Chapter XXIII

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

From this reading THE LURE OF THE STEEL RUNNERS The lecture was a huge success.

happening at a time subsequent to a reference time

From this reading For several days afterwards it was a matter of congratulation among the boys belonging to the Junior Department that they were given an opportunity to hear such treats through the coming winter season.

in the middle of; surrounded by

From this reading Even such restless fellows as Nat and Dit sat spellbound while the gentleman told of the wonderful things he had seen amidst the polar ice; and they held their breath with awe when he described the dangers he and his daring comrades had faced at the time they found themselves lost in the frozen wastes.

surrounded by; in the middle of a group

From this reading For several days afterwards it was a matter of congratulation among the boys belonging to the Junior Department that they were given an opportunity to hear such treats through the coming winter season.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading For several days afterwards it was a matter of congratulation among the boys belonging to the Junior Department that they were given an opportunity to hear such treats through the coming winter season.

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

From this reading Even such restless fellows as Nat and Dit sat spellbound while the gentleman told of the wonderful things he had seen amidst the polar ice; and they held their breath with awe when he described the dangers he and his daring comrades had faced at the time they found themselves lost in the frozen wastes.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading Those who were fortunate enough to be present gave a vote of thanks to the committee that had been energetic enough to procure the services of the famous Arctic explorer without any cost to the association.

the regions to the north of the Arctic Circle centered on the North Pole

From this reading Those who were fortunate enough to be present gave a vote of thanks to the committee that had been energetic enough to procure the services of the famous Arctic explorer without any cost to the association.

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

From this reading Even such restless fellows as Nat and Dit sat spellbound while the gentleman told of the wonderful things he had seen amidst the polar ice; and they held their breath with awe when he described the dangers he and his daring comrades had faced at the time they found themselves lost in the frozen wastes.

a formal organization of people or groups of people

From this reading Those who were fortunate enough to be present gave a vote of thanks to the committee that had been energetic enough to procure the services of the famous Arctic explorer without any cost to the association.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Even such restless fellows as Nat and Dit sat spellbound while the gentleman told of the wonderful things he had seen amidst the polar ice; and they held their breath with awe when he described the dangers he and his daring comrades had faced at the time they found themselves lost in the frozen wastes.

an overwhelming feeling of wonder or admiration

From this reading Even such restless fellows as Nat and Dit sat spellbound while the gentleman told of the wonderful things he had seen amidst the polar ice; and they held their breath with awe when he described the dangers he and his daring comrades had faced at the time they found themselves lost in the frozen wastes.

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

From this reading Those who were fortunate enough to be present gave a vote of thanks to the committee that had been energetic enough to procure the services of the famous Arctic explorer without any cost to the association.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Those who were fortunate enough to be present gave a vote of thanks to the committee that had been energetic enough to procure the services of the famous Arctic explorer without any cost to the association.

happiness felt in a secure relationship

From this reading For several days afterwards it was a matter of congratulation among the boys belonging to the Junior Department that they were given an opportunity to hear such treats through the coming winter season.

plural of “boy” — a youthful male person

From this reading For several days afterwards it was a matter of congratulation among the boys belonging to the Junior Department that they were given an opportunity to hear such treats through the coming winter season.

the process of taking in and expelling air during breathing

From this reading Even such restless fellows as Nat and Dit sat spellbound while the gentleman told of the wonderful things he had seen amidst the polar ice; and they held their breath with awe when he described the dangers he and his daring comrades had faced at the time they found themselves lost in the frozen wastes.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Of course, there were other meetings, of a purely religious nature--meetings usually led by strong, vigorous Y. M. C. A. leaders who knew exactly how to talk to boys and influence them for good.

a degree on the centigrade scale of temperature

From this reading Of course, there were other meetings, of a purely religious nature--meetings usually led by strong, vigorous Y. M. C. A. leaders who knew exactly how to talk to boys and influence them for good.

the act of drawing spatially closer to something

From this reading For several days afterwards it was a matter of congratulation among the boys belonging to the Junior Department that they were given an opportunity to hear such treats through the coming winter season.

a special group delegated to consider some matter

From this reading Those who were fortunate enough to be present gave a vote of thanks to the committee that had been energetic enough to procure the services of the famous Arctic explorer without any cost to the association.

plural of “comrade” — a friend who is frequently in the company of another

From this reading Even such restless fellows as Nat and Dit sat spellbound while the gentleman told of the wonderful things he had seen amidst the polar ice; and they held their breath with awe when he described the dangers he and his daring comrades had faced at the time they found themselves lost in the frozen wastes.

the act of acknowledging that someone has an occasion for celebration

From this reading For several days afterwards it was a matter of congratulation among the boys belonging to the Junior Department that they were given an opportunity to hear such treats through the coming winter season.

the total spent for goods or services including money and time and labor

From this reading Those who were fortunate enough to be present gave a vote of thanks to the committee that had been energetic enough to procure the services of the famous Arctic explorer without any cost to the association.

education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings

From this reading Of course, there were other meetings, of a purely religious nature--meetings usually led by strong, vigorous Y. M. C. A. leaders who knew exactly how to talk to boys and influence them for good.

plural of “danger” — the condition of being susceptible to harm or injury

From this reading Even such restless fellows as Nat and Dit sat spellbound while the gentleman told of the wonderful things he had seen amidst the polar ice; and they held their breath with awe when he described the dangers he and his daring comrades had faced at the time they found themselves lost in the frozen wastes.

a challenge to do something dangerous or foolhardy

From this reading Even such restless fellows as Nat and Dit sat spellbound while the gentleman told of the wonderful things he had seen amidst the polar ice; and they held their breath with awe when he described the dangers he and his daring comrades had faced at the time they found themselves lost in the frozen wastes.

the time during which someone's life continues

From this reading For several days afterwards it was a matter of congratulation among the boys belonging to the Junior Department that they were given an opportunity to hear such treats through the coming winter season.

a specialized division of a large organization

From this reading For several days afterwards it was a matter of congratulation among the boys belonging to the Junior Department that they were given an opportunity to hear such treats through the coming winter season.

represented in words especially with sharpness and detail

From this reading Even such restless fellows as Nat and Dit sat spellbound while the gentleman told of the wonderful things he had seen amidst the polar ice; and they held their breath with awe when he described the dangers he and his daring comrades had faced at the time they found themselves lost in the frozen wastes.

the shorter of the two telegraphic signals used in Morse code

From this reading Even such restless fellows as Nat and Dit sat spellbound while the gentleman told of the wonderful things he had seen amidst the polar ice; and they held their breath with awe when he described the dangers he and his daring comrades had faced at the time they found themselves lost in the frozen wastes.

possessing or exerting or displaying energy

From this reading Those who were fortunate enough to be present gave a vote of thanks to the committee that had been energetic enough to procure the services of the famous Arctic explorer without any cost to the association.

an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose

From this reading Those who were fortunate enough to be present gave a vote of thanks to the committee that had been energetic enough to procure the services of the famous Arctic explorer without any cost to the association.

divisible by two

From this reading Even such restless fellows as Nat and Dit sat spellbound while the gentleman told of the wonderful things he had seen amidst the polar ice; and they held their breath with awe when he described the dangers he and his daring comrades had faced at the time they found themselves lost in the frozen wastes.

indicating exactness or preciseness

From this reading Of course, there were other meetings, of a purely religious nature--meetings usually led by strong, vigorous Y. M. C. A. leaders who knew exactly how to talk to boys and influence them for good.

someone who travels into little known regions (especially for some scientific purpose)

From this reading Those who were fortunate enough to be present gave a vote of thanks to the committee that had been energetic enough to procure the services of the famous Arctic explorer without any cost to the association.

having a face or facing especially of a specified kind or number; often used in combination

From this reading Even such restless fellows as Nat and Dit sat spellbound while the gentleman told of the wonderful things he had seen amidst the polar ice; and they held their breath with awe when he described the dangers he and his daring comrades had faced at the time they found themselves lost in the frozen wastes.

widely known and esteemed

From this reading Those who were fortunate enough to be present gave a vote of thanks to the committee that had been energetic enough to procure the services of the famous Arctic explorer without any cost to the association.

plural of “fellow” — a boy or man

From this reading Even such restless fellows as Nat and Dit sat spellbound while the gentleman told of the wonderful things he had seen amidst the polar ice; and they held their breath with awe when he described the dangers he and his daring comrades had faced at the time they found themselves lost in the frozen wastes.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading For several days afterwards it was a matter of congratulation among the boys belonging to the Junior Department that they were given an opportunity to hear such treats through the coming winter season.

having unexpected good fortune

From this reading Those who were fortunate enough to be present gave a vote of thanks to the committee that had been energetic enough to procure the services of the famous Arctic explorer without any cost to the association.

set up or found

From this reading Even such restless fellows as Nat and Dit sat spellbound while the gentleman told of the wonderful things he had seen amidst the polar ice; and they held their breath with awe when he described the dangers he and his daring comrades had faced at the time they found themselves lost in the frozen wastes.

turned into ice; affected by freezing or by long and severe cold

From this reading Even such restless fellows as Nat and Dit sat spellbound while the gentleman told of the wonderful things he had seen amidst the polar ice; and they held their breath with awe when he described the dangers he and his daring comrades had faced at the time they found themselves lost in the frozen wastes.

inflected form of “give” — cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense

From this reading Those who were fortunate enough to be present gave a vote of thanks to the committee that had been energetic enough to procure the services of the famous Arctic explorer without any cost to the association.

a man of refinement

From this reading Even such restless fellows as Nat and Dit sat spellbound while the gentleman told of the wonderful things he had seen amidst the polar ice; and they held their breath with awe when he described the dangers he and his daring comrades had faced at the time they found themselves lost in the frozen wastes.

acknowledged as a supposition

From this reading For several days afterwards it was a matter of congratulation among the boys belonging to the Junior Department that they were given an opportunity to hear such treats through the coming winter season.

having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified

From this reading Of course, there were other meetings, of a purely religious nature--meetings usually led by strong, vigorous Y. M. C. A. leaders who knew exactly how to talk to boys and influence them for good.

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

From this reading Those who were fortunate enough to be present gave a vote of thanks to the committee that had been energetic enough to procure the services of the famous Arctic explorer without any cost to the association.

a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading Even such restless fellows as Nat and Dit sat spellbound while the gentleman told of the wonderful things he had seen amidst the polar ice; and they held their breath with awe when he described the dangers he and his daring comrades had faced at the time they found themselves lost in the frozen wastes.

perceive (sound) via the auditory sense

From this reading For several days afterwards it was a matter of congratulation among the boys belonging to the Junior Department that they were given an opportunity to hear such treats through the coming winter season.

occupied or in the control of; often used in combination

From this reading Even such restless fellows as Nat and Dit sat spellbound while the gentleman told of the wonderful things he had seen amidst the polar ice; and they held their breath with awe when he described the dangers he and his daring comrades had faced at the time they found themselves lost in the frozen wastes.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading Even such restless fellows as Nat and Dit sat spellbound while the gentleman told of the wonderful things he had seen amidst the polar ice; and they held their breath with awe when he described the dangers he and his daring comrades had faced at the time they found themselves lost in the frozen wastes.

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From this reading Of course, there were other meetings, of a purely religious nature--meetings usually led by strong, vigorous Y. M. C. A. leaders who knew exactly how to talk to boys and influence them for good.

unusually great in size or amount or degree or especially extent or scope

From this reading THE LURE OF THE STEEL RUNNERS The lecture was a huge success.

water frozen in the solid state

From this reading Even such restless fellows as Nat and Dit sat spellbound while the gentleman told of the wonderful things he had seen amidst the polar ice; and they held their breath with awe when he described the dangers he and his daring comrades had faced at the time they found themselves lost in the frozen wastes.

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

From this reading Even such restless fellows as Nat and Dit sat spellbound while the gentleman told of the wonderful things he had seen amidst the polar ice; and they held their breath with awe when he described the dangers he and his daring comrades had faced at the time they found themselves lost in the frozen wastes.

a power to affect persons or events especially power based on prestige etc

From this reading Of course, there were other meetings, of a purely religious nature--meetings usually led by strong, vigorous Y. M. C. A. leaders who knew exactly how to talk to boys and influence them for good.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading For several days afterwards it was a matter of congratulation among the boys belonging to the Junior Department that they were given an opportunity to hear such treats through the coming winter season.

term of address for a disrespectful and annoying male

From this reading For several days afterwards it was a matter of congratulation among the boys belonging to the Junior Department that they were given an opportunity to hear such treats through the coming winter season.

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 Of course, there were other meetings, of a purely religious nature--meetings usually led by strong, vigorous Y. M. C. A. leaders who knew exactly how to talk to boys and influence them for good.

the body of people who lead a group

From this reading Of course, there were other meetings, of a purely religious nature--meetings usually led by strong, vigorous Y. M. C. A. leaders who knew exactly how to talk to boys and influence them for good.

deliver a lecture or talk

From this reading THE LURE OF THE STEEL RUNNERS The lecture was a huge success.

diode such that light emitted at a p-n junction is proportional to the bias current; color depends on the material used

From this reading Of course, there were other meetings, of a purely religious nature--meetings usually led by strong, vigorous Y. M. C. A. leaders who knew exactly how to talk to boys and influence them for good.

no longer in your possession or control; unable to be found or recovered

From this reading Even such restless fellows as Nat and Dit sat spellbound while the gentleman told of the wonderful things he had seen amidst the polar ice; and they held their breath with awe when he described the dangers he and his daring comrades had faced at the time they found themselves lost in the frozen wastes.

qualities that attract by seeming to promise some kind of reward

From this reading THE LURE OF THE STEEL RUNNERS The lecture was a huge success.

the basic unit of length adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites (approximately 1.094 yards)

From this reading Of course, there were other meetings, of a purely religious nature--meetings usually led by strong, vigorous Y. M. C. A. leaders who knew exactly how to talk to boys and influence them for good.

a vaguely specified concern

From this reading For several days afterwards it was a matter of congratulation among the boys belonging to the Junior Department that they were given an opportunity to hear such treats through the coming winter season.

plural of “meeting” — a formally arranged gathering

From this reading Of course, there were other meetings, of a purely religious nature--meetings usually led by strong, vigorous Y. M. C. A. leaders who knew exactly how to talk to boys and influence them for good.

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From this reading Even such restless fellows as Nat and Dit sat spellbound while the gentleman told of the wonderful things he had seen amidst the polar ice; and they held their breath with awe when he described the dangers he and his daring comrades had faced at the time they found themselves lost in the frozen wastes.

the essential qualities or characteristics by which something is recognized

From this reading Of course, there were other meetings, of a purely religious nature--meetings usually led by strong, vigorous Y. M. C. A. leaders who knew exactly how to talk to boys and influence them for good.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading THE LURE OF THE STEEL RUNNERS The lecture was a huge success.

a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances

From this reading For several days afterwards it was a matter of congratulation among the boys belonging to the Junior Department that they were given an opportunity to hear such treats through the coming winter season.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading Of course, there were other meetings, of a purely religious nature--meetings usually led by strong, vigorous Y. M. C. A. leaders who knew exactly how to talk to boys and influence them for good.

having a pair of equal and opposite charges

From this reading Even such restless fellows as Nat and Dit sat spellbound while the gentleman told of the wonderful things he had seen amidst the polar ice; and they held their breath with awe when he described the dangers he and his daring comrades had faced at the time they found themselves lost in the frozen wastes.

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading Those who were fortunate enough to be present gave a vote of thanks to the committee that had been energetic enough to procure the services of the famous Arctic explorer without any cost to the association.

get by special effort

From this reading Those who were fortunate enough to be present gave a vote of thanks to the committee that had been energetic enough to procure the services of the famous Arctic explorer without any cost to the association.

restricted to something

From this reading Of course, there were other meetings, of a purely religious nature--meetings usually led by strong, vigorous Y. M. C. A. leaders who knew exactly how to talk to boys and influence them for good.

concerned with sacred matters or religion or the church

From this reading Of course, there were other meetings, of a purely religious nature--meetings usually led by strong, vigorous Y. M. C. A. leaders who knew exactly how to talk to boys and influence them for good.

worried and uneasy

From this reading Even such restless fellows as Nat and Dit sat spellbound while the gentleman told of the wonderful things he had seen amidst the polar ice; and they held their breath with awe when he described the dangers he and his daring comrades had faced at the time they found themselves lost in the frozen wastes.

plural of “runner” — someone who imports or exports without paying duties

From this reading THE LURE OF THE STEEL RUNNERS The lecture was a huge success.

the seventh and last day of the week; observed as the Sabbath by Jews and some Christians

From this reading Even such restless fellows as Nat and Dit sat spellbound while the gentleman told of the wonderful things he had seen amidst the polar ice; and they held their breath with awe when he described the dangers he and his daring comrades had faced at the time they found themselves lost in the frozen wastes.

a period of the year marked by special events or activities in some field

From this reading For several days afterwards it was a matter of congratulation among the boys belonging to the Junior Department that they were given an opportunity to hear such treats through the coming winter season.

inflected form of “see” — perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading Even such restless fellows as Nat and Dit sat spellbound while the gentleman told of the wonderful things he had seen amidst the polar ice; and they held their breath with awe when he described the dangers he and his daring comrades had faced at the time they found themselves lost in the frozen wastes.

performance of duties or provision of space and equipment helpful to others

From this reading Those who were fortunate enough to be present gave a vote of thanks to the committee that had been energetic enough to procure the services of the famous Arctic explorer without any cost to the association.

(used with count nouns) of an indefinite number more than 2 or 3 but not many

From this reading For several days afterwards it was a matter of congratulation among the boys belonging to the Junior Department that they were given an opportunity to hear such treats through the coming winter season.

having your attention fixated as though by a spell

From this reading Even such restless fellows as Nat and Dit sat spellbound while the gentleman told of the wonderful things he had seen amidst the polar ice; and they held their breath with awe when he described the dangers he and his daring comrades had faced at the time they found themselves lost in the frozen wastes.

an alloy of iron with small amounts of carbon; widely used in construction; mechanical properties can be varied over a wide range

From this reading THE LURE OF THE STEEL RUNNERS The lecture was a huge success.

having strength or power greater than average or expected

From this reading Of course, there were other meetings, of a purely religious nature--meetings usually led by strong, vigorous Y. M. C. A. leaders who knew exactly how to talk to boys and influence them for good.

an event that accomplishes its intended purpose

From this reading THE LURE OF THE STEEL RUNNERS The lecture was a huge success.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading Even such restless fellows as Nat and Dit sat spellbound while the gentleman told of the wonderful things he had seen amidst the polar ice; and they held their breath with awe when he described the dangers he and his daring comrades had faced at the time they found themselves lost in the frozen wastes.

exchange thoughts; talk with

From this reading Of course, there were other meetings, of a purely religious nature--meetings usually led by strong, vigorous Y. M. C. A. leaders who knew exactly how to talk to boys and influence them for good.

an acknowledgment of appreciation

From this reading Those who were fortunate enough to be present gave a vote of thanks to the committee that had been energetic enough to procure the services of the famous Arctic explorer without any cost to the association.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Those who were fortunate enough to be present gave a vote of thanks to the committee that had been energetic enough to procure the services of the famous Arctic explorer without any cost to the association.

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

From this reading THE LURE OF THE STEEL RUNNERS The lecture was a huge success.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Even such restless fellows as Nat and Dit sat spellbound while the gentleman told of the wonderful things he had seen amidst the polar ice; and they held their breath with awe when he described the dangers he and his daring comrades had faced at the time they found themselves lost in the frozen wastes.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading Of course, there were other meetings, of a purely religious nature--meetings usually led by strong, vigorous Y. M. C. A. leaders who knew exactly how to talk to boys and influence them for good.

used when the people doing the action are also its object

From this reading Even such restless fellows as Nat and Dit sat spellbound while the gentleman told of the wonderful things he had seen amidst the polar ice; and they held their breath with awe when he described the dangers he and his daring comrades had faced at the time they found themselves lost in the frozen wastes.

in or at that place or location

From this reading Of course, there were other meetings, of a purely religious nature--meetings usually led by strong, vigorous Y. M. C. A. leaders who knew exactly how to talk to boys and influence them for good.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading Even such restless fellows as Nat and Dit sat spellbound while the gentleman told of the wonderful things he had seen amidst the polar ice; and they held their breath with awe when he described the dangers he and his daring comrades had faced at the time they found themselves lost in the frozen wastes.

any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)

From this reading Even such restless fellows as Nat and Dit sat spellbound while the gentleman told of the wonderful things he had seen amidst the polar ice; and they held their breath with awe when he described the dangers he and his daring comrades had faced at the time they found themselves lost in the frozen wastes.

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading Those who were fortunate enough to be present gave a vote of thanks to the committee that had been energetic enough to procure the services of the famous Arctic explorer without any cost to the association.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading For several days afterwards it was a matter of congratulation among the boys belonging to the Junior Department that they were given an opportunity to hear such treats through the coming winter season.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading Even such restless fellows as Nat and Dit sat spellbound while the gentleman told of the wonderful things he had seen amidst the polar ice; and they held their breath with awe when he described the dangers he and his daring comrades had faced at the time they found themselves lost in the frozen wastes.

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

From this reading Those who were fortunate enough to be present gave a vote of thanks to the committee that had been energetic enough to procure the services of the famous Arctic explorer without any cost to the association.

inflected form of “tell” — express in words

From this reading Even such restless fellows as Nat and Dit sat spellbound while the gentleman told of the wonderful things he had seen amidst the polar ice; and they held their breath with awe when he described the dangers he and his daring comrades had faced at the time they found themselves lost in the frozen wastes.

plural of “treat” — something considered choice to eat

From this reading For several days afterwards it was a matter of congratulation among the boys belonging to the Junior Department that they were given an opportunity to hear such treats through the coming winter season.

under normal conditions

From this reading Of course, there were other meetings, of a purely religious nature--meetings usually led by strong, vigorous Y. M. C. A. leaders who knew exactly how to talk to boys and influence them for good.

characterized by forceful and energetic action or activity

From this reading Of course, there were other meetings, of a purely religious nature--meetings usually led by strong, vigorous Y. M. C. A. leaders who knew exactly how to talk to boys and influence them for good.

a choice that is made by counting the number of people in favor of each alternative

From this reading Those who were fortunate enough to be present gave a vote of thanks to the committee that had been energetic enough to procure the services of the famous Arctic explorer without any cost to the association.

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

From this reading THE LURE OF THE STEEL RUNNERS The lecture was a huge success.

plural of “waste” — any materials unused and rejected as worthless or unwanted

From this reading Even such restless fellows as Nat and Dit sat spellbound while the gentleman told of the wonderful things he had seen amidst the polar ice; and they held their breath with awe when he described the dangers he and his daring comrades had faced at the time they found themselves lost in the frozen wastes.

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

From this reading Those who were fortunate enough to be present gave a vote of thanks to the committee that had been energetic enough to procure the services of the famous Arctic explorer without any cost to the association.

at the time that

From this reading Even such restless fellows as Nat and Dit sat spellbound while the gentleman told of the wonderful things he had seen amidst the polar ice; and they held their breath with awe when he described the dangers he and his daring comrades had faced at the time they found themselves lost in the frozen wastes.

during the time that

From this reading Even such restless fellows as Nat and Dit sat spellbound while the gentleman told of the wonderful things he had seen amidst the polar ice; and they held their breath with awe when he described the dangers he and his daring comrades had faced at the time they found themselves lost in the frozen wastes.

which person or people

From this reading Those who were fortunate enough to be present gave a vote of thanks to the committee that had been energetic enough to procure the services of the famous Arctic explorer without any cost to the association.

the coldest season of the year; in the northern hemisphere it extends from the winter solstice to the vernal equinox

From this reading For several days afterwards it was a matter of congratulation among the boys belonging to the Junior Department that they were given an opportunity to hear such treats through the coming winter season.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Even such restless fellows as Nat and Dit sat spellbound while the gentleman told of the wonderful things he had seen amidst the polar ice; and they held their breath with awe when he described the dangers he and his daring comrades had faced at the time they found themselves lost in the frozen wastes.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading Those who were fortunate enough to be present gave a vote of thanks to the committee that had been energetic enough to procure the services of the famous Arctic explorer without any cost to the association.

extraordinarily good or great; used especially as intensifiers

From this reading Even such restless fellows as Nat and Dit sat spellbound while the gentleman told of the wonderful things he had seen amidst the polar ice; and they held their breath with awe when he described the dangers he and his daring comrades had faced at the time they found themselves lost in the frozen wastes.

a silvery metallic element that is common in rare-earth minerals; used in magnesium and aluminum alloys

From this reading Of course, there were other meetings, of a purely religious nature--meetings usually led by strong, vigorous Y. M. C. A. leaders who knew exactly how to talk to boys and influence them for good.