used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Such occurrences must be backed by a human agency of some sort, and the knowledge of the existence of these occult manifestations, if carefully analyzed, might lead to the formation of a definite clue.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading He went first to Green’s office, finding, of course, that the detective had already left to carry out his plan of night observation, although Green’s office girl, trained to secrecy, said that she did not know anything about the detective’s movements.
the part of the day between noon and evening
From this reading It was late in the afternoon when Forrester reached the city, but he did not delay his inquiries.
agencynounUS /ˈeɪdʒənsi/
an administrative unit of government
From this reading Such occurrences must be backed by a human agency of some sort, and the knowledge of the existence of these occult manifestations, if carefully analyzed, might lead to the formation of a definite clue.
prior to a specified or implied time
From this reading He went first to Green’s office, finding, of course, that the detective had already left to carry out his plan of night observation, although Green’s office girl, trained to secrecy, said that she did not know anything about the detective’s movements.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading He went first to Green’s office, finding, of course, that the detective had already left to carry out his plan of night observation, although Green’s office girl, trained to secrecy, said that she did not know anything about the detective’s movements.
analyzedadjectiveUS /ˈænəlaɪzd/
examined carefully and methodically; broken down for consideration of constituent parts
From this reading Such occurrences must be backed by a human agency of some sort, and the knowledge of the existence of these occult manifestations, if carefully analyzed, might lead to the formation of a definite clue.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Such occurrences must be backed by a human agency of some sort, and the knowledge of the existence of these occult manifestations, if carefully analyzed, might lead to the formation of a definite clue.
any thing at all
From this reading He went first to Green’s office, finding, of course, that the detective had already left to carry out his plan of night observation, although Green’s office girl, trained to secrecy, said that she did not know anything about the detective’s movements.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading While driving down from the North Shore, Forrester decided to ascertain as soon as possible if either Green or the detective bureau had ever heard of the strange rumors regarding the oak tree, for it seemed to him that to the trained detective mind this might offer some suggestion.
ascertainverbUS /ˌæsərˈteɪn/
establish after a calculation, investigation, experiment, survey, or study
From this reading While driving down from the North Shore, Forrester decided to ascertain as soon as possible if either Green or the detective bureau had ever heard of the strange rumors regarding the oak tree, for it seemed to him that to the trained detective mind this might offer some suggestion.
backedadjectiveUS /bækt/
having a back or backing, usually of a specified type
From this reading Such occurrences must be backed by a human agency of some sort, and the knowledge of the existence of these occult manifestations, if carefully analyzed, might lead to the formation of a definite clue.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Such occurrences must be backed by a human agency of some sort, and the knowledge of the existence of these occult manifestations, if carefully analyzed, might lead to the formation of a definite clue.
accept as true; take to be true
From this reading Forrester did not believe in the supernatural.
bureaunounUS /ˈbjʊroʊ/
an administrative unit of government
From this reading While driving down from the North Shore, Forrester decided to ascertain as soon as possible if either Green or the detective bureau had ever heard of the strange rumors regarding the oak tree, for it seemed to him that to the trained detective mind this might offer some suggestion.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading It was late in the afternoon when Forrester reached the city, but he did not delay his inquiries.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Such occurrences must be backed by a human agency of some sort, and the knowledge of the existence of these occult manifestations, if carefully analyzed, might lead to the formation of a definite clue.
taking care or paying attention
From this reading Such occurrences must be backed by a human agency of some sort, and the knowledge of the existence of these occult manifestations, if carefully analyzed, might lead to the formation of a definite clue.
move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body
From this reading He went first to Green’s office, finding, of course, that the detective had already left to carry out his plan of night observation, although Green’s office girl, trained to secrecy, said that she did not know anything about the detective’s movements.
a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts
From this reading It was late in the afternoon when Forrester reached the city, but he did not delay his inquiries.
cluenounUS /kluː/
a slight indication
From this reading Such occurrences must be backed by a human agency of some sort, and the knowledge of the existence of these occult manifestations, if carefully analyzed, might lead to the formation of a definite clue.
education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings
From this reading He went first to Green’s office, finding, of course, that the detective had already left to carry out his plan of night observation, although Green’s office girl, trained to secrecy, said that she did not know anything about the detective’s movements.
recognizable; marked
From this reading While driving down from the North Shore, Forrester decided to ascertain as soon as possible if either Green or the detective bureau had ever heard of the strange rumors regarding the oak tree, for it seemed to him that to the trained detective mind this might offer some suggestion.
definiteadjectiveUS /ˈdefənət/
precise; explicit and clearly defined
From this reading Such occurrences must be backed by a human agency of some sort, and the knowledge of the existence of these occult manifestations, if carefully analyzed, might lead to the formation of a definite clue.
cause to be slowed down or delayed
From this reading It was late in the afternoon when Forrester reached the city, but he did not delay his inquiries.
a police officer who investigates crimes
From this reading While driving down from the North Shore, Forrester decided to ascertain as soon as possible if either Green or the detective bureau had ever heard of the strange rumors regarding the oak tree, for it seemed to him that to the trained detective mind this might offer some suggestion.
detective'snounUS /dɪˈtektɪvz/
possessive form of “detective” — a police officer who investigates crimes
From this reading He went first to Green’s office, finding, of course, that the detective had already left to carry out his plan of night observation, although Green’s office girl, trained to secrecy, said that she did not know anything about the detective’s movements.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading Forrester did not believe in the supernatural.
being or moving lower in position or less in some value
From this reading While driving down from the North Shore, Forrester decided to ascertain as soon as possible if either Green or the detective bureau had ever heard of the strange rumors regarding the oak tree, for it seemed to him that to the trained detective mind this might offer some suggestion.
having the power of driving or impelling
From this reading While driving down from the North Shore, Forrester decided to ascertain as soon as possible if either Green or the detective bureau had ever heard of the strange rumors regarding the oak tree, for it seemed to him that to the trained detective mind this might offer some suggestion.
one or the other of two
From this reading While driving down from the North Shore, Forrester decided to ascertain as soon as possible if either Green or the detective bureau had ever heard of the strange rumors regarding the oak tree, for it seemed to him that to the trained detective mind this might offer some suggestion.
at any time
From this reading While driving down from the North Shore, Forrester decided to ascertain as soon as possible if either Green or the detective bureau had ever heard of the strange rumors regarding the oak tree, for it seemed to him that to the trained detective mind this might offer some suggestion.
the state or fact of existing
From this reading Such occurrences must be backed by a human agency of some sort, and the knowledge of the existence of these occult manifestations, if carefully analyzed, might lead to the formation of a definite clue.
the act of determining the properties of something, usually by research or calculation
From this reading He went first to Green’s office, finding, of course, that the detective had already left to carry out his plan of night observation, although Green’s office girl, trained to secrecy, said that she did not know anything about the detective’s movements.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading He went first to Green’s office, finding, of course, that the detective had already left to carry out his plan of night observation, although Green’s office girl, trained to secrecy, said that she did not know anything about the detective’s movements.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading While driving down from the North Shore, Forrester decided to ascertain as soon as possible if either Green or the detective bureau had ever heard of the strange rumors regarding the oak tree, for it seemed to him that to the trained detective mind this might offer some suggestion.
formationnounUS /fɔːrˈmeɪʃən/
an arrangement of people or things acting as a unit
From this reading Such occurrences must be backed by a human agency of some sort, and the knowledge of the existence of these occult manifestations, if carefully analyzed, might lead to the formation of a definite clue.
Forrester
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From this reading While driving down from the North Shore, Forrester decided to ascertain as soon as possible if either Green or the detective bureau had ever heard of the strange rumors regarding the oak tree, for it seemed to him that to the trained detective mind this might offer some suggestion.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading While driving down from the North Shore, Forrester decided to ascertain as soon as possible if either Green or the detective bureau had ever heard of the strange rumors regarding the oak tree, for it seemed to him that to the trained detective mind this might offer some suggestion.
a young female
From this reading He went first to Green’s office, finding, of course, that the detective had already left to carry out his plan of night observation, although Green’s office girl, trained to secrecy, said that she did not know anything about the detective’s movements.
green color or pigment; resembling the color of growing grass
From this reading While driving down from the North Shore, Forrester decided to ascertain as soon as possible if either Green or the detective bureau had ever heard of the strange rumors regarding the oak tree, for it seemed to him that to the trained detective mind this might offer some suggestion.
Green'snounUS /ɡriːnz/
possessive form of “green” — green color or pigment; resembling the color of growing grass
From this reading He went first to Green’s office, finding, of course, that the detective had already left to carry out his plan of night observation, although Green’s office girl, trained to secrecy, said that she did not know anything about the detective’s movements.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading While driving down from the North Shore, Forrester decided to ascertain as soon as possible if either Green or the detective bureau had ever heard of the strange rumors regarding the oak tree, for it seemed to him that to the trained detective mind this might offer some suggestion.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading It was late in the afternoon when Forrester reached the city, but he did not delay his inquiries.
detected or perceived by the sense of hearing
From this reading While driving down from the North Shore, Forrester decided to ascertain as soon as possible if either Green or the detective bureau had ever heard of the strange rumors regarding the oak tree, for it seemed to him that to the trained detective mind this might offer some suggestion.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading While driving down from the North Shore, Forrester decided to ascertain as soon as possible if either Green or the detective bureau had ever heard of the strange rumors regarding the oak tree, for it seemed to him that to the trained detective mind this might offer some suggestion.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading It was late in the afternoon when Forrester reached the city, but he did not delay his inquiries.
humanadjectiveUS /ˈhjuːmən/
characteristic of humanity
From this reading Such occurrences must be backed by a human agency of some sort, and the knowledge of the existence of these occult manifestations, if carefully analyzed, might lead to the formation of a definite clue.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading While driving down from the North Shore, Forrester decided to ascertain as soon as possible if either Green or the detective bureau had ever heard of the strange rumors regarding the oak tree, for it seemed to him that to the trained detective mind this might offer some suggestion.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Forrester did not believe in the supernatural.
inquiriesnounUS /ˌɪnˈkwaɪəriz/
plural of “inquiry” — a search for knowledge
From this reading It was late in the afternoon when Forrester reached the city, but he did not delay his inquiries.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading While driving down from the North Shore, Forrester decided to ascertain as soon as possible if either Green or the detective bureau had ever heard of the strange rumors regarding the oak tree, for it seemed to him that to the trained detective mind this might offer some suggestion.
be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading He went first to Green’s office, finding, of course, that the detective had already left to carry out his plan of night observation, although Green’s office girl, trained to secrecy, said that she did not know anything about the detective’s movements.
the psychological result of perception and learning and reasoning
From this reading Such occurrences must be backed by a human agency of some sort, and the knowledge of the existence of these occult manifestations, if carefully analyzed, might lead to the formation of a definite clue.
being or occurring at an advanced period of time or after a usual or expected time
From this reading It was late in the afternoon when Forrester reached the city, but he did not delay his inquiries.
take somebody somewhere
From this reading Such occurrences must be backed by a human agency of some sort, and the knowledge of the existence of these occult manifestations, if carefully analyzed, might lead to the formation of a definite clue.
location near or direction toward the left side; i.e. the side to the north when a person or object faces east
From this reading He went first to Green’s office, finding, of course, that the detective had already left to carry out his plan of night observation, although Green’s office girl, trained to secrecy, said that she did not know anything about the detective’s movements.
manifestationsnounUS /ˌmænəfeˈsteɪʃənz/
plural of “manifestation” — a clear appearance
From this reading Such occurrences must be backed by a human agency of some sort, and the knowledge of the existence of these occult manifestations, if carefully analyzed, might lead to the formation of a definite clue.
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading While driving down from the North Shore, Forrester decided to ascertain as soon as possible if either Green or the detective bureau had ever heard of the strange rumors regarding the oak tree, for it seemed to him that to the trained detective mind this might offer some suggestion.
The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.
From this reading While driving down from the North Shore, Forrester decided to ascertain as soon as possible if either Green or the detective bureau had ever heard of the strange rumors regarding the oak tree, for it seemed to him that to the trained detective mind this might offer some suggestion.
plural of “movement” — a change of position that does not entail a change of location
From this reading He went first to Green’s office, finding, of course, that the detective had already left to carry out his plan of night observation, although Green’s office girl, trained to secrecy, said that she did not know anything about the detective’s movements.
used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true
From this reading Such occurrences must be backed by a human agency of some sort, and the knowledge of the existence of these occult manifestations, if carefully analyzed, might lead to the formation of a definite clue.
the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside
From this reading He went first to Green’s office, finding, of course, that the detective had already left to carry out his plan of night observation, although Green’s office girl, trained to secrecy, said that she did not know anything about the detective’s movements.
the region of the United States lying to the north of the Mason-Dixon line
From this reading While driving down from the North Shore, Forrester decided to ascertain as soon as possible if either Green or the detective bureau had ever heard of the strange rumors regarding the oak tree, for it seemed to him that to the trained detective mind this might offer some suggestion.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Forrester did not believe in the supernatural.
the hard durable wood of any oak; used especially for furniture and flooring
From this reading While driving down from the North Shore, Forrester decided to ascertain as soon as possible if either Green or the detective bureau had ever heard of the strange rumors regarding the oak tree, for it seemed to him that to the trained detective mind this might offer some suggestion.
the act of making and recording a measurement
From this reading He went first to Green’s office, finding, of course, that the detective had already left to carry out his plan of night observation, although Green’s office girl, trained to secrecy, said that she did not know anything about the detective’s movements.
occultverbUS /əˈkʌlt/
cause an eclipse of (a celestial body) by intervention
From this reading Such occurrences must be backed by a human agency of some sort, and the knowledge of the existence of these occult manifestations, if carefully analyzed, might lead to the formation of a definite clue.
occurrencesnounUS /əˈkɜːrənsɪz/
plural of “occurrence” — an event that happens
From this reading Such occurrences must be backed by a human agency of some sort, and the knowledge of the existence of these occult manifestations, if carefully analyzed, might lead to the formation of a definite clue.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading While driving down from the North Shore, Forrester decided to ascertain as soon as possible if either Green or the detective bureau had ever heard of the strange rumors regarding the oak tree, for it seemed to him that to the trained detective mind this might offer some suggestion.
make available or accessible, provide or furnish
From this reading While driving down from the North Shore, Forrester decided to ascertain as soon as possible if either Green or the detective bureau had ever heard of the strange rumors regarding the oak tree, for it seemed to him that to the trained detective mind this might offer some suggestion.
place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed
From this reading He went first to Green’s office, finding, of course, that the detective had already left to carry out his plan of night observation, although Green’s office girl, trained to secrecy, said that she did not know anything about the detective’s movements.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading While driving down from the North Shore, Forrester decided to ascertain as soon as possible if either Green or the detective bureau had ever heard of the strange rumors regarding the oak tree, for it seemed to him that to the trained detective mind this might offer some suggestion.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading He went first to Green’s office, finding, of course, that the detective had already left to carry out his plan of night observation, although Green’s office girl, trained to secrecy, said that she did not know anything about the detective’s movements.
have the will and intention to carry out some action
From this reading He went first to Green’s office, finding, of course, that the detective had already left to carry out his plan of night observation, although Green’s office girl, trained to secrecy, said that she did not know anything about the detective’s movements.
capable of happening or existing
From this reading While driving down from the North Shore, Forrester decided to ascertain as soon as possible if either Green or the detective bureau had ever heard of the strange rumors regarding the oak tree, for it seemed to him that to the trained detective mind this might offer some suggestion.
past form of “reach” — reach a destination, either real or abstract
From this reading It was late in the afternoon when Forrester reached the city, but he did not delay his inquiries.
-ing form of “regard” — deem to be
From this reading While driving down from the North Shore, Forrester decided to ascertain as soon as possible if either Green or the detective bureau had ever heard of the strange rumors regarding the oak tree, for it seemed to him that to the trained detective mind this might offer some suggestion.
rumorsnounUS /ˈruːmərz/
plural of “rumor” — gossip (usually a mixture of truth and untruth) passed around by word of mouth
From this reading While driving down from the North Shore, Forrester decided to ascertain as soon as possible if either Green or the detective bureau had ever heard of the strange rumors regarding the oak tree, for it seemed to him that to the trained detective mind this might offer some suggestion.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading He went first to Green’s office, finding, of course, that the detective had already left to carry out his plan of night observation, although Green’s office girl, trained to secrecy, said that she did not know anything about the detective’s movements.
secrecynounUS /ˈsiːkrəsi/
the trait of keeping things secret
From this reading He went first to Green’s office, finding, of course, that the detective had already left to carry out his plan of night observation, although Green’s office girl, trained to secrecy, said that she did not know anything about the detective’s movements.
past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading While driving down from the North Shore, Forrester decided to ascertain as soon as possible if either Green or the detective bureau had ever heard of the strange rumors regarding the oak tree, for it seemed to him that to the trained detective mind this might offer some suggestion.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He went first to Green’s office, finding, of course, that the detective had already left to carry out his plan of night observation, although Green’s office girl, trained to secrecy, said that she did not know anything about the detective’s movements.
the land along the edge of a body of water
From this reading While driving down from the North Shore, Forrester decided to ascertain as soon as possible if either Green or the detective bureau had ever heard of the strange rumors regarding the oak tree, for it seemed to him that to the trained detective mind this might offer some suggestion.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading While driving down from the North Shore, Forrester decided to ascertain as soon as possible if either Green or the detective bureau had ever heard of the strange rumors regarding the oak tree, for it seemed to him that to the trained detective mind this might offer some suggestion.
in the near future
From this reading While driving down from the North Shore, Forrester decided to ascertain as soon as possible if either Green or the detective bureau had ever heard of the strange rumors regarding the oak tree, for it seemed to him that to the trained detective mind this might offer some suggestion.
a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality
From this reading Such occurrences must be backed by a human agency of some sort, and the knowledge of the existence of these occult manifestations, if carefully analyzed, might lead to the formation of a definite clue.
being definitely out of the ordinary and unexpected; slightly odd or even a bit weird
From this reading While driving down from the North Shore, Forrester decided to ascertain as soon as possible if either Green or the detective bureau had ever heard of the strange rumors regarding the oak tree, for it seemed to him that to the trained detective mind this might offer some suggestion.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading Such occurrences must be backed by a human agency of some sort, and the knowledge of the existence of these occult manifestations, if carefully analyzed, might lead to the formation of a definite clue.
an idea that is suggested
From this reading While driving down from the North Shore, Forrester decided to ascertain as soon as possible if either Green or the detective bureau had ever heard of the strange rumors regarding the oak tree, for it seemed to him that to the trained detective mind this might offer some suggestion.
supernaturalnounUS /ˌsuːpərˈnætʃərəl/
supernatural forces and events and beings collectively
From this reading Forrester did not believe in the supernatural.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading While driving down from the North Shore, Forrester decided to ascertain as soon as possible if either Green or the detective bureau had ever heard of the strange rumors regarding the oak tree, for it seemed to him that to the trained detective mind this might offer some suggestion.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading While driving down from the North Shore, Forrester decided to ascertain as soon as possible if either Green or the detective bureau had ever heard of the strange rumors regarding the oak tree, for it seemed to him that to the trained detective mind this might offer some suggestion.
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading Such occurrences must be backed by a human agency of some sort, and the knowledge of the existence of these occult manifestations, if carefully analyzed, might lead to the formation of a definite clue.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading While driving down from the North Shore, Forrester decided to ascertain as soon as possible if either Green or the detective bureau had ever heard of the strange rumors regarding the oak tree, for it seemed to him that to the trained detective mind this might offer some suggestion.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading While driving down from the North Shore, Forrester decided to ascertain as soon as possible if either Green or the detective bureau had ever heard of the strange rumors regarding the oak tree, for it seemed to him that to the trained detective mind this might offer some suggestion.
trainedadjectiveUS /treɪnd/
shaped or conditioned or disciplined by training; often used as a combining form
From this reading While driving down from the North Shore, Forrester decided to ascertain as soon as possible if either Green or the detective bureau had ever heard of the strange rumors regarding the oak tree, for it seemed to him that to the trained detective mind this might offer some suggestion.
a tall perennial woody plant having a main trunk and branches forming a distinct elevated crown; includes both gymnosperms and angiosperms
From this reading While driving down from the North Shore, Forrester decided to ascertain as soon as possible if either Green or the detective bureau had ever heard of the strange rumors regarding the oak tree, for it seemed to him that to the trained detective mind this might offer some suggestion.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading It was late in the afternoon when Forrester reached the city, but he did not delay his inquiries.
inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading He went first to Green’s office, finding, of course, that the detective had already left to carry out his plan of night observation, although Green’s office girl, trained to secrecy, said that she did not know anything about the detective’s movements.
at the time that
From this reading It was late in the afternoon when Forrester reached the city, but he did not delay his inquiries.
WhileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading While driving down from the North Shore, Forrester decided to ascertain as soon as possible if either Green or the detective bureau had ever heard of the strange rumors regarding the oak tree, for it seemed to him that to the trained detective mind this might offer some suggestion.
