Chapter I · Chapter 1

used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

From this reading Considering the state of the imperial city of Frankfort, one would not expect to find such a gathering as was assembled in the Kaiser cellar of the Rheingold drinking tavern.

plural of “alarm” — fear resulting from the awareness of danger

From this reading "TEKLA" "CARDILLAC" "THE VICTORS" "IN THE MIDST OF ALARMS" ETC.

(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 Outside in the streets all was turbulence and disorder; a frenzy on the part of the populace taxing to the utmost the efforts of the city authorities to keep it within bounds, and prevent the development of a riot that might result in the partial destruction at least of this once prosperous city.

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

From this reading Outside in the streets all was turbulence and disorder; a frenzy on the part of the populace taxing to the utmost the efforts of the city authorities to keep it within bounds, and prevent the development of a riot that might result in the partial destruction at least of this once prosperous city.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading Temporarily, at any rate, all business was at a standstill.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading Considering the state of the imperial city of Frankfort, one would not expect to find such a gathering as was assembled in the Kaiser cellar of the Rheingold drinking tavern.

past form of “assemble” — create by putting components or members together

From this reading Considering the state of the imperial city of Frankfort, one would not expect to find such a gathering as was assembled in the Kaiser cellar of the Rheingold drinking tavern.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Outside in the streets all was turbulence and disorder; a frenzy on the part of the populace taxing to the utmost the efforts of the city authorities to keep it within bounds, and prevent the development of a riot that might result in the partial destruction at least of this once prosperous city.

the organization that is the governing authority of a political unit

From this reading Outside in the streets all was turbulence and disorder; a frenzy on the part of the populace taxing to the utmost the efforts of the city authorities to keep it within bounds, and prevent the development of a riot that might result in the partial destruction at least of this once prosperous city.

a turbulent and stormy state of the sea

From this reading And indeed, the inhabitants of Frankfort could plead some excuse for their boisterousness.

the line or plane indicating the limit or extent of something

From this reading Outside in the streets all was turbulence and disorder; a frenzy on the part of the populace taxing to the utmost the efforts of the city authorities to keep it within bounds, and prevent the development of a riot that might result in the partial destruction at least of this once prosperous city.

a commercial or industrial enterprise and the people who constitute it

From this reading Temporarily, at any rate, all business was at a standstill.

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From this reading "TEKLA" "CARDILLAC" "THE VICTORS" "IN THE MIDST OF ALARMS" ETC.

the lowermost portion of a structure partly or wholly below ground level; often used for storage

From this reading Considering the state of the imperial city of Frankfort, one would not expect to find such a gathering as was assembled in the Kaiser cellar of the Rheingold drinking tavern.

a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts

From this reading Considering the state of the imperial city of Frankfort, one would not expect to find such a gathering as was assembled in the Kaiser cellar of the Rheingold drinking tavern.

-ing form of “consider” — deem to be

From this reading Considering the state of the imperial city of Frankfort, one would not expect to find such a gathering as was assembled in the Kaiser cellar of the Rheingold drinking tavern.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading And indeed, the inhabitants of Frankfort could plead some excuse for their boisterousness.

the termination of something by causing so much damage to it that it cannot be repaired or no longer exists

From this reading Outside in the streets all was turbulence and disorder; a frenzy on the part of the populace taxing to the utmost the efforts of the city authorities to keep it within bounds, and prevent the development of a riot that might result in the partial destruction at least of this once prosperous city.

act of improving by expanding or enlarging or refining

From this reading Outside in the streets all was turbulence and disorder; a frenzy on the part of the populace taxing to the utmost the efforts of the city authorities to keep it within bounds, and prevent the development of a riot that might result in the partial destruction at least of this once prosperous city.

a physical condition in which there is a disturbance of normal functioning

From this reading Outside in the streets all was turbulence and disorder; a frenzy on the part of the populace taxing to the utmost the efforts of the city authorities to keep it within bounds, and prevent the development of a riot that might result in the partial destruction at least of this once prosperous city.

the act of consuming liquids

From this reading Considering the state of the imperial city of Frankfort, one would not expect to find such a gathering as was assembled in the Kaiser cellar of the Rheingold drinking tavern.

plural of “effort” — earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something

From this reading Outside in the streets all was turbulence and disorder; a frenzy on the part of the populace taxing to the utmost the efforts of the city authorities to keep it within bounds, and prevent the development of a riot that might result in the partial destruction at least of this once prosperous city.

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From this reading "TEKLA" "CARDILLAC" "THE VICTORS" "IN THE MIDST OF ALARMS" ETC.

accept an excuse for

From this reading And indeed, the inhabitants of Frankfort could plead some excuse for their boisterousness.

regard something as probable or likely

From this reading Considering the state of the imperial city of Frankfort, one would not expect to find such a gathering as was assembled in the Kaiser cellar of the Rheingold drinking tavern.

come upon, as if by accident; meet with

From this reading Considering the state of the imperial city of Frankfort, one would not expect to find such a gathering as was assembled in the Kaiser cellar of the Rheingold drinking tavern.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading And indeed, the inhabitants of Frankfort could plead some excuse for their boisterousness.

the capital of Kentucky; located in northern Kentucky

From this reading Considering the state of the imperial city of Frankfort, one would not expect to find such a gathering as was assembled in the Kaiser cellar of the Rheingold drinking tavern.

state of violent mental agitation

From this reading Outside in the streets all was turbulence and disorder; a frenzy on the part of the populace taxing to the utmost the efforts of the city authorities to keep it within bounds, and prevent the development of a riot that might result in the partial destruction at least of this once prosperous city.

a group of persons together in one place

From this reading Considering the state of the imperial city of Frankfort, one would not expect to find such a gathering as was assembled in the Kaiser cellar of the Rheingold drinking tavern.

relating to or associated with an empire

From this reading Considering the state of the imperial city of Frankfort, one would not expect to find such a gathering as was assembled in the Kaiser cellar of the Rheingold drinking tavern.

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading "TEKLA" "CARDILLAC" "THE VICTORS" "IN THE MIDST OF ALARMS" ETC.

in truth (often tends to intensify)

From this reading And indeed, the inhabitants of Frankfort could plead some excuse for their boisterousness.

plural of “inhabitant” — a person who inhabits a particular place

From this reading And indeed, the inhabitants of Frankfort could plead some excuse for their boisterousness.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Outside in the streets all was turbulence and disorder; a frenzy on the part of the populace taxing to the utmost the efforts of the city authorities to keep it within bounds, and prevent the development of a riot that might result in the partial destruction at least of this once prosperous city.

the title of the Holy Roman Emperors or the emperors of Austria or of Germany until 1918

From this reading Considering the state of the imperial city of Frankfort, one would not expect to find such a gathering as was assembled in the Kaiser cellar of the Rheingold drinking tavern.

cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”

From this reading Outside in the streets all was turbulence and disorder; a frenzy on the part of the populace taxing to the utmost the efforts of the city authorities to keep it within bounds, and prevent the development of a riot that might result in the partial destruction at least of this once prosperous city.

the superlative of “little” that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by “the”; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or extent or degree

From this reading Outside in the streets all was turbulence and disorder; a frenzy on the part of the populace taxing to the utmost the efforts of the city authorities to keep it within bounds, and prevent the development of a riot that might result in the partial destruction at least of this once prosperous city.

the location of something surrounded by other things

From this reading "TEKLA" "CARDILLAC" "THE VICTORS" "IN THE MIDST OF ALARMS" ETC.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading Outside in the streets all was turbulence and disorder; a frenzy on the part of the populace taxing to the utmost the efforts of the city authorities to keep it within bounds, and prevent the development of a riot that might result in the partial destruction at least of this once prosperous city.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Considering the state of the imperial city of Frankfort, one would not expect to find such a gathering as was assembled in the Kaiser cellar of the Rheingold drinking tavern.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading "TEKLA" "CARDILLAC" "THE VICTORS" "IN THE MIDST OF ALARMS" ETC.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Outside in the streets all was turbulence and disorder; a frenzy on the part of the populace taxing to the utmost the efforts of the city authorities to keep it within bounds, and prevent the development of a riot that might result in the partial destruction at least of this once prosperous city.

on one occasion

From this reading Outside in the streets all was turbulence and disorder; a frenzy on the part of the populace taxing to the utmost the efforts of the city authorities to keep it within bounds, and prevent the development of a riot that might result in the partial destruction at least of this once prosperous city.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading Considering the state of the imperial city of Frankfort, one would not expect to find such a gathering as was assembled in the Kaiser cellar of the Rheingold drinking tavern.

relating to or being on or near the outer side or limit

From this reading Outside in the streets all was turbulence and disorder; a frenzy on the part of the populace taxing to the utmost the efforts of the city authorities to keep it within bounds, and prevent the development of a riot that might result in the partial destruction at least of this once prosperous city.

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading Outside in the streets all was turbulence and disorder; a frenzy on the part of the populace taxing to the utmost the efforts of the city authorities to keep it within bounds, and prevent the development of a riot that might result in the partial destruction at least of this once prosperous city.

being or affecting only a part; not total

From this reading Outside in the streets all was turbulence and disorder; a frenzy on the part of the populace taxing to the utmost the efforts of the city authorities to keep it within bounds, and prevent the development of a riot that might result in the partial destruction at least of this once prosperous city.

appeal or request earnestly

From this reading And indeed, the inhabitants of Frankfort could plead some excuse for their boisterousness.

people in general considered as a whole

From this reading Outside in the streets all was turbulence and disorder; a frenzy on the part of the populace taxing to the utmost the efforts of the city authorities to keep it within bounds, and prevent the development of a riot that might result in the partial destruction at least of this once prosperous city.

keep from happening or arising; make impossible

From this reading Outside in the streets all was turbulence and disorder; a frenzy on the part of the populace taxing to the utmost the efforts of the city authorities to keep it within bounds, and prevent the development of a riot that might result in the partial destruction at least of this once prosperous city.

in fortunate circumstances financially; moderately rich

From this reading Outside in the streets all was turbulence and disorder; a frenzy on the part of the populace taxing to the utmost the efforts of the city authorities to keep it within bounds, and prevent the development of a riot that might result in the partial destruction at least of this once prosperous city.

a magnitude or frequency relative to a time unit

From this reading Temporarily, at any rate, all business was at a standstill.

a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon

From this reading Outside in the streets all was turbulence and disorder; a frenzy on the part of the populace taxing to the utmost the efforts of the city authorities to keep it within bounds, and prevent the development of a riot that might result in the partial destruction at least of this once prosperous city.

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From this reading Considering the state of the imperial city of Frankfort, one would not expect to find such a gathering as was assembled in the Kaiser cellar of the Rheingold drinking tavern.

a public act of violence by an unruly mob

From this reading Outside in the streets all was turbulence and disorder; a frenzy on the part of the populace taxing to the utmost the efforts of the city authorities to keep it within bounds, and prevent the development of a riot that might result in the partial destruction at least of this once prosperous city.

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

From this reading And indeed, the inhabitants of Frankfort could plead some excuse for their boisterousness.

a situation in which no progress can be made or no advancement is possible

From this reading Temporarily, at any rate, all business was at a standstill.

the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation

From this reading Considering the state of the imperial city of Frankfort, one would not expect to find such a gathering as was assembled in the Kaiser cellar of the Rheingold drinking tavern.

plural of “street” — a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings

From this reading Outside in the streets all was turbulence and disorder; a frenzy on the part of the populace taxing to the utmost the efforts of the city authorities to keep it within bounds, and prevent the development of a riot that might result in the partial destruction at least of this once prosperous city.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading Considering the state of the imperial city of Frankfort, one would not expect to find such a gathering as was assembled in the Kaiser cellar of the Rheingold drinking tavern.

a building with a bar that is licensed to sell alcoholic drinks

From this reading Considering the state of the imperial city of Frankfort, one would not expect to find such a gathering as was assembled in the Kaiser cellar of the Rheingold drinking tavern.

not easily borne; wearing

From this reading Outside in the streets all was turbulence and disorder; a frenzy on the part of the populace taxing to the utmost the efforts of the city authorities to keep it within bounds, and prevent the development of a riot that might result in the partial destruction at least of this once prosperous city.

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From this reading "TEKLA" "CARDILLAC" "THE VICTORS" "IN THE MIDST OF ALARMS" ETC.

for a limited time only; not permanently

From this reading Temporarily, at any rate, all business was at a standstill.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Outside in the streets all was turbulence and disorder; a frenzy on the part of the populace taxing to the utmost the efforts of the city authorities to keep it within bounds, and prevent the development of a riot that might result in the partial destruction at least of this once prosperous city.

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

From this reading "TEKLA" "CARDILLAC" "THE VICTORS" "IN THE MIDST OF ALARMS" ETC.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading And indeed, the inhabitants of Frankfort could plead some excuse for their boisterousness.

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

From this reading Outside in the streets all was turbulence and disorder; a frenzy on the part of the populace taxing to the utmost the efforts of the city authorities to keep it within bounds, and prevent the development of a riot that might result in the partial destruction at least of this once prosperous city.

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

From this reading Considering the state of the imperial city of Frankfort, one would not expect to find such a gathering as was assembled in the Kaiser cellar of the Rheingold drinking tavern.

unstable flow of a liquid or gas

From this reading Outside in the streets all was turbulence and disorder; a frenzy on the part of the populace taxing to the utmost the efforts of the city authorities to keep it within bounds, and prevent the development of a riot that might result in the partial destruction at least of this once prosperous city.

of the greatest possible degree or extent or intensity

From this reading Outside in the streets all was turbulence and disorder; a frenzy on the part of the populace taxing to the utmost the efforts of the city authorities to keep it within bounds, and prevent the development of a riot that might result in the partial destruction at least of this once prosperous city.

plural of “victor” — a combatant who is able to defeat rivals

From this reading "TEKLA" "CARDILLAC" "THE VICTORS" "IN THE MIDST OF ALARMS" ETC.

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

From this reading Considering the state of the imperial city of Frankfort, one would not expect to find such a gathering as was assembled in the Kaiser cellar of the Rheingold drinking tavern.

inside; before a period of time has passed

From this reading Outside in the streets all was turbulence and disorder; a frenzy on the part of the populace taxing to the utmost the efforts of the city authorities to keep it within bounds, and prevent the development of a riot that might result in the partial destruction at least of this once prosperous city.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading Considering the state of the imperial city of Frankfort, one would not expect to find such a gathering as was assembled in the Kaiser cellar of the Rheingold drinking tavern.