Chapter V

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

From this reading DAKOTA RUNS AMOK Cattle shipping, as any other event that collected cowboys, was a time of some anxiety in Medicine Hat.

(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but

From this reading Stores closed early, citizens with any claim to being old-timers--and that was the leading ambition locally--retired unobtrusively to their homes, and even the bars, which stood to profit materially from the visit of lively young bloods whose veins had been swelling for months without outlet--or inlet--contemplated the occasion with misgiving amounting almost to trepidation.

a cherished desire

From this reading Stores closed early, citizens with any claim to being old-timers--and that was the leading ambition locally--retired unobtrusively to their homes, and even the bars, which stood to profit materially from the visit of lively young bloods whose veins had been swelling for months without outlet--or inlet--contemplated the occasion with misgiving amounting almost to trepidation.

wildly; without self-control

From this reading DAKOTA RUNS AMOK Cattle shipping, as any other event that collected cowboys, was a time of some anxiety in Medicine Hat.

surrounded by; in the middle of a group

From this reading At such time it was no matter of regret among the Mounted Police that the policing of incorporated towns in the Canadian West was in an equivocal position to which they bowed.

-ing form of “amount” — be tantamount or equivalent to

From this reading Stores closed early, citizens with any claim to being old-timers--and that was the leading ambition locally--retired unobtrusively to their homes, and even the bars, which stood to profit materially from the visit of lively young bloods whose veins had been swelling for months without outlet--or inlet--contemplated the occasion with misgiving amounting almost to trepidation.

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

From this reading At such time it was no matter of regret among the Mounted Police that the policing of incorporated towns in the Canadian West was in an equivocal position to which they bowed.

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

From this reading Stores closed early, citizens with any claim to being old-timers--and that was the leading ambition locally--retired unobtrusively to their homes, and even the bars, which stood to profit materially from the visit of lively young bloods whose veins had been swelling for months without outlet--or inlet--contemplated the occasion with misgiving amounting almost to trepidation.

the capital of Turkey; located in west-central Turkey; it was formerly known as Angora and is the home of Angora goats

From this reading Still, everything considered, it was well not to be associated with the maintenance of peace when broad-brimmed sombreros and sheepskin, angora, or leather chaps careered down Main or Toronto Streets on bronchos that seemed as appreciative of the excitement as their riders themselves.

(psychiatry) a relatively permanent state of worry and nervousness occurring in a variety of mental disorders, usually accompanied by compulsive behavior or attacks of panic

From this reading DAKOTA RUNS AMOK Cattle shipping, as any other event that collected cowboys, was a time of some anxiety in Medicine Hat.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading DAKOTA RUNS AMOK Cattle shipping, as any other event that collected cowboys, was a time of some anxiety in Medicine Hat.

feeling or expressive of gratitude

From this reading Still, everything considered, it was well not to be associated with the maintenance of peace when broad-brimmed sombreros and sheepskin, angora, or leather chaps careered down Main or Toronto Streets on bronchos that seemed as appreciative of the excitement as their riders themselves.

call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses)

From this reading The daily life of the West in those days, especially the part of it that dealt with law enforcement, was sufficient training in itself to arouse something like indifference to ordinary perils.

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

From this reading DAKOTA RUNS AMOK Cattle shipping, as any other event that collected cowboys, was a time of some anxiety in Medicine Hat.

past form of “associate” — make a logical or causal connection

From this reading Still, everything considered, it was well not to be associated with the maintenance of peace when broad-brimmed sombreros and sheepskin, angora, or leather chaps careered down Main or Toronto Streets on bronchos that seemed as appreciative of the excitement as their riders themselves.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading At such time it was no matter of regret among the Mounted Police that the policing of incorporated towns in the Canadian West was in an equivocal position to which they bowed.

gymnastic apparatus consisting of two parallel wooden rods supported on uprights

From this reading Stores closed early, citizens with any claim to being old-timers--and that was the leading ambition locally--retired unobtrusively to their homes, and even the bars, which stood to profit materially from the visit of lively young bloods whose veins had been swelling for months without outlet--or inlet--contemplated the occasion with misgiving amounting almost to trepidation.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading Still, everything considered, it was well not to be associated with the maintenance of peace when broad-brimmed sombreros and sheepskin, angora, or leather chaps careered down Main or Toronto Streets on bronchos that seemed as appreciative of the excitement as their riders themselves.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Stores closed early, citizens with any claim to being old-timers--and that was the leading ambition locally--retired unobtrusively to their homes, and even the bars, which stood to profit materially from the visit of lively young bloods whose veins had been swelling for months without outlet--or inlet--contemplated the occasion with misgiving amounting almost to trepidation.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading Stores closed early, citizens with any claim to being old-timers--and that was the leading ambition locally--retired unobtrusively to their homes, and even the bars, which stood to profit materially from the visit of lively young bloods whose veins had been swelling for months without outlet--or inlet--contemplated the occasion with misgiving amounting almost to trepidation.

plural of “blood” — the fluid (red in vertebrates) that is pumped through the body by the heart and contains plasma, blood cells, and platelets

From this reading Stores closed early, citizens with any claim to being old-timers--and that was the leading ambition locally--retired unobtrusively to their homes, and even the bars, which stood to profit materially from the visit of lively young bloods whose veins had been swelling for months without outlet--or inlet--contemplated the occasion with misgiving amounting almost to trepidation.

of a stringed instrument; sounded by stroking with a bow

From this reading At such time it was no matter of regret among the Mounted Police that the policing of incorporated towns in the Canadian West was in an equivocal position to which they bowed.

(of hats) having a broad brim

From this reading Still, everything considered, it was well not to be associated with the maintenance of peace when broad-brimmed sombreros and sheepskin, angora, or leather chaps careered down Main or Toronto Streets on bronchos that seemed as appreciative of the excitement as their riders themselves.

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

From this reading Still, everything considered, it was well not to be associated with the maintenance of peace when broad-brimmed sombreros and sheepskin, angora, or leather chaps careered down Main or Toronto Streets on bronchos that seemed as appreciative of the excitement as their riders themselves.

of or relating to Canada or its people

From this reading At such time it was no matter of regret among the Mounted Police that the policing of incorporated towns in the Canadian West was in an equivocal position to which they bowed.

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

From this reading Still, everything considered, it was well not to be associated with the maintenance of peace when broad-brimmed sombreros and sheepskin, angora, or leather chaps careered down Main or Toronto Streets on bronchos that seemed as appreciative of the excitement as their riders themselves.

domesticated bovine animals as a group regardless of sex or age

From this reading DAKOTA RUNS AMOK Cattle shipping, as any other event that collected cowboys, was a time of some anxiety in Medicine Hat.

plural of “chap” — a boy or man

From this reading Still, everything considered, it was well not to be associated with the maintenance of peace when broad-brimmed sombreros and sheepskin, angora, or leather chaps careered down Main or Toronto Streets on bronchos that seemed as appreciative of the excitement as their riders themselves.

plural of “citizen” — a native or naturalized member of a state or other political community

From this reading Stores closed early, citizens with any claim to being old-timers--and that was the leading ambition locally--retired unobtrusively to their homes, and even the bars, which stood to profit materially from the visit of lively young bloods whose veins had been swelling for months without outlet--or inlet--contemplated the occasion with misgiving amounting almost to trepidation.

an assertion of a right (as to money or property)

From this reading Stores closed early, citizens with any claim to being old-timers--and that was the leading ambition locally--retired unobtrusively to their homes, and even the bars, which stood to profit materially from the visit of lively young bloods whose veins had been swelling for months without outlet--or inlet--contemplated the occasion with misgiving amounting almost to trepidation.

not open or affording passage or access

From this reading Stores closed early, citizens with any claim to being old-timers--and that was the leading ambition locally--retired unobtrusively to their homes, and even the bars, which stood to profit materially from the visit of lively young bloods whose veins had been swelling for months without outlet--or inlet--contemplated the occasion with misgiving amounting almost to trepidation.

brought together in one place

From this reading DAKOTA RUNS AMOK Cattle shipping, as any other event that collected cowboys, was a time of some anxiety in Medicine Hat.

carefully weighed

From this reading Still, everything considered, it was well not to be associated with the maintenance of peace when broad-brimmed sombreros and sheepskin, angora, or leather chaps careered down Main or Toronto Streets on bronchos that seemed as appreciative of the excitement as their riders themselves.

past form of “contemplate” — look at thoughtfully; observe deep in thought

From this reading Stores closed early, citizens with any claim to being old-timers--and that was the leading ambition locally--retired unobtrusively to their homes, and even the bars, which stood to profit materially from the visit of lively young bloods whose veins had been swelling for months without outlet--or inlet--contemplated the occasion with misgiving amounting almost to trepidation.

plural of “cowboy” — a hired hand who tends cattle and performs other duties on horseback

From this reading DAKOTA RUNS AMOK Cattle shipping, as any other event that collected cowboys, was a time of some anxiety in Medicine Hat.

every day; without missing a day

From this reading The daily life of the West in those days, especially the part of it that dealt with law enforcement, was sufficient training in itself to arouse something like indifference to ordinary perils.

a member of the Siouan people of the northern Mississippi valley; commonly called the Sioux

From this reading DAKOTA RUNS AMOK Cattle shipping, as any other event that collected cowboys, was a time of some anxiety in Medicine Hat.

the time during which someone's life continues

From this reading The daily life of the West in those days, especially the part of it that dealt with law enforcement, was sufficient training in itself to arouse something like indifference to ordinary perils.

inflected form of “deal” — act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression

From this reading The daily life of the West in those days, especially the part of it that dealt with law enforcement, was sufficient training in itself to arouse something like indifference to ordinary perils.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading Still, everything considered, it was well not to be associated with the maintenance of peace when broad-brimmed sombreros and sheepskin, angora, or leather chaps careered down Main or Toronto Streets on bronchos that seemed as appreciative of the excitement as their riders themselves.

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

From this reading Stores closed early, citizens with any claim to being old-timers--and that was the leading ambition locally--retired unobtrusively to their homes, and even the bars, which stood to profit materially from the visit of lively young bloods whose veins had been swelling for months without outlet--or inlet--contemplated the occasion with misgiving amounting almost to trepidation.

the act of enforcing; ensuring observance of or obedience to

From this reading The daily life of the West in those days, especially the part of it that dealt with law enforcement, was sufficient training in itself to arouse something like indifference to ordinary perils.

open to two or more interpretations; or of uncertain nature or significance; or (often) intended to mislead

From this reading At such time it was no matter of regret among the Mounted Police that the policing of incorporated towns in the Canadian West was in an equivocal position to which they bowed.

to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common

From this reading The daily life of the West in those days, especially the part of it that dealt with law enforcement, was sufficient training in itself to arouse something like indifference to ordinary perils.

divisible by two

From this reading Stores closed early, citizens with any claim to being old-timers--and that was the leading ambition locally--retired unobtrusively to their homes, and even the bars, which stood to profit materially from the visit of lively young bloods whose veins had been swelling for months without outlet--or inlet--contemplated the occasion with misgiving amounting almost to trepidation.

something that happens at a given place and time

From this reading DAKOTA RUNS AMOK Cattle shipping, as any other event that collected cowboys, was a time of some anxiety in Medicine Hat.

all things; all of a situation

From this reading Still, everything considered, it was well not to be associated with the maintenance of peace when broad-brimmed sombreros and sheepskin, angora, or leather chaps careered down Main or Toronto Streets on bronchos that seemed as appreciative of the excitement as their riders themselves.

the feeling of lively and cheerful joy

From this reading Still, everything considered, it was well not to be associated with the maintenance of peace when broad-brimmed sombreros and sheepskin, angora, or leather chaps careered down Main or Toronto Streets on bronchos that seemed as appreciative of the excitement as their riders themselves.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Stores closed early, citizens with any claim to being old-timers--and that was the leading ambition locally--retired unobtrusively to their homes, and even the bars, which stood to profit materially from the visit of lively young bloods whose veins had been swelling for months without outlet--or inlet--contemplated the occasion with misgiving amounting almost to trepidation.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Stores closed early, citizens with any claim to being old-timers--and that was the leading ambition locally--retired unobtrusively to their homes, and even the bars, which stood to profit materially from the visit of lively young bloods whose veins had been swelling for months without outlet--or inlet--contemplated the occasion with misgiving amounting almost to trepidation.

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

From this reading Stores closed early, citizens with any claim to being old-timers--and that was the leading ambition locally--retired unobtrusively to their homes, and even the bars, which stood to profit materially from the visit of lively young bloods whose veins had been swelling for months without outlet--or inlet--contemplated the occasion with misgiving amounting almost to trepidation.

headdress that protects the head from bad weather; has shaped crown and usually a brim

From this reading DAKOTA RUNS AMOK Cattle shipping, as any other event that collected cowboys, was a time of some anxiety in Medicine Hat.

plural of “home” — where you live at a particular time

From this reading Stores closed early, citizens with any claim to being old-timers--and that was the leading ambition locally--retired unobtrusively to their homes, and even the bars, which stood to profit materially from the visit of lively young bloods whose veins had been swelling for months without outlet--or inlet--contemplated the occasion with misgiving amounting almost to trepidation.

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

From this reading DAKOTA RUNS AMOK Cattle shipping, as any other event that collected cowboys, was a time of some anxiety in Medicine Hat.

formed or united into a whole

From this reading At such time it was no matter of regret among the Mounted Police that the policing of incorporated towns in the Canadian West was in an equivocal position to which they bowed.

unbiased impartial unconcern

From this reading The daily life of the West in those days, especially the part of it that dealt with law enforcement, was sufficient training in itself to arouse something like indifference to ordinary perils.

an arm off of a larger body of water (often between rocky headlands)

From this reading Stores closed early, citizens with any claim to being old-timers--and that was the leading ambition locally--retired unobtrusively to their homes, and even the bars, which stood to profit materially from the visit of lively young bloods whose veins had been swelling for months without outlet--or inlet--contemplated the occasion with misgiving amounting almost to trepidation.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading The daily life of the West in those days, especially the part of it that dealt with law enforcement, was sufficient training in itself to arouse something like indifference to ordinary perils.

used when the thing doing the action is also its object

From this reading The daily life of the West in those days, especially the part of it that dealt with law enforcement, was sufficient training in itself to arouse something like indifference to ordinary perils.

the collection of rules imposed by authority

From this reading The daily life of the West in those days, especially the part of it that dealt with law enforcement, was sufficient training in itself to arouse something like indifference to ordinary perils.

indicating the most important performer or role

From this reading Stores closed early, citizens with any claim to being old-timers--and that was the leading ambition locally--retired unobtrusively to their homes, and even the bars, which stood to profit materially from the visit of lively young bloods whose veins had been swelling for months without outlet--or inlet--contemplated the occasion with misgiving amounting almost to trepidation.

an animal skin made smooth and flexible by removing the hair and then tanning

From this reading Still, everything considered, it was well not to be associated with the maintenance of peace when broad-brimmed sombreros and sheepskin, angora, or leather chaps careered down Main or Toronto Streets on bronchos that seemed as appreciative of the excitement as their riders themselves.

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading The daily life of the West in those days, especially the part of it that dealt with law enforcement, was sufficient training in itself to arouse something like indifference to ordinary perils.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading The daily life of the West in those days, especially the part of it that dealt with law enforcement, was sufficient training in itself to arouse something like indifference to ordinary perils.

full of life and energy

From this reading Stores closed early, citizens with any claim to being old-timers--and that was the leading ambition locally--retired unobtrusively to their homes, and even the bars, which stood to profit materially from the visit of lively young bloods whose veins had been swelling for months without outlet--or inlet--contemplated the occasion with misgiving amounting almost to trepidation.

by a particular locality

From this reading Stores closed early, citizens with any claim to being old-timers--and that was the leading ambition locally--retired unobtrusively to their homes, and even the bars, which stood to profit materially from the visit of lively young bloods whose veins had been swelling for months without outlet--or inlet--contemplated the occasion with misgiving amounting almost to trepidation.

most important element

From this reading Still, everything considered, it was well not to be associated with the maintenance of peace when broad-brimmed sombreros and sheepskin, angora, or leather chaps careered down Main or Toronto Streets on bronchos that seemed as appreciative of the excitement as their riders themselves.

activity involved in maintaining something in good working order

From this reading Still, everything considered, it was well not to be associated with the maintenance of peace when broad-brimmed sombreros and sheepskin, angora, or leather chaps careered down Main or Toronto Streets on bronchos that seemed as appreciative of the excitement as their riders themselves.

with respect to material aspects

From this reading Stores closed early, citizens with any claim to being old-timers--and that was the leading ambition locally--retired unobtrusively to their homes, and even the bars, which stood to profit materially from the visit of lively young bloods whose veins had been swelling for months without outlet--or inlet--contemplated the occasion with misgiving amounting almost to trepidation.

a vaguely specified concern

From this reading At such time it was no matter of regret among the Mounted Police that the policing of incorporated towns in the Canadian West was in an equivocal position to which they bowed.

the branches of medical science that deal with nonsurgical techniques

From this reading DAKOTA RUNS AMOK Cattle shipping, as any other event that collected cowboys, was a time of some anxiety in Medicine Hat.

uneasiness about the fitness of an action

From this reading Stores closed early, citizens with any claim to being old-timers--and that was the leading ambition locally--retired unobtrusively to their homes, and even the bars, which stood to profit materially from the visit of lively young bloods whose veins had been swelling for months without outlet--or inlet--contemplated the occasion with misgiving amounting almost to trepidation.

plural of “month” — one of the twelve divisions of the calendar year

From this reading Stores closed early, citizens with any claim to being old-timers--and that was the leading ambition locally--retired unobtrusively to their homes, and even the bars, which stood to profit materially from the visit of lively young bloods whose veins had been swelling for months without outlet--or inlet--contemplated the occasion with misgiving amounting almost to trepidation.

assembled for use; especially by being attached to a support

From this reading At such time it was no matter of regret among the Mounted Police that the policing of incorporated towns in the Canadian West was in an equivocal position to which they bowed.

not any; not one

From this reading At such time it was no matter of regret among the Mounted Police that the policing of incorporated towns in the Canadian West was in an equivocal position to which they bowed.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Still, everything considered, it was well not to be associated with the maintenance of peace when broad-brimmed sombreros and sheepskin, angora, or leather chaps careered down Main or Toronto Streets on bronchos that seemed as appreciative of the excitement as their riders themselves.

an event that occurs at a critical time

From this reading Stores closed early, citizens with any claim to being old-timers--and that was the leading ambition locally--retired unobtrusively to their homes, and even the bars, which stood to profit materially from the visit of lively young bloods whose veins had been swelling for months without outlet--or inlet--contemplated the occasion with misgiving amounting almost to trepidation.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading DAKOTA RUNS AMOK Cattle shipping, as any other event that collected cowboys, was a time of some anxiety in Medicine Hat.

plural of “old-timer” — an experienced person who has been through many battles; someone who has given long service

From this reading Stores closed early, citizens with any claim to being old-timers--and that was the leading ambition locally--retired unobtrusively to their homes, and even the bars, which stood to profit materially from the visit of lively young bloods whose veins had been swelling for months without outlet--or inlet--contemplated the occasion with misgiving amounting almost to trepidation.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Still, everything considered, it was well not to be associated with the maintenance of peace when broad-brimmed sombreros and sheepskin, angora, or leather chaps careered down Main or Toronto Streets on bronchos that seemed as appreciative of the excitement as their riders themselves.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Stores closed early, citizens with any claim to being old-timers--and that was the leading ambition locally--retired unobtrusively to their homes, and even the bars, which stood to profit materially from the visit of lively young bloods whose veins had been swelling for months without outlet--or inlet--contemplated the occasion with misgiving amounting almost to trepidation.

a judge of a probate court

From this reading The daily life of the West in those days, especially the part of it that dealt with law enforcement, was sufficient training in itself to arouse something like indifference to ordinary perils.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading DAKOTA RUNS AMOK Cattle shipping, as any other event that collected cowboys, was a time of some anxiety in Medicine Hat.

a place of business for retailing goods

From this reading Stores closed early, citizens with any claim to being old-timers--and that was the leading ambition locally--retired unobtrusively to their homes, and even the bars, which stood to profit materially from the visit of lively young bloods whose veins had been swelling for months without outlet--or inlet--contemplated the occasion with misgiving amounting almost to trepidation.

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading The daily life of the West in those days, especially the part of it that dealt with law enforcement, was sufficient training in itself to arouse something like indifference to ordinary perils.

the state prevailing during the absence of war

From this reading Still, everything considered, it was well not to be associated with the maintenance of peace when broad-brimmed sombreros and sheepskin, angora, or leather chaps careered down Main or Toronto Streets on bronchos that seemed as appreciative of the excitement as their riders themselves.

plural of “peril” — a source of danger; a possibility of incurring loss or misfortune

From this reading The daily life of the West in those days, especially the part of it that dealt with law enforcement, was sufficient training in itself to arouse something like indifference to ordinary perils.

the force of policemen and officers

From this reading At such time it was no matter of regret among the Mounted Police that the policing of incorporated towns in the Canadian West was in an equivocal position to which they bowed.

-ing form of “police” — maintain the security of by carrying out a patrol

From this reading At such time it was no matter of regret among the Mounted Police that the policing of incorporated towns in the Canadian West was in an equivocal position to which they bowed.

the particular portion of space occupied by something

From this reading At such time it was no matter of regret among the Mounted Police that the policing of incorporated towns in the Canadian West was in an equivocal position to which they bowed.

the excess of revenues over outlays in a given period of time (including depreciation and other non-cash expenses)

From this reading Stores closed early, citizens with any claim to being old-timers--and that was the leading ambition locally--retired unobtrusively to their homes, and even the bars, which stood to profit materially from the visit of lively young bloods whose veins had been swelling for months without outlet--or inlet--contemplated the occasion with misgiving amounting almost to trepidation.

feel remorse for; feel sorry for; be contrite about

From this reading At such time it was no matter of regret among the Mounted Police that the policing of incorporated towns in the Canadian West was in an equivocal position to which they bowed.

no longer active in your work or profession

From this reading Stores closed early, citizens with any claim to being old-timers--and that was the leading ambition locally--retired unobtrusively to their homes, and even the bars, which stood to profit materially from the visit of lively young bloods whose veins had been swelling for months without outlet--or inlet--contemplated the occasion with misgiving amounting almost to trepidation.

plural of “rider” — a traveler who actively rides an animal (as a horse or camel)

From this reading Still, everything considered, it was well not to be associated with the maintenance of peace when broad-brimmed sombreros and sheepskin, angora, or leather chaps careered down Main or Toronto Streets on bronchos that seemed as appreciative of the excitement as their riders themselves.

plural of “run” — a score in baseball made by a runner touching all four bases safely

From this reading DAKOTA RUNS AMOK Cattle shipping, as any other event that collected cowboys, was a time of some anxiety in Medicine Hat.

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

From this reading Still, everything considered, it was well not to be associated with the maintenance of peace when broad-brimmed sombreros and sheepskin, angora, or leather chaps careered down Main or Toronto Streets on bronchos that seemed as appreciative of the excitement as their riders themselves.

tanned skin of a sheep with the fleece left on; used for clothing

From this reading Still, everything considered, it was well not to be associated with the maintenance of peace when broad-brimmed sombreros and sheepskin, angora, or leather chaps careered down Main or Toronto Streets on bronchos that seemed as appreciative of the excitement as their riders themselves.

the commercial enterprise of moving goods and materials

From this reading DAKOTA RUNS AMOK Cattle shipping, as any other event that collected cowboys, was a time of some anxiety in Medicine Hat.

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

From this reading Still, everything considered, it was well not to be associated with the maintenance of peace when broad-brimmed sombreros and sheepskin, angora, or leather chaps careered down Main or Toronto Streets on bronchos that seemed as appreciative of the excitement as their riders themselves.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading DAKOTA RUNS AMOK Cattle shipping, as any other event that collected cowboys, was a time of some anxiety in Medicine Hat.

a thing, without saying which

From this reading The daily life of the West in those days, especially the part of it that dealt with law enforcement, was sufficient training in itself to arouse something like indifference to ordinary perils.

not in physical motion

From this reading Still, everything considered, it was well not to be associated with the maintenance of peace when broad-brimmed sombreros and sheepskin, angora, or leather chaps careered down Main or Toronto Streets on bronchos that seemed as appreciative of the excitement as their riders themselves.

Maintained an upright posture.

From this reading Stores closed early, citizens with any claim to being old-timers--and that was the leading ambition locally--retired unobtrusively to their homes, and even the bars, which stood to profit materially from the visit of lively young bloods whose veins had been swelling for months without outlet--or inlet--contemplated the occasion with misgiving amounting almost to trepidation.

plural of “store” — a mercantile establishment for the retail sale of goods or services

From this reading Stores closed early, citizens with any claim to being old-timers--and that was the leading ambition locally--retired unobtrusively to their homes, and even the bars, which stood to profit materially from the visit of lively young bloods whose veins had been swelling for months without outlet--or inlet--contemplated the occasion with misgiving amounting almost to trepidation.

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

From this reading Still, everything considered, it was well not to be associated with the maintenance of peace when broad-brimmed sombreros and sheepskin, angora, or leather chaps careered down Main or Toronto Streets on bronchos that seemed as appreciative of the excitement as their riders themselves.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading At such time it was no matter of regret among the Mounted Police that the policing of incorporated towns in the Canadian West was in an equivocal position to which they bowed.

of a quantity that can fulfill a need or requirement but without being abundant

From this reading The daily life of the West in those days, especially the part of it that dealt with law enforcement, was sufficient training in itself to arouse something like indifference to ordinary perils.

an abnormal protuberance or localized enlargement

From this reading Stores closed early, citizens with any claim to being old-timers--and that was the leading ambition locally--retired unobtrusively to their homes, and even the bars, which stood to profit materially from the visit of lively young bloods whose veins had been swelling for months without outlet--or inlet--contemplated the occasion with misgiving amounting almost to trepidation.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading DAKOTA RUNS AMOK Cattle shipping, as any other event that collected cowboys, was a time of some anxiety in Medicine Hat.

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

From this reading Stores closed early, citizens with any claim to being old-timers--and that was the leading ambition locally--retired unobtrusively to their homes, and even the bars, which stood to profit materially from the visit of lively young bloods whose veins had been swelling for months without outlet--or inlet--contemplated the occasion with misgiving amounting almost to trepidation.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Stores closed early, citizens with any claim to being old-timers--and that was the leading ambition locally--retired unobtrusively to their homes, and even the bars, which stood to profit materially from the visit of lively young bloods whose veins had been swelling for months without outlet--or inlet--contemplated the occasion with misgiving amounting almost to trepidation.

used when the people doing the action are also its object

From this reading Still, everything considered, it was well not to be associated with the maintenance of peace when broad-brimmed sombreros and sheepskin, angora, or leather chaps careered down Main or Toronto Streets on bronchos that seemed as appreciative of the excitement as their riders themselves.

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

From this reading At such time it was no matter of regret among the Mounted Police that the policing of incorporated towns in the Canadian West was in an equivocal position to which they bowed.

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading The daily life of the West in those days, especially the part of it that dealt with law enforcement, was sufficient training in itself to arouse something like indifference to ordinary perils.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading DAKOTA RUNS AMOK Cattle shipping, as any other event that collected cowboys, was a time of some anxiety in Medicine Hat.

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

From this reading Stores closed early, citizens with any claim to being old-timers--and that was the leading ambition locally--retired unobtrusively to their homes, and even the bars, which stood to profit materially from the visit of lively young bloods whose veins had been swelling for months without outlet--or inlet--contemplated the occasion with misgiving amounting almost to trepidation.

the provincial capital and largest city in Ontario (and the largest city in Canada)

From this reading Still, everything considered, it was well not to be associated with the maintenance of peace when broad-brimmed sombreros and sheepskin, angora, or leather chaps careered down Main or Toronto Streets on bronchos that seemed as appreciative of the excitement as their riders themselves.

plural of “town” — an urban area with a fixed boundary that is smaller than a city

From this reading At such time it was no matter of regret among the Mounted Police that the policing of incorporated towns in the Canadian West was in an equivocal position to which they bowed.

activity leading to skilled behavior

From this reading The daily life of the West in those days, especially the part of it that dealt with law enforcement, was sufficient training in itself to arouse something like indifference to ordinary perils.

a feeling of alarm or dread

From this reading Stores closed early, citizens with any claim to being old-timers--and that was the leading ambition locally--retired unobtrusively to their homes, and even the bars, which stood to profit materially from the visit of lively young bloods whose veins had been swelling for months without outlet--or inlet--contemplated the occasion with misgiving amounting almost to trepidation.

in an unobtrusive manner

From this reading Stores closed early, citizens with any claim to being old-timers--and that was the leading ambition locally--retired unobtrusively to their homes, and even the bars, which stood to profit materially from the visit of lively young bloods whose veins had been swelling for months without outlet--or inlet--contemplated the occasion with misgiving amounting almost to trepidation.

plural of “vein” — a blood vessel that carries blood from the capillaries toward the heart

From this reading Stores closed early, citizens with any claim to being old-timers--and that was the leading ambition locally--retired unobtrusively to their homes, and even the bars, which stood to profit materially from the visit of lively young bloods whose veins had been swelling for months without outlet--or inlet--contemplated the occasion with misgiving amounting almost to trepidation.

go to see a place, as for entertainment

From this reading Stores closed early, citizens with any claim to being old-timers--and that was the leading ambition locally--retired unobtrusively to their homes, and even the bars, which stood to profit materially from the visit of lively young bloods whose veins had been swelling for months without outlet--or inlet--contemplated the occasion with misgiving amounting almost to trepidation.

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

From this reading DAKOTA RUNS AMOK Cattle shipping, as any other event that collected cowboys, was a time of some anxiety in Medicine Hat.

(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)

From this reading Still, everything considered, it was well not to be associated with the maintenance of peace when broad-brimmed sombreros and sheepskin, angora, or leather chaps careered down Main or Toronto Streets on bronchos that seemed as appreciative of the excitement as their riders themselves.

the countries of (originally) Europe and (now including) North America and South America

From this reading The daily life of the West in those days, especially the part of it that dealt with law enforcement, was sufficient training in itself to arouse something like indifference to ordinary perils.

at the time that

From this reading Still, everything considered, it was well not to be associated with the maintenance of peace when broad-brimmed sombreros and sheepskin, angora, or leather chaps careered down Main or Toronto Streets on bronchos that seemed as appreciative of the excitement as their riders themselves.

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

From this reading Stores closed early, citizens with any claim to being old-timers--and that was the leading ambition locally--retired unobtrusively to their homes, and even the bars, which stood to profit materially from the visit of lively young bloods whose veins had been swelling for months without outlet--or inlet--contemplated the occasion with misgiving amounting almost to trepidation.

belonging to which person

From this reading Stores closed early, citizens with any claim to being old-timers--and that was the leading ambition locally--retired unobtrusively to their homes, and even the bars, which stood to profit materially from the visit of lively young bloods whose veins had been swelling for months without outlet--or inlet--contemplated the occasion with misgiving amounting almost to trepidation.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Stores closed early, citizens with any claim to being old-timers--and that was the leading ambition locally--retired unobtrusively to their homes, and even the bars, which stood to profit materially from the visit of lively young bloods whose veins had been swelling for months without outlet--or inlet--contemplated the occasion with misgiving amounting almost to trepidation.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading Stores closed early, citizens with any claim to being old-timers--and that was the leading ambition locally--retired unobtrusively to their homes, and even the bars, which stood to profit materially from the visit of lively young bloods whose veins had been swelling for months without outlet--or inlet--contemplated the occasion with misgiving amounting almost to trepidation.

(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth

From this reading Stores closed early, citizens with any claim to being old-timers--and that was the leading ambition locally--retired unobtrusively to their homes, and even the bars, which stood to profit materially from the visit of lively young bloods whose veins had been swelling for months without outlet--or inlet--contemplated the occasion with misgiving amounting almost to trepidation.