(usually followed by “to”) having the necessary means or skill or know-how or authority to do something
From this reading Jack’s and John’s heroism had restored the good name of Pansy Troop; once more the scouts, freed from suspicion of dishonor, had been able to establish the truth.
generally approved or compelling recognition
From this reading “Aren’t you glad that you accepted Miss Vaughn’s invitation to stay?” asked Marjorie of Mrs. Hart, when the little party of six were seated at the table.
(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 The dinner party that evening was the most pleasant occasion of both of the scouts’ visits at Miss Vaughn’s home; now all the disturbing elements, all the distasteful companions, were removed; the girls felt at last that they were among friends.
amongprepositionUS /əˈmʌŋ/
surrounded by; in the middle of a group
From this reading The dinner party that evening was the most pleasant occasion of both of the scouts’ visits at Miss Vaughn’s home; now all the disturbing elements, all the distasteful companions, were removed; the girls felt at last that they were among friends.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The boys’ aunt seemed to forget her own nephews and their disgraceful deeds and entered whole-heartedly into the joy of the event.
Aren't
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From this reading “Aren’t you glad that you accepted Miss Vaughn’s invitation to stay?” asked Marjorie of Mrs. Hart, when the little party of six were seated at the table.
past form of “ask” — make a request or demand for something to somebody
From this reading “Aren’t you glad that you accepted Miss Vaughn’s invitation to stay?” asked Marjorie of Mrs. Hart, when the little party of six were seated at the table.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading The dinner party that evening was the most pleasant occasion of both of the scouts’ visits at Miss Vaughn’s home; now all the disturbing elements, all the distasteful companions, were removed; the girls felt at last that they were among friends.
the sister of your father or mother; the wife of your uncle
From this reading The boys’ aunt seemed to forget her own nephews and their disgraceful deeds and entered whole-heartedly into the joy of the event.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading Jack’s and John’s heroism had restored the good name of Pansy Troop; once more the scouts, freed from suspicion of dishonor, had been able to establish the truth.
the two together, not just one
From this reading The dinner party that evening was the most pleasant occasion of both of the scouts’ visits at Miss Vaughn’s home; now all the disturbing elements, all the distasteful companions, were removed; the girls felt at last that they were among friends.
plural of “boy” — a youthful male person
From this reading The boys’ aunt seemed to forget her own nephews and their disgraceful deeds and entered whole-heartedly into the joy of the event.
plural of “companion” — a friend who is frequently in the company of another
From this reading The dinner party that evening was the most pleasant occasion of both of the scouts’ visits at Miss Vaughn’s home; now all the disturbing elements, all the distasteful companions, were removed; the girls felt at last that they were among friends.
a position or opinion or judgment reached after consideration
From this reading CONCLUSION.
deedsnounUS /diːdz/
performance of moral or religious acts
From this reading The boys’ aunt seemed to forget her own nephews and their disgraceful deeds and entered whole-heartedly into the joy of the event.
the main meal of the day served in the evening or at midday
From this reading The dinner party that evening was the most pleasant occasion of both of the scouts’ visits at Miss Vaughn’s home; now all the disturbing elements, all the distasteful companions, were removed; the girls felt at last that they were among friends.
disgracefuladjectiveUS /dɪsˈɡreɪsfəl/
giving offense to moral sensibilities and injurious to reputation
From this reading The boys’ aunt seemed to forget her own nephews and their disgraceful deeds and entered whole-heartedly into the joy of the event.
dishonorverbUS /dɪˈsɑːnər/
bring shame or dishonor upon
From this reading Jack’s and John’s heroism had restored the good name of Pansy Troop; once more the scouts, freed from suspicion of dishonor, had been able to establish the truth.
distastefuladjectiveUS /dɪˈsteɪstfəl/
not pleasing in odor or taste
From this reading The dinner party that evening was the most pleasant occasion of both of the scouts’ visits at Miss Vaughn’s home; now all the disturbing elements, all the distasteful companions, were removed; the girls felt at last that they were among friends.
disturbingadjectiveUS /dɪˈstɜːrbɪŋ/
causing distress or worry or anxiety
From this reading The dinner party that evening was the most pleasant occasion of both of the scouts’ visits at Miss Vaughn’s home; now all the disturbing elements, all the distasteful companions, were removed; the girls felt at last that they were among friends.
elementsnounUS /ˈeləmənts/
violent or severe weather (viewed as caused by the action of the four elements)
From this reading The dinner party that evening was the most pleasant occasion of both of the scouts’ visits at Miss Vaughn’s home; now all the disturbing elements, all the distasteful companions, were removed; the girls felt at last that they were among friends.
past form of “enter” — to come or go into
From this reading The boys’ aunt seemed to forget her own nephews and their disgraceful deeds and entered whole-heartedly into the joy of the event.
establishverbUS /ɪˈstæblɪʃ/
set up or found
From this reading Jack’s and John’s heroism had restored the good name of Pansy Troop; once more the scouts, freed from suspicion of dishonor, had been able to establish the truth.
the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)
From this reading The dinner party that evening was the most pleasant occasion of both of the scouts’ visits at Miss Vaughn’s home; now all the disturbing elements, all the distasteful companions, were removed; the girls felt at last that they were among friends.
something that happens at a given place and time
From this reading The boys’ aunt seemed to forget her own nephews and their disgraceful deeds and entered whole-heartedly into the joy of the event.
mat together and make felt-like
From this reading The dinner party that evening was the most pleasant occasion of both of the scouts’ visits at Miss Vaughn’s home; now all the disturbing elements, all the distasteful companions, were removed; the girls felt at last that they were among friends.
dismiss from the mind; stop remembering
From this reading The boys’ aunt seemed to forget her own nephews and their disgraceful deeds and entered whole-heartedly into the joy of the event.
freedverbUS /friːd/
past form of “free” — grant freedom to; free from confinement
From this reading Jack’s and John’s heroism had restored the good name of Pansy Troop; once more the scouts, freed from suspicion of dishonor, had been able to establish the truth.
plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust
From this reading The dinner party that evening was the most pleasant occasion of both of the scouts’ visits at Miss Vaughn’s home; now all the disturbing elements, all the distasteful companions, were removed; the girls felt at last that they were among friends.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading Jack’s and John’s heroism had restored the good name of Pansy Troop; once more the scouts, freed from suspicion of dishonor, had been able to establish the truth.
plural of “girl” — a young female
From this reading The dinner party that evening was the most pleasant occasion of both of the scouts’ visits at Miss Vaughn’s home; now all the disturbing elements, all the distasteful companions, were removed; the girls felt at last that they were among friends.
showing or causing joy and pleasure; especially made happy
From this reading “Aren’t you glad that you accepted Miss Vaughn’s invitation to stay?” asked Marjorie of Mrs. Hart, when the little party of six were seated at the table.
having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified
From this reading Jack’s and John’s heroism had restored the good name of Pansy Troop; once more the scouts, freed from suspicion of dishonor, had been able to establish the truth.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Jack’s and John’s heroism had restored the good name of Pansy Troop; once more the scouts, freed from suspicion of dishonor, had been able to establish the truth.
HartnounUS /hɑːrt/
United States playwright who collaborated with George S. Kaufman (1904-1961)
From this reading “Aren’t you glad that you accepted Miss Vaughn’s invitation to stay?” asked Marjorie of Mrs. Hart, when the little party of six were seated at the table.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading The boys’ aunt seemed to forget her own nephews and their disgraceful deeds and entered whole-heartedly into the joy of the event.
heroismnounUS /ˈheroʊɪzəm/
the qualities of a hero or heroine; exceptional or heroic courage when facing danger (especially in battle)
From this reading Jack’s and John’s heroism had restored the good name of Pansy Troop; once more the scouts, freed from suspicion of dishonor, had been able to establish the truth.
where you live at a particular time
From this reading The dinner party that evening was the most pleasant occasion of both of the scouts’ visits at Miss Vaughn’s home; now all the disturbing elements, all the distasteful companions, were removed; the girls felt at last that they were among friends.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading The boys’ aunt seemed to forget her own nephews and their disgraceful deeds and entered whole-heartedly into the joy of the event.
a request (spoken or written) to participate or be present or take part in something
From this reading “Aren’t you glad that you accepted Miss Vaughn’s invitation to stay?” asked Marjorie of Mrs. Hart, when the little party of six were seated at the table.
Jack'snounUS /dʒæks/
possessive form of “jack” — a small worthless amount
From this reading Jack’s and John’s heroism had restored the good name of Pansy Troop; once more the scouts, freed from suspicion of dishonor, had been able to establish the truth.
John'snounUS /dʒɑːnz/
possessive form of “john” — a room or building equipped with one or more toilets
From this reading Jack’s and John’s heroism had restored the good name of Pansy Troop; once more the scouts, freed from suspicion of dishonor, had been able to establish the truth.
the emotion of great happiness
From this reading The boys’ aunt seemed to forget her own nephews and their disgraceful deeds and entered whole-heartedly into the joy of the event.
immediately past
From this reading The dinner party that evening was the most pleasant occasion of both of the scouts’ visits at Miss Vaughn’s home; now all the disturbing elements, all the distasteful companions, were removed; the girls felt at last that they were among friends.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading “Aren’t you glad that you accepted Miss Vaughn’s invitation to stay?” asked Marjorie of Mrs. Hart, when the little party of six were seated at the table.
Marjorie
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From this reading “Aren’t you glad that you accepted Miss Vaughn’s invitation to stay?” asked Marjorie of Mrs. Hart, when the little party of six were seated at the table.
fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind
From this reading The dinner party that evening was the most pleasant occasion of both of the scouts’ visits at Miss Vaughn’s home; now all the disturbing elements, all the distasteful companions, were removed; the girls felt at last that they were among friends.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading Jack’s and John’s heroism had restored the good name of Pansy Troop; once more the scouts, freed from suspicion of dishonor, had been able to establish the truth.
used to form the superlative
From this reading The dinner party that evening was the most pleasant occasion of both of the scouts’ visits at Miss Vaughn’s home; now all the disturbing elements, all the distasteful companions, were removed; the girls felt at last that they were among friends.
a form of address for a married woman
From this reading “Aren’t you glad that you accepted Miss Vaughn’s invitation to stay?” asked Marjorie of Mrs. Hart, when the little party of six were seated at the table.
assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading Jack’s and John’s heroism had restored the good name of Pansy Troop; once more the scouts, freed from suspicion of dishonor, had been able to establish the truth.
nephewsnounUS /ˈnefjuːz/
plural of “nephew” — a son of your brother or sister
From this reading The boys’ aunt seemed to forget her own nephews and their disgraceful deeds and entered whole-heartedly into the joy of the event.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading The dinner party that evening was the most pleasant occasion of both of the scouts’ visits at Miss Vaughn’s home; now all the disturbing elements, all the distasteful companions, were removed; the girls felt at last that they were among friends.
an event that occurs at a critical time
From this reading The dinner party that evening was the most pleasant occasion of both of the scouts’ visits at Miss Vaughn’s home; now all the disturbing elements, all the distasteful companions, were removed; the girls felt at last that they were among friends.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading The dinner party that evening was the most pleasant occasion of both of the scouts’ visits at Miss Vaughn’s home; now all the disturbing elements, all the distasteful companions, were removed; the girls felt at last that they were among friends.
on one occasion
From this reading Jack’s and John’s heroism had restored the good name of Pansy Troop; once more the scouts, freed from suspicion of dishonor, had been able to establish the truth.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading The boys’ aunt seemed to forget her own nephews and their disgraceful deeds and entered whole-heartedly into the joy of the event.
PansynounUS /ˈpænzi/
large-flowered garden plant derived chiefly from the wild pansy of Europe and having velvety petals of various colors
From this reading Jack’s and John’s heroism had restored the good name of Pansy Troop; once more the scouts, freed from suspicion of dishonor, had been able to establish the truth.
an organization to gain political power
From this reading The dinner party that evening was the most pleasant occasion of both of the scouts’ visits at Miss Vaughn’s home; now all the disturbing elements, all the distasteful companions, were removed; the girls felt at last that they were among friends.
affording pleasure; being in harmony with your taste or likings
From this reading The dinner party that evening was the most pleasant occasion of both of the scouts’ visits at Miss Vaughn’s home; now all the disturbing elements, all the distasteful companions, were removed; the girls felt at last that they were among friends.
separated in relationship by a given degree of descent
From this reading The dinner party that evening was the most pleasant occasion of both of the scouts’ visits at Miss Vaughn’s home; now all the disturbing elements, all the distasteful companions, were removed; the girls felt at last that they were among friends.
restoredverbUS /rɪˈstɔːrd/
past form of “restore” — return to its original or usable and functioning condition
From this reading Jack’s and John’s heroism had restored the good name of Pansy Troop; once more the scouts, freed from suspicion of dishonor, had been able to establish the truth.
scoutsnounUS /skaʊts/
plural of “scout” — a person employed to keep watch for some anticipated event
From this reading The dinner party that evening was the most pleasant occasion of both of the scouts’ visits at Miss Vaughn’s home; now all the disturbing elements, all the distasteful companions, were removed; the girls felt at last that they were among friends.
(of persons) having the torso erect and legs bent with the body supported on the buttocks
From this reading “Aren’t you glad that you accepted Miss Vaughn’s invitation to stay?” asked Marjorie of Mrs. Hart, when the little party of six were seated at the table.
past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading The boys’ aunt seemed to forget her own nephews and their disgraceful deeds and entered whole-heartedly into the joy of the event.
the cardinal number that is the sum of five and one
From this reading “Aren’t you glad that you accepted Miss Vaughn’s invitation to stay?” asked Marjorie of Mrs. Hart, when the little party of six were seated at the table.
stay the same; remain in a certain state
From this reading “Aren’t you glad that you accepted Miss Vaughn’s invitation to stay?” asked Marjorie of Mrs. Hart, when the little party of six were seated at the table.
an impression that something might be the case
From this reading Jack’s and John’s heroism had restored the good name of Pansy Troop; once more the scouts, freed from suspicion of dishonor, had been able to establish the truth.
a set of data arranged in rows and columns
From this reading “Aren’t you glad that you accepted Miss Vaughn’s invitation to stay?” asked Marjorie of Mrs. Hart, when the little party of six were seated at the table.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading The dinner party that evening was the most pleasant occasion of both of the scouts’ visits at Miss Vaughn’s home; now all the disturbing elements, all the distasteful companions, were removed; the girls felt at last that they were among friends.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading The dinner party that evening was the most pleasant occasion of both of the scouts’ visits at Miss Vaughn’s home; now all the disturbing elements, all the distasteful companions, were removed; the girls felt at last that they were among friends.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading The boys’ aunt seemed to forget her own nephews and their disgraceful deeds and entered whole-heartedly into the joy of the event.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading The dinner party that evening was the most pleasant occasion of both of the scouts’ visits at Miss Vaughn’s home; now all the disturbing elements, all the distasteful companions, were removed; the girls felt at last that they were among friends.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading The boys’ aunt seemed to forget her own nephews and their disgraceful deeds and entered whole-heartedly into the joy of the event.
TroopnounUS /truːp/
a group of soldiers
From this reading Jack’s and John’s heroism had restored the good name of Pansy Troop; once more the scouts, freed from suspicion of dishonor, had been able to establish the truth.
a fact that has been verified
From this reading Jack’s and John’s heroism had restored the good name of Pansy Troop; once more the scouts, freed from suspicion of dishonor, had been able to establish the truth.
Vaughn's
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From this reading The dinner party that evening was the most pleasant occasion of both of the scouts’ visits at Miss Vaughn’s home; now all the disturbing elements, all the distasteful companions, were removed; the girls felt at last that they were among friends.
visitsnounUS /ˈvɪzɪts/
plural of “visit” — the act of going to see some person or place or thing for a short time
From this reading The dinner party that evening was the most pleasant occasion of both of the scouts’ visits at Miss Vaughn’s home; now all the disturbing elements, all the distasteful companions, were removed; the girls felt at last that they were among friends.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The dinner party that evening was the most pleasant occasion of both of the scouts’ visits at Miss Vaughn’s home; now all the disturbing elements, all the distasteful companions, were removed; the girls felt at last that they were among friends.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading The dinner party that evening was the most pleasant occasion of both of the scouts’ visits at Miss Vaughn’s home; now all the disturbing elements, all the distasteful companions, were removed; the girls felt at last that they were among friends.
at the time that
From this reading “Aren’t you glad that you accepted Miss Vaughn’s invitation to stay?” asked Marjorie of Mrs. Hart, when the little party of six were seated at the table.
whole-heartedly
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From this reading The boys’ aunt seemed to forget her own nephews and their disgraceful deeds and entered whole-heartedly into the joy of the event.
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading “Aren’t you glad that you accepted Miss Vaughn’s invitation to stay?” asked Marjorie of Mrs. Hart, when the little party of six were seated at the table.
