Chapter IX

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

From this reading It was a dull November day, cloudy and damp, and while they were settling themselves to work, the rain began to patter against the window-panes.

a vaguely specified concern

From this reading ONE RAINY AFTERNOON THAT same Saturday afternoon following the Hallowe'en frolic, while Maggie rehearsed the whole affair once more in the cabin, the Shadow Club discussed it at the seminary.

later than; following

From this reading They had met early, for Lloyd and Betty had asked permission to make candy in their room, and in order to finish the amount of work they had planned to do at each meeting, it was necessary for them to begin immediately after dinner.

the part of the day between noon and evening

From this reading ONE RAINY AFTERNOON THAT same Saturday afternoon following the Hallowe'en frolic, while Maggie rehearsed the whole affair once more in the cabin, the Shadow Club discussed it at the seminary.

touching and pressing; in opposition to

From this reading It was a dull November day, cloudy and damp, and while they were settling themselves to work, the rain began to patter against the window-panes.

a quantity of money

From this reading They had met early, for Lloyd and Betty had asked permission to make candy in their room, and in order to finish the amount of work they had planned to do at each meeting, it was necessary for them to begin immediately after dinner.

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

From this reading They had met early, for Lloyd and Betty had asked permission to make candy in their room, and in order to finish the amount of work they had planned to do at each meeting, it was necessary for them to begin immediately after dinner.

past form of “answer” — react verbally

From this reading "We are shut in," answered Lloyd.

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

From this reading "We are shut in," answered Lloyd.

surrounding, or on every side of, something

From this reading "How cosy and shut-in it makes you feel!" exclaimed Katie, looking around on the bright, comfortable room.

past form of “ask” — make a request or demand for something to somebody

From this reading They had met early, for Lloyd and Betty had asked permission to make candy in their room, and in order to finish the amount of work they had planned to do at each meeting, it was necessary for them to begin immediately after dinner.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading ONE RAINY AFTERNOON THAT same Saturday afternoon following the Hallowe'en frolic, while Maggie rehearsed the whole affair once more in the cabin, the Shadow Club discussed it at the seminary.

inflected form of “begin” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading It was a dull November day, cloudy and damp, and while they were settling themselves to work, the rain began to patter against the window-panes.

take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading They had met early, for Lloyd and Betty had asked permission to make candy in their room, and in order to finish the amount of work they had planned to do at each meeting, it was necessary for them to begin immediately after dinner.

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From this reading They had met early, for Lloyd and Betty had asked permission to make candy in their room, and in order to finish the amount of work they had planned to do at each meeting, it was necessary for them to begin immediately after dinner.

emitting or reflecting light readily or in large amounts

From this reading "How cosy and shut-in it makes you feel!" exclaimed Katie, looking around on the bright, comfortable room.

small room on a ship or boat where people sleep

From this reading ONE RAINY AFTERNOON THAT same Saturday afternoon following the Hallowe'en frolic, while Maggie rehearsed the whole affair once more in the cabin, the Shadow Club discussed it at the seminary.

a rich sweet made of flavored sugar and often combined with fruit or nuts

From this reading They had met early, for Lloyd and Betty had asked permission to make candy in their room, and in order to finish the amount of work they had planned to do at each meeting, it was necessary for them to begin immediately after dinner.

lacking definite form or limits

From this reading It was a dull November day, cloudy and damp, and while they were settling themselves to work, the rain began to patter against the window-panes.

a team of professional baseball players who play and travel together

From this reading ONE RAINY AFTERNOON THAT same Saturday afternoon following the Hallowe'en frolic, while Maggie rehearsed the whole affair once more in the cabin, the Shadow Club discussed it at the seminary.

providing or experiencing physical well-being or relief (“comfy” is informal)

From this reading "How cosy and shut-in it makes you feel!" exclaimed Katie, looking around on the bright, comfortable room.

a padded cloth covering to keep a teapot warm

From this reading "How cosy and shut-in it makes you feel!" exclaimed Katie, looking around on the bright, comfortable room.

slightly wet

From this reading It was a dull November day, cloudy and damp, and while they were settling themselves to work, the rain began to patter against the window-panes.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading It was a dull November day, cloudy and damp, and while they were settling themselves to work, the rain began to patter against the window-panes.

the main meal of the day served in the evening or at midday

From this reading They had met early, for Lloyd and Betty had asked permission to make candy in their room, and in order to finish the amount of work they had planned to do at each meeting, it was necessary for them to begin immediately after dinner.

past form of “discuss” — to consider or examine in speech or writing

From this reading ONE RAINY AFTERNOON THAT same Saturday afternoon following the Hallowe'en frolic, while Maggie rehearsed the whole affair once more in the cabin, the Shadow Club discussed it at the seminary.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading They had met early, for Lloyd and Betty had asked permission to make candy in their room, and in order to finish the amount of work they had planned to do at each meeting, it was necessary for them to begin immediately after dinner.

lacking in liveliness or animation

From this reading It was a dull November day, cloudy and damp, and while they were settling themselves to work, the rain began to patter against the window-panes.

every one of two or more people or things, taken separately

From this reading They had met early, for Lloyd and Betty had asked permission to make candy in their room, and in order to finish the amount of work they had planned to do at each meeting, it was necessary for them to begin immediately after dinner.

at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time

From this reading They had met early, for Lloyd and Betty had asked permission to make candy in their room, and in order to finish the amount of work they had planned to do at each meeting, it was necessary for them to begin immediately after dinner.

past form of “exclaim” — utter aloud; often with surprise, horror, or joy

From this reading "How cosy and shut-in it makes you feel!" exclaimed Katie, looking around on the bright, comfortable room.

undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind

From this reading "How cosy and shut-in it makes you feel!" exclaimed Katie, looking around on the bright, comfortable room.

come or bring to a finish or an end

From this reading They had met early, for Lloyd and Betty had asked permission to make candy in their room, and in order to finish the amount of work they had planned to do at each meeting, it was necessary for them to begin immediately after dinner.

about to be mentioned or specified

From this reading ONE RAINY AFTERNOON THAT same Saturday afternoon following the Hallowe'en frolic, while Maggie rehearsed the whole affair once more in the cabin, the Shadow Club discussed it at the seminary.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading They had met early, for Lloyd and Betty had asked permission to make candy in their room, and in order to finish the amount of work they had planned to do at each meeting, it was necessary for them to begin immediately after dinner.

gay or light-hearted recreational activity for diversion or amusement

From this reading ONE RAINY AFTERNOON THAT same Saturday afternoon following the Hallowe'en frolic, while Maggie rehearsed the whole affair once more in the cabin, the Shadow Club discussed it at the seminary.

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

From this reading They had met early, for Lloyd and Betty had asked permission to make candy in their room, and in order to finish the amount of work they had planned to do at each meeting, it was necessary for them to begin immediately after dinner.

the evening before All Saints' Day; often devoted to pranks played by young people

From this reading ONE RAINY AFTERNOON THAT same Saturday afternoon following the Hallowe'en frolic, while Maggie rehearsed the whole affair once more in the cabin, the Shadow Club discussed it at the seminary.

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

From this reading "How cosy and shut-in it makes you feel!" exclaimed Katie, looking around on the bright, comfortable room.

without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening

From this reading They had met early, for Lloyd and Betty had asked permission to make candy in their room, and in order to finish the amount of work they had planned to do at each meeting, it was necessary for them to begin immediately after dinner.

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

From this reading ONE RAINY AFTERNOON THAT same Saturday afternoon following the Hallowe'en frolic, while Maggie rehearsed the whole affair once more in the cabin, the Shadow Club discussed it at the seminary.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading ONE RAINY AFTERNOON THAT same Saturday afternoon following the Hallowe'en frolic, while Maggie rehearsed the whole affair once more in the cabin, the Shadow Club discussed it at the seminary.

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

From this reading "How cosy and shut-in it makes you feel!" exclaimed Katie, looking around on the bright, comfortable room.

United States comic actor in silent films; he used physical danger as a source of comedy (1893-1971)

From this reading They had met early, for Lloyd and Betty had asked permission to make candy in their room, and in order to finish the amount of work they had planned to do at each meeting, it was necessary for them to begin immediately after dinner.

the act of directing the eyes toward something and perceiving it visually

From this reading "How cosy and shut-in it makes you feel!" exclaimed Katie, looking around on the bright, comfortable room.

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

From this reading ONE RAINY AFTERNOON THAT same Saturday afternoon following the Hallowe'en frolic, while Maggie rehearsed the whole affair once more in the cabin, the Shadow Club discussed it at the seminary.

engage in

From this reading They had met early, for Lloyd and Betty had asked permission to make candy in their room, and in order to finish the amount of work they had planned to do at each meeting, it was necessary for them to begin immediately after dinner.

plural of “make” — a recognizable kind

From this reading "How cosy and shut-in it makes you feel!" exclaimed Katie, looking around on the bright, comfortable room.

a formally arranged gathering

From this reading They had met early, for Lloyd and Betty had asked permission to make candy in their room, and in order to finish the amount of work they had planned to do at each meeting, it was necessary for them to begin immediately after dinner.

inflected form of “meet” — come together

From this reading They had met early, for Lloyd and Betty had asked permission to make candy in their room, and in order to finish the amount of work they had planned to do at each meeting, it was necessary for them to begin immediately after dinner.

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

From this reading ONE RAINY AFTERNOON THAT same Saturday afternoon following the Hallowe'en frolic, while Maggie rehearsed the whole affair once more in the cabin, the Shadow Club discussed it at the seminary.

absolutely essential

From this reading They had met early, for Lloyd and Betty had asked permission to make candy in their room, and in order to finish the amount of work they had planned to do at each meeting, it was necessary for them to begin immediately after dinner.

the month following October and preceding December

From this reading It was a dull November day, cloudy and damp, and while they were settling themselves to work, the rain began to patter against the window-panes.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading They had met early, for Lloyd and Betty had asked permission to make candy in their room, and in order to finish the amount of work they had planned to do at each meeting, it was necessary for them to begin immediately after dinner.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading "How cosy and shut-in it makes you feel!" exclaimed Katie, looking around on the bright, comfortable room.

on one occasion

From this reading ONE RAINY AFTERNOON THAT same Saturday afternoon following the Hallowe'en frolic, while Maggie rehearsed the whole affair once more in the cabin, the Shadow Club discussed it at the seminary.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading ONE RAINY AFTERNOON THAT same Saturday afternoon following the Hallowe'en frolic, while Maggie rehearsed the whole affair once more in the cabin, the Shadow Club discussed it at the seminary.

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

From this reading They had met early, for Lloyd and Betty had asked permission to make candy in their room, and in order to finish the amount of work they had planned to do at each meeting, it was necessary for them to begin immediately after dinner.

plausible glib talk (especially useful to a salesperson)

From this reading It was a dull November day, cloudy and damp, and while they were settling themselves to work, the rain began to patter against the window-panes.

approval to do something

From this reading They had met early, for Lloyd and Betty had asked permission to make candy in their room, and in order to finish the amount of work they had planned to do at each meeting, it was necessary for them to begin immediately after dinner.

designed or carried out according to a plan

From this reading They had met early, for Lloyd and Betty had asked permission to make candy in their room, and in order to finish the amount of work they had planned to do at each meeting, it was necessary for them to begin immediately after dinner.

water falling in drops from vapor condensed in the atmosphere

From this reading It was a dull November day, cloudy and damp, and while they were settling themselves to work, the rain began to patter against the window-panes.

(of weather) wet by periods of rain

From this reading ONE RAINY AFTERNOON THAT same Saturday afternoon following the Hallowe'en frolic, while Maggie rehearsed the whole affair once more in the cabin, the Shadow Club discussed it at the seminary.

past form of “rehearse” — engage in a rehearsal

From this reading ONE RAINY AFTERNOON THAT same Saturday afternoon following the Hallowe'en frolic, while Maggie rehearsed the whole affair once more in the cabin, the Shadow Club discussed it at the seminary.

an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling

From this reading They had met early, for Lloyd and Betty had asked permission to make candy in their room, and in order to finish the amount of work they had planned to do at each meeting, it was necessary for them to begin immediately after dinner.

Identical; not different.

From this reading ONE RAINY AFTERNOON THAT same Saturday afternoon following the Hallowe'en frolic, while Maggie rehearsed the whole affair once more in the cabin, the Shadow Club discussed it at the seminary.

the seventh and last day of the week; observed as the Sabbath by Jews and some Christians

From this reading ONE RAINY AFTERNOON THAT same Saturday afternoon following the Hallowe'en frolic, while Maggie rehearsed the whole affair once more in the cabin, the Shadow Club discussed it at the seminary.

a private place of education for the young

From this reading ONE RAINY AFTERNOON THAT same Saturday afternoon following the Hallowe'en frolic, while Maggie rehearsed the whole affair once more in the cabin, the Shadow Club discussed it at the seminary.

a gradual sinking to a lower level

From this reading It was a dull November day, cloudy and damp, and while they were settling themselves to work, the rain began to patter against the window-panes.

A dark area or shape produced by a body coming between rays of light and a surface.

From this reading ONE RAINY AFTERNOON THAT same Saturday afternoon following the Hallowe'en frolic, while Maggie rehearsed the whole affair once more in the cabin, the Shadow Club discussed it at the seminary.

move so that an opening or passage is obstructed; make shut

From this reading "We are shut in," answered Lloyd.

somewhat introverted

From this reading "How cosy and shut-in it makes you feel!" exclaimed Katie, looking around on the bright, comfortable room.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading ONE RAINY AFTERNOON THAT same Saturday afternoon following the Hallowe'en frolic, while Maggie rehearsed the whole affair once more in the cabin, the Shadow Club discussed it at the seminary.

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

From this reading ONE RAINY AFTERNOON THAT same Saturday afternoon following the Hallowe'en frolic, while Maggie rehearsed the whole affair once more in the cabin, the Shadow Club discussed it at the seminary.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading They had met early, for Lloyd and Betty had asked permission to make candy in their room, and in order to finish the amount of work they had planned to do at each meeting, it was necessary for them to begin immediately after dinner.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading They had met early, for Lloyd and Betty had asked permission to make candy in their room, and in order to finish the amount of work they had planned to do at each meeting, it was necessary for them to begin immediately after dinner.

used when the people doing the action are also its object

From this reading It was a dull November day, cloudy and damp, and while they were settling themselves to work, the rain began to patter against the window-panes.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading They had met early, for Lloyd and Betty had asked permission to make candy in their room, and in order to finish the amount of work they had planned to do at each meeting, it was necessary for them to begin immediately after dinner.

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

From this reading They had met early, for Lloyd and Betty had asked permission to make candy in their room, and in order to finish the amount of work they had planned to do at each meeting, it was necessary for them to begin immediately after dinner.

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

From this reading They had met early, for Lloyd and Betty had asked permission to make candy in their room, and in order to finish the amount of work they had planned to do at each meeting, it was necessary for them to begin immediately after dinner.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading "We are shut in," answered Lloyd.

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

From this reading It was a dull November day, cloudy and damp, and while they were settling themselves to work, the rain began to patter against the window-panes.

during the time that

From this reading ONE RAINY AFTERNOON THAT same Saturday afternoon following the Hallowe'en frolic, while Maggie rehearsed the whole affair once more in the cabin, the Shadow Club discussed it at the seminary.

including all components without exception; being one unit or constituting the full amount or extent or duration; complete

From this reading ONE RAINY AFTERNOON THAT same Saturday afternoon following the Hallowe'en frolic, while Maggie rehearsed the whole affair once more in the cabin, the Shadow Club discussed it at the seminary.

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

From this reading It was a dull November day, cloudy and damp, and while they were settling themselves to work, the rain began to patter against the window-panes.

exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity

From this reading They had met early, for Lloyd and Betty had asked permission to make candy in their room, and in order to finish the amount of work they had planned to do at each meeting, it was necessary for them to begin immediately after dinner.

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading "How cosy and shut-in it makes you feel!" exclaimed Katie, looking around on the bright, comfortable room.