Chapter VII

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading MARKHAM'S RUSE As Fred uttered the manly words, his mother raised her tear-stained face, the light of hope shining in her eyes, threw her arms about him and, her head resting on his shoulder, murmured, between her sobs:

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

From this reading MARKHAM'S RUSE As Fred uttered the manly words, his mother raised her tear-stained face, the light of hope shining in her eyes, threw her arms about him and, her head resting on his shoulder, murmured, between her sobs:

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading "I will find the proof, if there is any," asserted Fred confidently, "so cheer up, Momsy."

weapons considered collectively

From this reading MARKHAM'S RUSE As Fred uttered the manly words, his mother raised her tear-stained face, the light of hope shining in her eyes, threw her arms about him and, her head resting on his shoulder, murmured, between her sobs:

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

From this reading MARKHAM'S RUSE As Fred uttered the manly words, his mother raised her tear-stained face, the light of hope shining in her eyes, threw her arms about him and, her head resting on his shoulder, murmured, between her sobs:

confidently declared to be so

From this reading "I will find the proof, if there is any," asserted Fred confidently, "so cheer up, Momsy."

a member of the British order of honor; ranks below a baron but above a knight

From this reading This sharing of his parents' burden seemed to Fred to draw him nearer to them, and in this closer understanding he and his mother talked matters over, during the course of which the clash with Bart, the drawing of the desks and the joke with the cheese were related.

in the space, time, or range separating two things

From this reading MARKHAM'S RUSE As Fred uttered the manly words, his mother raised her tear-stained face, the light of hope shining in her eyes, threw her arms about him and, her head resting on his shoulder, murmured, between her sobs:

a youthful male person

From this reading "Oh, if you only could, my boy!"

an onerous or difficult concern

From this reading This sharing of his parents' burden seemed to Fred to draw him nearer to them, and in this closer understanding he and his mother talked matters over, during the course of which the clash with Bart, the drawing of the desks and the joke with the cheese were related.

give encouragement to

From this reading "I will find the proof, if there is any," asserted Fred confidently, "so cheer up, Momsy."

a solid food prepared from the pressed curd of milk

From this reading This sharing of his parents' burden seemed to Fred to draw him nearer to them, and in this closer understanding he and his mother talked matters over, during the course of which the clash with Bart, the drawing of the desks and the joke with the cheese were related.

A violent confrontation or disagreement between opposing forces or factions.

From this reading This sharing of his parents' burden seemed to Fred to draw him nearer to them, and in this closer understanding he and his mother talked matters over, during the course of which the clash with Bart, the drawing of the desks and the joke with the cheese were related.

(comparative of “near” or “close”) within a shorter distance

From this reading This sharing of his parents' burden seemed to Fred to draw him nearer to them, and in this closer understanding he and his mother talked matters over, during the course of which the clash with Bart, the drawing of the desks and the joke with the cheese were related.

with confidence; in a confident manner

From this reading "I will find the proof, if there is any," asserted Fred confidently, "so cheer up, Momsy."

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

From this reading "Oh, if you only could, my boy!"

education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings

From this reading This sharing of his parents' burden seemed to Fred to draw him nearer to them, and in this closer understanding he and his mother talked matters over, during the course of which the clash with Bart, the drawing of the desks and the joke with the cheese were related.

plural of “desk” — a piece of furniture with a writing surface and usually drawers or other compartments

From this reading This sharing of his parents' burden seemed to Fred to draw him nearer to them, and in this closer understanding he and his mother talked matters over, during the course of which the clash with Bart, the drawing of the desks and the joke with the cheese were related.

cause to move by pulling

From this reading This sharing of his parents' burden seemed to Fred to draw him nearer to them, and in this closer understanding he and his mother talked matters over, during the course of which the clash with Bart, the drawing of the desks and the joke with the cheese were related.

an illustration that is drawn by hand and published in a book, magazine, or newspaper

From this reading This sharing of his parents' burden seemed to Fred to draw him nearer to them, and in this closer understanding he and his mother talked matters over, during the course of which the clash with Bart, the drawing of the desks and the joke with the cheese were related.

all through a period, or at some point within it

From this reading This sharing of his parents' burden seemed to Fred to draw him nearer to them, and in this closer understanding he and his mother talked matters over, during the course of which the clash with Bart, the drawing of the desks and the joke with the cheese were related.

opinion or judgment

From this reading MARKHAM'S RUSE As Fred uttered the manly words, his mother raised her tear-stained face, the light of hope shining in her eyes, threw her arms about him and, her head resting on his shoulder, murmured, between her sobs:

the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear

From this reading MARKHAM'S RUSE As Fred uttered the manly words, his mother raised her tear-stained face, the light of hope shining in her eyes, threw her arms about him and, her head resting on his shoulder, murmured, between her sobs:

come upon, as if by accident; meet with

From this reading "I will find the proof, if there is any," asserted Fred confidently, "so cheer up, Momsy."

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From this reading MARKHAM'S RUSE As Fred uttered the manly words, his mother raised her tear-stained face, the light of hope shining in her eyes, threw her arms about him and, her head resting on his shoulder, murmured, between her sobs:

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

From this reading This sharing of his parents' burden seemed to Fred to draw him nearer to them, and in this closer understanding he and his mother talked matters over, during the course of which the clash with Bart, the drawing of the desks and the joke with the cheese were related.

the upper part of the human body or the front part of the body in animals; contains the face and brains

From this reading MARKHAM'S RUSE As Fred uttered the manly words, his mother raised her tear-stained face, the light of hope shining in her eyes, threw her arms about him and, her head resting on his shoulder, murmured, between her sobs:

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

From this reading MARKHAM'S RUSE As Fred uttered the manly words, his mother raised her tear-stained face, the light of hope shining in her eyes, threw her arms about him and, her head resting on his shoulder, murmured, between her sobs:

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading MARKHAM'S RUSE As Fred uttered the manly words, his mother raised her tear-stained face, the light of hope shining in her eyes, threw her arms about him and, her head resting on his shoulder, murmured, between her sobs:

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

From this reading MARKHAM'S RUSE As Fred uttered the manly words, his mother raised her tear-stained face, the light of hope shining in her eyes, threw her arms about him and, her head resting on his shoulder, murmured, between her sobs:

a specific instance of feeling hopeful

From this reading MARKHAM'S RUSE As Fred uttered the manly words, his mother raised her tear-stained face, the light of hope shining in her eyes, threw her arms about him and, her head resting on his shoulder, murmured, between her sobs:

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading "I will find the proof, if there is any," asserted Fred confidently, "so cheer up, Momsy."

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading "Oh, if you only could, my boy!"

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

From this reading MARKHAM'S RUSE As Fred uttered the manly words, his mother raised her tear-stained face, the light of hope shining in her eyes, threw her arms about him and, her head resting on his shoulder, murmured, between her sobs:

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

From this reading "I will find the proof, if there is any," asserted Fred confidently, "so cheer up, Momsy."

a humorous anecdote or remark intended to provoke laughter

From this reading This sharing of his parents' burden seemed to Fred to draw him nearer to them, and in this closer understanding he and his mother talked matters over, during the course of which the clash with Bart, the drawing of the desks and the joke with the cheese were related.

of comparatively little physical weight or density

From this reading MARKHAM'S RUSE As Fred uttered the manly words, his mother raised her tear-stained face, the light of hope shining in her eyes, threw her arms about him and, her head resting on his shoulder, murmured, between her sobs:

possessing qualities befitting a man

From this reading MARKHAM'S RUSE As Fred uttered the manly words, his mother raised her tear-stained face, the light of hope shining in her eyes, threw her arms about him and, her head resting on his shoulder, murmured, between her sobs:

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

From this reading MARKHAM'S RUSE As Fred uttered the manly words, his mother raised her tear-stained face, the light of hope shining in her eyes, threw her arms about him and, her head resting on his shoulder, murmured, between her sobs:

plural of “matter” — a vaguely specified concern

From this reading This sharing of his parents' burden seemed to Fred to draw him nearer to them, and in this closer understanding he and his mother talked matters over, during the course of which the clash with Bart, the drawing of the desks and the joke with the cheese were related.

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

From this reading "I will find the proof, if there is any," asserted Fred confidently, "so cheer up, Momsy."

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

From this reading MARKHAM'S RUSE As Fred uttered the manly words, his mother raised her tear-stained face, the light of hope shining in her eyes, threw her arms about him and, her head resting on his shoulder, murmured, between her sobs:

a form of address for a married woman

From this reading MRS.

past form of “murmur” — speak softly or indistinctly

From this reading MARKHAM'S RUSE As Fred uttered the manly words, his mother raised her tear-stained face, the light of hope shining in her eyes, threw her arms about him and, her head resting on his shoulder, murmured, between her sobs:

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading "Oh, if you only could, my boy!"

(comparative of “near” or “close”) within a shorter distance

From this reading This sharing of his parents' burden seemed to Fred to draw him nearer to them, and in this closer understanding he and his mother talked matters over, during the course of which the clash with Bart, the drawing of the desks and the joke with the cheese were related.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading MARKHAM'S RUSE As Fred uttered the manly words, his mother raised her tear-stained face, the light of hope shining in her eyes, threw her arms about him and, her head resting on his shoulder, murmured, between her sobs:

a midwestern state in north central United States in the Great Lakes region

From this reading "Oh, if you only could, my boy!"

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading MARKHAM'S RUSE As Fred uttered the manly words, his mother raised her tear-stained face, the light of hope shining in her eyes, threw her arms about him and, her head resting on his shoulder, murmured, between her sobs:

and nothing more

From this reading "Oh, if you only could, my boy!"

above and across; more than

From this reading This sharing of his parents' burden seemed to Fred to draw him nearer to them, and in this closer understanding he and his mother talked matters over, during the course of which the clash with Bart, the drawing of the desks and the joke with the cheese were related.

plural of “parent” — a father or mother; one who begets or one who gives birth to or nurtures and raises a child; a relative who plays the role of guardian

From this reading This sharing of his parents' burden seemed to Fred to draw him nearer to them, and in this closer understanding he and his mother talked matters over, during the course of which the clash with Bart, the drawing of the desks and the joke with the cheese were related.

any factual evidence that helps to establish the truth of something

From this reading "I will find the proof, if there is any," asserted Fred confidently, "so cheer up, Momsy."

located or moved above the surround or above the normal position

From this reading MARKHAM'S RUSE As Fred uttered the manly words, his mother raised her tear-stained face, the light of hope shining in her eyes, threw her arms about him and, her head resting on his shoulder, murmured, between her sobs:

being connected either logically or causally or by shared characteristics

From this reading This sharing of his parents' burden seemed to Fred to draw him nearer to them, and in this closer understanding he and his mother talked matters over, during the course of which the clash with Bart, the drawing of the desks and the joke with the cheese were related.

-ing form of “rest” — not move; be in a resting position

From this reading MARKHAM'S RUSE As Fred uttered the manly words, his mother raised her tear-stained face, the light of hope shining in her eyes, threw her arms about him and, her head resting on his shoulder, murmured, between her sobs:

a deceptive maneuver (especially to avoid capture)

From this reading MARKHAM'S RUSE As Fred uttered the manly words, his mother raised her tear-stained face, the light of hope shining in her eyes, threw her arms about him and, her head resting on his shoulder, murmured, between her sobs:

past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading This sharing of his parents' burden seemed to Fred to draw him nearer to them, and in this closer understanding he and his mother talked matters over, during the course of which the clash with Bart, the drawing of the desks and the joke with the cheese were related.

using or enjoying something jointly with others

From this reading This sharing of his parents' burden seemed to Fred to draw him nearer to them, and in this closer understanding he and his mother talked matters over, during the course of which the clash with Bart, the drawing of the desks and the joke with the cheese were related.

marked by exceptional merit

From this reading MARKHAM'S RUSE As Fred uttered the manly words, his mother raised her tear-stained face, the light of hope shining in her eyes, threw her arms about him and, her head resting on his shoulder, murmured, between her sobs:

lift onto one's shoulders

From this reading MARKHAM'S RUSE As Fred uttered the manly words, his mother raised her tear-stained face, the light of hope shining in her eyes, threw her arms about him and, her head resting on his shoulder, murmured, between her sobs:

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading "I will find the proof, if there is any," asserted Fred confidently, "so cheer up, Momsy."

plural of “sob” — a dyspneic condition

From this reading MARKHAM'S RUSE As Fred uttered the manly words, his mother raised her tear-stained face, the light of hope shining in her eyes, threw her arms about him and, her head resting on his shoulder, murmured, between her sobs:

past form of “talk” — exchange thoughts; talk with

From this reading This sharing of his parents' burden seemed to Fred to draw him nearer to them, and in this closer understanding he and his mother talked matters over, during the course of which the clash with Bart, the drawing of the desks and the joke with the cheese were related.

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

From this reading MARKHAM'S RUSE As Fred uttered the manly words, his mother raised her tear-stained face, the light of hope shining in her eyes, threw her arms about him and, her head resting on his shoulder, murmured, between her sobs:

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

From this reading MARKHAM'S RUSE As Fred uttered the manly words, his mother raised her tear-stained face, the light of hope shining in her eyes, threw her arms about him and, her head resting on his shoulder, murmured, between her sobs:

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading This sharing of his parents' burden seemed to Fred to draw him nearer to them, and in this closer understanding he and his mother talked matters over, during the course of which the clash with Bart, the drawing of the desks and the joke with the cheese were related.

in or at that place or location

From this reading "I will find the proof, if there is any," asserted Fred confidently, "so cheer up, Momsy."

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

From this reading This sharing of his parents' burden seemed to Fred to draw him nearer to them, and in this closer understanding he and his mother talked matters over, during the course of which the clash with Bart, the drawing of the desks and the joke with the cheese were related.

inflected form of “throw” — propel through the air

From this reading MARKHAM'S RUSE As Fred uttered the manly words, his mother raised her tear-stained face, the light of hope shining in her eyes, threw her arms about him and, her head resting on his shoulder, murmured, between her sobs:

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

From this reading This sharing of his parents' burden seemed to Fred to draw him nearer to them, and in this closer understanding he and his mother talked matters over, during the course of which the clash with Bart, the drawing of the desks and the joke with the cheese were related.

the cognitive condition of someone who understands

From this reading This sharing of his parents' burden seemed to Fred to draw him nearer to them, and in this closer understanding he and his mother talked matters over, during the course of which the clash with Bart, the drawing of the desks and the joke with the cheese were related.

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

From this reading "I will find the proof, if there is any," asserted Fred confidently, "so cheer up, Momsy."

communicated in words

From this reading MARKHAM'S RUSE As Fred uttered the manly words, his mother raised her tear-stained face, the light of hope shining in her eyes, threw her arms about him and, her head resting on his shoulder, murmured, between her sobs:

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

From this reading This sharing of his parents' burden seemed to Fred to draw him nearer to them, and in this closer understanding he and his mother talked matters over, during the course of which the clash with Bart, the drawing of the desks and the joke with the cheese were related.

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

From this reading This sharing of his parents' burden seemed to Fred to draw him nearer to them, and in this closer understanding he and his mother talked matters over, during the course of which the clash with Bart, the drawing of the desks and the joke with the cheese were related.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading "I will find the proof, if there is any," asserted Fred confidently, "so cheer up, Momsy."

in the company of; together with

From this reading This sharing of his parents' burden seemed to Fred to draw him nearer to them, and in this closer understanding he and his mother talked matters over, during the course of which the clash with Bart, the drawing of the desks and the joke with the cheese were related.

the words that are spoken

From this reading MARKHAM'S RUSE As Fred uttered the manly words, his mother raised her tear-stained face, the light of hope shining in her eyes, threw her arms about him and, her head resting on his shoulder, murmured, between her sobs:

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading "Oh, if you only could, my boy!"