used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
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tending to become more severe or wider in scope
From this reading Nobody expects active boys and girls to be wrapped in cotton wool and stored away out of all harm’s reach.
plural of “adventure” — a wild and exciting undertaking (not necessarily lawful)
From this reading In “The Safety First Club” and the volumes which are to follow it are set forth certain adventures of boys who have to deal with problems such as confront healthy young Americans, boys well intentioned but not wise beyond their years, fond of the open, restive under restraint.
(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 Nobody expects active boys and girls to be wrapped in cotton wool and stored away out of all harm’s reach.
alongprepositionUS /əˈlɔːŋ/
following the length of something from one end toward the other
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AmericansnounUS /əˈmerəkənz/
plural of “american” — a native or inhabitant of the United States
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used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
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appreciativelyadverbUS /əˈpriːʃieɪtɪvli/
with appreciation; in a grateful manner
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areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading But there are unnecessary risks, just as there are other risks which are not to be avoided; and it is in shunning these unnecessary risks, in learning that reasonable caution is not cowardice, that recklessness is no proof of bravery, and that the way to redeem a mistake is not to repeat it, that the rule is to be truly honored.
artauxiliary verbUS /ɑːrt/
an old form of “are”, used with “thou”
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at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading They have their work to do in the world, and in doing it must take certain risks as the rest of us do.
author'snounUS /ˈɔːθərz/
possessive form of “author” — writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)
From this reading It is the author’s hope that in their haps and mishaps they may be found likably human. * * * * * The Safety First Club
avoidedverbUS /əˈvɔɪdɪd/
past form of “avoid” — stay clear from; keep away from; keep out of the way of someone or something
From this reading But there are unnecessary risks, just as there are other risks which are not to be avoided; and it is in shunning these unnecessary risks, in learning that reasonable caution is not cowardice, that recklessness is no proof of bravery, and that the way to redeem a mistake is not to repeat it, that the rule is to be truly honored.
from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)
From this reading Nobody expects active boys and girls to be wrapped in cotton wool and stored away out of all harm’s reach.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Nobody expects active boys and girls to be wrapped in cotton wool and stored away out of all harm’s reach.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
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on the far side of; further than
From this reading In “The Safety First Club” and the volumes which are to follow it are set forth certain adventures of boys who have to deal with problems such as confront healthy young Americans, boys well intentioned but not wise beyond their years, fond of the open, restive under restraint.
a written work or composition that has been published (printed on pages bound together)
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plural of “boy” — a youthful male person
From this reading Nobody expects active boys and girls to be wrapped in cotton wool and stored away out of all harm’s reach.
brakesnounUS /breɪks/
a braking device consisting of a combination of interacting parts that work to slow a motor vehicle
From this reading Like other brakes on machines or men it sometimes seems to cause too much friction, with resulting protest, especially from youngsters impatient of warnings of dangers possible rather than presently pressing.
braverynounUS /ˈbreɪvəri/
a quality of spirit that enables you to face danger or pain without showing fear
From this reading But there are unnecessary risks, just as there are other risks which are not to be avoided; and it is in shunning these unnecessary risks, in learning that reasonable caution is not cowardice, that recklessness is no proof of bravery, and that the way to redeem a mistake is not to repeat it, that the rule is to be truly honored.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading But there are unnecessary risks, just as there are other risks which are not to be avoided; and it is in shunning these unnecessary risks, in learning that reasonable caution is not cowardice, that recklessness is no proof of bravery, and that the way to redeem a mistake is not to repeat it, that the rule is to be truly honored.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Text enclosed by underscores is in italics (_italics_).
events that provide the generative force that is the origin of something
From this reading Like other brakes on machines or men it sometimes seems to cause too much friction, with resulting protest, especially from youngsters impatient of warnings of dangers possible rather than presently pressing.
cautionnounUS /ˈkɑːʃən/
the trait of being cautious; being attentive to possible danger
From this reading But there are unnecessary risks, just as there are other risks which are not to be avoided; and it is in shunning these unnecessary risks, in learning that reasonable caution is not cowardice, that recklessness is no proof of bravery, and that the way to redeem a mistake is not to repeat it, that the rule is to be truly honored.
definite but not specified or identified
From this reading They have their work to do in the world, and in doing it must take certain risks as the rest of us do.
a team of professional baseball players who play and travel together
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combiningnounUS /kəmˈbaɪnɪŋ/
an occurrence that results in things being united
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direct the course of; manage or control
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confrontverbUS /kənˈfrʌnt/
oppose, as in hostility or a competition
From this reading In “The Safety First Club” and the volumes which are to follow it are set forth certain adventures of boys who have to deal with problems such as confront healthy young Americans, boys well intentioned but not wise beyond their years, fond of the open, restive under restraint.
cottonnounUS /ˈkɑːtən/
soft silky fibers from cotton plants in their raw state
From this reading Nobody expects active boys and girls to be wrapped in cotton wool and stored away out of all harm’s reach.
cowardicenounUS /ˈkaʊərdəs/
the trait of lacking courage
From this reading But there are unnecessary risks, just as there are other risks which are not to be avoided; and it is in shunning these unnecessary risks, in learning that reasonable caution is not cowardice, that recklessness is no proof of bravery, and that the way to redeem a mistake is not to repeat it, that the rule is to be truly honored.
criticnounUS /ˈkrɪtɪk/
a person who is professionally engaged in the analysis and interpretation of works of art
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dangersnounUS /ˈdeɪndʒərz/
plural of “danger” — the condition of being susceptible to harm or injury
From this reading Like other brakes on machines or men it sometimes seems to cause too much friction, with resulting protest, especially from youngsters impatient of warnings of dangers possible rather than presently pressing.
act on verbally or in some form of artistic expression
From this reading In “The Safety First Club” and the volumes which are to follow it are set forth certain adventures of boys who have to deal with problems such as confront healthy young Americans, boys well intentioned but not wise beyond their years, fond of the open, restive under restraint.
dedicatedadjectiveUS /ˈdedəkeɪtəd/
devoted to a cause or ideal or purpose
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used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading They have their work to do in the world, and in doing it must take certain risks as the rest of us do.
-ing form of “do” — engage in
From this reading They have their work to do in the world, and in doing it must take certain risks as the rest of us do.
comparative of “easy” — posing no difficulty; requiring little effort
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enclosedadjectiveUS /enˈkloʊzd/
closed in or surrounded or included within
From this reading Text enclosed by underscores is in italics (_italics_).
to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common
From this reading Like other brakes on machines or men it sometimes seems to cause too much friction, with resulting protest, especially from youngsters impatient of warnings of dangers possible rather than presently pressing.
expectsverbUS /ɪkˈspekts/
third-person singular of “expect” — regard something as probable or likely
From this reading Nobody expects active boys and girls to be wrapped in cotton wool and stored away out of all harm’s reach.
undergo or live through a difficult experience
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a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred
From this reading The fact is, however, that these objectors fail to recognize the true spirit of the rule.
fail to do something; leave something undone
From this reading The fact is, however, that these objectors fail to recognize the true spirit of the rule.
FirstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
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to travel behind, go after, come after
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having or displaying warmth or affection
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from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)
From this reading In “The Safety First Club” and the volumes which are to follow it are set forth certain adventures of boys who have to deal with problems such as confront healthy young Americans, boys well intentioned but not wise beyond their years, fond of the open, restive under restraint.
set up or found
From this reading It is the author’s hope that in their haps and mishaps they may be found likably human. * * * * * The Safety First Club
franknessnounUS /ˈfræŋknəs/
the quality of being honest and straightforward in attitude and speech
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frictionnounUS /ˈfrɪkʃən/
a state of conflict between persons
From this reading Like other brakes on machines or men it sometimes seems to cause too much friction, with resulting protest, especially from youngsters impatient of warnings of dangers possible rather than presently pressing.
friendlinessnounUS /ˈfrendlinɪs/
a feeling of liking for another person; enjoyment in their company
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showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading Like other brakes on machines or men it sometimes seems to cause too much friction, with resulting protest, especially from youngsters impatient of warnings of dangers possible rather than presently pressing.
plural of “girl” — a young female
From this reading Nobody expects active boys and girls to be wrapped in cotton wool and stored away out of all harm’s reach.
a nonmetallic univalent element that is normally a colorless and odorless highly flammable diatomic gas; the simplest and lightest and most abundant element in the universe
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hammeredadjectiveUS /ˈhæmərd/
shaped or worked with a hammer and often showing hammer marks
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haps
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not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure
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harm'snounUS /hɑːrmz/
possessive form of “harm” — any physical damage to the body caused by violence or accident or fracture etc.
From this reading Nobody expects active boys and girls to be wrapped in cotton wool and stored away out of all harm’s reach.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
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healthyadjectiveUS /ˈhelθi/
having or indicating good health in body or mind; free from infirmity or disease
From this reading In “The Safety First Club” and the volumes which are to follow it are set forth certain adventures of boys who have to deal with problems such as confront healthy young Americans, boys well intentioned but not wise beyond their years, fond of the open, restive under restraint.
honoredadjectiveUS /ˈɑːnərd/
having an illustrious reputation; respected
From this reading But there are unnecessary risks, just as there are other risks which are not to be avoided; and it is in shunning these unnecessary risks, in learning that reasonable caution is not cowardice, that recklessness is no proof of bravery, and that the way to redeem a mistake is not to repeat it, that the rule is to be truly honored.
a specific instance of feeling hopeful
From this reading It is the author’s hope that in their haps and mishaps they may be found likably human. * * * * * The Safety First Club
used to add a contrasting statement
From this reading The fact is, however, that these objectors fail to recognize the true spirit of the rule.
humanadjectiveUS /ˈhjuːmən/
characteristic of humanity
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the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
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restless or short-tempered under delay or opposition
From this reading Like other brakes on machines or men it sometimes seems to cause too much friction, with resulting protest, especially from youngsters impatient of warnings of dangers possible rather than presently pressing.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Text enclosed by underscores is in italics (_italics_).
intentioned
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intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
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IntroductionnounUS /ˌɪntrəˈdʌkʃən/
the act of beginning something new
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the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Text enclosed by underscores is in italics (_italics_).
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Like other brakes on machines or men it sometimes seems to cause too much friction, with resulting protest, especially from youngsters impatient of warnings of dangers possible rather than presently pressing.
italicsnounUS /aɪˈtælɪks/
plural of “italic” — a style of handwriting with the letters slanting to the right
From this reading Text enclosed by underscores is in italics (_italics_).
and nothing more
From this reading But there are unnecessary risks, just as there are other risks which are not to be avoided; and it is in shunning these unnecessary risks, in learning that reasonable caution is not cowardice, that recklessness is no proof of bravery, and that the way to redeem a mistake is not to repeat it, that the rule is to be truly honored.
the cognitive process of acquiring skill or knowledge
From this reading But there are unnecessary risks, just as there are other risks which are not to be avoided; and it is in shunning these unnecessary risks, in learning that reasonable caution is not cowardice, that recklessness is no proof of bravery, and that the way to redeem a mistake is not to repeat it, that the rule is to be truly honored.
likably
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prefer or wish to do something
From this reading Like other brakes on machines or men it sometimes seems to cause too much friction, with resulting protest, especially from youngsters impatient of warnings of dangers possible rather than presently pressing.
the basic unit of length adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites (approximately 1.094 yards)
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machinesnounUS /məˈʃiːnz/
plural of “machine” — any mechanical or electrical device that transmits or modifies energy to perform or assist in the performance of human tasks
From this reading Like other brakes on machines or men it sometimes seems to cause too much friction, with resulting protest, especially from youngsters impatient of warnings of dangers possible rather than presently pressing.
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
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the force of workers available
From this reading Like other brakes on machines or men it sometimes seems to cause too much friction, with resulting protest, especially from youngsters impatient of warnings of dangers possible rather than presently pressing.
mishapsnounUS /ˈmɪshæps/
plural of “mishap” — an unpredictable outcome that is unfortunate
From this reading It is the author’s hope that in their haps and mishaps they may be found likably human. * * * * * The Safety First Club
a wrong action attributable to bad judgment or ignorance or inattention
From this reading But there are unnecessary risks, just as there are other risks which are not to be avoided; and it is in shunning these unnecessary risks, in learning that reasonable caution is not cowardice, that recklessness is no proof of bravery, and that the way to redeem a mistake is not to repeat it, that the rule is to be truly honored.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading Like other brakes on machines or men it sometimes seems to cause too much friction, with resulting protest, especially from youngsters impatient of warnings of dangers possible rather than presently pressing.
used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true
From this reading They have their work to do in the world, and in doing it must take certain risks as the rest of us do.
not any; not one
From this reading But there are unnecessary risks, just as there are other risks which are not to be avoided; and it is in shunning these unnecessary risks, in learning that reasonable caution is not cowardice, that recklessness is no proof of bravery, and that the way to redeem a mistake is not to repeat it, that the rule is to be truly honored.
no person; not anyone
From this reading Nobody expects active boys and girls to be wrapped in cotton wool and stored away out of all harm’s reach.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading But there are unnecessary risks, just as there are other risks which are not to be avoided; and it is in shunning these unnecessary risks, in learning that reasonable caution is not cowardice, that recklessness is no proof of bravery, and that the way to redeem a mistake is not to repeat it, that the rule is to be truly honored.
objectorsnounUS /əbˈdʒektərz/
plural of “objector” — a person who dissents from some established policy
From this reading The fact is, however, that these objectors fail to recognize the true spirit of the rule.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
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many times at short intervals
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touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Like other brakes on machines or men it sometimes seems to cause too much friction, with resulting protest, especially from youngsters impatient of warnings of dangers possible rather than presently pressing.
To move from a closed position.
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used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading Like other brakes on machines or men it sometimes seems to cause too much friction, with resulting protest, especially from youngsters impatient of warnings of dangers possible rather than presently pressing.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
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not allowed to continue to bat or run
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capable of happening or existing
From this reading Like other brakes on machines or men it sometimes seems to cause too much friction, with resulting protest, especially from youngsters impatient of warnings of dangers possible rather than presently pressing.
a customary way of operation or behavior
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characterized by feeling or showing fond affection for
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in the near future
From this reading Like other brakes on machines or men it sometimes seems to cause too much friction, with resulting protest, especially from youngsters impatient of warnings of dangers possible rather than presently pressing.
pressingnounUS /ˈpresɪŋ/
the act of pressing; the exertion of pressure
From this reading Like other brakes on machines or men it sometimes seems to cause too much friction, with resulting protest, especially from youngsters impatient of warnings of dangers possible rather than presently pressing.
problemsnounUS /ˈprɑːbləmz/
plural of “problem” — a state of difficulty that needs to be resolved
From this reading In “The Safety First Club” and the volumes which are to follow it are set forth certain adventures of boys who have to deal with problems such as confront healthy young Americans, boys well intentioned but not wise beyond their years, fond of the open, restive under restraint.
any factual evidence that helps to establish the truth of something
From this reading But there are unnecessary risks, just as there are other risks which are not to be avoided; and it is in shunning these unnecessary risks, in learning that reasonable caution is not cowardice, that recklessness is no proof of bravery, and that the way to redeem a mistake is not to repeat it, that the rule is to be truly honored.
protestnounUS /ˈproʊtest/
a formal and solemn declaration of objection
From this reading Like other brakes on machines or men it sometimes seems to cause too much friction, with resulting protest, especially from youngsters impatient of warnings of dangers possible rather than presently pressing.
put into a certain place or abstract location
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any competition
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on the contrary
From this reading Like other brakes on machines or men it sometimes seems to cause too much friction, with resulting protest, especially from youngsters impatient of warnings of dangers possible rather than presently pressing.
reach a destination, either real or abstract
From this reading Nobody expects active boys and girls to be wrapped in cotton wool and stored away out of all harm’s reach.
reasonableadjectiveUS /ˈriːzənəbəl/
showing reason or sound judgment
From this reading But there are unnecessary risks, just as there are other risks which are not to be avoided; and it is in shunning these unnecessary risks, in learning that reasonable caution is not cowardice, that recklessness is no proof of bravery, and that the way to redeem a mistake is not to repeat it, that the rule is to be truly honored.
recklessnessnounUS /ˈrekləsnəs/
the trait of giving little thought to danger
From this reading But there are unnecessary risks, just as there are other risks which are not to be avoided; and it is in shunning these unnecessary risks, in learning that reasonable caution is not cowardice, that recklessness is no proof of bravery, and that the way to redeem a mistake is not to repeat it, that the rule is to be truly honored.
recognizeverbUS /ˈrekəɡnaɪz/
accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority
From this reading The fact is, however, that these objectors fail to recognize the true spirit of the rule.
redeemverbUS /rɪˈdiːm/
save from sins
From this reading But there are unnecessary risks, just as there are other risks which are not to be avoided; and it is in shunning these unnecessary risks, in learning that reasonable caution is not cowardice, that recklessness is no proof of bravery, and that the way to redeem a mistake is not to repeat it, that the rule is to be truly honored.
to say, state, or perform again
From this reading But there are unnecessary risks, just as there are other risks which are not to be avoided; and it is in shunning these unnecessary risks, in learning that reasonable caution is not cowardice, that recklessness is no proof of bravery, and that the way to redeem a mistake is not to repeat it, that the rule is to be truly honored.
not move; be in a resting position
From this reading They have their work to do in the world, and in doing it must take certain risks as the rest of us do.
restiveadjectiveUS /ˈrestɪv/
being in a tense state
From this reading In “The Safety First Club” and the volumes which are to follow it are set forth certain adventures of boys who have to deal with problems such as confront healthy young Americans, boys well intentioned but not wise beyond their years, fond of the open, restive under restraint.
restraintnounUS /rɪˈstreɪnt/
the act of controlling by restraining someone or something
From this reading In “The Safety First Club” and the volumes which are to follow it are set forth certain adventures of boys who have to deal with problems such as confront healthy young Americans, boys well intentioned but not wise beyond their years, fond of the open, restive under restraint.
resultingverbUS /rɪˈzʌltɪŋ/
-ing form of “result” — issue or terminate (in a specified way, state, etc.); end
From this reading Like other brakes on machines or men it sometimes seems to cause too much friction, with resulting protest, especially from youngsters impatient of warnings of dangers possible rather than presently pressing.
risksnounUS /rɪsks/
plural of “risk” — a source of danger; a possibility of incurring loss or misfortune
From this reading They have their work to do in the world, and in doing it must take certain risks as the rest of us do.
a principle or condition that customarily governs behavior
From this reading The fact is, however, that these objectors fail to recognize the true spirit of the rule.
rulesnounUS /ruːlz/
plural of “rule” — a principle or condition that customarily governs behavior
From this reading The Safety First Club _To M. H. M._ _A youthful critic with the precious art of combining frankness and friendliness, this book is appreciatively dedicated_ Introduction The Safety First idea, along with some other sound rules of conduct which have been hammered out by hard experience of the race, is often easier to put into words than into practice.
the state of being certain that adverse effects will not be caused by some agent under defined conditions
From this reading The Safety First Club _To M. H. M._ _A youthful critic with the precious art of combining frankness and friendliness, this book is appreciatively dedicated_ Introduction The Safety First idea, along with some other sound rules of conduct which have been hammered out by hard experience of the race, is often easier to put into words than into practice.
third-person singular of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading Like other brakes on machines or men it sometimes seems to cause too much friction, with resulting protest, especially from youngsters impatient of warnings of dangers possible rather than presently pressing.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading In “The Safety First Club” and the volumes which are to follow it are set forth certain adventures of boys who have to deal with problems such as confront healthy young Americans, boys well intentioned but not wise beyond their years, fond of the open, restive under restraint.
shunningnounUS /ˈʃʌnɪŋ/
deliberately avoiding; keeping away from or preventing from happening
From this reading But there are unnecessary risks, just as there are other risks which are not to be avoided; and it is in shunning these unnecessary risks, in learning that reasonable caution is not cowardice, that recklessness is no proof of bravery, and that the way to redeem a mistake is not to repeat it, that the rule is to be truly honored.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading The Safety First Club _To M. H. M._ _A youthful critic with the precious art of combining frankness and friendliness, this book is appreciatively dedicated_ Introduction The Safety First idea, along with some other sound rules of conduct which have been hammered out by hard experience of the race, is often easier to put into words than into practice.
on certain occasions or in certain cases but not always
From this reading Like other brakes on machines or men it sometimes seems to cause too much friction, with resulting protest, especially from youngsters impatient of warnings of dangers possible rather than presently pressing.
the particular auditory effect produced by a given cause
From this reading The Safety First Club _To M. H. M._ _A youthful critic with the precious art of combining frankness and friendliness, this book is appreciatively dedicated_ Introduction The Safety First idea, along with some other sound rules of conduct which have been hammered out by hard experience of the race, is often easier to put into words than into practice.
the vital principle or animating force within living things
From this reading The fact is, however, that these objectors fail to recognize the true spirit of the rule.
storedverbUS /stɔːrd/
past form of “store” — keep or lay aside for future use
From this reading Nobody expects active boys and girls to be wrapped in cotton wool and stored away out of all harm’s reach.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading In “The Safety First Club” and the volumes which are to follow it are set forth certain adventures of boys who have to deal with problems such as confront healthy young Americans, boys well intentioned but not wise beyond their years, fond of the open, restive under restraint.
carry out
From this reading They have their work to do in the world, and in doing it must take certain risks as the rest of us do.
TextnounUS /tekst/
the words of something written
From this reading Text enclosed by underscores is in italics (_italics_).
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading The Safety First Club _To M. H. M._ _A youthful critic with the precious art of combining frankness and friendliness, this book is appreciatively dedicated_ Introduction The Safety First idea, along with some other sound rules of conduct which have been hammered out by hard experience of the race, is often easier to put into words than into practice.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading The fact is, however, that these objectors fail to recognize the true spirit of the rule.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading The Safety First Club _To M. H. M._ _A youthful critic with the precious art of combining frankness and friendliness, this book is appreciatively dedicated_ Introduction The Safety First idea, along with some other sound rules of conduct which have been hammered out by hard experience of the race, is often easier to put into words than into practice.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading They have their work to do in the world, and in doing it must take certain risks as the rest of us do.
in or at that place or location
From this reading But there are unnecessary risks, just as there are other risks which are not to be avoided; and it is in shunning these unnecessary risks, in learning that reasonable caution is not cowardice, that recklessness is no proof of bravery, and that the way to redeem a mistake is not to repeat it, that the rule is to be truly honored.
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading The fact is, however, that these objectors fail to recognize the true spirit of the rule.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading They have their work to do in the world, and in doing it must take certain risks as the rest of us do.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading The Safety First Club _To M. H. M._ _A youthful critic with the precious art of combining frankness and friendliness, this book is appreciatively dedicated_ Introduction The Safety First idea, along with some other sound rules of conduct which have been hammered out by hard experience of the race, is often easier to put into words than into practice.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading The Safety First Club _To M. H. M._ _A youthful critic with the precious art of combining frankness and friendliness, this book is appreciatively dedicated_ Introduction The Safety First idea, along with some other sound rules of conduct which have been hammered out by hard experience of the race, is often easier to put into words than into practice.
to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits
From this reading Like other brakes on machines or men it sometimes seems to cause too much friction, with resulting protest, especially from youngsters impatient of warnings of dangers possible rather than presently pressing.
consistent with fact or reality; not false
From this reading The fact is, however, that these objectors fail to recognize the true spirit of the rule.
in accordance with truth or fact or reality
From this reading But there are unnecessary risks, just as there are other risks which are not to be avoided; and it is in shunning these unnecessary risks, in learning that reasonable caution is not cowardice, that recklessness is no proof of bravery, and that the way to redeem a mistake is not to repeat it, that the rule is to be truly honored.
underprepositionUS /ˈʌndər/
below or beneath something; less than
From this reading In “The Safety First Club” and the volumes which are to follow it are set forth certain adventures of boys who have to deal with problems such as confront healthy young Americans, boys well intentioned but not wise beyond their years, fond of the open, restive under restraint.
underscoresnounUS /ˌʌndərˈskɔːrz/
plural of “underscore” — a line drawn underneath (especially under written matter)
From this reading Text enclosed by underscores is in italics (_italics_).
unnecessaryadjectiveUS /ənˈnesəseri/
not necessary
From this reading But there are unnecessary risks, just as there are other risks which are not to be avoided; and it is in shunning these unnecessary risks, in learning that reasonable caution is not cowardice, that recklessness is no proof of bravery, and that the way to redeem a mistake is not to repeat it, that the rule is to be truly honored.
the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading They have their work to do in the world, and in doing it must take certain risks as the rest of us do.
volumesnounUS /ˈvɑːljuːmz/
plural of “volume” — the amount of 3-dimensional space occupied by an object
From this reading In “The Safety First Club” and the volumes which are to follow it are set forth certain adventures of boys who have to deal with problems such as confront healthy young Americans, boys well intentioned but not wise beyond their years, fond of the open, restive under restraint.
warningsnounUS /ˈwɔːrnɪŋz/
plural of “warning” — a message informing of danger
From this reading Like other brakes on machines or men it sometimes seems to cause too much friction, with resulting protest, especially from youngsters impatient of warnings of dangers possible rather than presently pressing.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading But there are unnecessary risks, just as there are other risks which are not to be avoided; and it is in shunning these unnecessary risks, in learning that reasonable caution is not cowardice, that recklessness is no proof of bravery, and that the way to redeem a mistake is not to repeat it, that the rule is to be truly honored.
(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 In “The Safety First Club” and the volumes which are to follow it are set forth certain adventures of boys who have to deal with problems such as confront healthy young Americans, boys well intentioned but not wise beyond their years, fond of the open, restive under restraint.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading The Safety First Club _To M. H. M._ _A youthful critic with the precious art of combining frankness and friendliness, this book is appreciatively dedicated_ Introduction The Safety First idea, along with some other sound rules of conduct which have been hammered out by hard experience of the race, is often easier to put into words than into practice.
which person or people
From this reading In “The Safety First Club” and the volumes which are to follow it are set forth certain adventures of boys who have to deal with problems such as confront healthy young Americans, boys well intentioned but not wise beyond their years, fond of the open, restive under restraint.
having or prompted by wisdom or discernment
From this reading In “The Safety First Club” and the volumes which are to follow it are set forth certain adventures of boys who have to deal with problems such as confront healthy young Americans, boys well intentioned but not wise beyond their years, fond of the open, restive under restraint.
in the company of; together with
From this reading The Safety First Club _To M. H. M._ _A youthful critic with the precious art of combining frankness and friendliness, this book is appreciatively dedicated_ Introduction The Safety First idea, along with some other sound rules of conduct which have been hammered out by hard experience of the race, is often easier to put into words than into practice.
woolnounUS /wʊl/
a fabric made from the hair of sheep
From this reading Nobody expects active boys and girls to be wrapped in cotton wool and stored away out of all harm’s reach.
the words that are spoken
From this reading The Safety First Club _To M. H. M._ _A youthful critic with the precious art of combining frankness and friendliness, this book is appreciatively dedicated_ Introduction The Safety First idea, along with some other sound rules of conduct which have been hammered out by hard experience of the race, is often easier to put into words than into practice.
exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity
From this reading They have their work to do in the world, and in doing it must take certain risks as the rest of us do.
everything that exists anywhere
From this reading They have their work to do in the world, and in doing it must take certain risks as the rest of us do.
covered with or as if with clothes or a wrap or cloak
From this reading Nobody expects active boys and girls to be wrapped in cotton wool and stored away out of all harm’s reach.
a late time of life
From this reading In “The Safety First Club” and the volumes which are to follow it are set forth certain adventures of boys who have to deal with problems such as confront healthy young Americans, boys well intentioned but not wise beyond their years, fond of the open, restive under restraint.
(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth
From this reading In “The Safety First Club” and the volumes which are to follow it are set forth certain adventures of boys who have to deal with problems such as confront healthy young Americans, boys well intentioned but not wise beyond their years, fond of the open, restive under restraint.
youngstersnounUS /ˈjʌŋstərz/
plural of “youngster” — a young person of either sex
From this reading Like other brakes on machines or men it sometimes seems to cause too much friction, with resulting protest, especially from youngsters impatient of warnings of dangers possible rather than presently pressing.
youthfuladjectiveUS /ˈjuːθfəl/
suggestive of youth; vigorous and fresh
From this reading The Safety First Club _To M. H. M._ _A youthful critic with the precious art of combining frankness and friendliness, this book is appreciatively dedicated_ Introduction The Safety First idea, along with some other sound rules of conduct which have been hammered out by hard experience of the race, is often easier to put into words than into practice.
