used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading FIVE BULL’S-EYES IN SIX SHOTS “It doesn’t seem exactly the thing to frighten a fellow half to death just when he is making friendly advances to you,” reflected Phil, as he watched the flying figure of Mr. Goldollar, “but what else could I do?
advancesnounUS /ədˈvænsəz/
plural of “advance” — a movement forward
From this reading FIVE BULL’S-EYES IN SIX SHOTS “It doesn’t seem exactly the thing to frighten a fellow half to death just when he is making friendly advances to you,” reflected Phil, as he watched the flying figure of Mr. Goldollar, “but what else could I do?
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading I had to try and keep my promise.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading FIVE BULL’S-EYES IN SIX SHOTS “It doesn’t seem exactly the thing to frighten a fellow half to death just when he is making friendly advances to you,” reflected Phil, as he watched the flying figure of Mr. Goldollar, “but what else could I do?
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading At this thought the lad’s blood boiled with such indignation that he felt inclined to follow Mr. Goldollar, and still further impress upon him the lesson he had just received.
in addition to; as well as
From this reading Besides, how dared he to insult me with such a proposal?
The red fluid that circulates in the heart and blood vessels.
From this reading At this thought the lad’s blood boiled with such indignation that he felt inclined to follow Mr. Goldollar, and still further impress upon him the lesson he had just received.
boiledadjectiveUS /bɔɪld/
cooked in hot water
From this reading At this thought the lad’s blood boiled with such indignation that he felt inclined to follow Mr. Goldollar, and still further impress upon him the lesson he had just received.
BULL'S-EYES
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From this reading FIVE BULL’S-EYES IN SIX SHOTS “It doesn’t seem exactly the thing to frighten a fellow half to death just when he is making friendly advances to you,” reflected Phil, as he watched the flying figure of Mr. Goldollar, “but what else could I do?
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading FIVE BULL’S-EYES IN SIX SHOTS “It doesn’t seem exactly the thing to frighten a fellow half to death just when he is making friendly advances to you,” reflected Phil, as he watched the flying figure of Mr. Goldollar, “but what else could I do?
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading FIVE BULL’S-EYES IN SIX SHOTS “It doesn’t seem exactly the thing to frighten a fellow half to death just when he is making friendly advances to you,” reflected Phil, as he watched the flying figure of Mr. Goldollar, “but what else could I do?
past form of “dare” — take upon oneself; act presumptuously, without permission
From this reading Besides, how dared he to insult me with such a proposal?
the event of dying or departure from life
From this reading FIVE BULL’S-EYES IN SIX SHOTS “It doesn’t seem exactly the thing to frighten a fellow half to death just when he is making friendly advances to you,” reflected Phil, as he watched the flying figure of Mr. Goldollar, “but what else could I do?
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading FIVE BULL’S-EYES IN SIX SHOTS “It doesn’t seem exactly the thing to frighten a fellow half to death just when he is making friendly advances to you,” reflected Phil, as he watched the flying figure of Mr. Goldollar, “but what else could I do?
doesn't
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From this reading FIVE BULL’S-EYES IN SIX SHOTS “It doesn’t seem exactly the thing to frighten a fellow half to death just when he is making friendly advances to you,” reflected Phil, as he watched the flying figure of Mr. Goldollar, “but what else could I do?
else
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From this reading FIVE BULL’S-EYES IN SIX SHOTS “It doesn’t seem exactly the thing to frighten a fellow half to death just when he is making friendly advances to you,” reflected Phil, as he watched the flying figure of Mr. Goldollar, “but what else could I do?
indicating exactness or preciseness
From this reading FIVE BULL’S-EYES IN SIX SHOTS “It doesn’t seem exactly the thing to frighten a fellow half to death just when he is making friendly advances to you,” reflected Phil, as he watched the flying figure of Mr. Goldollar, “but what else could I do?
a boy or man
From this reading FIVE BULL’S-EYES IN SIX SHOTS “It doesn’t seem exactly the thing to frighten a fellow half to death just when he is making friendly advances to you,” reflected Phil, as he watched the flying figure of Mr. Goldollar, “but what else could I do?
mat together and make felt-like
From this reading At this thought the lad’s blood boiled with such indignation that he felt inclined to follow Mr. Goldollar, and still further impress upon him the lesson he had just received.
a diagram or picture illustrating textual material
From this reading FIVE BULL’S-EYES IN SIX SHOTS “It doesn’t seem exactly the thing to frighten a fellow half to death just when he is making friendly advances to you,” reflected Phil, as he watched the flying figure of Mr. Goldollar, “but what else could I do?
the cardinal number that is the sum of four and one
From this reading FIVE BULL’S-EYES IN SIX SHOTS “It doesn’t seem exactly the thing to frighten a fellow half to death just when he is making friendly advances to you,” reflected Phil, as he watched the flying figure of Mr. Goldollar, “but what else could I do?
moving swiftly
From this reading FIVE BULL’S-EYES IN SIX SHOTS “It doesn’t seem exactly the thing to frighten a fellow half to death just when he is making friendly advances to you,” reflected Phil, as he watched the flying figure of Mr. Goldollar, “but what else could I do?
to travel behind, go after, come after
From this reading At this thought the lad’s blood boiled with such indignation that he felt inclined to follow Mr. Goldollar, and still further impress upon him the lesson he had just received.
characteristic of or befitting a friend
From this reading FIVE BULL’S-EYES IN SIX SHOTS “It doesn’t seem exactly the thing to frighten a fellow half to death just when he is making friendly advances to you,” reflected Phil, as he watched the flying figure of Mr. Goldollar, “but what else could I do?
frightenverbUS /ˈfraɪtən/
cause fear in
From this reading FIVE BULL’S-EYES IN SIX SHOTS “It doesn’t seem exactly the thing to frighten a fellow half to death just when he is making friendly advances to you,” reflected Phil, as he watched the flying figure of Mr. Goldollar, “but what else could I do?
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 At this thought the lad’s blood boiled with such indignation that he felt inclined to follow Mr. Goldollar, and still further impress upon him the lesson he had just received.
Goldollar
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From this reading FIVE BULL’S-EYES IN SIX SHOTS “It doesn’t seem exactly the thing to frighten a fellow half to death just when he is making friendly advances to you,” reflected Phil, as he watched the flying figure of Mr. Goldollar, “but what else could I do?
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading I had to try and keep my promise.
consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity
From this reading FIVE BULL’S-EYES IN SIX SHOTS “It doesn’t seem exactly the thing to frighten a fellow half to death just when he is making friendly advances to you,” reflected Phil, as he watched the flying figure of Mr. Goldollar, “but what else could I do?
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading FIVE BULL’S-EYES IN SIX SHOTS “It doesn’t seem exactly the thing to frighten a fellow half to death just when he is making friendly advances to you,” reflected Phil, as he watched the flying figure of Mr. Goldollar, “but what else could I do?
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading At this thought the lad’s blood boiled with such indignation that he felt inclined to follow Mr. Goldollar, and still further impress upon him the lesson he had just received.
how
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From this reading Besides, how dared he to insult me with such a proposal?
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading FIVE BULL’S-EYES IN SIX SHOTS “It doesn’t seem exactly the thing to frighten a fellow half to death just when he is making friendly advances to you,” reflected Phil, as he watched the flying figure of Mr. Goldollar, “but what else could I do?
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading The idea of suggesting that I should turn smuggler!”
impressverbUS /ˌɪmˈpres/
have an emotional or cognitive impact upon
From this reading At this thought the lad’s blood boiled with such indignation that he felt inclined to follow Mr. Goldollar, and still further impress upon him the lesson he had just received.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading FIVE BULL’S-EYES IN SIX SHOTS “It doesn’t seem exactly the thing to frighten a fellow half to death just when he is making friendly advances to you,” reflected Phil, as he watched the flying figure of Mr. Goldollar, “but what else could I do?
(often followed by “to”) having a preference, disposition, or tendency
From this reading At this thought the lad’s blood boiled with such indignation that he felt inclined to follow Mr. Goldollar, and still further impress upon him the lesson he had just received.
a feeling of righteous anger
From this reading At this thought the lad’s blood boiled with such indignation that he felt inclined to follow Mr. Goldollar, and still further impress upon him the lesson he had just received.
insultnounUS /ˌɪnˈsʌlt/
a rude expression intended to offend or hurt
From this reading Besides, how dared he to insult me with such a proposal?
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading FIVE BULL’S-EYES IN SIX SHOTS “It doesn’t seem exactly the thing to frighten a fellow half to death just when he is making friendly advances to you,” reflected Phil, as he watched the flying figure of Mr. Goldollar, “but what else could I do?
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading FIVE BULL’S-EYES IN SIX SHOTS “It doesn’t seem exactly the thing to frighten a fellow half to death just when he is making friendly advances to you,” reflected Phil, as he watched the flying figure of Mr. Goldollar, “but what else could I do?
and nothing more
From this reading FIVE BULL’S-EYES IN SIX SHOTS “It doesn’t seem exactly the thing to frighten a fellow half to death just when he is making friendly advances to you,” reflected Phil, as he watched the flying figure of Mr. Goldollar, “but what else could I do?
cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”
From this reading I had to try and keep my promise.
lad's
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From this reading At this thought the lad’s blood boiled with such indignation that he felt inclined to follow Mr. Goldollar, and still further impress upon him the lesson he had just received.
a unit of instruction
From this reading At this thought the lad’s blood boiled with such indignation that he felt inclined to follow Mr. Goldollar, and still further impress upon him the lesson he had just received.
the act that results in something coming to be
From this reading FIVE BULL’S-EYES IN SIX SHOTS “It doesn’t seem exactly the thing to frighten a fellow half to death just when he is making friendly advances to you,” reflected Phil, as he watched the flying figure of Mr. Goldollar, “but what else could I do?
the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Besides, how dared he to insult me with such a proposal?
a form of address for a man
From this reading FIVE BULL’S-EYES IN SIX SHOTS “It doesn’t seem exactly the thing to frighten a fellow half to death just when he is making friendly advances to you,” reflected Phil, as he watched the flying figure of Mr. Goldollar, “but what else could I do?
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading I had to try and keep my promise.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading FIVE BULL’S-EYES IN SIX SHOTS “It doesn’t seem exactly the thing to frighten a fellow half to death just when he is making friendly advances to you,” reflected Phil, as he watched the flying figure of Mr. Goldollar, “but what else could I do?
Phil
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From this reading FIVE BULL’S-EYES IN SIX SHOTS “It doesn’t seem exactly the thing to frighten a fellow half to death just when he is making friendly advances to you,” reflected Phil, as he watched the flying figure of Mr. Goldollar, “but what else could I do?
make a promise or commitment
From this reading I had to try and keep my promise.
proposalnounUS /prəˈpoʊzəl/
something proposed (such as a plan or assumption)
From this reading Besides, how dared he to insult me with such a proposal?
conforming to the established language usage of educated native speakers
From this reading At this thought the lad’s blood boiled with such indignation that he felt inclined to follow Mr. Goldollar, and still further impress upon him the lesson he had just received.
(especially of incident sound or light) bent or sent back
From this reading FIVE BULL’S-EYES IN SIX SHOTS “It doesn’t seem exactly the thing to frighten a fellow half to death just when he is making friendly advances to you,” reflected Phil, as he watched the flying figure of Mr. Goldollar, “but what else could I do?
give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading FIVE BULL’S-EYES IN SIX SHOTS “It doesn’t seem exactly the thing to frighten a fellow half to death just when he is making friendly advances to you,” reflected Phil, as he watched the flying figure of Mr. Goldollar, “but what else could I do?
SHOTSnounUS /ʃɑːts/
plural of “shot” — the act of firing a projectile
From this reading FIVE BULL’S-EYES IN SIX SHOTS “It doesn’t seem exactly the thing to frighten a fellow half to death just when he is making friendly advances to you,” reflected Phil, as he watched the flying figure of Mr. Goldollar, “but what else could I do?
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading The idea of suggesting that I should turn smuggler!”
the cardinal number that is the sum of five and one
From this reading FIVE BULL’S-EYES IN SIX SHOTS “It doesn’t seem exactly the thing to frighten a fellow half to death just when he is making friendly advances to you,” reflected Phil, as he watched the flying figure of Mr. Goldollar, “but what else could I do?
smugglernounUS /ˈsmʌɡlər/
someone who imports or exports without paying duties
From this reading The idea of suggesting that I should turn smuggler!”
not in physical motion
From this reading At this thought the lad’s blood boiled with such indignation that he felt inclined to follow Mr. Goldollar, and still further impress upon him the lesson he had just received.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading Besides, how dared he to insult me with such a proposal?
suggestingverbUS /səˈdʒestɪŋ/
-ing form of “suggest” — make a proposal, declare a plan for something
From this reading The idea of suggesting that I should turn smuggler!”
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading The idea of suggesting that I should turn smuggler!”
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading FIVE BULL’S-EYES IN SIX SHOTS “It doesn’t seem exactly the thing to frighten a fellow half to death just when he is making friendly advances to you,” reflected Phil, as he watched the flying figure of Mr. Goldollar, “but what else could I do?
a special situation
From this reading FIVE BULL’S-EYES IN SIX SHOTS “It doesn’t seem exactly the thing to frighten a fellow half to death just when he is making friendly advances to you,” reflected Phil, as he watched the flying figure of Mr. Goldollar, “but what else could I do?
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading At this thought the lad’s blood boiled with such indignation that he felt inclined to follow Mr. Goldollar, and still further impress upon him the lesson he had just received.
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading At this thought the lad’s blood boiled with such indignation that he felt inclined to follow Mr. Goldollar, and still further impress upon him the lesson he had just received.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading FIVE BULL’S-EYES IN SIX SHOTS “It doesn’t seem exactly the thing to frighten a fellow half to death just when he is making friendly advances to you,” reflected Phil, as he watched the flying figure of Mr. Goldollar, “but what else could I do?
make an effort or attempt
From this reading I had to try and keep my promise.
change orientation or direction, also in the abstract sense
From this reading The idea of suggesting that I should turn smuggler!”
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading At this thought the lad’s blood boiled with such indignation that he felt inclined to follow Mr. Goldollar, and still further impress upon him the lesson he had just received.
past form of “watch” — look attentively
From this reading FIVE BULL’S-EYES IN SIX SHOTS “It doesn’t seem exactly the thing to frighten a fellow half to death just when he is making friendly advances to you,” reflected Phil, as he watched the flying figure of Mr. Goldollar, “but what else could I do?
used to ask for information about something
From this reading FIVE BULL’S-EYES IN SIX SHOTS “It doesn’t seem exactly the thing to frighten a fellow half to death just when he is making friendly advances to you,” reflected Phil, as he watched the flying figure of Mr. Goldollar, “but what else could I do?
at the time that
From this reading FIVE BULL’S-EYES IN SIX SHOTS “It doesn’t seem exactly the thing to frighten a fellow half to death just when he is making friendly advances to you,” reflected Phil, as he watched the flying figure of Mr. Goldollar, “but what else could I do?
in the company of; together with
From this reading Besides, how dared he to insult me with such a proposal?
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading FIVE BULL’S-EYES IN SIX SHOTS “It doesn’t seem exactly the thing to frighten a fellow half to death just when he is making friendly advances to you,” reflected Phil, as he watched the flying figure of Mr. Goldollar, “but what else could I do?
