Chapter XXXVII

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

From this reading MAHÉGA IS FOUND IN STRANGE COMPANY, AND WINGENUND DEFERS, ON ACCOUNT OF MORE IMPORTANT CONCERNS, HIS PLAN FOR THE LIBERATION OF HIS FRIENDS.—A COUNCIL, A COMBAT, AND A SKIRMISH, IN WHICH LAST THE CROWS RECEIVE ASSISTANCE FROM A QUARTER WHENCE THEY LEAST EXPECTED IT.

a record or narrative description of past events

From this reading MAHÉGA IS FOUND IN STRANGE COMPANY, AND WINGENUND DEFERS, ON ACCOUNT OF MORE IMPORTANT CONCERNS, HIS PLAN FOR THE LIBERATION OF HIS FRIENDS.—A COUNCIL, A COMBAT, AND A SKIRMISH, IN WHICH LAST THE CROWS RECEIVE ASSISTANCE FROM A QUARTER WHENCE THEY LEAST EXPECTED IT.

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading He knew also that Bending–willow was kindly disposed towards the prisoners, and would do all that was in her power towards engaging her impatient and hot–headed husband to favour their release.

in addition

From this reading He knew also that Bending–willow was kindly disposed towards the prisoners, and would do all that was in her power towards engaging her impatient and hot–headed husband to favour their release.

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

From this reading MAHÉGA IS FOUND IN STRANGE COMPANY, AND WINGENUND DEFERS, ON ACCOUNT OF MORE IMPORTANT CONCERNS, HIS PLAN FOR THE LIBERATION OF HIS FRIENDS.—A COUNCIL, A COMBAT, AND A SKIRMISH, IN WHICH LAST THE CROWS RECEIVE ASSISTANCE FROM A QUARTER WHENCE THEY LEAST EXPECTED IT.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading Nevertheless, the game to be played was a difficult one, especially as the consequence of any unsuccessful attempt might prove fatal to them as well as to himself.

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

From this reading We left Wingenund on his way to the Crow camp, revolving as he went various schemes for the deliverance of his friends.

the activity of contributing to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose

From this reading MAHÉGA IS FOUND IN STRANGE COMPANY, AND WINGENUND DEFERS, ON ACCOUNT OF MORE IMPORTANT CONCERNS, HIS PLAN FOR THE LIBERATION OF HIS FRIENDS.—A COUNCIL, A COMBAT, AND A SKIRMISH, IN WHICH LAST THE CROWS RECEIVE ASSISTANCE FROM A QUARTER WHENCE THEY LEAST EXPECTED IT.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading However slight was the faith which he was disposed to place in the honesty of Besha, he confidently believed that the horse–dealer’s self–interest would keep him true, at least for the time, to the party whence the greater rewards and presents might be expected.

earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something

From this reading Nevertheless, the game to be played was a difficult one, especially as the consequence of any unsuccessful attempt might prove fatal to them as well as to himself.

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

From this reading However slight was the faith which he was disposed to place in the honesty of Besha, he confidently believed that the horse–dealer’s self–interest would keep him true, at least for the time, to the party whence the greater rewards and presents might be expected.

past form of “believe” — accept as true; take to be true

From this reading However slight was the faith which he was disposed to place in the honesty of Besha, he confidently believed that the horse–dealer’s self–interest would keep him true, at least for the time, to the party whence the greater rewards and presents might be expected.

movement that causes the formation of a curve

From this reading He knew also that Bending–willow was kindly disposed towards the prisoners, and would do all that was in her power towards engaging her impatient and hot–headed husband to favour their release.

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

From this reading However slight was the faith which he was disposed to place in the honesty of Besha, he confidently believed that the horse–dealer’s self–interest would keep him true, at least for the time, to the party whence the greater rewards and presents might be expected.

temporary living quarters specially built by the army for soldiers

From this reading We left Wingenund on his way to the Crow camp, revolving as he went various schemes for the deliverance of his friends.

an engagement fought between two military forces

From this reading MAHÉGA IS FOUND IN STRANGE COMPANY, AND WINGENUND DEFERS, ON ACCOUNT OF MORE IMPORTANT CONCERNS, HIS PLAN FOR THE LIBERATION OF HIS FRIENDS.—A COUNCIL, A COMBAT, AND A SKIRMISH, IN WHICH LAST THE CROWS RECEIVE ASSISTANCE FROM A QUARTER WHENCE THEY LEAST EXPECTED IT.

an institution created to conduct business

From this reading MAHÉGA IS FOUND IN STRANGE COMPANY, AND WINGENUND DEFERS, ON ACCOUNT OF MORE IMPORTANT CONCERNS, HIS PLAN FOR THE LIBERATION OF HIS FRIENDS.—A COUNCIL, A COMBAT, AND A SKIRMISH, IN WHICH LAST THE CROWS RECEIVE ASSISTANCE FROM A QUARTER WHENCE THEY LEAST EXPECTED IT.

plural of “concern” — something that interests you because it is important or affects you

From this reading MAHÉGA IS FOUND IN STRANGE COMPANY, AND WINGENUND DEFERS, ON ACCOUNT OF MORE IMPORTANT CONCERNS, HIS PLAN FOR THE LIBERATION OF HIS FRIENDS.—A COUNCIL, A COMBAT, AND A SKIRMISH, IN WHICH LAST THE CROWS RECEIVE ASSISTANCE FROM A QUARTER WHENCE THEY LEAST EXPECTED IT.

with confidence; in a confident manner

From this reading However slight was the faith which he was disposed to place in the honesty of Besha, he confidently believed that the horse–dealer’s self–interest would keep him true, at least for the time, to the party whence the greater rewards and presents might be expected.

a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon

From this reading Nevertheless, the game to be played was a difficult one, especially as the consequence of any unsuccessful attempt might prove fatal to them as well as to himself.

a body serving in an administrative capacity

From this reading MAHÉGA IS FOUND IN STRANGE COMPANY, AND WINGENUND DEFERS, ON ACCOUNT OF MORE IMPORTANT CONCERNS, HIS PLAN FOR THE LIBERATION OF HIS FRIENDS.—A COUNCIL, A COMBAT, AND A SKIRMISH, IN WHICH LAST THE CROWS RECEIVE ASSISTANCE FROM A QUARTER WHENCE THEY LEAST EXPECTED IT.

dwell on with satisfaction

From this reading We left Wingenund on his way to the Crow camp, revolving as he went various schemes for the deliverance of his friends.

plural of “crow” — black birds having a raucous call

From this reading MAHÉGA IS FOUND IN STRANGE COMPANY, AND WINGENUND DEFERS, ON ACCOUNT OF MORE IMPORTANT CONCERNS, HIS PLAN FOR THE LIBERATION OF HIS FRIENDS.—A COUNCIL, A COMBAT, AND A SKIRMISH, IN WHICH LAST THE CROWS RECEIVE ASSISTANCE FROM A QUARTER WHENCE THEY LEAST EXPECTED IT.

possessive form of “dealer” — someone who purchases and maintains an inventory of goods to be sold

From this reading However slight was the faith which he was disposed to place in the honesty of Besha, he confidently believed that the horse–dealer’s self–interest would keep him true, at least for the time, to the party whence the greater rewards and presents might be expected.

third-person singular of “defer” — hold back to a later time

From this reading MAHÉGA IS FOUND IN STRANGE COMPANY, AND WINGENUND DEFERS, ON ACCOUNT OF MORE IMPORTANT CONCERNS, HIS PLAN FOR THE LIBERATION OF HIS FRIENDS.—A COUNCIL, A COMBAT, AND A SKIRMISH, IN WHICH LAST THE CROWS RECEIVE ASSISTANCE FROM A QUARTER WHENCE THEY LEAST EXPECTED IT.

recovery or preservation from loss or danger

From this reading We left Wingenund on his way to the Crow camp, revolving as he went various schemes for the deliverance of his friends.

not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure

From this reading Nevertheless, the game to be played was a difficult one, especially as the consequence of any unsuccessful attempt might prove fatal to them as well as to himself.

having made preparations

From this reading However slight was the faith which he was disposed to place in the honesty of Besha, he confidently believed that the horse–dealer’s self–interest would keep him true, at least for the time, to the party whence the greater rewards and presents might be expected.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading He knew also that Bending–willow was kindly disposed towards the prisoners, and would do all that was in her power towards engaging her impatient and hot–headed husband to favour their release.

attracting or delighting

From this reading He knew also that Bending–willow was kindly disposed towards the prisoners, and would do all that was in her power towards engaging her impatient and hot–headed husband to favour their release.

to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common

From this reading Nevertheless, the game to be played was a difficult one, especially as the consequence of any unsuccessful attempt might prove fatal to them as well as to himself.

considered likely or probable to happen or arrive

From this reading MAHÉGA IS FOUND IN STRANGE COMPANY, AND WINGENUND DEFERS, ON ACCOUNT OF MORE IMPORTANT CONCERNS, HIS PLAN FOR THE LIBERATION OF HIS FRIENDS.—A COUNCIL, A COMBAT, AND A SKIRMISH, IN WHICH LAST THE CROWS RECEIVE ASSISTANCE FROM A QUARTER WHENCE THEY LEAST EXPECTED IT.

a strong belief in a supernatural power or powers that control human destiny

From this reading However slight was the faith which he was disposed to place in the honesty of Besha, he confidently believed that the horse–dealer’s self–interest would keep him true, at least for the time, to the party whence the greater rewards and presents might be expected.

bringing death

From this reading Nevertheless, the game to be played was a difficult one, especially as the consequence of any unsuccessful attempt might prove fatal to them as well as to himself.

a feeling of favorable regard

From this reading He knew also that Bending–willow was kindly disposed towards the prisoners, and would do all that was in her power towards engaging her impatient and hot–headed husband to favour their release.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading MAHÉGA IS FOUND IN STRANGE COMPANY, AND WINGENUND DEFERS, ON ACCOUNT OF MORE IMPORTANT CONCERNS, HIS PLAN FOR THE LIBERATION OF HIS FRIENDS.—A COUNCIL, A COMBAT, AND A SKIRMISH, IN WHICH LAST THE CROWS RECEIVE ASSISTANCE FROM A QUARTER WHENCE THEY LEAST EXPECTED IT.

set up or found

From this reading MAHÉGA IS FOUND IN STRANGE COMPANY, AND WINGENUND DEFERS, ON ACCOUNT OF MORE IMPORTANT CONCERNS, HIS PLAN FOR THE LIBERATION OF HIS FRIENDS.—A COUNCIL, A COMBAT, AND A SKIRMISH, IN WHICH LAST THE CROWS RECEIVE ASSISTANCE FROM A QUARTER WHENCE THEY LEAST EXPECTED IT.

plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading MAHÉGA IS FOUND IN STRANGE COMPANY, AND WINGENUND DEFERS, ON ACCOUNT OF MORE IMPORTANT CONCERNS, HIS PLAN FOR THE LIBERATION OF HIS FRIENDS.—A COUNCIL, A COMBAT, AND A SKIRMISH, IN WHICH LAST THE CROWS RECEIVE ASSISTANCE FROM A QUARTER WHENCE THEY LEAST EXPECTED IT.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading MAHÉGA IS FOUND IN STRANGE COMPANY, AND WINGENUND DEFERS, ON ACCOUNT OF MORE IMPORTANT CONCERNS, HIS PLAN FOR THE LIBERATION OF HIS FRIENDS.—A COUNCIL, A COMBAT, AND A SKIRMISH, IN WHICH LAST THE CROWS RECEIVE ASSISTANCE FROM A QUARTER WHENCE THEY LEAST EXPECTED IT.

a contest with rules to determine a winner

From this reading Nevertheless, the game to be played was a difficult one, especially as the consequence of any unsuccessful attempt might prove fatal to them as well as to himself.

greater in size or importance or degree

From this reading However slight was the faith which he was disposed to place in the honesty of Besha, he confidently believed that the horse–dealer’s self–interest would keep him true, at least for the time, to the party whence the greater rewards and presents might be expected.

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

From this reading We left Wingenund on his way to the Crow camp, revolving as he went various schemes for the deliverance of his friends.

having a heading or course in a certain direction

From this reading He knew also that Bending–willow was kindly disposed towards the prisoners, and would do all that was in her power towards engaging her impatient and hot–headed husband to favour their release.

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

From this reading He knew also that Bending–willow was kindly disposed towards the prisoners, and would do all that was in her power towards engaging her impatient and hot–headed husband to favour their release.

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

From this reading However slight was the faith which he was disposed to place in the honesty of Besha, he confidently believed that the horse–dealer’s self–interest would keep him true, at least for the time, to the party whence the greater rewards and presents might be expected.

used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object

From this reading Nevertheless, the game to be played was a difficult one, especially as the consequence of any unsuccessful attempt might prove fatal to them as well as to himself.

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

From this reading MAHÉGA IS FOUND IN STRANGE COMPANY, AND WINGENUND DEFERS, ON ACCOUNT OF MORE IMPORTANT CONCERNS, HIS PLAN FOR THE LIBERATION OF HIS FRIENDS.—A COUNCIL, A COMBAT, AND A SKIRMISH, IN WHICH LAST THE CROWS RECEIVE ASSISTANCE FROM A QUARTER WHENCE THEY LEAST EXPECTED IT.

the quality of being honest

From this reading However slight was the faith which he was disposed to place in the honesty of Besha, he confidently believed that the horse–dealer’s self–interest would keep him true, at least for the time, to the party whence the greater rewards and presents might be expected.

solid-hoofed herbivorous quadruped domesticated since prehistoric times

From this reading However slight was the faith which he was disposed to place in the honesty of Besha, he confidently believed that the horse–dealer’s self–interest would keep him true, at least for the time, to the party whence the greater rewards and presents might be expected.

used of physical heat; having a high or higher than desirable temperature or giving off heat or feeling or causing a sensation of heat or burning

From this reading He knew also that Bending–willow was kindly disposed towards the prisoners, and would do all that was in her power towards engaging her impatient and hot–headed husband to favour their release.

used to add a contrasting statement

From this reading However slight was the faith which he was disposed to place in the honesty of Besha, he confidently believed that the horse–dealer’s self–interest would keep him true, at least for the time, to the party whence the greater rewards and presents might be expected.

a married man; a woman's partner in marriage

From this reading He knew also that Bending–willow was kindly disposed towards the prisoners, and would do all that was in her power towards engaging her impatient and hot–headed husband to favour their release.

restless or short-tempered under delay or opposition

From this reading He knew also that Bending–willow was kindly disposed towards the prisoners, and would do all that was in her power towards engaging her impatient and hot–headed husband to favour their release.

of great significance or value

From this reading MAHÉGA IS FOUND IN STRANGE COMPANY, AND WINGENUND DEFERS, ON ACCOUNT OF MORE IMPORTANT CONCERNS, HIS PLAN FOR THE LIBERATION OF HIS FRIENDS.—A COUNCIL, A COMBAT, AND A SKIRMISH, IN WHICH LAST THE CROWS RECEIVE ASSISTANCE FROM A QUARTER WHENCE THEY LEAST EXPECTED IT.

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

From this reading MAHÉGA IS FOUND IN STRANGE COMPANY, AND WINGENUND DEFERS, ON ACCOUNT OF MORE IMPORTANT CONCERNS, HIS PLAN FOR THE LIBERATION OF HIS FRIENDS.—A COUNCIL, A COMBAT, AND A SKIRMISH, IN WHICH LAST THE CROWS RECEIVE ASSISTANCE FROM A QUARTER WHENCE THEY LEAST EXPECTED IT.

a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something

From this reading However slight was the faith which he was disposed to place in the honesty of Besha, he confidently believed that the horse–dealer’s self–interest would keep him true, at least for the time, to the party whence the greater rewards and presents might be expected.

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

From this reading MAHÉGA IS FOUND IN STRANGE COMPANY, AND WINGENUND DEFERS, ON ACCOUNT OF MORE IMPORTANT CONCERNS, HIS PLAN FOR THE LIBERATION OF HIS FRIENDS.—A COUNCIL, A COMBAT, AND A SKIRMISH, IN WHICH LAST THE CROWS RECEIVE ASSISTANCE FROM A QUARTER WHENCE THEY LEAST EXPECTED IT.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading MAHÉGA IS FOUND IN STRANGE COMPANY, AND WINGENUND DEFERS, ON ACCOUNT OF MORE IMPORTANT CONCERNS, HIS PLAN FOR THE LIBERATION OF HIS FRIENDS.—A COUNCIL, A COMBAT, AND A SKIRMISH, IN WHICH LAST THE CROWS RECEIVE ASSISTANCE FROM A QUARTER WHENCE THEY LEAST EXPECTED IT.

cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”

From this reading However slight was the faith which he was disposed to place in the honesty of Besha, he confidently believed that the horse–dealer’s self–interest would keep him true, at least for the time, to the party whence the greater rewards and presents might be expected.

showing or motivated by sympathy and understanding and generosity

From this reading He knew also that Bending–willow was kindly disposed towards the prisoners, and would do all that was in her power towards engaging her impatient and hot–headed husband to favour their release.

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 knew also that Bending–willow was kindly disposed towards the prisoners, and would do all that was in her power towards engaging her impatient and hot–headed husband to favour their release.

immediately past

From this reading MAHÉGA IS FOUND IN STRANGE COMPANY, AND WINGENUND DEFERS, ON ACCOUNT OF MORE IMPORTANT CONCERNS, HIS PLAN FOR THE LIBERATION OF HIS FRIENDS.—A COUNCIL, A COMBAT, AND A SKIRMISH, IN WHICH LAST THE CROWS RECEIVE ASSISTANCE FROM A QUARTER WHENCE THEY LEAST EXPECTED IT.

the superlative of “little” that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by “the”; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or extent or degree

From this reading MAHÉGA IS FOUND IN STRANGE COMPANY, AND WINGENUND DEFERS, ON ACCOUNT OF MORE IMPORTANT CONCERNS, HIS PLAN FOR THE LIBERATION OF HIS FRIENDS.—A COUNCIL, A COMBAT, AND A SKIRMISH, IN WHICH LAST THE CROWS RECEIVE ASSISTANCE FROM A QUARTER WHENCE THEY LEAST EXPECTED IT.

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 We left Wingenund on his way to the Crow camp, revolving as he went various schemes for the deliverance of his friends.

the act of liberating someone or something

From this reading MAHÉGA IS FOUND IN STRANGE COMPANY, AND WINGENUND DEFERS, ON ACCOUNT OF MORE IMPORTANT CONCERNS, HIS PLAN FOR THE LIBERATION OF HIS FRIENDS.—A COUNCIL, A COMBAT, AND A SKIRMISH, IN WHICH LAST THE CROWS RECEIVE ASSISTANCE FROM A QUARTER WHENCE THEY LEAST EXPECTED IT.

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

From this reading MAHÉGA IS FOUND IN STRANGE COMPANY, AND WINGENUND DEFERS, ON ACCOUNT OF MORE IMPORTANT CONCERNS, HIS PLAN FOR THE LIBERATION OF HIS FRIENDS.—A COUNCIL, A COMBAT, AND A SKIRMISH, IN WHICH LAST THE CROWS RECEIVE ASSISTANCE FROM A QUARTER WHENCE THEY LEAST EXPECTED IT.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading However slight was the faith which he was disposed to place in the honesty of Besha, he confidently believed that the horse–dealer’s self–interest would keep him true, at least for the time, to the party whence the greater rewards and presents might be expected.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading MAHÉGA IS FOUND IN STRANGE COMPANY, AND WINGENUND DEFERS, ON ACCOUNT OF MORE IMPORTANT CONCERNS, HIS PLAN FOR THE LIBERATION OF HIS FRIENDS.—A COUNCIL, A COMBAT, AND A SKIRMISH, IN WHICH LAST THE CROWS RECEIVE ASSISTANCE FROM A QUARTER WHENCE THEY LEAST EXPECTED IT.

in spite of what has just been said

From this reading Nevertheless, the game to be played was a difficult one, especially as the consequence of any unsuccessful attempt might prove fatal to them as well as to himself.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading MAHÉGA IS FOUND IN STRANGE COMPANY, AND WINGENUND DEFERS, ON ACCOUNT OF MORE IMPORTANT CONCERNS, HIS PLAN FOR THE LIBERATION OF HIS FRIENDS.—A COUNCIL, A COMBAT, AND A SKIRMISH, IN WHICH LAST THE CROWS RECEIVE ASSISTANCE FROM A QUARTER WHENCE THEY LEAST EXPECTED IT.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading MAHÉGA IS FOUND IN STRANGE COMPANY, AND WINGENUND DEFERS, ON ACCOUNT OF MORE IMPORTANT CONCERNS, HIS PLAN FOR THE LIBERATION OF HIS FRIENDS.—A COUNCIL, A COMBAT, AND A SKIRMISH, IN WHICH LAST THE CROWS RECEIVE ASSISTANCE FROM A QUARTER WHENCE THEY LEAST EXPECTED IT.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading Nevertheless, the game to be played was a difficult one, especially as the consequence of any unsuccessful attempt might prove fatal to them as well as to himself.

an organization to gain political power

From this reading However slight was the faith which he was disposed to place in the honesty of Besha, he confidently believed that the horse–dealer’s self–interest would keep him true, at least for the time, to the party whence the greater rewards and presents might be expected.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading However slight was the faith which he was disposed to place in the honesty of Besha, he confidently believed that the horse–dealer’s self–interest would keep him true, at least for the time, to the party whence the greater rewards and presents might be expected.

have the will and intention to carry out some action

From this reading MAHÉGA IS FOUND IN STRANGE COMPANY, AND WINGENUND DEFERS, ON ACCOUNT OF MORE IMPORTANT CONCERNS, HIS PLAN FOR THE LIBERATION OF HIS FRIENDS.—A COUNCIL, A COMBAT, AND A SKIRMISH, IN WHICH LAST THE CROWS RECEIVE ASSISTANCE FROM A QUARTER WHENCE THEY LEAST EXPECTED IT.

(of games) engaged in

From this reading Nevertheless, the game to be played was a difficult one, especially as the consequence of any unsuccessful attempt might prove fatal to them as well as to himself.

possession of controlling influence

From this reading He knew also that Bending–willow was kindly disposed towards the prisoners, and would do all that was in her power towards engaging her impatient and hot–headed husband to favour their release.

plural of “present” — the period of time that is happening now; any continuous stretch of time including the moment of speech

From this reading However slight was the faith which he was disposed to place in the honesty of Besha, he confidently believed that the horse–dealer’s self–interest would keep him true, at least for the time, to the party whence the greater rewards and presents might be expected.

plural of “prisoner” — a person who is confined; especially a prisoner of war

From this reading He knew also that Bending–willow was kindly disposed towards the prisoners, and would do all that was in her power towards engaging her impatient and hot–headed husband to favour their release.

be shown or be found to be

From this reading Nevertheless, the game to be played was a difficult one, especially as the consequence of any unsuccessful attempt might prove fatal to them as well as to himself.

one of four equal parts

From this reading MAHÉGA IS FOUND IN STRANGE COMPANY, AND WINGENUND DEFERS, ON ACCOUNT OF MORE IMPORTANT CONCERNS, HIS PLAN FOR THE LIBERATION OF HIS FRIENDS.—A COUNCIL, A COMBAT, AND A SKIRMISH, IN WHICH LAST THE CROWS RECEIVE ASSISTANCE FROM A QUARTER WHENCE THEY LEAST EXPECTED IT.

get something; come into possession of

From this reading MAHÉGA IS FOUND IN STRANGE COMPANY, AND WINGENUND DEFERS, ON ACCOUNT OF MORE IMPORTANT CONCERNS, HIS PLAN FOR THE LIBERATION OF HIS FRIENDS.—A COUNCIL, A COMBAT, AND A SKIRMISH, IN WHICH LAST THE CROWS RECEIVE ASSISTANCE FROM A QUARTER WHENCE THEY LEAST EXPECTED IT.

release, as from one's grip

From this reading He knew also that Bending–willow was kindly disposed towards the prisoners, and would do all that was in her power towards engaging her impatient and hot–headed husband to favour their release.

-ing form of “revolve” — turn on or around an axis or a center

From this reading We left Wingenund on his way to the Crow camp, revolving as he went various schemes for the deliverance of his friends.

plural of “reward” — a recompense for worthy acts or retribution for wrongdoing

From this reading However slight was the faith which he was disposed to place in the honesty of Besha, he confidently believed that the horse–dealer’s self–interest would keep him true, at least for the time, to the party whence the greater rewards and presents might be expected.

plural of “scheme” — an elaborate and systematic plan of action

From this reading We left Wingenund on his way to the Crow camp, revolving as he went various schemes for the deliverance of his friends.

your consciousness of your own identity

From this reading However slight was the faith which he was disposed to place in the honesty of Besha, he confidently believed that the horse–dealer’s self–interest would keep him true, at least for the time, to the party whence the greater rewards and presents might be expected.

a minor short-term fight

From this reading MAHÉGA IS FOUND IN STRANGE COMPANY, AND WINGENUND DEFERS, ON ACCOUNT OF MORE IMPORTANT CONCERNS, HIS PLAN FOR THE LIBERATION OF HIS FRIENDS.—A COUNCIL, A COMBAT, AND A SKIRMISH, IN WHICH LAST THE CROWS RECEIVE ASSISTANCE FROM A QUARTER WHENCE THEY LEAST EXPECTED IT.

a deliberate discourteous act (usually as an expression of anger or disapproval)

From this reading However slight was the faith which he was disposed to place in the honesty of Besha, he confidently believed that the horse–dealer’s self–interest would keep him true, at least for the time, to the party whence the greater rewards and presents might be expected.

being definitely out of the ordinary and unexpected; slightly odd or even a bit weird

From this reading MAHÉGA IS FOUND IN STRANGE COMPANY, AND WINGENUND DEFERS, ON ACCOUNT OF MORE IMPORTANT CONCERNS, HIS PLAN FOR THE LIBERATION OF HIS FRIENDS.—A COUNCIL, A COMBAT, AND A SKIRMISH, IN WHICH LAST THE CROWS RECEIVE ASSISTANCE FROM A QUARTER WHENCE THEY LEAST EXPECTED IT.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading However slight was the faith which he was disposed to place in the honesty of Besha, he confidently believed that the horse–dealer’s self–interest would keep him true, at least for the time, to the party whence the greater rewards and presents might be expected.

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

From this reading MAHÉGA IS FOUND IN STRANGE COMPANY, AND WINGENUND DEFERS, ON ACCOUNT OF MORE IMPORTANT CONCERNS, HIS PLAN FOR THE LIBERATION OF HIS FRIENDS.—A COUNCIL, A COMBAT, AND A SKIRMISH, IN WHICH LAST THE CROWS RECEIVE ASSISTANCE FROM A QUARTER WHENCE THEY LEAST EXPECTED IT.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading He knew also that Bending–willow was kindly disposed towards the prisoners, and would do all that was in her power towards engaging her impatient and hot–headed husband to favour their release.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading Nevertheless, the game to be played was a difficult one, especially as the consequence of any unsuccessful attempt might prove fatal to them as well as to himself.

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

From this reading MAHÉGA IS FOUND IN STRANGE COMPANY, AND WINGENUND DEFERS, ON ACCOUNT OF MORE IMPORTANT CONCERNS, HIS PLAN FOR THE LIBERATION OF HIS FRIENDS.—A COUNCIL, A COMBAT, AND A SKIRMISH, IN WHICH LAST THE CROWS RECEIVE ASSISTANCE FROM A QUARTER WHENCE THEY LEAST EXPECTED IT.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading However slight was the faith which he was disposed to place in the honesty of Besha, he confidently believed that the horse–dealer’s self–interest would keep him true, at least for the time, to the party whence the greater rewards and presents might be expected.

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

From this reading We left Wingenund on his way to the Crow camp, revolving as he went various schemes for the deliverance of his friends.

in the direction of

From this reading He knew also that Bending–willow was kindly disposed towards the prisoners, and would do all that was in her power towards engaging her impatient and hot–headed husband to favour their release.

consistent with fact or reality; not false

From this reading However slight was the faith which he was disposed to place in the honesty of Besha, he confidently believed that the horse–dealer’s self–interest would keep him true, at least for the time, to the party whence the greater rewards and presents might be expected.

not successful; having failed or having an unfavorable outcome

From this reading Nevertheless, the game to be played was a difficult one, especially as the consequence of any unsuccessful attempt might prove fatal to them as well as to himself.

of many different kinds purposefully arranged but lacking any uniformity

From this reading We left Wingenund on his way to the Crow camp, revolving as he went various schemes for the deliverance of his friends.

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

From this reading However slight was the faith which he was disposed to place in the honesty of Besha, he confidently believed that the horse–dealer’s self–interest would keep him true, at least for the time, to the party whence the greater rewards and presents might be expected.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading We left Wingenund on his way to the Crow camp, revolving as he went various schemes for the deliverance of his friends.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading We left Wingenund on his way to the Crow camp, revolving as he went various schemes for the deliverance of his friends.

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

From this reading Nevertheless, the game to be played was a difficult one, especially as the consequence of any unsuccessful attempt might prove fatal to them as well as to himself.

inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading We left Wingenund on his way to the Crow camp, revolving as he went various schemes for the deliverance of his friends.

an old word meaning “from where”

From this reading MAHÉGA IS FOUND IN STRANGE COMPANY, AND WINGENUND DEFERS, ON ACCOUNT OF MORE IMPORTANT CONCERNS, HIS PLAN FOR THE LIBERATION OF HIS FRIENDS.—A COUNCIL, A COMBAT, AND A SKIRMISH, IN WHICH LAST THE CROWS RECEIVE ASSISTANCE FROM A QUARTER WHENCE THEY LEAST EXPECTED IT.

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

From this reading MAHÉGA IS FOUND IN STRANGE COMPANY, AND WINGENUND DEFERS, ON ACCOUNT OF MORE IMPORTANT CONCERNS, HIS PLAN FOR THE LIBERATION OF HIS FRIENDS.—A COUNCIL, A COMBAT, AND A SKIRMISH, IN WHICH LAST THE CROWS RECEIVE ASSISTANCE FROM A QUARTER WHENCE THEY LEAST EXPECTED IT.

any of numerous deciduous trees and shrubs of the genus Salix

From this reading He knew also that Bending–willow was kindly disposed towards the prisoners, and would do all that was in her power towards engaging her impatient and hot–headed husband to favour their release.

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From this reading MAHÉGA IS FOUND IN STRANGE COMPANY, AND WINGENUND DEFERS, ON ACCOUNT OF MORE IMPORTANT CONCERNS, HIS PLAN FOR THE LIBERATION OF HIS FRIENDS.—A COUNCIL, A COMBAT, AND A SKIRMISH, IN WHICH LAST THE CROWS RECEIVE ASSISTANCE FROM A QUARTER WHENCE THEY LEAST EXPECTED IT.

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

From this reading However slight was the faith which he was disposed to place in the honesty of Besha, he confidently believed that the horse–dealer’s self–interest would keep him true, at least for the time, to the party whence the greater rewards and presents might be expected.