Chapter X

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading Ever since the similar assembly at which the “team expenses” item had been brought to light there had been rumors of all sorts flying about the school.

(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 Ever since the similar assembly at which the “team expenses” item had been brought to light there had been rumors of all sorts flying about the school.

past form of “allow” — make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen

From this reading It was said that Billy Cameron was not going to be allowed to play; that some of the fellows were going to demand the resignation of the present manager, and that Phin Dorr wanted the office; that the faculty was frightened lest the facts about Cameron should get into the papers; that Bert Middleton and Dana didn’t speak to each other; and much more besides.

used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading It was said that Billy Cameron was not going to be allowed to play; that some of the fellows were going to demand the resignation of the present manager, and that Phin Dorr wanted the office; that the faculty was frightened lest the facts about Cameron should get into the papers; that Bert Middleton and Dana didn’t speak to each other; and much more besides.

a group of machine parts that fit together to form a self-contained unit

From this reading Ever since the similar assembly at which the “team expenses” item had been brought to light there had been rumors of all sorts flying about the school.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Ever since the similar assembly at which the “team expenses” item had been brought to light there had been rumors of all sorts flying about the school.

playing or singing with instrumental or vocal accompaniment

From this reading HANSEL LEAVES THE TEAM The mass meeting was surprisingly well attended.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading It was said that Billy Cameron was not going to be allowed to play; that some of the fellows were going to demand the resignation of the present manager, and that Phin Dorr wanted the office; that the faculty was frightened lest the facts about Cameron should get into the papers; that Bert Middleton and Dana didn’t speak to each other; and much more besides.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Ever since the similar assembly at which the “team expenses” item had been brought to light there had been rumors of all sorts flying about the school.

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From this reading It was said that Billy Cameron was not going to be allowed to play; that some of the fellows were going to demand the resignation of the present manager, and that Phin Dorr wanted the office; that the faculty was frightened lest the facts about Cameron should get into the papers; that Bert Middleton and Dana didn’t speak to each other; and much more besides.

in addition to; as well as

From this reading It was said that Billy Cameron was not going to be allowed to play; that some of the fellows were going to demand the resignation of the present manager, and that Phin Dorr wanted the office; that the faculty was frightened lest the facts about Cameron should get into the papers; that Bert Middleton and Dana didn’t speak to each other; and much more besides.

a short stout club used primarily by policemen

From this reading It was said that Billy Cameron was not going to be allowed to play; that some of the fellows were going to demand the resignation of the present manager, and that Phin Dorr wanted the office; that the faculty was frightened lest the facts about Cameron should get into the papers; that Bert Middleton and Dana didn’t speak to each other; and much more besides.

inflected form of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere

From this reading Ever since the similar assembly at which the “team expenses” item had been brought to light there had been rumors of all sorts flying about the school.

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From this reading It was said that Billy Cameron was not going to be allowed to play; that some of the fellows were going to demand the resignation of the present manager, and that Phin Dorr wanted the office; that the faculty was frightened lest the facts about Cameron should get into the papers; that Bert Middleton and Dana didn’t speak to each other; and much more besides.

a collection of things sharing a common attribute

From this reading Field had refused to preside and the honor fell to Cupples, president of the third class.

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From this reading Field had refused to preside and the honor fell to Cupples, president of the third class.

a state in which you want to learn more about something

From this reading All this had the effect of whetting public curiosity, and so filling the hall from platform to doors.

Celtic goddess who was the mother of the Tuatha De Danann; identified with the Welsh Don

From this reading It was said that Billy Cameron was not going to be allowed to play; that some of the fellows were going to demand the resignation of the present manager, and that Phin Dorr wanted the office; that the faculty was frightened lest the facts about Cameron should get into the papers; that Bert Middleton and Dana didn’t speak to each other; and much more besides.

an urgent or peremptory request

From this reading It was said that Billy Cameron was not going to be allowed to play; that some of the fellows were going to demand the resignation of the present manager, and that Phin Dorr wanted the office; that the faculty was frightened lest the facts about Cameron should get into the papers; that Bert Middleton and Dana didn’t speak to each other; and much more besides.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading It was said that Billy Cameron was not going to be allowed to play; that some of the fellows were going to demand the resignation of the present manager, and that Phin Dorr wanted the office; that the faculty was frightened lest the facts about Cameron should get into the papers; that Bert Middleton and Dana didn’t speak to each other; and much more besides.

plural of “door” — a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle

From this reading All this had the effect of whetting public curiosity, and so filling the hall from platform to doors.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading It was said that Billy Cameron was not going to be allowed to play; that some of the fellows were going to demand the resignation of the present manager, and that Phin Dorr wanted the office; that the faculty was frightened lest the facts about Cameron should get into the papers; that Bert Middleton and Dana didn’t speak to each other; and much more besides.

every one of two or more people or things, taken separately

From this reading It was said that Billy Cameron was not going to be allowed to play; that some of the fellows were going to demand the resignation of the present manager, and that Phin Dorr wanted the office; that the faculty was frightened lest the facts about Cameron should get into the papers; that Bert Middleton and Dana didn’t speak to each other; and much more besides.

a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon

From this reading All this had the effect of whetting public curiosity, and so filling the hall from platform to doors.

at any time

From this reading Ever since the similar assembly at which the “team expenses” item had been brought to light there had been rumors of all sorts flying about the school.

plural of “expense” — amounts paid for goods and services that may be currently tax deductible (as opposed to capital expenditures)

From this reading Ever since the similar assembly at which the “team expenses” item had been brought to light there had been rumors of all sorts flying about the school.

plural of “fact” — a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred

From this reading It was said that Billy Cameron was not going to be allowed to play; that some of the fellows were going to demand the resignation of the present manager, and that Phin Dorr wanted the office; that the faculty was frightened lest the facts about Cameron should get into the papers; that Bert Middleton and Dana didn’t speak to each other; and much more besides.

one of the inherent cognitive or perceptual powers of the mind

From this reading It was said that Billy Cameron was not going to be allowed to play; that some of the fellows were going to demand the resignation of the present manager, and that Phin Dorr wanted the office; that the faculty was frightened lest the facts about Cameron should get into the papers; that Bert Middleton and Dana didn’t speak to each other; and much more besides.

cause to fall by or as if by delivering a blow

From this reading Field had refused to preside and the honor fell to Cupples, president of the third class.

plural of “fellow” — a boy or man

From this reading It was said that Billy Cameron was not going to be allowed to play; that some of the fellows were going to demand the resignation of the present manager, and that Phin Dorr wanted the office; that the faculty was frightened lest the facts about Cameron should get into the papers; that Bert Middleton and Dana didn’t speak to each other; and much more besides.

a piece of land cleared of trees and usually enclosed

From this reading Field had refused to preside and the honor fell to Cupples, president of the third class.

any material that fills a space or container

From this reading All this had the effect of whetting public curiosity, and so filling the hall from platform to doors.

moving swiftly

From this reading Ever since the similar assembly at which the “team expenses” item had been brought to light there had been rumors of all sorts flying about the school.

made afraid

From this reading It was said that Billy Cameron was not going to be allowed to play; that some of the fellows were going to demand the resignation of the present manager, and that Phin Dorr wanted the office; that the faculty was frightened lest the facts about Cameron should get into the papers; that Bert Middleton and Dana didn’t speak to each other; and much more besides.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading All this had the effect of whetting public curiosity, and so filling the hall from platform to doors.

come into the possession of something concrete or abstract

From this reading It was said that Billy Cameron was not going to be allowed to play; that some of the fellows were going to demand the resignation of the present manager, and that Phin Dorr wanted the office; that the faculty was frightened lest the facts about Cameron should get into the papers; that Bert Middleton and Dana didn’t speak to each other; and much more besides.

the act of departing

From this reading It was said that Billy Cameron was not going to be allowed to play; that some of the fellows were going to demand the resignation of the present manager, and that Phin Dorr wanted the office; that the faculty was frightened lest the facts about Cameron should get into the papers; that Bert Middleton and Dana didn’t speak to each other; and much more besides.

the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect

From this reading Ever since the similar assembly at which the “team expenses” item had been brought to light there had been rumors of all sorts flying about the school.

an interior passage or corridor onto which rooms open

From this reading All this had the effect of whetting public curiosity, and so filling the hall from platform to doors.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading HANSEL LEAVES THE TEAM The mass meeting was surprisingly well attended.

a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction

From this reading Field had refused to preside and the honor fell to Cupples, president of the third class.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading It was said that Billy Cameron was not going to be allowed to play; that some of the fellows were going to demand the resignation of the present manager, and that Phin Dorr wanted the office; that the faculty was frightened lest the facts about Cameron should get into the papers; that Bert Middleton and Dana didn’t speak to each other; and much more besides.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It was said that Billy Cameron was not going to be allowed to play; that some of the fellows were going to demand the resignation of the present manager, and that Phin Dorr wanted the office; that the faculty was frightened lest the facts about Cameron should get into the papers; that Bert Middleton and Dana didn’t speak to each other; and much more besides.

a distinct part that can be specified separately in a group of things that could be enumerated on a list

From this reading Ever since the similar assembly at which the “team expenses” item had been brought to light there had been rumors of all sorts flying about the school.

plural of “leaf” — the main organ of photosynthesis and transpiration in higher plants

From this reading HANSEL LEAVES THE TEAM The mass meeting was surprisingly well attended.

in order that something should not happen

From this reading It was said that Billy Cameron was not going to be allowed to play; that some of the fellows were going to demand the resignation of the present manager, and that Phin Dorr wanted the office; that the faculty was frightened lest the facts about Cameron should get into the papers; that Bert Middleton and Dana didn’t speak to each other; and much more besides.

of comparatively little physical weight or density

From this reading Ever since the similar assembly at which the “team expenses” item had been brought to light there had been rumors of all sorts flying about the school.

someone who controls resources and expenditures

From this reading It was said that Billy Cameron was not going to be allowed to play; that some of the fellows were going to demand the resignation of the present manager, and that Phin Dorr wanted the office; that the faculty was frightened lest the facts about Cameron should get into the papers; that Bert Middleton and Dana didn’t speak to each other; and much more besides.

the property of a body that causes it to have weight in a gravitational field

From this reading HANSEL LEAVES THE TEAM The mass meeting was surprisingly well attended.

a formally arranged gathering

From this reading HANSEL LEAVES THE TEAM The mass meeting was surprisingly well attended.

English playwright and pamphleteer (1570-1627)

From this reading It was said that Billy Cameron was not going to be allowed to play; that some of the fellows were going to demand the resignation of the present manager, and that Phin Dorr wanted the office; that the faculty was frightened lest the facts about Cameron should get into the papers; that Bert Middleton and Dana didn’t speak to each other; and much more besides.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading It was said that Billy Cameron was not going to be allowed to play; that some of the fellows were going to demand the resignation of the present manager, and that Phin Dorr wanted the office; that the faculty was frightened lest the facts about Cameron should get into the papers; that Bert Middleton and Dana didn’t speak to each other; and much more besides.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading It was said that Billy Cameron was not going to be allowed to play; that some of the fellows were going to demand the resignation of the present manager, and that Phin Dorr wanted the office; that the faculty was frightened lest the facts about Cameron should get into the papers; that Bert Middleton and Dana didn’t speak to each other; and much more besides.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading It was said that Billy Cameron was not going to be allowed to play; that some of the fellows were going to demand the resignation of the present manager, and that Phin Dorr wanted the office; that the faculty was frightened lest the facts about Cameron should get into the papers; that Bert Middleton and Dana didn’t speak to each other; and much more besides.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Ever since the similar assembly at which the “team expenses” item had been brought to light there had been rumors of all sorts flying about the school.

place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed

From this reading It was said that Billy Cameron was not going to be allowed to play; that some of the fellows were going to demand the resignation of the present manager, and that Phin Dorr wanted the office; that the faculty was frightened lest the facts about Cameron should get into the papers; that Bert Middleton and Dana didn’t speak to each other; and much more besides.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading It was said that Billy Cameron was not going to be allowed to play; that some of the fellows were going to demand the resignation of the present manager, and that Phin Dorr wanted the office; that the faculty was frightened lest the facts about Cameron should get into the papers; that Bert Middleton and Dana didn’t speak to each other; and much more besides.

writing that provides information (especially information of an official nature)

From this reading It was said that Billy Cameron was not going to be allowed to play; that some of the fellows were going to demand the resignation of the present manager, and that Phin Dorr wanted the office; that the faculty was frightened lest the facts about Cameron should get into the papers; that Bert Middleton and Dana didn’t speak to each other; and much more besides.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading It was said that Billy Cameron was not going to be allowed to play; that some of the fellows were going to demand the resignation of the present manager, and that Phin Dorr wanted the office; that the faculty was frightened lest the facts about Cameron should get into the papers; that Bert Middleton and Dana didn’t speak to each other; and much more besides.

a raised horizontal surface

From this reading All this had the effect of whetting public curiosity, and so filling the hall from platform to doors.

participate in games or sport

From this reading It was said that Billy Cameron was not going to be allowed to play; that some of the fellows were going to demand the resignation of the present manager, and that Phin Dorr wanted the office; that the faculty was frightened lest the facts about Cameron should get into the papers; that Bert Middleton and Dana didn’t speak to each other; and much more besides.

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading It was said that Billy Cameron was not going to be allowed to play; that some of the fellows were going to demand the resignation of the present manager, and that Phin Dorr wanted the office; that the faculty was frightened lest the facts about Cameron should get into the papers; that Bert Middleton and Dana didn’t speak to each other; and much more besides.

act as president

From this reading Field had refused to preside and the honor fell to Cupples, president of the third class.

an executive officer of a firm or corporation

From this reading Field had refused to preside and the honor fell to Cupples, president of the third class.

people in general considered as a whole

From this reading All this had the effect of whetting public curiosity, and so filling the hall from platform to doors.

past form of “refuse” — show unwillingness towards

From this reading Field had refused to preside and the honor fell to Cupples, president of the third class.

acceptance of despair

From this reading It was said that Billy Cameron was not going to be allowed to play; that some of the fellows were going to demand the resignation of the present manager, and that Phin Dorr wanted the office; that the faculty was frightened lest the facts about Cameron should get into the papers; that Bert Middleton and Dana didn’t speak to each other; and much more besides.

plural of “rumor” — gossip (usually a mixture of truth and untruth) passed around by word of mouth

From this reading Ever since the similar assembly at which the “team expenses” item had been brought to light there had been rumors of all sorts flying about the school.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading It was said that Billy Cameron was not going to be allowed to play; that some of the fellows were going to demand the resignation of the present manager, and that Phin Dorr wanted the office; that the faculty was frightened lest the facts about Cameron should get into the papers; that Bert Middleton and Dana didn’t speak to each other; and much more besides.

an educational institution

From this reading Ever since the similar assembly at which the “team expenses” item had been brought to light there had been rumors of all sorts flying about the school.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading It was said that Billy Cameron was not going to be allowed to play; that some of the fellows were going to demand the resignation of the present manager, and that Phin Dorr wanted the office; that the faculty was frightened lest the facts about Cameron should get into the papers; that Bert Middleton and Dana didn’t speak to each other; and much more besides.

marked by correspondence or resemblance

From this reading Ever since the similar assembly at which the “team expenses” item had been brought to light there had been rumors of all sorts flying about the school.

from a time in the past until now

From this reading Ever since the similar assembly at which the “team expenses” item had been brought to light there had been rumors of all sorts flying about the school.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading All this had the effect of whetting public curiosity, and so filling the hall from platform to doors.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading It was said that Billy Cameron was not going to be allowed to play; that some of the fellows were going to demand the resignation of the present manager, and that Phin Dorr wanted the office; that the faculty was frightened lest the facts about Cameron should get into the papers; that Bert Middleton and Dana didn’t speak to each other; and much more besides.

plural of “sort” — a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality

From this reading Ever since the similar assembly at which the “team expenses” item had been brought to light there had been rumors of all sorts flying about the school.

express in speech

From this reading It was said that Billy Cameron was not going to be allowed to play; that some of the fellows were going to demand the resignation of the present manager, and that Phin Dorr wanted the office; that the faculty was frightened lest the facts about Cameron should get into the papers; that Bert Middleton and Dana didn’t speak to each other; and much more besides.

in a surprising manner

From this reading HANSEL LEAVES THE TEAM The mass meeting was surprisingly well attended.

a cooperative unit (especially in sports)

From this reading HANSEL LEAVES THE TEAM The mass meeting was surprisingly well attended.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading It was said that Billy Cameron was not going to be allowed to play; that some of the fellows were going to demand the resignation of the present manager, and that Phin Dorr wanted the office; that the faculty was frightened lest the facts about Cameron should get into the papers; that Bert Middleton and Dana didn’t speak to each other; and much more besides.

used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind

From this reading HANSEL LEAVES THE TEAM The mass meeting was surprisingly well attended.

in or at that place or location

From this reading Ever since the similar assembly at which the “team expenses” item had been brought to light there had been rumors of all sorts flying about the school.

one of three equal parts of a divisible whole

From this reading Field had refused to preside and the honor fell to Cupples, president of the third class.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading All this had the effect of whetting public curiosity, and so filling the hall from platform to doors.

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading Ever since the similar assembly at which the “team expenses” item had been brought to light there had been rumors of all sorts flying about the school.

desired or wished for or sought

From this reading It was said that Billy Cameron was not going to be allowed to play; that some of the fellows were going to demand the resignation of the present manager, and that Phin Dorr wanted the office; that the faculty was frightened lest the facts about Cameron should get into the papers; that Bert Middleton and Dana didn’t speak to each other; and much more besides.

the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading HANSEL LEAVES THE TEAM The mass meeting was surprisingly well attended.

(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 HANSEL LEAVES THE TEAM The mass meeting was surprisingly well attended.

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading It was said that Billy Cameron was not going to be allowed to play; that some of the fellows were going to demand the resignation of the present manager, and that Phin Dorr wanted the office; that the faculty was frightened lest the facts about Cameron should get into the papers; that Bert Middleton and Dana didn’t speak to each other; and much more besides.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading All this had the effect of whetting public curiosity, and so filling the hall from platform to doors.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading Ever since the similar assembly at which the “team expenses” item had been brought to light there had been rumors of all sorts flying about the school.