used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading A BITTER DISAPPOINTMENT AFTER that neither of the boys could utter a word for a time.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading Indeed, Roger looked as though he could hardly restrain himself from throwing his arms about the neck of his companion, so greatly was he overcome; but probably the conviction that such an act, however natural, would seem weak and childish, restrained him.
perform an action, or work out or perform (an action)
From this reading Indeed, Roger looked as though he could hardly restrain himself from throwing his arms about the neck of his companion, so greatly was he overcome; but probably the conviction that such an act, however natural, would seem weak and childish, restrained him.
AFTERprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading A BITTER DISAPPOINTMENT AFTER that neither of the boys could utter a word for a time.
agreementnounUS /əˈɡriːmənt/
the statement (oral or written) of an exchange of promises
From this reading Then, as if by agreement, they turned and faced each other.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading Indeed, Roger looked as though he could hardly restrain himself from throwing his arms about the neck of his companion, so greatly was he overcome; but probably the conviction that such an act, however natural, would seem weak and childish, restrained him.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading They just stood there, trembling with emotion, and staring at the moving figures down the river.
weapons considered collectively
From this reading Indeed, Roger looked as though he could hardly restrain himself from throwing his arms about the neck of his companion, so greatly was he overcome; but probably the conviction that such an act, however natural, would seem weak and childish, restrained him.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Then, as if by agreement, they turned and faced each other.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading They just stood there, trembling with emotion, and staring at the moving figures down the river.
marked by strong resentment or cynicism
From this reading A BITTER DISAPPOINTMENT AFTER that neither of the boys could utter a word for a time.
plural of “boy” — a youthful male person
From this reading A BITTER DISAPPOINTMENT AFTER that neither of the boys could utter a word for a time.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Indeed, Roger looked as though he could hardly restrain himself from throwing his arms about the neck of his companion, so greatly was he overcome; but probably the conviction that such an act, however natural, would seem weak and childish, restrained him.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Then, as if by agreement, they turned and faced each other.
childishadjectiveUS /ˈtʃaɪldɪʃ/
indicating a lack of maturity
From this reading Indeed, Roger looked as though he could hardly restrain himself from throwing his arms about the neck of his companion, so greatly was he overcome; but probably the conviction that such an act, however natural, would seem weak and childish, restrained him.
a friend who is frequently in the company of another
From this reading Indeed, Roger looked as though he could hardly restrain himself from throwing his arms about the neck of his companion, so greatly was he overcome; but probably the conviction that such an act, however natural, would seem weak and childish, restrained him.
an unshakable belief in something without need for proof or evidence
From this reading Indeed, Roger looked as though he could hardly restrain himself from throwing his arms about the neck of his companion, so greatly was he overcome; but probably the conviction that such an act, however natural, would seem weak and childish, restrained him.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading A BITTER DISAPPOINTMENT AFTER that neither of the boys could utter a word for a time.
the child of your aunt or uncle
From this reading Dick thrust out his hand impulsively, and it was instantly seized by his cousin.
someone who is a detective
From this reading Dick thrust out his hand impulsively, and it was instantly seized by his cousin.
a feeling of dissatisfaction that results when your expectations are not realized
From this reading A BITTER DISAPPOINTMENT AFTER that neither of the boys could utter a word for a time.
being or moving lower in position or less in some value
From this reading They just stood there, trembling with emotion, and staring at the moving figures down the river.
every one of two or more people or things, taken separately
From this reading Then, as if by agreement, they turned and faced each other.
any strong feeling
From this reading They just stood there, trembling with emotion, and staring at the moving figures down the river.
having a face or facing especially of a specified kind or number; often used in combination
From this reading Then, as if by agreement, they turned and faced each other.
plural of “figure” — a diagram or picture illustrating textual material
From this reading They just stood there, trembling with emotion, and staring at the moving figures down the river.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading A BITTER DISAPPOINTMENT AFTER that neither of the boys could utter a word for a time.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading Indeed, Roger looked as though he could hardly restrain himself from throwing his arms about the neck of his companion, so greatly was he overcome; but probably the conviction that such an act, however natural, would seem weak and childish, restrained him.
to an extraordinary extent or degree
From this reading Indeed, Roger looked as though he could hardly restrain himself from throwing his arms about the neck of his companion, so greatly was he overcome; but probably the conviction that such an act, however natural, would seem weak and childish, restrained him.
the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb
From this reading Dick thrust out his hand impulsively, and it was instantly seized by his cousin.
only a very short time before
From this reading Indeed, Roger looked as though he could hardly restrain himself from throwing his arms about the neck of his companion, so greatly was he overcome; but probably the conviction that such an act, however natural, would seem weak and childish, restrained him.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Indeed, Roger looked as though he could hardly restrain himself from throwing his arms about the neck of his companion, so greatly was he overcome; but probably the conviction that such an act, however natural, would seem weak and childish, restrained him.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Indeed, Roger looked as though he could hardly restrain himself from throwing his arms about the neck of his companion, so greatly was he overcome; but probably the conviction that such an act, however natural, would seem weak and childish, restrained him.
used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object
From this reading Indeed, Roger looked as though he could hardly restrain himself from throwing his arms about the neck of his companion, so greatly was he overcome; but probably the conviction that such an act, however natural, would seem weak and childish, restrained him.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Dick thrust out his hand impulsively, and it was instantly seized by his cousin.
used to add a contrasting statement
From this reading Indeed, Roger looked as though he could hardly restrain himself from throwing his arms about the neck of his companion, so greatly was he overcome; but probably the conviction that such an act, however natural, would seem weak and childish, restrained him.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading Then, as if by agreement, they turned and faced each other.
impulsivelyadverbUS /ˌɪmˈpʌlsɪvli/
in an impulsive or impetuous way; without taking cautions
From this reading Dick thrust out his hand impulsively, and it was instantly seized by his cousin.
in truth (often tends to intensify)
From this reading Indeed, Roger looked as though he could hardly restrain himself from throwing his arms about the neck of his companion, so greatly was he overcome; but probably the conviction that such an act, however natural, would seem weak and childish, restrained him.
without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening
From this reading Dick thrust out his hand impulsively, and it was instantly seized by his cousin.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Dick thrust out his hand impulsively, and it was instantly seized by his cousin.
and nothing more
From this reading They just stood there, trembling with emotion, and staring at the moving figures down the river.
past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading Indeed, Roger looked as though he could hardly restrain himself from throwing his arms about the neck of his companion, so greatly was he overcome; but probably the conviction that such an act, however natural, would seem weak and childish, restrained him.
in motion
From this reading They just stood there, trembling with emotion, and staring at the moving figures down the river.
in accordance with nature; relating to or concerning nature
From this reading Indeed, Roger looked as though he could hardly restrain himself from throwing his arms about the neck of his companion, so greatly was he overcome; but probably the conviction that such an act, however natural, would seem weak and childish, restrained him.
the part of an organism (human or animal) that connects the head to the rest of the body
From this reading Indeed, Roger looked as though he could hardly restrain himself from throwing his arms about the neck of his companion, so greatly was he overcome; but probably the conviction that such an act, however natural, would seem weak and childish, restrained him.
not one and not the other of two
From this reading A BITTER DISAPPOINTMENT AFTER that neither of the boys could utter a word for a time.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading A BITTER DISAPPOINTMENT AFTER that neither of the boys could utter a word for a time.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading Then, as if by agreement, they turned and faced each other.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading Dick thrust out his hand impulsively, and it was instantly seized by his cousin.
win a victory over
From this reading Indeed, Roger looked as though he could hardly restrain himself from throwing his arms about the neck of his companion, so greatly was he overcome; but probably the conviction that such an act, however natural, would seem weak and childish, restrained him.
with considerable certainty; without much doubt
From this reading Indeed, Roger looked as though he could hardly restrain himself from throwing his arms about the neck of his companion, so greatly was he overcome; but probably the conviction that such an act, however natural, would seem weak and childish, restrained him.
restrainverbUS /riˈstreɪn/
to close within bounds, or otherwise limit or deprive of free movement
From this reading Indeed, Roger looked as though he could hardly restrain himself from throwing his arms about the neck of his companion, so greatly was he overcome; but probably the conviction that such an act, however natural, would seem weak and childish, restrained him.
restrainedadjectiveUS /riˈstreɪnd/
cool and formal in manner
From this reading Indeed, Roger looked as though he could hardly restrain himself from throwing his arms about the neck of his companion, so greatly was he overcome; but probably the conviction that such an act, however natural, would seem weak and childish, restrained him.
a large natural stream of water (larger than a creek)
From this reading They just stood there, trembling with emotion, and staring at the moving figures down the river.
Roger
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From this reading Indeed, Roger looked as though he could hardly restrain himself from throwing his arms about the neck of his companion, so greatly was he overcome; but probably the conviction that such an act, however natural, would seem weak and childish, restrained him.
give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading Indeed, Roger looked as though he could hardly restrain himself from throwing his arms about the neck of his companion, so greatly was he overcome; but probably the conviction that such an act, however natural, would seem weak and childish, restrained him.
past form of “seize” — take hold of; grab
From this reading Dick thrust out his hand impulsively, and it was instantly seized by his cousin.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading Indeed, Roger looked as though he could hardly restrain himself from throwing his arms about the neck of his companion, so greatly was he overcome; but probably the conviction that such an act, however natural, would seem weak and childish, restrained him.
(used of eyes) open and fixed as if in fear or wonder
From this reading They just stood there, trembling with emotion, and staring at the moving figures down the river.
Maintained an upright posture.
From this reading They just stood there, trembling with emotion, and staring at the moving figures down the river.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading Indeed, Roger looked as though he could hardly restrain himself from throwing his arms about the neck of his companion, so greatly was he overcome; but probably the conviction that such an act, however natural, would seem weak and childish, restrained him.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading A BITTER DISAPPOINTMENT AFTER that neither of the boys could utter a word for a time.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading A BITTER DISAPPOINTMENT AFTER that neither of the boys could utter a word for a time.
subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)
From this reading Then, as if by agreement, they turned and faced each other.
in or at that place or location
From this reading They just stood there, trembling with emotion, and staring at the moving figures down the river.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading They just stood there, trembling with emotion, and staring at the moving figures down the river.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading Indeed, Roger looked as though he could hardly restrain himself from throwing his arms about the neck of his companion, so greatly was he overcome; but probably the conviction that such an act, however natural, would seem weak and childish, restrained him.
-ing form of “throw” — propel through the air
From this reading Indeed, Roger looked as though he could hardly restrain himself from throwing his arms about the neck of his companion, so greatly was he overcome; but probably the conviction that such an act, however natural, would seem weak and childish, restrained him.
push forcefully
From this reading Dick thrust out his hand impulsively, and it was instantly seized by his cousin.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading A BITTER DISAPPOINTMENT AFTER that neither of the boys could utter a word for a time.
a shaky motion
From this reading They just stood there, trembling with emotion, and staring at the moving figures down the river.
moved around an axis or center
From this reading Then, as if by agreement, they turned and faced each other.
articulate; either verbally or with a cry, shout, or noise
From this reading A BITTER DISAPPOINTMENT AFTER that neither of the boys could utter a word for a time.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Dick thrust out his hand impulsively, and it was instantly seized by his cousin.
wanting in physical strength
From this reading Indeed, Roger looked as though he could hardly restrain himself from throwing his arms about the neck of his companion, so greatly was he overcome; but probably the conviction that such an act, however natural, would seem weak and childish, restrained him.
in the company of; together with
From this reading They just stood there, trembling with emotion, and staring at the moving figures down the river.
a unit of language that native speakers can identify
From this reading A BITTER DISAPPOINTMENT AFTER that neither of the boys could utter a word for a time.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading Indeed, Roger looked as though he could hardly restrain himself from throwing his arms about the neck of his companion, so greatly was he overcome; but probably the conviction that such an act, however natural, would seem weak and childish, restrained him.
