used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading _His Face Was Her Guide._ "This is a rich man's war and a poor man's fight."
touching and pressing; in opposition to
From this reading Thus the stars in their courses fought for the "poor whites" in fighting bitterly against them.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading For, with the downfall of the system of enforced labor, the work of the world became an open market, and the dignity of labor being restored, the "poor whites" had both a better opportunity and a more congenial atmosphere to begin their rise.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading _His Face Was Her Guide._ "This is a rich man's war and a poor man's fight."
a permanent organization of the military land forces of a nation or state
From this reading Such is said to have been the character of the sentiment that was widespread in the ranks of the Confederate army during the late Civil War.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Be that as it may, it is very evident that the highest interest of the "poor whites" who bore the brunt of the fighting was to be conserved by the collapse rather than the triumph of the cause for which they fought with unsurpassed gallantry.
a particular environment or surrounding influence
From this reading For, with the downfall of the system of enforced labor, the work of the world became an open market, and the dignity of labor being restored, the "poor whites" had both a better opportunity and a more congenial atmosphere to begin their rise.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Be that as it may, it is very evident that the highest interest of the "poor whites" who bore the brunt of the fighting was to be conserved by the collapse rather than the triumph of the cause for which they fought with unsurpassed gallantry.
inflected form of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition
From this reading For, with the downfall of the system of enforced labor, the work of the world became an open market, and the dignity of labor being restored, the "poor whites" had both a better opportunity and a more congenial atmosphere to begin their rise.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading Such is said to have been the character of the sentiment that was widespread in the ranks of the Confederate army during the late Civil War.
take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading For, with the downfall of the system of enforced labor, the work of the world became an open market, and the dignity of labor being restored, the "poor whites" had both a better opportunity and a more congenial atmosphere to begin their rise.
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading For, with the downfall of the system of enforced labor, the work of the world became an open market, and the dignity of labor being restored, the "poor whites" had both a better opportunity and a more congenial atmosphere to begin their rise.
(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 For, with the downfall of the system of enforced labor, the work of the world became an open market, and the dignity of labor being restored, the "poor whites" had both a better opportunity and a more congenial atmosphere to begin their rise.
with bitterness; in a resentful manner
From this reading Thus the stars in their courses fought for the "poor whites" in fighting bitterly against them.
cause to be bored
From this reading Be that as it may, it is very evident that the highest interest of the "poor whites" who bore the brunt of the fighting was to be conserved by the collapse rather than the triumph of the cause for which they fought with unsurpassed gallantry.
the two together, not just one
From this reading For, with the downfall of the system of enforced labor, the work of the world became an open market, and the dignity of labor being restored, the "poor whites" had both a better opportunity and a more congenial atmosphere to begin their rise.
bruntnounUS /brʌnt/
main force of a blow etc
From this reading Be that as it may, it is very evident that the highest interest of the "poor whites" who bore the brunt of the fighting was to be conserved by the collapse rather than the triumph of the cause for which they fought with unsurpassed gallantry.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Be that as it may, it is very evident that the highest interest of the "poor whites" who bore the brunt of the fighting was to be conserved by the collapse rather than the triumph of the cause for which they fought with unsurpassed gallantry.
events that provide the generative force that is the origin of something
From this reading Be that as it may, it is very evident that the highest interest of the "poor whites" who bore the brunt of the fighting was to be conserved by the collapse rather than the triumph of the cause for which they fought with unsurpassed gallantry.
an imaginary person represented in a work of fiction (play or film or story)
From this reading Such is said to have been the character of the sentiment that was widespread in the ranks of the Confederate army during the late Civil War.
CiviladjectiveUS /ˈsɪvəl/
applying to ordinary citizens as contrasted with the military
From this reading Such is said to have been the character of the sentiment that was widespread in the ranks of the Confederate army during the late Civil War.
collapsenounUS /kəˈlæps/
an abrupt failure of function or complete physical exhaustion
From this reading Be that as it may, it is very evident that the highest interest of the "poor whites" who bore the brunt of the fighting was to be conserved by the collapse rather than the triumph of the cause for which they fought with unsurpassed gallantry.
ConfederatenounUS /kənˈfedərət/
a supporter of the Confederate States of America
From this reading Such is said to have been the character of the sentiment that was widespread in the ranks of the Confederate army during the late Civil War.
congenialadjectiveUS /kənˈdʒiːnjəl/
suitable to your needs
From this reading For, with the downfall of the system of enforced labor, the work of the world became an open market, and the dignity of labor being restored, the "poor whites" had both a better opportunity and a more congenial atmosphere to begin their rise.
conservedadjectiveUS /kənˈsɜːrvd/
protected from harm or loss
From this reading Be that as it may, it is very evident that the highest interest of the "poor whites" who bore the brunt of the fighting was to be conserved by the collapse rather than the triumph of the cause for which they fought with unsurpassed gallantry.
coursesnounUS /ˈkɔːrsəz/
plural of “course” — education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings
From this reading Thus the stars in their courses fought for the "poor whites" in fighting bitterly against them.
the quality of being worthy of esteem or respect
From this reading For, with the downfall of the system of enforced labor, the work of the world became an open market, and the dignity of labor being restored, the "poor whites" had both a better opportunity and a more congenial atmosphere to begin their rise.
downfallnounUS /ˈdaʊnfɔːl/
failure that results in a loss of position or reputation
From this reading For, with the downfall of the system of enforced labor, the work of the world became an open market, and the dignity of labor being restored, the "poor whites" had both a better opportunity and a more congenial atmosphere to begin their rise.
all through a period, or at some point within it
From this reading Such is said to have been the character of the sentiment that was widespread in the ranks of the Confederate army during the late Civil War.
enforcedadjectiveUS /enˈfɔːrst/
forced or compelled or put in force
From this reading For, with the downfall of the system of enforced labor, the work of the world became an open market, and the dignity of labor being restored, the "poor whites" had both a better opportunity and a more congenial atmosphere to begin their rise.
clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment
From this reading Be that as it may, it is very evident that the highest interest of the "poor whites" who bore the brunt of the fighting was to be conserved by the collapse rather than the triumph of the cause for which they fought with unsurpassed gallantry.
the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear
From this reading _His Face Was Her Guide._ "This is a rich man's war and a poor man's fight."
be engaged in a fight; carry on a fight
From this reading _His Face Was Her Guide._ "This is a rich man's war and a poor man's fight."
the act of fighting; any contest or struggle
From this reading Be that as it may, it is very evident that the highest interest of the "poor whites" who bore the brunt of the fighting was to be conserved by the collapse rather than the triumph of the cause for which they fought with unsurpassed gallantry.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Be that as it may, it is very evident that the highest interest of the "poor whites" who bore the brunt of the fighting was to be conserved by the collapse rather than the triumph of the cause for which they fought with unsurpassed gallantry.
inflected form of “fight” — be engaged in a fight; carry on a fight
From this reading Be that as it may, it is very evident that the highest interest of the "poor whites" who bore the brunt of the fighting was to be conserved by the collapse rather than the triumph of the cause for which they fought with unsurpassed gallantry.
gallantrynounUS /ˈɡæləntri/
the qualities of a hero or heroine; exceptional or heroic courage when facing danger (especially in battle)
From this reading Be that as it may, it is very evident that the highest interest of the "poor whites" who bore the brunt of the fighting was to be conserved by the collapse rather than the triumph of the cause for which they fought with unsurpassed gallantry.
someone employed to conduct others
From this reading _His Face Was Her Guide._ "This is a rich man's war and a poor man's fight."
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading For, with the downfall of the system of enforced labor, the work of the world became an open market, and the dignity of labor being restored, the "poor whites" had both a better opportunity and a more congenial atmosphere to begin their rise.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading Such is said to have been the character of the sentiment that was widespread in the ranks of the Confederate army during the late Civil War.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading _His Face Was Her Guide._ "This is a rich man's war and a poor man's fight."
superlative of “high” — greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount
From this reading Be that as it may, it is very evident that the highest interest of the "poor whites" who bore the brunt of the fighting was to be conserved by the collapse rather than the triumph of the cause for which they fought with unsurpassed gallantry.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading _His Face Was Her Guide._ "This is a rich man's war and a poor man's fight."
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Such is said to have been the character of the sentiment that was widespread in the ranks of the Confederate army during the late Civil War.
a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something
From this reading Be that as it may, it is very evident that the highest interest of the "poor whites" who bore the brunt of the fighting was to be conserved by the collapse rather than the triumph of the cause for which they fought with unsurpassed gallantry.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading _His Face Was Her Guide._ "This is a rich man's war and a poor man's fight."
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Be that as it may, it is very evident that the highest interest of the "poor whites" who bore the brunt of the fighting was to be conserved by the collapse rather than the triumph of the cause for which they fought with unsurpassed gallantry.
a social class comprising those who do manual labor or work for wages
From this reading For, with the downfall of the system of enforced labor, the work of the world became an open market, and the dignity of labor being restored, the "poor whites" had both a better opportunity and a more congenial atmosphere to begin their rise.
being or occurring at an advanced period of time or after a usual or expected time
From this reading Such is said to have been the character of the sentiment that was widespread in the ranks of the Confederate army during the late Civil War.
man'snounUS /mænz/
possessive form of “man” — an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading _His Face Was Her Guide._ "This is a rich man's war and a poor man's fight."
the world of commercial activity where goods and services are bought and sold
From this reading For, with the downfall of the system of enforced labor, the work of the world became an open market, and the dignity of labor being restored, the "poor whites" had both a better opportunity and a more congenial atmosphere to begin their rise.
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading Be that as it may, it is very evident that the highest interest of the "poor whites" who bore the brunt of the fighting was to be conserved by the collapse rather than the triumph of the cause for which they fought with unsurpassed gallantry.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading For, with the downfall of the system of enforced labor, the work of the world became an open market, and the dignity of labor being restored, the "poor whites" had both a better opportunity and a more congenial atmosphere to begin their rise.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Such is said to have been the character of the sentiment that was widespread in the ranks of the Confederate army during the late Civil War.
To move from a closed position.
From this reading For, with the downfall of the system of enforced labor, the work of the world became an open market, and the dignity of labor being restored, the "poor whites" had both a better opportunity and a more congenial atmosphere to begin their rise.
a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances
From this reading For, with the downfall of the system of enforced labor, the work of the world became an open market, and the dignity of labor being restored, the "poor whites" had both a better opportunity and a more congenial atmosphere to begin their rise.
deserving or inciting pity
From this reading _His Face Was Her Guide._ "This is a rich man's war and a poor man's fight."
ranksnounUS /ræŋks/
plural of “rank” — a row or line of people (especially soldiers or police) standing abreast of one another
From this reading Such is said to have been the character of the sentiment that was widespread in the ranks of the Confederate army during the late Civil War.
on the contrary
From this reading Be that as it may, it is very evident that the highest interest of the "poor whites" who bore the brunt of the fighting was to be conserved by the collapse rather than the triumph of the cause for which they fought with unsurpassed gallantry.
restoredverbUS /rɪˈstɔːrd/
past form of “restore” — return to its original or usable and functioning condition
From this reading For, with the downfall of the system of enforced labor, the work of the world became an open market, and the dignity of labor being restored, the "poor whites" had both a better opportunity and a more congenial atmosphere to begin their rise.
possessing material wealth
From this reading _His Face Was Her Guide._ "This is a rich man's war and a poor man's fight."
move upward
From this reading For, with the downfall of the system of enforced labor, the work of the world became an open market, and the dignity of labor being restored, the "poor whites" had both a better opportunity and a more congenial atmosphere to begin their rise.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading Such is said to have been the character of the sentiment that was widespread in the ranks of the Confederate army during the late Civil War.
tender, romantic, or nostalgic feeling or emotion
From this reading Such is said to have been the character of the sentiment that was widespread in the ranks of the Confederate army during the late Civil War.
plural of “star” — (astronomy) a celestial body of hot gases that radiates energy derived from thermonuclear reactions in the interior
From this reading Thus the stars in their courses fought for the "poor whites" in fighting bitterly against them.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading Such is said to have been the character of the sentiment that was widespread in the ranks of the Confederate army during the late Civil War.
instrumentality that combines interrelated interacting artifacts designed to work as a coherent entity
From this reading For, with the downfall of the system of enforced labor, the work of the world became an open market, and the dignity of labor being restored, the "poor whites" had both a better opportunity and a more congenial atmosphere to begin their rise.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading Be that as it may, it is very evident that the highest interest of the "poor whites" who bore the brunt of the fighting was to be conserved by the collapse rather than the triumph of the cause for which they fought with unsurpassed gallantry.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Such is said to have been the character of the sentiment that was widespread in the ranks of the Confederate army during the late Civil War.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Such is said to have been the character of the sentiment that was widespread in the ranks of the Confederate army during the late Civil War.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading For, with the downfall of the system of enforced labor, the work of the world became an open market, and the dignity of labor being restored, the "poor whites" had both a better opportunity and a more congenial atmosphere to begin their rise.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading Thus the stars in their courses fought for the "poor whites" in fighting bitterly against them.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Be that as it may, it is very evident that the highest interest of the "poor whites" who bore the brunt of the fighting was to be conserved by the collapse rather than the triumph of the cause for which they fought with unsurpassed gallantry.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading _His Face Was Her Guide._ "This is a rich man's war and a poor man's fight."
(used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result
From this reading Thus the stars in their courses fought for the "poor whites" in fighting bitterly against them.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Such is said to have been the character of the sentiment that was widespread in the ranks of the Confederate army during the late Civil War.
a successful ending of a struggle or contest
From this reading Be that as it may, it is very evident that the highest interest of the "poor whites" who bore the brunt of the fighting was to be conserved by the collapse rather than the triumph of the cause for which they fought with unsurpassed gallantry.
unsurpassedadjectiveUS /ˌʌnsərˈpæst/
not capable of being improved on
From this reading Be that as it may, it is very evident that the highest interest of the "poor whites" who bore the brunt of the fighting was to be conserved by the collapse rather than the triumph of the cause for which they fought with unsurpassed gallantry.
precisely as stated
From this reading Be that as it may, it is very evident that the highest interest of the "poor whites" who bore the brunt of the fighting was to be conserved by the collapse rather than the triumph of the cause for which they fought with unsurpassed gallantry.
the waging of armed conflict against an enemy
From this reading _His Face Was Her Guide._ "This is a rich man's war and a poor man's fight."
Wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading _His Face Was Her Guide._ "This is a rich man's war and a poor man's fight."
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading Be that as it may, it is very evident that the highest interest of the "poor whites" who bore the brunt of the fighting was to be conserved by the collapse rather than the triumph of the cause for which they fought with unsurpassed gallantry.
whitesnounUS /waɪts/
plural of “white” — a Caucasian
From this reading Be that as it may, it is very evident that the highest interest of the "poor whites" who bore the brunt of the fighting was to be conserved by the collapse rather than the triumph of the cause for which they fought with unsurpassed gallantry.
which person or people
From this reading Be that as it may, it is very evident that the highest interest of the "poor whites" who bore the brunt of the fighting was to be conserved by the collapse rather than the triumph of the cause for which they fought with unsurpassed gallantry.
widespreadadjectiveUS /ˈwaɪdˈspred/
widely circulated or diffused
From this reading Such is said to have been the character of the sentiment that was widespread in the ranks of the Confederate army during the late Civil War.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Be that as it may, it is very evident that the highest interest of the "poor whites" who bore the brunt of the fighting was to be conserved by the collapse rather than the triumph of the cause for which they fought with unsurpassed gallantry.
exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity
From this reading For, with the downfall of the system of enforced labor, the work of the world became an open market, and the dignity of labor being restored, the "poor whites" had both a better opportunity and a more congenial atmosphere to begin their rise.
everything that exists anywhere
From this reading For, with the downfall of the system of enforced labor, the work of the world became an open market, and the dignity of labor being restored, the "poor whites" had both a better opportunity and a more congenial atmosphere to begin their rise.
