Chapter I · Chapter 1

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From this reading "That settles Number 10," said Sissy, grimly 7 Left the room with such uncompromising hauteur ... that her aunt again exploded 13 "Please, Mr. Garvan," she said 17 The Rest of the Madigans 29 Seizing Sissy in his arms, he bore her off to bed 35 "Play it, then, you mean thing," she cried, ... "if it's going to do you any good!"

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From this reading 101 She glanced up the incline of the see-saw to the height whence Irene looked down 153 "I want you--come!" the Indian princess announced 163 They had coasted only half a block 169 "Oh, you needn't glare at me!" exclaimed Bep 183 A train meant domesticity and dignity to Sissy.

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From this reading "That settles Number 10," said Sissy, grimly 7 Left the room with such uncompromising hauteur ... that her aunt again exploded 13 "Please, Mr. Garvan," she said 17 The Rest of the Madigans 29 Seizing Sissy in his arms, he bore her off to bed 35 "Play it, then, you mean thing," she cried, ... "if it's going to do you any good!"

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From this reading 101 She glanced up the incline of the see-saw to the height whence Irene looked down 153 "I want you--come!" the Indian princess announced 163 They had coasted only half a block 169 "Oh, you needn't glare at me!" exclaimed Bep 183 A train meant domesticity and dignity to Sissy.

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From this reading 101 She glanced up the incline of the see-saw to the height whence Irene looked down 153 "I want you--come!" the Indian princess announced 163 They had coasted only half a block 169 "Oh, you needn't glare at me!" exclaimed Bep 183 A train meant domesticity and dignity to Sissy.

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From this reading 101 She glanced up the incline of the see-saw to the height whence Irene looked down 153 "I want you--come!" the Indian princess announced 163 They had coasted only half a block 169 "Oh, you needn't glare at me!" exclaimed Bep 183 A train meant domesticity and dignity to Sissy.

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From this reading "That settles Number 10," said Sissy, grimly 7 Left the room with such uncompromising hauteur ... that her aunt again exploded 13 "Please, Mr. Garvan," she said 17 The Rest of the Madigans 29 Seizing Sissy in his arms, he bore her off to bed 35 "Play it, then, you mean thing," she cried, ... "if it's going to do you any good!"

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From this reading 101 She glanced up the incline of the see-saw to the height whence Irene looked down 153 "I want you--come!" the Indian princess announced 163 They had coasted only half a block 169 "Oh, you needn't glare at me!" exclaimed Bep 183 A train meant domesticity and dignity to Sissy.

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From this reading In Split it bred and fostered a spirit of coquetry 223 Stamping ... in a frenzy 229 Madigan banged the door behind him as he fled 237 "Here would I rest," she chanted 253 She walked a step or two with him 261 THE MADIGANS CECILIA THE PHARISEE I, Cecilia Morgan Madigan, being of sound mind and in purfect bodily health, and residing in Virginia City, Nevada, do hereby on this first day of April solemnly promise:

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From this reading In Split it bred and fostered a spirit of coquetry 223 Stamping ... in a frenzy 229 Madigan banged the door behind him as he fled 237 "Here would I rest," she chanted 253 She walked a step or two with him 261 THE MADIGANS CECILIA THE PHARISEE I, Cecilia Morgan Madigan, being of sound mind and in purfect bodily health, and residing in Virginia City, Nevada, do hereby on this first day of April solemnly promise:

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From this reading In Split it bred and fostered a spirit of coquetry 223 Stamping ... in a frenzy 229 Madigan banged the door behind him as he fled 237 "Here would I rest," she chanted 253 She walked a step or two with him 261 THE MADIGANS CECILIA THE PHARISEE I, Cecilia Morgan Madigan, being of sound mind and in purfect bodily health, and residing in Virginia City, Nevada, do hereby on this first day of April solemnly promise:

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From this reading In Split it bred and fostered a spirit of coquetry 223 Stamping ... in a frenzy 229 Madigan banged the door behind him as he fled 237 "Here would I rest," she chanted 253 She walked a step or two with him 261 THE MADIGANS CECILIA THE PHARISEE I, Cecilia Morgan Madigan, being of sound mind and in purfect bodily health, and residing in Virginia City, Nevada, do hereby on this first day of April solemnly promise:

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From this reading In Split it bred and fostered a spirit of coquetry 223 Stamping ... in a frenzy 229 Madigan banged the door behind him as he fled 237 "Here would I rest," she chanted 253 She walked a step or two with him 261 THE MADIGANS CECILIA THE PHARISEE I, Cecilia Morgan Madigan, being of sound mind and in purfect bodily health, and residing in Virginia City, Nevada, do hereby on this first day of April solemnly promise:

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From this reading "That settles Number 10," said Sissy, grimly 7 Left the room with such uncompromising hauteur ... that her aunt again exploded 13 "Please, Mr. Garvan," she said 17 The Rest of the Madigans 29 Seizing Sissy in his arms, he bore her off to bed 35 "Play it, then, you mean thing," she cried, ... "if it's going to do you any good!"

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From this reading "That settles Number 10," said Sissy, grimly 7 Left the room with such uncompromising hauteur ... that her aunt again exploded 13 "Please, Mr. Garvan," she said 17 The Rest of the Madigans 29 Seizing Sissy in his arms, he bore her off to bed 35 "Play it, then, you mean thing," she cried, ... "if it's going to do you any good!"

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From this reading 47 "Go and shake hands properly, like a little gentleman," bullied Mrs. Pemberton 53 Of the design and construction of which he was quite vain 63 The Belle of the Afternoon 71 She was pronounced a "regular little love" by the Misses Bryne-Stivers 91 "I don't see how you're going to dance in them" 95

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From this reading 47 "Go and shake hands properly, like a little gentleman," bullied Mrs. Pemberton 53 Of the design and construction of which he was quite vain 63 The Belle of the Afternoon 71 She was pronounced a "regular little love" by the Misses Bryne-Stivers 91 "I don't see how you're going to dance in them" 95

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From this reading 47 "Go and shake hands properly, like a little gentleman," bullied Mrs. Pemberton 53 Of the design and construction of which he was quite vain 63 The Belle of the Afternoon 71 She was pronounced a "regular little love" by the Misses Bryne-Stivers 91 "I don't see how you're going to dance in them" 95

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From this reading "That settles Number 10," said Sissy, grimly 7 Left the room with such uncompromising hauteur ... that her aunt again exploded 13 "Please, Mr. Garvan," she said 17 The Rest of the Madigans 29 Seizing Sissy in his arms, he bore her off to bed 35 "Play it, then, you mean thing," she cried, ... "if it's going to do you any good!"

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From this reading 47 "Go and shake hands properly, like a little gentleman," bullied Mrs. Pemberton 53 Of the design and construction of which he was quite vain 63 The Belle of the Afternoon 71 She was pronounced a "regular little love" by the Misses Bryne-Stivers 91 "I don't see how you're going to dance in them" 95

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From this reading 47 "Go and shake hands properly, like a little gentleman," bullied Mrs. Pemberton 53 Of the design and construction of which he was quite vain 63 The Belle of the Afternoon 71 She was pronounced a "regular little love" by the Misses Bryne-Stivers 91 "I don't see how you're going to dance in them" 95

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From this reading 47 "Go and shake hands properly, like a little gentleman," bullied Mrs. Pemberton 53 Of the design and construction of which he was quite vain 63 The Belle of the Afternoon 71 She was pronounced a "regular little love" by the Misses Bryne-Stivers 91 "I don't see how you're going to dance in them" 95

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

From this reading 47 "Go and shake hands properly, like a little gentleman," bullied Mrs. Pemberton 53 Of the design and construction of which he was quite vain 63 The Belle of the Afternoon 71 She was pronounced a "regular little love" by the Misses Bryne-Stivers 91 "I don't see how you're going to dance in them" 95

the part of the day between noon and evening

From this reading 47 "Go and shake hands properly, like a little gentleman," bullied Mrs. Pemberton 53 Of the design and construction of which he was quite vain 63 The Belle of the Afternoon 71 She was pronounced a "regular little love" by the Misses Bryne-Stivers 91 "I don't see how you're going to dance in them" 95

anew

From this reading "That settles Number 10," said Sissy, grimly 7 Left the room with such uncompromising hauteur ... that her aunt again exploded 13 "Please, Mr. Garvan," she said 17 The Rest of the Madigans 29 Seizing Sissy in his arms, he bore her off to bed 35 "Play it, then, you mean thing," she cried, ... "if it's going to do you any good!"

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

From this reading 47 "Go and shake hands properly, like a little gentleman," bullied Mrs. Pemberton 53 Of the design and construction of which he was quite vain 63 The Belle of the Afternoon 71 She was pronounced a "regular little love" by the Misses Bryne-Stivers 91 "I don't see how you're going to dance in them" 95

declared publicly; made widely known

From this reading 101 She glanced up the incline of the see-saw to the height whence Irene looked down 153 "I want you--come!" the Indian princess announced 163 They had coasted only half a block 169 "Oh, you needn't glare at me!" exclaimed Bep 183 A train meant domesticity and dignity to Sissy.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading "That settles Number 10," said Sissy, grimly 7 Left the room with such uncompromising hauteur ... that her aunt again exploded 13 "Please, Mr. Garvan," she said 17 The Rest of the Madigans 29 Seizing Sissy in his arms, he bore her off to bed 35 "Play it, then, you mean thing," she cried, ... "if it's going to do you any good!"

the month following March and preceding May

From this reading In Split it bred and fostered a spirit of coquetry 223 Stamping ... in a frenzy 229 Madigan banged the door behind him as he fled 237 "Here would I rest," she chanted 253 She walked a step or two with him 261 THE MADIGANS CECILIA THE PHARISEE I, Cecilia Morgan Madigan, being of sound mind and in purfect bodily health, and residing in Virginia City, Nevada, do hereby on this first day of April solemnly promise:

weapons considered collectively

From this reading "That settles Number 10," said Sissy, grimly 7 Left the room with such uncompromising hauteur ... that her aunt again exploded 13 "Please, Mr. Garvan," she said 17 The Rest of the Madigans 29 Seizing Sissy in his arms, he bore her off to bed 35 "Play it, then, you mean thing," she cried, ... "if it's going to do you any good!"

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

From this reading In Split it bred and fostered a spirit of coquetry 223 Stamping ... in a frenzy 229 Madigan banged the door behind him as he fled 237 "Here would I rest," she chanted 253 She walked a step or two with him 261 THE MADIGANS CECILIA THE PHARISEE I, Cecilia Morgan Madigan, being of sound mind and in purfect bodily health, and residing in Virginia City, Nevada, do hereby on this first day of April solemnly promise:

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading 101 She glanced up the incline of the see-saw to the height whence Irene looked down 153 "I want you--come!" the Indian princess announced 163 They had coasted only half a block 169 "Oh, you needn't glare at me!" exclaimed Bep 183 A train meant domesticity and dignity to Sissy.

the sister of your father or mother; the wife of your uncle

From this reading "That settles Number 10," said Sissy, grimly 7 Left the room with such uncompromising hauteur ... that her aunt again exploded 13 "Please, Mr. Garvan," she said 17 The Rest of the Madigans 29 Seizing Sissy in his arms, he bore her off to bed 35 "Play it, then, you mean thing," she cried, ... "if it's going to do you any good!"

past form of “bang” — strike violently

From this reading In Split it bred and fostered a spirit of coquetry 223 Stamping ... in a frenzy 229 Madigan banged the door behind him as he fled 237 "Here would I rest," she chanted 253 She walked a step or two with him 261 THE MADIGANS CECILIA THE PHARISEE I, Cecilia Morgan Madigan, being of sound mind and in purfect bodily health, and residing in Virginia City, Nevada, do hereby on this first day of April solemnly promise:

a piece of furniture that provides a place to sleep

From this reading "That settles Number 10," said Sissy, grimly 7 Left the room with such uncompromising hauteur ... that her aunt again exploded 13 "Please, Mr. Garvan," she said 17 The Rest of the Madigans 29 Seizing Sissy in his arms, he bore her off to bed 35 "Play it, then, you mean thing," she cried, ... "if it's going to do you any good!"

at or toward the back of something

From this reading In Split it bred and fostered a spirit of coquetry 223 Stamping ... in a frenzy 229 Madigan banged the door behind him as he fled 237 "Here would I rest," she chanted 253 She walked a step or two with him 261 THE MADIGANS CECILIA THE PHARISEE I, Cecilia Morgan Madigan, being of sound mind and in purfect bodily health, and residing in Virginia City, Nevada, do hereby on this first day of April solemnly promise:

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading In Split it bred and fostered a spirit of coquetry 223 Stamping ... in a frenzy 229 Madigan banged the door behind him as he fled 237 "Here would I rest," she chanted 253 She walked a step or two with him 261 THE MADIGANS CECILIA THE PHARISEE I, Cecilia Morgan Madigan, being of sound mind and in purfect bodily health, and residing in Virginia City, Nevada, do hereby on this first day of April solemnly promise:

a young woman who is the most charming and beautiful of several rivals

From this reading 47 "Go and shake hands properly, like a little gentleman," bullied Mrs. Pemberton 53 Of the design and construction of which he was quite vain 63 The Belle of the Afternoon 71 She was pronounced a "regular little love" by the Misses Bryne-Stivers 91 "I don't see how you're going to dance in them" 95

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From this reading 101 She glanced up the incline of the see-saw to the height whence Irene looked down 153 "I want you--come!" the Indian princess announced 163 They had coasted only half a block 169 "Oh, you needn't glare at me!" exclaimed Bep 183 A train meant domesticity and dignity to Sissy.

a solid piece of something (usually having flat rectangular sides)

From this reading 101 She glanced up the incline of the see-saw to the height whence Irene looked down 153 "I want you--come!" the Indian princess announced 163 They had coasted only half a block 169 "Oh, you needn't glare at me!" exclaimed Bep 183 A train meant domesticity and dignity to Sissy.

in bodily form

From this reading In Split it bred and fostered a spirit of coquetry 223 Stamping ... in a frenzy 229 Madigan banged the door behind him as he fled 237 "Here would I rest," she chanted 253 She walked a step or two with him 261 THE MADIGANS CECILIA THE PHARISEE I, Cecilia Morgan Madigan, being of sound mind and in purfect bodily health, and residing in Virginia City, Nevada, do hereby on this first day of April solemnly promise:

cause to be bored

From this reading "That settles Number 10," said Sissy, grimly 7 Left the room with such uncompromising hauteur ... that her aunt again exploded 13 "Please, Mr. Garvan," she said 17 The Rest of the Madigans 29 Seizing Sissy in his arms, he bore her off to bed 35 "Play it, then, you mean thing," she cried, ... "if it's going to do you any good!"

inflected form of “breed” — call forth

From this reading In Split it bred and fostered a spirit of coquetry 223 Stamping ... in a frenzy 229 Madigan banged the door behind him as he fled 237 "Here would I rest," she chanted 253 She walked a step or two with him 261 THE MADIGANS CECILIA THE PHARISEE I, Cecilia Morgan Madigan, being of sound mind and in purfect bodily health, and residing in Virginia City, Nevada, do hereby on this first day of April solemnly promise:

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From this reading 47 "Go and shake hands properly, like a little gentleman," bullied Mrs. Pemberton 53 Of the design and construction of which he was quite vain 63 The Belle of the Afternoon 71 She was pronounced a "regular little love" by the Misses Bryne-Stivers 91 "I don't see how you're going to dance in them" 95

inflected form of “bully” — be bossy towards

From this reading 47 "Go and shake hands properly, like a little gentleman," bullied Mrs. Pemberton 53 Of the design and construction of which he was quite vain 63 The Belle of the Afternoon 71 She was pronounced a "regular little love" by the Misses Bryne-Stivers 91 "I don't see how you're going to dance in them" 95

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading "But is she _very_ sick?"

showing who or what does the action

From this reading 47 "Go and shake hands properly, like a little gentleman," bullied Mrs. Pemberton 53 Of the design and construction of which he was quite vain 63 The Belle of the Afternoon 71 She was pronounced a "regular little love" by the Misses Bryne-Stivers 91 "I don't see how you're going to dance in them" 95

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From this reading In Split it bred and fostered a spirit of coquetry 223 Stamping ... in a frenzy 229 Madigan banged the door behind him as he fled 237 "Here would I rest," she chanted 253 She walked a step or two with him 261 THE MADIGANS CECILIA THE PHARISEE I, Cecilia Morgan Madigan, being of sound mind and in purfect bodily health, and residing in Virginia City, Nevada, do hereby on this first day of April solemnly promise:

sung or uttered rhythmically in a monotone

From this reading In Split it bred and fostered a spirit of coquetry 223 Stamping ... in a frenzy 229 Madigan banged the door behind him as he fled 237 "Here would I rest," she chanted 253 She walked a step or two with him 261 THE MADIGANS CECILIA THE PHARISEE I, Cecilia Morgan Madigan, being of sound mind and in purfect bodily health, and residing in Virginia City, Nevada, do hereby on this first day of April solemnly promise:

a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts

From this reading In Split it bred and fostered a spirit of coquetry 223 Stamping ... in a frenzy 229 Madigan banged the door behind him as he fled 237 "Here would I rest," she chanted 253 She walked a step or two with him 261 THE MADIGANS CECILIA THE PHARISEE I, Cecilia Morgan Madigan, being of sound mind and in purfect bodily health, and residing in Virginia City, Nevada, do hereby on this first day of April solemnly promise:

past form of “coast” — move effortlessly; by force of gravity

From this reading 101 She glanced up the incline of the see-saw to the height whence Irene looked down 153 "I want you--come!" the Indian princess announced 163 They had coasted only half a block 169 "Oh, you needn't glare at me!" exclaimed Bep 183 A train meant domesticity and dignity to Sissy.

move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading 101 She glanced up the incline of the see-saw to the height whence Irene looked down 153 "I want you--come!" the Indian princess announced 163 They had coasted only half a block 169 "Oh, you needn't glare at me!" exclaimed Bep 183 A train meant domesticity and dignity to Sissy.

the act of constructing something

From this reading 47 "Go and shake hands properly, like a little gentleman," bullied Mrs. Pemberton 53 Of the design and construction of which he was quite vain 63 The Belle of the Afternoon 71 She was pronounced a "regular little love" by the Misses Bryne-Stivers 91 "I don't see how you're going to dance in them" 95

playful behavior intended to arouse sexual interest

From this reading In Split it bred and fostered a spirit of coquetry 223 Stamping ... in a frenzy 229 Madigan banged the door behind him as he fled 237 "Here would I rest," she chanted 253 She walked a step or two with him 261 THE MADIGANS CECILIA THE PHARISEE I, Cecilia Morgan Madigan, being of sound mind and in purfect bodily health, and residing in Virginia City, Nevada, do hereby on this first day of April solemnly promise:

inflected form of “cry” — utter a sudden loud cry

From this reading "That settles Number 10," said Sissy, grimly 7 Left the room with such uncompromising hauteur ... that her aunt again exploded 13 "Please, Mr. Garvan," she said 17 The Rest of the Madigans 29 Seizing Sissy in his arms, he bore her off to bed 35 "Play it, then, you mean thing," she cried, ... "if it's going to do you any good!"

an artistic form of nonverbal communication

From this reading 47 "Go and shake hands properly, like a little gentleman," bullied Mrs. Pemberton 53 Of the design and construction of which he was quite vain 63 The Belle of the Afternoon 71 She was pronounced a "regular little love" by the Misses Bryne-Stivers 91 "I don't see how you're going to dance in them" 95

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading In Split it bred and fostered a spirit of coquetry 223 Stamping ... in a frenzy 229 Madigan banged the door behind him as he fled 237 "Here would I rest," she chanted 253 She walked a step or two with him 261 THE MADIGANS CECILIA THE PHARISEE I, Cecilia Morgan Madigan, being of sound mind and in purfect bodily health, and residing in Virginia City, Nevada, do hereby on this first day of April solemnly promise:

the act of working out the form of something (as by making a sketch or outline or plan)

From this reading 47 "Go and shake hands properly, like a little gentleman," bullied Mrs. Pemberton 53 Of the design and construction of which he was quite vain 63 The Belle of the Afternoon 71 She was pronounced a "regular little love" by the Misses Bryne-Stivers 91 "I don't see how you're going to dance in them" 95

the quality of being worthy of esteem or respect

From this reading 101 She glanced up the incline of the see-saw to the height whence Irene looked down 153 "I want you--come!" the Indian princess announced 163 They had coasted only half a block 169 "Oh, you needn't glare at me!" exclaimed Bep 183 A train meant domesticity and dignity to Sissy.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading "That settles Number 10," said Sissy, grimly 7 Left the room with such uncompromising hauteur ... that her aunt again exploded 13 "Please, Mr. Garvan," she said 17 The Rest of the Madigans 29 Seizing Sissy in his arms, he bore her off to bed 35 "Play it, then, you mean thing," she cried, ... "if it's going to do you any good!"

the quality of being domestic or domesticated

From this reading 101 She glanced up the incline of the see-saw to the height whence Irene looked down 153 "I want you--come!" the Indian princess announced 163 They had coasted only half a block 169 "Oh, you needn't glare at me!" exclaimed Bep 183 A train meant domesticity and dignity to Sissy.

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From this reading 47 "Go and shake hands properly, like a little gentleman," bullied Mrs. Pemberton 53 Of the design and construction of which he was quite vain 63 The Belle of the Afternoon 71 She was pronounced a "regular little love" by the Misses Bryne-Stivers 91 "I don't see how you're going to dance in them" 95

a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle

From this reading In Split it bred and fostered a spirit of coquetry 223 Stamping ... in a frenzy 229 Madigan banged the door behind him as he fled 237 "Here would I rest," she chanted 253 She walked a step or two with him 261 THE MADIGANS CECILIA THE PHARISEE I, Cecilia Morgan Madigan, being of sound mind and in purfect bodily health, and residing in Virginia City, Nevada, do hereby on this first day of April solemnly promise:

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading 101 She glanced up the incline of the see-saw to the height whence Irene looked down 153 "I want you--come!" the Indian princess announced 163 They had coasted only half a block 169 "Oh, you needn't glare at me!" exclaimed Bep 183 A train meant domesticity and dignity to Sissy.

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

From this reading 101 She glanced up the incline of the see-saw to the height whence Irene looked down 153 "I want you--come!" the Indian princess announced 163 They had coasted only half a block 169 "Oh, you needn't glare at me!" exclaimed Bep 183 A train meant domesticity and dignity to Sissy.

showing the parts of something separated but in positions that show their correct relation to one another

From this reading "That settles Number 10," said Sissy, grimly 7 Left the room with such uncompromising hauteur ... that her aunt again exploded 13 "Please, Mr. Garvan," she said 17 The Rest of the Madigans 29 Seizing Sissy in his arms, he bore her off to bed 35 "Play it, then, you mean thing," she cried, ... "if it's going to do you any good!"

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading In Split it bred and fostered a spirit of coquetry 223 Stamping ... in a frenzy 229 Madigan banged the door behind him as he fled 237 "Here would I rest," she chanted 253 She walked a step or two with him 261 THE MADIGANS CECILIA THE PHARISEE I, Cecilia Morgan Madigan, being of sound mind and in purfect bodily health, and residing in Virginia City, Nevada, do hereby on this first day of April solemnly promise:

inflected form of “flee” — run away quickly

From this reading In Split it bred and fostered a spirit of coquetry 223 Stamping ... in a frenzy 229 Madigan banged the door behind him as he fled 237 "Here would I rest," she chanted 253 She walked a step or two with him 261 THE MADIGANS CECILIA THE PHARISEE I, Cecilia Morgan Madigan, being of sound mind and in purfect bodily health, and residing in Virginia City, Nevada, do hereby on this first day of April solemnly promise:

past form of “foster” — promote the growth of

From this reading In Split it bred and fostered a spirit of coquetry 223 Stamping ... in a frenzy 229 Madigan banged the door behind him as he fled 237 "Here would I rest," she chanted 253 She walked a step or two with him 261 THE MADIGANS CECILIA THE PHARISEE I, Cecilia Morgan Madigan, being of sound mind and in purfect bodily health, and residing in Virginia City, Nevada, do hereby on this first day of April solemnly promise:

state of violent mental agitation

From this reading In Split it bred and fostered a spirit of coquetry 223 Stamping ... in a frenzy 229 Madigan banged the door behind him as he fled 237 "Here would I rest," she chanted 253 She walked a step or two with him 261 THE MADIGANS CECILIA THE PHARISEE I, Cecilia Morgan Madigan, being of sound mind and in purfect bodily health, and residing in Virginia City, Nevada, do hereby on this first day of April solemnly promise:

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From this reading "That settles Number 10," said Sissy, grimly 7 Left the room with such uncompromising hauteur ... that her aunt again exploded 13 "Please, Mr. Garvan," she said 17 The Rest of the Madigans 29 Seizing Sissy in his arms, he bore her off to bed 35 "Play it, then, you mean thing," she cried, ... "if it's going to do you any good!"

a man of refinement

From this reading 47 "Go and shake hands properly, like a little gentleman," bullied Mrs. Pemberton 53 Of the design and construction of which he was quite vain 63 The Belle of the Afternoon 71 She was pronounced a "regular little love" by the Misses Bryne-Stivers 91 "I don't see how you're going to dance in them" 95

past form of “glance” — throw a glance at; take a brief look at

From this reading 101 She glanced up the incline of the see-saw to the height whence Irene looked down 153 "I want you--come!" the Indian princess announced 163 They had coasted only half a block 169 "Oh, you needn't glare at me!" exclaimed Bep 183 A train meant domesticity and dignity to Sissy.

a light within the field of vision that is brighter than the brightness to which the eyes are adapted

From this reading 101 She glanced up the incline of the see-saw to the height whence Irene looked down 153 "I want you--come!" the Indian princess announced 163 They had coasted only half a block 169 "Oh, you needn't glare at me!" exclaimed Bep 183 A train meant domesticity and dignity to Sissy.

change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading 47 "Go and shake hands properly, like a little gentleman," bullied Mrs. Pemberton 53 Of the design and construction of which he was quite vain 63 The Belle of the Afternoon 71 She was pronounced a "regular little love" by the Misses Bryne-Stivers 91 "I don't see how you're going to dance in them" 95

the act of departing

From this reading "That settles Number 10," said Sissy, grimly 7 Left the room with such uncompromising hauteur ... that her aunt again exploded 13 "Please, Mr. Garvan," she said 17 The Rest of the Madigans 29 Seizing Sissy in his arms, he bore her off to bed 35 "Play it, then, you mean thing," she cried, ... "if it's going to do you any good!"

having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified

From this reading "That settles Number 10," said Sissy, grimly 7 Left the room with such uncompromising hauteur ... that her aunt again exploded 13 "Please, Mr. Garvan," she said 17 The Rest of the Madigans 29 Seizing Sissy in his arms, he bore her off to bed 35 "Play it, then, you mean thing," she cried, ... "if it's going to do you any good!"

in a grim implacable manner

From this reading "That settles Number 10," said Sissy, grimly 7 Left the room with such uncompromising hauteur ... that her aunt again exploded 13 "Please, Mr. Garvan," she said 17 The Rest of the Madigans 29 Seizing Sissy in his arms, he bore her off to bed 35 "Play it, then, you mean thing," she cried, ... "if it's going to do you any good!"

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

From this reading 101 She glanced up the incline of the see-saw to the height whence Irene looked down 153 "I want you--come!" the Indian princess announced 163 They had coasted only half a block 169 "Oh, you needn't glare at me!" exclaimed Bep 183 A train meant domesticity and dignity to Sissy.

consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity

From this reading 101 She glanced up the incline of the see-saw to the height whence Irene looked down 153 "I want you--come!" the Indian princess announced 163 They had coasted only half a block 169 "Oh, you needn't glare at me!" exclaimed Bep 183 A train meant domesticity and dignity to Sissy.

(with “in”) guardianship over; in divorce cases it is the right to house and care for and discipline a child

From this reading 47 "Go and shake hands properly, like a little gentleman," bullied Mrs. Pemberton 53 Of the design and construction of which he was quite vain 63 The Belle of the Afternoon 71 She was pronounced a "regular little love" by the Misses Bryne-Stivers 91 "I don't see how you're going to dance in them" 95

overbearing pride evidenced by a superior manner toward inferiors

From this reading "That settles Number 10," said Sissy, grimly 7 Left the room with such uncompromising hauteur ... that her aunt again exploded 13 "Please, Mr. Garvan," she said 17 The Rest of the Madigans 29 Seizing Sissy in his arms, he bore her off to bed 35 "Play it, then, you mean thing," she cried, ... "if it's going to do you any good!"

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

From this reading "That settles Number 10," said Sissy, grimly 7 Left the room with such uncompromising hauteur ... that her aunt again exploded 13 "Please, Mr. Garvan," she said 17 The Rest of the Madigans 29 Seizing Sissy in his arms, he bore her off to bed 35 "Play it, then, you mean thing," she cried, ... "if it's going to do you any good!"

a healthy state of wellbeing free from disease

From this reading In Split it bred and fostered a spirit of coquetry 223 Stamping ... in a frenzy 229 Madigan banged the door behind him as he fled 237 "Here would I rest," she chanted 253 She walked a step or two with him 261 THE MADIGANS CECILIA THE PHARISEE I, Cecilia Morgan Madigan, being of sound mind and in purfect bodily health, and residing in Virginia City, Nevada, do hereby on this first day of April solemnly promise:

the vertical dimension of extension; distance from the base of something to the top

From this reading 101 She glanced up the incline of the see-saw to the height whence Irene looked down 153 "I want you--come!" the Indian princess announced 163 They had coasted only half a block 169 "Oh, you needn't glare at me!" exclaimed Bep 183 A train meant domesticity and dignity to Sissy.

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

From this reading "That settles Number 10," said Sissy, grimly 7 Left the room with such uncompromising hauteur ... that her aunt again exploded 13 "Please, Mr. Garvan," she said 17 The Rest of the Madigans 29 Seizing Sissy in his arms, he bore her off to bed 35 "Play it, then, you mean thing," she cried, ... "if it's going to do you any good!"

in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is

From this reading In Split it bred and fostered a spirit of coquetry 223 Stamping ... in a frenzy 229 Madigan banged the door behind him as he fled 237 "Here would I rest," she chanted 253 She walked a step or two with him 261 THE MADIGANS CECILIA THE PHARISEE I, Cecilia Morgan Madigan, being of sound mind and in purfect bodily health, and residing in Virginia City, Nevada, do hereby on this first day of April solemnly promise:

(formal) by means of this

From this reading In Split it bred and fostered a spirit of coquetry 223 Stamping ... in a frenzy 229 Madigan banged the door behind him as he fled 237 "Here would I rest," she chanted 253 She walked a step or two with him 261 THE MADIGANS CECILIA THE PHARISEE I, Cecilia Morgan Madigan, being of sound mind and in purfect bodily health, and residing in Virginia City, Nevada, do hereby on this first day of April solemnly promise:

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

From this reading In Split it bred and fostered a spirit of coquetry 223 Stamping ... in a frenzy 229 Madigan banged the door behind him as he fled 237 "Here would I rest," she chanted 253 She walked a step or two with him 261 THE MADIGANS CECILIA THE PHARISEE I, Cecilia Morgan Madigan, being of sound mind and in purfect bodily health, and residing in Virginia City, Nevada, do hereby on this first day of April solemnly promise:

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

From this reading "That settles Number 10," said Sissy, grimly 7 Left the room with such uncompromising hauteur ... that her aunt again exploded 13 "Please, Mr. Garvan," she said 17 The Rest of the Madigans 29 Seizing Sissy in his arms, he bore her off to bed 35 "Play it, then, you mean thing," she cried, ... "if it's going to do you any good!"

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From this reading 47 "Go and shake hands properly, like a little gentleman," bullied Mrs. Pemberton 53 Of the design and construction of which he was quite vain 63 The Belle of the Afternoon 71 She was pronounced a "regular little love" by the Misses Bryne-Stivers 91 "I don't see how you're going to dance in them" 95

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

From this reading 47 "Go and shake hands properly, like a little gentleman," bullied Mrs. Pemberton 53 Of the design and construction of which he was quite vain 63 The Belle of the Afternoon 71 She was pronounced a "regular little love" by the Misses Bryne-Stivers 91 "I don't see how you're going to dance in them" 95

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading "That settles Number 10," said Sissy, grimly 7 Left the room with such uncompromising hauteur ... that her aunt again exploded 13 "Please, Mr. Garvan," she said 17 The Rest of the Madigans 29 Seizing Sissy in his arms, he bore her off to bed 35 "Play it, then, you mean thing," she cried, ... "if it's going to do you any good!"

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

From this reading "That settles Number 10," said Sissy, grimly 7 Left the room with such uncompromising hauteur ... that her aunt again exploded 13 "Please, Mr. Garvan," she said 17 The Rest of the Madigans 29 Seizing Sissy in his arms, he bore her off to bed 35 "Play it, then, you mean thing," she cried, ... "if it's going to do you any good!"

an elevated geological formation

From this reading 101 She glanced up the incline of the see-saw to the height whence Irene looked down 153 "I want you--come!" the Indian princess announced 163 They had coasted only half a block 169 "Oh, you needn't glare at me!" exclaimed Bep 183 A train meant domesticity and dignity to Sissy.

of or relating to or characteristic of India or the East Indies or their peoples or languages or cultures

From this reading 101 She glanced up the incline of the see-saw to the height whence Irene looked down 153 "I want you--come!" the Indian princess announced 163 They had coasted only half a block 169 "Oh, you needn't glare at me!" exclaimed Bep 183 A train meant domesticity and dignity to Sissy.

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From this reading 101 She glanced up the incline of the see-saw to the height whence Irene looked down 153 "I want you--come!" the Indian princess announced 163 They had coasted only half a block 169 "Oh, you needn't glare at me!" exclaimed Bep 183 A train meant domesticity and dignity to Sissy.

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

From this reading "But is she _very_ sick?"

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading "That settles Number 10," said Sissy, grimly 7 Left the room with such uncompromising hauteur ... that her aunt again exploded 13 "Please, Mr. Garvan," she said 17 The Rest of the Madigans 29 Seizing Sissy in his arms, he bore her off to bed 35 "Play it, then, you mean thing," she cried, ... "if it's going to do you any good!"

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From this reading "That settles Number 10," said Sissy, grimly 7 Left the room with such uncompromising hauteur ... that her aunt again exploded 13 "Please, Mr. Garvan," she said 17 The Rest of the Madigans 29 Seizing Sissy in his arms, he bore her off to bed 35 "Play it, then, you mean thing," she cried, ... "if it's going to do you any good!"

location near or direction toward the left side; i.e. the side to the north when a person or object faces east

From this reading "That settles Number 10," said Sissy, grimly 7 Left the room with such uncompromising hauteur ... that her aunt again exploded 13 "Please, Mr. Garvan," she said 17 The Rest of the Madigans 29 Seizing Sissy in his arms, he bore her off to bed 35 "Play it, then, you mean thing," she cried, ... "if it's going to do you any good!"

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading 47 "Go and shake hands properly, like a little gentleman," bullied Mrs. Pemberton 53 Of the design and construction of which he was quite vain 63 The Belle of the Afternoon 71 She was pronounced a "regular little love" by the Misses Bryne-Stivers 91 "I don't see how you're going to dance in them" 95

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading 47 "Go and shake hands properly, like a little gentleman," bullied Mrs. Pemberton 53 Of the design and construction of which he was quite vain 63 The Belle of the Afternoon 71 She was pronounced a "regular little love" by the Misses Bryne-Stivers 91 "I don't see how you're going to dance in them" 95

past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading 101 She glanced up the incline of the see-saw to the height whence Irene looked down 153 "I want you--come!" the Indian princess announced 163 They had coasted only half a block 169 "Oh, you needn't glare at me!" exclaimed Bep 183 A train meant domesticity and dignity to Sissy.

a strong positive emotion of regard and affection

From this reading 47 "Go and shake hands properly, like a little gentleman," bullied Mrs. Pemberton 53 Of the design and construction of which he was quite vain 63 The Belle of the Afternoon 71 She was pronounced a "regular little love" by the Misses Bryne-Stivers 91 "I don't see how you're going to dance in them" 95

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From this reading In Split it bred and fostered a spirit of coquetry 223 Stamping ... in a frenzy 229 Madigan banged the door behind him as he fled 237 "Here would I rest," she chanted 253 She walked a step or two with him 261 THE MADIGANS CECILIA THE PHARISEE I, Cecilia Morgan Madigan, being of sound mind and in purfect bodily health, and residing in Virginia City, Nevada, do hereby on this first day of April solemnly promise:

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

From this reading "That settles Number 10," said Sissy, grimly 7 Left the room with such uncompromising hauteur ... that her aunt again exploded 13 "Please, Mr. Garvan," she said 17 The Rest of the Madigans 29 Seizing Sissy in his arms, he bore her off to bed 35 "Play it, then, you mean thing," she cried, ... "if it's going to do you any good!"

the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading 101 She glanced up the incline of the see-saw to the height whence Irene looked down 153 "I want you--come!" the Indian princess announced 163 They had coasted only half a block 169 "Oh, you needn't glare at me!" exclaimed Bep 183 A train meant domesticity and dignity to Sissy.

mean or intend to express or convey

From this reading "That settles Number 10," said Sissy, grimly 7 Left the room with such uncompromising hauteur ... that her aunt again exploded 13 "Please, Mr. Garvan," she said 17 The Rest of the Madigans 29 Seizing Sissy in his arms, he bore her off to bed 35 "Play it, then, you mean thing," she cried, ... "if it's going to do you any good!"

inflected form of “mean” — mean or intend to express or convey

From this reading 101 She glanced up the incline of the see-saw to the height whence Irene looked down 153 "I want you--come!" the Indian princess announced 163 They had coasted only half a block 169 "Oh, you needn't glare at me!" exclaimed Bep 183 A train meant domesticity and dignity to Sissy.

The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.

From this reading In Split it bred and fostered a spirit of coquetry 223 Stamping ... in a frenzy 229 Madigan banged the door behind him as he fled 237 "Here would I rest," she chanted 253 She walked a step or two with him 261 THE MADIGANS CECILIA THE PHARISEE I, Cecilia Morgan Madigan, being of sound mind and in purfect bodily health, and residing in Virginia City, Nevada, do hereby on this first day of April solemnly promise:

plural of “miss” — a young female

From this reading 47 "Go and shake hands properly, like a little gentleman," bullied Mrs. Pemberton 53 Of the design and construction of which he was quite vain 63 The Belle of the Afternoon 71 She was pronounced a "regular little love" by the Misses Bryne-Stivers 91 "I don't see how you're going to dance in them" 95

United States anthropologist who studied the Seneca (1818-1881)

From this reading In Split it bred and fostered a spirit of coquetry 223 Stamping ... in a frenzy 229 Madigan banged the door behind him as he fled 237 "Here would I rest," she chanted 253 She walked a step or two with him 261 THE MADIGANS CECILIA THE PHARISEE I, Cecilia Morgan Madigan, being of sound mind and in purfect bodily health, and residing in Virginia City, Nevada, do hereby on this first day of April solemnly promise:

a form of address for a man

From this reading "That settles Number 10," said Sissy, grimly 7 Left the room with such uncompromising hauteur ... that her aunt again exploded 13 "Please, Mr. Garvan," she said 17 The Rest of the Madigans 29 Seizing Sissy in his arms, he bore her off to bed 35 "Play it, then, you mean thing," she cried, ... "if it's going to do you any good!"

a form of address for a married woman

From this reading 47 "Go and shake hands properly, like a little gentleman," bullied Mrs. Pemberton 53 Of the design and construction of which he was quite vain 63 The Belle of the Afternoon 71 She was pronounced a "regular little love" by the Misses Bryne-Stivers 91 "I don't see how you're going to dance in them" 95

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From this reading 101 She glanced up the incline of the see-saw to the height whence Irene looked down 153 "I want you--come!" the Indian princess announced 163 They had coasted only half a block 169 "Oh, you needn't glare at me!" exclaimed Bep 183 A train meant domesticity and dignity to Sissy.

a state in the western United States

From this reading In Split it bred and fostered a spirit of coquetry 223 Stamping ... in a frenzy 229 Madigan banged the door behind him as he fled 237 "Here would I rest," she chanted 253 She walked a step or two with him 261 THE MADIGANS CECILIA THE PHARISEE I, Cecilia Morgan Madigan, being of sound mind and in purfect bodily health, and residing in Virginia City, Nevada, do hereby on this first day of April solemnly promise:

the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals

From this reading "That settles Number 10," said Sissy, grimly 7 Left the room with such uncompromising hauteur ... that her aunt again exploded 13 "Please, Mr. Garvan," she said 17 The Rest of the Madigans 29 Seizing Sissy in his arms, he bore her off to bed 35 "Play it, then, you mean thing," she cried, ... "if it's going to do you any good!"

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading "That settles Number 10," said Sissy, grimly 7 Left the room with such uncompromising hauteur ... that her aunt again exploded 13 "Please, Mr. Garvan," she said 17 The Rest of the Madigans 29 Seizing Sissy in his arms, he bore her off to bed 35 "Play it, then, you mean thing," she cried, ... "if it's going to do you any good!"

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading "That settles Number 10," said Sissy, grimly 7 Left the room with such uncompromising hauteur ... that her aunt again exploded 13 "Please, Mr. Garvan," she said 17 The Rest of the Madigans 29 Seizing Sissy in his arms, he bore her off to bed 35 "Play it, then, you mean thing," she cried, ... "if it's going to do you any good!"

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

From this reading 101 She glanced up the incline of the see-saw to the height whence Irene looked down 153 "I want you--come!" the Indian princess announced 163 They had coasted only half a block 169 "Oh, you needn't glare at me!" exclaimed Bep 183 A train meant domesticity and dignity to Sissy.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading In Split it bred and fostered a spirit of coquetry 223 Stamping ... in a frenzy 229 Madigan banged the door behind him as he fled 237 "Here would I rest," she chanted 253 She walked a step or two with him 261 THE MADIGANS CECILIA THE PHARISEE I, Cecilia Morgan Madigan, being of sound mind and in purfect bodily health, and residing in Virginia City, Nevada, do hereby on this first day of April solemnly promise:

and nothing more

From this reading 101 She glanced up the incline of the see-saw to the height whence Irene looked down 153 "I want you--come!" the Indian princess announced 163 They had coasted only half a block 169 "Oh, you needn't glare at me!" exclaimed Bep 183 A train meant domesticity and dignity to Sissy.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading In Split it bred and fostered a spirit of coquetry 223 Stamping ... in a frenzy 229 Madigan banged the door behind him as he fled 237 "Here would I rest," she chanted 253 She walked a step or two with him 261 THE MADIGANS CECILIA THE PHARISEE I, Cecilia Morgan Madigan, being of sound mind and in purfect bodily health, and residing in Virginia City, Nevada, do hereby on this first day of April solemnly promise:

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From this reading 47 "Go and shake hands properly, like a little gentleman," bullied Mrs. Pemberton 53 Of the design and construction of which he was quite vain 63 The Belle of the Afternoon 71 She was pronounced a "regular little love" by the Misses Bryne-Stivers 91 "I don't see how you're going to dance in them" 95

a self-righteous or sanctimonious person

From this reading In Split it bred and fostered a spirit of coquetry 223 Stamping ... in a frenzy 229 Madigan banged the door behind him as he fled 237 "Here would I rest," she chanted 253 She walked a step or two with him 261 THE MADIGANS CECILIA THE PHARISEE I, Cecilia Morgan Madigan, being of sound mind and in purfect bodily health, and residing in Virginia City, Nevada, do hereby on this first day of April solemnly promise:

participate in games or sport

From this reading "That settles Number 10," said Sissy, grimly 7 Left the room with such uncompromising hauteur ... that her aunt again exploded 13 "Please, Mr. Garvan," she said 17 The Rest of the Madigans 29 Seizing Sissy in his arms, he bore her off to bed 35 "Play it, then, you mean thing," she cried, ... "if it's going to do you any good!"

give pleasure to or be pleasing to

From this reading "That settles Number 10," said Sissy, grimly 7 Left the room with such uncompromising hauteur ... that her aunt again exploded 13 "Please, Mr. Garvan," she said 17 The Rest of the Madigans 29 Seizing Sissy in his arms, he bore her off to bed 35 "Play it, then, you mean thing," she cried, ... "if it's going to do you any good!"

The daughter of a monarch; a female member of a royal family.

From this reading 101 She glanced up the incline of the see-saw to the height whence Irene looked down 153 "I want you--come!" the Indian princess announced 163 They had coasted only half a block 169 "Oh, you needn't glare at me!" exclaimed Bep 183 A train meant domesticity and dignity to Sissy.

make a promise or commitment

From this reading In Split it bred and fostered a spirit of coquetry 223 Stamping ... in a frenzy 229 Madigan banged the door behind him as he fled 237 "Here would I rest," she chanted 253 She walked a step or two with him 261 THE MADIGANS CECILIA THE PHARISEE I, Cecilia Morgan Madigan, being of sound mind and in purfect bodily health, and residing in Virginia City, Nevada, do hereby on this first day of April solemnly promise:

strongly marked; easily noticeable

From this reading 47 "Go and shake hands properly, like a little gentleman," bullied Mrs. Pemberton 53 Of the design and construction of which he was quite vain 63 The Belle of the Afternoon 71 She was pronounced a "regular little love" by the Misses Bryne-Stivers 91 "I don't see how you're going to dance in them" 95

in the right manner; correctly; suitably

From this reading 47 "Go and shake hands properly, like a little gentleman," bullied Mrs. Pemberton 53 Of the design and construction of which he was quite vain 63 The Belle of the Afternoon 71 She was pronounced a "regular little love" by the Misses Bryne-Stivers 91 "I don't see how you're going to dance in them" 95

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

From this reading In Split it bred and fostered a spirit of coquetry 223 Stamping ... in a frenzy 229 Madigan banged the door behind him as he fled 237 "Here would I rest," she chanted 253 She walked a step or two with him 261 THE MADIGANS CECILIA THE PHARISEE I, Cecilia Morgan Madigan, being of sound mind and in purfect bodily health, and residing in Virginia City, Nevada, do hereby on this first day of April solemnly promise:

to a degree (not used with a negative)

From this reading 47 "Go and shake hands properly, like a little gentleman," bullied Mrs. Pemberton 53 Of the design and construction of which he was quite vain 63 The Belle of the Afternoon 71 She was pronounced a "regular little love" by the Misses Bryne-Stivers 91 "I don't see how you're going to dance in them" 95

in accordance with fixed order or procedure or principle

From this reading 47 "Go and shake hands properly, like a little gentleman," bullied Mrs. Pemberton 53 Of the design and construction of which he was quite vain 63 The Belle of the Afternoon 71 She was pronounced a "regular little love" by the Misses Bryne-Stivers 91 "I don't see how you're going to dance in them" 95

-ing form of “reside” — make one's home in a particular place or community

From this reading In Split it bred and fostered a spirit of coquetry 223 Stamping ... in a frenzy 229 Madigan banged the door behind him as he fled 237 "Here would I rest," she chanted 253 She walked a step or two with him 261 THE MADIGANS CECILIA THE PHARISEE I, Cecilia Morgan Madigan, being of sound mind and in purfect bodily health, and residing in Virginia City, Nevada, do hereby on this first day of April solemnly promise:

not move; be in a resting position

From this reading "That settles Number 10," said Sissy, grimly 7 Left the room with such uncompromising hauteur ... that her aunt again exploded 13 "Please, Mr. Garvan," she said 17 The Rest of the Madigans 29 Seizing Sissy in his arms, he bore her off to bed 35 "Play it, then, you mean thing," she cried, ... "if it's going to do you any good!"

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

From this reading "That settles Number 10," said Sissy, grimly 7 Left the room with such uncompromising hauteur ... that her aunt again exploded 13 "Please, Mr. Garvan," she said 17 The Rest of the Madigans 29 Seizing Sissy in his arms, he bore her off to bed 35 "Play it, then, you mean thing," she cried, ... "if it's going to do you any good!"

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading "That settles Number 10," said Sissy, grimly 7 Left the room with such uncompromising hauteur ... that her aunt again exploded 13 "Please, Mr. Garvan," she said 17 The Rest of the Madigans 29 Seizing Sissy in his arms, he bore her off to bed 35 "Play it, then, you mean thing," she cried, ... "if it's going to do you any good!"

perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading 47 "Go and shake hands properly, like a little gentleman," bullied Mrs. Pemberton 53 Of the design and construction of which he was quite vain 63 The Belle of the Afternoon 71 She was pronounced a "regular little love" by the Misses Bryne-Stivers 91 "I don't see how you're going to dance in them" 95

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

From this reading 101 She glanced up the incline of the see-saw to the height whence Irene looked down 153 "I want you--come!" the Indian princess announced 163 They had coasted only half a block 169 "Oh, you needn't glare at me!" exclaimed Bep 183 A train meant domesticity and dignity to Sissy.

small stuff that is used for lashing two or more ropes together

From this reading "That settles Number 10," said Sissy, grimly 7 Left the room with such uncompromising hauteur ... that her aunt again exploded 13 "Please, Mr. Garvan," she said 17 The Rest of the Madigans 29 Seizing Sissy in his arms, he bore her off to bed 35 "Play it, then, you mean thing," she cried, ... "if it's going to do you any good!"

plural of “settle” — a long wooden bench with a back

From this reading "That settles Number 10," said Sissy, grimly 7 Left the room with such uncompromising hauteur ... that her aunt again exploded 13 "Please, Mr. Garvan," she said 17 The Rest of the Madigans 29 Seizing Sissy in his arms, he bore her off to bed 35 "Play it, then, you mean thing," she cried, ... "if it's going to do you any good!"

move or cause to move back and forth

From this reading 47 "Go and shake hands properly, like a little gentleman," bullied Mrs. Pemberton 53 Of the design and construction of which he was quite vain 63 The Belle of the Afternoon 71 She was pronounced a "regular little love" by the Misses Bryne-Stivers 91 "I don't see how you're going to dance in them" 95

a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading "That settles Number 10," said Sissy, grimly 7 Left the room with such uncompromising hauteur ... that her aunt again exploded 13 "Please, Mr. Garvan," she said 17 The Rest of the Madigans 29 Seizing Sissy in his arms, he bore her off to bed 35 "Play it, then, you mean thing," she cried, ... "if it's going to do you any good!"

affected by an impairment of normal physical or mental function

From this reading "But is she _very_ sick?"

a timid man or boy considered childish or unassertive

From this reading "That settles Number 10," said Sissy, grimly 7 Left the room with such uncompromising hauteur ... that her aunt again exploded 13 "Please, Mr. Garvan," she said 17 The Rest of the Madigans 29 Seizing Sissy in his arms, he bore her off to bed 35 "Play it, then, you mean thing," she cried, ... "if it's going to do you any good!"

in a grave and sedate manner

From this reading In Split it bred and fostered a spirit of coquetry 223 Stamping ... in a frenzy 229 Madigan banged the door behind him as he fled 237 "Here would I rest," she chanted 253 She walked a step or two with him 261 THE MADIGANS CECILIA THE PHARISEE I, Cecilia Morgan Madigan, being of sound mind and in purfect bodily health, and residing in Virginia City, Nevada, do hereby on this first day of April solemnly promise:

the particular auditory effect produced by a given cause

From this reading In Split it bred and fostered a spirit of coquetry 223 Stamping ... in a frenzy 229 Madigan banged the door behind him as he fled 237 "Here would I rest," she chanted 253 She walked a step or two with him 261 THE MADIGANS CECILIA THE PHARISEE I, Cecilia Morgan Madigan, being of sound mind and in purfect bodily health, and residing in Virginia City, Nevada, do hereby on this first day of April solemnly promise:

the vital principle or animating force within living things

From this reading In Split it bred and fostered a spirit of coquetry 223 Stamping ... in a frenzy 229 Madigan banged the door behind him as he fled 237 "Here would I rest," she chanted 253 She walked a step or two with him 261 THE MADIGANS CECILIA THE PHARISEE I, Cecilia Morgan Madigan, being of sound mind and in purfect bodily health, and residing in Virginia City, Nevada, do hereby on this first day of April solemnly promise:

separate into parts or portions

From this reading In Split it bred and fostered a spirit of coquetry 223 Stamping ... in a frenzy 229 Madigan banged the door behind him as he fled 237 "Here would I rest," she chanted 253 She walked a step or two with him 261 THE MADIGANS CECILIA THE PHARISEE I, Cecilia Morgan Madigan, being of sound mind and in purfect bodily health, and residing in Virginia City, Nevada, do hereby on this first day of April solemnly promise:

-ing form of “stamp” — walk heavily

From this reading In Split it bred and fostered a spirit of coquetry 223 Stamping ... in a frenzy 229 Madigan banged the door behind him as he fled 237 "Here would I rest," she chanted 253 She walked a step or two with him 261 THE MADIGANS CECILIA THE PHARISEE I, Cecilia Morgan Madigan, being of sound mind and in purfect bodily health, and residing in Virginia City, Nevada, do hereby on this first day of April solemnly promise:

any maneuver made as part of progress toward a goal

From this reading In Split it bred and fostered a spirit of coquetry 223 Stamping ... in a frenzy 229 Madigan banged the door behind him as he fled 237 "Here would I rest," she chanted 253 She walked a step or two with him 261 THE MADIGANS CECILIA THE PHARISEE I, Cecilia Morgan Madigan, being of sound mind and in purfect bodily health, and residing in Virginia City, Nevada, do hereby on this first day of April solemnly promise:

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading "That settles Number 10," said Sissy, grimly 7 Left the room with such uncompromising hauteur ... that her aunt again exploded 13 "Please, Mr. Garvan," she said 17 The Rest of the Madigans 29 Seizing Sissy in his arms, he bore her off to bed 35 "Play it, then, you mean thing," she cried, ... "if it's going to do you any good!"

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading "That settles Number 10," said Sissy, grimly 7 Left the room with such uncompromising hauteur ... that her aunt again exploded 13 "Please, Mr. Garvan," she said 17 The Rest of the Madigans 29 Seizing Sissy in his arms, he bore her off to bed 35 "Play it, then, you mean thing," she cried, ... "if it's going to do you any good!"

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

From this reading "That settles Number 10," said Sissy, grimly 7 Left the room with such uncompromising hauteur ... that her aunt again exploded 13 "Please, Mr. Garvan," she said 17 The Rest of the Madigans 29 Seizing Sissy in his arms, he bore her off to bed 35 "Play it, then, you mean thing," she cried, ... "if it's going to do you any good!"

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading 47 "Go and shake hands properly, like a little gentleman," bullied Mrs. Pemberton 53 Of the design and construction of which he was quite vain 63 The Belle of the Afternoon 71 She was pronounced a "regular little love" by the Misses Bryne-Stivers 91 "I don't see how you're going to dance in them" 95

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading "That settles Number 10," said Sissy, grimly 7 Left the room with such uncompromising hauteur ... that her aunt again exploded 13 "Please, Mr. Garvan," she said 17 The Rest of the Madigans 29 Seizing Sissy in his arms, he bore her off to bed 35 "Play it, then, you mean thing," she cried, ... "if it's going to do you any good!"

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

From this reading 101 She glanced up the incline of the see-saw to the height whence Irene looked down 153 "I want you--come!" the Indian princess announced 163 They had coasted only half a block 169 "Oh, you needn't glare at me!" exclaimed Bep 183 A train meant domesticity and dignity to Sissy.

a special situation

From this reading "That settles Number 10," said Sissy, grimly 7 Left the room with such uncompromising hauteur ... that her aunt again exploded 13 "Please, Mr. Garvan," she said 17 The Rest of the Madigans 29 Seizing Sissy in his arms, he bore her off to bed 35 "Play it, then, you mean thing," she cried, ... "if it's going to do you any good!"

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

From this reading In Split it bred and fostered a spirit of coquetry 223 Stamping ... in a frenzy 229 Madigan banged the door behind him as he fled 237 "Here would I rest," she chanted 253 She walked a step or two with him 261 THE MADIGANS CECILIA THE PHARISEE I, Cecilia Morgan Madigan, being of sound mind and in purfect bodily health, and residing in Virginia City, Nevada, do hereby on this first day of April solemnly promise:

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

From this reading "That settles Number 10," said Sissy, grimly 7 Left the room with such uncompromising hauteur ... that her aunt again exploded 13 "Please, Mr. Garvan," she said 17 The Rest of the Madigans 29 Seizing Sissy in his arms, he bore her off to bed 35 "Play it, then, you mean thing," she cried, ... "if it's going to do you any good!"

create by training and teaching

From this reading 101 She glanced up the incline of the see-saw to the height whence Irene looked down 153 "I want you--come!" the Indian princess announced 163 They had coasted only half a block 169 "Oh, you needn't glare at me!" exclaimed Bep 183 A train meant domesticity and dignity to Sissy.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading In Split it bred and fostered a spirit of coquetry 223 Stamping ... in a frenzy 229 Madigan banged the door behind him as he fled 237 "Here would I rest," she chanted 253 She walked a step or two with him 261 THE MADIGANS CECILIA THE PHARISEE I, Cecilia Morgan Madigan, being of sound mind and in purfect bodily health, and residing in Virginia City, Nevada, do hereby on this first day of April solemnly promise:

not making concessions

From this reading "That settles Number 10," said Sissy, grimly 7 Left the room with such uncompromising hauteur ... that her aunt again exploded 13 "Please, Mr. Garvan," she said 17 The Rest of the Madigans 29 Seizing Sissy in his arms, he bore her off to bed 35 "Play it, then, you mean thing," she cried, ... "if it's going to do you any good!"

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

From this reading 101 She glanced up the incline of the see-saw to the height whence Irene looked down 153 "I want you--come!" the Indian princess announced 163 They had coasted only half a block 169 "Oh, you needn't glare at me!" exclaimed Bep 183 A train meant domesticity and dignity to Sissy.

characteristic of false pride; having an exaggerated sense of self-importance

From this reading 47 "Go and shake hands properly, like a little gentleman," bullied Mrs. Pemberton 53 Of the design and construction of which he was quite vain 63 The Belle of the Afternoon 71 She was pronounced a "regular little love" by the Misses Bryne-Stivers 91 "I don't see how you're going to dance in them" 95

precisely as stated

From this reading "But is she _very_ sick?"

a state in the eastern United States; one of the original 13 colonies; one of the Confederate States in the American Civil War

From this reading In Split it bred and fostered a spirit of coquetry 223 Stamping ... in a frenzy 229 Madigan banged the door behind him as he fled 237 "Here would I rest," she chanted 253 She walked a step or two with him 261 THE MADIGANS CECILIA THE PHARISEE I, Cecilia Morgan Madigan, being of sound mind and in purfect bodily health, and residing in Virginia City, Nevada, do hereby on this first day of April solemnly promise:

past form of “walk” — use one's feet to advance; advance by steps

From this reading In Split it bred and fostered a spirit of coquetry 223 Stamping ... in a frenzy 229 Madigan banged the door behind him as he fled 237 "Here would I rest," she chanted 253 She walked a step or two with him 261 THE MADIGANS CECILIA THE PHARISEE I, Cecilia Morgan Madigan, being of sound mind and in purfect bodily health, and residing in Virginia City, Nevada, do hereby on this first day of April solemnly promise:

feel or have a desire for; want strongly

From this reading 101 She glanced up the incline of the see-saw to the height whence Irene looked down 153 "I want you--come!" the Indian princess announced 163 They had coasted only half a block 169 "Oh, you needn't glare at me!" exclaimed Bep 183 A train meant domesticity and dignity to Sissy.

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

From this reading 47 "Go and shake hands properly, like a little gentleman," bullied Mrs. Pemberton 53 Of the design and construction of which he was quite vain 63 The Belle of the Afternoon 71 She was pronounced a "regular little love" by the Misses Bryne-Stivers 91 "I don't see how you're going to dance in them" 95

an old word meaning “from where”

From this reading 101 She glanced up the incline of the see-saw to the height whence Irene looked down 153 "I want you--come!" the Indian princess announced 163 They had coasted only half a block 169 "Oh, you needn't glare at me!" exclaimed Bep 183 A train meant domesticity and dignity to Sissy.

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

From this reading 47 "Go and shake hands properly, like a little gentleman," bullied Mrs. Pemberton 53 Of the design and construction of which he was quite vain 63 The Belle of the Afternoon 71 She was pronounced a "regular little love" by the Misses Bryne-Stivers 91 "I don't see how you're going to dance in them" 95

in the company of; together with

From this reading "That settles Number 10," said Sissy, grimly 7 Left the room with such uncompromising hauteur ... that her aunt again exploded 13 "Please, Mr. Garvan," she said 17 The Rest of the Madigans 29 Seizing Sissy in his arms, he bore her off to bed 35 "Play it, then, you mean thing," she cried, ... "if it's going to do you any good!"

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading In Split it bred and fostered a spirit of coquetry 223 Stamping ... in a frenzy 229 Madigan banged the door behind him as he fled 237 "Here would I rest," she chanted 253 She walked a step or two with him 261 THE MADIGANS CECILIA THE PHARISEE I, Cecilia Morgan Madigan, being of sound mind and in purfect bodily health, and residing in Virginia City, Nevada, do hereby on this first day of April solemnly promise:

the person or people being spoken to

From this reading "That settles Number 10," said Sissy, grimly 7 Left the room with such uncompromising hauteur ... that her aunt again exploded 13 "Please, Mr. Garvan," she said 17 The Rest of the Madigans 29 Seizing Sissy in his arms, he bore her off to bed 35 "Play it, then, you mean thing," she cried, ... "if it's going to do you any good!"

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From this reading 47 "Go and shake hands properly, like a little gentleman," bullied Mrs. Pemberton 53 Of the design and construction of which he was quite vain 63 The Belle of the Afternoon 71 She was pronounced a "regular little love" by the Misses Bryne-Stivers 91 "I don't see how you're going to dance in them" 95