used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading GOING STRAIGHT TO HEADQUARTERS IT was an exhilarating thought that the fellow in the lead of the strange procession, who was unquestionably a sham reporter, was going straight to the headquarters of the whole conspiracy.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading GOING STRAIGHT TO HEADQUARTERS IT was an exhilarating thought that the fellow in the lead of the strange procession, who was unquestionably a sham reporter, was going straight to the headquarters of the whole conspiracy.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Had Ellis been suspicious and looked back, only to behold Tom Halstead in his wake, it would have been easy enough for the fellow to turn aside from wherever he was going.
any thing at all
From this reading As it was, however, only unknown Hank Butts was visible, once in a while, in the chase, and Hank, in overalls and a farmer’s straw hat, didn’t look like anything clever.
give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading Moreover, Hank was doing his level best to appear more simple.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading As it was, however, only unknown Hank Butts was visible, once in a while, in the chase, and Hank, in overalls and a farmer’s straw hat, didn’t look like anything clever.
on or to one side
From this reading Had Ellis been suspicious and looked back, only to behold Tom Halstead in his wake, it would have been easy enough for the fellow to turn aside from wherever he was going.
in or to or toward a former location
From this reading Had Ellis been suspicious and looked back, only to behold Tom Halstead in his wake, it would have been easy enough for the fellow to turn aside from wherever he was going.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading Had Ellis been suspicious and looked back, only to behold Tom Halstead in his wake, it would have been easy enough for the fellow to turn aside from wherever he was going.
see with attention
From this reading Had Ellis been suspicious and looked back, only to behold Tom Halstead in his wake, it would have been easy enough for the fellow to turn aside from wherever he was going.
the supreme effort one can make
From this reading Moreover, Hank was doing his level best to appear more simple.
ButtsnounUS /bʌts/
plural of “butt” — thick end of the handle
From this reading As it was, however, only unknown Hank Butts was visible, once in a while, in the chase, and Hank, in overalls and a farmer’s straw hat, didn’t look like anything clever.
marked by lack of attention or consideration or forethought or thoroughness; not careful
From this reading He went through the streets greeting people he knew, or thought he knew, in a careless fashion.
go after with the intent to catch
From this reading As it was, however, only unknown Hank Butts was visible, once in a while, in the chase, and Hank, in overalls and a farmer’s straw hat, didn’t look like anything clever.
showing self-interest and shrewdness in dealing with others
From this reading As it was, however, only unknown Hank Butts was visible, once in a while, in the chase, and Hank, in overalls and a farmer’s straw hat, didn’t look like anything clever.
conspiracynounUS /kənˈspɪrəsi/
a secret agreement between two or more people to perform an unlawful act
From this reading GOING STRAIGHT TO HEADQUARTERS IT was an exhilarating thought that the fellow in the lead of the strange procession, who was unquestionably a sham reporter, was going straight to the headquarters of the whole conspiracy.
didn't
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From this reading As it was, however, only unknown Hank Butts was visible, once in a while, in the chase, and Hank, in overalls and a farmer’s straw hat, didn’t look like anything clever.
-ing form of “do” — engage in
From this reading Moreover, Hank was doing his level best to appear more simple.
posing no difficulty; requiring little effort
From this reading Had Ellis been suspicious and looked back, only to behold Tom Halstead in his wake, it would have been easy enough for the fellow to turn aside from wherever he was going.
EllisnounUS /ˈelɪs/
plural of “elli” — (Norse mythology) goddess of old age who defeated Thor in a wrestling match
From this reading Had Ellis been suspicious and looked back, only to behold Tom Halstead in his wake, it would have been easy enough for the fellow to turn aside from wherever he was going.
an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose
From this reading Had Ellis been suspicious and looked back, only to behold Tom Halstead in his wake, it would have been easy enough for the fellow to turn aside from wherever he was going.
exhilaratingadjectiveUS /ɪɡˈzɪləreɪtɪŋ/
making lively and cheerful
From this reading GOING STRAIGHT TO HEADQUARTERS IT was an exhilarating thought that the fellow in the lead of the strange procession, who was unquestionably a sham reporter, was going straight to the headquarters of the whole conspiracy.
farmer'snounUS /ˈfɑːrmərz/
possessive form of “farmer” — a person who operates a farm
From this reading As it was, however, only unknown Hank Butts was visible, once in a while, in the chase, and Hank, in overalls and a farmer’s straw hat, didn’t look like anything clever.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading He went through the streets greeting people he knew, or thought he knew, in a careless fashion.
a boy or man
From this reading GOING STRAIGHT TO HEADQUARTERS IT was an exhilarating thought that the fellow in the lead of the strange procession, who was unquestionably a sham reporter, was going straight to the headquarters of the whole conspiracy.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Had Ellis been suspicious and looked back, only to behold Tom Halstead in his wake, it would have been easy enough for the fellow to turn aside from wherever he was going.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading Had Ellis been suspicious and looked back, only to behold Tom Halstead in his wake, it would have been easy enough for the fellow to turn aside from wherever he was going.
the act of departing
From this reading GOING STRAIGHT TO HEADQUARTERS IT was an exhilarating thought that the fellow in the lead of the strange procession, who was unquestionably a sham reporter, was going straight to the headquarters of the whole conspiracy.
greetingnounUS /ˈɡriːtɪŋ/
(usually plural) an acknowledgment or expression of good will (especially on meeting)
From this reading He went through the streets greeting people he knew, or thought he knew, in a careless fashion.
Hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Had Ellis been suspicious and looked back, only to behold Tom Halstead in his wake, it would have been easy enough for the fellow to turn aside from wherever he was going.
Halstead
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From this reading Had Ellis been suspicious and looked back, only to behold Tom Halstead in his wake, it would have been easy enough for the fellow to turn aside from wherever he was going.
HanknounUS /hæŋk/
a coil of rope or wool or yarn
From this reading As it was, however, only unknown Hank Butts was visible, once in a while, in the chase, and Hank, in overalls and a farmer’s straw hat, didn’t look like anything clever.
headdress that protects the head from bad weather; has shaped crown and usually a brim
From this reading As it was, however, only unknown Hank Butts was visible, once in a while, in the chase, and Hank, in overalls and a farmer’s straw hat, didn’t look like anything clever.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading Had Ellis been suspicious and looked back, only to behold Tom Halstead in his wake, it would have been easy enough for the fellow to turn aside from wherever he was going.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Had Ellis been suspicious and looked back, only to behold Tom Halstead in his wake, it would have been easy enough for the fellow to turn aside from wherever he was going.
HEADQUARTERSnounUS /ˈhedkwɔːrtərz/
(usually plural) the office that serves as the administrative center of an enterprise
From this reading GOING STRAIGHT TO HEADQUARTERS IT was an exhilarating thought that the fellow in the lead of the strange procession, who was unquestionably a sham reporter, was going straight to the headquarters of the whole conspiracy.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Had Ellis been suspicious and looked back, only to behold Tom Halstead in his wake, it would have been easy enough for the fellow to turn aside from wherever he was going.
used to add a contrasting statement
From this reading As it was, however, only unknown Hank Butts was visible, once in a while, in the chase, and Hank, in overalls and a farmer’s straw hat, didn’t look like anything clever.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading GOING STRAIGHT TO HEADQUARTERS IT was an exhilarating thought that the fellow in the lead of the strange procession, who was unquestionably a sham reporter, was going straight to the headquarters of the whole conspiracy.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading GOING STRAIGHT TO HEADQUARTERS IT was an exhilarating thought that the fellow in the lead of the strange procession, who was unquestionably a sham reporter, was going straight to the headquarters of the whole conspiracy.
inflected form of “know” — be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading He went through the streets greeting people he knew, or thought he knew, in a careless fashion.
take somebody somewhere
From this reading GOING STRAIGHT TO HEADQUARTERS IT was an exhilarating thought that the fellow in the lead of the strange procession, who was unquestionably a sham reporter, was going straight to the headquarters of the whole conspiracy.
a position on a scale of intensity or amount or quality
From this reading Moreover, Hank was doing his level best to appear more simple.
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading As it was, however, only unknown Hank Butts was visible, once in a while, in the chase, and Hank, in overalls and a farmer’s straw hat, didn’t look like anything clever.
perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading As it was, however, only unknown Hank Butts was visible, once in a while, in the chase, and Hank, in overalls and a farmer’s straw hat, didn’t look like anything clever.
past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading Had Ellis been suspicious and looked back, only to behold Tom Halstead in his wake, it would have been easy enough for the fellow to turn aside from wherever he was going.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading Moreover, Hank was doing his level best to appear more simple.
in addition to what has just been said
From this reading Moreover, Hank was doing his level best to appear more simple.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading GOING STRAIGHT TO HEADQUARTERS IT was an exhilarating thought that the fellow in the lead of the strange procession, who was unquestionably a sham reporter, was going straight to the headquarters of the whole conspiracy.
on one occasion
From this reading As it was, however, only unknown Hank Butts was visible, once in a while, in the chase, and Hank, in overalls and a farmer’s straw hat, didn’t look like anything clever.
and nothing more
From this reading Had Ellis been suspicious and looked back, only to behold Tom Halstead in his wake, it would have been easy enough for the fellow to turn aside from wherever he was going.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading He went through the streets greeting people he knew, or thought he knew, in a careless fashion.
overallsnounUS /ˈoʊvərɔːlz/
plural of “overall” — (usually plural) work clothing consisting of denim trousers (usually with a bib and shoulder straps)
From this reading As it was, however, only unknown Hank Butts was visible, once in a while, in the chase, and Hank, in overalls and a farmer’s straw hat, didn’t look like anything clever.
(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively
From this reading He went through the streets greeting people he knew, or thought he knew, in a careless fashion.
processionnounUS /prəˈseʃən/
(theology) the origination of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost
From this reading GOING STRAIGHT TO HEADQUARTERS IT was an exhilarating thought that the fellow in the lead of the strange procession, who was unquestionably a sham reporter, was going straight to the headquarters of the whole conspiracy.
reporternounUS /rɪˈpɔːrtər/
a person who investigates and reports or edits news stories
From this reading GOING STRAIGHT TO HEADQUARTERS IT was an exhilarating thought that the fellow in the lead of the strange procession, who was unquestionably a sham reporter, was going straight to the headquarters of the whole conspiracy.
shamnounUS /ʃæm/
something that is a counterfeit; not what it seems to be
From this reading GOING STRAIGHT TO HEADQUARTERS IT was an exhilarating thought that the fellow in the lead of the strange procession, who was unquestionably a sham reporter, was going straight to the headquarters of the whole conspiracy.
having few parts; not complex or complicated or involved
From this reading Moreover, Hank was doing his level best to appear more simple.
successive (without a break)
From this reading GOING STRAIGHT TO HEADQUARTERS IT was an exhilarating thought that the fellow in the lead of the strange procession, who was unquestionably a sham reporter, was going straight to the headquarters of the whole conspiracy.
being definitely out of the ordinary and unexpected; slightly odd or even a bit weird
From this reading GOING STRAIGHT TO HEADQUARTERS IT was an exhilarating thought that the fellow in the lead of the strange procession, who was unquestionably a sham reporter, was going straight to the headquarters of the whole conspiracy.
plant fiber used e.g. for making baskets and hats or as fodder
From this reading As it was, however, only unknown Hank Butts was visible, once in a while, in the chase, and Hank, in overalls and a farmer’s straw hat, didn’t look like anything clever.
plural of “street” — a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings
From this reading He went through the streets greeting people he knew, or thought he knew, in a careless fashion.
suspiciousadjectiveUS /səˈspɪʃəs/
openly distrustful and unwilling to confide
From this reading Had Ellis been suspicious and looked back, only to behold Tom Halstead in his wake, it would have been easy enough for the fellow to turn aside from wherever he was going.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading GOING STRAIGHT TO HEADQUARTERS IT was an exhilarating thought that the fellow in the lead of the strange procession, who was unquestionably a sham reporter, was going straight to the headquarters of the whole conspiracy.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading GOING STRAIGHT TO HEADQUARTERS IT was an exhilarating thought that the fellow in the lead of the strange procession, who was unquestionably a sham reporter, was going straight to the headquarters of the whole conspiracy.
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading GOING STRAIGHT TO HEADQUARTERS IT was an exhilarating thought that the fellow in the lead of the strange procession, who was unquestionably a sham reporter, was going straight to the headquarters of the whole conspiracy.
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading He went through the streets greeting people he knew, or thought he knew, in a careless fashion.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading GOING STRAIGHT TO HEADQUARTERS IT was an exhilarating thought that the fellow in the lead of the strange procession, who was unquestionably a sham reporter, was going straight to the headquarters of the whole conspiracy.
male cat
From this reading Had Ellis been suspicious and looked back, only to behold Tom Halstead in his wake, it would have been easy enough for the fellow to turn aside from wherever he was going.
change orientation or direction, also in the abstract sense
From this reading Had Ellis been suspicious and looked back, only to behold Tom Halstead in his wake, it would have been easy enough for the fellow to turn aside from wherever he was going.
not known
From this reading As it was, however, only unknown Hank Butts was visible, once in a while, in the chase, and Hank, in overalls and a farmer’s straw hat, didn’t look like anything clever.
unquestionablyadverbUS /ənˈkwestʃənəbli/
without question
From this reading GOING STRAIGHT TO HEADQUARTERS IT was an exhilarating thought that the fellow in the lead of the strange procession, who was unquestionably a sham reporter, was going straight to the headquarters of the whole conspiracy.
capable of being seen; or open to easy view
From this reading As it was, however, only unknown Hank Butts was visible, once in a while, in the chase, and Hank, in overalls and a farmer’s straw hat, didn’t look like anything clever.
be awake, be alert, be there
From this reading Had Ellis been suspicious and looked back, only to behold Tom Halstead in his wake, it would have been easy enough for the fellow to turn aside from wherever he was going.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading GOING STRAIGHT TO HEADQUARTERS IT was an exhilarating thought that the fellow in the lead of the strange procession, who was unquestionably a sham reporter, was going straight to the headquarters of the whole conspiracy.
inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading He went through the streets greeting people he knew, or thought he knew, in a careless fashion.
in or to any place at all
From this reading Had Ellis been suspicious and looked back, only to behold Tom Halstead in his wake, it would have been easy enough for the fellow to turn aside from wherever he was going.
whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading As it was, however, only unknown Hank Butts was visible, once in a while, in the chase, and Hank, in overalls and a farmer’s straw hat, didn’t look like anything clever.
which person or people
From this reading GOING STRAIGHT TO HEADQUARTERS IT was an exhilarating thought that the fellow in the lead of the strange procession, who was unquestionably a sham reporter, was going straight to the headquarters of the whole conspiracy.
including all components without exception; being one unit or constituting the full amount or extent or duration; complete
From this reading GOING STRAIGHT TO HEADQUARTERS IT was an exhilarating thought that the fellow in the lead of the strange procession, who was unquestionably a sham reporter, was going straight to the headquarters of the whole conspiracy.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading Had Ellis been suspicious and looked back, only to behold Tom Halstead in his wake, it would have been easy enough for the fellow to turn aside from wherever he was going.
