from one side of something to the other
From this reading Two extra rooms across the hall, one boldly labelled Circulation Department and one Advertising, were in charge of efficient looking young men, and the original editorial rooms were crowded by desks for two new reporters.
advertisersnounUS /ˈædvərtaɪzərz/
plural of “advertiser” — someone whose business is advertising
From this reading Circulation had increased and with it had come modest advertisers.
AdvertisingnounUS /ˈædvərtaɪzɪŋ/
a public promotion of some product or service
From this reading Two extra rooms across the hall, one boldly labelled Circulation Department and one Advertising, were in charge of efficient looking young men, and the original editorial rooms were crowded by desks for two new reporters.
prior to a specified or implied time
From this reading It was February and the hopes based on the election had already been fulfilled.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading Bob Brotherton talked boastingly of soon doing their own printing, and though _The Journal_ was still an undersized little sheet, comparing queerly in size with the other dailies, its editorials were more often quoted in other cities than were those of other local papers.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading It was February and the hopes based on the election had already been fulfilled.
basedadjectiveUS /beɪst/
having a base
From this reading It was February and the hopes based on the election had already been fulfilled.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading It was February and the hopes based on the election had already been fulfilled.
boastingly
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From this reading Bob Brotherton talked boastingly of soon doing their own printing, and though _The Journal_ was still an undersized little sheet, comparing queerly in size with the other dailies, its editorials were more often quoted in other cities than were those of other local papers.
move up and down repeatedly
From this reading Bob Brotherton talked boastingly of soon doing their own printing, and though _The Journal_ was still an undersized little sheet, comparing queerly in size with the other dailies, its editorials were more often quoted in other cities than were those of other local papers.
boldlyadverbUS /ˈboʊldli/
with boldness, in a bold manner
From this reading Two extra rooms across the hall, one boldly labelled Circulation Department and one Advertising, were in charge of efficient looking young men, and the original editorial rooms were crowded by desks for two new reporters.
Brotherton
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From this reading Bob Brotherton talked boastingly of soon doing their own printing, and though _The Journal_ was still an undersized little sheet, comparing queerly in size with the other dailies, its editorials were more often quoted in other cities than were those of other local papers.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Two extra rooms across the hall, one boldly labelled Circulation Department and one Advertising, were in charge of efficient looking young men, and the original editorial rooms were crowded by desks for two new reporters.
to make a rush at or sudden attack upon, as in battle
From this reading Two extra rooms across the hall, one boldly labelled Circulation Department and one Advertising, were in charge of efficient looking young men, and the original editorial rooms were crowded by desks for two new reporters.
CirculationnounUS /ˈsɜːrkjəleɪʃən/
the dissemination of copies of periodicals (as newspapers or magazines)
From this reading Circulation had increased and with it had come modest advertisers.
citiesnounUS /ˈsɪtiz/
plural of “city” — a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts
From this reading Bob Brotherton talked boastingly of soon doing their own printing, and though _The Journal_ was still an undersized little sheet, comparing queerly in size with the other dailies, its editorials were more often quoted in other cities than were those of other local papers.
move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading Circulation had increased and with it had come modest advertisers.
comparingnounUS /kəmˈperɪŋ/
the act of examining resemblances
From this reading Bob Brotherton talked boastingly of soon doing their own printing, and though _The Journal_ was still an undersized little sheet, comparing queerly in size with the other dailies, its editorials were more often quoted in other cities than were those of other local papers.
overfilled or compacted or concentrated
From this reading Two extra rooms across the hall, one boldly labelled Circulation Department and one Advertising, were in charge of efficient looking young men, and the original editorial rooms were crowded by desks for two new reporters.
dailiesnounUS /ˈdeɪliz/
plural of “daily” — a newspaper that is published every day
From this reading Bob Brotherton talked boastingly of soon doing their own printing, and though _The Journal_ was still an undersized little sheet, comparing queerly in size with the other dailies, its editorials were more often quoted in other cities than were those of other local papers.
DepartmentnounUS /dɪˈpɑːrtmənt/
a specialized division of a large organization
From this reading Two extra rooms across the hall, one boldly labelled Circulation Department and one Advertising, were in charge of efficient looking young men, and the original editorial rooms were crowded by desks for two new reporters.
desksnounUS /desks/
plural of “desk” — a piece of furniture with a writing surface and usually drawers or other compartments
From this reading Two extra rooms across the hall, one boldly labelled Circulation Department and one Advertising, were in charge of efficient looking young men, and the original editorial rooms were crowded by desks for two new reporters.
-ing form of “do” — engage in
From this reading Bob Brotherton talked boastingly of soon doing their own printing, and though _The Journal_ was still an undersized little sheet, comparing queerly in size with the other dailies, its editorials were more often quoted in other cities than were those of other local papers.
editorialadjectiveUS /ˌedəˈtɔːriəl/
of or relating to an article stating opinions or giving perspectives
From this reading Two extra rooms across the hall, one boldly labelled Circulation Department and one Advertising, were in charge of efficient looking young men, and the original editorial rooms were crowded by desks for two new reporters.
editorialsnounUS /ˌedəˈtɔːriəlz/
plural of “editorial” — an article giving opinions or perspectives
From this reading Bob Brotherton talked boastingly of soon doing their own printing, and though _The Journal_ was still an undersized little sheet, comparing queerly in size with the other dailies, its editorials were more often quoted in other cities than were those of other local papers.
efficientadjectiveUS /ɪˈfɪʃənt/
being effective without wasting time or effort or expense
From this reading Two extra rooms across the hall, one boldly labelled Circulation Department and one Advertising, were in charge of efficient looking young men, and the original editorial rooms were crowded by desks for two new reporters.
electionnounUS /ɪˈlekʃən/
a vote to select the winner of a position or political office
From this reading It was February and the hopes based on the election had already been fulfilled.
extraadjectiveUS /ˈekstrə/
more than is needed, desired, or required
From this reading Two extra rooms across the hall, one boldly labelled Circulation Department and one Advertising, were in charge of efficient looking young men, and the original editorial rooms were crowded by desks for two new reporters.
FebruarynounUS /ˈfebjəweri/
the month following January and preceding March
From this reading It was February and the hopes based on the election had already been fulfilled.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Two extra rooms across the hall, one boldly labelled Circulation Department and one Advertising, were in charge of efficient looking young men, and the original editorial rooms were crowded by desks for two new reporters.
fulfilledadjectiveUS /fʊlˈfɪld/
completed to perfection
From this reading It was February and the hopes based on the election had already been fulfilled.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading It was February and the hopes based on the election had already been fulfilled.
an interior passage or corridor onto which rooms open
From this reading Two extra rooms across the hall, one boldly labelled Circulation Department and one Advertising, were in charge of efficient looking young men, and the original editorial rooms were crowded by desks for two new reporters.
plural of “hope” — a specific instance of feeling hopeful
From this reading It was February and the hopes based on the election had already been fulfilled.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Two extra rooms across the hall, one boldly labelled Circulation Department and one Advertising, were in charge of efficient looking young men, and the original editorial rooms were crowded by desks for two new reporters.
made greater in size or amount or degree
From this reading Circulation had increased and with it had come modest advertisers.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It was February and the hopes based on the election had already been fulfilled.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading Bob Brotherton talked boastingly of soon doing their own printing, and though _The Journal_ was still an undersized little sheet, comparing queerly in size with the other dailies, its editorials were more often quoted in other cities than were those of other local papers.
JournalnounUS /ˈdʒɜːrnəl/
a daily written record of (usually personal) experiences and observations
From this reading The _Journal_ was making money.
labelledadjectiveUS /ˈleɪbəld/
bearing or marked with a label or tag
From this reading Two extra rooms across the hall, one boldly labelled Circulation Department and one Advertising, were in charge of efficient looking young men, and the original editorial rooms were crowded by desks for two new reporters.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading Bob Brotherton talked boastingly of soon doing their own printing, and though _The Journal_ was still an undersized little sheet, comparing queerly in size with the other dailies, its editorials were more often quoted in other cities than were those of other local papers.
localadjectiveUS /ˈloʊkəl/
relating to or applicable to or concerned with the administration of a city or town or district rather than a larger area
From this reading Bob Brotherton talked boastingly of soon doing their own printing, and though _The Journal_ was still an undersized little sheet, comparing queerly in size with the other dailies, its editorials were more often quoted in other cities than were those of other local papers.
the act of directing the eyes toward something and perceiving it visually
From this reading Two extra rooms across the hall, one boldly labelled Circulation Department and one Advertising, were in charge of efficient looking young men, and the original editorial rooms were crowded by desks for two new reporters.
the act that results in something coming to be
From this reading The _Journal_ was making money.
the force of workers available
From this reading Two extra rooms across the hall, one boldly labelled Circulation Department and one Advertising, were in charge of efficient looking young men, and the original editorial rooms were crowded by desks for two new reporters.
modestadjectiveUS /ˈmɑːdəst/
marked by simplicity; having a humble opinion of yourself
From this reading Circulation had increased and with it had come modest advertisers.
the most common medium of exchange; functions as legal tender
From this reading The _Journal_ was making money.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading Bob Brotherton talked boastingly of soon doing their own printing, and though _The Journal_ was still an undersized little sheet, comparing queerly in size with the other dailies, its editorials were more often quoted in other cities than were those of other local papers.
not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered
From this reading Two extra rooms across the hall, one boldly labelled Circulation Department and one Advertising, were in charge of efficient looking young men, and the original editorial rooms were crowded by desks for two new reporters.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Two extra rooms across the hall, one boldly labelled Circulation Department and one Advertising, were in charge of efficient looking young men, and the original editorial rooms were crowded by desks for two new reporters.
many times at short intervals
From this reading Bob Brotherton talked boastingly of soon doing their own printing, and though _The Journal_ was still an undersized little sheet, comparing queerly in size with the other dailies, its editorials were more often quoted in other cities than were those of other local papers.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading It was February and the hopes based on the election had already been fulfilled.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading Two extra rooms across the hall, one boldly labelled Circulation Department and one Advertising, were in charge of efficient looking young men, and the original editorial rooms were crowded by desks for two new reporters.
preceding all others in time or being as first made or performed
From this reading Two extra rooms across the hall, one boldly labelled Circulation Department and one Advertising, were in charge of efficient looking young men, and the original editorial rooms were crowded by desks for two new reporters.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading Bob Brotherton talked boastingly of soon doing their own printing, and though _The Journal_ was still an undersized little sheet, comparing queerly in size with the other dailies, its editorials were more often quoted in other cities than were those of other local papers.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading Bob Brotherton talked boastingly of soon doing their own printing, and though _The Journal_ was still an undersized little sheet, comparing queerly in size with the other dailies, its editorials were more often quoted in other cities than were those of other local papers.
writing that provides information (especially information of an official nature)
From this reading Bob Brotherton talked boastingly of soon doing their own printing, and though _The Journal_ was still an undersized little sheet, comparing queerly in size with the other dailies, its editorials were more often quoted in other cities than were those of other local papers.
printingnounUS /ˈprɪntɪŋ/
text handwritten in the style of printed matter
From this reading Bob Brotherton talked boastingly of soon doing their own printing, and though _The Journal_ was still an undersized little sheet, comparing queerly in size with the other dailies, its editorials were more often quoted in other cities than were those of other local papers.
queerlyadverb
in a strange manner
From this reading Bob Brotherton talked boastingly of soon doing their own printing, and though _The Journal_ was still an undersized little sheet, comparing queerly in size with the other dailies, its editorials were more often quoted in other cities than were those of other local papers.
quotedverbUS /ˈkwoʊtɪd/
past form of “quote” — repeat a passage from
From this reading Bob Brotherton talked boastingly of soon doing their own printing, and though _The Journal_ was still an undersized little sheet, comparing queerly in size with the other dailies, its editorials were more often quoted in other cities than were those of other local papers.
reportersnounUS /rɪˈpɔːrtərz/
plural of “reporter” — a person who investigates and reports or edits news stories
From this reading Two extra rooms across the hall, one boldly labelled Circulation Department and one Advertising, were in charge of efficient looking young men, and the original editorial rooms were crowded by desks for two new reporters.
apartment consisting of a series of connected rooms used as a living unit (as in a hotel)
From this reading Two extra rooms across the hall, one boldly labelled Circulation Department and one Advertising, were in charge of efficient looking young men, and the original editorial rooms were crowded by desks for two new reporters.
any broad thin expanse or surface
From this reading Bob Brotherton talked boastingly of soon doing their own printing, and though _The Journal_ was still an undersized little sheet, comparing queerly in size with the other dailies, its editorials were more often quoted in other cities than were those of other local papers.
the physical magnitude of something (how big it is)
From this reading Bob Brotherton talked boastingly of soon doing their own printing, and though _The Journal_ was still an undersized little sheet, comparing queerly in size with the other dailies, its editorials were more often quoted in other cities than were those of other local papers.
in the near future
From this reading Bob Brotherton talked boastingly of soon doing their own printing, and though _The Journal_ was still an undersized little sheet, comparing queerly in size with the other dailies, its editorials were more often quoted in other cities than were those of other local papers.
not in physical motion
From this reading Bob Brotherton talked boastingly of soon doing their own printing, and though _The Journal_ was still an undersized little sheet, comparing queerly in size with the other dailies, its editorials were more often quoted in other cities than were those of other local papers.
past form of “talk” — exchange thoughts; talk with
From this reading Bob Brotherton talked boastingly of soon doing their own printing, and though _The Journal_ was still an undersized little sheet, comparing queerly in size with the other dailies, its editorials were more often quoted in other cities than were those of other local papers.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading Bob Brotherton talked boastingly of soon doing their own printing, and though _The Journal_ was still an undersized little sheet, comparing queerly in size with the other dailies, its editorials were more often quoted in other cities than were those of other local papers.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading The _Journal_ was making money.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading Bob Brotherton talked boastingly of soon doing their own printing, and though _The Journal_ was still an undersized little sheet, comparing queerly in size with the other dailies, its editorials were more often quoted in other cities than were those of other local papers.
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading Bob Brotherton talked boastingly of soon doing their own printing, and though _The Journal_ was still an undersized little sheet, comparing queerly in size with the other dailies, its editorials were more often quoted in other cities than were those of other local papers.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading Bob Brotherton talked boastingly of soon doing their own printing, and though _The Journal_ was still an undersized little sheet, comparing queerly in size with the other dailies, its editorials were more often quoted in other cities than were those of other local papers.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading Two extra rooms across the hall, one boldly labelled Circulation Department and one Advertising, were in charge of efficient looking young men, and the original editorial rooms were crowded by desks for two new reporters.
undersizedadjectiveUS /ˈʌndərsaɪzd/
smaller than normal for its kind
From this reading Bob Brotherton talked boastingly of soon doing their own printing, and though _The Journal_ was still an undersized little sheet, comparing queerly in size with the other dailies, its editorials were more often quoted in other cities than were those of other local papers.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The _Journal_ was making money.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Two extra rooms across the hall, one boldly labelled Circulation Department and one Advertising, were in charge of efficient looking young men, and the original editorial rooms were crowded by desks for two new reporters.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Circulation had increased and with it had come modest advertisers.
(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth
From this reading Two extra rooms across the hall, one boldly labelled Circulation Department and one Advertising, were in charge of efficient looking young men, and the original editorial rooms were crowded by desks for two new reporters.
