Chapter XXV

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

From this reading THE DOWNFALL OF BASSETT SINCE the beginning of the strike, the engineers’ headquarters had remained open continually, and, in addition to the informal meetings during the day, a formal meeting was held every evening to discuss the situation.

a component that is added to something to improve it

From this reading THE DOWNFALL OF BASSETT SINCE the beginning of the strike, the engineers’ headquarters had remained open continually, and, in addition to the informal meetings during the day, a formal meeting was held every evening to discuss the situation.

work in an administrative capacity; supervise or be in charge of

From this reading He had worked wisely and well, and the consequence was that Bassett’s following had melted away so rapidly that Simpson at last felt himself strong enough to administer a stinging warning to the offender.

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From this reading The feeling between these factions had steadily increased in bitterness, and had culminated the evening before, as Stanley had reported to Allan, in an assault by Bassett on one of the oldest engineers in the road’s employ.

in addition

From this reading These meetings, which the firemen also attended, had started out peacefully enough, but two factions had soon developed, one led by Simpson, the special delegate, and the other by Rafe Bassett.

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

From this reading The feeling between these factions had steadily increased in bitterness, and had culminated the evening before, as Stanley had reported to Allan, in an assault by Bassett on one of the oldest engineers in the road’s employ.

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

From this reading THE DOWNFALL OF BASSETT SINCE the beginning of the strike, the engineers’ headquarters had remained open continually, and, in addition to the informal meetings during the day, a formal meeting was held every evening to discuss the situation.

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

From this reading The feeling between these factions had steadily increased in bitterness, and had culminated the evening before, as Stanley had reported to Allan, in an assault by Bassett on one of the oldest engineers in the road’s employ.

close fighting during the culmination of a military attack

From this reading The feeling between these factions had steadily increased in bitterness, and had culminated the evening before, as Stanley had reported to Allan, in an assault by Bassett on one of the oldest engineers in the road’s employ.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading He had worked wisely and well, and the consequence was that Bassett’s following had melted away so rapidly that Simpson at last felt himself strong enough to administer a stinging warning to the offender.

playing or singing with instrumental or vocal accompaniment

From this reading These meetings, which the firemen also attended, had started out peacefully enough, but two factions had soon developed, one led by Simpson, the special delegate, and the other by Rafe Bassett.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading He had worked wisely and well, and the consequence was that Bassett’s following had melted away so rapidly that Simpson at last felt himself strong enough to administer a stinging warning to the offender.

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From this reading THE DOWNFALL OF BASSETT SINCE the beginning of the strike, the engineers’ headquarters had remained open continually, and, in addition to the informal meetings during the day, a formal meeting was held every evening to discuss the situation.

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From this reading Simpson, early recognizing Bassett’s violent and quarrelsome disposition, had foreseen this development, and had lost no opportunity to strengthen himself with the conservative element and to gain its confidence.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading The feeling between these factions had steadily increased in bitterness, and had culminated the evening before, as Stanley had reported to Allan, in an assault by Bassett on one of the oldest engineers in the road’s employ.

the event consisting of the start of something

From this reading THE DOWNFALL OF BASSETT SINCE the beginning of the strike, the engineers’ headquarters had remained open continually, and, in addition to the informal meetings during the day, a formal meeting was held every evening to discuss the situation.

in the space, time, or range separating two things

From this reading The feeling between these factions had steadily increased in bitterness, and had culminated the evening before, as Stanley had reported to Allan, in an assault by Bassett on one of the oldest engineers in the road’s employ.

a feeling of deep and bitter anger and ill-will

From this reading The feeling between these factions had steadily increased in bitterness, and had culminated the evening before, as Stanley had reported to Allan, in an assault by Bassett on one of the oldest engineers in the road’s employ.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading These meetings, which the firemen also attended, had started out peacefully enough, but two factions had soon developed, one led by Simpson, the special delegate, and the other by Rafe Bassett.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading These meetings, which the firemen also attended, had started out peacefully enough, but two factions had soon developed, one led by Simpson, the special delegate, and the other by Rafe Bassett.

freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities

From this reading Simpson, early recognizing Bassett’s violent and quarrelsome disposition, had foreseen this development, and had lost no opportunity to strengthen himself with the conservative element and to gain its confidence.

a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon

From this reading He had worked wisely and well, and the consequence was that Bassett’s following had melted away so rapidly that Simpson at last felt himself strong enough to administer a stinging warning to the offender.

resistant to change, particularly in relation to politics or religion

From this reading Simpson, early recognizing Bassett’s violent and quarrelsome disposition, had foreseen this development, and had lost no opportunity to strengthen himself with the conservative element and to gain its confidence.

seemingly without interruption

From this reading THE DOWNFALL OF BASSETT SINCE the beginning of the strike, the engineers’ headquarters had remained open continually, and, in addition to the informal meetings during the day, a formal meeting was held every evening to discuss the situation.

past form of “culminate” — end, especially to reach a final or climactic stage

From this reading The feeling between these factions had steadily increased in bitterness, and had culminated the evening before, as Stanley had reported to Allan, in an assault by Bassett on one of the oldest engineers in the road’s employ.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading THE DOWNFALL OF BASSETT SINCE the beginning of the strike, the engineers’ headquarters had remained open continually, and, in addition to the informal meetings during the day, a formal meeting was held every evening to discuss the situation.

transfer power to someone

From this reading These meetings, which the firemen also attended, had started out peacefully enough, but two factions had soon developed, one led by Simpson, the special delegate, and the other by Rafe Bassett.

being changed over time so as to be e.g. stronger or more complete or more useful

From this reading These meetings, which the firemen also attended, had started out peacefully enough, but two factions had soon developed, one led by Simpson, the special delegate, and the other by Rafe Bassett.

act of improving by expanding or enlarging or refining

From this reading Simpson, early recognizing Bassett’s violent and quarrelsome disposition, had foreseen this development, and had lost no opportunity to strengthen himself with the conservative element and to gain its confidence.

to consider or examine in speech or writing

From this reading THE DOWNFALL OF BASSETT SINCE the beginning of the strike, the engineers’ headquarters had remained open continually, and, in addition to the informal meetings during the day, a formal meeting was held every evening to discuss the situation.

your usual mood

From this reading Simpson, early recognizing Bassett’s violent and quarrelsome disposition, had foreseen this development, and had lost no opportunity to strengthen himself with the conservative element and to gain its confidence.

failure that results in a loss of position or reputation

From this reading THE DOWNFALL OF BASSETT SINCE the beginning of the strike, the engineers’ headquarters had remained open continually, and, in addition to the informal meetings during the day, a formal meeting was held every evening to discuss the situation.

all through a period, or at some point within it

From this reading THE DOWNFALL OF BASSETT SINCE the beginning of the strike, the engineers’ headquarters had remained open continually, and, in addition to the informal meetings during the day, a formal meeting was held every evening to discuss the situation.

at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time

From this reading Simpson, early recognizing Bassett’s violent and quarrelsome disposition, had foreseen this development, and had lost no opportunity to strengthen himself with the conservative element and to gain its confidence.

an abstract part of something

From this reading Simpson, early recognizing Bassett’s violent and quarrelsome disposition, had foreseen this development, and had lost no opportunity to strengthen himself with the conservative element and to gain its confidence.

put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose

From this reading The feeling between these factions had steadily increased in bitterness, and had culminated the evening before, as Stanley had reported to Allan, in an assault by Bassett on one of the oldest engineers in the road’s employ.

plural of “engineer” — a person who uses scientific knowledge to solve practical problems

From this reading THE DOWNFALL OF BASSETT SINCE the beginning of the strike, the engineers’ headquarters had remained open continually, and, in addition to the informal meetings during the day, a formal meeting was held every evening to discuss the situation.

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

From this reading These meetings, which the firemen also attended, had started out peacefully enough, but two factions had soon developed, one led by Simpson, the special delegate, and the other by Rafe Bassett.

the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)

From this reading THE DOWNFALL OF BASSETT SINCE the beginning of the strike, the engineers’ headquarters had remained open continually, and, in addition to the informal meetings during the day, a formal meeting was held every evening to discuss the situation.

all the members of a group, with none left out

From this reading THE DOWNFALL OF BASSETT SINCE the beginning of the strike, the engineers’ headquarters had remained open continually, and, in addition to the informal meetings during the day, a formal meeting was held every evening to discuss the situation.

plural of “faction” — a clique (often secret) that seeks power usually through intrigue

From this reading These meetings, which the firemen also attended, had started out peacefully enough, but two factions had soon developed, one led by Simpson, the special delegate, and the other by Rafe Bassett.

the experiencing of affective and emotional states

From this reading The feeling between these factions had steadily increased in bitterness, and had culminated the evening before, as Stanley had reported to Allan, in an assault by Bassett on one of the oldest engineers in the road’s employ.

mat together and make felt-like

From this reading He had worked wisely and well, and the consequence was that Bassett’s following had melted away so rapidly that Simpson at last felt himself strong enough to administer a stinging warning to the offender.

plural of “fireman” — play in which children pretend to put out a fire

From this reading These meetings, which the firemen also attended, had started out peacefully enough, but two factions had soon developed, one led by Simpson, the special delegate, and the other by Rafe Bassett.

about to be mentioned or specified

From this reading He had worked wisely and well, and the consequence was that Bassett’s following had melted away so rapidly that Simpson at last felt himself strong enough to administer a stinging warning to the offender.

inflected form of “foresee” — realize beforehand

From this reading Simpson, early recognizing Bassett’s violent and quarrelsome disposition, had foreseen this development, and had lost no opportunity to strengthen himself with the conservative element and to gain its confidence.

being in accord with established forms and conventions and requirements (as e.g. of formal dress)

From this reading THE DOWNFALL OF BASSETT SINCE the beginning of the strike, the engineers’ headquarters had remained open continually, and, in addition to the informal meetings during the day, a formal meeting was held every evening to discuss the situation.

obtain

From this reading Simpson, early recognizing Bassett’s violent and quarrelsome disposition, had foreseen this development, and had lost no opportunity to strengthen himself with the conservative element and to gain its confidence.

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

From this reading THE DOWNFALL OF BASSETT SINCE the beginning of the strike, the engineers’ headquarters had remained open continually, and, in addition to the informal meetings during the day, a formal meeting was held every evening to discuss the situation.

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

From this reading He had worked wisely and well, and the consequence was that Bassett’s following had melted away so rapidly that Simpson at last felt himself strong enough to administer a stinging warning to the offender.

(usually plural) the office that serves as the administrative center of an enterprise

From this reading THE DOWNFALL OF BASSETT SINCE the beginning of the strike, the engineers’ headquarters had remained open continually, and, in addition to the informal meetings during the day, a formal meeting was held every evening to discuss the situation.

occupied or in the control of; often used in combination

From this reading THE DOWNFALL OF BASSETT SINCE the beginning of the strike, the engineers’ headquarters had remained open continually, and, in addition to the informal meetings during the day, a formal meeting was held every evening to discuss the situation.

used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object

From this reading Simpson, early recognizing Bassett’s violent and quarrelsome disposition, had foreseen this development, and had lost no opportunity to strengthen himself with the conservative element and to gain its confidence.

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

From this reading THE DOWNFALL OF BASSETT SINCE the beginning of the strike, the engineers’ headquarters had remained open continually, and, in addition to the informal meetings during the day, a formal meeting was held every evening to discuss the situation.

made greater in size or amount or degree

From this reading The feeling between these factions had steadily increased in bitterness, and had culminated the evening before, as Stanley had reported to Allan, in an assault by Bassett on one of the oldest engineers in the road’s employ.

not formal

From this reading THE DOWNFALL OF BASSETT SINCE the beginning of the strike, the engineers’ headquarters had remained open continually, and, in addition to the informal meetings during the day, a formal meeting was held every evening to discuss the situation.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading Simpson, early recognizing Bassett’s violent and quarrelsome disposition, had foreseen this development, and had lost no opportunity to strengthen himself with the conservative element and to gain its confidence.

immediately past

From this reading He had worked wisely and well, and the consequence was that Bassett’s following had melted away so rapidly that Simpson at last felt himself strong enough to administer a stinging warning to the offender.

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 These meetings, which the firemen also attended, had started out peacefully enough, but two factions had soon developed, one led by Simpson, the special delegate, and the other by Rafe Bassett.

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

From this reading Simpson, early recognizing Bassett’s violent and quarrelsome disposition, had foreseen this development, and had lost no opportunity to strengthen himself with the conservative element and to gain its confidence.

a formally arranged gathering

From this reading THE DOWNFALL OF BASSETT SINCE the beginning of the strike, the engineers’ headquarters had remained open continually, and, in addition to the informal meetings during the day, a formal meeting was held every evening to discuss the situation.

plural of “meeting” — a formally arranged gathering

From this reading THE DOWNFALL OF BASSETT SINCE the beginning of the strike, the engineers’ headquarters had remained open continually, and, in addition to the informal meetings during the day, a formal meeting was held every evening to discuss the situation.

changed from a solid to a liquid state

From this reading He had worked wisely and well, and the consequence was that Bassett’s following had melted away so rapidly that Simpson at last felt himself strong enough to administer a stinging warning to the offender.

not any; not one

From this reading Simpson, early recognizing Bassett’s violent and quarrelsome disposition, had foreseen this development, and had lost no opportunity to strengthen himself with the conservative element and to gain its confidence.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading THE DOWNFALL OF BASSETT SINCE the beginning of the strike, the engineers’ headquarters had remained open continually, and, in addition to the informal meetings during the day, a formal meeting was held every evening to discuss the situation.

a person who transgresses moral or civil law

From this reading He had worked wisely and well, and the consequence was that Bassett’s following had melted away so rapidly that Simpson at last felt himself strong enough to administer a stinging warning to the offender.

superlative of “old” — (used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading The feeling between these factions had steadily increased in bitterness, and had culminated the evening before, as Stanley had reported to Allan, in an assault by Bassett on one of the oldest engineers in the road’s employ.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading The feeling between these factions had steadily increased in bitterness, and had culminated the evening before, as Stanley had reported to Allan, in an assault by Bassett on one of the oldest engineers in the road’s employ.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading These meetings, which the firemen also attended, had started out peacefully enough, but two factions had soon developed, one led by Simpson, the special delegate, and the other by Rafe Bassett.

To move from a closed position.

From this reading THE DOWNFALL OF BASSETT SINCE the beginning of the strike, the engineers’ headquarters had remained open continually, and, in addition to the informal meetings during the day, a formal meeting was held every evening to discuss the situation.

a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances

From this reading Simpson, early recognizing Bassett’s violent and quarrelsome disposition, had foreseen this development, and had lost no opportunity to strengthen himself with the conservative element and to gain its confidence.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading These meetings, which the firemen also attended, had started out peacefully enough, but two factions had soon developed, one led by Simpson, the special delegate, and the other by Rafe Bassett.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading These meetings, which the firemen also attended, had started out peacefully enough, but two factions had soon developed, one led by Simpson, the special delegate, and the other by Rafe Bassett.

in a peaceful manner

From this reading These meetings, which the firemen also attended, had started out peacefully enough, but two factions had soon developed, one led by Simpson, the special delegate, and the other by Rafe Bassett.

given to quarreling

From this reading Simpson, early recognizing Bassett’s violent and quarrelsome disposition, had foreseen this development, and had lost no opportunity to strengthen himself with the conservative element and to gain its confidence.

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From this reading These meetings, which the firemen also attended, had started out peacefully enough, but two factions had soon developed, one led by Simpson, the special delegate, and the other by Rafe Bassett.

with speed

From this reading He had worked wisely and well, and the consequence was that Bassett’s following had melted away so rapidly that Simpson at last felt himself strong enough to administer a stinging warning to the offender.

-ing form of “recognize” — accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority

From this reading Simpson, early recognizing Bassett’s violent and quarrelsome disposition, had foreseen this development, and had lost no opportunity to strengthen himself with the conservative element and to gain its confidence.

past form of “remain” — stay the same; remain in a certain state

From this reading THE DOWNFALL OF BASSETT SINCE the beginning of the strike, the engineers’ headquarters had remained open continually, and, in addition to the informal meetings during the day, a formal meeting was held every evening to discuss the situation.

made known or told about; especially presented in a formal account

From this reading The feeling between these factions had steadily increased in bitterness, and had culminated the evening before, as Stanley had reported to Allan, in an assault by Bassett on one of the oldest engineers in the road’s employ.

possessive form of “road” — an open way (generally public) for travel or transportation

From this reading The feeling between these factions had steadily increased in bitterness, and had culminated the evening before, as Stanley had reported to Allan, in an assault by Bassett on one of the oldest engineers in the road’s employ.

United States divorcee whose marriage to Edward VIII created a constitutional crisis leading to his abdication

From this reading These meetings, which the firemen also attended, had started out peacefully enough, but two factions had soon developed, one led by Simpson, the special delegate, and the other by Rafe Bassett.

from a time in the past until now

From this reading THE DOWNFALL OF BASSETT SINCE the beginning of the strike, the engineers’ headquarters had remained open continually, and, in addition to the informal meetings during the day, a formal meeting was held every evening to discuss the situation.

the general state of things; the combination of circumstances at a given time

From this reading THE DOWNFALL OF BASSETT SINCE the beginning of the strike, the engineers’ headquarters had remained open continually, and, in addition to the informal meetings during the day, a formal meeting was held every evening to discuss the situation.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading He had worked wisely and well, and the consequence was that Bassett’s following had melted away so rapidly that Simpson at last felt himself strong enough to administer a stinging warning to the offender.

in the near future

From this reading These meetings, which the firemen also attended, had started out peacefully enough, but two factions had soon developed, one led by Simpson, the special delegate, and the other by Rafe Bassett.

unique or specific to a person or thing or category

From this reading These meetings, which the firemen also attended, had started out peacefully enough, but two factions had soon developed, one led by Simpson, the special delegate, and the other by Rafe Bassett.

United States inventor who built a steam-powered automobile (1849-1918)

From this reading The feeling between these factions had steadily increased in bitterness, and had culminated the evening before, as Stanley had reported to Allan, in an assault by Bassett on one of the oldest engineers in the road’s employ.

past form of “start” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading These meetings, which the firemen also attended, had started out peacefully enough, but two factions had soon developed, one led by Simpson, the special delegate, and the other by Rafe Bassett.

at a steady rate or pace

From this reading The feeling between these factions had steadily increased in bitterness, and had culminated the evening before, as Stanley had reported to Allan, in an assault by Bassett on one of the oldest engineers in the road’s employ.

a kind of pain; something as sudden and painful as being stung

From this reading He had worked wisely and well, and the consequence was that Bassett’s following had melted away so rapidly that Simpson at last felt himself strong enough to administer a stinging warning to the offender.

make strong or stronger

From this reading Simpson, early recognizing Bassett’s violent and quarrelsome disposition, had foreseen this development, and had lost no opportunity to strengthen himself with the conservative element and to gain its confidence.

deliver a sharp blow, as with the hand, fist, or weapon

From this reading THE DOWNFALL OF BASSETT SINCE the beginning of the strike, the engineers’ headquarters had remained open continually, and, in addition to the informal meetings during the day, a formal meeting was held every evening to discuss the situation.

having strength or power greater than average or expected

From this reading He had worked wisely and well, and the consequence was that Bassett’s following had melted away so rapidly that Simpson at last felt himself strong enough to administer a stinging warning to the offender.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading He had worked wisely and well, and the consequence was that Bassett’s following had melted away so rapidly that Simpson at last felt himself strong enough to administer a stinging warning to the offender.

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

From this reading THE DOWNFALL OF BASSETT SINCE the beginning of the strike, the engineers’ headquarters had remained open continually, and, in addition to the informal meetings during the day, a formal meeting was held every evening to discuss the situation.

the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned

From this reading These meetings, which the firemen also attended, had started out peacefully enough, but two factions had soon developed, one led by Simpson, the special delegate, and the other by Rafe Bassett.

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

From this reading Simpson, early recognizing Bassett’s violent and quarrelsome disposition, had foreseen this development, and had lost no opportunity to strengthen himself with the conservative element and to gain its confidence.

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

From this reading THE DOWNFALL OF BASSETT SINCE the beginning of the strike, the engineers’ headquarters had remained open continually, and, in addition to the informal meetings during the day, a formal meeting was held every evening to discuss the situation.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading These meetings, which the firemen also attended, had started out peacefully enough, but two factions had soon developed, one led by Simpson, the special delegate, and the other by Rafe Bassett.

acting with or marked by or resulting from great force or energy or emotional intensity

From this reading Simpson, early recognizing Bassett’s violent and quarrelsome disposition, had foreseen this development, and had lost no opportunity to strengthen himself with the conservative element and to gain its confidence.

a message informing of danger

From this reading He had worked wisely and well, and the consequence was that Bassett’s following had melted away so rapidly that Simpson at last felt himself strong enough to administer a stinging warning to the offender.

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

From this reading THE DOWNFALL OF BASSETT SINCE the beginning of the strike, the engineers’ headquarters had remained open continually, and, in addition to the informal meetings during the day, a formal meeting was held every evening to discuss the situation.

(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)

From this reading He had worked wisely and well, and the consequence was that Bassett’s following had melted away so rapidly that Simpson at last felt himself strong enough to administer a stinging warning to the offender.

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

From this reading These meetings, which the firemen also attended, had started out peacefully enough, but two factions had soon developed, one led by Simpson, the special delegate, and the other by Rafe Bassett.

in a wise manner

From this reading He had worked wisely and well, and the consequence was that Bassett’s following had melted away so rapidly that Simpson at last felt himself strong enough to administer a stinging warning to the offender.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Simpson, early recognizing Bassett’s violent and quarrelsome disposition, had foreseen this development, and had lost no opportunity to strengthen himself with the conservative element and to gain its confidence.

past form of “work” — exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity

From this reading He had worked wisely and well, and the consequence was that Bassett’s following had melted away so rapidly that Simpson at last felt himself strong enough to administer a stinging warning to the offender.