used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Each of the many contestants had a large number fastened upon both the front and back of his in upper garment.
(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 By these they might be recognized even at a distance; and many persons carried field or opera glasses of various types just purpose to make out who each runner was when he came in sight around the bend half a mile away, open on that last stretch that was likely to see the cruelest work of all, if the competition chanced to be keen.
alongprepositionUS /əˈlɔːŋ/
following the length of something from one end toward the other
From this reading The boys, as a rule, looked very much like lithe grayhounds, for your natural runner is light of body, and can course along like the wind.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading THE GREAT MARATHON RACE It was plainly noticeable how that vast crowd began to stir, and show signs of increased interest when the numerous trim runners entered for the big Marathon started to gather for the preliminary stage of the race.
appliesverbUS /əˈplaɪz/
third-person singular of “apply” — put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose
From this reading Still, this applies more to short-distance sprinters than those whose specialty is endurance in a fifteen or twenty-mile race.
surrounding, or on every side of, something
From this reading By these they might be recognized even at a distance; and many persons carried field or opera glasses of various types just purpose to make out who each runner was when he came in sight around the bend half a mile away, open on that last stretch that was likely to see the cruelest work of all, if the competition chanced to be keen.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading The boys, as a rule, looked very much like lithe grayhounds, for your natural runner is light of body, and can course along like the wind.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading By these they might be recognized even at a distance; and many persons carried field or opera glasses of various types just purpose to make out who each runner was when he came in sight around the bend half a mile away, open on that last stretch that was likely to see the cruelest work of all, if the competition chanced to be keen.
from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)
From this reading By these they might be recognized even at a distance; and many persons carried field or opera glasses of various types just purpose to make out who each runner was when he came in sight around the bend half a mile away, open on that last stretch that was likely to see the cruelest work of all, if the competition chanced to be keen.
in or to or toward a former location
From this reading Each of the many contestants had a large number fastened upon both the front and back of his in upper garment.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading By these they might be recognized even at a distance; and many persons carried field or opera glasses of various types just purpose to make out who each runner was when he came in sight around the bend half a mile away, open on that last stretch that was likely to see the cruelest work of all, if the competition chanced to be keen.
inflected form of “begin” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading THE GREAT MARATHON RACE It was plainly noticeable how that vast crowd began to stir, and show signs of increased interest when the numerous trim runners entered for the big Marathon started to gather for the preliminary stage of the race.
bendverbUS /bend/
form a curve
From this reading By these they might be recognized even at a distance; and many persons carried field or opera glasses of various types just purpose to make out who each runner was when he came in sight around the bend half a mile away, open on that last stretch that was likely to see the cruelest work of all, if the competition chanced to be keen.
above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading THE GREAT MARATHON RACE It was plainly noticeable how that vast crowd began to stir, and show signs of increased interest when the numerous trim runners entered for the big Marathon started to gather for the preliminary stage of the race.
the entire physical structure of an organism (an animal, plant, or human being)
From this reading The boys, as a rule, looked very much like lithe grayhounds, for your natural runner is light of body, and can course along like the wind.
the two together, not just one
From this reading Each of the many contestants had a large number fastened upon both the front and back of his in upper garment.
plural of “boy” — a youthful male person
From this reading The boys, as a rule, looked very much like lithe grayhounds, for your natural runner is light of body, and can course along like the wind.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading By these they might be recognized even at a distance; and many persons carried field or opera glasses of various types just purpose to make out who each runner was when he came in sight around the bend half a mile away, open on that last stretch that was likely to see the cruelest work of all, if the competition chanced to be keen.
inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading By these they might be recognized even at a distance; and many persons carried field or opera glasses of various types just purpose to make out who each runner was when he came in sight around the bend half a mile away, open on that last stretch that was likely to see the cruelest work of all, if the competition chanced to be keen.
to be able to, or to be allowed to
From this reading The boys, as a rule, looked very much like lithe grayhounds, for your natural runner is light of body, and can course along like the wind.
inflected form of “carry” — move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body
From this reading By these they might be recognized even at a distance; and many persons carried field or opera glasses of various types just purpose to make out who each runner was when he came in sight around the bend half a mile away, open on that last stretch that was likely to see the cruelest work of all, if the competition chanced to be keen.
chancedverbUS /tʃænst/
past form of “chance” — be the case by chance
From this reading By these they might be recognized even at a distance; and many persons carried field or opera glasses of various types just purpose to make out who each runner was when he came in sight around the bend half a mile away, open on that last stretch that was likely to see the cruelest work of all, if the competition chanced to be keen.
competitionnounUS /ˌkɑːmpəˈtɪʃən/
a business relation in which two parties compete to gain customers
From this reading By these they might be recognized even at a distance; and many persons carried field or opera glasses of various types just purpose to make out who each runner was when he came in sight around the bend half a mile away, open on that last stretch that was likely to see the cruelest work of all, if the competition chanced to be keen.
contestantsnounUS /kənˈtestənts/
plural of “contestant” — a person who participates in competitions
From this reading Each of the many contestants had a large number fastened upon both the front and back of his in upper garment.
education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings
From this reading The boys, as a rule, looked very much like lithe grayhounds, for your natural runner is light of body, and can course along like the wind.
cause to herd, drive, or crowd together
From this reading THE GREAT MARATHON RACE It was plainly noticeable how that vast crowd began to stir, and show signs of increased interest when the numerous trim runners entered for the big Marathon started to gather for the preliminary stage of the race.
cruelestadjectiveUS /ˈkruːləst/
superlative of “cruel” — (of persons or their actions) able or disposed to inflict pain or suffering
From this reading By these they might be recognized even at a distance; and many persons carried field or opera glasses of various types just purpose to make out who each runner was when he came in sight around the bend half a mile away, open on that last stretch that was likely to see the cruelest work of all, if the competition chanced to be keen.
the property created by the space between two objects or points
From this reading By these they might be recognized even at a distance; and many persons carried field or opera glasses of various types just purpose to make out who each runner was when he came in sight around the bend half a mile away, open on that last stretch that was likely to see the cruelest work of all, if the competition chanced to be keen.
every one of two or more people or things, taken separately
From this reading Each of the many contestants had a large number fastened upon both the front and back of his in upper garment.
endurancenounUS /ˈendərəns/
the power to withstand hardship or stress
From this reading Still, this applies more to short-distance sprinters than those whose specialty is endurance in a fifteen or twenty-mile race.
past form of “enter” — to come or go into
From this reading THE GREAT MARATHON RACE It was plainly noticeable how that vast crowd began to stir, and show signs of increased interest when the numerous trim runners entered for the big Marathon started to gather for the preliminary stage of the race.
divisible by two
From this reading By these they might be recognized even at a distance; and many persons carried field or opera glasses of various types just purpose to make out who each runner was when he came in sight around the bend half a mile away, open on that last stretch that was likely to see the cruelest work of all, if the competition chanced to be keen.
firmly closed or secured
From this reading Each of the many contestants had a large number fastened upon both the front and back of his in upper garment.
a piece of land cleared of trees and usually enclosed
From this reading By these they might be recognized even at a distance; and many persons carried field or opera glasses of various types just purpose to make out who each runner was when he came in sight around the bend half a mile away, open on that last stretch that was likely to see the cruelest work of all, if the competition chanced to be keen.
the cardinal number that is the sum of fourteen and one
From this reading Still, this applies more to short-distance sprinters than those whose specialty is endurance in a fifteen or twenty-mile race.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading THE GREAT MARATHON RACE It was plainly noticeable how that vast crowd began to stir, and show signs of increased interest when the numerous trim runners entered for the big Marathon started to gather for the preliminary stage of the race.
the side that is forward or prominent
From this reading Each of the many contestants had a large number fastened upon both the front and back of his in upper garment.
garmentnounUS /ˈɡɑːrmənt/
an article of clothing
From this reading Each of the many contestants had a large number fastened upon both the front and back of his in upper garment.
assemble or get together
From this reading THE GREAT MARATHON RACE It was plainly noticeable how that vast crowd began to stir, and show signs of increased interest when the numerous trim runners entered for the big Marathon started to gather for the preliminary stage of the race.
glassesnounUS /ˈɡlæsəz/
(plural) optical instrument consisting of a frame that holds a pair of lenses for correcting defective vision
From this reading By these they might be recognized even at a distance; and many persons carried field or opera glasses of various types just purpose to make out who each runner was when he came in sight around the bend half a mile away, open on that last stretch that was likely to see the cruelest work of all, if the competition chanced to be keen.
grayhounds
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From this reading The boys, as a rule, looked very much like lithe grayhounds, for your natural runner is light of body, and can course along like the wind.
relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind
From this reading THE GREAT MARATHON RACE It was plainly noticeable how that vast crowd began to stir, and show signs of increased interest when the numerous trim runners entered for the big Marathon started to gather for the preliminary stage of the race.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Each of the many contestants had a large number fastened upon both the front and back of his in upper garment.
consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity
From this reading By these they might be recognized even at a distance; and many persons carried field or opera glasses of various types just purpose to make out who each runner was when he came in sight around the bend half a mile away, open on that last stretch that was likely to see the cruelest work of all, if the competition chanced to be keen.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading By these they might be recognized even at a distance; and many persons carried field or opera glasses of various types just purpose to make out who each runner was when he came in sight around the bend half a mile away, open on that last stretch that was likely to see the cruelest work of all, if the competition chanced to be keen.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Each of the many contestants had a large number fastened upon both the front and back of his in upper garment.
how
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From this reading THE GREAT MARATHON RACE It was plainly noticeable how that vast crowd began to stir, and show signs of increased interest when the numerous trim runners entered for the big Marathon started to gather for the preliminary stage of the race.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading By these they might be recognized even at a distance; and many persons carried field or opera glasses of various types just purpose to make out who each runner was when he came in sight around the bend half a mile away, open on that last stretch that was likely to see the cruelest work of all, if the competition chanced to be keen.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Each of the many contestants had a large number fastened upon both the front and back of his in upper garment.
made greater in size or amount or degree
From this reading THE GREAT MARATHON RACE It was plainly noticeable how that vast crowd began to stir, and show signs of increased interest when the numerous trim runners entered for the big Marathon started to gather for the preliminary stage of the race.
a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something
From this reading THE GREAT MARATHON RACE It was plainly noticeable how that vast crowd began to stir, and show signs of increased interest when the numerous trim runners entered for the big Marathon started to gather for the preliminary stage of the race.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The boys, as a rule, looked very much like lithe grayhounds, for your natural runner is light of body, and can course along like the wind.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading THE GREAT MARATHON RACE It was plainly noticeable how that vast crowd began to stir, and show signs of increased interest when the numerous trim runners entered for the big Marathon started to gather for the preliminary stage of the race.
and nothing more
From this reading By these they might be recognized even at a distance; and many persons carried field or opera glasses of various types just purpose to make out who each runner was when he came in sight around the bend half a mile away, open on that last stretch that was likely to see the cruelest work of all, if the competition chanced to be keen.
having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions
From this reading By these they might be recognized even at a distance; and many persons carried field or opera glasses of various types just purpose to make out who each runner was when he came in sight around the bend half a mile away, open on that last stretch that was likely to see the cruelest work of all, if the competition chanced to be keen.
largeadjectiveUS /lɑːrdʒ/
above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading Each of the many contestants had a large number fastened upon both the front and back of his in upper garment.
immediately past
From this reading By these they might be recognized even at a distance; and many persons carried field or opera glasses of various types just purpose to make out who each runner was when he came in sight around the bend half a mile away, open on that last stretch that was likely to see the cruelest work of all, if the competition chanced to be keen.
of comparatively little physical weight or density
From this reading The boys, as a rule, looked very much like lithe grayhounds, for your natural runner is light of body, and can course along like the wind.
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading The boys, as a rule, looked very much like lithe grayhounds, for your natural runner is light of body, and can course along like the wind.
has a good chance of being the case or of coming about
From this reading By these they might be recognized even at a distance; and many persons carried field or opera glasses of various types just purpose to make out who each runner was when he came in sight around the bend half a mile away, open on that last stretch that was likely to see the cruelest work of all, if the competition chanced to be keen.
litheadjectiveUS /laɪð/
gracefully thin and bending and moving with ease
From this reading The boys, as a rule, looked very much like lithe grayhounds, for your natural runner is light of body, and can course along like the wind.
past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading The boys, as a rule, looked very much like lithe grayhounds, for your natural runner is light of body, and can course along like the wind.
engage in
From this reading By these they might be recognized even at a distance; and many persons carried field or opera glasses of various types just purpose to make out who each runner was when he came in sight around the bend half a mile away, open on that last stretch that was likely to see the cruelest work of all, if the competition chanced to be keen.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number
From this reading Each of the many contestants had a large number fastened upon both the front and back of his in upper garment.
MARATHONnounUS /ˈmerəθɑːn/
any long and arduous undertaking
From this reading THE GREAT MARATHON RACE It was plainly noticeable how that vast crowd began to stir, and show signs of increased interest when the numerous trim runners entered for the big Marathon started to gather for the preliminary stage of the race.
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading By these they might be recognized even at a distance; and many persons carried field or opera glasses of various types just purpose to make out who each runner was when he came in sight around the bend half a mile away, open on that last stretch that was likely to see the cruelest work of all, if the competition chanced to be keen.
a unit of length equal to 1,760 yards or 5,280 feet; exactly 1609.344 meters
From this reading By these they might be recognized even at a distance; and many persons carried field or opera glasses of various types just purpose to make out who each runner was when he came in sight around the bend half a mile away, open on that last stretch that was likely to see the cruelest work of all, if the competition chanced to be keen.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading Still, this applies more to short-distance sprinters than those whose specialty is endurance in a fifteen or twenty-mile race.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading The boys, as a rule, looked very much like lithe grayhounds, for your natural runner is light of body, and can course along like the wind.
in accordance with nature; relating to or concerning nature
From this reading The boys, as a rule, looked very much like lithe grayhounds, for your natural runner is light of body, and can course along like the wind.
noticeableadjectiveUS /ˈnoʊtəsəbəl/
capable or worthy of being noticed
From this reading THE GREAT MARATHON RACE It was plainly noticeable how that vast crowd began to stir, and show signs of increased interest when the numerous trim runners entered for the big Marathon started to gather for the preliminary stage of the race.
the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals
From this reading Each of the many contestants had a large number fastened upon both the front and back of his in upper garment.
amounting to a large indefinite number
From this reading THE GREAT MARATHON RACE It was plainly noticeable how that vast crowd began to stir, and show signs of increased interest when the numerous trim runners entered for the big Marathon started to gather for the preliminary stage of the race.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading THE GREAT MARATHON RACE It was plainly noticeable how that vast crowd began to stir, and show signs of increased interest when the numerous trim runners entered for the big Marathon started to gather for the preliminary stage of the race.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading By these they might be recognized even at a distance; and many persons carried field or opera glasses of various types just purpose to make out who each runner was when he came in sight around the bend half a mile away, open on that last stretch that was likely to see the cruelest work of all, if the competition chanced to be keen.
To move from a closed position.
From this reading By these they might be recognized even at a distance; and many persons carried field or opera glasses of various types just purpose to make out who each runner was when he came in sight around the bend half a mile away, open on that last stretch that was likely to see the cruelest work of all, if the competition chanced to be keen.
operanounUS /ˈɑːprə/
a drama set to music; consists of singing with orchestral accompaniment and an orchestral overture and interludes
From this reading By these they might be recognized even at a distance; and many persons carried field or opera glasses of various types just purpose to make out who each runner was when he came in sight around the bend half a mile away, open on that last stretch that was likely to see the cruelest work of all, if the competition chanced to be keen.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading By these they might be recognized even at a distance; and many persons carried field or opera glasses of various types just purpose to make out who each runner was when he came in sight around the bend half a mile away, open on that last stretch that was likely to see the cruelest work of all, if the competition chanced to be keen.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading By these they might be recognized even at a distance; and many persons carried field or opera glasses of various types just purpose to make out who each runner was when he came in sight around the bend half a mile away, open on that last stretch that was likely to see the cruelest work of all, if the competition chanced to be keen.
plural of “person” — a human being
From this reading By these they might be recognized even at a distance; and many persons carried field or opera glasses of various types just purpose to make out who each runner was when he came in sight around the bend half a mile away, open on that last stretch that was likely to see the cruelest work of all, if the competition chanced to be keen.
unmistakably (“plain” is often used informally for “plainly”)
From this reading THE GREAT MARATHON RACE It was plainly noticeable how that vast crowd began to stir, and show signs of increased interest when the numerous trim runners entered for the big Marathon started to gather for the preliminary stage of the race.
preliminaryadjectiveUS /prɪˈlɪməneri/
denoting an action or event preceding or in preparation for something more important
From this reading THE GREAT MARATHON RACE It was plainly noticeable how that vast crowd began to stir, and show signs of increased interest when the numerous trim runners entered for the big Marathon started to gather for the preliminary stage of the race.
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
From this reading By these they might be recognized even at a distance; and many persons carried field or opera glasses of various types just purpose to make out who each runner was when he came in sight around the bend half a mile away, open on that last stretch that was likely to see the cruelest work of all, if the competition chanced to be keen.
any competition
From this reading THE GREAT MARATHON RACE It was plainly noticeable how that vast crowd began to stir, and show signs of increased interest when the numerous trim runners entered for the big Marathon started to gather for the preliminary stage of the race.
generally approved or compelling recognition
From this reading By these they might be recognized even at a distance; and many persons carried field or opera glasses of various types just purpose to make out who each runner was when he came in sight around the bend half a mile away, open on that last stretch that was likely to see the cruelest work of all, if the competition chanced to be keen.
a principle or condition that customarily governs behavior
From this reading The boys, as a rule, looked very much like lithe grayhounds, for your natural runner is light of body, and can course along like the wind.
runnernounUS /ˈrʌnər/
someone who imports or exports without paying duties
From this reading By these they might be recognized even at a distance; and many persons carried field or opera glasses of various types just purpose to make out who each runner was when he came in sight around the bend half a mile away, open on that last stretch that was likely to see the cruelest work of all, if the competition chanced to be keen.
runnersnounUS /ˈrʌnərz/
plural of “runner” — someone who imports or exports without paying duties
From this reading THE GREAT MARATHON RACE It was plainly noticeable how that vast crowd began to stir, and show signs of increased interest when the numerous trim runners entered for the big Marathon started to gather for the preliminary stage of the race.
perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading By these they might be recognized even at a distance; and many persons carried field or opera glasses of various types just purpose to make out who each runner was when he came in sight around the bend half a mile away, open on that last stretch that was likely to see the cruelest work of all, if the competition chanced to be keen.
short-distance
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From this reading Still, this applies more to short-distance sprinters than those whose specialty is endurance in a fifteen or twenty-mile race.
give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading THE GREAT MARATHON RACE It was plainly noticeable how that vast crowd began to stir, and show signs of increased interest when the numerous trim runners entered for the big Marathon started to gather for the preliminary stage of the race.
an instance of visual perception
From this reading By these they might be recognized even at a distance; and many persons carried field or opera glasses of various types just purpose to make out who each runner was when he came in sight around the bend half a mile away, open on that last stretch that was likely to see the cruelest work of all, if the competition chanced to be keen.
plural of “sign” — a perceptible indication of something not immediately apparent (as a visible clue that something has happened)
From this reading THE GREAT MARATHON RACE It was plainly noticeable how that vast crowd began to stir, and show signs of increased interest when the numerous trim runners entered for the big Marathon started to gather for the preliminary stage of the race.
specialtynounUS /ˈspeʃəlti/
an asset of special worth or utility
From this reading Still, this applies more to short-distance sprinters than those whose specialty is endurance in a fifteen or twenty-mile race.
sprintersnounUS /ˈsprɪntərz/
plural of “sprinter” — someone who runs a short distance at top speed
From this reading Still, this applies more to short-distance sprinters than those whose specialty is endurance in a fifteen or twenty-mile race.
any distinct time period in a sequence of events
From this reading THE GREAT MARATHON RACE It was plainly noticeable how that vast crowd began to stir, and show signs of increased interest when the numerous trim runners entered for the big Marathon started to gather for the preliminary stage of the race.
past form of “start” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading THE GREAT MARATHON RACE It was plainly noticeable how that vast crowd began to stir, and show signs of increased interest when the numerous trim runners entered for the big Marathon started to gather for the preliminary stage of the race.
not in physical motion
From this reading Still, this applies more to short-distance sprinters than those whose specialty is endurance in a fifteen or twenty-mile race.
move an implement through
From this reading THE GREAT MARATHON RACE It was plainly noticeable how that vast crowd began to stir, and show signs of increased interest when the numerous trim runners entered for the big Marathon started to gather for the preliminary stage of the race.
stretchverbUS /stretʃ/
occupy a large, elongated area
From this reading By these they might be recognized even at a distance; and many persons carried field or opera glasses of various types just purpose to make out who each runner was when he came in sight around the bend half a mile away, open on that last stretch that was likely to see the cruelest work of all, if the competition chanced to be keen.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading Still, this applies more to short-distance sprinters than those whose specialty is endurance in a fifteen or twenty-mile race.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading THE GREAT MARATHON RACE It was plainly noticeable how that vast crowd began to stir, and show signs of increased interest when the numerous trim runners entered for the big Marathon started to gather for the preliminary stage of the race.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE GREAT MARATHON RACE It was plainly noticeable how that vast crowd began to stir, and show signs of increased interest when the numerous trim runners entered for the big Marathon started to gather for the preliminary stage of the race.
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading By these they might be recognized even at a distance; and many persons carried field or opera glasses of various types just purpose to make out who each runner was when he came in sight around the bend half a mile away, open on that last stretch that was likely to see the cruelest work of all, if the competition chanced to be keen.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading By these they might be recognized even at a distance; and many persons carried field or opera glasses of various types just purpose to make out who each runner was when he came in sight around the bend half a mile away, open on that last stretch that was likely to see the cruelest work of all, if the competition chanced to be keen.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading Still, this applies more to short-distance sprinters than those whose specialty is endurance in a fifteen or twenty-mile race.
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading Still, this applies more to short-distance sprinters than those whose specialty is endurance in a fifteen or twenty-mile race.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading THE GREAT MARATHON RACE It was plainly noticeable how that vast crowd began to stir, and show signs of increased interest when the numerous trim runners entered for the big Marathon started to gather for the preliminary stage of the race.
trimverbUS /trɪm/
remove the edges from and cut down to the desired size
From this reading THE GREAT MARATHON RACE It was plainly noticeable how that vast crowd began to stir, and show signs of increased interest when the numerous trim runners entered for the big Marathon started to gather for the preliminary stage of the race.
twenty-mile
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From this reading Still, this applies more to short-distance sprinters than those whose specialty is endurance in a fifteen or twenty-mile race.
typesnounUS /taɪps/
plural of “type” — a subdivision of a particular kind of thing
From this reading By these they might be recognized even at a distance; and many persons carried field or opera glasses of various types just purpose to make out who each runner was when he came in sight around the bend half a mile away, open on that last stretch that was likely to see the cruelest work of all, if the competition chanced to be keen.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading Each of the many contestants had a large number fastened upon both the front and back of his in upper garment.
the topmost one of two
From this reading Each of the many contestants had a large number fastened upon both the front and back of his in upper garment.
of many different kinds purposefully arranged but lacking any uniformity
From this reading By these they might be recognized even at a distance; and many persons carried field or opera glasses of various types just purpose to make out who each runner was when he came in sight around the bend half a mile away, open on that last stretch that was likely to see the cruelest work of all, if the competition chanced to be keen.
unusually great in size or amount or degree or especially extent or scope
From this reading THE GREAT MARATHON RACE It was plainly noticeable how that vast crowd began to stir, and show signs of increased interest when the numerous trim runners entered for the big Marathon started to gather for the preliminary stage of the race.
precisely as stated
From this reading The boys, as a rule, looked very much like lithe grayhounds, for your natural runner is light of body, and can course along like the wind.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading THE GREAT MARATHON RACE It was plainly noticeable how that vast crowd began to stir, and show signs of increased interest when the numerous trim runners entered for the big Marathon started to gather for the preliminary stage of the race.
at the time that
From this reading THE GREAT MARATHON RACE It was plainly noticeable how that vast crowd began to stir, and show signs of increased interest when the numerous trim runners entered for the big Marathon started to gather for the preliminary stage of the race.
which person or people
From this reading By these they might be recognized even at a distance; and many persons carried field or opera glasses of various types just purpose to make out who each runner was when he came in sight around the bend half a mile away, open on that last stretch that was likely to see the cruelest work of all, if the competition chanced to be keen.
belonging to which person
From this reading Still, this applies more to short-distance sprinters than those whose specialty is endurance in a fifteen or twenty-mile race.
air moving (sometimes with considerable force) from an area of high pressure to an area of low pressure
From this reading The boys, as a rule, looked very much like lithe grayhounds, for your natural runner is light of body, and can course along like the wind.
exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity
From this reading By these they might be recognized even at a distance; and many persons carried field or opera glasses of various types just purpose to make out who each runner was when he came in sight around the bend half a mile away, open on that last stretch that was likely to see the cruelest work of all, if the competition chanced to be keen.
belonging to the person or people being spoken to
From this reading The boys, as a rule, looked very much like lithe grayhounds, for your natural runner is light of body, and can course along like the wind.
