used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading For this reason I am inclined to believe that the "Smuggler Chief" will become a greater favourite with readers than any of its predecessors.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading While there is enough of startling incident and hairbreadth escapes to satisfy the greatest craver after sensation, the plot is carefully elaborated, and great attention is paid to developing the character of the heroines.
Aimard
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From this reading The present is the most powerful story which Gustave Aimard has yet written.
the form of “be” used with “I”
From this reading For this reason I am inclined to believe that the "Smuggler Chief" will become a greater favourite with readers than any of its predecessors.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading While there is enough of startling incident and hairbreadth escapes to satisfy the greatest craver after sensation, the plot is carefully elaborated, and great attention is paid to developing the character of the heroines.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading If there has been any fault in the author's previous works, it is that the ladies introduced are too subordinate; but in the present tale, the primary interest hinges upon them, and they are the most prominent characters.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading If there has been any fault in the author's previous works, it is that the ladies introduced are too subordinate; but in the present tale, the primary interest hinges upon them, and they are the most prominent characters.
the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others
From this reading While there is enough of startling incident and hairbreadth escapes to satisfy the greatest craver after sensation, the plot is carefully elaborated, and great attention is paid to developing the character of the heroines.
writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)
From this reading AUTHOR OF "STRONGHAND," "BUCCANEER CHIEF," ETC.
author'snounUS /ˈɔːθərz/
possessive form of “author” — writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)
From this reading If there has been any fault in the author's previous works, it is that the ladies introduced are too subordinate; but in the present tale, the primary interest hinges upon them, and they are the most prominent characters.
enter or assume a certain state or condition
From this reading For this reason I am inclined to believe that the "Smuggler Chief" will become a greater favourite with readers than any of its predecessors.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading If there has been any fault in the author's previous works, it is that the ladies introduced are too subordinate; but in the present tale, the primary interest hinges upon them, and they are the most prominent characters.
accept as true; take to be true
From this reading For this reason I am inclined to believe that the "Smuggler Chief" will become a greater favourite with readers than any of its predecessors.
BUCCANEERnounUS /ˌbʌkəˈniːr/
someone who robs at sea or plunders the land from the sea without having a commission from any sovereign nation
From this reading AUTHOR OF "STRONGHAND," "BUCCANEER CHIEF," ETC.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading If there has been any fault in the author's previous works, it is that the ladies introduced are too subordinate; but in the present tale, the primary interest hinges upon them, and they are the most prominent characters.
taking care or paying attention
From this reading While there is enough of startling incident and hairbreadth escapes to satisfy the greatest craver after sensation, the plot is carefully elaborated, and great attention is paid to developing the character of the heroines.
an imaginary person represented in a work of fiction (play or film or story)
From this reading While there is enough of startling incident and hairbreadth escapes to satisfy the greatest craver after sensation, the plot is carefully elaborated, and great attention is paid to developing the character of the heroines.
plural of “character” — an imaginary person represented in a work of fiction (play or film or story)
From this reading If there has been any fault in the author's previous works, it is that the ladies introduced are too subordinate; but in the present tale, the primary interest hinges upon them, and they are the most prominent characters.
a person who is in charge
From this reading AUTHOR OF "STRONGHAND," "BUCCANEER CHIEF," ETC.
craver
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From this reading While there is enough of startling incident and hairbreadth escapes to satisfy the greatest craver after sensation, the plot is carefully elaborated, and great attention is paid to developing the character of the heroines.
developingadjectiveUS /dɪˈveləpɪŋ/
relating to societies in which capital needed to industrialize is in short supply
From this reading While there is enough of startling incident and hairbreadth escapes to satisfy the greatest craver after sensation, the plot is carefully elaborated, and great attention is paid to developing the character of the heroines.
elaboratedadjectiveUS /ɪˈlæbəreɪtəd/
developed or executed with care and in minute detail
From this reading While there is enough of startling incident and hairbreadth escapes to satisfy the greatest craver after sensation, the plot is carefully elaborated, and great attention is paid to developing the character of the heroines.
an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose
From this reading While there is enough of startling incident and hairbreadth escapes to satisfy the greatest craver after sensation, the plot is carefully elaborated, and great attention is paid to developing the character of the heroines.
escapesnounUS /ɪˈskeɪps/
plural of “escape” — the act of escaping physically
From this reading While there is enough of startling incident and hairbreadth escapes to satisfy the greatest craver after sensation, the plot is carefully elaborated, and great attention is paid to developing the character of the heroines.
ETC
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From this reading AUTHOR OF "STRONGHAND," "BUCCANEER CHIEF," ETC.
a wrong action attributable to bad judgment or ignorance or inattention
From this reading If there has been any fault in the author's previous works, it is that the ladies introduced are too subordinate; but in the present tale, the primary interest hinges upon them, and they are the most prominent characters.
a competitor thought likely to win
From this reading For this reason I am inclined to believe that the "Smuggler Chief" will become a greater favourite with readers than any of its predecessors.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading For this reason I am inclined to believe that the "Smuggler Chief" will become a greater favourite with readers than any of its predecessors.
relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind
From this reading While there is enough of startling incident and hairbreadth escapes to satisfy the greatest craver after sensation, the plot is carefully elaborated, and great attention is paid to developing the character of the heroines.
greater in size or importance or degree
From this reading For this reason I am inclined to believe that the "Smuggler Chief" will become a greater favourite with readers than any of its predecessors.
highest in quality
From this reading While there is enough of startling incident and hairbreadth escapes to satisfy the greatest craver after sensation, the plot is carefully elaborated, and great attention is paid to developing the character of the heroines.
Gustave
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From this reading The present is the most powerful story which Gustave Aimard has yet written.
hairbreadth
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From this reading While there is enough of startling incident and hairbreadth escapes to satisfy the greatest craver after sensation, the plot is carefully elaborated, and great attention is paid to developing the character of the heroines.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The present is the most powerful story which Gustave Aimard has yet written.
heroinesnounUS /ˈheroʊənz/
plural of “heroine” — the main good female character in a work of fiction
From this reading While there is enough of startling incident and hairbreadth escapes to satisfy the greatest craver after sensation, the plot is carefully elaborated, and great attention is paid to developing the character of the heroines.
hingesnounUS /ˈhɪndʒɪz/
plural of “hinge” — a joint that holds two parts together so that one can swing relative to the other
From this reading If there has been any fault in the author's previous works, it is that the ladies introduced are too subordinate; but in the present tale, the primary interest hinges upon them, and they are the most prominent characters.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading For this reason I am inclined to believe that the "Smuggler Chief" will become a greater favourite with readers than any of its predecessors.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading If there has been any fault in the author's previous works, it is that the ladies introduced are too subordinate; but in the present tale, the primary interest hinges upon them, and they are the most prominent characters.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading If there has been any fault in the author's previous works, it is that the ladies introduced are too subordinate; but in the present tale, the primary interest hinges upon them, and they are the most prominent characters.
a single distinct event
From this reading While there is enough of startling incident and hairbreadth escapes to satisfy the greatest craver after sensation, the plot is carefully elaborated, and great attention is paid to developing the character of the heroines.
(often followed by “to”) having a preference, disposition, or tendency
From this reading For this reason I am inclined to believe that the "Smuggler Chief" will become a greater favourite with readers than any of its predecessors.
a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something
From this reading If there has been any fault in the author's previous works, it is that the ladies introduced are too subordinate; but in the present tale, the primary interest hinges upon them, and they are the most prominent characters.
past form of “introduce” — cause to come to know personally
From this reading If there has been any fault in the author's previous works, it is that the ladies introduced are too subordinate; but in the present tale, the primary interest hinges upon them, and they are the most prominent characters.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The present is the most powerful story which Gustave Aimard has yet written.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading If there has been any fault in the author's previous works, it is that the ladies introduced are too subordinate; but in the present tale, the primary interest hinges upon them, and they are the most prominent characters.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading For this reason I am inclined to believe that the "Smuggler Chief" will become a greater favourite with readers than any of its predecessors.
plural of “lady” — a polite name for any woman
From this reading If there has been any fault in the author's previous works, it is that the ladies introduced are too subordinate; but in the present tale, the primary interest hinges upon them, and they are the most prominent characters.
used to form the superlative
From this reading The present is the most powerful story which Gustave Aimard has yet written.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading AUTHOR OF "STRONGHAND," "BUCCANEER CHIEF," ETC.
marked by the reception of pay
From this reading While there is enough of startling incident and hairbreadth escapes to satisfy the greatest craver after sensation, the plot is carefully elaborated, and great attention is paid to developing the character of the heroines.
plotnounUS /plɑːt/
a secret scheme to do something (especially something underhand or illegal)
From this reading While there is enough of startling incident and hairbreadth escapes to satisfy the greatest craver after sensation, the plot is carefully elaborated, and great attention is paid to developing the character of the heroines.
having great power or force or potency or effect
From this reading The present is the most powerful story which Gustave Aimard has yet written.
predecessorsnounUS /ˈpredəsesərz/
plural of “predecessor” — one who precedes you in time (as in holding a position or office)
From this reading For this reason I am inclined to believe that the "Smuggler Chief" will become a greater favourite with readers than any of its predecessors.
give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading The present is the most powerful story which Gustave Aimard has yet written.
just preceding something else in time or order
From this reading If there has been any fault in the author's previous works, it is that the ladies introduced are too subordinate; but in the present tale, the primary interest hinges upon them, and they are the most prominent characters.
primaryadjectiveUS /ˈpraɪmeri/
of first rank or importance or value; direct and immediate rather than secondary
From this reading If there has been any fault in the author's previous works, it is that the ladies introduced are too subordinate; but in the present tale, the primary interest hinges upon them, and they are the most prominent characters.
prominentadjectiveUS /ˈprɑːmənənt/
having a quality that thrusts itself into attention
From this reading If there has been any fault in the author's previous works, it is that the ladies introduced are too subordinate; but in the present tale, the primary interest hinges upon them, and they are the most prominent characters.
readersnounUS /ˈriːdərz/
plural of “reader” — a person who enjoys reading
From this reading For this reason I am inclined to believe that the "Smuggler Chief" will become a greater favourite with readers than any of its predecessors.
a rational motive for a belief or action
From this reading For this reason I am inclined to believe that the "Smuggler Chief" will become a greater favourite with readers than any of its predecessors.
satisfyverbUS /ˈsætəsfaɪ/
meet the requirements or expectations of
From this reading While there is enough of startling incident and hairbreadth escapes to satisfy the greatest craver after sensation, the plot is carefully elaborated, and great attention is paid to developing the character of the heroines.
an unelaborated elementary awareness of stimulation
From this reading While there is enough of startling incident and hairbreadth escapes to satisfy the greatest craver after sensation, the plot is carefully elaborated, and great attention is paid to developing the character of the heroines.
SmugglernounUS /ˈsmʌɡlər/
someone who imports or exports without paying duties
From this reading For this reason I am inclined to believe that the "Smuggler Chief" will become a greater favourite with readers than any of its predecessors.
startlingadjectiveUS /ˈstɑːrtlɪŋ/
so remarkably different or sudden as to cause momentary shock or alarm
From this reading While there is enough of startling incident and hairbreadth escapes to satisfy the greatest craver after sensation, the plot is carefully elaborated, and great attention is paid to developing the character of the heroines.
a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program
From this reading The present is the most powerful story which Gustave Aimard has yet written.
STRONGHAND
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From this reading AUTHOR OF "STRONGHAND," "BUCCANEER CHIEF," ETC.
subordinateadjectiveUS /səˈbɔːrdəneɪt/
lower in rank or importance
From this reading If there has been any fault in the author's previous works, it is that the ladies introduced are too subordinate; but in the present tale, the primary interest hinges upon them, and they are the most prominent characters.
a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program
From this reading If there has been any fault in the author's previous works, it is that the ladies introduced are too subordinate; but in the present tale, the primary interest hinges upon them, and they are the most prominent characters.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading For this reason I am inclined to believe that the "Smuggler Chief" will become a greater favourite with readers than any of its predecessors.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading If there has been any fault in the author's previous works, it is that the ladies introduced are too subordinate; but in the present tale, the primary interest hinges upon them, and they are the most prominent characters.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading The present is the most powerful story which Gustave Aimard has yet written.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading If there has been any fault in the author's previous works, it is that the ladies introduced are too subordinate; but in the present tale, the primary interest hinges upon them, and they are the most prominent characters.
in or at that place or location
From this reading While there is enough of startling incident and hairbreadth escapes to satisfy the greatest craver after sensation, the plot is carefully elaborated, and great attention is paid to developing the character of the heroines.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading If there has been any fault in the author's previous works, it is that the ladies introduced are too subordinate; but in the present tale, the primary interest hinges upon them, and they are the most prominent characters.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading For this reason I am inclined to believe that the "Smuggler Chief" will become a greater favourite with readers than any of its predecessors.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading While there is enough of startling incident and hairbreadth escapes to satisfy the greatest craver after sensation, the plot is carefully elaborated, and great attention is paid to developing the character of the heroines.
to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits
From this reading If there has been any fault in the author's previous works, it is that the ladies introduced are too subordinate; but in the present tale, the primary interest hinges upon them, and they are the most prominent characters.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading If there has been any fault in the author's previous works, it is that the ladies introduced are too subordinate; but in the present tale, the primary interest hinges upon them, and they are the most prominent characters.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading The present is the most powerful story which Gustave Aimard has yet written.
WhileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading While there is enough of startling incident and hairbreadth escapes to satisfy the greatest craver after sensation, the plot is carefully elaborated, and great attention is paid to developing the character of the heroines.
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading For this reason I am inclined to believe that the "Smuggler Chief" will become a greater favourite with readers than any of its predecessors.
in the company of; together with
From this reading For this reason I am inclined to believe that the "Smuggler Chief" will become a greater favourite with readers than any of its predecessors.
buildings for carrying on industrial labor
From this reading If there has been any fault in the author's previous works, it is that the ladies introduced are too subordinate; but in the present tale, the primary interest hinges upon them, and they are the most prominent characters.
set down in writing in any of various ways
From this reading The present is the most powerful story which Gustave Aimard has yet written.
but in spite of that
From this reading The present is the most powerful story which Gustave Aimard has yet written.
