5.00
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From this reading His income from the rental was only $5.00 per month, and it required half of that to pay the taxes upon the property; but he had a shelter for himself as well--not very comfortable it was true, but much more so than some of the houses he had occupied--and it was his own.
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading INVESTS IN REAL ESTATE--ACQUIRES A HOME--VICARIOUS WORK IN LOGAN TEMPLE--CONSEQUENT ELATION--PROMISE TO A DYING FRIEND--GRATUITOUS FULFILLMENT IN MANTI TEMPLE.
ACQUIRESverbUS /əˈkwaɪərz/
third-person singular of “acquire” — come into the possession of something concrete or abstract
From this reading INVESTS IN REAL ESTATE--ACQUIRES A HOME--VICARIOUS WORK IN LOGAN TEMPLE--CONSEQUENT ELATION--PROMISE TO A DYING FRIEND--GRATUITOUS FULFILLMENT IN MANTI TEMPLE.
in actual fact
From this reading In the course of a few years he found an opportunity of buying a small city lot north west of the capital grounds, with a rather old house upon it, for the modest sum which his capital represented, and he actually became a landlord.
(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 It was all the more appreciated when he thought of the improbability of his ever owning a home of any kind had he remained in his native land.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading In the course of a few years he found an opportunity of buying a small city lot north west of the capital grounds, with a rather old house upon it, for the modest sum which his capital represented, and he actually became a landlord.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading In the course of a few years he found an opportunity of buying a small city lot north west of the capital grounds, with a rather old house upon it, for the modest sum which his capital represented, and he actually became a landlord.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading It was all the more appreciated when he thought of the improbability of his ever owning a home of any kind had he remained in his native land.
appreciatedadjectiveUS /əˈpriːʃieɪtɪd/
fully understood or grasped
From this reading It was all the more appreciated when he thought of the improbability of his ever owning a home of any kind had he remained in his native land.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading His income from the rental was only $5.00 per month, and it required half of that to pay the taxes upon the property; but he had a shelter for himself as well--not very comfortable it was true, but much more so than some of the houses he had occupied--and it was his own.
inflected form of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition
From this reading In the course of a few years he found an opportunity of buying a small city lot north west of the capital grounds, with a rather old house upon it, for the modest sum which his capital represented, and he actually became a landlord.
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading He rented part of it to the former owner, who had lost the property through mortgaging it and being unable to meet the payments when his notes fell due.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading His income from the rental was only $5.00 per month, and it required half of that to pay the taxes upon the property; but he had a shelter for himself as well--not very comfortable it was true, but much more so than some of the houses he had occupied--and it was his own.
buyingnounUS /ˈbaɪɪŋ/
the act of buying
From this reading In the course of a few years he found an opportunity of buying a small city lot north west of the capital grounds, with a rather old house upon it, for the modest sum which his capital represented, and he actually became a landlord.
assets available for use in the production of further assets
From this reading In the course of a few years he found an opportunity of buying a small city lot north west of the capital grounds, with a rather old house upon it, for the modest sum which his capital represented, and he actually became a landlord.
a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts
From this reading In the course of a few years he found an opportunity of buying a small city lot north west of the capital grounds, with a rather old house upon it, for the modest sum which his capital represented, and he actually became a landlord.
providing or experiencing physical well-being or relief (“comfy” is informal)
From this reading His income from the rental was only $5.00 per month, and it required half of that to pay the taxes upon the property; but he had a shelter for himself as well--not very comfortable it was true, but much more so than some of the houses he had occupied--and it was his own.
CONSEQUENTadjectiveUS /ˈkɑːnsəkwənt/
occurring with or following as a consequence
From this reading INVESTS IN REAL ESTATE--ACQUIRES A HOME--VICARIOUS WORK IN LOGAN TEMPLE--CONSEQUENT ELATION--PROMISE TO A DYING FRIEND--GRATUITOUS FULFILLMENT IN MANTI TEMPLE.
education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings
From this reading In the course of a few years he found an opportunity of buying a small city lot north west of the capital grounds, with a rather old house upon it, for the modest sum which his capital represented, and he actually became a landlord.
owed and payable immediately or on demand
From this reading He rented part of it to the former owner, who had lost the property through mortgaging it and being unable to meet the payments when his notes fell due.
DYINGadjectiveUS /ˈdaɪɪŋ/
in or associated with the process of passing from life or ceasing to be
From this reading INVESTS IN REAL ESTATE--ACQUIRES A HOME--VICARIOUS WORK IN LOGAN TEMPLE--CONSEQUENT ELATION--PROMISE TO A DYING FRIEND--GRATUITOUS FULFILLMENT IN MANTI TEMPLE.
ELATIONnounUS /ɪˈleɪʃən/
an exhilarating psychological state of pride and optimism; an absence of depression
From this reading INVESTS IN REAL ESTATE--ACQUIRES A HOME--VICARIOUS WORK IN LOGAN TEMPLE--CONSEQUENT ELATION--PROMISE TO A DYING FRIEND--GRATUITOUS FULFILLMENT IN MANTI TEMPLE.
everything you own; all of your assets (whether real property or personal property) and liabilities
From this reading INVESTS IN REAL ESTATE--ACQUIRES A HOME--VICARIOUS WORK IN LOGAN TEMPLE--CONSEQUENT ELATION--PROMISE TO A DYING FRIEND--GRATUITOUS FULFILLMENT IN MANTI TEMPLE.
at any time
From this reading It was all the more appreciated when he thought of the improbability of his ever owning a home of any kind had he remained in his native land.
cause to fall by or as if by delivering a blow
From this reading He rented part of it to the former owner, who had lost the property through mortgaging it and being unable to meet the payments when his notes fell due.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number
From this reading In the course of a few years he found an opportunity of buying a small city lot north west of the capital grounds, with a rather old house upon it, for the modest sum which his capital represented, and he actually became a landlord.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading In the course of a few years he found an opportunity of buying a small city lot north west of the capital grounds, with a rather old house upon it, for the modest sum which his capital represented, and he actually became a landlord.
referring to the first of two things or persons mentioned (or the earlier one or ones of several)
From this reading He rented part of it to the former owner, who had lost the property through mortgaging it and being unable to meet the payments when his notes fell due.
set up or found
From this reading In the course of a few years he found an opportunity of buying a small city lot north west of the capital grounds, with a rather old house upon it, for the modest sum which his capital represented, and he actually became a landlord.
a person you know well and regard with affection and trust
From this reading INVESTS IN REAL ESTATE--ACQUIRES A HOME--VICARIOUS WORK IN LOGAN TEMPLE--CONSEQUENT ELATION--PROMISE TO A DYING FRIEND--GRATUITOUS FULFILLMENT IN MANTI TEMPLE.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading His income from the rental was only $5.00 per month, and it required half of that to pay the taxes upon the property; but he had a shelter for himself as well--not very comfortable it was true, but much more so than some of the houses he had occupied--and it was his own.
FULFILLMENTnounUS /fʊlˈfɪlmənt/
a feeling of satisfaction at having achieved your desires
From this reading INVESTS IN REAL ESTATE--ACQUIRES A HOME--VICARIOUS WORK IN LOGAN TEMPLE--CONSEQUENT ELATION--PROMISE TO A DYING FRIEND--GRATUITOUS FULFILLMENT IN MANTI TEMPLE.
GRATUITOUSadjectiveUS /ɡrəˈtuːətəs/
without cause
From this reading INVESTS IN REAL ESTATE--ACQUIRES A HOME--VICARIOUS WORK IN LOGAN TEMPLE--CONSEQUENT ELATION--PROMISE TO A DYING FRIEND--GRATUITOUS FULFILLMENT IN MANTI TEMPLE.
your basis for belief or disbelief; knowledge on which to base belief
From this reading In the course of a few years he found an opportunity of buying a small city lot north west of the capital grounds, with a rather old house upon it, for the modest sum which his capital represented, and he actually became a landlord.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading He rented part of it to the former owner, who had lost the property through mortgaging it and being unable to meet the payments when his notes fell due.
consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity
From this reading His income from the rental was only $5.00 per month, and it required half of that to pay the taxes upon the property; but he had a shelter for himself as well--not very comfortable it was true, but much more so than some of the houses he had occupied--and it was his own.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading In the course of a few years he found an opportunity of buying a small city lot north west of the capital grounds, with a rather old house upon it, for the modest sum which his capital represented, and he actually became a landlord.
used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object
From this reading His income from the rental was only $5.00 per month, and it required half of that to pay the taxes upon the property; but he had a shelter for himself as well--not very comfortable it was true, but much more so than some of the houses he had occupied--and it was his own.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading In the course of a few years he found an opportunity of buying a small city lot north west of the capital grounds, with a rather old house upon it, for the modest sum which his capital represented, and he actually became a landlord.
where you live at a particular time
From this reading INVESTS IN REAL ESTATE--ACQUIRES A HOME--VICARIOUS WORK IN LOGAN TEMPLE--CONSEQUENT ELATION--PROMISE TO A DYING FRIEND--GRATUITOUS FULFILLMENT IN MANTI TEMPLE.
a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families
From this reading In the course of a few years he found an opportunity of buying a small city lot north west of the capital grounds, with a rather old house upon it, for the modest sum which his capital represented, and he actually became a landlord.
plural of “house” — a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families
From this reading His income from the rental was only $5.00 per month, and it required half of that to pay the taxes upon the property; but he had a shelter for himself as well--not very comfortable it was true, but much more so than some of the houses he had occupied--and it was his own.
improbabilitynoun
the quality of being improbable
From this reading It was all the more appreciated when he thought of the improbability of his ever owning a home of any kind had he remained in his native land.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading INVESTS IN REAL ESTATE--ACQUIRES A HOME--VICARIOUS WORK IN LOGAN TEMPLE--CONSEQUENT ELATION--PROMISE TO A DYING FRIEND--GRATUITOUS FULFILLMENT IN MANTI TEMPLE.
incomenounUS /ˈɪnkʌm/
the financial gain (earned or unearned) accruing over a given period of time
From this reading His income from the rental was only $5.00 per month, and it required half of that to pay the taxes upon the property; but he had a shelter for himself as well--not very comfortable it was true, but much more so than some of the houses he had occupied--and it was his own.
INVESTSverbUS /ˌɪnˈvests/
third-person singular of “invest” — make an investment
From this reading INVESTS IN REAL ESTATE--ACQUIRES A HOME--VICARIOUS WORK IN LOGAN TEMPLE--CONSEQUENT ELATION--PROMISE TO A DYING FRIEND--GRATUITOUS FULFILLMENT IN MANTI TEMPLE.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading In the course of a few years he found an opportunity of buying a small city lot north west of the capital grounds, with a rather old house upon it, for the modest sum which his capital represented, and he actually became a landlord.
having or showing a tender and considerate and helpful nature; used especially of persons and their behavior
From this reading It was all the more appreciated when he thought of the improbability of his ever owning a home of any kind had he remained in his native land.
the land on which real estate is located
From this reading It was all the more appreciated when he thought of the improbability of his ever owning a home of any kind had he remained in his native land.
landlordnounUS /ˈlændlɔːrd/
a landowner who leases to others
From this reading In the course of a few years he found an opportunity of buying a small city lot north west of the capital grounds, with a rather old house upon it, for the modest sum which his capital represented, and he actually became a landlord.
LOGANnounUS /ˈloʊɡən/
a mountain peak in the St. Elias Range in the southwestern Yukon Territory in Canada (19,850 feet high)
From this reading INVESTS IN REAL ESTATE--ACQUIRES A HOME--VICARIOUS WORK IN LOGAN TEMPLE--CONSEQUENT ELATION--PROMISE TO A DYING FRIEND--GRATUITOUS FULFILLMENT IN MANTI TEMPLE.
no longer in your possession or control; unable to be found or recovered
From this reading He rented part of it to the former owner, who had lost the property through mortgaging it and being unable to meet the payments when his notes fell due.
(often followed by “of”) a large number or amount or extent
From this reading In the course of a few years he found an opportunity of buying a small city lot north west of the capital grounds, with a rather old house upon it, for the modest sum which his capital represented, and he actually became a landlord.
MANTI
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From this reading INVESTS IN REAL ESTATE--ACQUIRES A HOME--VICARIOUS WORK IN LOGAN TEMPLE--CONSEQUENT ELATION--PROMISE TO A DYING FRIEND--GRATUITOUS FULFILLMENT IN MANTI TEMPLE.
come together
From this reading He rented part of it to the former owner, who had lost the property through mortgaging it and being unable to meet the payments when his notes fell due.
modestadjectiveUS /ˈmɑːdəst/
marked by simplicity; having a humble opinion of yourself
From this reading In the course of a few years he found an opportunity of buying a small city lot north west of the capital grounds, with a rather old house upon it, for the modest sum which his capital represented, and he actually became a landlord.
one of the twelve divisions of the calendar year
From this reading His income from the rental was only $5.00 per month, and it required half of that to pay the taxes upon the property; but he had a shelter for himself as well--not very comfortable it was true, but much more so than some of the houses he had occupied--and it was his own.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading His income from the rental was only $5.00 per month, and it required half of that to pay the taxes upon the property; but he had a shelter for himself as well--not very comfortable it was true, but much more so than some of the houses he had occupied--and it was his own.
mortgagingverbUS /ˈmɔːrɡɪdʒɪŋ/
-ing form of “mortgage” — put up as security or collateral
From this reading He rented part of it to the former owner, who had lost the property through mortgaging it and being unable to meet the payments when his notes fell due.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading His income from the rental was only $5.00 per month, and it required half of that to pay the taxes upon the property; but he had a shelter for himself as well--not very comfortable it was true, but much more so than some of the houses he had occupied--and it was his own.
characteristic of or existing by virtue of geographic origin
From this reading It was all the more appreciated when he thought of the improbability of his ever owning a home of any kind had he remained in his native land.
the region of the United States lying to the north of the Mason-Dixon line
From this reading In the course of a few years he found an opportunity of buying a small city lot north west of the capital grounds, with a rather old house upon it, for the modest sum which his capital represented, and he actually became a landlord.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading His income from the rental was only $5.00 per month, and it required half of that to pay the taxes upon the property; but he had a shelter for himself as well--not very comfortable it was true, but much more so than some of the houses he had occupied--and it was his own.
plural of “note” — a brief written record
From this reading He rented part of it to the former owner, who had lost the property through mortgaging it and being unable to meet the payments when his notes fell due.
held or filled or in use
From this reading His income from the rental was only $5.00 per month, and it required half of that to pay the taxes upon the property; but he had a shelter for himself as well--not very comfortable it was true, but much more so than some of the houses he had occupied--and it was his own.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading In the course of a few years he found an opportunity of buying a small city lot north west of the capital grounds, with a rather old house upon it, for the modest sum which his capital represented, and he actually became a landlord.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading In the course of a few years he found an opportunity of buying a small city lot north west of the capital grounds, with a rather old house upon it, for the modest sum which his capital represented, and he actually became a landlord.
and nothing more
From this reading His income from the rental was only $5.00 per month, and it required half of that to pay the taxes upon the property; but he had a shelter for himself as well--not very comfortable it was true, but much more so than some of the houses he had occupied--and it was his own.
a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances
From this reading In the course of a few years he found an opportunity of buying a small city lot north west of the capital grounds, with a rather old house upon it, for the modest sum which his capital represented, and he actually became a landlord.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading His income from the rental was only $5.00 per month, and it required half of that to pay the taxes upon the property; but he had a shelter for himself as well--not very comfortable it was true, but much more so than some of the houses he had occupied--and it was his own.
(law) someone who owns (is legal possessor of) a business
From this reading He rented part of it to the former owner, who had lost the property through mortgaging it and being unable to meet the payments when his notes fell due.
owningverbUS /ˈoʊnɪŋ/
-ing form of “own” — have ownership or possession of
From this reading It was all the more appreciated when he thought of the improbability of his ever owning a home of any kind had he remained in his native land.
something determined in relation to something that includes it
From this reading He rented part of it to the former owner, who had lost the property through mortgaging it and being unable to meet the payments when his notes fell due.
give money, usually in exchange for goods or services
From this reading His income from the rental was only $5.00 per month, and it required half of that to pay the taxes upon the property; but he had a shelter for himself as well--not very comfortable it was true, but much more so than some of the houses he had occupied--and it was his own.
paymentsnounUS /ˈpeɪmənts/
plural of “payment” — a sum of money paid or a claim discharged
From this reading He rented part of it to the former owner, who had lost the property through mortgaging it and being unable to meet the payments when his notes fell due.
for each
From this reading His income from the rental was only $5.00 per month, and it required half of that to pay the taxes upon the property; but he had a shelter for himself as well--not very comfortable it was true, but much more so than some of the houses he had occupied--and it was his own.
make a promise or commitment
From this reading INVESTS IN REAL ESTATE--ACQUIRES A HOME--VICARIOUS WORK IN LOGAN TEMPLE--CONSEQUENT ELATION--PROMISE TO A DYING FRIEND--GRATUITOUS FULFILLMENT IN MANTI TEMPLE.
something owned; any tangible or intangible possession that is owned by someone
From this reading He rented part of it to the former owner, who had lost the property through mortgaging it and being unable to meet the payments when his notes fell due.
on the contrary
From this reading In the course of a few years he found an opportunity of buying a small city lot north west of the capital grounds, with a rather old house upon it, for the modest sum which his capital represented, and he actually became a landlord.
being or occurring in fact or actuality; having verified existence; not illusory
From this reading INVESTS IN REAL ESTATE--ACQUIRES A HOME--VICARIOUS WORK IN LOGAN TEMPLE--CONSEQUENT ELATION--PROMISE TO A DYING FRIEND--GRATUITOUS FULFILLMENT IN MANTI TEMPLE.
past form of “remain” — stay the same; remain in a certain state
From this reading It was all the more appreciated when he thought of the improbability of his ever owning a home of any kind had he remained in his native land.
rentalnounUS /ˈrentəl/
property that is leased or rented out or let
From this reading His income from the rental was only $5.00 per month, and it required half of that to pay the taxes upon the property; but he had a shelter for himself as well--not very comfortable it was true, but much more so than some of the houses he had occupied--and it was his own.
rentedverbUS /ˈrentɪd/
past form of “rent” — let for money
From this reading He rented part of it to the former owner, who had lost the property through mortgaging it and being unable to meet the payments when his notes fell due.
representedadjectiveUS /ˌreprɪˈzentɪd/
represented accurately or precisely
From this reading In the course of a few years he found an opportunity of buying a small city lot north west of the capital grounds, with a rather old house upon it, for the modest sum which his capital represented, and he actually became a landlord.
necessary for relief or supply
From this reading His income from the rental was only $5.00 per month, and it required half of that to pay the taxes upon the property; but he had a shelter for himself as well--not very comfortable it was true, but much more so than some of the houses he had occupied--and it was his own.
a structure that provides privacy and protection from danger
From this reading His income from the rental was only $5.00 per month, and it required half of that to pay the taxes upon the property; but he had a shelter for himself as well--not very comfortable it was true, but much more so than some of the houses he had occupied--and it was his own.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading In the course of a few years he found an opportunity of buying a small city lot north west of the capital grounds, with a rather old house upon it, for the modest sum which his capital represented, and he actually became a landlord.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading His income from the rental was only $5.00 per month, and it required half of that to pay the taxes upon the property; but he had a shelter for himself as well--not very comfortable it was true, but much more so than some of the houses he had occupied--and it was his own.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading His income from the rental was only $5.00 per month, and it required half of that to pay the taxes upon the property; but he had a shelter for himself as well--not very comfortable it was true, but much more so than some of the houses he had occupied--and it was his own.
a quantity of money
From this reading In the course of a few years he found an opportunity of buying a small city lot north west of the capital grounds, with a rather old house upon it, for the modest sum which his capital represented, and he actually became a landlord.
taxesnounUS /ˈtæksəz/
plural of “tax” — charge against a citizen's person or property or activity for the support of government
From this reading His income from the rental was only $5.00 per month, and it required half of that to pay the taxes upon the property; but he had a shelter for himself as well--not very comfortable it was true, but much more so than some of the houses he had occupied--and it was his own.
place of worship consisting of an edifice for the worship of a deity
From this reading INVESTS IN REAL ESTATE--ACQUIRES A HOME--VICARIOUS WORK IN LOGAN TEMPLE--CONSEQUENT ELATION--PROMISE TO A DYING FRIEND--GRATUITOUS FULFILLMENT IN MANTI TEMPLE.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading His income from the rental was only $5.00 per month, and it required half of that to pay the taxes upon the property; but he had a shelter for himself as well--not very comfortable it was true, but much more so than some of the houses he had occupied--and it was his own.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading His income from the rental was only $5.00 per month, and it required half of that to pay the taxes upon the property; but he had a shelter for himself as well--not very comfortable it was true, but much more so than some of the houses he had occupied--and it was his own.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading In the course of a few years he found an opportunity of buying a small city lot north west of the capital grounds, with a rather old house upon it, for the modest sum which his capital represented, and he actually became a landlord.
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading It was all the more appreciated when he thought of the improbability of his ever owning a home of any kind had he remained in his native land.
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading He rented part of it to the former owner, who had lost the property through mortgaging it and being unable to meet the payments when his notes fell due.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading INVESTS IN REAL ESTATE--ACQUIRES A HOME--VICARIOUS WORK IN LOGAN TEMPLE--CONSEQUENT ELATION--PROMISE TO A DYING FRIEND--GRATUITOUS FULFILLMENT IN MANTI TEMPLE.
consistent with fact or reality; not false
From this reading His income from the rental was only $5.00 per month, and it required half of that to pay the taxes upon the property; but he had a shelter for himself as well--not very comfortable it was true, but much more so than some of the houses he had occupied--and it was his own.
(usually followed by “to”) not having the necessary means or skill or know-how
From this reading He rented part of it to the former owner, who had lost the property through mortgaging it and being unable to meet the payments when his notes fell due.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading In the course of a few years he found an opportunity of buying a small city lot north west of the capital grounds, with a rather old house upon it, for the modest sum which his capital represented, and he actually became a landlord.
precisely as stated
From this reading His income from the rental was only $5.00 per month, and it required half of that to pay the taxes upon the property; but he had a shelter for himself as well--not very comfortable it was true, but much more so than some of the houses he had occupied--and it was his own.
VICARIOUSadjectiveUS /vaɪˈkeriəs/
experienced at secondhand
From this reading INVESTS IN REAL ESTATE--ACQUIRES A HOME--VICARIOUS WORK IN LOGAN TEMPLE--CONSEQUENT ELATION--PROMISE TO A DYING FRIEND--GRATUITOUS FULFILLMENT IN MANTI TEMPLE.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading His income from the rental was only $5.00 per month, and it required half of that to pay the taxes upon the property; but he had a shelter for himself as well--not very comfortable it was true, but much more so than some of the houses he had occupied--and it was his own.
(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 His income from the rental was only $5.00 per month, and it required half of that to pay the taxes upon the property; but he had a shelter for himself as well--not very comfortable it was true, but much more so than some of the houses he had occupied--and it was his own.
the countries of (originally) Europe and (now including) North America and South America
From this reading In the course of a few years he found an opportunity of buying a small city lot north west of the capital grounds, with a rather old house upon it, for the modest sum which his capital represented, and he actually became a landlord.
at the time that
From this reading He rented part of it to the former owner, who had lost the property through mortgaging it and being unable to meet the payments when his notes fell due.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading In the course of a few years he found an opportunity of buying a small city lot north west of the capital grounds, with a rather old house upon it, for the modest sum which his capital represented, and he actually became a landlord.
which person or people
From this reading He rented part of it to the former owner, who had lost the property through mortgaging it and being unable to meet the payments when his notes fell due.
in the company of; together with
From this reading In the course of a few years he found an opportunity of buying a small city lot north west of the capital grounds, with a rather old house upon it, for the modest sum which his capital represented, and he actually became a landlord.
exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity
From this reading INVESTS IN REAL ESTATE--ACQUIRES A HOME--VICARIOUS WORK IN LOGAN TEMPLE--CONSEQUENT ELATION--PROMISE TO A DYING FRIEND--GRATUITOUS FULFILLMENT IN MANTI TEMPLE.
a late time of life
From this reading In the course of a few years he found an opportunity of buying a small city lot north west of the capital grounds, with a rather old house upon it, for the modest sum which his capital represented, and he actually became a landlord.
