used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading THE CHAIN TIGHTENS An instant's silence followed Sylvester's words, and then a little murmur of interest and excitement, as the reporters bent closer above their work.
aboveprepositionUS /əˈbʌv/
higher than, or over, something
From this reading THE CHAIN TIGHTENS An instant's silence followed Sylvester's words, and then a little murmur of interest and excitement, as the reporters bent closer above their work.
adjournmentnounUS /əˈdʒɜːrnmənt/
the termination of a meeting
From this reading I myself intend to represent him, and I ask for an hour's adjournment in order to consult with my client."
a vaguely specified concern
From this reading "Your Honour," I said to Goldberger, "it seems that an effort is to be made to incriminate Mr. Swain in this affair, and he should therefore be represented by counsel.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading THE CHAIN TIGHTENS An instant's silence followed Sylvester's words, and then a little murmur of interest and excitement, as the reporters bent closer above their work.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading THE CHAIN TIGHTENS An instant's silence followed Sylvester's words, and then a little murmur of interest and excitement, as the reporters bent closer above their work.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading THE CHAIN TIGHTENS An instant's silence followed Sylvester's words, and then a little murmur of interest and excitement, as the reporters bent closer above their work.
make a request or demand for something to somebody
From this reading I myself intend to represent him, and I ask for an hour's adjournment in order to consult with my client."
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Goldberger glanced at his watch.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading "Your Honour," I said to Goldberger, "it seems that an effort is to be made to incriminate Mr. Swain in this affair, and he should therefore be represented by counsel.
a relatively permanent inclination to react in a particular way
From this reading THE CHAIN TIGHTENS An instant's silence followed Sylvester's words, and then a little murmur of interest and excitement, as the reporters bent closer above their work.
next to; at the side of
From this reading I heard a quick, deep intaking of the breath from the man who sat beside me, and then I was on my feet.
the process of taking in and expelling air during breathing
From this reading I heard a quick, deep intaking of the breath from the man who sat beside me, and then I was on my feet.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading "Your Honour," I said to Goldberger, "it seems that an effort is to be made to incriminate Mr. Swain in this affair, and he should therefore be represented by counsel.
a series of things depending on each other as if linked together
From this reading THE CHAIN TIGHTENS An instant's silence followed Sylvester's words, and then a little murmur of interest and excitement, as the reporters bent closer above their work.
clientnounUS /ˈklaɪənt/
a person who seeks the advice of a lawyer
From this reading I myself intend to represent him, and I ask for an hour's adjournment in order to consult with my client."
(comparative of “near” or “close”) within a shorter distance
From this reading THE CHAIN TIGHTENS An instant's silence followed Sylvester's words, and then a little murmur of interest and excitement, as the reporters bent closer above their work.
consultverbUS /kənˈsʌlt/
get or ask advice from
From this reading I myself intend to represent him, and I ask for an hour's adjournment in order to consult with my client."
a lawyer who pleads cases in court
From this reading "Your Honour," I said to Goldberger, "it seems that an effort is to be made to incriminate Mr. Swain in this affair, and he should therefore be represented by counsel.
relatively deep or strong; affecting one deeply
From this reading I heard a quick, deep intaking of the breath from the man who sat beside me, and then I was on my feet.
earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something
From this reading "Your Honour," I said to Goldberger, "it seems that an effort is to be made to incriminate Mr. Swain in this affair, and he should therefore be represented by counsel.
the feeling of lively and cheerful joy
From this reading THE CHAIN TIGHTENS An instant's silence followed Sylvester's words, and then a little murmur of interest and excitement, as the reporters bent closer above their work.
plural of “foot” — the part of the leg of a human being below the ankle joint
From this reading I heard a quick, deep intaking of the breath from the man who sat beside me, and then I was on my feet.
past form of “follow” — to travel behind, go after, come after
From this reading THE CHAIN TIGHTENS An instant's silence followed Sylvester's words, and then a little murmur of interest and excitement, as the reporters bent closer above their work.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading I myself intend to represent him, and I ask for an hour's adjournment in order to consult with my client."
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading I heard a quick, deep intaking of the breath from the man who sat beside me, and then I was on my feet.
past form of “glance” — throw a glance at; take a brief look at
From this reading Goldberger glanced at his watch.
Goldberger
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From this reading "Your Honour," I said to Goldberger, "it seems that an effort is to be made to incriminate Mr. Swain in this affair, and he should therefore be represented by counsel.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading "Your Honour," I said to Goldberger, "it seems that an effort is to be made to incriminate Mr. Swain in this affair, and he should therefore be represented by counsel.
detected or perceived by the sense of hearing
From this reading I heard a quick, deep intaking of the breath from the man who sat beside me, and then I was on my feet.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading I myself intend to represent him, and I ask for an hour's adjournment in order to consult with my client."
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Goldberger glanced at his watch.
the state of being honored
From this reading "Your Honour," I said to Goldberger, "it seems that an effort is to be made to incriminate Mr. Swain in this affair, and he should therefore be represented by counsel.
hour'snounUS /ˈaʊərz/
possessive form of “hour” — a period of time equal to 1/24th of a day
From this reading I myself intend to represent him, and I ask for an hour's adjournment in order to consult with my client."
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading I heard a quick, deep intaking of the breath from the man who sat beside me, and then I was on my feet.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading "Your Honour," I said to Goldberger, "it seems that an effort is to be made to incriminate Mr. Swain in this affair, and he should therefore be represented by counsel.
incriminateverbUS /ˌɪnˈkrɪməneɪt/
suggest that someone is guilty
From this reading "Your Honour," I said to Goldberger, "it seems that an effort is to be made to incriminate Mr. Swain in this affair, and he should therefore be represented by counsel.
instant's
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From this reading THE CHAIN TIGHTENS An instant's silence followed Sylvester's words, and then a little murmur of interest and excitement, as the reporters bent closer above their work.
intaking
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From this reading I heard a quick, deep intaking of the breath from the man who sat beside me, and then I was on my feet.
have in mind as a purpose
From this reading I myself intend to represent him, and I ask for an hour's adjournment in order to consult with my client."
a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something
From this reading THE CHAIN TIGHTENS An instant's silence followed Sylvester's words, and then a little murmur of interest and excitement, as the reporters bent closer above their work.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading "Your Honour," I said to Goldberger, "it seems that an effort is to be made to incriminate Mr. Swain in this affair, and he should therefore be represented by counsel.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading "Your Honour," I said to Goldberger, "it seems that an effort is to be made to incriminate Mr. Swain in this affair, and he should therefore be represented by counsel.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading THE CHAIN TIGHTENS An instant's silence followed Sylvester's words, and then a little murmur of interest and excitement, as the reporters bent closer above their work.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading "Your Honour," I said to Goldberger, "it seems that an effort is to be made to incriminate Mr. Swain in this affair, and he should therefore be represented by counsel.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading I heard a quick, deep intaking of the breath from the man who sat beside me, and then I was on my feet.
the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading I heard a quick, deep intaking of the breath from the man who sat beside me, and then I was on my feet.
a form of address for a man
From this reading "Your Honour," I said to Goldberger, "it seems that an effort is to be made to incriminate Mr. Swain in this affair, and he should therefore be represented by counsel.
a low continuous indistinct sound; often accompanied by movement of the lips without the production of articulate speech
From this reading THE CHAIN TIGHTENS An instant's silence followed Sylvester's words, and then a little murmur of interest and excitement, as the reporters bent closer above their work.
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading I heard a quick, deep intaking of the breath from the man who sat beside me, and then I was on my feet.
used when the speaker is also the object of the action
From this reading I myself intend to represent him, and I ask for an hour's adjournment in order to consult with my client."
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading THE CHAIN TIGHTENS An instant's silence followed Sylvester's words, and then a little murmur of interest and excitement, as the reporters bent closer above their work.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading I heard a quick, deep intaking of the breath from the man who sat beside me, and then I was on my feet.
(often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed
From this reading I myself intend to represent him, and I ask for an hour's adjournment in order to consult with my client."
accomplished rapidly and without delay
From this reading I heard a quick, deep intaking of the breath from the man who sat beside me, and then I was on my feet.
reportersnounUS /rɪˈpɔːrtərz/
plural of “reporter” — a person who investigates and reports or edits news stories
From this reading THE CHAIN TIGHTENS An instant's silence followed Sylvester's words, and then a little murmur of interest and excitement, as the reporters bent closer above their work.
representverbUS /ˌreprɪˈzent/
take the place of or be parallel or equivalent to
From this reading I myself intend to represent him, and I ask for an hour's adjournment in order to consult with my client."
represented accurately or precisely
From this reading "Your Honour," I said to Goldberger, "it seems that an effort is to be made to incriminate Mr. Swain in this affair, and he should therefore be represented by counsel.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading "Your Honour," I said to Goldberger, "it seems that an effort is to be made to incriminate Mr. Swain in this affair, and he should therefore be represented by counsel.
the seventh and last day of the week; observed as the Sabbath by Jews and some Christians
From this reading I heard a quick, deep intaking of the breath from the man who sat beside me, and then I was on my feet.
third-person singular of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading "Your Honour," I said to Goldberger, "it seems that an effort is to be made to incriminate Mr. Swain in this affair, and he should therefore be represented by counsel.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading "Your Honour," I said to Goldberger, "it seems that an effort is to be made to incriminate Mr. Swain in this affair, and he should therefore be represented by counsel.
Complete absence of sound; a state of quietness and stillness.
From this reading THE CHAIN TIGHTENS An instant's silence followed Sylvester's words, and then a little murmur of interest and excitement, as the reporters bent closer above their work.
SwainnounUS /sweɪn/
a man who is the lover of a man or woman
From this reading "Your Honour," I said to Goldberger, "it seems that an effort is to be made to incriminate Mr. Swain in this affair, and he should therefore be represented by counsel.
Sylvester's
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading THE CHAIN TIGHTENS An instant's silence followed Sylvester's words, and then a little murmur of interest and excitement, as the reporters bent closer above their work.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading "Your Honour," I said to Goldberger, "it seems that an effort is to be made to incriminate Mr. Swain in this affair, and he should therefore be represented by counsel.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE CHAIN TIGHTENS An instant's silence followed Sylvester's words, and then a little murmur of interest and excitement, as the reporters bent closer above their work.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading THE CHAIN TIGHTENS An instant's silence followed Sylvester's words, and then a little murmur of interest and excitement, as the reporters bent closer above their work.
subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)
From this reading THE CHAIN TIGHTENS An instant's silence followed Sylvester's words, and then a little murmur of interest and excitement, as the reporters bent closer above their work.
for that reason; as a result
From this reading "Your Honour," I said to Goldberger, "it seems that an effort is to be made to incriminate Mr. Swain in this affair, and he should therefore be represented by counsel.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading "Your Honour," I said to Goldberger, "it seems that an effort is to be made to incriminate Mr. Swain in this affair, and he should therefore be represented by counsel.
TIGHTENSverbUS /ˈtaɪtənz/
third-person singular of “tighten” — make tight or tighter
From this reading THE CHAIN TIGHTENS An instant's silence followed Sylvester's words, and then a little murmur of interest and excitement, as the reporters bent closer above their work.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading "Your Honour," I said to Goldberger, "it seems that an effort is to be made to incriminate Mr. Swain in this affair, and he should therefore be represented by counsel.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading I heard a quick, deep intaking of the breath from the man who sat beside me, and then I was on my feet.
look attentively
From this reading Goldberger glanced at his watch.
which person or people
From this reading I heard a quick, deep intaking of the breath from the man who sat beside me, and then I was on my feet.
in the company of; together with
From this reading I myself intend to represent him, and I ask for an hour's adjournment in order to consult with my client."
the words that are spoken
From this reading THE CHAIN TIGHTENS An instant's silence followed Sylvester's words, and then a little murmur of interest and excitement, as the reporters bent closer above their work.
exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity
From this reading THE CHAIN TIGHTENS An instant's silence followed Sylvester's words, and then a little murmur of interest and excitement, as the reporters bent closer above their work.
belonging to the person or people being spoken to
From this reading "Your Honour," I said to Goldberger, "it seems that an effort is to be made to incriminate Mr. Swain in this affair, and he should therefore be represented by counsel.
