used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading I do know, however, that he grew restless if any considerable time elapsed without my having a clue worthy of his powers.
a mixture of gases (especially oxygen) required for breathing; the stuff that the wind consists of
From this reading "Fine, invigorating air this, Wigan," he remarked.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading As it happened we had two or three cases close together which stretched his powers to the utmost, and the extremely subtle manner in which he solved them shows him at his best.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading I do know, however, that he grew restless if any considerable time elapsed without my having a clue worthy of his powers.
arousedadjectiveUS /ərˈaʊzd/
aroused to action
From this reading THE DIFFICULTY OF BROTHER PYTHAGORAS Whether it was my statement that criminals had grown cleverer than they used to be which aroused Quarles's interest so effectually, or whether it was that success made him thirst for further fields to conquer, I do not know.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading As it happened we had two or three cases close together which stretched his powers to the utmost, and the extremely subtle manner in which he solved them shows him at his best.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading As it happened we had two or three cases close together which stretched his powers to the utmost, and the extremely subtle manner in which he solved them shows him at his best.
availableadjectiveUS /əˈveɪləbəl/
obtainable or accessible and ready for use or service
From this reading When I sent him a telegram from Fairtown, merely requesting him to join me there, I felt certain he would come by the first available train, and was at the station to meet him.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading THE DIFFICULTY OF BROTHER PYTHAGORAS Whether it was my statement that criminals had grown cleverer than they used to be which aroused Quarles's interest so effectually, or whether it was that success made him thirst for further fields to conquer, I do not know.
the supreme effort one can make
From this reading As it happened we had two or three cases close together which stretched his powers to the utmost, and the extremely subtle manner in which he solved them shows him at his best.
a male with the same parents as someone else
From this reading THE DIFFICULTY OF BROTHER PYTHAGORAS Whether it was my statement that criminals had grown cleverer than they used to be which aroused Quarles's interest so effectually, or whether it was that success made him thirst for further fields to conquer, I do not know.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading When I sent him a telegram from Fairtown, merely requesting him to join me there, I felt certain he would come by the first available train, and was at the station to meet him.
plural of “case” — an occurrence of something
From this reading As it happened we had two or three cases close together which stretched his powers to the utmost, and the extremely subtle manner in which he solved them shows him at his best.
definite but not specified or identified
From this reading When I sent him a telegram from Fairtown, merely requesting him to join me there, I felt certain he would come by the first available train, and was at the station to meet him.
clevereradjectiveUS /ˈklevərɜːr/
comparative of “clever” — showing self-interest and shrewdness in dealing with others
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at or within a short distance in space or time or having elements near each other
From this reading As it happened we had two or three cases close together which stretched his powers to the utmost, and the extremely subtle manner in which he solved them shows him at his best.
cluenounUS /kluː/
a slight indication
From this reading I do know, however, that he grew restless if any considerable time elapsed without my having a clue worthy of his powers.
move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading When I sent him a telegram from Fairtown, merely requesting him to join me there, I felt certain he would come by the first available train, and was at the station to meet him.
conquerverbUS /ˈkɑːŋkər/
bring under control by force or authority
From this reading THE DIFFICULTY OF BROTHER PYTHAGORAS Whether it was my statement that criminals had grown cleverer than they used to be which aroused Quarles's interest so effectually, or whether it was that success made him thirst for further fields to conquer, I do not know.
large or relatively large in number or amount or extent or degree
From this reading I do know, however, that he grew restless if any considerable time elapsed without my having a clue worthy of his powers.
criminalsnounUS /ˈkrɪmənəlz/
plural of “criminal” — someone who has committed a crime or has been legally convicted of a crime
From this reading THE DIFFICULTY OF BROTHER PYTHAGORAS Whether it was my statement that criminals had grown cleverer than they used to be which aroused Quarles's interest so effectually, or whether it was that success made him thirst for further fields to conquer, I do not know.
an effort that is inconvenient
From this reading THE DIFFICULTY OF BROTHER PYTHAGORAS Whether it was my statement that criminals had grown cleverer than they used to be which aroused Quarles's interest so effectually, or whether it was that success made him thirst for further fields to conquer, I do not know.
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading THE DIFFICULTY OF BROTHER PYTHAGORAS Whether it was my statement that criminals had grown cleverer than they used to be which aroused Quarles's interest so effectually, or whether it was that success made him thirst for further fields to conquer, I do not know.
effectuallyadverb
in an effectual manner
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elapsedadjectiveUS /ɪˈlæpst/
(of time) having passed or slipped by
From this reading I do know, however, that he grew restless if any considerable time elapsed without my having a clue worthy of his powers.
to a high degree or extent; favorably or with much respect
From this reading As it happened we had two or three cases close together which stretched his powers to the utmost, and the extremely subtle manner in which he solved them shows him at his best.
Fairtown
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From this reading When I sent him a telegram from Fairtown, merely requesting him to join me there, I felt certain he would come by the first available train, and was at the station to meet him.
mat together and make felt-like
From this reading When I sent him a telegram from Fairtown, merely requesting him to join me there, I felt certain he would come by the first available train, and was at the station to meet him.
United States comedian and film actor (1880-1946)
From this reading THE DIFFICULTY OF BROTHER PYTHAGORAS Whether it was my statement that criminals had grown cleverer than they used to be which aroused Quarles's interest so effectually, or whether it was that success made him thirst for further fields to conquer, I do not know.
being satisfactory or in satisfactory condition
From this reading "Fine, invigorating air this, Wigan," he remarked.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading When I sent him a telegram from Fairtown, merely requesting him to join me there, I felt certain he would come by the first available train, and was at the station to meet him.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading THE DIFFICULTY OF BROTHER PYTHAGORAS Whether it was my statement that criminals had grown cleverer than they used to be which aroused Quarles's interest so effectually, or whether it was that success made him thirst for further fields to conquer, I do not know.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading When I sent him a telegram from Fairtown, merely requesting him to join me there, I felt certain he would come by the first available train, and was at the station to meet him.
to or at a greater extent or degree or a more advanced stage (“further” is used more often than “farther” in this abstract sense)
From this reading THE DIFFICULTY OF BROTHER PYTHAGORAS Whether it was my statement that criminals had grown cleverer than they used to be which aroused Quarles's interest so effectually, or whether it was that success made him thirst for further fields to conquer, I do not know.
inflected form of “grow” — pass into a condition gradually, take on a specific property or attribute; become
From this reading I do know, however, that he grew restless if any considerable time elapsed without my having a clue worthy of his powers.
(of animals) fully developed
From this reading THE DIFFICULTY OF BROTHER PYTHAGORAS Whether it was my statement that criminals had grown cleverer than they used to be which aroused Quarles's interest so effectually, or whether it was that success made him thirst for further fields to conquer, I do not know.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading THE DIFFICULTY OF BROTHER PYTHAGORAS Whether it was my statement that criminals had grown cleverer than they used to be which aroused Quarles's interest so effectually, or whether it was that success made him thirst for further fields to conquer, I do not know.
past form of “happen” — come to pass
From this reading As it happened we had two or three cases close together which stretched his powers to the utmost, and the extremely subtle manner in which he solved them shows him at his best.
havingauxiliary verbUS /ˈhævɪŋ/
the -ing form of “have”
From this reading I do know, however, that he grew restless if any considerable time elapsed without my having a clue worthy of his powers.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading I do know, however, that he grew restless if any considerable time elapsed without my having a clue worthy of his powers.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading THE DIFFICULTY OF BROTHER PYTHAGORAS Whether it was my statement that criminals had grown cleverer than they used to be which aroused Quarles's interest so effectually, or whether it was that success made him thirst for further fields to conquer, I do not know.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading I do know, however, that he grew restless if any considerable time elapsed without my having a clue worthy of his powers.
used to add a contrasting statement
From this reading I do know, however, that he grew restless if any considerable time elapsed without my having a clue worthy of his powers.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading THE DIFFICULTY OF BROTHER PYTHAGORAS Whether it was my statement that criminals had grown cleverer than they used to be which aroused Quarles's interest so effectually, or whether it was that success made him thirst for further fields to conquer, I do not know.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading I do know, however, that he grew restless if any considerable time elapsed without my having a clue worthy of his powers.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading As it happened we had two or three cases close together which stretched his powers to the utmost, and the extremely subtle manner in which he solved them shows him at his best.
a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something
From this reading THE DIFFICULTY OF BROTHER PYTHAGORAS Whether it was my statement that criminals had grown cleverer than they used to be which aroused Quarles's interest so effectually, or whether it was that success made him thirst for further fields to conquer, I do not know.
invigoratingadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈvɪɡəreɪtɪŋ/
imparting strength and vitality
From this reading "Fine, invigorating air this, Wigan," he remarked.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading THE DIFFICULTY OF BROTHER PYTHAGORAS Whether it was my statement that criminals had grown cleverer than they used to be which aroused Quarles's interest so effectually, or whether it was that success made him thirst for further fields to conquer, I do not know.
become part of; become a member of a group or organization
From this reading When I sent him a telegram from Fairtown, merely requesting him to join me there, I felt certain he would come by the first available train, and was at the station to meet him.
be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading THE DIFFICULTY OF BROTHER PYTHAGORAS Whether it was my statement that criminals had grown cleverer than they used to be which aroused Quarles's interest so effectually, or whether it was that success made him thirst for further fields to conquer, I do not know.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading THE DIFFICULTY OF BROTHER PYTHAGORAS Whether it was my statement that criminals had grown cleverer than they used to be which aroused Quarles's interest so effectually, or whether it was that success made him thirst for further fields to conquer, I do not know.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading As it happened we had two or three cases close together which stretched his powers to the utmost, and the extremely subtle manner in which he solved them shows him at his best.
the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading When I sent him a telegram from Fairtown, merely requesting him to join me there, I felt certain he would come by the first available train, and was at the station to meet him.
come together
From this reading When I sent him a telegram from Fairtown, merely requesting him to join me there, I felt certain he would come by the first available train, and was at the station to meet him.
and nothing more
From this reading When I sent him a telegram from Fairtown, merely requesting him to join me there, I felt certain he would come by the first available train, and was at the station to meet him.
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading THE DIFFICULTY OF BROTHER PYTHAGORAS Whether it was my statement that criminals had grown cleverer than they used to be which aroused Quarles's interest so effectually, or whether it was that success made him thirst for further fields to conquer, I do not know.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading THE DIFFICULTY OF BROTHER PYTHAGORAS Whether it was my statement that criminals had grown cleverer than they used to be which aroused Quarles's interest so effectually, or whether it was that success made him thirst for further fields to conquer, I do not know.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading THE DIFFICULTY OF BROTHER PYTHAGORAS Whether it was my statement that criminals had grown cleverer than they used to be which aroused Quarles's interest so effectually, or whether it was that success made him thirst for further fields to conquer, I do not know.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
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plural of “power” — possession of controlling influence
From this reading I do know, however, that he grew restless if any considerable time elapsed without my having a clue worthy of his powers.
PYTHAGORASnounUS /ˌpɪθəˈɡɔːrɑːs/
Greek philosopher and mathematician who proved the Pythagorean theorem; considered to be the first true mathematician (circa 580-500 BC)
From this reading THE DIFFICULTY OF BROTHER PYTHAGORAS Whether it was my statement that criminals had grown cleverer than they used to be which aroused Quarles's interest so effectually, or whether it was that success made him thirst for further fields to conquer, I do not know.
Quarles's
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From this reading THE DIFFICULTY OF BROTHER PYTHAGORAS Whether it was my statement that criminals had grown cleverer than they used to be which aroused Quarles's interest so effectually, or whether it was that success made him thirst for further fields to conquer, I do not know.
past form of “remark” — make mention of
From this reading "Fine, invigorating air this, Wigan," he remarked.
requestingverbUS /rɪˈkwestɪŋ/
-ing form of “request” — express the need or desire for
From this reading When I sent him a telegram from Fairtown, merely requesting him to join me there, I felt certain he would come by the first available train, and was at the station to meet him.
worried and uneasy
From this reading I do know, however, that he grew restless if any considerable time elapsed without my having a clue worthy of his powers.
100 senti equal 1 kroon in Estonia
From this reading When I sent him a telegram from Fairtown, merely requesting him to join me there, I felt certain he would come by the first available train, and was at the station to meet him.
plural of “show” — the act of publicly exhibiting or entertaining
From this reading As it happened we had two or three cases close together which stretched his powers to the utmost, and the extremely subtle manner in which he solved them shows him at his best.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading THE DIFFICULTY OF BROTHER PYTHAGORAS Whether it was my statement that criminals had grown cleverer than they used to be which aroused Quarles's interest so effectually, or whether it was that success made him thirst for further fields to conquer, I do not know.
solvedadjectiveUS /sɑːlvd/
explained or answered
From this reading As it happened we had two or three cases close together which stretched his powers to the utmost, and the extremely subtle manner in which he solved them shows him at his best.
a message that is stated or declared; a communication (oral or written) setting forth particulars or facts etc
From this reading THE DIFFICULTY OF BROTHER PYTHAGORAS Whether it was my statement that criminals had grown cleverer than they used to be which aroused Quarles's interest so effectually, or whether it was that success made him thirst for further fields to conquer, I do not know.
a facility equipped with special equipment and personnel for a particular purpose
From this reading When I sent him a telegram from Fairtown, merely requesting him to join me there, I felt certain he would come by the first available train, and was at the station to meet him.
(of muscles) relieved of stiffness by stretching
From this reading As it happened we had two or three cases close together which stretched his powers to the utmost, and the extremely subtle manner in which he solved them shows him at his best.
subtleadjectiveUS /ˈsʌtəl/
difficult to detect or grasp by the mind or analyze
From this reading As it happened we had two or three cases close together which stretched his powers to the utmost, and the extremely subtle manner in which he solved them shows him at his best.
an event that accomplishes its intended purpose
From this reading THE DIFFICULTY OF BROTHER PYTHAGORAS Whether it was my statement that criminals had grown cleverer than they used to be which aroused Quarles's interest so effectually, or whether it was that success made him thirst for further fields to conquer, I do not know.
telegramnounUS /ˈteləɡræm/
a message transmitted by telegraph
From this reading When I sent him a telegram from Fairtown, merely requesting him to join me there, I felt certain he would come by the first available train, and was at the station to meet him.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading THE DIFFICULTY OF BROTHER PYTHAGORAS Whether it was my statement that criminals had grown cleverer than they used to be which aroused Quarles's interest so effectually, or whether it was that success made him thirst for further fields to conquer, I do not know.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading THE DIFFICULTY OF BROTHER PYTHAGORAS Whether it was my statement that criminals had grown cleverer than they used to be which aroused Quarles's interest so effectually, or whether it was that success made him thirst for further fields to conquer, I do not know.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE DIFFICULTY OF BROTHER PYTHAGORAS Whether it was my statement that criminals had grown cleverer than they used to be which aroused Quarles's interest so effectually, or whether it was that success made him thirst for further fields to conquer, I do not know.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading As it happened we had two or three cases close together which stretched his powers to the utmost, and the extremely subtle manner in which he solved them shows him at his best.
in or at that place or location
From this reading When I sent him a telegram from Fairtown, merely requesting him to join me there, I felt certain he would come by the first available train, and was at the station to meet him.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading THE DIFFICULTY OF BROTHER PYTHAGORAS Whether it was my statement that criminals had grown cleverer than they used to be which aroused Quarles's interest so effectually, or whether it was that success made him thirst for further fields to conquer, I do not know.
thirstnounUS /θɜːrst/
a physiological need to drink
From this reading THE DIFFICULTY OF BROTHER PYTHAGORAS Whether it was my statement that criminals had grown cleverer than they used to be which aroused Quarles's interest so effectually, or whether it was that success made him thirst for further fields to conquer, I do not know.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading "Fine, invigorating air this, Wigan," he remarked.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one
From this reading As it happened we had two or three cases close together which stretched his powers to the utmost, and the extremely subtle manner in which he solved them shows him at his best.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading I do know, however, that he grew restless if any considerable time elapsed without my having a clue worthy of his powers.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading THE DIFFICULTY OF BROTHER PYTHAGORAS Whether it was my statement that criminals had grown cleverer than they used to be which aroused Quarles's interest so effectually, or whether it was that success made him thirst for further fields to conquer, I do not know.
in contact with each other or in proximity
From this reading As it happened we had two or three cases close together which stretched his powers to the utmost, and the extremely subtle manner in which he solved them shows him at his best.
create by training and teaching
From this reading When I sent him a telegram from Fairtown, merely requesting him to join me there, I felt certain he would come by the first available train, and was at the station to meet him.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading As it happened we had two or three cases close together which stretched his powers to the utmost, and the extremely subtle manner in which he solved them shows him at his best.
employed in accomplishing something
From this reading THE DIFFICULTY OF BROTHER PYTHAGORAS Whether it was my statement that criminals had grown cleverer than they used to be which aroused Quarles's interest so effectually, or whether it was that success made him thirst for further fields to conquer, I do not know.
of the greatest possible degree or extent or intensity
From this reading As it happened we had two or three cases close together which stretched his powers to the utmost, and the extremely subtle manner in which he solved them shows him at his best.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading THE DIFFICULTY OF BROTHER PYTHAGORAS Whether it was my statement that criminals had grown cleverer than they used to be which aroused Quarles's interest so effectually, or whether it was that success made him thirst for further fields to conquer, I do not know.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading As it happened we had two or three cases close together which stretched his powers to the utmost, and the extremely subtle manner in which he solved them shows him at his best.
at the time that
From this reading When I sent him a telegram from Fairtown, merely requesting him to join me there, I felt certain he would come by the first available train, and was at the station to meet him.
used to introduce two or more possibilities
From this reading THE DIFFICULTY OF BROTHER PYTHAGORAS Whether it was my statement that criminals had grown cleverer than they used to be which aroused Quarles's interest so effectually, or whether it was that success made him thirst for further fields to conquer, I do not know.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading THE DIFFICULTY OF BROTHER PYTHAGORAS Whether it was my statement that criminals had grown cleverer than they used to be which aroused Quarles's interest so effectually, or whether it was that success made him thirst for further fields to conquer, I do not know.
Wigan
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From this reading "Fine, invigorating air this, Wigan," he remarked.
not having, not using, or not accompanied by
From this reading I do know, however, that he grew restless if any considerable time elapsed without my having a clue worthy of his powers.
Having or showing the qualities or abilities that merit recognition in character or magic.
From this reading I do know, however, that he grew restless if any considerable time elapsed without my having a clue worthy of his powers.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading When I sent him a telegram from Fairtown, merely requesting him to join me there, I felt certain he would come by the first available train, and was at the station to meet him.
