used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading “Tom, my boy, you’re a wonder.”
affirmednounUS /əˈfɜːrmd/
thoroughbred that won the triple crown in 1978
From this reading “You’ve got all other inventors tied to the mast and screeching for help,” affirmed Ned, as he wrung his friend’s hand.
(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class
From this reading ALL HIS close friends were with Tom in the office on the memorable night when his hopes became certainty.
(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
From this reading His father, Ned and Mr. Damon had hung breathlessly on his final calculations, and when he at last looked up with the triumphant smile that could mean only one thing, they were almost as jubilant as he and overwhelmed him with congratulations.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading His father, Ned and Mr. Damon had hung breathlessly on his final calculations, and when he at last looked up with the triumphant smile that could mean only one thing, they were almost as jubilant as he and overwhelmed him with congratulations.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading His father, Ned and Mr. Damon had hung breathlessly on his final calculations, and when he at last looked up with the triumphant smile that could mean only one thing, they were almost as jubilant as he and overwhelmed him with congratulations.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading His father, Ned and Mr. Damon had hung breathlessly on his final calculations, and when he at last looked up with the triumphant smile that could mean only one thing, they were almost as jubilant as he and overwhelmed him with congratulations.
inflected form of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition
From this reading ALL HIS close friends were with Tom in the office on the memorable night when his hopes became certainty.
give a benediction to
From this reading “Bless my oil stocks!” cried Mr. Damon, slapping him on the shoulder.
a youthful male person
From this reading “Tom, my boy, you’re a wonder.”
breathlesslyadverbUS /ˈbreθləsli/
in a breathless manner
From this reading His father, Ned and Mr. Damon had hung breathlessly on his final calculations, and when he at last looked up with the triumphant smile that could mean only one thing, they were almost as jubilant as he and overwhelmed him with congratulations.
calculationsnounUS /ˌkælkjəˈleɪʃənz/
plural of “calculation” — the procedure of calculating; determining something by mathematical or logical methods
From this reading His father, Ned and Mr. Damon had hung breathlessly on his final calculations, and when he at last looked up with the triumphant smile that could mean only one thing, they were almost as jubilant as he and overwhelmed him with congratulations.
certaintynounUS /ˈsɜːrtənti/
the state of being certain
From this reading ALL HIS close friends were with Tom in the office on the memorable night when his hopes became certainty.
at or within a short distance in space or time or having elements near each other
From this reading ALL HIS close friends were with Tom in the office on the memorable night when his hopes became certainty.
congratulationsnounUS /kənˌɡrætʃəˈleɪʃənz/
an expression of approval and commendation
From this reading His father, Ned and Mr. Damon had hung breathlessly on his final calculations, and when he at last looked up with the triumphant smile that could mean only one thing, they were almost as jubilant as he and overwhelmed him with congratulations.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading His father, Ned and Mr. Damon had hung breathlessly on his final calculations, and when he at last looked up with the triumphant smile that could mean only one thing, they were almost as jubilant as he and overwhelmed him with congratulations.
inflected form of “cry” — utter a sudden loud cry
From this reading “Bless my oil stocks!” cried Mr. Damon, slapping him on the shoulder.
DamonnounUS /ˈdeɪmən/
the friend of Phintias who pledged his life that Phintias would return (4th century BC)
From this reading His father, Ned and Mr. Damon had hung breathlessly on his final calculations, and when he at last looked up with the triumphant smile that could mean only one thing, they were almost as jubilant as he and overwhelmed him with congratulations.
a male parent (also used as a term of address to your father)
From this reading His father, Ned and Mr. Damon had hung breathlessly on his final calculations, and when he at last looked up with the triumphant smile that could mean only one thing, they were almost as jubilant as he and overwhelmed him with congratulations.
finaladjectiveUS /ˈfaɪnəl/
occurring at or forming an end or termination
From this reading His father, Ned and Mr. Damon had hung breathlessly on his final calculations, and when he at last looked up with the triumphant smile that could mean only one thing, they were almost as jubilant as he and overwhelmed him with congratulations.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading “You’ve got all other inventors tied to the mast and screeching for help,” affirmed Ned, as he wrung his friend’s hand.
friend'snounUS /frendz/
possessive form of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust
From this reading “You’ve got all other inventors tied to the mast and screeching for help,” affirmed Ned, as he wrung his friend’s hand.
plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust
From this reading ALL HIS close friends were with Tom in the office on the memorable night when his hopes became certainty.
inflected form of “get” — come into the possession of something concrete or abstract
From this reading “You’ve got all other inventors tied to the mast and screeching for help,” affirmed Ned, as he wrung his friend’s hand.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading His father, Ned and Mr. Damon had hung breathlessly on his final calculations, and when he at last looked up with the triumphant smile that could mean only one thing, they were almost as jubilant as he and overwhelmed him with congratulations.
the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb
From this reading “You’ve got all other inventors tied to the mast and screeching for help,” affirmed Ned, as he wrung his friend’s hand.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading His father, Ned and Mr. Damon had hung breathlessly on his final calculations, and when he at last looked up with the triumphant smile that could mean only one thing, they were almost as jubilant as he and overwhelmed him with congratulations.
give help or assistance; be of service
From this reading “You’ve got all other inventors tied to the mast and screeching for help,” affirmed Ned, as he wrung his friend’s hand.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading His father, Ned and Mr. Damon had hung breathlessly on his final calculations, and when he at last looked up with the triumphant smile that could mean only one thing, they were almost as jubilant as he and overwhelmed him with congratulations.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading ALL HIS close friends were with Tom in the office on the memorable night when his hopes became certainty.
plural of “hope” — a specific instance of feeling hopeful
From this reading ALL HIS close friends were with Tom in the office on the memorable night when his hopes became certainty.
inflected form of “hang” — be suspended or hanging
From this reading His father, Ned and Mr. Damon had hung breathlessly on his final calculations, and when he at last looked up with the triumphant smile that could mean only one thing, they were almost as jubilant as he and overwhelmed him with congratulations.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading ALL HIS close friends were with Tom in the office on the memorable night when his hopes became certainty.
inventorsnounUS /ˌɪnˈventərz/
plural of “inventor” — someone who is the first to think of or make something
From this reading “You’ve got all other inventors tied to the mast and screeching for help,” affirmed Ned, as he wrung his friend’s hand.
jubilantadjectiveUS /ˈdʒuːbələnt/
joyful and proud especially because of triumph or success
From this reading His father, Ned and Mr. Damon had hung breathlessly on his final calculations, and when he at last looked up with the triumphant smile that could mean only one thing, they were almost as jubilant as he and overwhelmed him with congratulations.
immediately past
From this reading His father, Ned and Mr. Damon had hung breathlessly on his final calculations, and when he at last looked up with the triumphant smile that could mean only one thing, they were almost as jubilant as he and overwhelmed him with congratulations.
past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading His father, Ned and Mr. Damon had hung breathlessly on his final calculations, and when he at last looked up with the triumphant smile that could mean only one thing, they were almost as jubilant as he and overwhelmed him with congratulations.
mastnounUS /mæst/
a vertical spar for supporting sails
From this reading “You’ve got all other inventors tied to the mast and screeching for help,” affirmed Ned, as he wrung his friend’s hand.
mean or intend to express or convey
From this reading His father, Ned and Mr. Damon had hung breathlessly on his final calculations, and when he at last looked up with the triumphant smile that could mean only one thing, they were almost as jubilant as he and overwhelmed him with congratulations.
memorableadjectiveUS /ˈmemərəbəl/
worth remembering
From this reading ALL HIS close friends were with Tom in the office on the memorable night when his hopes became certainty.
a form of address for a man
From this reading His father, Ned and Mr. Damon had hung breathlessly on his final calculations, and when he at last looked up with the triumphant smile that could mean only one thing, they were almost as jubilant as he and overwhelmed him with congratulations.
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading “Bless my oil stocks!” cried Mr. Damon, slapping him on the shoulder.
Ned
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From this reading His father, Ned and Mr. Damon had hung breathlessly on his final calculations, and when he at last looked up with the triumphant smile that could mean only one thing, they were almost as jubilant as he and overwhelmed him with congratulations.
the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside
From this reading ALL HIS close friends were with Tom in the office on the memorable night when his hopes became certainty.
place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed
From this reading ALL HIS close friends were with Tom in the office on the memorable night when his hopes became certainty.
A viscous liquid derived from petroleum or plants, stored in large earthen jars.
From this reading “Bless my oil stocks!” cried Mr. Damon, slapping him on the shoulder.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading ALL HIS close friends were with Tom in the office on the memorable night when his hopes became certainty.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading His father, Ned and Mr. Damon had hung breathlessly on his final calculations, and when he at last looked up with the triumphant smile that could mean only one thing, they were almost as jubilant as he and overwhelmed him with congratulations.
and nothing more
From this reading His father, Ned and Mr. Damon had hung breathlessly on his final calculations, and when he at last looked up with the triumphant smile that could mean only one thing, they were almost as jubilant as he and overwhelmed him with congratulations.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading “You’ve got all other inventors tied to the mast and screeching for help,” affirmed Ned, as he wrung his friend’s hand.
overwhelmedverbUS /ˌoʊvərˈwelmd/
past form of “overwhelm” — overcome, as with emotions or perceptual stimuli
From this reading His father, Ned and Mr. Damon had hung breathlessly on his final calculations, and when he at last looked up with the triumphant smile that could mean only one thing, they were almost as jubilant as he and overwhelmed him with congratulations.
screechingnounUS /ˈskriːtʃɪŋ/
a high-pitched noise resembling a human cry
From this reading “You’ve got all other inventors tied to the mast and screeching for help,” affirmed Ned, as he wrung his friend’s hand.
lift onto one's shoulders
From this reading “Bless my oil stocks!” cried Mr. Damon, slapping him on the shoulder.
slappingverbUS /ˈslæpɪŋ/
inflected form of “slap” — hit with something flat, like a paddle or the open hand
From this reading “Bless my oil stocks!” cried Mr. Damon, slapping him on the shoulder.
change one's facial expression by spreading the lips, often to signal pleasure
From this reading His father, Ned and Mr. Damon had hung breathlessly on his final calculations, and when he at last looked up with the triumphant smile that could mean only one thing, they were almost as jubilant as he and overwhelmed him with congratulations.
stocksnounUS /stɑːks/
a frame that supports a boat while it is under construction
From this reading “Bless my oil stocks!” cried Mr. Damon, slapping him on the shoulder.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading His father, Ned and Mr. Damon had hung breathlessly on his final calculations, and when he at last looked up with the triumphant smile that could mean only one thing, they were almost as jubilant as he and overwhelmed him with congratulations.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading ALL HIS close friends were with Tom in the office on the memorable night when his hopes became certainty.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading His father, Ned and Mr. Damon had hung breathlessly on his final calculations, and when he at last looked up with the triumphant smile that could mean only one thing, they were almost as jubilant as he and overwhelmed him with congratulations.
a special situation
From this reading His father, Ned and Mr. Damon had hung breathlessly on his final calculations, and when he at last looked up with the triumphant smile that could mean only one thing, they were almost as jubilant as he and overwhelmed him with congratulations.
bound or secured closely
From this reading “You’ve got all other inventors tied to the mast and screeching for help,” affirmed Ned, as he wrung his friend’s hand.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading “You’ve got all other inventors tied to the mast and screeching for help,” affirmed Ned, as he wrung his friend’s hand.
male cat
From this reading ALL HIS close friends were with Tom in the office on the memorable night when his hopes became certainty.
triumphantadjectiveUS /traɪˈʌmfənt/
joyful and proud especially because of triumph or success
From this reading His father, Ned and Mr. Damon had hung breathlessly on his final calculations, and when he at last looked up with the triumphant smile that could mean only one thing, they were almost as jubilant as he and overwhelmed him with congratulations.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading His father, Ned and Mr. Damon had hung breathlessly on his final calculations, and when he at last looked up with the triumphant smile that could mean only one thing, they were almost as jubilant as he and overwhelmed him with congratulations.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading ALL HIS close friends were with Tom in the office on the memorable night when his hopes became certainty.
at the time that
From this reading ALL HIS close friends were with Tom in the office on the memorable night when his hopes became certainty.
in the company of; together with
From this reading ALL HIS close friends were with Tom in the office on the memorable night when his hopes became certainty.
the feeling aroused by something strange and surprising
From this reading “Tom, my boy, you’re a wonder.”
wrungverbUS /rʌŋ/
inflected form of “wring” — twist and press out of shape
From this reading “You’ve got all other inventors tied to the mast and screeching for help,” affirmed Ned, as he wrung his friend’s hand.
you're
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From this reading “Tom, my boy, you’re a wonder.”
You've
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From this reading “You’ve got all other inventors tied to the mast and screeching for help,” affirmed Ned, as he wrung his friend’s hand.
