10,000
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From this reading _Alfred Rubery Brings Suit Against London Times for Libel and Is Awarded £10,000 as Damages._ In the charges made by the London Times, it was not difficult to recognize the handiwork of my old enemies, Baron Grant and the financial editor, Samson.
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading The accusation seemed to be an echo of the old Emma Mine fight, when I warned the public against the exploitation of a worthless property.
accusationnounUS /ˌækjəˈzeɪʃən/
a formal charge of wrongdoing brought against a person; the act of imputing blame or guilt
From this reading The accusation seemed to be an echo of the old Emma Mine fight, when I warned the public against the exploitation of a worthless property.
anew
From this reading BARON GRANT BOBS UP AGAIN; TRIES TO GET EVEN ON MAN WHO EXPOSED ONE OF HIS BIG STOCK SWINDLES.
touching and pressing; in opposition to
From this reading _Alfred Rubery Brings Suit Against London Times for Libel and Is Awarded £10,000 as Damages._ In the charges made by the London Times, it was not difficult to recognize the handiwork of my old enemies, Baron Grant and the financial editor, Samson.
AlfrednounUS /ˈælfrəd/
king of Wessex; defeated the Vikings and encouraged writing in English (849-899)
From this reading _Alfred Rubery Brings Suit Against London Times for Libel and Is Awarded £10,000 as Damages._ In the charges made by the London Times, it was not difficult to recognize the handiwork of my old enemies, Baron Grant and the financial editor, Samson.
a native or inhabitant of the United States
From this reading That bubble had burst, carrying ruin to investors, disgrace to the promoters and more than a decade of distrust for every American security in European markets.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading The accusation seemed to be an echo of the old Emma Mine fight, when I warned the public against the exploitation of a worthless property.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading _Alfred Rubery Brings Suit Against London Times for Libel and Is Awarded £10,000 as Damages._ In the charges made by the London Times, it was not difficult to recognize the handiwork of my old enemies, Baron Grant and the financial editor, Samson.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading _Alfred Rubery Brings Suit Against London Times for Libel and Is Awarded £10,000 as Damages._ In the charges made by the London Times, it was not difficult to recognize the handiwork of my old enemies, Baron Grant and the financial editor, Samson.
AwardedverbUS /əˈwɔːrdɪd/
past form of “award” — give, especially as an honor or reward
From this reading _Alfred Rubery Brings Suit Against London Times for Libel and Is Awarded £10,000 as Damages._ In the charges made by the London Times, it was not difficult to recognize the handiwork of my old enemies, Baron Grant and the financial editor, Samson.
a nobleman (in various countries) of varying rank
From this reading BARON GRANT BOBS UP AGAIN; TRIES TO GET EVEN ON MAN WHO EXPOSED ONE OF HIS BIG STOCK SWINDLES.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading The accusation seemed to be an echo of the old Emma Mine fight, when I warned the public against the exploitation of a worthless property.
above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading BARON GRANT BOBS UP AGAIN; TRIES TO GET EVEN ON MAN WHO EXPOSED ONE OF HIS BIG STOCK SWINDLES.
BOBS
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From this reading BARON GRANT BOBS UP AGAIN; TRIES TO GET EVEN ON MAN WHO EXPOSED ONE OF HIS BIG STOCK SWINDLES.
third-person singular of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere
From this reading _Alfred Rubery Brings Suit Against London Times for Libel and Is Awarded £10,000 as Damages._ In the charges made by the London Times, it was not difficult to recognize the handiwork of my old enemies, Baron Grant and the financial editor, Samson.
bubbleverbUS /ˈbʌbəl/
form, produce, or emit bubbles
From this reading That bubble had burst, carrying ruin to investors, disgrace to the promoters and more than a decade of distrust for every American security in European markets.
come open suddenly and violently, as if from internal pressure
From this reading That bubble had burst, carrying ruin to investors, disgrace to the promoters and more than a decade of distrust for every American security in European markets.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading But the sting of defeat remained and the opportunity to retaliate was one not to be overlooked.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading _Alfred Rubery Brings Suit Against London Times for Libel and Is Awarded £10,000 as Damages._ In the charges made by the London Times, it was not difficult to recognize the handiwork of my old enemies, Baron Grant and the financial editor, Samson.
-ing form of “carry” — move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body
From this reading That bubble had burst, carrying ruin to investors, disgrace to the promoters and more than a decade of distrust for every American security in European markets.
chargesnounUS /ˈtʃɑːrdʒəz/
plural of “charge” — an impetuous rush toward someone or something
From this reading _Alfred Rubery Brings Suit Against London Times for Libel and Is Awarded £10,000 as Damages._ In the charges made by the London Times, it was not difficult to recognize the handiwork of my old enemies, Baron Grant and the financial editor, Samson.
DamagesnounUS /ˈdæmədʒəz/
a sum of money paid in compensation for loss or injury
From this reading _Alfred Rubery Brings Suit Against London Times for Libel and Is Awarded £10,000 as Damages._ In the charges made by the London Times, it was not difficult to recognize the handiwork of my old enemies, Baron Grant and the financial editor, Samson.
decadenounUS /deˈkeɪd/
a period of 10 years
From this reading That bubble had burst, carrying ruin to investors, disgrace to the promoters and more than a decade of distrust for every American security in European markets.
defeatnounUS /dɪˈfiːt/
an unsuccessful ending to a struggle or contest
From this reading But the sting of defeat remained and the opportunity to retaliate was one not to be overlooked.
not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure
From this reading _Alfred Rubery Brings Suit Against London Times for Libel and Is Awarded £10,000 as Damages._ In the charges made by the London Times, it was not difficult to recognize the handiwork of my old enemies, Baron Grant and the financial editor, Samson.
disgraceverbUS /dɪsˈɡreɪs/
bring shame or dishonor upon
From this reading That bubble had burst, carrying ruin to investors, disgrace to the promoters and more than a decade of distrust for every American security in European markets.
distrustnounUS /dɪˈstrʌst/
doubt about someone's honesty
From this reading That bubble had burst, carrying ruin to investors, disgrace to the promoters and more than a decade of distrust for every American security in European markets.
echoverbUS /ˈekoʊ/
to say again or imitate
From this reading The accusation seemed to be an echo of the old Emma Mine fight, when I warned the public against the exploitation of a worthless property.
editornounUS /ˈedətər/
a person responsible for the editorial aspects of publication; the person who determines the final content of a text (especially of a newspaper or magazine)
From this reading _Alfred Rubery Brings Suit Against London Times for Libel and Is Awarded £10,000 as Damages._ In the charges made by the London Times, it was not difficult to recognize the handiwork of my old enemies, Baron Grant and the financial editor, Samson.
Emma
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From this reading The accusation seemed to be an echo of the old Emma Mine fight, when I warned the public against the exploitation of a worthless property.
plural of “enemy” — an opposing military force
From this reading _Alfred Rubery Brings Suit Against London Times for Libel and Is Awarded £10,000 as Damages._ In the charges made by the London Times, it was not difficult to recognize the handiwork of my old enemies, Baron Grant and the financial editor, Samson.
EuropeannounUS /ˌjʊrəˈpiːən/
a native or inhabitant of Europe
From this reading That bubble had burst, carrying ruin to investors, disgrace to the promoters and more than a decade of distrust for every American security in European markets.
divisible by two
From this reading BARON GRANT BOBS UP AGAIN; TRIES TO GET EVEN ON MAN WHO EXPOSED ONE OF HIS BIG STOCK SWINDLES.
everydeterminerUS /ˈevəri/
all the members of a group, with none left out
From this reading That bubble had burst, carrying ruin to investors, disgrace to the promoters and more than a decade of distrust for every American security in European markets.
exploitationnounUS /ˌeksplɔɪˈteɪʃən/
the act of making some area of land or water more profitable or productive or useful
From this reading The accusation seemed to be an echo of the old Emma Mine fight, when I warned the public against the exploitation of a worthless property.
EXPOSEDadjectiveUS /ɪkˈspoʊzd/
with no protection or shield
From this reading BARON GRANT BOBS UP AGAIN; TRIES TO GET EVEN ON MAN WHO EXPOSED ONE OF HIS BIG STOCK SWINDLES.
be engaged in a fight; carry on a fight
From this reading The accusation seemed to be an echo of the old Emma Mine fight, when I warned the public against the exploitation of a worthless property.
financialadjectiveUS /fəˈnænʃəl/
involving financial matters
From this reading _Alfred Rubery Brings Suit Against London Times for Libel and Is Awarded £10,000 as Damages._ In the charges made by the London Times, it was not difficult to recognize the handiwork of my old enemies, Baron Grant and the financial editor, Samson.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading _Alfred Rubery Brings Suit Against London Times for Libel and Is Awarded £10,000 as Damages._ In the charges made by the London Times, it was not difficult to recognize the handiwork of my old enemies, Baron Grant and the financial editor, Samson.
come into the possession of something concrete or abstract
From this reading BARON GRANT BOBS UP AGAIN; TRIES TO GET EVEN ON MAN WHO EXPOSED ONE OF HIS BIG STOCK SWINDLES.
let have
From this reading BARON GRANT BOBS UP AGAIN; TRIES TO GET EVEN ON MAN WHO EXPOSED ONE OF HIS BIG STOCK SWINDLES.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading That bubble had burst, carrying ruin to investors, disgrace to the promoters and more than a decade of distrust for every American security in European markets.
handiworknounUS /ˈhændiwɜːrk/
a work produced by hand labor
From this reading _Alfred Rubery Brings Suit Against London Times for Libel and Is Awarded £10,000 as Damages._ In the charges made by the London Times, it was not difficult to recognize the handiwork of my old enemies, Baron Grant and the financial editor, Samson.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading BARON GRANT BOBS UP AGAIN; TRIES TO GET EVEN ON MAN WHO EXPOSED ONE OF HIS BIG STOCK SWINDLES.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading The accusation seemed to be an echo of the old Emma Mine fight, when I warned the public against the exploitation of a worthless property.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading _Alfred Rubery Brings Suit Against London Times for Libel and Is Awarded £10,000 as Damages._ In the charges made by the London Times, it was not difficult to recognize the handiwork of my old enemies, Baron Grant and the financial editor, Samson.
investorsnounUS /ˌɪnˈvestərz/
plural of “investor” — someone who commits capital in order to gain financial returns
From this reading That bubble had burst, carrying ruin to investors, disgrace to the promoters and more than a decade of distrust for every American security in European markets.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading _Alfred Rubery Brings Suit Against London Times for Libel and Is Awarded £10,000 as Damages._ In the charges made by the London Times, it was not difficult to recognize the handiwork of my old enemies, Baron Grant and the financial editor, Samson.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading _Alfred Rubery Brings Suit Against London Times for Libel and Is Awarded £10,000 as Damages._ In the charges made by the London Times, it was not difficult to recognize the handiwork of my old enemies, Baron Grant and the financial editor, Samson.
LibelnounUS /ˈlaɪbəl/
a false and malicious publication printed for the purpose of defaming a living person
From this reading _Alfred Rubery Brings Suit Against London Times for Libel and Is Awarded £10,000 as Damages._ In the charges made by the London Times, it was not difficult to recognize the handiwork of my old enemies, Baron Grant and the financial editor, Samson.
the capital and largest city of England; located on the Thames in southeastern England; financial and industrial and cultural center
From this reading _Alfred Rubery Brings Suit Against London Times for Libel and Is Awarded £10,000 as Damages._ In the charges made by the London Times, it was not difficult to recognize the handiwork of my old enemies, Baron Grant and the financial editor, Samson.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading _Alfred Rubery Brings Suit Against London Times for Libel and Is Awarded £10,000 as Damages._ In the charges made by the London Times, it was not difficult to recognize the handiwork of my old enemies, Baron Grant and the financial editor, Samson.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading BARON GRANT BOBS UP AGAIN; TRIES TO GET EVEN ON MAN WHO EXPOSED ONE OF HIS BIG STOCK SWINDLES.
marketsnounUS /ˈmɑːrkəts/
plural of “market” — the world of commercial activity where goods and services are bought and sold
From this reading That bubble had burst, carrying ruin to investors, disgrace to the promoters and more than a decade of distrust for every American security in European markets.
the one or ones belonging to the person speaking
From this reading The accusation seemed to be an echo of the old Emma Mine fight, when I warned the public against the exploitation of a worthless property.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading That bubble had burst, carrying ruin to investors, disgrace to the promoters and more than a decade of distrust for every American security in European markets.
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading _Alfred Rubery Brings Suit Against London Times for Libel and Is Awarded £10,000 as Damages._ In the charges made by the London Times, it was not difficult to recognize the handiwork of my old enemies, Baron Grant and the financial editor, Samson.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading _Alfred Rubery Brings Suit Against London Times for Libel and Is Awarded £10,000 as Damages._ In the charges made by the London Times, it was not difficult to recognize the handiwork of my old enemies, Baron Grant and the financial editor, Samson.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading BARON GRANT BOBS UP AGAIN; TRIES TO GET EVEN ON MAN WHO EXPOSED ONE OF HIS BIG STOCK SWINDLES.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading _Alfred Rubery Brings Suit Against London Times for Libel and Is Awarded £10,000 as Damages._ In the charges made by the London Times, it was not difficult to recognize the handiwork of my old enemies, Baron Grant and the financial editor, Samson.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading BARON GRANT BOBS UP AGAIN; TRIES TO GET EVEN ON MAN WHO EXPOSED ONE OF HIS BIG STOCK SWINDLES.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading BARON GRANT BOBS UP AGAIN; TRIES TO GET EVEN ON MAN WHO EXPOSED ONE OF HIS BIG STOCK SWINDLES.
a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances
From this reading But the sting of defeat remained and the opportunity to retaliate was one not to be overlooked.
overlookedadjectiveUS /ˈoʊvərlʊkt/
not taken into account
From this reading But the sting of defeat remained and the opportunity to retaliate was one not to be overlooked.
promotersnounUS /prəˈmoʊtərz/
plural of “promoter” — someone who is an active supporter and advocate
From this reading That bubble had burst, carrying ruin to investors, disgrace to the promoters and more than a decade of distrust for every American security in European markets.
something owned; any tangible or intangible possession that is owned by someone
From this reading The accusation seemed to be an echo of the old Emma Mine fight, when I warned the public against the exploitation of a worthless property.
people in general considered as a whole
From this reading The accusation seemed to be an echo of the old Emma Mine fight, when I warned the public against the exploitation of a worthless property.
recognizeverbUS /ˈrekəɡnaɪz/
accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority
From this reading _Alfred Rubery Brings Suit Against London Times for Libel and Is Awarded £10,000 as Damages._ In the charges made by the London Times, it was not difficult to recognize the handiwork of my old enemies, Baron Grant and the financial editor, Samson.
past form of “remain” — stay the same; remain in a certain state
From this reading But the sting of defeat remained and the opportunity to retaliate was one not to be overlooked.
retaliateverbUS /rɪˈtælieɪt/
take revenge for a perceived wrong
From this reading But the sting of defeat remained and the opportunity to retaliate was one not to be overlooked.
Rubery
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From this reading _Alfred Rubery Brings Suit Against London Times for Libel and Is Awarded £10,000 as Damages._ In the charges made by the London Times, it was not difficult to recognize the handiwork of my old enemies, Baron Grant and the financial editor, Samson.
an irrecoverable state of devastation and destruction
From this reading That bubble had burst, carrying ruin to investors, disgrace to the promoters and more than a decade of distrust for every American security in European markets.
SamsonnounUS /ˈsæmsən/
(Old Testament) a judge of Israel who performed herculean feats of strength against the Philistines until he was betrayed to them by his mistress Delilah
From this reading _Alfred Rubery Brings Suit Against London Times for Libel and Is Awarded £10,000 as Damages._ In the charges made by the London Times, it was not difficult to recognize the handiwork of my old enemies, Baron Grant and the financial editor, Samson.
securitynounUS /sɪˈkjʊrəti/
the state of being free from danger or injury
From this reading That bubble had burst, carrying ruin to investors, disgrace to the promoters and more than a decade of distrust for every American security in European markets.
past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading The accusation seemed to be an echo of the old Emma Mine fight, when I warned the public against the exploitation of a worthless property.
stingverbUS /stɪŋ/
cause a sharp or stinging pain or discomfort
From this reading But the sting of defeat remained and the opportunity to retaliate was one not to be overlooked.
the capital raised by a corporation through the issue of shares entitling holders to an ownership interest
From this reading BARON GRANT BOBS UP AGAIN; TRIES TO GET EVEN ON MAN WHO EXPOSED ONE OF HIS BIG STOCK SWINDLES.
be agreeable or acceptable to
From this reading _Alfred Rubery Brings Suit Against London Times for Libel and Is Awarded £10,000 as Damages._ In the charges made by the London Times, it was not difficult to recognize the handiwork of my old enemies, Baron Grant and the financial editor, Samson.
SWINDLESnounUS /ˈswɪndəlz/
plural of “swindle” — the act of swindling by some fraudulent scheme
From this reading BARON GRANT BOBS UP AGAIN; TRIES TO GET EVEN ON MAN WHO EXPOSED ONE OF HIS BIG STOCK SWINDLES.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading That bubble had burst, carrying ruin to investors, disgrace to the promoters and more than a decade of distrust for every American security in European markets.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading That bubble had burst, carrying ruin to investors, disgrace to the promoters and more than a decade of distrust for every American security in European markets.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading _Alfred Rubery Brings Suit Against London Times for Libel and Is Awarded £10,000 as Damages._ In the charges made by the London Times, it was not difficult to recognize the handiwork of my old enemies, Baron Grant and the financial editor, Samson.
a more or less definite period of time now or previously present
From this reading _Alfred Rubery Brings Suit Against London Times for Libel and Is Awarded £10,000 as Damages._ In the charges made by the London Times, it was not difficult to recognize the handiwork of my old enemies, Baron Grant and the financial editor, Samson.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading BARON GRANT BOBS UP AGAIN; TRIES TO GET EVEN ON MAN WHO EXPOSED ONE OF HIS BIG STOCK SWINDLES.
TRIESnounUS /traɪz/
plural of “try” — earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something
From this reading BARON GRANT BOBS UP AGAIN; TRIES TO GET EVEN ON MAN WHO EXPOSED ONE OF HIS BIG STOCK SWINDLES.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading BARON GRANT BOBS UP AGAIN; TRIES TO GET EVEN ON MAN WHO EXPOSED ONE OF HIS BIG STOCK SWINDLES.
past form of “warn” — notify of danger, potential harm, or risk
From this reading The accusation seemed to be an echo of the old Emma Mine fight, when I warned the public against the exploitation of a worthless property.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading _Alfred Rubery Brings Suit Against London Times for Libel and Is Awarded £10,000 as Damages._ In the charges made by the London Times, it was not difficult to recognize the handiwork of my old enemies, Baron Grant and the financial editor, Samson.
at the time that
From this reading The accusation seemed to be an echo of the old Emma Mine fight, when I warned the public against the exploitation of a worthless property.
which person or people
From this reading BARON GRANT BOBS UP AGAIN; TRIES TO GET EVEN ON MAN WHO EXPOSED ONE OF HIS BIG STOCK SWINDLES.
worthlessadjectiveUS /ˈwɜːrθləs/
lacking in usefulness or value
From this reading The accusation seemed to be an echo of the old Emma Mine fight, when I warned the public against the exploitation of a worthless property.
