Chapter XVI · Chapter 16

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

From this reading There had been a time in his life when he would have brought the men to a quick and final accounting, for their offense was one that the laws governing human conduct in this country would not condone; but he was not the man he had been before the coming of Ruth; her views on the taking of human life--no matter what the provocation--were barriers that effectively restrained his desires.

a convincing explanation that reveals basic causes

From this reading There had been a time in his life when he would have brought the men to a quick and final accounting, for their offense was one that the laws governing human conduct in this country would not condone; but he was not the man he had been before the coming of Ruth; her views on the taking of human life--no matter what the provocation--were barriers that effectively restrained his desires.

take a risk in the hope of a favorable outcome

From this reading He had shown no indication of it when she had related to him the story of her adventure with the men, nor did he mention it to any of his associates.

touching and pressing; in opposition to

From this reading TWO ARE TAUGHT LESSONS There was one other thing that Ruth did not know--the rage that dwelt in Randerson's heart against Chavis and Kester.

prior to a specified or implied time

From this reading That would be an indication of impotence, of servile yielding to the feminine edict that had already gone forth, and behind which Chavis and his men were even now hiding--the decree of the Flying W owner that there should be no taking of human life.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading That would be an indication of impotence, of servile yielding to the feminine edict that had already gone forth, and behind which Chavis and his men were even now hiding--the decree of the Flying W owner that there should be no taking of human life.

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

From this reading TWO ARE TAUGHT LESSONS There was one other thing that Ruth did not know--the rage that dwelt in Randerson's heart against Chavis and Kester.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading He had shown no indication of it when she had related to him the story of her adventure with the men, nor did he mention it to any of his associates.

the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading TWO ARE TAUGHT LESSONS There was one other thing that Ruth did not know--the rage that dwelt in Randerson's heart against Chavis and Kester.

plural of “associate” — a person who joins with others in some activity or endeavor

From this reading He had shown no indication of it when she had related to him the story of her adventure with the men, nor did he mention it to any of his associates.

plural of “barrier” — a structure or object that impedes free movement

From this reading There had been a time in his life when he would have brought the men to a quick and final accounting, for their offense was one that the laws governing human conduct in this country would not condone; but he was not the man he had been before the coming of Ruth; her views on the taking of human life--no matter what the provocation--were barriers that effectively restrained his desires.

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

From this reading That would be an indication of impotence, of servile yielding to the feminine edict that had already gone forth, and behind which Chavis and his men were even now hiding--the decree of the Flying W owner that there should be no taking of human life.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading There had been a time in his life when he would have brought the men to a quick and final accounting, for their offense was one that the laws governing human conduct in this country would not condone; but he was not the man he had been before the coming of Ruth; her views on the taking of human life--no matter what the provocation--were barriers that effectively restrained his desires.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading There had been a time in his life when he would have brought the men to a quick and final accounting, for their offense was one that the laws governing human conduct in this country would not condone; but he was not the man he had been before the coming of Ruth; her views on the taking of human life--no matter what the provocation--were barriers that effectively restrained his desires.

at or toward the back of something

From this reading That would be an indication of impotence, of servile yielding to the feminine edict that had already gone forth, and behind which Chavis and his men were even now hiding--the decree of the Flying W owner that there should be no taking of human life.

inflected form of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere

From this reading There had been a time in his life when he would have brought the men to a quick and final accounting, for their offense was one that the laws governing human conduct in this country would not condone; but he was not the man he had been before the coming of Ruth; her views on the taking of human life--no matter what the provocation--were barriers that effectively restrained his desires.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading There had been a time in his life when he would have brought the men to a quick and final accounting, for their offense was one that the laws governing human conduct in this country would not condone; but he was not the man he had been before the coming of Ruth; her views on the taking of human life--no matter what the provocation--were barriers that effectively restrained his desires.

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From this reading TWO ARE TAUGHT LESSONS There was one other thing that Ruth did not know--the rage that dwelt in Randerson's heart against Chavis and Kester.

the act of drawing spatially closer to something

From this reading There had been a time in his life when he would have brought the men to a quick and final accounting, for their offense was one that the laws governing human conduct in this country would not condone; but he was not the man he had been before the coming of Ruth; her views on the taking of human life--no matter what the provocation--were barriers that effectively restrained his desires.

excuse, overlook, or make allowances for; be lenient with

From this reading There had been a time in his life when he would have brought the men to a quick and final accounting, for their offense was one that the laws governing human conduct in this country would not condone; but he was not the man he had been before the coming of Ruth; her views on the taking of human life--no matter what the provocation--were barriers that effectively restrained his desires.

direct the course of; manage or control

From this reading There had been a time in his life when he would have brought the men to a quick and final accounting, for their offense was one that the laws governing human conduct in this country would not condone; but he was not the man he had been before the coming of Ruth; her views on the taking of human life--no matter what the provocation--were barriers that effectively restrained his desires.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading Yet he could not permit Kester and Chavis to think they could repeat the offense with impunity.

a politically organized body of people under a single government

From this reading There had been a time in his life when he would have brought the men to a quick and final accounting, for their offense was one that the laws governing human conduct in this country would not condone; but he was not the man he had been before the coming of Ruth; her views on the taking of human life--no matter what the provocation--were barriers that effectively restrained his desires.

issue a decree

From this reading That would be an indication of impotence, of servile yielding to the feminine edict that had already gone forth, and behind which Chavis and his men were even now hiding--the decree of the Flying W owner that there should be no taking of human life.

plural of “desire” — the feeling that accompanies an unsatisfied state

From this reading There had been a time in his life when he would have brought the men to a quick and final accounting, for their offense was one that the laws governing human conduct in this country would not condone; but he was not the man he had been before the coming of Ruth; her views on the taking of human life--no matter what the provocation--were barriers that effectively restrained his desires.

the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives

From this reading TWO ARE TAUGHT LESSONS There was one other thing that Ruth did not know--the rage that dwelt in Randerson's heart against Chavis and Kester.

inflected form of “dwell” — think moodily or anxiously about something

From this reading TWO ARE TAUGHT LESSONS There was one other thing that Ruth did not know--the rage that dwelt in Randerson's heart against Chavis and Kester.

a formal or authoritative proclamation

From this reading That would be an indication of impotence, of servile yielding to the feminine edict that had already gone forth, and behind which Chavis and his men were even now hiding--the decree of the Flying W owner that there should be no taking of human life.

in an effective manner

From this reading There had been a time in his life when he would have brought the men to a quick and final accounting, for their offense was one that the laws governing human conduct in this country would not condone; but he was not the man he had been before the coming of Ruth; her views on the taking of human life--no matter what the provocation--were barriers that effectively restrained his desires.

divisible by two

From this reading That would be an indication of impotence, of servile yielding to the feminine edict that had already gone forth, and behind which Chavis and his men were even now hiding--the decree of the Flying W owner that there should be no taking of human life.

associated with women and not with men

From this reading That would be an indication of impotence, of servile yielding to the feminine edict that had already gone forth, and behind which Chavis and his men were even now hiding--the decree of the Flying W owner that there should be no taking of human life.

occurring at or forming an end or termination

From this reading There had been a time in his life when he would have brought the men to a quick and final accounting, for their offense was one that the laws governing human conduct in this country would not condone; but he was not the man he had been before the coming of Ruth; her views on the taking of human life--no matter what the provocation--were barriers that effectively restrained his desires.

moving swiftly

From this reading That would be an indication of impotence, of servile yielding to the feminine edict that had already gone forth, and behind which Chavis and his men were even now hiding--the decree of the Flying W owner that there should be no taking of human life.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading There had been a time in his life when he would have brought the men to a quick and final accounting, for their offense was one that the laws governing human conduct in this country would not condone; but he was not the man he had been before the coming of Ruth; her views on the taking of human life--no matter what the provocation--were barriers that effectively restrained his desires.

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

From this reading That would be an indication of impotence, of servile yielding to the feminine edict that had already gone forth, and behind which Chavis and his men were even now hiding--the decree of the Flying W owner that there should be no taking of human life.

destroyed or killed

From this reading That would be an indication of impotence, of servile yielding to the feminine edict that had already gone forth, and behind which Chavis and his men were even now hiding--the decree of the Flying W owner that there should be no taking of human life.

responsible for making and enforcing rules and laws

From this reading There had been a time in his life when he would have brought the men to a quick and final accounting, for their offense was one that the laws governing human conduct in this country would not condone; but he was not the man he had been before the coming of Ruth; her views on the taking of human life--no matter what the provocation--were barriers that effectively restrained his desires.

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

From this reading He had shown no indication of it when she had related to him the story of her adventure with the men, nor did he mention it to any of his associates.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading There had been a time in his life when he would have brought the men to a quick and final accounting, for their offense was one that the laws governing human conduct in this country would not condone; but he was not the man he had been before the coming of Ruth; her views on the taking of human life--no matter what the provocation--were barriers that effectively restrained his desires.

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

From this reading He had shown no indication of it when she had related to him the story of her adventure with the men, nor did he mention it to any of his associates.

the locus of feelings and intuitions

From this reading TWO ARE TAUGHT LESSONS There was one other thing that Ruth did not know--the rage that dwelt in Randerson's heart against Chavis and Kester.

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

From this reading He had shown no indication of it when she had related to him the story of her adventure with the men, nor did he mention it to any of his associates.

the activity of keeping something secret

From this reading That would be an indication of impotence, of servile yielding to the feminine edict that had already gone forth, and behind which Chavis and his men were even now hiding--the decree of the Flying W owner that there should be no taking of human life.

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

From this reading He had shown no indication of it when she had related to him the story of her adventure with the men, nor did he mention it to any of his associates.

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

From this reading He had shown no indication of it when she had related to him the story of her adventure with the men, nor did he mention it to any of his associates.

characteristic of humanity

From this reading There had been a time in his life when he would have brought the men to a quick and final accounting, for their offense was one that the laws governing human conduct in this country would not condone; but he was not the man he had been before the coming of Ruth; her views on the taking of human life--no matter what the provocation--were barriers that effectively restrained his desires.

the quality of lacking strength or power; being weak and feeble

From this reading That would be an indication of impotence, of servile yielding to the feminine edict that had already gone forth, and behind which Chavis and his men were even now hiding--the decree of the Flying W owner that there should be no taking of human life.

exemption from punishment or loss

From this reading Yet he could not permit Kester and Chavis to think they could repeat the offense with impunity.

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

From this reading TWO ARE TAUGHT LESSONS There was one other thing that Ruth did not know--the rage that dwelt in Randerson's heart against Chavis and Kester.

something that serves to indicate or suggest

From this reading He had shown no indication of it when she had related to him the story of her adventure with the men, nor did he mention it to any of his associates.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading He had shown no indication of it when she had related to him the story of her adventure with the men, nor did he mention it to any of his associates.

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

From this reading TWO ARE TAUGHT LESSONS There was one other thing that Ruth did not know--the rage that dwelt in Randerson's heart against Chavis and Kester.

be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about

From this reading TWO ARE TAUGHT LESSONS There was one other thing that Ruth did not know--the rage that dwelt in Randerson's heart against Chavis and Kester.

the first of three divisions of the Hebrew Scriptures comprising the first five books of the Hebrew Bible considered as a unit

From this reading There had been a time in his life when he would have brought the men to a quick and final accounting, for their offense was one that the laws governing human conduct in this country would not condone; but he was not the man he had been before the coming of Ruth; her views on the taking of human life--no matter what the provocation--were barriers that effectively restrained his desires.

plural of “lesson” — a unit of instruction

From this reading TWO ARE TAUGHT LESSONS There was one other thing that Ruth did not know--the rage that dwelt in Randerson's heart against Chavis and Kester.

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading There had been a time in his life when he would have brought the men to a quick and final accounting, for their offense was one that the laws governing human conduct in this country would not condone; but he was not the man he had been before the coming of Ruth; her views on the taking of human life--no matter what the provocation--were barriers that effectively restrained his desires.

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading There had been a time in his life when he would have brought the men to a quick and final accounting, for their offense was one that the laws governing human conduct in this country would not condone; but he was not the man he had been before the coming of Ruth; her views on the taking of human life--no matter what the provocation--were barriers that effectively restrained his desires.

a vaguely specified concern

From this reading There had been a time in his life when he would have brought the men to a quick and final accounting, for their offense was one that the laws governing human conduct in this country would not condone; but he was not the man he had been before the coming of Ruth; her views on the taking of human life--no matter what the provocation--were barriers that effectively restrained his desires.

the force of workers available

From this reading He had shown no indication of it when she had related to him the story of her adventure with the men, nor did he mention it to any of his associates.

make reference to

From this reading He had shown no indication of it when she had related to him the story of her adventure with the men, nor did he mention it to any of his associates.

not any; not one

From this reading He had shown no indication of it when she had related to him the story of her adventure with the men, nor did he mention it to any of his associates.

and not; used after a negative to add a second negative

From this reading He had shown no indication of it when she had related to him the story of her adventure with the men, nor did he mention it to any of his associates.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading TWO ARE TAUGHT LESSONS There was one other thing that Ruth did not know--the rage that dwelt in Randerson's heart against Chavis and Kester.

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading That would be an indication of impotence, of servile yielding to the feminine edict that had already gone forth, and behind which Chavis and his men were even now hiding--the decree of the Flying W owner that there should be no taking of human life.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading He had shown no indication of it when she had related to him the story of her adventure with the men, nor did he mention it to any of his associates.

a lack of politeness; a failure to show regard for others; wounding the feelings or others

From this reading There had been a time in his life when he would have brought the men to a quick and final accounting, for their offense was one that the laws governing human conduct in this country would not condone; but he was not the man he had been before the coming of Ruth; her views on the taking of human life--no matter what the provocation--were barriers that effectively restrained his desires.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading There had been a time in his life when he would have brought the men to a quick and final accounting, for their offense was one that the laws governing human conduct in this country would not condone; but he was not the man he had been before the coming of Ruth; her views on the taking of human life--no matter what the provocation--were barriers that effectively restrained his desires.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading TWO ARE TAUGHT LESSONS There was one other thing that Ruth did not know--the rage that dwelt in Randerson's heart against Chavis and Kester.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading TWO ARE TAUGHT LESSONS There was one other thing that Ruth did not know--the rage that dwelt in Randerson's heart against Chavis and Kester.

(law) someone who owns (is legal possessor of) a business

From this reading That would be an indication of impotence, of servile yielding to the feminine edict that had already gone forth, and behind which Chavis and his men were even now hiding--the decree of the Flying W owner that there should be no taking of human life.

a legal document giving official permission to do something

From this reading Yet he could not permit Kester and Chavis to think they could repeat the offense with impunity.

unfriendly behavior that causes anger or resentment

From this reading There had been a time in his life when he would have brought the men to a quick and final accounting, for their offense was one that the laws governing human conduct in this country would not condone; but he was not the man he had been before the coming of Ruth; her views on the taking of human life--no matter what the provocation--were barriers that effectively restrained his desires.

accomplished rapidly and without delay

From this reading There had been a time in his life when he would have brought the men to a quick and final accounting, for their offense was one that the laws governing human conduct in this country would not condone; but he was not the man he had been before the coming of Ruth; her views on the taking of human life--no matter what the provocation--were barriers that effectively restrained his desires.

a feeling of intense anger

From this reading TWO ARE TAUGHT LESSONS There was one other thing that Ruth did not know--the rage that dwelt in Randerson's heart against Chavis and Kester.

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

From this reading TWO ARE TAUGHT LESSONS There was one other thing that Ruth did not know--the rage that dwelt in Randerson's heart against Chavis and Kester.

being connected either logically or causally or by shared characteristics

From this reading He had shown no indication of it when she had related to him the story of her adventure with the men, nor did he mention it to any of his associates.

to say, state, or perform again

From this reading Yet he could not permit Kester and Chavis to think they could repeat the offense with impunity.

cool and formal in manner

From this reading There had been a time in his life when he would have brought the men to a quick and final accounting, for their offense was one that the laws governing human conduct in this country would not condone; but he was not the man he had been before the coming of Ruth; her views on the taking of human life--no matter what the provocation--were barriers that effectively restrained his desires.

United States professional baseball player famous for hitting home runs (1895-1948)

From this reading TWO ARE TAUGHT LESSONS There was one other thing that Ruth did not know--the rage that dwelt in Randerson's heart against Chavis and Kester.

submissive or fawning in attitude or behavior

From this reading That would be an indication of impotence, of servile yielding to the feminine edict that had already gone forth, and behind which Chavis and his men were even now hiding--the decree of the Flying W owner that there should be no taking of human life.

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

From this reading He had shown no indication of it when she had related to him the story of her adventure with the men, nor did he mention it to any of his associates.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading That would be an indication of impotence, of servile yielding to the feminine edict that had already gone forth, and behind which Chavis and his men were even now hiding--the decree of the Flying W owner that there should be no taking of human life.

inflected form of “show” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading He had shown no indication of it when she had related to him the story of her adventure with the men, nor did he mention it to any of his associates.

a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program

From this reading He had shown no indication of it when she had related to him the story of her adventure with the men, nor did he mention it to any of his associates.

the act of someone who picks up or takes something

From this reading There had been a time in his life when he would have brought the men to a quick and final accounting, for their offense was one that the laws governing human conduct in this country would not condone; but he was not the man he had been before the coming of Ruth; her views on the taking of human life--no matter what the provocation--were barriers that effectively restrained his desires.

inflected form of “teach” — impart skills or knowledge to

From this reading TWO ARE TAUGHT LESSONS There was one other thing that Ruth did not know--the rage that dwelt in Randerson's heart against Chavis and Kester.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading TWO ARE TAUGHT LESSONS There was one other thing that Ruth did not know--the rage that dwelt in Randerson's heart against Chavis and Kester.

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

From this reading TWO ARE TAUGHT LESSONS There was one other thing that Ruth did not know--the rage that dwelt in Randerson's heart against Chavis and Kester.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading There had been a time in his life when he would have brought the men to a quick and final accounting, for their offense was one that the laws governing human conduct in this country would not condone; but he was not the man he had been before the coming of Ruth; her views on the taking of human life--no matter what the provocation--were barriers that effectively restrained his desires.

in or at that place or location

From this reading TWO ARE TAUGHT LESSONS There was one other thing that Ruth did not know--the rage that dwelt in Randerson's heart against Chavis and Kester.

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

From this reading Yet he could not permit Kester and Chavis to think they could repeat the offense with impunity.

a special situation

From this reading TWO ARE TAUGHT LESSONS There was one other thing that Ruth did not know--the rage that dwelt in Randerson's heart against Chavis and Kester.

judge or regard; look upon; judge

From this reading Yet he could not permit Kester and Chavis to think they could repeat the offense with impunity.

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

From this reading There had been a time in his life when he would have brought the men to a quick and final accounting, for their offense was one that the laws governing human conduct in this country would not condone; but he was not the man he had been before the coming of Ruth; her views on the taking of human life--no matter what the provocation--were barriers that effectively restrained his desires.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading There had been a time in his life when he would have brought the men to a quick and final accounting, for their offense was one that the laws governing human conduct in this country would not condone; but he was not the man he had been before the coming of Ruth; her views on the taking of human life--no matter what the provocation--were barriers that effectively restrained his desires.

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

From this reading He had shown no indication of it when she had related to him the story of her adventure with the men, nor did he mention it to any of his associates.

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

From this reading TWO ARE TAUGHT LESSONS There was one other thing that Ruth did not know--the rage that dwelt in Randerson's heart against Chavis and Kester.

plural of “view” — a way of regarding situations or topics etc.

From this reading There had been a time in his life when he would have brought the men to a quick and final accounting, for their offense was one that the laws governing human conduct in this country would not condone; but he was not the man he had been before the coming of Ruth; her views on the taking of human life--no matter what the provocation--were barriers that effectively restrained his desires.

a heavy grey-white metallic element; the pure form is used mainly in electrical applications; it is found in several ores including wolframite and scheelite

From this reading That would be an indication of impotence, of servile yielding to the feminine edict that had already gone forth, and behind which Chavis and his men were even now hiding--the decree of the Flying W owner that there should be no taking of human life.

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

From this reading TWO ARE TAUGHT LESSONS There was one other thing that Ruth did not know--the rage that dwelt in Randerson's heart against Chavis and Kester.

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading There had been a time in his life when he would have brought the men to a quick and final accounting, for their offense was one that the laws governing human conduct in this country would not condone; but he was not the man he had been before the coming of Ruth; her views on the taking of human life--no matter what the provocation--were barriers that effectively restrained his desires.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading There had been a time in his life when he would have brought the men to a quick and final accounting, for their offense was one that the laws governing human conduct in this country would not condone; but he was not the man he had been before the coming of Ruth; her views on the taking of human life--no matter what the provocation--were barriers that effectively restrained his desires.

at the time that

From this reading He had shown no indication of it when she had related to him the story of her adventure with the men, nor did he mention it to any of his associates.

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

From this reading That would be an indication of impotence, of servile yielding to the feminine edict that had already gone forth, and behind which Chavis and his men were even now hiding--the decree of the Flying W owner that there should be no taking of human life.

in the company of; together with

From this reading He had shown no indication of it when she had related to him the story of her adventure with the men, nor did he mention it to any of his associates.

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

From this reading There had been a time in his life when he would have brought the men to a quick and final accounting, for their offense was one that the laws governing human conduct in this country would not condone; but he was not the man he had been before the coming of Ruth; her views on the taking of human life--no matter what the provocation--were barriers that effectively restrained his desires.

but in spite of that

From this reading Yet he could not permit Kester and Chavis to think they could repeat the offense with impunity.

inclined to yield to argument or influence or control

From this reading That would be an indication of impotence, of servile yielding to the feminine edict that had already gone forth, and behind which Chavis and his men were even now hiding--the decree of the Flying W owner that there should be no taking of human life.