Chapter XVIII · Chapter 18

used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading Two of Centerport's detective force had been working on the case ever since the stranger had been knocked down on Market Street, and, like Chet Belding and his friends, the detectives finally had come to the conclusion that Prettyman Sweet's automobile was the only Perriton car in the city that had not been in storage on that night.

past form of “arrest” — take into custody

From this reading Purt had to reassure her and insist that he was not going to be arrested and sent to jail at once; so he had not much time to be frightened himself.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading The detectives' visit to the Sweet residence, and Purt's later call upon the Chief of Police at his command, were dreadfully shocking to the boy's mother.

a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine

From this reading Two of Centerport's detective force had been working on the case ever since the stranger had been knocked down on Market Street, and, like Chet Belding and his friends, the detectives finally had come to the conclusion that Prettyman Sweet's automobile was the only Perriton car in the city that had not been in storage on that night.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading Purt had to reassure her and insist that he was not going to be arrested and sent to jail at once; so he had not much time to be frightened himself.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Two of Centerport's detective force had been working on the case ever since the stranger had been knocked down on Market Street, and, like Chet Belding and his friends, the detectives finally had come to the conclusion that Prettyman Sweet's automobile was the only Perriton car in the city that had not been in storage on that night.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading Two of Centerport's detective force had been working on the case ever since the stranger had been knocked down on Market Street, and, like Chet Belding and his friends, the detectives finally had come to the conclusion that Prettyman Sweet's automobile was the only Perriton car in the city that had not been in storage on that night.

possessive form of “boy” — a youthful male person

From this reading The detectives' visit to the Sweet residence, and Purt's later call upon the Chief of Police at his command, were dreadfully shocking to the boy's mother.

assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading The detectives' visit to the Sweet residence, and Purt's later call upon the Chief of Police at his command, were dreadfully shocking to the boy's mother.

a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine

From this reading Two of Centerport's detective force had been working on the case ever since the stranger had been knocked down on Market Street, and, like Chet Belding and his friends, the detectives finally had come to the conclusion that Prettyman Sweet's automobile was the only Perriton car in the city that had not been in storage on that night.

an occurrence of something

From this reading Two of Centerport's detective force had been working on the case ever since the stranger had been knocked down on Market Street, and, like Chet Belding and his friends, the detectives finally had come to the conclusion that Prettyman Sweet's automobile was the only Perriton car in the city that had not been in storage on that night.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading Two of Centerport's detective force had been working on the case ever since the stranger had been knocked down on Market Street, and, like Chet Belding and his friends, the detectives finally had come to the conclusion that Prettyman Sweet's automobile was the only Perriton car in the city that had not been in storage on that night.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading Two of Centerport's detective force had been working on the case ever since the stranger had been knocked down on Market Street, and, like Chet Belding and his friends, the detectives finally had come to the conclusion that Prettyman Sweet's automobile was the only Perriton car in the city that had not been in storage on that night.

a person who is in charge

From this reading The detectives' visit to the Sweet residence, and Purt's later call upon the Chief of Police at his command, were dreadfully shocking to the boy's mother.

a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts

From this reading Two of Centerport's detective force had been working on the case ever since the stranger had been knocked down on Market Street, and, like Chet Belding and his friends, the detectives finally had come to the conclusion that Prettyman Sweet's automobile was the only Perriton car in the city that had not been in storage on that night.

move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading Two of Centerport's detective force had been working on the case ever since the stranger had been knocked down on Market Street, and, like Chet Belding and his friends, the detectives finally had come to the conclusion that Prettyman Sweet's automobile was the only Perriton car in the city that had not been in storage on that night.

an authoritative direction or instruction to do something

From this reading The detectives' visit to the Sweet residence, and Purt's later call upon the Chief of Police at his command, were dreadfully shocking to the boy's mother.

a position or opinion or judgment reached after consideration

From this reading Two of Centerport's detective force had been working on the case ever since the stranger had been knocked down on Market Street, and, like Chet Belding and his friends, the detectives finally had come to the conclusion that Prettyman Sweet's automobile was the only Perriton car in the city that had not been in storage on that night.

a police officer who investigates crimes

From this reading Two of Centerport's detective force had been working on the case ever since the stranger had been knocked down on Market Street, and, like Chet Belding and his friends, the detectives finally had come to the conclusion that Prettyman Sweet's automobile was the only Perriton car in the city that had not been in storage on that night.

plural of “detective” — a police officer who investigates crimes

From this reading Two of Centerport's detective force had been working on the case ever since the stranger had been knocked down on Market Street, and, like Chet Belding and his friends, the detectives finally had come to the conclusion that Prettyman Sweet's automobile was the only Perriton car in the city that had not been in storage on that night.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading Two of Centerport's detective force had been working on the case ever since the stranger had been knocked down on Market Street, and, like Chet Belding and his friends, the detectives finally had come to the conclusion that Prettyman Sweet's automobile was the only Perriton car in the city that had not been in storage on that night.

of a dreadful kind

From this reading The detectives' visit to the Sweet residence, and Purt's later call upon the Chief of Police at his command, were dreadfully shocking to the boy's mother.

at any time

From this reading Two of Centerport's detective force had been working on the case ever since the stranger had been knocked down on Market Street, and, like Chet Belding and his friends, the detectives finally had come to the conclusion that Prettyman Sweet's automobile was the only Perriton car in the city that had not been in storage on that night.

the act of examining something closely (as for mistakes)

From this reading The police examination of Purt Sweet was no light matter.

after an unspecified period of time or an especially long delay

From this reading Two of Centerport's detective force had been working on the case ever since the stranger had been knocked down on Market Street, and, like Chet Belding and his friends, the detectives finally had come to the conclusion that Prettyman Sweet's automobile was the only Perriton car in the city that had not been in storage on that night.

a powerful effect or influence

From this reading Two of Centerport's detective force had been working on the case ever since the stranger had been knocked down on Market Street, and, like Chet Belding and his friends, the detectives finally had come to the conclusion that Prettyman Sweet's automobile was the only Perriton car in the city that had not been in storage on that night.

plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading Two of Centerport's detective force had been working on the case ever since the stranger had been knocked down on Market Street, and, like Chet Belding and his friends, the detectives finally had come to the conclusion that Prettyman Sweet's automobile was the only Perriton car in the city that had not been in storage on that night.

made afraid

From this reading Purt had to reassure her and insist that he was not going to be arrested and sent to jail at once; so he had not much time to be frightened himself.

the act of departing

From this reading Purt had to reassure her and insist that he was not going to be arrested and sent to jail at once; so he had not much time to be frightened himself.

the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect

From this reading Two of Centerport's detective force had been working on the case ever since the stranger had been knocked down on Market Street, and, like Chet Belding and his friends, the detectives finally had come to the conclusion that Prettyman Sweet's automobile was the only Perriton car in the city that had not been in storage on that night.

a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading Purt had to reassure her and insist that he was not going to be arrested and sent to jail at once; so he had not much time to be frightened himself.

belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned

From this reading Purt had to reassure her and insist that he was not going to be arrested and sent to jail at once; so he had not much time to be frightened himself.

used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object

From this reading Purt had to reassure her and insist that he was not going to be arrested and sent to jail at once; so he had not much time to be frightened himself.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading Two of Centerport's detective force had been working on the case ever since the stranger had been knocked down on Market Street, and, like Chet Belding and his friends, the detectives finally had come to the conclusion that Prettyman Sweet's automobile was the only Perriton car in the city that had not been in storage on that night.

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading Two of Centerport's detective force had been working on the case ever since the stranger had been knocked down on Market Street, and, like Chet Belding and his friends, the detectives finally had come to the conclusion that Prettyman Sweet's automobile was the only Perriton car in the city that had not been in storage on that night.

be emphatic or resolute and refuse to budge

From this reading Purt had to reassure her and insist that he was not going to be arrested and sent to jail at once; so he had not much time to be frightened himself.

a correctional institution used to detain persons who are in the lawful custody of the government (either accused persons awaiting trial or convicted persons serving a sentence)

From this reading Purt had to reassure her and insist that he was not going to be arrested and sent to jail at once; so he had not much time to be frightened himself.

past form of “knock” — deliver a sharp blow or push

From this reading Two of Centerport's detective force had been working on the case ever since the stranger had been knocked down on Market Street, and, like Chet Belding and his friends, the detectives finally had come to the conclusion that Prettyman Sweet's automobile was the only Perriton car in the city that had not been in storage on that night.

happening at a time subsequent to a reference time

From this reading The detectives' visit to the Sweet residence, and Purt's later call upon the Chief of Police at his command, were dreadfully shocking to the boy's mother.

of comparatively little physical weight or density

From this reading The police examination of Purt Sweet was no light matter.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading Two of Centerport's detective force had been working on the case ever since the stranger had been knocked down on Market Street, and, like Chet Belding and his friends, the detectives finally had come to the conclusion that Prettyman Sweet's automobile was the only Perriton car in the city that had not been in storage on that night.

the world of commercial activity where goods and services are bought and sold

From this reading Two of Centerport's detective force had been working on the case ever since the stranger had been knocked down on Market Street, and, like Chet Belding and his friends, the detectives finally had come to the conclusion that Prettyman Sweet's automobile was the only Perriton car in the city that had not been in storage on that night.

a vaguely specified concern

From this reading The police examination of Purt Sweet was no light matter.

a woman who has given birth to a child (also used as a term of address to your mother)

From this reading The detectives' visit to the Sweet residence, and Purt's later call upon the Chief of Police at his command, were dreadfully shocking to the boy's mother.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading Purt had to reassure her and insist that he was not going to be arrested and sent to jail at once; so he had not much time to be frightened himself.

the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside

From this reading Two of Centerport's detective force had been working on the case ever since the stranger had been knocked down on Market Street, and, like Chet Belding and his friends, the detectives finally had come to the conclusion that Prettyman Sweet's automobile was the only Perriton car in the city that had not been in storage on that night.

not any; not one

From this reading The police examination of Purt Sweet was no light matter.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Two of Centerport's detective force had been working on the case ever since the stranger had been knocked down on Market Street, and, like Chet Belding and his friends, the detectives finally had come to the conclusion that Prettyman Sweet's automobile was the only Perriton car in the city that had not been in storage on that night.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading The police examination of Purt Sweet was no light matter.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Two of Centerport's detective force had been working on the case ever since the stranger had been knocked down on Market Street, and, like Chet Belding and his friends, the detectives finally had come to the conclusion that Prettyman Sweet's automobile was the only Perriton car in the city that had not been in storage on that night.

on one occasion

From this reading Purt had to reassure her and insist that he was not going to be arrested and sent to jail at once; so he had not much time to be frightened himself.

and nothing more

From this reading Two of Centerport's detective force had been working on the case ever since the stranger had been knocked down on Market Street, and, like Chet Belding and his friends, the detectives finally had come to the conclusion that Prettyman Sweet's automobile was the only Perriton car in the city that had not been in storage on that night.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading Two of Centerport's detective force had been working on the case ever since the stranger had been knocked down on Market Street, and, like Chet Belding and his friends, the detectives finally had come to the conclusion that Prettyman Sweet's automobile was the only Perriton car in the city that had not been in storage on that night.

the force of policemen and officers

From this reading The police examination of Purt Sweet was no light matter.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading Two of Centerport's detective force had been working on the case ever since the stranger had been knocked down on Market Street, and, like Chet Belding and his friends, the detectives finally had come to the conclusion that Prettyman Sweet's automobile was the only Perriton car in the city that had not been in storage on that night.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading WHERE WAS PURT?

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading The detectives' visit to the Sweet residence, and Purt's later call upon the Chief of Police at his command, were dreadfully shocking to the boy's mother.

cause to feel sure; give reassurance to

From this reading Purt had to reassure her and insist that he was not going to be arrested and sent to jail at once; so he had not much time to be frightened himself.

any address at which you dwell more than temporarily

From this reading The detectives' visit to the Sweet residence, and Purt's later call upon the Chief of Police at his command, were dreadfully shocking to the boy's mother.

100 senti equal 1 kroon in Estonia

From this reading Purt had to reassure her and insist that he was not going to be arrested and sent to jail at once; so he had not much time to be frightened himself.

glaringly vivid and graphic; marked by sensationalism

From this reading The detectives' visit to the Sweet residence, and Purt's later call upon the Chief of Police at his command, were dreadfully shocking to the boy's mother.

from a time in the past until now

From this reading Two of Centerport's detective force had been working on the case ever since the stranger had been knocked down on Market Street, and, like Chet Belding and his friends, the detectives finally had come to the conclusion that Prettyman Sweet's automobile was the only Perriton car in the city that had not been in storage on that night.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading Purt had to reassure her and insist that he was not going to be arrested and sent to jail at once; so he had not much time to be frightened himself.

the act of storing something

From this reading Two of Centerport's detective force had been working on the case ever since the stranger had been knocked down on Market Street, and, like Chet Belding and his friends, the detectives finally had come to the conclusion that Prettyman Sweet's automobile was the only Perriton car in the city that had not been in storage on that night.

anyone who does not belong in the environment in which they are found

From this reading Two of Centerport's detective force had been working on the case ever since the stranger had been knocked down on Market Street, and, like Chet Belding and his friends, the detectives finally had come to the conclusion that Prettyman Sweet's automobile was the only Perriton car in the city that had not been in storage on that night.

a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings

From this reading Two of Centerport's detective force had been working on the case ever since the stranger had been knocked down on Market Street, and, like Chet Belding and his friends, the detectives finally had come to the conclusion that Prettyman Sweet's automobile was the only Perriton car in the city that had not been in storage on that night.

having or denoting the characteristic taste of sugar

From this reading The police examination of Purt Sweet was no light matter.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading Two of Centerport's detective force had been working on the case ever since the stranger had been knocked down on Market Street, and, like Chet Belding and his friends, the detectives finally had come to the conclusion that Prettyman Sweet's automobile was the only Perriton car in the city that had not been in storage on that night.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Two of Centerport's detective force had been working on the case ever since the stranger had been knocked down on Market Street, and, like Chet Belding and his friends, the detectives finally had come to the conclusion that Prettyman Sweet's automobile was the only Perriton car in the city that had not been in storage on that night.

used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind

From this reading The police examination of Purt Sweet was no light matter.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading Purt had to reassure her and insist that he was not going to be arrested and sent to jail at once; so he had not much time to be frightened himself.

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading Two of Centerport's detective force had been working on the case ever since the stranger had been knocked down on Market Street, and, like Chet Belding and his friends, the detectives finally had come to the conclusion that Prettyman Sweet's automobile was the only Perriton car in the city that had not been in storage on that night.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading Two of Centerport's detective force had been working on the case ever since the stranger had been knocked down on Market Street, and, like Chet Belding and his friends, the detectives finally had come to the conclusion that Prettyman Sweet's automobile was the only Perriton car in the city that had not been in storage on that night.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading The detectives' visit to the Sweet residence, and Purt's later call upon the Chief of Police at his command, were dreadfully shocking to the boy's mother.

go to see a place, as for entertainment

From this reading The detectives' visit to the Sweet residence, and Purt's later call upon the Chief of Police at his command, were dreadfully shocking to the boy's mother.

the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading WHERE WAS PURT?

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading The detectives' visit to the Sweet residence, and Purt's later call upon the Chief of Police at his command, were dreadfully shocking to the boy's mother.

in or at the place that

From this reading WHERE WAS PURT?

actively engaged in paid work

From this reading Two of Centerport's detective force had been working on the case ever since the stranger had been knocked down on Market Street, and, like Chet Belding and his friends, the detectives finally had come to the conclusion that Prettyman Sweet's automobile was the only Perriton car in the city that had not been in storage on that night.