used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading A PROPOSITION.
acheverbUS /eɪk/
feel physical pain
From this reading The candidates are discussed from every angle, their respective eligibility decided upon over and over again by every group that gathers in the dining room, in the reception parlors, in the dormitory, until the girls in question fairly ache to have the thing settled one way or the other.
matters of personal concern
From this reading A college election of any kind is always supremely interesting to the students; for the time being studies, social affairs, even athletics are forgotten in the suspense that surrounds the outcome.
anew
From this reading The candidates are discussed from every angle, their respective eligibility decided upon over and over again by every group that gathers in the dining room, in the reception parlors, in the dormitory, until the girls in question fairly ache to have the thing settled one way or the other.
at all times; all the time and on every occasion
From this reading A college election of any kind is always supremely interesting to the students; for the time being studies, social affairs, even athletics are forgotten in the suspense that surrounds the outcome.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The candidates are discussed from every angle, their respective eligibility decided upon over and over again by every group that gathers in the dining room, in the reception parlors, in the dormitory, until the girls in question fairly ache to have the thing settled one way or the other.
anglenounUS /ˈæŋɡəl/
the space between two lines or planes that intersect; the inclination of one line to another; measured in degrees or radians
From this reading The candidates are discussed from every angle, their respective eligibility decided upon over and over again by every group that gathers in the dining room, in the reception parlors, in the dormitory, until the girls in question fairly ache to have the thing settled one way or the other.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading A college election of any kind is always supremely interesting to the students; for the time being studies, social affairs, even athletics are forgotten in the suspense that surrounds the outcome.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading A college election of any kind is always supremely interesting to the students; for the time being studies, social affairs, even athletics are forgotten in the suspense that surrounds the outcome.
athleticsnounUS /æθˈletɪks/
an active diversion requiring physical exertion and competition
From this reading A college election of any kind is always supremely interesting to the students; for the time being studies, social affairs, even athletics are forgotten in the suspense that surrounds the outcome.
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading A college election of any kind is always supremely interesting to the students; for the time being studies, social affairs, even athletics are forgotten in the suspense that surrounds the outcome.
third-person singular of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere
From this reading With the exception of student-government president, no office brings to its recipient the honor and prestige of the senior presidency.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading The candidates are discussed from every angle, their respective eligibility decided upon over and over again by every group that gathers in the dining room, in the reception parlors, in the dormitory, until the girls in question fairly ache to have the thing settled one way or the other.
candidatesnounUS /ˈkændədeɪts/
plural of “candidate” — a politician who is running for public office
From this reading The candidates are discussed from every angle, their respective eligibility decided upon over and over again by every group that gathers in the dining room, in the reception parlors, in the dormitory, until the girls in question fairly ache to have the thing settled one way or the other.
the body of faculty and students of a college
From this reading A college election of any kind is always supremely interesting to the students; for the time being studies, social affairs, even athletics are forgotten in the suspense that surrounds the outcome.
recognizable; marked
From this reading The candidates are discussed from every angle, their respective eligibility decided upon over and over again by every group that gathers in the dining room, in the reception parlors, in the dormitory, until the girls in question fairly ache to have the thing settled one way or the other.
diningnounUS /ˈdaɪnɪŋ/
the act of eating dinner
From this reading The candidates are discussed from every angle, their respective eligibility decided upon over and over again by every group that gathers in the dining room, in the reception parlors, in the dormitory, until the girls in question fairly ache to have the thing settled one way or the other.
discussedverbUS /dɪˈskʌst/
past form of “discuss” — to consider or examine in speech or writing
From this reading The candidates are discussed from every angle, their respective eligibility decided upon over and over again by every group that gathers in the dining room, in the reception parlors, in the dormitory, until the girls in question fairly ache to have the thing settled one way or the other.
dormitorynounUS /ˈdɔːrmətɔːri/
a college or university building containing living quarters for students
From this reading The candidates are discussed from every angle, their respective eligibility decided upon over and over again by every group that gathers in the dining room, in the reception parlors, in the dormitory, until the girls in question fairly ache to have the thing settled one way or the other.
electionnounUS /ɪˈlekʃən/
a vote to select the winner of a position or political office
From this reading A college election of any kind is always supremely interesting to the students; for the time being studies, social affairs, even athletics are forgotten in the suspense that surrounds the outcome.
eligibilitynounUS /ˌelɪdʒəˈbɪlɪti/
the quality or state of being eligible
From this reading The candidates are discussed from every angle, their respective eligibility decided upon over and over again by every group that gathers in the dining room, in the reception parlors, in the dormitory, until the girls in question fairly ache to have the thing settled one way or the other.
to come or go into
From this reading From the time that the freshmen enter the college until the fall of their last year, the question retains its importance.
divisible by two
From this reading A college election of any kind is always supremely interesting to the students; for the time being studies, social affairs, even athletics are forgotten in the suspense that surrounds the outcome.
everydeterminerUS /ˈevəri/
all the members of a group, with none left out
From this reading The candidates are discussed from every angle, their respective eligibility decided upon over and over again by every group that gathers in the dining room, in the reception parlors, in the dormitory, until the girls in question fairly ache to have the thing settled one way or the other.
exceptionnounUS /ɪkˈsepʃən/
a deliberate act of omission
From this reading With the exception of student-government president, no office brings to its recipient the honor and prestige of the senior presidency.
to certain extent or degree
From this reading The candidates are discussed from every angle, their respective eligibility decided upon over and over again by every group that gathers in the dining room, in the reception parlors, in the dormitory, until the girls in question fairly ache to have the thing settled one way or the other.
descend in free fall under the influence of gravity
From this reading From the time that the freshmen enter the college until the fall of their last year, the question retains its importance.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading A college election of any kind is always supremely interesting to the students; for the time being studies, social affairs, even athletics are forgotten in the suspense that surrounds the outcome.
Not remembered; lapsed from memory.
From this reading A college election of any kind is always supremely interesting to the students; for the time being studies, social affairs, even athletics are forgotten in the suspense that surrounds the outcome.
freshmennounUS /ˈfreʃmɪn/
plural of “freshman” — a first-year undergraduate
From this reading From the time that the freshmen enter the college until the fall of their last year, the question retains its importance.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading The candidates are discussed from every angle, their respective eligibility decided upon over and over again by every group that gathers in the dining room, in the reception parlors, in the dormitory, until the girls in question fairly ache to have the thing settled one way or the other.
gathersnounUS /ˈɡæðərz/
plural of “gather” — sewing consisting of small folds or puckers made by pulling tight a thread in a line of stitching
From this reading The candidates are discussed from every angle, their respective eligibility decided upon over and over again by every group that gathers in the dining room, in the reception parlors, in the dormitory, until the girls in question fairly ache to have the thing settled one way or the other.
plural of “girl” — a young female
From this reading The candidates are discussed from every angle, their respective eligibility decided upon over and over again by every group that gathers in the dining room, in the reception parlors, in the dormitory, until the girls in question fairly ache to have the thing settled one way or the other.
any number of entities (members) considered as a unit
From this reading The candidates are discussed from every angle, their respective eligibility decided upon over and over again by every group that gathers in the dining room, in the reception parlors, in the dormitory, until the girls in question fairly ache to have the thing settled one way or the other.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading The candidates are discussed from every angle, their respective eligibility decided upon over and over again by every group that gathers in the dining room, in the reception parlors, in the dormitory, until the girls in question fairly ache to have the thing settled one way or the other.
a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction
From this reading With the exception of student-government president, no office brings to its recipient the honor and prestige of the senior presidency.
the quality of being important and worthy of note
From this reading From the time that the freshmen enter the college until the fall of their last year, the question retains its importance.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading A college election of any kind is always supremely interesting to the students; for the time being studies, social affairs, even athletics are forgotten in the suspense that surrounds the outcome.
arousing or holding the attention
From this reading A college election of any kind is always supremely interesting to the students; for the time being studies, social affairs, even athletics are forgotten in the suspense that surrounds the outcome.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading A college election of any kind is always supremely interesting to the students; for the time being studies, social affairs, even athletics are forgotten in the suspense that surrounds the outcome.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading With the exception of student-government president, no office brings to its recipient the honor and prestige of the senior presidency.
having or showing a tender and considerate and helpful nature; used especially of persons and their behavior
From this reading A college election of any kind is always supremely interesting to the students; for the time being studies, social affairs, even athletics are forgotten in the suspense that surrounds the outcome.
immediately past
From this reading From the time that the freshmen enter the college until the fall of their last year, the question retains its importance.
not any; not one
From this reading With the exception of student-government president, no office brings to its recipient the honor and prestige of the senior presidency.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading A college election of any kind is always supremely interesting to the students; for the time being studies, social affairs, even athletics are forgotten in the suspense that surrounds the outcome.
place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed
From this reading With the exception of student-government president, no office brings to its recipient the honor and prestige of the senior presidency.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading The candidates are discussed from every angle, their respective eligibility decided upon over and over again by every group that gathers in the dining room, in the reception parlors, in the dormitory, until the girls in question fairly ache to have the thing settled one way or the other.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading The candidates are discussed from every angle, their respective eligibility decided upon over and over again by every group that gathers in the dining room, in the reception parlors, in the dormitory, until the girls in question fairly ache to have the thing settled one way or the other.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading The candidates are discussed from every angle, their respective eligibility decided upon over and over again by every group that gathers in the dining room, in the reception parlors, in the dormitory, until the girls in question fairly ache to have the thing settled one way or the other.
outcomenounUS /ˈaʊtkʌm/
something that results
From this reading A college election of any kind is always supremely interesting to the students; for the time being studies, social affairs, even athletics are forgotten in the suspense that surrounds the outcome.
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading The candidates are discussed from every angle, their respective eligibility decided upon over and over again by every group that gathers in the dining room, in the reception parlors, in the dormitory, until the girls in question fairly ache to have the thing settled one way or the other.
parlorsnounUS /ˈpɑːrlərz/
plural of “parlor” — reception room in an inn or club where visitors can be received
From this reading The candidates are discussed from every angle, their respective eligibility decided upon over and over again by every group that gathers in the dining room, in the reception parlors, in the dormitory, until the girls in question fairly ache to have the thing settled one way or the other.
presidencynounUS /ˈprezədənsi/
the tenure of a president
From this reading With the exception of student-government president, no office brings to its recipient the honor and prestige of the senior presidency.
an executive officer of a firm or corporation
From this reading With the exception of student-government president, no office brings to its recipient the honor and prestige of the senior presidency.
prestigenounUS /preˈstiːʒ/
a high standing achieved through success or influence or wealth etc.
From this reading With the exception of student-government president, no office brings to its recipient the honor and prestige of the senior presidency.
PROPOSITIONnounUS /ˌprɑːpəˈzɪʃən/
(logic) a statement that affirms or denies something and is either true or false
From this reading A PROPOSITION.
challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of
From this reading The candidates are discussed from every angle, their respective eligibility decided upon over and over again by every group that gathers in the dining room, in the reception parlors, in the dormitory, until the girls in question fairly ache to have the thing settled one way or the other.
receptionnounUS /rɪˈsepʃən/
the manner in which something is greeted
From this reading The candidates are discussed from every angle, their respective eligibility decided upon over and over again by every group that gathers in the dining room, in the reception parlors, in the dormitory, until the girls in question fairly ache to have the thing settled one way or the other.
recipientnounUS /rəˈsɪpiənt/
a person who receives something
From this reading With the exception of student-government president, no office brings to its recipient the honor and prestige of the senior presidency.
respectiveadjectiveUS /rɪˈspektɪv/
considered individually
From this reading The candidates are discussed from every angle, their respective eligibility decided upon over and over again by every group that gathers in the dining room, in the reception parlors, in the dormitory, until the girls in question fairly ache to have the thing settled one way or the other.
retainsverbUS /rɪˈteɪnz/
third-person singular of “retain” — hold back within
From this reading From the time that the freshmen enter the college until the fall of their last year, the question retains its importance.
an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling
From this reading The candidates are discussed from every angle, their respective eligibility decided upon over and over again by every group that gathers in the dining room, in the reception parlors, in the dormitory, until the girls in question fairly ache to have the thing settled one way or the other.
senioradjectiveUS /ˈsiːnjər/
older; higher in rank; longer in length of tenure or service
From this reading With the exception of student-government president, no office brings to its recipient the honor and prestige of the senior presidency.
established or decided beyond dispute or doubt
From this reading The candidates are discussed from every angle, their respective eligibility decided upon over and over again by every group that gathers in the dining room, in the reception parlors, in the dormitory, until the girls in question fairly ache to have the thing settled one way or the other.
relating to human society and its members
From this reading A college election of any kind is always supremely interesting to the students; for the time being studies, social affairs, even athletics are forgotten in the suspense that surrounds the outcome.
student-government
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From this reading With the exception of student-government president, no office brings to its recipient the honor and prestige of the senior presidency.
studentsnounUS /ˈstuːdənts/
plural of “student” — a learner who is enrolled in an educational institution
From this reading A college election of any kind is always supremely interesting to the students; for the time being studies, social affairs, even athletics are forgotten in the suspense that surrounds the outcome.
studiesnounUS /ˈstʌdiz/
plural of “study” — a detailed critical inspection
From this reading A college election of any kind is always supremely interesting to the students; for the time being studies, social affairs, even athletics are forgotten in the suspense that surrounds the outcome.
supremelyadverbUS /suːˈpriːməli/
to the maximum degree
From this reading A college election of any kind is always supremely interesting to the students; for the time being studies, social affairs, even athletics are forgotten in the suspense that surrounds the outcome.
surroundsnounUS /sərˈaʊndz/
plural of “surround” — the area in which something exists or lives
From this reading A college election of any kind is always supremely interesting to the students; for the time being studies, social affairs, even athletics are forgotten in the suspense that surrounds the outcome.
suspensenounUS /səˈspens/
apprehension about what is going to happen
From this reading A college election of any kind is always supremely interesting to the students; for the time being studies, social affairs, even athletics are forgotten in the suspense that surrounds the outcome.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading A college election of any kind is always supremely interesting to the students; for the time being studies, social affairs, even athletics are forgotten in the suspense that surrounds the outcome.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading A college election of any kind is always supremely interesting to the students; for the time being studies, social affairs, even athletics are forgotten in the suspense that surrounds the outcome.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading The candidates are discussed from every angle, their respective eligibility decided upon over and over again by every group that gathers in the dining room, in the reception parlors, in the dormitory, until the girls in question fairly ache to have the thing settled one way or the other.
a special situation
From this reading The candidates are discussed from every angle, their respective eligibility decided upon over and over again by every group that gathers in the dining room, in the reception parlors, in the dormitory, until the girls in question fairly ache to have the thing settled one way or the other.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading A college election of any kind is always supremely interesting to the students; for the time being studies, social affairs, even athletics are forgotten in the suspense that surrounds the outcome.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading A college election of any kind is always supremely interesting to the students; for the time being studies, social affairs, even athletics are forgotten in the suspense that surrounds the outcome.
untilprepositionUS /ənˈtɪl/
up to a particular time
From this reading The candidates are discussed from every angle, their respective eligibility decided upon over and over again by every group that gathers in the dining room, in the reception parlors, in the dormitory, until the girls in question fairly ache to have the thing settled one way or the other.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading The candidates are discussed from every angle, their respective eligibility decided upon over and over again by every group that gathers in the dining room, in the reception parlors, in the dormitory, until the girls in question fairly ache to have the thing settled one way or the other.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading The candidates are discussed from every angle, their respective eligibility decided upon over and over again by every group that gathers in the dining room, in the reception parlors, in the dormitory, until the girls in question fairly ache to have the thing settled one way or the other.
in the company of; together with
From this reading With the exception of student-government president, no office brings to its recipient the honor and prestige of the senior presidency.
a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days
From this reading From the time that the freshmen enter the college until the fall of their last year, the question retains its importance.
