used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Alderman Spofford proposed that "a paper--a smooth kind of paper such as Lawyer Rattlinger could write should be gotten up and sent to Mr. Schwarmer asking him to desist from distributing fireworks among the boys of the town.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading The matter of responsibility for the increase or rather surplus of Independence Day accidents in the town of Killsbury, being settled the question was, what should be done about it?
accidentsnounUS /ˈæksədənts/
plural of “accident” — an unfortunate mishap; especially one causing damage or injury
From this reading The matter of responsibility for the increase or rather surplus of Independence Day accidents in the town of Killsbury, being settled the question was, what should be done about it?
AldermannounUS /ˈɔːldərmən/
a member of a municipal legislative body (as a city council)
From this reading Alderman Spofford proposed that "a paper--a smooth kind of paper such as Lawyer Rattlinger could write should be gotten up and sent to Mr. Schwarmer asking him to desist from distributing fireworks among the boys of the town.
amongprepositionUS /əˈmʌŋ/
surrounded by; in the middle of a group
From this reading Alderman Spofford proposed that "a paper--a smooth kind of paper such as Lawyer Rattlinger could write should be gotten up and sent to Mr. Schwarmer asking him to desist from distributing fireworks among the boys of the town.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Alderman Spofford proposed that "a paper--a smooth kind of paper such as Lawyer Rattlinger could write should be gotten up and sent to Mr. Schwarmer asking him to desist from distributing fireworks among the boys of the town.
take a court case to a higher court for review
From this reading APPEAL INSTEAD OF PROHIBITION.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading "As I understand it," replied Rattlinger, "the main object of this meeting is to save our town from this year's slaughter--a slaughter that will surely take place if free fireworks are distributed here as usual.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Alderman Spofford proposed that "a paper--a smooth kind of paper such as Lawyer Rattlinger could write should be gotten up and sent to Mr. Schwarmer asking him to desist from distributing fireworks among the boys of the town.
the verbal act of requesting
From this reading Alderman Spofford proposed that "a paper--a smooth kind of paper such as Lawyer Rattlinger could write should be gotten up and sent to Mr. Schwarmer asking him to desist from distributing fireworks among the boys of the town.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading The matter of responsibility for the increase or rather surplus of Independence Day accidents in the town of Killsbury, being settled the question was, what should be done about it?
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading The matter of responsibility for the increase or rather surplus of Independence Day accidents in the town of Killsbury, being settled the question was, what should be done about it?
plural of “boy” — a youthful male person
From this reading Alderman Spofford proposed that "a paper--a smooth kind of paper such as Lawyer Rattlinger could write should be gotten up and sent to Mr. Schwarmer asking him to desist from distributing fireworks among the boys of the town.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading Alderman Spofford proposed that "a paper--a smooth kind of paper such as Lawyer Rattlinger could write should be gotten up and sent to Mr. Schwarmer asking him to desist from distributing fireworks among the boys of the town.
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading The matter of responsibility for the increase or rather surplus of Independence Day accidents in the town of Killsbury, being settled the question was, what should be done about it?
desistverbUS /dɪˈsɪst/
choose not to consume
From this reading Alderman Spofford proposed that "a paper--a smooth kind of paper such as Lawyer Rattlinger could write should be gotten up and sent to Mr. Schwarmer asking him to desist from distributing fireworks among the boys of the town.
distributedadjectiveUS /dɪˈstrɪbjətəd/
spread out or scattered about or divided up
From this reading "As I understand it," replied Rattlinger, "the main object of this meeting is to save our town from this year's slaughter--a slaughter that will surely take place if free fireworks are distributed here as usual.
distributingverbUS /dɪˈstrɪbjuːtɪŋ/
-ing form of “distribute” — administer or bestow, as in small portions
From this reading Alderman Spofford proposed that "a paper--a smooth kind of paper such as Lawyer Rattlinger could write should be gotten up and sent to Mr. Schwarmer asking him to desist from distributing fireworks among the boys of the town.
having finished or arrived at completion
From this reading The matter of responsibility for the increase or rather surplus of Independence Day accidents in the town of Killsbury, being settled the question was, what should be done about it?
fireworksnounUS /ˈfaɪrwɜːrks/
plural of “firework” — (usually plural) a device with an explosive that burns at a low rate and with colored flames; can be used to illuminate areas or send signals etc.
From this reading Alderman Spofford proposed that "a paper--a smooth kind of paper such as Lawyer Rattlinger could write should be gotten up and sent to Mr. Schwarmer asking him to desist from distributing fireworks among the boys of the town.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading The matter of responsibility for the increase or rather surplus of Independence Day accidents in the town of Killsbury, being settled the question was, what should be done about it?
grant freedom to; free from confinement
From this reading "As I understand it," replied Rattlinger, "the main object of this meeting is to save our town from this year's slaughter--a slaughter that will surely take place if free fireworks are distributed here as usual.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading Alderman Spofford proposed that "a paper--a smooth kind of paper such as Lawyer Rattlinger could write should be gotten up and sent to Mr. Schwarmer asking him to desist from distributing fireworks among the boys of the town.
gottenverbUS /ˈɡɑːtən/
inflected form of “get” — come into the possession of something concrete or abstract
From this reading Alderman Spofford proposed that "a paper--a smooth kind of paper such as Lawyer Rattlinger could write should be gotten up and sent to Mr. Schwarmer asking him to desist from distributing fireworks among the boys of the town.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He said he would like to hear Rattlinger's views on the subject."
perceive (sound) via the auditory sense
From this reading He said he would like to hear Rattlinger's views on the subject."
in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is
From this reading "As I understand it," replied Rattlinger, "the main object of this meeting is to save our town from this year's slaughter--a slaughter that will surely take place if free fireworks are distributed here as usual.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Alderman Spofford proposed that "a paper--a smooth kind of paper such as Lawyer Rattlinger could write should be gotten up and sent to Mr. Schwarmer asking him to desist from distributing fireworks among the boys of the town.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading "As I understand it," replied Rattlinger, "the main object of this meeting is to save our town from this year's slaughter--a slaughter that will surely take place if free fireworks are distributed here as usual.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading "As I understand it," replied Rattlinger, "the main object of this meeting is to save our town from this year's slaughter--a slaughter that will surely take place if free fireworks are distributed here as usual.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading The matter of responsibility for the increase or rather surplus of Independence Day accidents in the town of Killsbury, being settled the question was, what should be done about it?
increasenounUS /ˌɪnˈkriːs/
a quantity that is added
From this reading The matter of responsibility for the increase or rather surplus of Independence Day accidents in the town of Killsbury, being settled the question was, what should be done about it?
IndependencenounUS /ˌɪndɪˈpendəns/
freedom from control or influence of another or others
From this reading The matter of responsibility for the increase or rather surplus of Independence Day accidents in the town of Killsbury, being settled the question was, what should be done about it?
in place of, or as an alternative to
From this reading APPEAL INSTEAD OF PROHIBITION.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading "As I understand it," replied Rattlinger, "the main object of this meeting is to save our town from this year's slaughter--a slaughter that will surely take place if free fireworks are distributed here as usual.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading The matter of responsibility for the increase or rather surplus of Independence Day accidents in the town of Killsbury, being settled the question was, what should be done about it?
Killsbury
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From this reading The matter of responsibility for the increase or rather surplus of Independence Day accidents in the town of Killsbury, being settled the question was, what should be done about it?
having or showing a tender and considerate and helpful nature; used especially of persons and their behavior
From this reading Alderman Spofford proposed that "a paper--a smooth kind of paper such as Lawyer Rattlinger could write should be gotten up and sent to Mr. Schwarmer asking him to desist from distributing fireworks among the boys of the town.
a professional person authorized to practice law; conducts lawsuits or gives legal advice
From this reading Alderman Spofford proposed that "a paper--a smooth kind of paper such as Lawyer Rattlinger could write should be gotten up and sent to Mr. Schwarmer asking him to desist from distributing fireworks among the boys of the town.
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading He said he would like to hear Rattlinger's views on the subject."
most important element
From this reading "As I understand it," replied Rattlinger, "the main object of this meeting is to save our town from this year's slaughter--a slaughter that will surely take place if free fireworks are distributed here as usual.
a vaguely specified concern
From this reading The matter of responsibility for the increase or rather surplus of Independence Day accidents in the town of Killsbury, being settled the question was, what should be done about it?
a formally arranged gathering
From this reading "As I understand it," replied Rattlinger, "the main object of this meeting is to save our town from this year's slaughter--a slaughter that will surely take place if free fireworks are distributed here as usual.
a form of address for a man
From this reading Alderman Spofford proposed that "a paper--a smooth kind of paper such as Lawyer Rattlinger could write should be gotten up and sent to Mr. Schwarmer asking him to desist from distributing fireworks among the boys of the town.
a tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow
From this reading "As I understand it," replied Rattlinger, "the main object of this meeting is to save our town from this year's slaughter--a slaughter that will surely take place if free fireworks are distributed here as usual.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading APPEAL INSTEAD OF PROHIBITION.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading He said he would like to hear Rattlinger's views on the subject."
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading The matter of responsibility for the increase or rather surplus of Independence Day accidents in the town of Killsbury, being settled the question was, what should be done about it?
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading "As I understand it," replied Rattlinger, "the main object of this meeting is to save our town from this year's slaughter--a slaughter that will surely take place if free fireworks are distributed here as usual.
a material made of cellulose pulp derived mainly from wood or rags or certain grasses
From this reading Alderman Spofford proposed that "a paper--a smooth kind of paper such as Lawyer Rattlinger could write should be gotten up and sent to Mr. Schwarmer asking him to desist from distributing fireworks among the boys of the town.
a point located with respect to surface features of some region
From this reading "As I understand it," replied Rattlinger, "the main object of this meeting is to save our town from this year's slaughter--a slaughter that will surely take place if free fireworks are distributed here as usual.
PROHIBITIONnounUS /ˌproʊəˈbɪʃən/
a law forbidding the sale of alcoholic beverages
From this reading APPEAL INSTEAD OF PROHIBITION.
past form of “propose” — make a proposal, declare a plan for something
From this reading Alderman Spofford proposed that "a paper--a smooth kind of paper such as Lawyer Rattlinger could write should be gotten up and sent to Mr. Schwarmer asking him to desist from distributing fireworks among the boys of the town.
challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of
From this reading The matter of responsibility for the increase or rather surplus of Independence Day accidents in the town of Killsbury, being settled the question was, what should be done about it?
on the contrary
From this reading The matter of responsibility for the increase or rather surplus of Independence Day accidents in the town of Killsbury, being settled the question was, what should be done about it?
Rattlinger
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From this reading Alderman Spofford proposed that "a paper--a smooth kind of paper such as Lawyer Rattlinger could write should be gotten up and sent to Mr. Schwarmer asking him to desist from distributing fireworks among the boys of the town.
Rattlinger's
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From this reading He said he would like to hear Rattlinger's views on the subject."
inflected form of “reply” — react verbally
From this reading "As I understand it," replied Rattlinger, "the main object of this meeting is to save our town from this year's slaughter--a slaughter that will surely take place if free fireworks are distributed here as usual.
responsibilitynounUS /riˌspɑːnsəˈbɪləti/
the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force
From this reading The matter of responsibility for the increase or rather surplus of Independence Day accidents in the town of Killsbury, being settled the question was, what should be done about it?
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading He said he would like to hear Rattlinger's views on the subject."
except for; apart from
From this reading "As I understand it," replied Rattlinger, "the main object of this meeting is to save our town from this year's slaughter--a slaughter that will surely take place if free fireworks are distributed here as usual.
Schwarmer
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From this reading Alderman Spofford proposed that "a paper--a smooth kind of paper such as Lawyer Rattlinger could write should be gotten up and sent to Mr. Schwarmer asking him to desist from distributing fireworks among the boys of the town.
100 senti equal 1 kroon in Estonia
From this reading Alderman Spofford proposed that "a paper--a smooth kind of paper such as Lawyer Rattlinger could write should be gotten up and sent to Mr. Schwarmer asking him to desist from distributing fireworks among the boys of the town.
established or decided beyond dispute or doubt
From this reading The matter of responsibility for the increase or rather surplus of Independence Day accidents in the town of Killsbury, being settled the question was, what should be done about it?
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading The matter of responsibility for the increase or rather surplus of Independence Day accidents in the town of Killsbury, being settled the question was, what should be done about it?
slaughternounUS /ˈslɔːtər/
the killing of animals (as for food)
From this reading "As I understand it," replied Rattlinger, "the main object of this meeting is to save our town from this year's slaughter--a slaughter that will surely take place if free fireworks are distributed here as usual.
having a surface free from roughness or bumps or ridges or irregularities
From this reading Alderman Spofford proposed that "a paper--a smooth kind of paper such as Lawyer Rattlinger could write should be gotten up and sent to Mr. Schwarmer asking him to desist from distributing fireworks among the boys of the town.
Spofford
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From this reading Alderman Spofford proposed that "a paper--a smooth kind of paper such as Lawyer Rattlinger could write should be gotten up and sent to Mr. Schwarmer asking him to desist from distributing fireworks among the boys of the town.
the subject matter of a conversation or discussion
From this reading He said he would like to hear Rattlinger's views on the subject."
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading Alderman Spofford proposed that "a paper--a smooth kind of paper such as Lawyer Rattlinger could write should be gotten up and sent to Mr. Schwarmer asking him to desist from distributing fireworks among the boys of the town.
definitely or positively (“sure” is sometimes used informally for “surely”)
From this reading "As I understand it," replied Rattlinger, "the main object of this meeting is to save our town from this year's slaughter--a slaughter that will surely take place if free fireworks are distributed here as usual.
surplusnounUS /ˈsɜːrpləs/
a quantity much larger than is needed
From this reading The matter of responsibility for the increase or rather surplus of Independence Day accidents in the town of Killsbury, being settled the question was, what should be done about it?
carry out
From this reading "As I understand it," replied Rattlinger, "the main object of this meeting is to save our town from this year's slaughter--a slaughter that will surely take place if free fireworks are distributed here as usual.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Alderman Spofford proposed that "a paper--a smooth kind of paper such as Lawyer Rattlinger could write should be gotten up and sent to Mr. Schwarmer asking him to desist from distributing fireworks among the boys of the town.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading The matter of responsibility for the increase or rather surplus of Independence Day accidents in the town of Killsbury, being settled the question was, what should be done about it?
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading "As I understand it," replied Rattlinger, "the main object of this meeting is to save our town from this year's slaughter--a slaughter that will surely take place if free fireworks are distributed here as usual.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Alderman Spofford proposed that "a paper--a smooth kind of paper such as Lawyer Rattlinger could write should be gotten up and sent to Mr. Schwarmer asking him to desist from distributing fireworks among the boys of the town.
an urban area with a fixed boundary that is smaller than a city
From this reading The matter of responsibility for the increase or rather surplus of Independence Day accidents in the town of Killsbury, being settled the question was, what should be done about it?
know and comprehend the nature or meaning of
From this reading "As I understand it," replied Rattlinger, "the main object of this meeting is to save our town from this year's slaughter--a slaughter that will surely take place if free fireworks are distributed here as usual.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading Alderman Spofford proposed that "a paper--a smooth kind of paper such as Lawyer Rattlinger could write should be gotten up and sent to Mr. Schwarmer asking him to desist from distributing fireworks among the boys of the town.
usualadjectiveUS /ˈjuːʒəwəl/
occurring or encountered or experienced or observed frequently or in accordance with regular practice or procedure
From this reading "As I understand it," replied Rattlinger, "the main object of this meeting is to save our town from this year's slaughter--a slaughter that will surely take place if free fireworks are distributed here as usual.
plural of “view” — a way of regarding situations or topics etc.
From this reading He said he would like to hear Rattlinger's views on the subject."
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The matter of responsibility for the increase or rather surplus of Independence Day accidents in the town of Killsbury, being settled the question was, what should be done about it?
used to ask for information about something
From this reading The matter of responsibility for the increase or rather surplus of Independence Day accidents in the town of Killsbury, being settled the question was, what should be done about it?
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading "As I understand it," replied Rattlinger, "the main object of this meeting is to save our town from this year's slaughter--a slaughter that will surely take place if free fireworks are distributed here as usual.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading He said he would like to hear Rattlinger's views on the subject."
produce a literary work
From this reading Alderman Spofford proposed that "a paper--a smooth kind of paper such as Lawyer Rattlinger could write should be gotten up and sent to Mr. Schwarmer asking him to desist from distributing fireworks among the boys of the town.
year'snounUS /jɪrz/
possessive form of “year” — a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days
From this reading "As I understand it," replied Rattlinger, "the main object of this meeting is to save our town from this year's slaughter--a slaughter that will surely take place if free fireworks are distributed here as usual.
