used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading IN PRACTICE There was a crisping tang in the air.
a mixture of gases (especially oxygen) required for breathing; the stuff that the wind consists of
From this reading IN PRACTICE There was a crisping tang in the air.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The wind had in it just the hint of winter, but the sun shone bravely down and glinted on the green grass of the football field--a field marked off in white lines, so meaningless to one not familiar with the game, yet so full of meaning to a player.
anticipationnounUS /ænˌtɪsəˈpeɪʃən/
an expectation
From this reading The grass seemed to shiver in the breeze, as if in anticipation of the struggles it would soon have to bear.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading The grass seemed to shiver in the breeze, as if in anticipation of the struggles it would soon have to bear.
atomnounUS /ˈætəm/
(physics and chemistry) the smallest component of an element having the chemical properties of the element
From this reading Soon what a struggle there would be to cross those same white lines--especially the last, whereon were the goal posts, and to gain which every last ounce of strength, every atom of breath, every nerve and sinew that could be urged to lend speed to the runner would be called upon to do the utmost that the ball might be shoved over for a touchdown.
round object that is hit or thrown or kicked in games
From this reading Soon what a struggle there would be to cross those same white lines--especially the last, whereon were the goal posts, and to gain which every last ounce of strength, every atom of breath, every nerve and sinew that could be urged to lend speed to the runner would be called upon to do the utmost that the ball might be shoved over for a touchdown.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Soon what a struggle there would be to cross those same white lines--especially the last, whereon were the goal posts, and to gain which every last ounce of strength, every atom of breath, every nerve and sinew that could be urged to lend speed to the runner would be called upon to do the utmost that the ball might be shoved over for a touchdown.
have
From this reading The grass seemed to shiver in the breeze, as if in anticipation of the struggles it would soon have to bear.
bravelyadverbUS /ˈbreɪvli/
in a courageous manner
From this reading The wind had in it just the hint of winter, but the sun shone bravely down and glinted on the green grass of the football field--a field marked off in white lines, so meaningless to one not familiar with the game, yet so full of meaning to a player.
the process of taking in and expelling air during breathing
From this reading Soon what a struggle there would be to cross those same white lines--especially the last, whereon were the goal posts, and to gain which every last ounce of strength, every atom of breath, every nerve and sinew that could be urged to lend speed to the runner would be called upon to do the utmost that the ball might be shoved over for a touchdown.
a slight wind (usually refreshing)
From this reading The grass seemed to shiver in the breeze, as if in anticipation of the struggles it would soon have to bear.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading The wind had in it just the hint of winter, but the sun shone bravely down and glinted on the green grass of the football field--a field marked off in white lines, so meaningless to one not familiar with the game, yet so full of meaning to a player.
past form of “call” — assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading Soon what a struggle there would be to cross those same white lines--especially the last, whereon were the goal posts, and to gain which every last ounce of strength, every atom of breath, every nerve and sinew that could be urged to lend speed to the runner would be called upon to do the utmost that the ball might be shoved over for a touchdown.
the body of faculty and students of a college
From this reading Now, however, the gridiron of Randall College lay peaceful and quiet under the October sun.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading Soon what a struggle there would be to cross those same white lines--especially the last, whereon were the goal posts, and to gain which every last ounce of strength, every atom of breath, every nerve and sinew that could be urged to lend speed to the runner would be called upon to do the utmost that the ball might be shoved over for a touchdown.
crisping
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From this reading IN PRACTICE There was a crisping tang in the air.
travel across or pass over
From this reading Soon what a struggle there would be to cross those same white lines--especially the last, whereon were the goal posts, and to gain which every last ounce of strength, every atom of breath, every nerve and sinew that could be urged to lend speed to the runner would be called upon to do the utmost that the ball might be shoved over for a touchdown.
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading Soon what a struggle there would be to cross those same white lines--especially the last, whereon were the goal posts, and to gain which every last ounce of strength, every atom of breath, every nerve and sinew that could be urged to lend speed to the runner would be called upon to do the utmost that the ball might be shoved over for a touchdown.
being or moving lower in position or less in some value
From this reading The wind had in it just the hint of winter, but the sun shone bravely down and glinted on the green grass of the football field--a field marked off in white lines, so meaningless to one not familiar with the game, yet so full of meaning to a player.
to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common
From this reading Soon what a struggle there would be to cross those same white lines--especially the last, whereon were the goal posts, and to gain which every last ounce of strength, every atom of breath, every nerve and sinew that could be urged to lend speed to the runner would be called upon to do the utmost that the ball might be shoved over for a touchdown.
everydeterminerUS /ˈevəri/
all the members of a group, with none left out
From this reading Soon what a struggle there would be to cross those same white lines--especially the last, whereon were the goal posts, and to gain which every last ounce of strength, every atom of breath, every nerve and sinew that could be urged to lend speed to the runner would be called upon to do the utmost that the ball might be shoved over for a touchdown.
well known or easily recognized
From this reading The wind had in it just the hint of winter, but the sun shone bravely down and glinted on the green grass of the football field--a field marked off in white lines, so meaningless to one not familiar with the game, yet so full of meaning to a player.
a piece of land cleared of trees and usually enclosed
From this reading The wind had in it just the hint of winter, but the sun shone bravely down and glinted on the green grass of the football field--a field marked off in white lines, so meaningless to one not familiar with the game, yet so full of meaning to a player.
footballnounUS /ˈfʊtbɔːl/
any of various games played with a ball (round or oval) in which two teams try to kick or carry or propel the ball into each other's goal
From this reading The wind had in it just the hint of winter, but the sun shone bravely down and glinted on the green grass of the football field--a field marked off in white lines, so meaningless to one not familiar with the game, yet so full of meaning to a player.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Soon what a struggle there would be to cross those same white lines--especially the last, whereon were the goal posts, and to gain which every last ounce of strength, every atom of breath, every nerve and sinew that could be urged to lend speed to the runner would be called upon to do the utmost that the ball might be shoved over for a touchdown.
containing as much or as many as is possible or normal
From this reading The wind had in it just the hint of winter, but the sun shone bravely down and glinted on the green grass of the football field--a field marked off in white lines, so meaningless to one not familiar with the game, yet so full of meaning to a player.
obtain
From this reading Soon what a struggle there would be to cross those same white lines--especially the last, whereon were the goal posts, and to gain which every last ounce of strength, every atom of breath, every nerve and sinew that could be urged to lend speed to the runner would be called upon to do the utmost that the ball might be shoved over for a touchdown.
a contest with rules to determine a winner
From this reading The wind had in it just the hint of winter, but the sun shone bravely down and glinted on the green grass of the football field--a field marked off in white lines, so meaningless to one not familiar with the game, yet so full of meaning to a player.
glinted
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From this reading The wind had in it just the hint of winter, but the sun shone bravely down and glinted on the green grass of the football field--a field marked off in white lines, so meaningless to one not familiar with the game, yet so full of meaning to a player.
goalnounUS /ɡoʊl/
the state of affairs that a plan is intended to achieve and that (when achieved) terminates behavior intended to achieve it
From this reading Soon what a struggle there would be to cross those same white lines--especially the last, whereon were the goal posts, and to gain which every last ounce of strength, every atom of breath, every nerve and sinew that could be urged to lend speed to the runner would be called upon to do the utmost that the ball might be shoved over for a touchdown.
shoot down, of birds
From this reading The wind had in it just the hint of winter, but the sun shone bravely down and glinted on the green grass of the football field--a field marked off in white lines, so meaningless to one not familiar with the game, yet so full of meaning to a player.
green color or pigment; resembling the color of growing grass
From this reading The wind had in it just the hint of winter, but the sun shone bravely down and glinted on the green grass of the football field--a field marked off in white lines, so meaningless to one not familiar with the game, yet so full of meaning to a player.
gridironnounUS /ˈɡrɪdaɪərn/
a cooking utensil of parallel metal bars; used to grill fish or meat
From this reading Now, however, the gridiron of Randall College lay peaceful and quiet under the October sun.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading The wind had in it just the hint of winter, but the sun shone bravely down and glinted on the green grass of the football field--a field marked off in white lines, so meaningless to one not familiar with the game, yet so full of meaning to a player.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading The grass seemed to shiver in the breeze, as if in anticipation of the struggles it would soon have to bear.
an indirect suggestion
From this reading The wind had in it just the hint of winter, but the sun shone bravely down and glinted on the green grass of the football field--a field marked off in white lines, so meaningless to one not familiar with the game, yet so full of meaning to a player.
used to add a contrasting statement
From this reading Now, however, the gridiron of Randall College lay peaceful and quiet under the October sun.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading The grass seemed to shiver in the breeze, as if in anticipation of the struggles it would soon have to bear.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading IN PRACTICE There was a crisping tang in the air.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading The wind had in it just the hint of winter, but the sun shone bravely down and glinted on the green grass of the football field--a field marked off in white lines, so meaningless to one not familiar with the game, yet so full of meaning to a player.
and nothing more
From this reading The wind had in it just the hint of winter, but the sun shone bravely down and glinted on the green grass of the football field--a field marked off in white lines, so meaningless to one not familiar with the game, yet so full of meaning to a player.
immediately past
From this reading Soon what a struggle there would be to cross those same white lines--especially the last, whereon were the goal posts, and to gain which every last ounce of strength, every atom of breath, every nerve and sinew that could be urged to lend speed to the runner would be called upon to do the utmost that the ball might be shoved over for a touchdown.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading Now, however, the gridiron of Randall College lay peaceful and quiet under the October sun.
lendverbUS /lend/
bestow a quality on
From this reading Soon what a struggle there would be to cross those same white lines--especially the last, whereon were the goal posts, and to gain which every last ounce of strength, every atom of breath, every nerve and sinew that could be urged to lend speed to the runner would be called upon to do the utmost that the ball might be shoved over for a touchdown.
plural of “line” — a formation of people or things one beside another
From this reading The wind had in it just the hint of winter, but the sun shone bravely down and glinted on the green grass of the football field--a field marked off in white lines, so meaningless to one not familiar with the game, yet so full of meaning to a player.
strongly marked; easily noticeable
From this reading The wind had in it just the hint of winter, but the sun shone bravely down and glinted on the green grass of the football field--a field marked off in white lines, so meaningless to one not familiar with the game, yet so full of meaning to a player.
the message that is intended or expressed or signified
From this reading The wind had in it just the hint of winter, but the sun shone bravely down and glinted on the green grass of the football field--a field marked off in white lines, so meaningless to one not familiar with the game, yet so full of meaning to a player.
meaninglessadjectiveUS /ˈmiːnɪŋləs/
having no meaning or direction or purpose
From this reading The wind had in it just the hint of winter, but the sun shone bravely down and glinted on the green grass of the football field--a field marked off in white lines, so meaningless to one not familiar with the game, yet so full of meaning to a player.
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading Soon what a struggle there would be to cross those same white lines--especially the last, whereon were the goal posts, and to gain which every last ounce of strength, every atom of breath, every nerve and sinew that could be urged to lend speed to the runner would be called upon to do the utmost that the ball might be shoved over for a touchdown.
nervenounUS /nɜːrv/
any bundle of nerve fibers running to various organs and tissues of the body
From this reading Soon what a struggle there would be to cross those same white lines--especially the last, whereon were the goal posts, and to gain which every last ounce of strength, every atom of breath, every nerve and sinew that could be urged to lend speed to the runner would be called upon to do the utmost that the ball might be shoved over for a touchdown.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading The wind had in it just the hint of winter, but the sun shone bravely down and glinted on the green grass of the football field--a field marked off in white lines, so meaningless to one not familiar with the game, yet so full of meaning to a player.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading Now, however, the gridiron of Randall College lay peaceful and quiet under the October sun.
OctobernounUS /ɑːkˈtoʊbər/
the month following September and preceding November
From this reading Now, however, the gridiron of Randall College lay peaceful and quiet under the October sun.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading The wind had in it just the hint of winter, but the sun shone bravely down and glinted on the green grass of the football field--a field marked off in white lines, so meaningless to one not familiar with the game, yet so full of meaning to a player.
from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)
From this reading The wind had in it just the hint of winter, but the sun shone bravely down and glinted on the green grass of the football field--a field marked off in white lines, so meaningless to one not familiar with the game, yet so full of meaning to a player.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading The wind had in it just the hint of winter, but the sun shone bravely down and glinted on the green grass of the football field--a field marked off in white lines, so meaningless to one not familiar with the game, yet so full of meaning to a player.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading The wind had in it just the hint of winter, but the sun shone bravely down and glinted on the green grass of the football field--a field marked off in white lines, so meaningless to one not familiar with the game, yet so full of meaning to a player.
ouncenounUS /aʊns/
a unit of apothecary weight equal to 480 grains or one twelfth of a troy pound
From this reading Soon what a struggle there would be to cross those same white lines--especially the last, whereon were the goal posts, and to gain which every last ounce of strength, every atom of breath, every nerve and sinew that could be urged to lend speed to the runner would be called upon to do the utmost that the ball might be shoved over for a touchdown.
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading Soon what a struggle there would be to cross those same white lines--especially the last, whereon were the goal posts, and to gain which every last ounce of strength, every atom of breath, every nerve and sinew that could be urged to lend speed to the runner would be called upon to do the utmost that the ball might be shoved over for a touchdown.
peacefuladjectiveUS /ˈpiːsfəl/
not disturbed by strife or turmoil or war
From this reading Now, however, the gridiron of Randall College lay peaceful and quiet under the October sun.
playernounUS /ˈpleɪər/
a person who participates in or is skilled at some game
From this reading The wind had in it just the hint of winter, but the sun shone bravely down and glinted on the green grass of the football field--a field marked off in white lines, so meaningless to one not familiar with the game, yet so full of meaning to a player.
postsnounUS /poʊsts/
plural of “post” — the position where someone (as a guard or sentry) stands or is assigned to stand
From this reading Soon what a struggle there would be to cross those same white lines--especially the last, whereon were the goal posts, and to gain which every last ounce of strength, every atom of breath, every nerve and sinew that could be urged to lend speed to the runner would be called upon to do the utmost that the ball might be shoved over for a touchdown.
a customary way of operation or behavior
From this reading IN PRACTICE There was a crisping tang in the air.
quietadjectiveUS /ˈkwaɪət/
characterized by an absence or near absence of agitation or activity
From this reading Now, however, the gridiron of Randall College lay peaceful and quiet under the October sun.
Randall
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From this reading Now, however, the gridiron of Randall College lay peaceful and quiet under the October sun.
runnernounUS /ˈrʌnər/
someone who imports or exports without paying duties
From this reading Soon what a struggle there would be to cross those same white lines--especially the last, whereon were the goal posts, and to gain which every last ounce of strength, every atom of breath, every nerve and sinew that could be urged to lend speed to the runner would be called upon to do the utmost that the ball might be shoved over for a touchdown.
Identical; not different.
From this reading Soon what a struggle there would be to cross those same white lines--especially the last, whereon were the goal posts, and to gain which every last ounce of strength, every atom of breath, every nerve and sinew that could be urged to lend speed to the runner would be called upon to do the utmost that the ball might be shoved over for a touchdown.
past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading The grass seemed to shiver in the breeze, as if in anticipation of the struggles it would soon have to bear.
shiververbUS /ˈʃɪvər/
tremble convulsively, as from fear or excitement
From this reading The grass seemed to shiver in the breeze, as if in anticipation of the struggles it would soon have to bear.
inflected form of “shine” — be bright by reflecting or casting light
From this reading The wind had in it just the hint of winter, but the sun shone bravely down and glinted on the green grass of the football field--a field marked off in white lines, so meaningless to one not familiar with the game, yet so full of meaning to a player.
shovedverbUS /ʃʌvd/
past form of “shove” — come into rough contact with while moving
From this reading Soon what a struggle there would be to cross those same white lines--especially the last, whereon were the goal posts, and to gain which every last ounce of strength, every atom of breath, every nerve and sinew that could be urged to lend speed to the runner would be called upon to do the utmost that the ball might be shoved over for a touchdown.
sinewnoun
a cord or band of inelastic tissue connecting a muscle with its bony attachment
From this reading Soon what a struggle there would be to cross those same white lines--especially the last, whereon were the goal posts, and to gain which every last ounce of strength, every atom of breath, every nerve and sinew that could be urged to lend speed to the runner would be called upon to do the utmost that the ball might be shoved over for a touchdown.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading The wind had in it just the hint of winter, but the sun shone bravely down and glinted on the green grass of the football field--a field marked off in white lines, so meaningless to one not familiar with the game, yet so full of meaning to a player.
in the near future
From this reading Soon what a struggle there would be to cross those same white lines--especially the last, whereon were the goal posts, and to gain which every last ounce of strength, every atom of breath, every nerve and sinew that could be urged to lend speed to the runner would be called upon to do the utmost that the ball might be shoved over for a touchdown.
move hurridly
From this reading Soon what a struggle there would be to cross those same white lines--especially the last, whereon were the goal posts, and to gain which every last ounce of strength, every atom of breath, every nerve and sinew that could be urged to lend speed to the runner would be called upon to do the utmost that the ball might be shoved over for a touchdown.
the property of being physically or mentally strong
From this reading Soon what a struggle there would be to cross those same white lines--especially the last, whereon were the goal posts, and to gain which every last ounce of strength, every atom of breath, every nerve and sinew that could be urged to lend speed to the runner would be called upon to do the utmost that the ball might be shoved over for a touchdown.
make a strenuous or labored effort
From this reading Soon what a struggle there would be to cross those same white lines--especially the last, whereon were the goal posts, and to gain which every last ounce of strength, every atom of breath, every nerve and sinew that could be urged to lend speed to the runner would be called upon to do the utmost that the ball might be shoved over for a touchdown.
strugglesnounUS /ˈstrʌɡəlz/
plural of “struggle” — an energetic attempt to achieve something
From this reading The grass seemed to shiver in the breeze, as if in anticipation of the struggles it would soon have to bear.
the star that is the source of light and heat for the planets in the solar system
From this reading The wind had in it just the hint of winter, but the sun shone bravely down and glinted on the green grass of the football field--a field marked off in white lines, so meaningless to one not familiar with the game, yet so full of meaning to a player.
tangnounUS /tæŋ/
a tart spicy quality
From this reading IN PRACTICE There was a crisping tang in the air.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Soon what a struggle there would be to cross those same white lines--especially the last, whereon were the goal posts, and to gain which every last ounce of strength, every atom of breath, every nerve and sinew that could be urged to lend speed to the runner would be called upon to do the utmost that the ball might be shoved over for a touchdown.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading IN PRACTICE There was a crisping tang in the air.
in or at that place or location
From this reading IN PRACTICE There was a crisping tang in the air.
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading Soon what a struggle there would be to cross those same white lines--especially the last, whereon were the goal posts, and to gain which every last ounce of strength, every atom of breath, every nerve and sinew that could be urged to lend speed to the runner would be called upon to do the utmost that the ball might be shoved over for a touchdown.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading The wind had in it just the hint of winter, but the sun shone bravely down and glinted on the green grass of the football field--a field marked off in white lines, so meaningless to one not familiar with the game, yet so full of meaning to a player.
touchdownnounUS /ˈtʌtʃdaʊn/
a score in American football; being in possession of the ball across the opponents' goal line
From this reading Soon what a struggle there would be to cross those same white lines--especially the last, whereon were the goal posts, and to gain which every last ounce of strength, every atom of breath, every nerve and sinew that could be urged to lend speed to the runner would be called upon to do the utmost that the ball might be shoved over for a touchdown.
underprepositionUS /ˈʌndər/
below or beneath something; less than
From this reading Now, however, the gridiron of Randall College lay peaceful and quiet under the October sun.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading Soon what a struggle there would be to cross those same white lines--especially the last, whereon were the goal posts, and to gain which every last ounce of strength, every atom of breath, every nerve and sinew that could be urged to lend speed to the runner would be called upon to do the utmost that the ball might be shoved over for a touchdown.
past form of “urge” — force or impel in an indicated direction
From this reading Soon what a struggle there would be to cross those same white lines--especially the last, whereon were the goal posts, and to gain which every last ounce of strength, every atom of breath, every nerve and sinew that could be urged to lend speed to the runner would be called upon to do the utmost that the ball might be shoved over for a touchdown.
of the greatest possible degree or extent or intensity
From this reading Soon what a struggle there would be to cross those same white lines--especially the last, whereon were the goal posts, and to gain which every last ounce of strength, every atom of breath, every nerve and sinew that could be urged to lend speed to the runner would be called upon to do the utmost that the ball might be shoved over for a touchdown.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading IN PRACTICE There was a crisping tang in the air.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Soon what a struggle there would be to cross those same white lines--especially the last, whereon were the goal posts, and to gain which every last ounce of strength, every atom of breath, every nerve and sinew that could be urged to lend speed to the runner would be called upon to do the utmost that the ball might be shoved over for a touchdown.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading Soon what a struggle there would be to cross those same white lines--especially the last, whereon were the goal posts, and to gain which every last ounce of strength, every atom of breath, every nerve and sinew that could be urged to lend speed to the runner would be called upon to do the utmost that the ball might be shoved over for a touchdown.
whereon
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From this reading Soon what a struggle there would be to cross those same white lines--especially the last, whereon were the goal posts, and to gain which every last ounce of strength, every atom of breath, every nerve and sinew that could be urged to lend speed to the runner would be called upon to do the utmost that the ball might be shoved over for a touchdown.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading Soon what a struggle there would be to cross those same white lines--especially the last, whereon were the goal posts, and to gain which every last ounce of strength, every atom of breath, every nerve and sinew that could be urged to lend speed to the runner would be called upon to do the utmost that the ball might be shoved over for a touchdown.
a Caucasian
From this reading The wind had in it just the hint of winter, but the sun shone bravely down and glinted on the green grass of the football field--a field marked off in white lines, so meaningless to one not familiar with the game, yet so full of meaning to a player.
air moving (sometimes with considerable force) from an area of high pressure to an area of low pressure
From this reading The wind had in it just the hint of winter, but the sun shone bravely down and glinted on the green grass of the football field--a field marked off in white lines, so meaningless to one not familiar with the game, yet so full of meaning to a player.
the coldest season of the year; in the northern hemisphere it extends from the winter solstice to the vernal equinox
From this reading The wind had in it just the hint of winter, but the sun shone bravely down and glinted on the green grass of the football field--a field marked off in white lines, so meaningless to one not familiar with the game, yet so full of meaning to a player.
in the company of; together with
From this reading The wind had in it just the hint of winter, but the sun shone bravely down and glinted on the green grass of the football field--a field marked off in white lines, so meaningless to one not familiar with the game, yet so full of meaning to a player.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading Soon what a struggle there would be to cross those same white lines--especially the last, whereon were the goal posts, and to gain which every last ounce of strength, every atom of breath, every nerve and sinew that could be urged to lend speed to the runner would be called upon to do the utmost that the ball might be shoved over for a touchdown.
but in spite of that
From this reading The wind had in it just the hint of winter, but the sun shone bravely down and glinted on the green grass of the football field--a field marked off in white lines, so meaningless to one not familiar with the game, yet so full of meaning to a player.
