Chapter IX

used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

From this reading THE BOYS SETTLE A QUESTION Not only is it impossible for two red-blooded boys to be together for any length of time without engaging in some kind of competition, but usually that competition takes the form of seeing "who is the best man!"

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading No boy likes to be out-done at any sport; and if he is, he usually tries to improve in that sport, or casts about to find something at which he is better than his victor.

declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of

From this reading Whitey was compelled to acknowledge that Injun was the better shot--how long he would remain better, especially with the rifle, was a matter that was up to Whitey--but the strongest and fleetest boy in the big Eastern school was not going to acknowledge Injun's superiority in other branches of sport until he was obliged to do so.

declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of

From this reading As far as riding was concerned, there was no comparison at all; and again Whitey was compelled to admit inferiority.

anew

From this reading As far as riding was concerned, there was no comparison at all; and again Whitey was compelled to admit inferiority.

(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 As far as riding was concerned, there was no comparison at all; and again Whitey was compelled to admit inferiority.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading But he knew that his rival had by far the better horse, and had practically been brought up on his back; and Whitey felt that, given an equal opportunity, he, too, could ride as well as the next boy.

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

From this reading No boy likes to be out-done at any sport; and if he is, he usually tries to improve in that sport, or casts about to find something at which he is better than his victor.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading THE BOYS SETTLE A QUESTION Not only is it impossible for two red-blooded boys to be together for any length of time without engaging in some kind of competition, but usually that competition takes the form of seeing "who is the best man!"

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading As far as riding was concerned, there was no comparison at all; and again Whitey was compelled to admit inferiority.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading No boy likes to be out-done at any sport; and if he is, he usually tries to improve in that sport, or casts about to find something at which he is better than his victor.

in or to or toward a former location

From this reading But he knew that his rival had by far the better horse, and had practically been brought up on his back; and Whitey felt that, given an equal opportunity, he, too, could ride as well as the next boy.

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

From this reading THE BOYS SETTLE A QUESTION Not only is it impossible for two red-blooded boys to be together for any length of time without engaging in some kind of competition, but usually that competition takes the form of seeing "who is the best man!"

the past participle of “be”

From this reading But he knew that his rival had by far the better horse, and had practically been brought up on his back; and Whitey felt that, given an equal opportunity, he, too, could ride as well as the next boy.

the supreme effort one can make

From this reading THE BOYS SETTLE A QUESTION Not only is it impossible for two red-blooded boys to be together for any length of time without engaging in some kind of competition, but usually that competition takes the form of seeing "who is the best man!"

(comparative of “good”) superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability; more highly skilled than another

From this reading No boy likes to be out-done at any sport; and if he is, he usually tries to improve in that sport, or casts about to find something at which he is better than his victor.

above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading Whitey was compelled to acknowledge that Injun was the better shot--how long he would remain better, especially with the rifle, was a matter that was up to Whitey--but the strongest and fleetest boy in the big Eastern school was not going to acknowledge Injun's superiority in other branches of sport until he was obliged to do so.

a youthful male person

From this reading No boy likes to be out-done at any sport; and if he is, he usually tries to improve in that sport, or casts about to find something at which he is better than his victor.

plural of “boy” — a youthful male person

From this reading THE BOYS SETTLE A QUESTION Not only is it impossible for two red-blooded boys to be together for any length of time without engaging in some kind of competition, but usually that competition takes the form of seeing "who is the best man!"

plural of “branch” — a division of some larger or more complex organization

From this reading Whitey was compelled to acknowledge that Injun was the better shot--how long he would remain better, especially with the rifle, was a matter that was up to Whitey--but the strongest and fleetest boy in the big Eastern school was not going to acknowledge Injun's superiority in other branches of sport until he was obliged to do so.

inflected form of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere

From this reading But he knew that his rival had by far the better horse, and had practically been brought up on his back; and Whitey felt that, given an equal opportunity, he, too, could ride as well as the next boy.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading THE BOYS SETTLE A QUESTION Not only is it impossible for two red-blooded boys to be together for any length of time without engaging in some kind of competition, but usually that competition takes the form of seeing "who is the best man!"

showing who or what does the action

From this reading But he knew that his rival had by far the better horse, and had practically been brought up on his back; and Whitey felt that, given an equal opportunity, he, too, could ride as well as the next boy.

plural of “cast” — the actors in a play

From this reading No boy likes to be out-done at any sport; and if he is, he usually tries to improve in that sport, or casts about to find something at which he is better than his victor.

the act of examining resemblances

From this reading As far as riding was concerned, there was no comparison at all; and again Whitey was compelled to admit inferiority.

inflected form of “compel” — force somebody to do something

From this reading Whitey was compelled to acknowledge that Injun was the better shot--how long he would remain better, especially with the rifle, was a matter that was up to Whitey--but the strongest and fleetest boy in the big Eastern school was not going to acknowledge Injun's superiority in other branches of sport until he was obliged to do so.

a business relation in which two parties compete to gain customers

From this reading THE BOYS SETTLE A QUESTION Not only is it impossible for two red-blooded boys to be together for any length of time without engaging in some kind of competition, but usually that competition takes the form of seeing "who is the best man!"

feeling or showing worry or solicitude

From this reading As far as riding was concerned, there was no comparison at all; and again Whitey was compelled to admit inferiority.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading But he knew that his rival had by far the better horse, and had practically been brought up on his back; and Whitey felt that, given an equal opportunity, he, too, could ride as well as the next boy.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading Whitey was compelled to acknowledge that Injun was the better shot--how long he would remain better, especially with the rifle, was a matter that was up to Whitey--but the strongest and fleetest boy in the big Eastern school was not going to acknowledge Injun's superiority in other branches of sport until he was obliged to do so.

lying toward or situated in the east

From this reading Whitey was compelled to acknowledge that Injun was the better shot--how long he would remain better, especially with the rifle, was a matter that was up to Whitey--but the strongest and fleetest boy in the big Eastern school was not going to acknowledge Injun's superiority in other branches of sport until he was obliged to do so.

attracting or delighting

From this reading THE BOYS SETTLE A QUESTION Not only is it impossible for two red-blooded boys to be together for any length of time without engaging in some kind of competition, but usually that competition takes the form of seeing "who is the best man!"

be identical or equivalent to

From this reading But he knew that his rival had by far the better horse, and had practically been brought up on his back; and Whitey felt that, given an equal opportunity, he, too, could ride as well as the next boy.

to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common

From this reading Whitey was compelled to acknowledge that Injun was the better shot--how long he would remain better, especially with the rifle, was a matter that was up to Whitey--but the strongest and fleetest boy in the big Eastern school was not going to acknowledge Injun's superiority in other branches of sport until he was obliged to do so.

to a considerable degree; very much

From this reading As far as riding was concerned, there was no comparison at all; and again Whitey was compelled to admit inferiority.

mat together and make felt-like

From this reading But he knew that his rival had by far the better horse, and had practically been brought up on his back; and Whitey felt that, given an equal opportunity, he, too, could ride as well as the next boy.

come upon, as if by accident; meet with

From this reading No boy likes to be out-done at any sport; and if he is, he usually tries to improve in that sport, or casts about to find something at which he is better than his victor.

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

From this reading Whitey was compelled to acknowledge that Injun was the better shot--how long he would remain better, especially with the rifle, was a matter that was up to Whitey--but the strongest and fleetest boy in the big Eastern school was not going to acknowledge Injun's superiority in other branches of sport until he was obliged to do so.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading THE BOYS SETTLE A QUESTION Not only is it impossible for two red-blooded boys to be together for any length of time without engaging in some kind of competition, but usually that competition takes the form of seeing "who is the best man!"

the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something

From this reading THE BOYS SETTLE A QUESTION Not only is it impossible for two red-blooded boys to be together for any length of time without engaging in some kind of competition, but usually that competition takes the form of seeing "who is the best man!"

acknowledged as a supposition

From this reading But he knew that his rival had by far the better horse, and had practically been brought up on his back; and Whitey felt that, given an equal opportunity, he, too, could ride as well as the next boy.

the act of departing

From this reading Whitey was compelled to acknowledge that Injun was the better shot--how long he would remain better, especially with the rifle, was a matter that was up to Whitey--but the strongest and fleetest boy in the big Eastern school was not going to acknowledge Injun's superiority in other branches of sport until he was obliged to do so.

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

From this reading But he knew that his rival had by far the better horse, and had practically been brought up on his back; and Whitey felt that, given an equal opportunity, he, too, could ride as well as the next boy.

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

From this reading No boy likes to be out-done at any sport; and if he is, he usually tries to improve in that sport, or casts about to find something at which he is better than his victor.

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

From this reading No boy likes to be out-done at any sport; and if he is, he usually tries to improve in that sport, or casts about to find something at which he is better than his victor.

solid-hoofed herbivorous quadruped domesticated since prehistoric times

From this reading But he knew that his rival had by far the better horse, and had practically been brought up on his back; and Whitey felt that, given an equal opportunity, he, too, could ride as well as the next boy.

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

From this reading Whitey was compelled to acknowledge that Injun was the better shot--how long he would remain better, especially with the rifle, was a matter that was up to Whitey--but the strongest and fleetest boy in the big Eastern school was not going to acknowledge Injun's superiority in other branches of sport until he was obliged to do so.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading No boy likes to be out-done at any sport; and if he is, he usually tries to improve in that sport, or casts about to find something at which he is better than his victor.

not capable of occurring or being accomplished or dealt with

From this reading THE BOYS SETTLE A QUESTION Not only is it impossible for two red-blooded boys to be together for any length of time without engaging in some kind of competition, but usually that competition takes the form of seeing "who is the best man!"

to make better

From this reading No boy likes to be out-done at any sport; and if he is, he usually tries to improve in that sport, or casts about to find something at which he is better than his victor.

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

From this reading THE BOYS SETTLE A QUESTION Not only is it impossible for two red-blooded boys to be together for any length of time without engaging in some kind of competition, but usually that competition takes the form of seeing "who is the best man!"

the state of being inferior

From this reading As far as riding was concerned, there was no comparison at all; and again Whitey was compelled to admit inferiority.

(slang) offensive term for Native Americans

From this reading Whitey was compelled to acknowledge that Injun was the better shot--how long he would remain better, especially with the rifle, was a matter that was up to Whitey--but the strongest and fleetest boy in the big Eastern school was not going to acknowledge Injun's superiority in other branches of sport until he was obliged to do so.

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

From this reading Whitey was compelled to acknowledge that Injun was the better shot--how long he would remain better, especially with the rifle, was a matter that was up to Whitey--but the strongest and fleetest boy in the big Eastern school was not going to acknowledge Injun's superiority in other branches of sport until he was obliged to do so.

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

From this reading THE BOYS SETTLE A QUESTION Not only is it impossible for two red-blooded boys to be together for any length of time without engaging in some kind of competition, but usually that competition takes the form of seeing "who is the best man!"

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading THE BOYS SETTLE A QUESTION Not only is it impossible for two red-blooded boys to be together for any length of time without engaging in some kind of competition, but usually that competition takes the form of seeing "who is the best man!"

having or showing a tender and considerate and helpful nature; used especially of persons and their behavior

From this reading THE BOYS SETTLE A QUESTION Not only is it impossible for two red-blooded boys to be together for any length of time without engaging in some kind of competition, but usually that competition takes the form of seeing "who is the best man!"

inflected form of “know” — be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about

From this reading But he knew that his rival had by far the better horse, and had practically been brought up on his back; and Whitey felt that, given an equal opportunity, he, too, could ride as well as the next boy.

the linear extent in space from one end to the other; the longest dimension of something that is fixed in place

From this reading THE BOYS SETTLE A QUESTION Not only is it impossible for two red-blooded boys to be together for any length of time without engaging in some kind of competition, but usually that competition takes the form of seeing "who is the best man!"

plural of “like” — a similar kind

From this reading No boy likes to be out-done at any sport; and if he is, he usually tries to improve in that sport, or casts about to find something at which he is better than his victor.

primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified

From this reading Whitey was compelled to acknowledge that Injun was the better shot--how long he would remain better, especially with the rifle, was a matter that was up to Whitey--but the strongest and fleetest boy in the big Eastern school was not going to acknowledge Injun's superiority in other branches of sport until he was obliged to do so.

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading THE BOYS SETTLE A QUESTION Not only is it impossible for two red-blooded boys to be together for any length of time without engaging in some kind of competition, but usually that competition takes the form of seeing "who is the best man!"

a vaguely specified concern

From this reading Whitey was compelled to acknowledge that Injun was the better shot--how long he would remain better, especially with the rifle, was a matter that was up to Whitey--but the strongest and fleetest boy in the big Eastern school was not going to acknowledge Injun's superiority in other branches of sport until he was obliged to do so.

immediately following in time or order

From this reading But he knew that his rival had by far the better horse, and had practically been brought up on his back; and Whitey felt that, given an equal opportunity, he, too, could ride as well as the next boy.

not any; not one

From this reading No boy likes to be out-done at any sport; and if he is, he usually tries to improve in that sport, or casts about to find something at which he is better than his victor.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading THE BOYS SETTLE A QUESTION Not only is it impossible for two red-blooded boys to be together for any length of time without engaging in some kind of competition, but usually that competition takes the form of seeing "who is the best man!"

under a moral obligation to do something

From this reading Whitey was compelled to acknowledge that Injun was the better shot--how long he would remain better, especially with the rifle, was a matter that was up to Whitey--but the strongest and fleetest boy in the big Eastern school was not going to acknowledge Injun's superiority in other branches of sport until he was obliged to do so.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading THE BOYS SETTLE A QUESTION Not only is it impossible for two red-blooded boys to be together for any length of time without engaging in some kind of competition, but usually that competition takes the form of seeing "who is the best man!"

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading But he knew that his rival had by far the better horse, and had practically been brought up on his back; and Whitey felt that, given an equal opportunity, he, too, could ride as well as the next boy.

and nothing more

From this reading THE BOYS SETTLE A QUESTION Not only is it impossible for two red-blooded boys to be together for any length of time without engaging in some kind of competition, but usually that competition takes the form of seeing "who is the best man!"

a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances

From this reading But he knew that his rival had by far the better horse, and had practically been brought up on his back; and Whitey felt that, given an equal opportunity, he, too, could ride as well as the next boy.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading No boy likes to be out-done at any sport; and if he is, he usually tries to improve in that sport, or casts about to find something at which he is better than his victor.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading Whitey was compelled to acknowledge that Injun was the better shot--how long he would remain better, especially with the rifle, was a matter that was up to Whitey--but the strongest and fleetest boy in the big Eastern school was not going to acknowledge Injun's superiority in other branches of sport until he was obliged to do so.

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

From this reading No boy likes to be out-done at any sport; and if he is, he usually tries to improve in that sport, or casts about to find something at which he is better than his victor.

almost; nearly

From this reading But he knew that his rival had by far the better horse, and had practically been brought up on his back; and Whitey felt that, given an equal opportunity, he, too, could ride as well as the next boy.

challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of

From this reading THE BOYS SETTLE A QUESTION Not only is it impossible for two red-blooded boys to be together for any length of time without engaging in some kind of competition, but usually that competition takes the form of seeing "who is the best man!"

endowed with or exhibiting great bodily or mental health

From this reading THE BOYS SETTLE A QUESTION Not only is it impossible for two red-blooded boys to be together for any length of time without engaging in some kind of competition, but usually that competition takes the form of seeing "who is the best man!"

stay the same; remain in a certain state

From this reading Whitey was compelled to acknowledge that Injun was the better shot--how long he would remain better, especially with the rifle, was a matter that was up to Whitey--but the strongest and fleetest boy in the big Eastern school was not going to acknowledge Injun's superiority in other branches of sport until he was obliged to do so.

sit and travel on the back of animal, usually while controlling its motions

From this reading But he knew that his rival had by far the better horse, and had practically been brought up on his back; and Whitey felt that, given an equal opportunity, he, too, could ride as well as the next boy.

the sport of sitting on the back of a horse while controlling its movements

From this reading As far as riding was concerned, there was no comparison at all; and again Whitey was compelled to admit inferiority.

steal goods; take as spoils

From this reading Whitey was compelled to acknowledge that Injun was the better shot--how long he would remain better, especially with the rifle, was a matter that was up to Whitey--but the strongest and fleetest boy in the big Eastern school was not going to acknowledge Injun's superiority in other branches of sport until he was obliged to do so.

be equal to in quality or ability

From this reading But he knew that his rival had by far the better horse, and had practically been brought up on his back; and Whitey felt that, given an equal opportunity, he, too, could ride as well as the next boy.

an educational institution

From this reading Whitey was compelled to acknowledge that Injun was the better shot--how long he would remain better, especially with the rifle, was a matter that was up to Whitey--but the strongest and fleetest boy in the big Eastern school was not going to acknowledge Injun's superiority in other branches of sport until he was obliged to do so.

perception by means of the eyes

From this reading THE BOYS SETTLE A QUESTION Not only is it impossible for two red-blooded boys to be together for any length of time without engaging in some kind of competition, but usually that competition takes the form of seeing "who is the best man!"

settle into a position, usually on a surface or ground

From this reading THE BOYS SETTLE A QUESTION Not only is it impossible for two red-blooded boys to be together for any length of time without engaging in some kind of competition, but usually that competition takes the form of seeing "who is the best man!"

the act of firing a projectile

From this reading Whitey was compelled to acknowledge that Injun was the better shot--how long he would remain better, especially with the rifle, was a matter that was up to Whitey--but the strongest and fleetest boy in the big Eastern school was not going to acknowledge Injun's superiority in other branches of sport until he was obliged to do so.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading Whitey was compelled to acknowledge that Injun was the better shot--how long he would remain better, especially with the rifle, was a matter that was up to Whitey--but the strongest and fleetest boy in the big Eastern school was not going to acknowledge Injun's superiority in other branches of sport until he was obliged to do so.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading THE BOYS SETTLE A QUESTION Not only is it impossible for two red-blooded boys to be together for any length of time without engaging in some kind of competition, but usually that competition takes the form of seeing "who is the best man!"

a thing, without saying which

From this reading No boy likes to be out-done at any sport; and if he is, he usually tries to improve in that sport, or casts about to find something at which he is better than his victor.

an active diversion requiring physical exertion and competition

From this reading No boy likes to be out-done at any sport; and if he is, he usually tries to improve in that sport, or casts about to find something at which he is better than his victor.

superlative of “strong” — having strength or power greater than average or expected

From this reading Whitey was compelled to acknowledge that Injun was the better shot--how long he would remain better, especially with the rifle, was a matter that was up to Whitey--but the strongest and fleetest boy in the big Eastern school was not going to acknowledge Injun's superiority in other branches of sport until he was obliged to do so.

the quality of being superior

From this reading Whitey was compelled to acknowledge that Injun was the better shot--how long he would remain better, especially with the rifle, was a matter that was up to Whitey--but the strongest and fleetest boy in the big Eastern school was not going to acknowledge Injun's superiority in other branches of sport until he was obliged to do so.

plural of “take” — the income or profit arising from such transactions as the sale of land or other property

From this reading THE BOYS SETTLE A QUESTION Not only is it impossible for two red-blooded boys to be together for any length of time without engaging in some kind of competition, but usually that competition takes the form of seeing "who is the best man!"

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading No boy likes to be out-done at any sport; and if he is, he usually tries to improve in that sport, or casts about to find something at which he is better than his victor.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading THE BOYS SETTLE A QUESTION Not only is it impossible for two red-blooded boys to be together for any length of time without engaging in some kind of competition, but usually that competition takes the form of seeing "who is the best man!"

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

From this reading THE BOYS SETTLE A QUESTION Not only is it impossible for two red-blooded boys to be together for any length of time without engaging in some kind of competition, but usually that competition takes the form of seeing "who is the best man!"

in or at that place or location

From this reading As far as riding was concerned, there was no comparison at all; and again Whitey was compelled to admit inferiority.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading THE BOYS SETTLE A QUESTION Not only is it impossible for two red-blooded boys to be together for any length of time without engaging in some kind of competition, but usually that competition takes the form of seeing "who is the best man!"

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

From this reading THE BOYS SETTLE A QUESTION Not only is it impossible for two red-blooded boys to be together for any length of time without engaging in some kind of competition, but usually that competition takes the form of seeing "who is the best man!"

in contact with each other or in proximity

From this reading THE BOYS SETTLE A QUESTION Not only is it impossible for two red-blooded boys to be together for any length of time without engaging in some kind of competition, but usually that competition takes the form of seeing "who is the best man!"

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading But he knew that his rival had by far the better horse, and had practically been brought up on his back; and Whitey felt that, given an equal opportunity, he, too, could ride as well as the next boy.

plural of “try” — earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something

From this reading No boy likes to be out-done at any sport; and if he is, he usually tries to improve in that sport, or casts about to find something at which he is better than his victor.

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

From this reading THE BOYS SETTLE A QUESTION Not only is it impossible for two red-blooded boys to be together for any length of time without engaging in some kind of competition, but usually that competition takes the form of seeing "who is the best man!"

up to a particular time

From this reading Whitey was compelled to acknowledge that Injun was the better shot--how long he would remain better, especially with the rifle, was a matter that was up to Whitey--but the strongest and fleetest boy in the big Eastern school was not going to acknowledge Injun's superiority in other branches of sport until he was obliged to do so.

being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level

From this reading Whitey was compelled to acknowledge that Injun was the better shot--how long he would remain better, especially with the rifle, was a matter that was up to Whitey--but the strongest and fleetest boy in the big Eastern school was not going to acknowledge Injun's superiority in other branches of sport until he was obliged to do so.

under normal conditions

From this reading THE BOYS SETTLE A QUESTION Not only is it impossible for two red-blooded boys to be together for any length of time without engaging in some kind of competition, but usually that competition takes the form of seeing "who is the best man!"

a combatant who is able to defeat rivals

From this reading No boy likes to be out-done at any sport; and if he is, he usually tries to improve in that sport, or casts about to find something at which he is better than his victor.

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

From this reading Whitey was compelled to acknowledge that Injun was the better shot--how long he would remain better, especially with the rifle, was a matter that was up to Whitey--but the strongest and fleetest boy in the big Eastern school was not going to acknowledge Injun's superiority in other branches of sport until he was obliged to do so.

(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)

From this reading But he knew that his rival had by far the better horse, and had practically been brought up on his back; and Whitey felt that, given an equal opportunity, he, too, could ride as well as the next boy.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading No boy likes to be out-done at any sport; and if he is, he usually tries to improve in that sport, or casts about to find something at which he is better than his victor.

(slang) offensive names for a White man

From this reading Whitey was compelled to acknowledge that Injun was the better shot--how long he would remain better, especially with the rifle, was a matter that was up to Whitey--but the strongest and fleetest boy in the big Eastern school was not going to acknowledge Injun's superiority in other branches of sport until he was obliged to do so.

which person or people

From this reading THE BOYS SETTLE A QUESTION Not only is it impossible for two red-blooded boys to be together for any length of time without engaging in some kind of competition, but usually that competition takes the form of seeing "who is the best man!"

in the company of; together with

From this reading Whitey was compelled to acknowledge that Injun was the better shot--how long he would remain better, especially with the rifle, was a matter that was up to Whitey--but the strongest and fleetest boy in the big Eastern school was not going to acknowledge Injun's superiority in other branches of sport until he was obliged to do so.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading THE BOYS SETTLE A QUESTION Not only is it impossible for two red-blooded boys to be together for any length of time without engaging in some kind of competition, but usually that competition takes the form of seeing "who is the best man!"

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading Whitey was compelled to acknowledge that Injun was the better shot--how long he would remain better, especially with the rifle, was a matter that was up to Whitey--but the strongest and fleetest boy in the big Eastern school was not going to acknowledge Injun's superiority in other branches of sport until he was obliged to do so.