Chapter XXIV · Chapter 24

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

From this reading A pleasant local custom fell this night into abeyance.

temporary cessation or suspension

From this reading A pleasant local custom fell this night into abeyance.

commonly used or practiced; usual

From this reading One party, therefore, made ready to gather in the accustomed place, the other in the Grand Opera House, while seceding remnants from both swelled the crowd in the street before the office of the _Whig_, which, with unlooked-for enterprise, had prepared to announce the returns by stereopticon.

Having an unpleasantly bitter or pungent taste or smell.

From this reading But the old, simpler order of things had suffered more wrenches than one in this acrid congressional campaign, and the warring factions could unite only on the hibernian proposition that union was impossible.

plural of “adherent” — someone who believes and helps to spread the doctrine of another

From this reading Years out of mind the adherents of the leading political parties had mingled sociably before a non-partisan bulletin board in the courthouse, much as hostile camps fraternize in the truce forerunning peace.

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

From this reading At six o'clock Shelby broke his fast with a ravenous meal at the hotel, which Bowers shared, and three-quarters of an hour later the two men shouldered through the boisterous mob in the streets to Shelby's law office, where arrangements had been perfected to receive the returns by messenger and private wire.

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

From this reading But the old, simpler order of things had suffered more wrenches than one in this acrid congressional campaign, and the warring factions could unite only on the hibernian proposition that union was impossible.

make known; make an announcement

From this reading One party, therefore, made ready to gather in the accustomed place, the other in the Grand Opera House, while seceding remnants from both swelled the crowd in the street before the office of the _Whig_, which, with unlooked-for enterprise, had prepared to announce the returns by stereopticon.

plural of “arrangement” — the thing arranged or agreed to

From this reading At six o'clock Shelby broke his fast with a ravenous meal at the hotel, which Bowers shared, and three-quarters of an hour later the two men shouldered through the boisterous mob in the streets to Shelby's law office, where arrangements had been perfected to receive the returns by messenger and private wire.

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

From this reading Years out of mind the adherents of the leading political parties had mingled sociably before a non-partisan bulletin board in the courthouse, much as hostile camps fraternize in the truce forerunning peace.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading At six o'clock Shelby broke his fast with a ravenous meal at the hotel, which Bowers shared, and three-quarters of an hour later the two men shouldered through the boisterous mob in the streets to Shelby's law office, where arrangements had been perfected to receive the returns by messenger and private wire.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading At six o'clock Shelby broke his fast with a ravenous meal at the hotel, which Bowers shared, and three-quarters of an hour later the two men shouldered through the boisterous mob in the streets to Shelby's law office, where arrangements had been perfected to receive the returns by messenger and private wire.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading Years out of mind the adherents of the leading political parties had mingled sociably before a non-partisan bulletin board in the courthouse, much as hostile camps fraternize in the truce forerunning peace.

a committee having supervisory powers

From this reading Years out of mind the adherents of the leading political parties had mingled sociably before a non-partisan bulletin board in the courthouse, much as hostile camps fraternize in the truce forerunning peace.

noisy and lacking in restraint or discipline

From this reading At six o'clock Shelby broke his fast with a ravenous meal at the hotel, which Bowers shared, and three-quarters of an hour later the two men shouldered through the boisterous mob in the streets to Shelby's law office, where arrangements had been perfected to receive the returns by messenger and private wire.

the two together, not just one

From this reading One party, therefore, made ready to gather in the accustomed place, the other in the Grand Opera House, while seceding remnants from both swelled the crowd in the street before the office of the _Whig_, which, with unlooked-for enterprise, had prepared to announce the returns by stereopticon.

plural of “bower” — a framework that supports climbing plants

From this reading At six o'clock Shelby broke his fast with a ravenous meal at the hotel, which Bowers shared, and three-quarters of an hour later the two men shouldered through the boisterous mob in the streets to Shelby's law office, where arrangements had been perfected to receive the returns by messenger and private wire.

lacking funds

From this reading At six o'clock Shelby broke his fast with a ravenous meal at the hotel, which Bowers shared, and three-quarters of an hour later the two men shouldered through the boisterous mob in the streets to Shelby's law office, where arrangements had been perfected to receive the returns by messenger and private wire.

a brief report (especially an official statement issued for immediate publication or broadcast)

From this reading Years out of mind the adherents of the leading political parties had mingled sociably before a non-partisan bulletin board in the courthouse, much as hostile camps fraternize in the truce forerunning peace.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading But the old, simpler order of things had suffered more wrenches than one in this acrid congressional campaign, and the warring factions could unite only on the hibernian proposition that union was impossible.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading One party, therefore, made ready to gather in the accustomed place, the other in the Grand Opera House, while seceding remnants from both swelled the crowd in the street before the office of the _Whig_, which, with unlooked-for enterprise, had prepared to announce the returns by stereopticon.

a race between candidates for elective office

From this reading But the old, simpler order of things had suffered more wrenches than one in this acrid congressional campaign, and the warring factions could unite only on the hibernian proposition that union was impossible.

plural of “camp” — temporary living quarters specially built by the army for soldiers

From this reading Years out of mind the adherents of the leading political parties had mingled sociably before a non-partisan bulletin board in the courthouse, much as hostile camps fraternize in the truce forerunning peace.

of or relating to congress

From this reading But the old, simpler order of things had suffered more wrenches than one in this acrid congressional campaign, and the warring factions could unite only on the hibernian proposition that union was impossible.

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

From this reading But the old, simpler order of things had suffered more wrenches than one in this acrid congressional campaign, and the warring factions could unite only on the hibernian proposition that union was impossible.

a government building that houses the offices of a county government

From this reading Years out of mind the adherents of the leading political parties had mingled sociably before a non-partisan bulletin board in the courthouse, much as hostile camps fraternize in the truce forerunning peace.

cause to herd, drive, or crowd together

From this reading One party, therefore, made ready to gather in the accustomed place, the other in the Grand Opera House, while seceding remnants from both swelled the crowd in the street before the office of the _Whig_, which, with unlooked-for enterprise, had prepared to announce the returns by stereopticon.

accepted or habitual practice

From this reading A pleasant local custom fell this night into abeyance.

a purposeful or industrious undertaking (especially one that requires effort or boldness)

From this reading One party, therefore, made ready to gather in the accustomed place, the other in the Grand Opera House, while seceding remnants from both swelled the crowd in the street before the office of the _Whig_, which, with unlooked-for enterprise, had prepared to announce the returns by stereopticon.

plural of “faction” — a clique (often secret) that seeks power usually through intrigue

From this reading But the old, simpler order of things had suffered more wrenches than one in this acrid congressional campaign, and the warring factions could unite only on the hibernian proposition that union was impossible.

quickly or rapidly (often used as a combining form)

From this reading At six o'clock Shelby broke his fast with a ravenous meal at the hotel, which Bowers shared, and three-quarters of an hour later the two men shouldered through the boisterous mob in the streets to Shelby's law office, where arrangements had been perfected to receive the returns by messenger and private wire.

cause to fall by or as if by delivering a blow

From this reading A pleasant local custom fell this night into abeyance.

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From this reading Years out of mind the adherents of the leading political parties had mingled sociably before a non-partisan bulletin board in the courthouse, much as hostile camps fraternize in the truce forerunning peace.

be on friendly terms with someone, as if with a brother, especially with an enemy

From this reading Years out of mind the adherents of the leading political parties had mingled sociably before a non-partisan bulletin board in the courthouse, much as hostile camps fraternize in the truce forerunning peace.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading One party, therefore, made ready to gather in the accustomed place, the other in the Grand Opera House, while seceding remnants from both swelled the crowd in the street before the office of the _Whig_, which, with unlooked-for enterprise, had prepared to announce the returns by stereopticon.

assemble or get together

From this reading One party, therefore, made ready to gather in the accustomed place, the other in the Grand Opera House, while seceding remnants from both swelled the crowd in the street before the office of the _Whig_, which, with unlooked-for enterprise, had prepared to announce the returns by stereopticon.

of behavior that is impressive and ambitious in scale or scope

From this reading One party, therefore, made ready to gather in the accustomed place, the other in the Grand Opera House, while seceding remnants from both swelled the crowd in the street before the office of the _Whig_, which, with unlooked-for enterprise, had prepared to announce the returns by stereopticon.

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

From this reading Years out of mind the adherents of the leading political parties had mingled sociably before a non-partisan bulletin board in the courthouse, much as hostile camps fraternize in the truce forerunning peace.

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

From this reading But the old, simpler order of things had suffered more wrenches than one in this acrid congressional campaign, and the warring factions could unite only on the hibernian proposition that union was impossible.

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

From this reading At six o'clock Shelby broke his fast with a ravenous meal at the hotel, which Bowers shared, and three-quarters of an hour later the two men shouldered through the boisterous mob in the streets to Shelby's law office, where arrangements had been perfected to receive the returns by messenger and private wire.

characterized by enmity or ill will

From this reading Years out of mind the adherents of the leading political parties had mingled sociably before a non-partisan bulletin board in the courthouse, much as hostile camps fraternize in the truce forerunning peace.

a building where travelers can pay for lodging and meals and other services

From this reading At six o'clock Shelby broke his fast with a ravenous meal at the hotel, which Bowers shared, and three-quarters of an hour later the two men shouldered through the boisterous mob in the streets to Shelby's law office, where arrangements had been perfected to receive the returns by messenger and private wire.

a period of time equal to 1/24th of a day

From this reading At six o'clock Shelby broke his fast with a ravenous meal at the hotel, which Bowers shared, and three-quarters of an hour later the two men shouldered through the boisterous mob in the streets to Shelby's law office, where arrangements had been perfected to receive the returns by messenger and private wire.

a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families

From this reading One party, therefore, made ready to gather in the accustomed place, the other in the Grand Opera House, while seceding remnants from both swelled the crowd in the street before the office of the _Whig_, which, with unlooked-for enterprise, had prepared to announce the returns by stereopticon.

not capable of occurring or being accomplished or dealt with

From this reading But the old, simpler order of things had suffered more wrenches than one in this acrid congressional campaign, and the warring factions could unite only on the hibernian proposition that union was impossible.

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

From this reading Years out of mind the adherents of the leading political parties had mingled sociably before a non-partisan bulletin board in the courthouse, much as hostile camps fraternize in the truce forerunning peace.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading A pleasant local custom fell this night into abeyance.

happening at a time subsequent to a reference time

From this reading At six o'clock Shelby broke his fast with a ravenous meal at the hotel, which Bowers shared, and three-quarters of an hour later the two men shouldered through the boisterous mob in the streets to Shelby's law office, where arrangements had been perfected to receive the returns by messenger and private wire.

the collection of rules imposed by authority

From this reading At six o'clock Shelby broke his fast with a ravenous meal at the hotel, which Bowers shared, and three-quarters of an hour later the two men shouldered through the boisterous mob in the streets to Shelby's law office, where arrangements had been perfected to receive the returns by messenger and private wire.

indicating the most important performer or role

From this reading Years out of mind the adherents of the leading political parties had mingled sociably before a non-partisan bulletin board in the courthouse, much as hostile camps fraternize in the truce forerunning peace.

relating to or applicable to or concerned with the administration of a city or town or district rather than a larger area

From this reading A pleasant local custom fell this night into abeyance.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading One party, therefore, made ready to gather in the accustomed place, the other in the Grand Opera House, while seceding remnants from both swelled the crowd in the street before the office of the _Whig_, which, with unlooked-for enterprise, had prepared to announce the returns by stereopticon.

the food served and eaten at one time

From this reading At six o'clock Shelby broke his fast with a ravenous meal at the hotel, which Bowers shared, and three-quarters of an hour later the two men shouldered through the boisterous mob in the streets to Shelby's law office, where arrangements had been perfected to receive the returns by messenger and private wire.

the force of workers available

From this reading At six o'clock Shelby broke his fast with a ravenous meal at the hotel, which Bowers shared, and three-quarters of an hour later the two men shouldered through the boisterous mob in the streets to Shelby's law office, where arrangements had been perfected to receive the returns by messenger and private wire.

a person who carries a message

From this reading At six o'clock Shelby broke his fast with a ravenous meal at the hotel, which Bowers shared, and three-quarters of an hour later the two men shouldered through the boisterous mob in the streets to Shelby's law office, where arrangements had been perfected to receive the returns by messenger and private wire.

The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.

From this reading Years out of mind the adherents of the leading political parties had mingled sociably before a non-partisan bulletin board in the courthouse, much as hostile camps fraternize in the truce forerunning peace.

past form of “mingle” — to bring or combine together or with something else

From this reading Years out of mind the adherents of the leading political parties had mingled sociably before a non-partisan bulletin board in the courthouse, much as hostile camps fraternize in the truce forerunning peace.

a disorderly crowd of people

From this reading At six o'clock Shelby broke his fast with a ravenous meal at the hotel, which Bowers shared, and three-quarters of an hour later the two men shouldered through the boisterous mob in the streets to Shelby's law office, where arrangements had been perfected to receive the returns by messenger and private wire.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading But the old, simpler order of things had suffered more wrenches than one in this acrid congressional campaign, and the warring factions could unite only on the hibernian proposition that union was impossible.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading Years out of mind the adherents of the leading political parties had mingled sociably before a non-partisan bulletin board in the courthouse, much as hostile camps fraternize in the truce forerunning peace.

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

From this reading A pleasant local custom fell this night into abeyance.

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From this reading Years out of mind the adherents of the leading political parties had mingled sociably before a non-partisan bulletin board in the courthouse, much as hostile camps fraternize in the truce forerunning peace.

according to the clock

From this reading At six o'clock Shelby broke his fast with a ravenous meal at the hotel, which Bowers shared, and three-quarters of an hour later the two men shouldered through the boisterous mob in the streets to Shelby's law office, where arrangements had been perfected to receive the returns by messenger and private wire.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Years out of mind the adherents of the leading political parties had mingled sociably before a non-partisan bulletin board in the courthouse, much as hostile camps fraternize in the truce forerunning peace.

place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed

From this reading One party, therefore, made ready to gather in the accustomed place, the other in the Grand Opera House, while seceding remnants from both swelled the crowd in the street before the office of the _Whig_, which, with unlooked-for enterprise, had prepared to announce the returns by stereopticon.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading But the old, simpler order of things had suffered more wrenches than one in this acrid congressional campaign, and the warring factions could unite only on the hibernian proposition that union was impossible.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading But the old, simpler order of things had suffered more wrenches than one in this acrid congressional campaign, and the warring factions could unite only on the hibernian proposition that union was impossible.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading But the old, simpler order of things had suffered more wrenches than one in this acrid congressional campaign, and the warring factions could unite only on the hibernian proposition that union was impossible.

and nothing more

From this reading But the old, simpler order of things had suffered more wrenches than one in this acrid congressional campaign, and the warring factions could unite only on the hibernian proposition that union was impossible.

a drama set to music; consists of singing with orchestral accompaniment and an orchestral overture and interludes

From this reading One party, therefore, made ready to gather in the accustomed place, the other in the Grand Opera House, while seceding remnants from both swelled the crowd in the street before the office of the _Whig_, which, with unlooked-for enterprise, had prepared to announce the returns by stereopticon.

(often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed

From this reading But the old, simpler order of things had suffered more wrenches than one in this acrid congressional campaign, and the warring factions could unite only on the hibernian proposition that union was impossible.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading One party, therefore, made ready to gather in the accustomed place, the other in the Grand Opera House, while seceding remnants from both swelled the crowd in the street before the office of the _Whig_, which, with unlooked-for enterprise, had prepared to announce the returns by stereopticon.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading Years out of mind the adherents of the leading political parties had mingled sociably before a non-partisan bulletin board in the courthouse, much as hostile camps fraternize in the truce forerunning peace.

plural of “party” — an organization to gain political power

From this reading Years out of mind the adherents of the leading political parties had mingled sociably before a non-partisan bulletin board in the courthouse, much as hostile camps fraternize in the truce forerunning peace.

an organization to gain political power

From this reading One party, therefore, made ready to gather in the accustomed place, the other in the Grand Opera House, while seceding remnants from both swelled the crowd in the street before the office of the _Whig_, which, with unlooked-for enterprise, had prepared to announce the returns by stereopticon.

the state prevailing during the absence of war

From this reading Years out of mind the adherents of the leading political parties had mingled sociably before a non-partisan bulletin board in the courthouse, much as hostile camps fraternize in the truce forerunning peace.

(of plans, ideas, etc.) perfectly formed

From this reading At six o'clock Shelby broke his fast with a ravenous meal at the hotel, which Bowers shared, and three-quarters of an hour later the two men shouldered through the boisterous mob in the streets to Shelby's law office, where arrangements had been perfected to receive the returns by messenger and private wire.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading One party, therefore, made ready to gather in the accustomed place, the other in the Grand Opera House, while seceding remnants from both swelled the crowd in the street before the office of the _Whig_, which, with unlooked-for enterprise, had prepared to announce the returns by stereopticon.

affording pleasure; being in harmony with your taste or likings

From this reading A pleasant local custom fell this night into abeyance.

involving or characteristic of politics or parties or politicians

From this reading Years out of mind the adherents of the leading political parties had mingled sociably before a non-partisan bulletin board in the courthouse, much as hostile camps fraternize in the truce forerunning peace.

made ready or fit or suitable beforehand

From this reading One party, therefore, made ready to gather in the accustomed place, the other in the Grand Opera House, while seceding remnants from both swelled the crowd in the street before the office of the _Whig_, which, with unlooked-for enterprise, had prepared to announce the returns by stereopticon.

confined to particular persons or groups or providing privacy

From this reading At six o'clock Shelby broke his fast with a ravenous meal at the hotel, which Bowers shared, and three-quarters of an hour later the two men shouldered through the boisterous mob in the streets to Shelby's law office, where arrangements had been perfected to receive the returns by messenger and private wire.

(logic) a statement that affirms or denies something and is either true or false

From this reading But the old, simpler order of things had suffered more wrenches than one in this acrid congressional campaign, and the warring factions could unite only on the hibernian proposition that union was impossible.

extremely hungry

From this reading At six o'clock Shelby broke his fast with a ravenous meal at the hotel, which Bowers shared, and three-quarters of an hour later the two men shouldered through the boisterous mob in the streets to Shelby's law office, where arrangements had been perfected to receive the returns by messenger and private wire.

completely prepared or in condition for immediate action or use or progress

From this reading One party, therefore, made ready to gather in the accustomed place, the other in the Grand Opera House, while seceding remnants from both swelled the crowd in the street before the office of the _Whig_, which, with unlooked-for enterprise, had prepared to announce the returns by stereopticon.

get something; come into possession of

From this reading At six o'clock Shelby broke his fast with a ravenous meal at the hotel, which Bowers shared, and three-quarters of an hour later the two men shouldered through the boisterous mob in the streets to Shelby's law office, where arrangements had been perfected to receive the returns by messenger and private wire.

plural of “remnant” — a small part or portion that remains after the main part no longer exists

From this reading One party, therefore, made ready to gather in the accustomed place, the other in the Grand Opera House, while seceding remnants from both swelled the crowd in the street before the office of the _Whig_, which, with unlooked-for enterprise, had prepared to announce the returns by stereopticon.

plural of “return” — document giving the tax collector information about the taxpayer's tax liability

From this reading One party, therefore, made ready to gather in the accustomed place, the other in the Grand Opera House, while seceding remnants from both swelled the crowd in the street before the office of the _Whig_, which, with unlooked-for enterprise, had prepared to announce the returns by stereopticon.

-ing form of “secede” — withdraw from an organization or communion

From this reading One party, therefore, made ready to gather in the accustomed place, the other in the Grand Opera House, while seceding remnants from both swelled the crowd in the street before the office of the _Whig_, which, with unlooked-for enterprise, had prepared to announce the returns by stereopticon.

have in common; held or experienced in common

From this reading At six o'clock Shelby broke his fast with a ravenous meal at the hotel, which Bowers shared, and three-quarters of an hour later the two men shouldered through the boisterous mob in the streets to Shelby's law office, where arrangements had been perfected to receive the returns by messenger and private wire.

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From this reading At six o'clock Shelby broke his fast with a ravenous meal at the hotel, which Bowers shared, and three-quarters of an hour later the two men shouldered through the boisterous mob in the streets to Shelby's law office, where arrangements had been perfected to receive the returns by messenger and private wire.

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

From this reading At six o'clock Shelby broke his fast with a ravenous meal at the hotel, which Bowers shared, and three-quarters of an hour later the two men shouldered through the boisterous mob in the streets to Shelby's law office, where arrangements had been perfected to receive the returns by messenger and private wire.

having shoulders or shoulders as specified; usually used as a combining form

From this reading At six o'clock Shelby broke his fast with a ravenous meal at the hotel, which Bowers shared, and three-quarters of an hour later the two men shouldered through the boisterous mob in the streets to Shelby's law office, where arrangements had been perfected to receive the returns by messenger and private wire.

comparative of “simple” — having few parts; not complex or complicated or involved

From this reading But the old, simpler order of things had suffered more wrenches than one in this acrid congressional campaign, and the warring factions could unite only on the hibernian proposition that union was impossible.

the cardinal number that is the sum of five and one

From this reading At six o'clock Shelby broke his fast with a ravenous meal at the hotel, which Bowers shared, and three-quarters of an hour later the two men shouldered through the boisterous mob in the streets to Shelby's law office, where arrangements had been perfected to receive the returns by messenger and private wire.

in a gregarious manner

From this reading Years out of mind the adherents of the leading political parties had mingled sociably before a non-partisan bulletin board in the courthouse, much as hostile camps fraternize in the truce forerunning peace.

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

From this reading One party, therefore, made ready to gather in the accustomed place, the other in the Grand Opera House, while seceding remnants from both swelled the crowd in the street before the office of the _Whig_, which, with unlooked-for enterprise, had prepared to announce the returns by stereopticon.

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

From this reading One party, therefore, made ready to gather in the accustomed place, the other in the Grand Opera House, while seceding remnants from both swelled the crowd in the street before the office of the _Whig_, which, with unlooked-for enterprise, had prepared to announce the returns by stereopticon.

plural of “street” — a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings

From this reading At six o'clock Shelby broke his fast with a ravenous meal at the hotel, which Bowers shared, and three-quarters of an hour later the two men shouldered through the boisterous mob in the streets to Shelby's law office, where arrangements had been perfected to receive the returns by messenger and private wire.

past form of “suffer” — undergo or be subjected to

From this reading But the old, simpler order of things had suffered more wrenches than one in this acrid congressional campaign, and the warring factions could unite only on the hibernian proposition that union was impossible.

feeling self-importance

From this reading One party, therefore, made ready to gather in the accustomed place, the other in the Grand Opera House, while seceding remnants from both swelled the crowd in the street before the office of the _Whig_, which, with unlooked-for enterprise, had prepared to announce the returns by stereopticon.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading But the old, simpler order of things had suffered more wrenches than one in this acrid congressional campaign, and the warring factions could unite only on the hibernian proposition that union was impossible.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading But the old, simpler order of things had suffered more wrenches than one in this acrid congressional campaign, and the warring factions could unite only on the hibernian proposition that union was impossible.

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

From this reading Years out of mind the adherents of the leading political parties had mingled sociably before a non-partisan bulletin board in the courthouse, much as hostile camps fraternize in the truce forerunning peace.

for that reason; as a result

From this reading One party, therefore, made ready to gather in the accustomed place, the other in the Grand Opera House, while seceding remnants from both swelled the crowd in the street before the office of the _Whig_, which, with unlooked-for enterprise, had prepared to announce the returns by stereopticon.

any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)

From this reading But the old, simpler order of things had suffered more wrenches than one in this acrid congressional campaign, and the warring factions could unite only on the hibernian proposition that union was impossible.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading A pleasant local custom fell this night into abeyance.

three of four equal parts

From this reading At six o'clock Shelby broke his fast with a ravenous meal at the hotel, which Bowers shared, and three-quarters of an hour later the two men shouldered through the boisterous mob in the streets to Shelby's law office, where arrangements had been perfected to receive the returns by messenger and private wire.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading At six o'clock Shelby broke his fast with a ravenous meal at the hotel, which Bowers shared, and three-quarters of an hour later the two men shouldered through the boisterous mob in the streets to Shelby's law office, where arrangements had been perfected to receive the returns by messenger and private wire.

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

From this reading One party, therefore, made ready to gather in the accustomed place, the other in the Grand Opera House, while seceding remnants from both swelled the crowd in the street before the office of the _Whig_, which, with unlooked-for enterprise, had prepared to announce the returns by stereopticon.

a state of peace agreed to between opponents so they can discuss peace terms

From this reading Years out of mind the adherents of the leading political parties had mingled sociably before a non-partisan bulletin board in the courthouse, much as hostile camps fraternize in the truce forerunning peace.

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

From this reading At six o'clock Shelby broke his fast with a ravenous meal at the hotel, which Bowers shared, and three-quarters of an hour later the two men shouldered through the boisterous mob in the streets to Shelby's law office, where arrangements had been perfected to receive the returns by messenger and private wire.

an organization of employees formed to bargain with the employer

From this reading But the old, simpler order of things had suffered more wrenches than one in this acrid congressional campaign, and the warring factions could unite only on the hibernian proposition that union was impossible.

act in concert or unite in a common purpose or belief

From this reading But the old, simpler order of things had suffered more wrenches than one in this acrid congressional campaign, and the warring factions could unite only on the hibernian proposition that union was impossible.

not anticipated

From this reading One party, therefore, made ready to gather in the accustomed place, the other in the Grand Opera House, while seceding remnants from both swelled the crowd in the street before the office of the _Whig_, which, with unlooked-for enterprise, had prepared to announce the returns by stereopticon.

engaged in war

From this reading But the old, simpler order of things had suffered more wrenches than one in this acrid congressional campaign, and the warring factions could unite only on the hibernian proposition that union was impossible.

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

From this reading But the old, simpler order of things had suffered more wrenches than one in this acrid congressional campaign, and the warring factions could unite only on the hibernian proposition that union was impossible.

in or at the place that

From this reading At six o'clock Shelby broke his fast with a ravenous meal at the hotel, which Bowers shared, and three-quarters of an hour later the two men shouldered through the boisterous mob in the streets to Shelby's law office, where arrangements had been perfected to receive the returns by messenger and private wire.

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

From this reading One party, therefore, made ready to gather in the accustomed place, the other in the Grand Opera House, while seceding remnants from both swelled the crowd in the street before the office of the _Whig_, which, with unlooked-for enterprise, had prepared to announce the returns by stereopticon.

a member of the political party that urged social reform in 18th and 19th century England; was the opposition party to the Tories

From this reading One party, therefore, made ready to gather in the accustomed place, the other in the Grand Opera House, while seceding remnants from both swelled the crowd in the street before the office of the _Whig_, which, with unlooked-for enterprise, had prepared to announce the returns by stereopticon.

during the time that

From this reading One party, therefore, made ready to gather in the accustomed place, the other in the Grand Opera House, while seceding remnants from both swelled the crowd in the street before the office of the _Whig_, which, with unlooked-for enterprise, had prepared to announce the returns by stereopticon.

ligament made of metal and used to fasten things or make cages or fences etc

From this reading At six o'clock Shelby broke his fast with a ravenous meal at the hotel, which Bowers shared, and three-quarters of an hour later the two men shouldered through the boisterous mob in the streets to Shelby's law office, where arrangements had been perfected to receive the returns by messenger and private wire.

in the company of; together with

From this reading One party, therefore, made ready to gather in the accustomed place, the other in the Grand Opera House, while seceding remnants from both swelled the crowd in the street before the office of the _Whig_, which, with unlooked-for enterprise, had prepared to announce the returns by stereopticon.

plural of “wrench” — a sharp strain on muscles or ligaments

From this reading But the old, simpler order of things had suffered more wrenches than one in this acrid congressional campaign, and the warring factions could unite only on the hibernian proposition that union was impossible.

a late time of life

From this reading Years out of mind the adherents of the leading political parties had mingled sociably before a non-partisan bulletin board in the courthouse, much as hostile camps fraternize in the truce forerunning peace.