used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading CHECK-MATED Ever since Lily Andrews had taken up her duties as sophomore president she found a noticeable change in the attitude of certain members of the class towards her.
matters of personal concern
From this reading Marjorie, always more interested in athletics and Scout affairs, paid only a half-hearted attention to Lily's official problems; and Doris Sands was really tired out and needed a rest.
touching and pressing; in opposition to
From this reading If Ruth harbored any resentment against her successful rival, she carefully concealed it; and most of her classmates spoke of her as Lily Andrews' "right-hand man."
at all times; all the time and on every occasion
From this reading Marjorie, always more interested in athletics and Scout affairs, paid only a half-hearted attention to Lily's official problems; and Doris Sands was really tired out and needed a rest.
amongprepositionUS /əˈmʌŋ/
surrounded by; in the middle of a group
From this reading Foremost among this group were Ruth Henry and Evelyn Hopkins, who boasted proudly among the other girls of their friendship with the president.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Foremost among this group were Ruth Henry and Evelyn Hopkins, who boasted proudly among the other girls of their friendship with the president.
AndrewsnounUS /ˈændruːz/
United States naturalist who contributed to paleontology and geology (1884-1960)
From this reading CHECK-MATED Ever since Lily Andrews had taken up her duties as sophomore president she found a noticeable change in the attitude of certain members of the class towards her.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading If Ruth harbored any resentment against her successful rival, she carefully concealed it; and most of her classmates spoke of her as Lily Andrews' "right-hand man."
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading CHECK-MATED Ever since Lily Andrews had taken up her duties as sophomore president she found a noticeable change in the attitude of certain members of the class towards her.
athleticsnounUS /æθˈletɪks/
an active diversion requiring physical exertion and competition
From this reading Marjorie, always more interested in athletics and Scout affairs, paid only a half-hearted attention to Lily's official problems; and Doris Sands was really tired out and needed a rest.
the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others
From this reading Marjorie, always more interested in athletics and Scout affairs, paid only a half-hearted attention to Lily's official problems; and Doris Sands was really tired out and needed a rest.
a complex mental state involving beliefs and feelings and values and dispositions to act in certain ways
From this reading CHECK-MATED Ever since Lily Andrews had taken up her duties as sophomore president she found a noticeable change in the attitude of certain members of the class towards her.
boastedverbUS /ˈboʊstəd/
past form of “boast” — show off
From this reading Foremost among this group were Ruth Henry and Evelyn Hopkins, who boasted proudly among the other girls of their friendship with the president.
taking care or paying attention
From this reading If Ruth harbored any resentment against her successful rival, she carefully concealed it; and most of her classmates spoke of her as Lily Andrews' "right-hand man."
definite but not specified or identified
From this reading CHECK-MATED Ever since Lily Andrews had taken up her duties as sophomore president she found a noticeable change in the attitude of certain members of the class towards her.
cause to change; make different; cause a transformation
From this reading CHECK-MATED Ever since Lily Andrews had taken up her duties as sophomore president she found a noticeable change in the attitude of certain members of the class towards her.
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From this reading CHECK-MATED Ever since Lily Andrews had taken up her duties as sophomore president she found a noticeable change in the attitude of certain members of the class towards her.
a collection of things sharing a common attribute
From this reading CHECK-MATED Ever since Lily Andrews had taken up her duties as sophomore president she found a noticeable change in the attitude of certain members of the class towards her.
classmatesnounUS /ˈklæsmeɪts/
plural of “classmate” — an acquaintance that you go to school with
From this reading If Ruth harbored any resentment against her successful rival, she carefully concealed it; and most of her classmates spoke of her as Lily Andrews' "right-hand man."
not accessible to view
From this reading If Ruth harbored any resentment against her successful rival, she carefully concealed it; and most of her classmates spoke of her as Lily Andrews' "right-hand man."
DorisnounUS /ˈdɔːrəs/
(Greek mythology) wife of Nereus and mother of the Nereids
From this reading Marjorie, always more interested in athletics and Scout affairs, paid only a half-hearted attention to Lily's official problems; and Doris Sands was really tired out and needed a rest.
the state of being unsure of something
From this reading Without a doubt, Ruth was a great help to the new officer.
plural of “duty” — the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force
From this reading CHECK-MATED Ever since Lily Andrews had taken up her duties as sophomore president she found a noticeable change in the attitude of certain members of the class towards her.
Evelyn
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From this reading Foremost among this group were Ruth Henry and Evelyn Hopkins, who boasted proudly among the other girls of their friendship with the president.
at any time
From this reading CHECK-MATED Ever since Lily Andrews had taken up her duties as sophomore president she found a noticeable change in the attitude of certain members of the class towards her.
ForemostadjectiveUS /ˈfɔːrmoʊst/
ranking above all others
From this reading Foremost among this group were Ruth Henry and Evelyn Hopkins, who boasted proudly among the other girls of their friendship with the president.
set up or found
From this reading CHECK-MATED Ever since Lily Andrews had taken up her duties as sophomore president she found a noticeable change in the attitude of certain members of the class towards her.
the state of being friends (or friendly)
From this reading Foremost among this group were Ruth Henry and Evelyn Hopkins, who boasted proudly among the other girls of their friendship with the president.
plural of “girl” — a young female
From this reading Foremost among this group were Ruth Henry and Evelyn Hopkins, who boasted proudly among the other girls of their friendship with the president.
relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind
From this reading Without a doubt, Ruth was a great help to the new officer.
any number of entities (members) considered as a unit
From this reading Foremost among this group were Ruth Henry and Evelyn Hopkins, who boasted proudly among the other girls of their friendship with the president.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading CHECK-MATED Ever since Lily Andrews had taken up her duties as sophomore president she found a noticeable change in the attitude of certain members of the class towards her.
half-heartedadjectiveUS /ˈhæfhɑːrtɪd/
feeling or showing little interest or enthusiasm
From this reading Marjorie, always more interested in athletics and Scout affairs, paid only a half-hearted attention to Lily's official problems; and Doris Sands was really tired out and needed a rest.
harboredverbUS /ˈhɑːrbərd/
past form of “harbor” — maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings)
From this reading If Ruth harbored any resentment against her successful rival, she carefully concealed it; and most of her classmates spoke of her as Lily Andrews' "right-hand man."
give help or assistance; be of service
From this reading Without a doubt, Ruth was a great help to the new officer.
a unit of inductance in which an induced electromotive force of one volt is produced when the current is varied at the rate of one ampere per second
From this reading Foremost among this group were Ruth Henry and Evelyn Hopkins, who boasted proudly among the other girls of their friendship with the president.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading CHECK-MATED Ever since Lily Andrews had taken up her duties as sophomore president she found a noticeable change in the attitude of certain members of the class towards her.
HopkinsnounUS /ˈhɑːpkɪnz/
United States educator and theologian (1802-1887)
From this reading Foremost among this group were Ruth Henry and Evelyn Hopkins, who boasted proudly among the other girls of their friendship with the president.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading If Ruth harbored any resentment against her successful rival, she carefully concealed it; and most of her classmates spoke of her as Lily Andrews' "right-hand man."
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading CHECK-MATED Ever since Lily Andrews had taken up her duties as sophomore president she found a noticeable change in the attitude of certain members of the class towards her.
having or showing interest; especially curiosity or fascination or concern
From this reading Marjorie, always more interested in athletics and Scout affairs, paid only a half-hearted attention to Lily's official problems; and Doris Sands was really tired out and needed a rest.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading If Ruth harbored any resentment against her successful rival, she carefully concealed it; and most of her classmates spoke of her as Lily Andrews' "right-hand man."
LilynounUS /ˈlɪli/
any liliaceous plant of the genus Lilium having showy pendulous flowers
From this reading CHECK-MATED Ever since Lily Andrews had taken up her duties as sophomore president she found a noticeable change in the attitude of certain members of the class towards her.
Lily'snounUS /ˈlɪliːz/
possessive form of “lily” — any liliaceous plant of the genus Lilium having showy pendulous flowers
From this reading Marjorie, always more interested in athletics and Scout affairs, paid only a half-hearted attention to Lily's official problems; and Doris Sands was really tired out and needed a rest.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading If Ruth harbored any resentment against her successful rival, she carefully concealed it; and most of her classmates spoke of her as Lily Andrews' "right-hand man."
Marjorie
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From this reading Marjorie, always more interested in athletics and Scout affairs, paid only a half-hearted attention to Lily's official problems; and Doris Sands was really tired out and needed a rest.
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 CHECK-MATED Ever since Lily Andrews had taken up her duties as sophomore president she found a noticeable change in the attitude of certain members of the class towards her.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading Marjorie, always more interested in athletics and Scout affairs, paid only a half-hearted attention to Lily's official problems; and Doris Sands was really tired out and needed a rest.
used to form the superlative
From this reading If Ruth harbored any resentment against her successful rival, she carefully concealed it; and most of her classmates spoke of her as Lily Andrews' "right-hand man."
necessary for relief or supply
From this reading Marjorie, always more interested in athletics and Scout affairs, paid only a half-hearted attention to Lily's official problems; and Doris Sands was really tired out and needed a rest.
not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered
From this reading Without a doubt, Ruth was a great help to the new officer.
noticeableadjectiveUS /ˈnoʊtəsəbəl/
capable or worthy of being noticed
From this reading CHECK-MATED Ever since Lily Andrews had taken up her duties as sophomore president she found a noticeable change in the attitude of certain members of the class towards her.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading CHECK-MATED Ever since Lily Andrews had taken up her duties as sophomore president she found a noticeable change in the attitude of certain members of the class towards her.
any person in the armed services who holds a position of authority or command
From this reading Without a doubt, Ruth was a great help to the new officer.
having official authority or sanction
From this reading Marjorie, always more interested in athletics and Scout affairs, paid only a half-hearted attention to Lily's official problems; and Doris Sands was really tired out and needed a rest.
and nothing more
From this reading Marjorie, always more interested in athletics and Scout affairs, paid only a half-hearted attention to Lily's official problems; and Doris Sands was really tired out and needed a rest.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading Foremost among this group were Ruth Henry and Evelyn Hopkins, who boasted proudly among the other girls of their friendship with the president.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading Marjorie, always more interested in athletics and Scout affairs, paid only a half-hearted attention to Lily's official problems; and Doris Sands was really tired out and needed a rest.
marked by the reception of pay
From this reading Marjorie, always more interested in athletics and Scout affairs, paid only a half-hearted attention to Lily's official problems; and Doris Sands was really tired out and needed a rest.
an executive officer of a firm or corporation
From this reading CHECK-MATED Ever since Lily Andrews had taken up her duties as sophomore president she found a noticeable change in the attitude of certain members of the class towards her.
problemsnounUS /ˈprɑːbləmz/
plural of “problem” — a state of difficulty that needs to be resolved
From this reading Marjorie, always more interested in athletics and Scout affairs, paid only a half-hearted attention to Lily's official problems; and Doris Sands was really tired out and needed a rest.
proudlyadverbUS /ˈpraʊdli/
with pride; in a proud manner
From this reading Foremost among this group were Ruth Henry and Evelyn Hopkins, who boasted proudly among the other girls of their friendship with the president.
in accordance with truth or fact or reality
From this reading Marjorie, always more interested in athletics and Scout affairs, paid only a half-hearted attention to Lily's official problems; and Doris Sands was really tired out and needed a rest.
resentmentnounUS /rɪˈzentmənt/
a feeling of deep and bitter anger and ill-will
From this reading If Ruth harbored any resentment against her successful rival, she carefully concealed it; and most of her classmates spoke of her as Lily Andrews' "right-hand man."
not move; be in a resting position
From this reading Marjorie, always more interested in athletics and Scout affairs, paid only a half-hearted attention to Lily's official problems; and Doris Sands was really tired out and needed a rest.
right-handadjectiveUS /raɪtˈhænd/
located on or directed toward the right
From this reading If Ruth harbored any resentment against her successful rival, she carefully concealed it; and most of her classmates spoke of her as Lily Andrews' "right-hand man."
rivalverbUS /ˈraɪvəl/
be equal to in quality or ability
From this reading If Ruth harbored any resentment against her successful rival, she carefully concealed it; and most of her classmates spoke of her as Lily Andrews' "right-hand man."
United States professional baseball player famous for hitting home runs (1895-1948)
From this reading Foremost among this group were Ruth Henry and Evelyn Hopkins, who boasted proudly among the other girls of their friendship with the president.
SandsnounUS /sændz/
the region of the shore of a lake or sea or ocean
From this reading Marjorie, always more interested in athletics and Scout affairs, paid only a half-hearted attention to Lily's official problems; and Doris Sands was really tired out and needed a rest.
ScoutnounUS /skaʊt/
a person employed to keep watch for some anticipated event
From this reading Marjorie, always more interested in athletics and Scout affairs, paid only a half-hearted attention to Lily's official problems; and Doris Sands was really tired out and needed a rest.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading CHECK-MATED Ever since Lily Andrews had taken up her duties as sophomore president she found a noticeable change in the attitude of certain members of the class towards her.
sinceprepositionUS /sɪns/
from a time in the past until now
From this reading CHECK-MATED Ever since Lily Andrews had taken up her duties as sophomore president she found a noticeable change in the attitude of certain members of the class towards her.
sophomorenounUS /ˈsɑːfmɔːr/
a second-year undergraduate
From this reading CHECK-MATED Ever since Lily Andrews had taken up her duties as sophomore president she found a noticeable change in the attitude of certain members of the class towards her.
support consisting of a radial member of a wheel joining the hub to the rim
From this reading If Ruth harbored any resentment against her successful rival, she carefully concealed it; and most of her classmates spoke of her as Lily Andrews' "right-hand man."
having succeeded or being marked by a favorable outcome
From this reading If Ruth harbored any resentment against her successful rival, she carefully concealed it; and most of her classmates spoke of her as Lily Andrews' "right-hand man."
takenadjectiveUS /ˈteɪkən/
understood in a certain way; made sense of
From this reading CHECK-MATED Ever since Lily Andrews had taken up her duties as sophomore president she found a noticeable change in the attitude of certain members of the class towards her.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading CHECK-MATED Ever since Lily Andrews had taken up her duties as sophomore president she found a noticeable change in the attitude of certain members of the class towards her.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading Foremost among this group were Ruth Henry and Evelyn Hopkins, who boasted proudly among the other girls of their friendship with the president.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading Foremost among this group were Ruth Henry and Evelyn Hopkins, who boasted proudly among the other girls of their friendship with the president.
tiredadjectiveUS /ˈtaɪərd/
depleted of strength or energy
From this reading Marjorie, always more interested in athletics and Scout affairs, paid only a half-hearted attention to Lily's official problems; and Doris Sands was really tired out and needed a rest.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Without a doubt, Ruth was a great help to the new officer.
in the direction of
From this reading CHECK-MATED Ever since Lily Andrews had taken up her duties as sophomore president she found a noticeable change in the attitude of certain members of the class towards her.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading CHECK-MATED Ever since Lily Andrews had taken up her duties as sophomore president she found a noticeable change in the attitude of certain members of the class towards her.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Without a doubt, Ruth was a great help to the new officer.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Foremost among this group were Ruth Henry and Evelyn Hopkins, who boasted proudly among the other girls of their friendship with the president.
which person or people
From this reading Foremost among this group were Ruth Henry and Evelyn Hopkins, who boasted proudly among the other girls of their friendship with the president.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Foremost among this group were Ruth Henry and Evelyn Hopkins, who boasted proudly among the other girls of their friendship with the president.
not having, not using, or not accompanied by
From this reading Without a doubt, Ruth was a great help to the new officer.
