used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading PETERSEN'S SIN The first news of the committee's failing confidence that reached Tom's ears he discredited as being one of the rumors that are always flying about when large powers are vested in a small body of men.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading PETERSEN'S SIN The first news of the committee's failing confidence that reached Tom's ears he discredited as being one of the rumors that are always flying about when large powers are vested in a small body of men.
consider or hold as true
From this reading But when the committee was forced to admit in open meeting that its courage was waning, Tom, astounded, had to accept what but yesterday he had discredited.
accusationnounUS /ˌækjəˈzeɪʃən/
a formal charge of wrongdoing brought against a person; the act of imputing blame or guilt
From this reading He thought immediately of treachery on Foley's part, but in his hot remarks to the union he made no mention of his suspicions; he knew the boomerang quality of an accusation he could not prove.
declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of
From this reading But when the committee was forced to admit in open meeting that its courage was waning, Tom, astounded, had to accept what but yesterday he had discredited.
at all times; all the time and on every occasion
From this reading PETERSEN'S SIN The first news of the committee's failing confidence that reached Tom's ears he discredited as being one of the rumors that are always flying about when large powers are vested in a small body of men.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading He thought immediately of treachery on Foley's part, but in his hot remarks to the union he made no mention of his suspicions; he knew the boomerang quality of an accusation he could not prove.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading PETERSEN'S SIN The first news of the committee's failing confidence that reached Tom's ears he discredited as being one of the rumors that are always flying about when large powers are vested in a small body of men.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading PETERSEN'S SIN The first news of the committee's failing confidence that reached Tom's ears he discredited as being one of the rumors that are always flying about when large powers are vested in a small body of men.
astoundedadjectiveUS /əˈstaʊndɪd/
filled with the emotional impact of overwhelming surprise or shock
From this reading But when the committee was forced to admit in open meeting that its courage was waning, Tom, astounded, had to accept what but yesterday he had discredited.
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading PETERSEN'S SIN The first news of the committee's failing confidence that reached Tom's ears he discredited as being one of the rumors that are always flying about when large powers are vested in a small body of men.
any cognitive content held as true
From this reading That the strike could fail was too preposterous for his belief.
the entire physical structure of an organism (an animal, plant, or human being)
From this reading PETERSEN'S SIN The first news of the committee's failing confidence that reached Tom's ears he discredited as being one of the rumors that are always flying about when large powers are vested in a small body of men.
boomerangverbUS /ˈbuːməræŋ/
return to the initial position from where it came; like a boomerang
From this reading He thought immediately of treachery on Foley's part, but in his hot remarks to the union he made no mention of his suspicions; he knew the boomerang quality of an accusation he could not prove.
that part of the central nervous system that includes all the higher nervous centers; enclosed within the skull; continuous with the spinal cord
From this reading Later, when he went over the situation with cool brain, he saw that treachery was impossible.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading But when the committee was forced to admit in open meeting that its courage was waning, Tom, astounded, had to accept what but yesterday he had discredited.
committeenounUS /kəˈmɪti/
a special group delegated to consider some matter
From this reading But when the committee was forced to admit in open meeting that its courage was waning, Tom, astounded, had to accept what but yesterday he had discredited.
committee'snounUS /kəˈmɪtiz/
possessive form of “committee” — a special group delegated to consider some matter
From this reading PETERSEN'S SIN The first news of the committee's failing confidence that reached Tom's ears he discredited as being one of the rumors that are always flying about when large powers are vested in a small body of men.
freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities
From this reading PETERSEN'S SIN The first news of the committee's failing confidence that reached Tom's ears he discredited as being one of the rumors that are always flying about when large powers are vested in a small body of men.
neither warm nor very cold; giving relief from heat
From this reading Later, when he went over the situation with cool brain, he saw that treachery was impossible.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading That the strike could fail was too preposterous for his belief.
a quality of spirit that enables you to face danger or pain without showing fear
From this reading But when the committee was forced to admit in open meeting that its courage was waning, Tom, astounded, had to accept what but yesterday he had discredited.
discreditedadjectiveUS /dɪˈskredɪtɪd/
being unjustly brought into disrepute
From this reading PETERSEN'S SIN The first news of the committee's failing confidence that reached Tom's ears he discredited as being one of the rumors that are always flying about when large powers are vested in a small body of men.
plural of “ear” — the sense organ for hearing and equilibrium
From this reading PETERSEN'S SIN The first news of the committee's failing confidence that reached Tom's ears he discredited as being one of the rumors that are always flying about when large powers are vested in a small body of men.
fail to do something; leave something undone
From this reading That the strike could fail was too preposterous for his belief.
failingnounUS /ˈfeɪlɪŋ/
a flaw or weak point
From this reading PETERSEN'S SIN The first news of the committee's failing confidence that reached Tom's ears he discredited as being one of the rumors that are always flying about when large powers are vested in a small body of men.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading PETERSEN'S SIN The first news of the committee's failing confidence that reached Tom's ears he discredited as being one of the rumors that are always flying about when large powers are vested in a small body of men.
moving swiftly
From this reading PETERSEN'S SIN The first news of the committee's failing confidence that reached Tom's ears he discredited as being one of the rumors that are always flying about when large powers are vested in a small body of men.
Foley's
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From this reading He thought immediately of treachery on Foley's part, but in his hot remarks to the union he made no mention of his suspicions; he knew the boomerang quality of an accusation he could not prove.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading That the strike could fail was too preposterous for his belief.
produced by or subjected to forcing
From this reading But when the committee was forced to admit in open meeting that its courage was waning, Tom, astounded, had to accept what but yesterday he had discredited.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading But when the committee was forced to admit in open meeting that its courage was waning, Tom, astounded, had to accept what but yesterday he had discredited.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading PETERSEN'S SIN The first news of the committee's failing confidence that reached Tom's ears he discredited as being one of the rumors that are always flying about when large powers are vested in a small body of men.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading That the strike could fail was too preposterous for his belief.
used of physical heat; having a high or higher than desirable temperature or giving off heat or feeling or causing a sensation of heat or burning
From this reading He thought immediately of treachery on Foley's part, but in his hot remarks to the union he made no mention of his suspicions; he knew the boomerang quality of an accusation he could not prove.
without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening
From this reading He thought immediately of treachery on Foley's part, but in his hot remarks to the union he made no mention of his suspicions; he knew the boomerang quality of an accusation he could not prove.
not capable of occurring or being accomplished or dealt with
From this reading Later, when he went over the situation with cool brain, he saw that treachery was impossible.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading PETERSEN'S SIN The first news of the committee's failing confidence that reached Tom's ears he discredited as being one of the rumors that are always flying about when large powers are vested in a small body of men.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading But when the committee was forced to admit in open meeting that its courage was waning, Tom, astounded, had to accept what but yesterday he had discredited.
inflected form of “know” — be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading He thought immediately of treachery on Foley's part, but in his hot remarks to the union he made no mention of his suspicions; he knew the boomerang quality of an accusation he could not prove.
largeadjectiveUS /lɑːrdʒ/
above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading PETERSEN'S SIN The first news of the committee's failing confidence that reached Tom's ears he discredited as being one of the rumors that are always flying about when large powers are vested in a small body of men.
happening at a time subsequent to a reference time
From this reading Later, when he went over the situation with cool brain, he saw that treachery was impossible.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading He thought immediately of treachery on Foley's part, but in his hot remarks to the union he made no mention of his suspicions; he knew the boomerang quality of an accusation he could not prove.
a formally arranged gathering
From this reading But when the committee was forced to admit in open meeting that its courage was waning, Tom, astounded, had to accept what but yesterday he had discredited.
the force of workers available
From this reading PETERSEN'S SIN The first news of the committee's failing confidence that reached Tom's ears he discredited as being one of the rumors that are always flying about when large powers are vested in a small body of men.
make reference to
From this reading He thought immediately of treachery on Foley's part, but in his hot remarks to the union he made no mention of his suspicions; he knew the boomerang quality of an accusation he could not prove.
information about recent and important events
From this reading PETERSEN'S SIN The first news of the committee's failing confidence that reached Tom's ears he discredited as being one of the rumors that are always flying about when large powers are vested in a small body of men.
not any; not one
From this reading He thought immediately of treachery on Foley's part, but in his hot remarks to the union he made no mention of his suspicions; he knew the boomerang quality of an accusation he could not prove.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading He thought immediately of treachery on Foley's part, but in his hot remarks to the union he made no mention of his suspicions; he knew the boomerang quality of an accusation he could not prove.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading PETERSEN'S SIN The first news of the committee's failing confidence that reached Tom's ears he discredited as being one of the rumors that are always flying about when large powers are vested in a small body of men.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading He thought immediately of treachery on Foley's part, but in his hot remarks to the union he made no mention of his suspicions; he knew the boomerang quality of an accusation he could not prove.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading PETERSEN'S SIN The first news of the committee's failing confidence that reached Tom's ears he discredited as being one of the rumors that are always flying about when large powers are vested in a small body of men.
To move from a closed position.
From this reading But when the committee was forced to admit in open meeting that its courage was waning, Tom, astounded, had to accept what but yesterday he had discredited.
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading Later, when he went over the situation with cool brain, he saw that treachery was impossible.
something determined in relation to something that includes it
From this reading He thought immediately of treachery on Foley's part, but in his hot remarks to the union he made no mention of his suspicions; he knew the boomerang quality of an accusation he could not prove.
PETERSEN'S
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading PETERSEN'S SIN The first news of the committee's failing confidence that reached Tom's ears he discredited as being one of the rumors that are always flying about when large powers are vested in a small body of men.
plural of “power” — possession of controlling influence
From this reading PETERSEN'S SIN The first news of the committee's failing confidence that reached Tom's ears he discredited as being one of the rumors that are always flying about when large powers are vested in a small body of men.
preposterousadjectiveUS /prɪˈpɑːstərəs/
so unreasonable as to invite derision
From this reading That the strike could fail was too preposterous for his belief.
be shown or be found to be
From this reading He thought immediately of treachery on Foley's part, but in his hot remarks to the union he made no mention of his suspicions; he knew the boomerang quality of an accusation he could not prove.
an essential and distinguishing attribute of something or someone
From this reading He thought immediately of treachery on Foley's part, but in his hot remarks to the union he made no mention of his suspicions; he knew the boomerang quality of an accusation he could not prove.
past form of “reach” — reach a destination, either real or abstract
From this reading PETERSEN'S SIN The first news of the committee's failing confidence that reached Tom's ears he discredited as being one of the rumors that are always flying about when large powers are vested in a small body of men.
plural of “remark” — a statement that expresses a personal opinion or belief or adds information
From this reading He thought immediately of treachery on Foley's part, but in his hot remarks to the union he made no mention of his suspicions; he knew the boomerang quality of an accusation he could not prove.
rumorsnounUS /ˈruːmərz/
plural of “rumor” — gossip (usually a mixture of truth and untruth) passed around by word of mouth
From this reading PETERSEN'S SIN The first news of the committee's failing confidence that reached Tom's ears he discredited as being one of the rumors that are always flying about when large powers are vested in a small body of men.
cut with a saw
From this reading Later, when he went over the situation with cool brain, he saw that treachery was impossible.
estrangement from god
From this reading PETERSEN'S SIN The first news of the committee's failing confidence that reached Tom's ears he discredited as being one of the rumors that are always flying about when large powers are vested in a small body of men.
the general state of things; the combination of circumstances at a given time
From this reading Later, when he went over the situation with cool brain, he saw that treachery was impossible.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading PETERSEN'S SIN The first news of the committee's failing confidence that reached Tom's ears he discredited as being one of the rumors that are always flying about when large powers are vested in a small body of men.
deliver a sharp blow, as with the hand, fist, or weapon
From this reading That the strike could fail was too preposterous for his belief.
suspicionsnounUS /səˈspɪʃənz/
plural of “suspicion” — an impression that something might be the case
From this reading He thought immediately of treachery on Foley's part, but in his hot remarks to the union he made no mention of his suspicions; he knew the boomerang quality of an accusation he could not prove.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading PETERSEN'S SIN The first news of the committee's failing confidence that reached Tom's ears he discredited as being one of the rumors that are always flying about when large powers are vested in a small body of men.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading PETERSEN'S SIN The first news of the committee's failing confidence that reached Tom's ears he discredited as being one of the rumors that are always flying about when large powers are vested in a small body of men.
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading He thought immediately of treachery on Foley's part, but in his hot remarks to the union he made no mention of his suspicions; he knew the boomerang quality of an accusation he could not prove.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading But when the committee was forced to admit in open meeting that its courage was waning, Tom, astounded, had to accept what but yesterday he had discredited.
male cat
From this reading But when the committee was forced to admit in open meeting that its courage was waning, Tom, astounded, had to accept what but yesterday he had discredited.
Tom'snounUS /tɑːmz/
possessive form of “tom” — male cat
From this reading PETERSEN'S SIN The first news of the committee's failing confidence that reached Tom's ears he discredited as being one of the rumors that are always flying about when large powers are vested in a small body of men.
to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits
From this reading That the strike could fail was too preposterous for his belief.
treacherynounUS /ˈtretʃ.ər.i/
Betrayal of trust; deceptive action or disloyalty against a host or ally.
From this reading He thought immediately of treachery on Foley's part, but in his hot remarks to the union he made no mention of his suspicions; he knew the boomerang quality of an accusation he could not prove.
an organization of employees formed to bargain with the employer
From this reading He thought immediately of treachery on Foley's part, but in his hot remarks to the union he made no mention of his suspicions; he knew the boomerang quality of an accusation he could not prove.
vestedadjectiveUS /ˈvestɪd/
fixed and absolute and without contingency
From this reading PETERSEN'S SIN The first news of the committee's failing confidence that reached Tom's ears he discredited as being one of the rumors that are always flying about when large powers are vested in a small body of men.
waningnounUS /ˈweɪnɪŋ/
a gradual decrease in magnitude or extent
From this reading But when the committee was forced to admit in open meeting that its courage was waning, Tom, astounded, had to accept what but yesterday he had discredited.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading That the strike could fail was too preposterous for his belief.
inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading Later, when he went over the situation with cool brain, he saw that treachery was impossible.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading But when the committee was forced to admit in open meeting that its courage was waning, Tom, astounded, had to accept what but yesterday he had discredited.
at the time that
From this reading PETERSEN'S SIN The first news of the committee's failing confidence that reached Tom's ears he discredited as being one of the rumors that are always flying about when large powers are vested in a small body of men.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Later, when he went over the situation with cool brain, he saw that treachery was impossible.
the day immediately before today
From this reading But when the committee was forced to admit in open meeting that its courage was waning, Tom, astounded, had to accept what but yesterday he had discredited.
