poachersnounUS /ˈpoʊtʃərz/
plural of “poacher” — someone who hunts or fishes illegally on the property of another
From this reading It had been a matter of a couple of years since the last determined attempt of the cowmen to oust these poachers by force of arms, and Bissell thought that the time was ripe for another and, if possible, final expedition.
capable of happening or existing
From this reading It had been a matter of a couple of years since the last determined attempt of the cowmen to oust these poachers by force of arms, and Bissell thought that the time was ripe for another and, if possible, final expedition.
possession of controlling influence
From this reading With Larkin in his power, he had no doubt that the necessary information could be procured from him in one way or another, and, after talking matters over with Stelton, dispatched cowboys at top speed to the ranches in his district, asking that the owners and as many men as they could spare should come at once to a conference at the Bar T.
procuredverbUS /proʊˈkjʊrd/
past form of “procure” — get by special effort
From this reading With Larkin in his power, he had no doubt that the necessary information could be procured from him in one way or another, and, after talking matters over with Stelton, dispatched cowboys at top speed to the ranches in his district, asking that the owners and as many men as they could spare should come at once to a conference at the Bar T.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading JULIET ASSERTS HERSELF Now that the owner of the Bar T ranch had succeeded again in a match of wits with Larkin, he put sheep out of his mind and turned his attention to the more-immediate danger of rustlers.
ranchnounUS /ræntʃ/
farm consisting of a large tract of land along with facilities needed to raise livestock (especially cattle)
From this reading JULIET ASSERTS HERSELF Now that the owner of the Bar T ranch had succeeded again in a match of wits with Larkin, he put sheep out of his mind and turned his attention to the more-immediate danger of rustlers.
ranchesnounUS /ˈræntʃəz/
plural of “ranch” — farm consisting of a large tract of land along with facilities needed to raise livestock (especially cattle)
From this reading With Larkin in his power, he had no doubt that the necessary information could be procured from him in one way or another, and, after talking matters over with Stelton, dispatched cowboys at top speed to the ranches in his district, asking that the owners and as many men as they could spare should come at once to a conference at the Bar T.
show unwillingness towards
From this reading Should the sheepman refuse all information, then his case could be acted upon by the members of the association without any further delay.
ripeadjectiveUS /raɪp/
fully developed or matured and ready to be eaten or used
From this reading It had been a matter of a couple of years since the last determined attempt of the cowmen to oust these poachers by force of arms, and Bissell thought that the time was ripe for another and, if possible, final expedition.
rustlersnounUS /ˈrʌsələrz/
plural of “rustler” — someone who steals livestock (especially cattle)
From this reading JULIET ASSERTS HERSELF Now that the owner of the Bar T ranch had succeeded again in a match of wits with Larkin, he put sheep out of his mind and turned his attention to the more-immediate danger of rustlers.
woolly usually horned ruminant mammal related to the goat
From this reading JULIET ASSERTS HERSELF Now that the owner of the Bar T ranch had succeeded again in a match of wits with Larkin, he put sheep out of his mind and turned his attention to the more-immediate danger of rustlers.
sheepmannoun
a man who raises (or tends) sheep
From this reading Should the sheepman refuse all information, then his case could be acted upon by the members of the association without any further delay.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading With Larkin in his power, he had no doubt that the necessary information could be procured from him in one way or another, and, after talking matters over with Stelton, dispatched cowboys at top speed to the ranches in his district, asking that the owners and as many men as they could spare should come at once to a conference at the Bar T.
sinceprepositionUS /sɪns/
from a time in the past until now
From this reading It had been a matter of a couple of years since the last determined attempt of the cowmen to oust these poachers by force of arms, and Bissell thought that the time was ripe for another and, if possible, final expedition.
refrain from harming
From this reading With Larkin in his power, he had no doubt that the necessary information could be procured from him in one way or another, and, after talking matters over with Stelton, dispatched cowboys at top speed to the ranches in his district, asking that the owners and as many men as they could spare should come at once to a conference at the Bar T.
move hurridly
From this reading With Larkin in his power, he had no doubt that the necessary information could be procured from him in one way or another, and, after talking matters over with Stelton, dispatched cowboys at top speed to the ranches in his district, asking that the owners and as many men as they could spare should come at once to a conference at the Bar T.
Stelton
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From this reading With Larkin in his power, he had no doubt that the necessary information could be procured from him in one way or another, and, after talking matters over with Stelton, dispatched cowboys at top speed to the ranches in his district, asking that the owners and as many men as they could spare should come at once to a conference at the Bar T.
past form of “succeed” — attain success or reach a desired goal
From this reading JULIET ASSERTS HERSELF Now that the owner of the Bar T ranch had succeeded again in a match of wits with Larkin, he put sheep out of his mind and turned his attention to the more-immediate danger of rustlers.
sweatnounUS /swet/
salty fluid secreted by sweat glands
From this reading Having got them there, it was his intention to sweat Larkin for names and descriptions, and then let him go.
a base found in DNA (but not in RNA) and derived from pyrimidine; pairs with adenine
From this reading JULIET ASSERTS HERSELF Now that the owner of the Bar T ranch had succeeded again in a match of wits with Larkin, he put sheep out of his mind and turned his attention to the more-immediate danger of rustlers.
an exchange of ideas via conversation
From this reading With Larkin in his power, he had no doubt that the necessary information could be procured from him in one way or another, and, after talking matters over with Stelton, dispatched cowboys at top speed to the ranches in his district, asking that the owners and as many men as they could spare should come at once to a conference at the Bar T.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading JULIET ASSERTS HERSELF Now that the owner of the Bar T ranch had succeeded again in a match of wits with Larkin, he put sheep out of his mind and turned his attention to the more-immediate danger of rustlers.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading JULIET ASSERTS HERSELF Now that the owner of the Bar T ranch had succeeded again in a match of wits with Larkin, he put sheep out of his mind and turned his attention to the more-immediate danger of rustlers.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading Having got them there, it was his intention to sweat Larkin for names and descriptions, and then let him go.
subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)
From this reading Having got them there, it was his intention to sweat Larkin for names and descriptions, and then let him go.
in or at that place or location
From this reading Having got them there, it was his intention to sweat Larkin for names and descriptions, and then let him go.
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading It had been a matter of a couple of years since the last determined attempt of the cowmen to oust these poachers by force of arms, and Bissell thought that the time was ripe for another and, if possible, final expedition.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading With Larkin in his power, he had no doubt that the necessary information could be procured from him in one way or another, and, after talking matters over with Stelton, dispatched cowboys at top speed to the ranches in his district, asking that the owners and as many men as they could spare should come at once to a conference at the Bar T.
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading It had been a matter of a couple of years since the last determined attempt of the cowmen to oust these poachers by force of arms, and Bissell thought that the time was ripe for another and, if possible, final expedition.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading It had been a matter of a couple of years since the last determined attempt of the cowmen to oust these poachers by force of arms, and Bissell thought that the time was ripe for another and, if possible, final expedition.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading JULIET ASSERTS HERSELF Now that the owner of the Bar T ranch had succeeded again in a match of wits with Larkin, he put sheep out of his mind and turned his attention to the more-immediate danger of rustlers.
the upper part of anything
From this reading With Larkin in his power, he had no doubt that the necessary information could be procured from him in one way or another, and, after talking matters over with Stelton, dispatched cowboys at top speed to the ranches in his district, asking that the owners and as many men as they could spare should come at once to a conference at the Bar T.
moved around an axis or center
From this reading JULIET ASSERTS HERSELF Now that the owner of the Bar T ranch had succeeded again in a match of wits with Larkin, he put sheep out of his mind and turned his attention to the more-immediate danger of rustlers.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading Should the sheepman refuse all information, then his case could be acted upon by the members of the association without any further delay.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading It had been a matter of a couple of years since the last determined attempt of the cowmen to oust these poachers by force of arms, and Bissell thought that the time was ripe for another and, if possible, final expedition.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading With Larkin in his power, he had no doubt that the necessary information could be procured from him in one way or another, and, after talking matters over with Stelton, dispatched cowboys at top speed to the ranches in his district, asking that the owners and as many men as they could spare should come at once to a conference at the Bar T.
in the company of; together with
From this reading JULIET ASSERTS HERSELF Now that the owner of the Bar T ranch had succeeded again in a match of wits with Larkin, he put sheep out of his mind and turned his attention to the more-immediate danger of rustlers.
not having, not using, or not accompanied by
From this reading Should the sheepman refuse all information, then his case could be acted upon by the members of the association without any further delay.
witsnounUS /wɪts/
the basic human power of intelligent thought and perception
From this reading JULIET ASSERTS HERSELF Now that the owner of the Bar T ranch had succeeded again in a match of wits with Larkin, he put sheep out of his mind and turned his attention to the more-immediate danger of rustlers.
a late time of life
From this reading It had been a matter of a couple of years since the last determined attempt of the cowmen to oust these poachers by force of arms, and Bissell thought that the time was ripe for another and, if possible, final expedition.
