used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading The struggle between the classes lasted only six weeks, and might be ended before that time if the freshmen succeeded in holding a class meeting within that period, and electing a president with due formality.
matters of personal concern
From this reading Ruth, who had always been a ring-leader in affairs of this nature, took particular interest in the event.
anew
From this reading THE STOLEN MEETING The spirit of rivalry, which had temporarily given way to one of courtesy for the night of the sophomore-freshmen reception, returned again with full force as soon as the party was over.
(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 All the conditions regarding the conduct of the meeting were printed in large type and hung on the principal Bulletin Boards.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading Although no regular hazing was permitted, the sophomores usually enjoyed the privilege of ordering the younger girls to obey their commands.
at all times; all the time and on every occasion
From this reading Ruth, who had always been a ring-leader in affairs of this nature, took particular interest in the event.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The struggle between the classes lasted only six weeks, and might be ended before that time if the freshmen succeeded in holding a class meeting within that period, and electing a president with due formality.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading THE STOLEN MEETING The spirit of rivalry, which had temporarily given way to one of courtesy for the night of the sophomore-freshmen reception, returned again with full force as soon as the party was over.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading The struggle between the classes lasted only six weeks, and might be ended before that time if the freshmen succeeded in holding a class meeting within that period, and electing a president with due formality.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading Ruth, who had always been a ring-leader in affairs of this nature, took particular interest in the event.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading The struggle between the classes lasted only six weeks, and might be ended before that time if the freshmen succeeded in holding a class meeting within that period, and electing a president with due formality.
in the space, time, or range separating two things
From this reading The struggle between the classes lasted only six weeks, and might be ended before that time if the freshmen succeeded in holding a class meeting within that period, and electing a president with due formality.
BoardsnounUS /bɔːrdz/
(used in the plural) the stage of a theater
From this reading All the conditions regarding the conduct of the meeting were printed in large type and hung on the principal Bulletin Boards.
BulletinnounUS /ˈbʊlɪtən/
a brief report (especially an official statement issued for immediate publication or broadcast)
From this reading All the conditions regarding the conduct of the meeting were printed in large type and hung on the principal Bulletin Boards.
a collection of things sharing a common attribute
From this reading The struggle between the classes lasted only six weeks, and might be ended before that time if the freshmen succeeded in holding a class meeting within that period, and electing a president with due formality.
classesnounUS /ˈklæsəz/
plural of “class” — a collection of things sharing a common attribute
From this reading The struggle between the classes lasted only six weeks, and might be ended before that time if the freshmen succeeded in holding a class meeting within that period, and electing a president with due formality.
commandsnounUS /kəˈmændz/
plural of “command” — an authoritative direction or instruction to do something
From this reading Although no regular hazing was permitted, the sophomores usually enjoyed the privilege of ordering the younger girls to obey their commands.
the prevailing context that influences the performance or the outcome of a process
From this reading All the conditions regarding the conduct of the meeting were printed in large type and hung on the principal Bulletin Boards.
direct the course of; manage or control
From this reading All the conditions regarding the conduct of the meeting were printed in large type and hung on the principal Bulletin Boards.
courtesynounUS /ˈkɜːrtəsi/
a courteous or respectful or considerate act
From this reading THE STOLEN MEETING The spirit of rivalry, which had temporarily given way to one of courtesy for the night of the sophomore-freshmen reception, returned again with full force as soon as the party was over.
owed and payable immediately or on demand
From this reading The struggle between the classes lasted only six weeks, and might be ended before that time if the freshmen succeeded in holding a class meeting within that period, and electing a president with due formality.
electingverbUS /ɪˈlektɪŋ/
-ing form of “elect” — select by a vote for an office or membership
From this reading The struggle between the classes lasted only six weeks, and might be ended before that time if the freshmen succeeded in holding a class meeting within that period, and electing a president with due formality.
endedadjectiveUS /ˈendəd/
having come or been brought to a conclusion
From this reading The struggle between the classes lasted only six weeks, and might be ended before that time if the freshmen succeeded in holding a class meeting within that period, and electing a president with due formality.
past form of “enjoy” — derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in
From this reading Although no regular hazing was permitted, the sophomores usually enjoyed the privilege of ordering the younger girls to obey their commands.
something that happens at a given place and time
From this reading Ruth, who had always been a ring-leader in affairs of this nature, took particular interest in the event.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading THE STOLEN MEETING The spirit of rivalry, which had temporarily given way to one of courtesy for the night of the sophomore-freshmen reception, returned again with full force as soon as the party was over.
a powerful effect or influence
From this reading THE STOLEN MEETING The spirit of rivalry, which had temporarily given way to one of courtesy for the night of the sophomore-freshmen reception, returned again with full force as soon as the party was over.
formalitynounUS /fɔːrˈmæləti/
a requirement of etiquette or custom
From this reading The struggle between the classes lasted only six weeks, and might be ended before that time if the freshmen succeeded in holding a class meeting within that period, and electing a president with due formality.
freshmennounUS /ˈfreʃmɪn/
plural of “freshman” — a first-year undergraduate
From this reading The struggle between the classes lasted only six weeks, and might be ended before that time if the freshmen succeeded in holding a class meeting within that period, and electing a president with due formality.
containing as much or as many as is possible or normal
From this reading THE STOLEN MEETING The spirit of rivalry, which had temporarily given way to one of courtesy for the night of the sophomore-freshmen reception, returned again with full force as soon as the party was over.
plural of “girl” — a young female
From this reading Although no regular hazing was permitted, the sophomores usually enjoyed the privilege of ordering the younger girls to obey their commands.
givenadjectiveUS /ˈɡɪvən/
acknowledged as a supposition
From this reading THE STOLEN MEETING The spirit of rivalry, which had temporarily given way to one of courtesy for the night of the sophomore-freshmen reception, returned again with full force as soon as the party was over.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading THE STOLEN MEETING The spirit of rivalry, which had temporarily given way to one of courtesy for the night of the sophomore-freshmen reception, returned again with full force as soon as the party was over.
hazingverbUS /ˈheɪzɪŋ/
-ing form of “haze” — become hazy, dull, or cloudy
From this reading Although no regular hazing was permitted, the sophomores usually enjoyed the privilege of ordering the younger girls to obey their commands.
the act of retaining something
From this reading The struggle between the classes lasted only six weeks, and might be ended before that time if the freshmen succeeded in holding a class meeting within that period, and electing a president with due formality.
inflected form of “hang” — be suspended or hanging
From this reading All the conditions regarding the conduct of the meeting were printed in large type and hung on the principal Bulletin Boards.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading The struggle between the classes lasted only six weeks, and might be ended before that time if the freshmen succeeded in holding a class meeting within that period, and electing a president with due formality.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading The struggle between the classes lasted only six weeks, and might be ended before that time if the freshmen succeeded in holding a class meeting within that period, and electing a president with due formality.
a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something
From this reading Ruth, who had always been a ring-leader in affairs of this nature, took particular interest in the event.
largeadjectiveUS /lɑːrdʒ/
above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading All the conditions regarding the conduct of the meeting were printed in large type and hung on the principal Bulletin Boards.
lastedverbUS /ˈlæstəd/
past form of “last” — persist for a specified period of time
From this reading The struggle between the classes lasted only six weeks, and might be ended before that time if the freshmen succeeded in holding a class meeting within that period, and electing a president with due formality.
a formally arranged gathering
From this reading THE STOLEN MEETING The spirit of rivalry, which had temporarily given way to one of courtesy for the night of the sophomore-freshmen reception, returned again with full force as soon as the party was over.
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading The struggle between the classes lasted only six weeks, and might be ended before that time if the freshmen succeeded in holding a class meeting within that period, and electing a president with due formality.
the essential qualities or characteristics by which something is recognized
From this reading Ruth, who had always been a ring-leader in affairs of this nature, took particular interest in the event.
the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside
From this reading THE STOLEN MEETING The spirit of rivalry, which had temporarily given way to one of courtesy for the night of the sophomore-freshmen reception, returned again with full force as soon as the party was over.
not any; not one
From this reading Although no regular hazing was permitted, the sophomores usually enjoyed the privilege of ordering the younger girls to obey their commands.
be obedient to
From this reading Although no regular hazing was permitted, the sophomores usually enjoyed the privilege of ordering the younger girls to obey their commands.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading THE STOLEN MEETING The spirit of rivalry, which had temporarily given way to one of courtesy for the night of the sophomore-freshmen reception, returned again with full force as soon as the party was over.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading All the conditions regarding the conduct of the meeting were printed in large type and hung on the principal Bulletin Boards.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading THE STOLEN MEETING The spirit of rivalry, which had temporarily given way to one of courtesy for the night of the sophomore-freshmen reception, returned again with full force as soon as the party was over.
and nothing more
From this reading The struggle between the classes lasted only six weeks, and might be ended before that time if the freshmen succeeded in holding a class meeting within that period, and electing a president with due formality.
orderingnounUS /ˈɔːrdərɪŋ/
logical or comprehensible arrangement of separate elements
From this reading Although no regular hazing was permitted, the sophomores usually enjoyed the privilege of ordering the younger girls to obey their commands.
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading THE STOLEN MEETING The spirit of rivalry, which had temporarily given way to one of courtesy for the night of the sophomore-freshmen reception, returned again with full force as soon as the party was over.
unique or specific to a person or thing or category
From this reading Ruth, who had always been a ring-leader in affairs of this nature, took particular interest in the event.
an organization to gain political power
From this reading THE STOLEN MEETING The spirit of rivalry, which had temporarily given way to one of courtesy for the night of the sophomore-freshmen reception, returned again with full force as soon as the party was over.
an amount of time
From this reading The struggle between the classes lasted only six weeks, and might be ended before that time if the freshmen succeeded in holding a class meeting within that period, and electing a president with due formality.
inflected form of “permit” — consent to, give permission
From this reading Although no regular hazing was permitted, the sophomores usually enjoyed the privilege of ordering the younger girls to obey their commands.
an executive officer of a firm or corporation
From this reading The struggle between the classes lasted only six weeks, and might be ended before that time if the freshmen succeeded in holding a class meeting within that period, and electing a president with due formality.
the original amount of a debt on which interest is calculated
From this reading All the conditions regarding the conduct of the meeting were printed in large type and hung on the principal Bulletin Boards.
past form of “print” — put into print
From this reading All the conditions regarding the conduct of the meeting were printed in large type and hung on the principal Bulletin Boards.
privilegenounUS /ˈprɪvlədʒ/
a special advantage or immunity or benefit not enjoyed by all
From this reading Although no regular hazing was permitted, the sophomores usually enjoyed the privilege of ordering the younger girls to obey their commands.
receptionnounUS /rɪˈsepʃən/
the manner in which something is greeted
From this reading THE STOLEN MEETING The spirit of rivalry, which had temporarily given way to one of courtesy for the night of the sophomore-freshmen reception, returned again with full force as soon as the party was over.
-ing form of “regard” — deem to be
From this reading All the conditions regarding the conduct of the meeting were printed in large type and hung on the principal Bulletin Boards.
in accordance with fixed order or procedure or principle
From this reading Although no regular hazing was permitted, the sophomores usually enjoyed the privilege of ordering the younger girls to obey their commands.
past form of “return” — go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before
From this reading THE STOLEN MEETING The spirit of rivalry, which had temporarily given way to one of courtesy for the night of the sophomore-freshmen reception, returned again with full force as soon as the party was over.
ring-leader
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From this reading Ruth, who had always been a ring-leader in affairs of this nature, took particular interest in the event.
rivalrynounUS /ˈraɪvəlri/
the act of competing as for profit or a prize
From this reading THE STOLEN MEETING The spirit of rivalry, which had temporarily given way to one of courtesy for the night of the sophomore-freshmen reception, returned again with full force as soon as the party was over.
United States professional baseball player famous for hitting home runs (1895-1948)
From this reading Ruth, who had always been a ring-leader in affairs of this nature, took particular interest in the event.
the cardinal number that is the sum of five and one
From this reading The struggle between the classes lasted only six weeks, and might be ended before that time if the freshmen succeeded in holding a class meeting within that period, and electing a president with due formality.
in the near future
From this reading THE STOLEN MEETING The spirit of rivalry, which had temporarily given way to one of courtesy for the night of the sophomore-freshmen reception, returned again with full force as soon as the party was over.
sophomore-freshmen
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From this reading THE STOLEN MEETING The spirit of rivalry, which had temporarily given way to one of courtesy for the night of the sophomore-freshmen reception, returned again with full force as soon as the party was over.
sophomoresnounUS /ˈsɑːfmɔːrz/
plural of “sophomore” — a second-year undergraduate
From this reading Although no regular hazing was permitted, the sophomores usually enjoyed the privilege of ordering the younger girls to obey their commands.
the vital principle or animating force within living things
From this reading THE STOLEN MEETING The spirit of rivalry, which had temporarily given way to one of courtesy for the night of the sophomore-freshmen reception, returned again with full force as soon as the party was over.
inflected form of “steal” — take without the owner's consent
From this reading THE STOLEN MEETING The spirit of rivalry, which had temporarily given way to one of courtesy for the night of the sophomore-freshmen reception, returned again with full force as soon as the party was over.
make a strenuous or labored effort
From this reading The struggle between the classes lasted only six weeks, and might be ended before that time if the freshmen succeeded in holding a class meeting within that period, and electing a president with due formality.
past form of “succeed” — attain success or reach a desired goal
From this reading The struggle between the classes lasted only six weeks, and might be ended before that time if the freshmen succeeded in holding a class meeting within that period, and electing a president with due formality.
temporarilyadverbUS /ˌtempərˈerəli/
for a limited time only; not permanently
From this reading THE STOLEN MEETING The spirit of rivalry, which had temporarily given way to one of courtesy for the night of the sophomore-freshmen reception, returned again with full force as soon as the party was over.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading The struggle between the classes lasted only six weeks, and might be ended before that time if the freshmen succeeded in holding a class meeting within that period, and electing a president with due formality.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE STOLEN MEETING The spirit of rivalry, which had temporarily given way to one of courtesy for the night of the sophomore-freshmen reception, returned again with full force as soon as the party was over.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading Although no regular hazing was permitted, the sophomores usually enjoyed the privilege of ordering the younger girls to obey their commands.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading Ruth, who had always been a ring-leader in affairs of this nature, took particular interest in the event.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading The struggle between the classes lasted only six weeks, and might be ended before that time if the freshmen succeeded in holding a class meeting within that period, and electing a president with due formality.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading THE STOLEN MEETING The spirit of rivalry, which had temporarily given way to one of courtesy for the night of the sophomore-freshmen reception, returned again with full force as soon as the party was over.
inflected form of “take” — carry out
From this reading Ruth, who had always been a ring-leader in affairs of this nature, took particular interest in the event.
a subdivision of a particular kind of thing
From this reading All the conditions regarding the conduct of the meeting were printed in large type and hung on the principal Bulletin Boards.
under normal conditions
From this reading Although no regular hazing was permitted, the sophomores usually enjoyed the privilege of ordering the younger girls to obey their commands.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading THE STOLEN MEETING The spirit of rivalry, which had temporarily given way to one of courtesy for the night of the sophomore-freshmen reception, returned again with full force as soon as the party was over.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading THE STOLEN MEETING The spirit of rivalry, which had temporarily given way to one of courtesy for the night of the sophomore-freshmen reception, returned again with full force as soon as the party was over.
plural of “week” — any period of seven consecutive days
From this reading The struggle between the classes lasted only six weeks, and might be ended before that time if the freshmen succeeded in holding a class meeting within that period, and electing a president with due formality.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading All the conditions regarding the conduct of the meeting were printed in large type and hung on the principal Bulletin Boards.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading THE STOLEN MEETING The spirit of rivalry, which had temporarily given way to one of courtesy for the night of the sophomore-freshmen reception, returned again with full force as soon as the party was over.
which person or people
From this reading Ruth, who had always been a ring-leader in affairs of this nature, took particular interest in the event.
in the company of; together with
From this reading THE STOLEN MEETING The spirit of rivalry, which had temporarily given way to one of courtesy for the night of the sophomore-freshmen reception, returned again with full force as soon as the party was over.
inside; before a period of time has passed
From this reading The struggle between the classes lasted only six weeks, and might be ended before that time if the freshmen succeeded in holding a class meeting within that period, and electing a president with due formality.
used of the younger of two persons of the same name especially used to distinguish a son from his father
From this reading Although no regular hazing was permitted, the sophomores usually enjoyed the privilege of ordering the younger girls to obey their commands.
