used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading A pleasing romance runs through the book, which adds to the interest."
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading It is one of those tales that the average reader of fiction of this sort thinks he knows all about after he has read the first few chapters.
addsnounUS /ædz/
plural of “add” — a condition (mostly in boys) characterized by behavioral and learning disorders
From this reading A pleasing romance runs through the book, which adds to the interest."
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading It is one of those tales that the average reader of fiction of this sort thinks he knows all about after he has read the first few chapters.
AlbanynounUS /ˈɔːlbəni/
state capital of New York; located in eastern New York State on the west bank of the Hudson river
From this reading See http:// _The Albany Evening Journal_ says: "Fully as interesting as his former books, and keeps one guessing to the end.
(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 It is one of those tales that the average reader of fiction of this sort thinks he knows all about after he has read the first few chapters.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading The story begins with the murder of an old lady, with no apparent cause for the crime, and in unraveling the mystery the author is very clever in hiding the real criminal.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading See http:// _The Albany Evening Journal_ says: "Fully as interesting as his former books, and keeps one guessing to the end.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading _The Philadelphia Public Ledger_ says: "'The Yellow Holly' outdoes any of his earlier stories.
clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment
From this reading The story begins with the murder of an old lady, with no apparent cause for the crime, and in unraveling the mystery the author is very clever in hiding the real criminal.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading See http:// _The Albany Evening Journal_ says: "Fully as interesting as his former books, and keeps one guessing to the end.
writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)
From this reading The story begins with the murder of an old lady, with no apparent cause for the crime, and in unraveling the mystery the author is very clever in hiding the real criminal.
averageadjectiveUS /ˈævərɪdʒ/
approximating the statistical norm or average or expected value
From this reading It is one of those tales that the average reader of fiction of this sort thinks he knows all about after he has read the first few chapters.
beginsnounUS /bɪˈɡɪnz/
plural of “begin” — Israeli statesman (born in Russia) who (as prime minister of Israel) negotiated a peace treaty with Anwar Sadat (then the president of Egypt) (1913-1992)
From this reading The story begins with the murder of an old lady, with no apparent cause for the crime, and in unraveling the mystery the author is very clever in hiding the real criminal.
a written work or composition that has been published (printed on pages bound together)
From this reading A pleasing romance runs through the book, which adds to the interest."
Bound written or printed works.
From this reading See http:// _The Albany Evening Journal_ says: "Fully as interesting as his former books, and keeps one guessing to the end.
events that provide the generative force that is the origin of something
From this reading The story begins with the murder of an old lady, with no apparent cause for the crime, and in unraveling the mystery the author is very clever in hiding the real criminal.
chaptersnounUS /ˈtʃæptərz/
plural of “chapter” — a subdivision of a written work; usually numbered and titled
From this reading It is one of those tales that the average reader of fiction of this sort thinks he knows all about after he has read the first few chapters.
showing self-interest and shrewdness in dealing with others
From this reading The story begins with the murder of an old lady, with no apparent cause for the crime, and in unraveling the mystery the author is very clever in hiding the real criminal.
(criminal law) an act punishable by law; usually considered an evil act
From this reading The story begins with the murder of an old lady, with no apparent cause for the crime, and in unraveling the mystery the author is very clever in hiding the real criminal.
criminaladjectiveUS /ˈkrɪmənəl/
bringing or deserving severe rebuke or censure
From this reading The story begins with the murder of an old lady, with no apparent cause for the crime, and in unraveling the mystery the author is very clever in hiding the real criminal.
earlier in time; previously
From this reading _The Philadelphia Public Ledger_ says: "'The Yellow Holly' outdoes any of his earlier stories.
either extremity of something that has length
From this reading See http:// _The Albany Evening Journal_ says: "Fully as interesting as his former books, and keeps one guessing to the end.
the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)
From this reading See http:// _The Albany Evening Journal_ says: "Fully as interesting as his former books, and keeps one guessing to the end.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number
From this reading It is one of those tales that the average reader of fiction of this sort thinks he knows all about after he has read the first few chapters.
fictionnounUS /ˈfɪkʃən/
a literary work based on the imagination and not necessarily on fact
From this reading It is one of those tales that the average reader of fiction of this sort thinks he knows all about after he has read the first few chapters.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading It is one of those tales that the average reader of fiction of this sort thinks he knows all about after he has read the first few chapters.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading The story begins with the murder of an old lady, with no apparent cause for the crime, and in unraveling the mystery the author is very clever in hiding the real criminal.
referring to the first of two things or persons mentioned (or the earlier one or ones of several)
From this reading See http:// _The Albany Evening Journal_ says: "Fully as interesting as his former books, and keeps one guessing to the end.
to the greatest degree or extent; completely or entirely; (“full” in this sense is used as a combining form)
From this reading See http:// _The Albany Evening Journal_ says: "Fully as interesting as his former books, and keeps one guessing to the end.
guessingnounUS /ˈɡesɪŋ/
an estimate based on little or no information
From this reading See http:// _The Albany Evening Journal_ says: "Fully as interesting as his former books, and keeps one guessing to the end.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading It is one of those tales that the average reader of fiction of this sort thinks he knows all about after he has read the first few chapters.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading It is one of those tales that the average reader of fiction of this sort thinks he knows all about after he has read the first few chapters.
hidingnounUS /ˈhaɪdɪŋ/
the activity of keeping something secret
From this reading The story begins with the murder of an old lady, with no apparent cause for the crime, and in unraveling the mystery the author is very clever in hiding the real criminal.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading See http:// _The Albany Evening Journal_ says: "Fully as interesting as his former books, and keeps one guessing to the end.
HollynounUS /ˈhɑːli/
any tree or shrub of the genus Ilex having red berries and shiny evergreen leaves with prickly edges
From this reading _The Philadelphia Public Ledger_ says: "'The Yellow Holly' outdoes any of his earlier stories.
httpnounUS /ˌeɪtʃtiːtiːˈpiː/
a protocol (utilizing TCP) to transfer hypertext requests and information between servers and browsers
From this reading See http:// _The Albany Evening Journal_ says: "Fully as interesting as his former books, and keeps one guessing to the end.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading The story begins with the murder of an old lady, with no apparent cause for the crime, and in unraveling the mystery the author is very clever in hiding the real criminal.
a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something
From this reading A pleasing romance runs through the book, which adds to the interest."
arousing or holding the attention
From this reading See http:// _The Albany Evening Journal_ says: "Fully as interesting as his former books, and keeps one guessing to the end.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The story begins with the murder of an old lady, with no apparent cause for the crime, and in unraveling the mystery the author is very clever in hiding the real criminal.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It is one of those tales that the average reader of fiction of this sort thinks he knows all about after he has read the first few chapters.
JournalnounUS /ˈdʒɜːrnəl/
a daily written record of (usually personal) experiences and observations
From this reading See http:// _The Albany Evening Journal_ says: "Fully as interesting as his former books, and keeps one guessing to the end.
plural of “keep” — the financial means whereby one lives
From this reading See http:// _The Albany Evening Journal_ says: "Fully as interesting as his former books, and keeps one guessing to the end.
plural of “know” — the fact of being aware of information that is known to few people
From this reading It is one of those tales that the average reader of fiction of this sort thinks he knows all about after he has read the first few chapters.
a polite name for any woman
From this reading The story begins with the murder of an old lady, with no apparent cause for the crime, and in unraveling the mystery the author is very clever in hiding the real criminal.
LedgernounUS /ˈledʒər/
a record in which commercial accounts are recorded
From this reading _The Philadelphia Public Ledger_ says: "'The Yellow Holly' outdoes any of his earlier stories.
kill intentionally and with premeditation
From this reading The story begins with the murder of an old lady, with no apparent cause for the crime, and in unraveling the mystery the author is very clever in hiding the real criminal.
something that baffles understanding and cannot be explained
From this reading The story begins with the murder of an old lady, with no apparent cause for the crime, and in unraveling the mystery the author is very clever in hiding the real criminal.
not any; not one
From this reading The story begins with the murder of an old lady, with no apparent cause for the crime, and in unraveling the mystery the author is very clever in hiding the real criminal.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading The story begins with the murder of an old lady, with no apparent cause for the crime, and in unraveling the mystery the author is very clever in hiding the real criminal.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading The story begins with the murder of an old lady, with no apparent cause for the crime, and in unraveling the mystery the author is very clever in hiding the real criminal.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading See http:// _The Albany Evening Journal_ says: "Fully as interesting as his former books, and keeps one guessing to the end.
outdoesverbUS /ˌaʊtˈdʌz/
third-person singular of “outdo” — be or do something to a greater degree
From this reading _The Philadelphia Public Ledger_ says: "'The Yellow Holly' outdoes any of his earlier stories.
PhiladelphianounUS /ˌfɪləˈdelfiə/
the largest city in Pennsylvania; located in the southeastern part of the state on the Delaware river; site of Independence Hall where the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution were signed; site of the University of Pennsylvania
From this reading _The Philadelphia Public Ledger_ says: "'The Yellow Holly' outdoes any of his earlier stories.
pleasingadjectiveUS /ˈpliːzɪŋ/
giving pleasure and satisfaction
From this reading A pleasing romance runs through the book, which adds to the interest."
people in general considered as a whole
From this reading _The Philadelphia Public Ledger_ says: "'The Yellow Holly' outdoes any of his earlier stories.
interpret something that is written or printed
From this reading It is one of those tales that the average reader of fiction of this sort thinks he knows all about after he has read the first few chapters.
a person who enjoys reading
From this reading It is one of those tales that the average reader of fiction of this sort thinks he knows all about after he has read the first few chapters.
being or occurring in fact or actuality; having verified existence; not illusory
From this reading The story begins with the murder of an old lady, with no apparent cause for the crime, and in unraveling the mystery the author is very clever in hiding the real criminal.
a relationship between two lovers
From this reading A pleasing romance runs through the book, which adds to the interest."
plural of “run” — a score in baseball made by a runner touching all four bases safely
From this reading A pleasing romance runs through the book, which adds to the interest."
plural of “say” — the chance to speak
From this reading See http:// _The Albany Evening Journal_ says: "Fully as interesting as his former books, and keeps one guessing to the end.
perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading See http:// _The Albany Evening Journal_ says: "Fully as interesting as his former books, and keeps one guessing to the end.
a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality
From this reading It is one of those tales that the average reader of fiction of this sort thinks he knows all about after he has read the first few chapters.
plural of “story” — 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 _The Philadelphia Public Ledger_ says: "'The Yellow Holly' outdoes any of his earlier stories.
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 The story begins with the murder of an old lady, with no apparent cause for the crime, and in unraveling the mystery the author is very clever in hiding the real criminal.
plural of “tale” — 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 It is one of those tales that the average reader of fiction of this sort thinks he knows all about after he has read the first few chapters.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading It is one of those tales that the average reader of fiction of this sort thinks he knows all about after he has read the first few chapters.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading See http:// _The Albany Evening Journal_ says: "Fully as interesting as his former books, and keeps one guessing to the end.
plural of “think” — an instance of deliberate thinking
From this reading It is one of those tales that the average reader of fiction of this sort thinks he knows all about after he has read the first few chapters.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading It is one of those tales that the average reader of fiction of this sort thinks he knows all about after he has read the first few chapters.
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading It is one of those tales that the average reader of fiction of this sort thinks he knows all about after he has read the first few chapters.
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading A pleasing romance runs through the book, which adds to the interest."
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading See http:// _The Albany Evening Journal_ says: "Fully as interesting as his former books, and keeps one guessing to the end.
unravelingverbUS /ənˈrævəlɪŋ/
-ing form of “unravel” — become or cause to become undone by separating the fibers or threads of
From this reading The story begins with the murder of an old lady, with no apparent cause for the crime, and in unraveling the mystery the author is very clever in hiding the real criminal.
precisely as stated
From this reading The story begins with the murder of an old lady, with no apparent cause for the crime, and in unraveling the mystery the author is very clever in hiding the real criminal.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading A pleasing romance runs through the book, which adds to the interest."
in the company of; together with
From this reading The story begins with the murder of an old lady, with no apparent cause for the crime, and in unraveling the mystery the author is very clever in hiding the real criminal.
of the color intermediate between green and orange in the color spectrum; of something resembling the color of an egg yolk
From this reading _The Philadelphia Public Ledger_ says: "'The Yellow Holly' outdoes any of his earlier stories.
