Chapter XI · Chapter 11

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

From this reading Although the hours from four until six in the afternoon were devoted to recreation, it was expected that those of the students who wished to visit friends in town would ask for a pass before attempting to leave the grounds; but we have seen that they didn't.

the part of the day between noon and evening

From this reading Although the hours from four until six in the afternoon were devoted to recreation, it was expected that those of the students who wished to visit friends in town would ask for a pass before attempting to leave the grounds; but we have seen that they didn't.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading Although the hours from four until six in the afternoon were devoted to recreation, it was expected that those of the students who wished to visit friends in town would ask for a pass before attempting to leave the grounds; but we have seen that they didn't.

surrounded by; in the middle of a group

From this reading There were some professional guard-runners among them, and on this particular afternoon they appeared in full force.

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

From this reading There were some professional guard-runners among them, and on this particular afternoon they appeared in full force.

past form of “appear” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading There were some professional guard-runners among them, and on this particular afternoon they appeared in full force.

make a request or demand for something to somebody

From this reading Although the hours from four until six in the afternoon were devoted to recreation, it was expected that those of the students who wished to visit friends in town would ask for a pass before attempting to leave the grounds; but we have seen that they didn't.

-ing form of “attempt” — make an effort or attempt

From this reading Although the hours from four until six in the afternoon were devoted to recreation, it was expected that those of the students who wished to visit friends in town would ask for a pass before attempting to leave the grounds; but we have seen that they didn't.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading Although the hours from four until six in the afternoon were devoted to recreation, it was expected that those of the students who wished to visit friends in town would ask for a pass before attempting to leave the grounds; but we have seen that they didn't.

the largest city in Montana; located in southern Montana on the Yellowstone river

From this reading "Come on, old fellow," Billings shouted to Marcy Gray, who was carrying a camp-chair toward a spreading maple that stood near the guard tent.

possessive form of “bud” — a partially opened flower

From this reading BUD'S MESSENGER IN TROUBLE.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading Although the hours from four until six in the afternoon were devoted to recreation, it was expected that those of the students who wished to visit friends in town would ask for a pass before attempting to leave the grounds; but we have seen that they didn't.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading "Come on, old fellow," Billings shouted to Marcy Gray, who was carrying a camp-chair toward a spreading maple that stood near the guard tent.

-ing form of “carry” — move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body

From this reading "Come on, old fellow," Billings shouted to Marcy Gray, who was carrying a camp-chair toward a spreading maple that stood near the guard tent.

move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading "Come on, old fellow," Billings shouted to Marcy Gray, who was carrying a camp-chair toward a spreading maple that stood near the guard tent.

zealous in devotion or affection

From this reading Although the hours from four until six in the afternoon were devoted to recreation, it was expected that those of the students who wished to visit friends in town would ask for a pass before attempting to leave the grounds; but we have seen that they didn't.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading Although the hours from four until six in the afternoon were devoted to recreation, it was expected that those of the students who wished to visit friends in town would ask for a pass before attempting to leave the grounds; but we have seen that they didn't.

considered likely or probable to happen or arrive

From this reading Although the hours from four until six in the afternoon were devoted to recreation, it was expected that those of the students who wished to visit friends in town would ask for a pass before attempting to leave the grounds; but we have seen that they didn't.

a boy or man

From this reading "Come on, old fellow," Billings shouted to Marcy Gray, who was carrying a camp-chair toward a spreading maple that stood near the guard tent.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Although the hours from four until six in the afternoon were devoted to recreation, it was expected that those of the students who wished to visit friends in town would ask for a pass before attempting to leave the grounds; but we have seen that they didn't.

a powerful effect or influence

From this reading There were some professional guard-runners among them, and on this particular afternoon they appeared in full force.

the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one

From this reading Although the hours from four until six in the afternoon were devoted to recreation, it was expected that those of the students who wished to visit friends in town would ask for a pass before attempting to leave the grounds; but we have seen that they didn't.

plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading Although the hours from four until six in the afternoon were devoted to recreation, it was expected that those of the students who wished to visit friends in town would ask for a pass before attempting to leave the grounds; but we have seen that they didn't.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Although the hours from four until six in the afternoon were devoted to recreation, it was expected that those of the students who wished to visit friends in town would ask for a pass before attempting to leave the grounds; but we have seen that they didn't.

containing as much or as many as is possible or normal

From this reading There were some professional guard-runners among them, and on this particular afternoon they appeared in full force.

a neutral achromatic color midway between white and black

From this reading "Come on, old fellow," Billings shouted to Marcy Gray, who was carrying a camp-chair toward a spreading maple that stood near the guard tent.

your basis for belief or disbelief; knowledge on which to base belief

From this reading Although the hours from four until six in the afternoon were devoted to recreation, it was expected that those of the students who wished to visit friends in town would ask for a pass before attempting to leave the grounds; but we have seen that they didn't.

a person who keeps watch over something or someone

From this reading "Come on, old fellow," Billings shouted to Marcy Gray, who was carrying a camp-chair toward a spreading maple that stood near the guard tent.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading There were some professional guard-runners among them, and on this particular afternoon they appeared in full force.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading Although the hours from four until six in the afternoon were devoted to recreation, it was expected that those of the students who wished to visit friends in town would ask for a pass before attempting to leave the grounds; but we have seen that they didn't.

in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is

From this reading "No; I think I will stay here and try to read," replied Marcy.

a period of time assigned for work

From this reading Although the hours from four until six in the afternoon were devoted to recreation, it was expected that those of the students who wished to visit friends in town would ask for a pass before attempting to leave the grounds; but we have seen that they didn't.

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading "No; I think I will stay here and try to read," replied Marcy.

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

From this reading BUD'S MESSENGER IN TROUBLE.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Although the hours from four until six in the afternoon were devoted to recreation, it was expected that those of the students who wished to visit friends in town would ask for a pass before attempting to leave the grounds; but we have seen that they didn't.

go away from a place

From this reading Although the hours from four until six in the afternoon were devoted to recreation, it was expected that those of the students who wished to visit friends in town would ask for a pass before attempting to leave the grounds; but we have seen that they didn't.

wood of any of various maple trees; especially the hard close-grained wood of the sugar maple; used especially for furniture and flooring

From this reading "Come on, old fellow," Billings shouted to Marcy Gray, who was carrying a camp-chair toward a spreading maple that stood near the guard tent.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading "Come on, old fellow," Billings shouted to Marcy Gray, who was carrying a camp-chair toward a spreading maple that stood near the guard tent.

a person who carries a message

From this reading BUD'S MESSENGER IN TROUBLE.

near in time or place or relationship

From this reading "Come on, old fellow," Billings shouted to Marcy Gray, who was carrying a camp-chair toward a spreading maple that stood near the guard tent.

not any; not one

From this reading "No; I think I will stay here and try to read," replied Marcy.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Although the hours from four until six in the afternoon were devoted to recreation, it was expected that those of the students who wished to visit friends in town would ask for a pass before attempting to leave the grounds; but we have seen that they didn't.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading "Come on, old fellow," Billings shouted to Marcy Gray, who was carrying a camp-chair toward a spreading maple that stood near the guard tent.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading There were some professional guard-runners among them, and on this particular afternoon they appeared in full force.

unique or specific to a person or thing or category

From this reading There were some professional guard-runners among them, and on this particular afternoon they appeared in full force.

go across or through

From this reading Although the hours from four until six in the afternoon were devoted to recreation, it was expected that those of the students who wished to visit friends in town would ask for a pass before attempting to leave the grounds; but we have seen that they didn't.

engaged in a profession or engaging in as a profession or means of livelihood

From this reading There were some professional guard-runners among them, and on this particular afternoon they appeared in full force.

interpret something that is written or printed

From this reading "No; I think I will stay here and try to read," replied Marcy.

an activity that diverts or amuses or stimulates

From this reading Although the hours from four until six in the afternoon were devoted to recreation, it was expected that those of the students who wished to visit friends in town would ask for a pass before attempting to leave the grounds; but we have seen that they didn't.

inflected form of “reply” — react verbally

From this reading "No; I think I will stay here and try to read," replied Marcy.

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

From this reading Although the hours from four until six in the afternoon were devoted to recreation, it was expected that those of the students who wished to visit friends in town would ask for a pass before attempting to leave the grounds; but we have seen that they didn't.

in a vehement outcry

From this reading "Come on, old fellow," Billings shouted to Marcy Gray, who was carrying a camp-chair toward a spreading maple that stood near the guard tent.

the cardinal number that is the sum of five and one

From this reading Although the hours from four until six in the afternoon were devoted to recreation, it was expected that those of the students who wished to visit friends in town would ask for a pass before attempting to leave the grounds; but we have seen that they didn't.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading There were some professional guard-runners among them, and on this particular afternoon they appeared in full force.

process or result of distributing or extending over a wide expanse of space

From this reading "Come on, old fellow," Billings shouted to Marcy Gray, who was carrying a camp-chair toward a spreading maple that stood near the guard tent.

stay the same; remain in a certain state

From this reading "No; I think I will stay here and try to read," replied Marcy.

Maintained an upright posture.

From this reading "Come on, old fellow," Billings shouted to Marcy Gray, who was carrying a camp-chair toward a spreading maple that stood near the guard tent.

plural of “student” — a learner who is enrolled in an educational institution

From this reading Although the hours from four until six in the afternoon were devoted to recreation, it was expected that those of the students who wished to visit friends in town would ask for a pass before attempting to leave the grounds; but we have seen that they didn't.

a portable shelter (usually of canvas stretched over supporting poles and fastened to the ground with ropes and pegs)

From this reading "Come on, old fellow," Billings shouted to Marcy Gray, who was carrying a camp-chair toward a spreading maple that stood near the guard tent.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Although the hours from four until six in the afternoon were devoted to recreation, it was expected that those of the students who wished to visit friends in town would ask for a pass before attempting to leave the grounds; but we have seen that they didn't.

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

From this reading Although the hours from four until six in the afternoon were devoted to recreation, it was expected that those of the students who wished to visit friends in town would ask for a pass before attempting to leave the grounds; but we have seen that they didn't.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading There were some professional guard-runners among them, and on this particular afternoon they appeared in full force.

in or at that place or location

From this reading There were some professional guard-runners among them, and on this particular afternoon they appeared in full force.

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

From this reading Although the hours from four until six in the afternoon were devoted to recreation, it was expected that those of the students who wished to visit friends in town would ask for a pass before attempting to leave the grounds; but we have seen that they didn't.

judge or regard; look upon; judge

From this reading "No; I think I will stay here and try to read," replied Marcy.

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

From this reading There were some professional guard-runners among them, and on this particular afternoon they appeared in full force.

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

From this reading Although the hours from four until six in the afternoon were devoted to recreation, it was expected that those of the students who wished to visit friends in town would ask for a pass before attempting to leave the grounds; but we have seen that they didn't.

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

From this reading Although the hours from four until six in the afternoon were devoted to recreation, it was expected that those of the students who wished to visit friends in town would ask for a pass before attempting to leave the grounds; but we have seen that they didn't.

in the direction of

From this reading "Come on, old fellow," Billings shouted to Marcy Gray, who was carrying a camp-chair toward a spreading maple that stood near the guard tent.

an urban area with a fixed boundary that is smaller than a city

From this reading Although the hours from four until six in the afternoon were devoted to recreation, it was expected that those of the students who wished to visit friends in town would ask for a pass before attempting to leave the grounds; but we have seen that they didn't.

a source of difficulty

From this reading BUD'S MESSENGER IN TROUBLE.

make an effort or attempt

From this reading "No; I think I will stay here and try to read," replied Marcy.

up to a particular time

From this reading Although the hours from four until six in the afternoon were devoted to recreation, it was expected that those of the students who wished to visit friends in town would ask for a pass before attempting to leave the grounds; but we have seen that they didn't.

go to see a place, as for entertainment

From this reading Although the hours from four until six in the afternoon were devoted to recreation, it was expected that those of the students who wished to visit friends in town would ask for a pass before attempting to leave the grounds; but we have seen that they didn't.

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

From this reading Although the hours from four until six in the afternoon were devoted to recreation, it was expected that those of the students who wished to visit friends in town would ask for a pass before attempting to leave the grounds; but we have seen that they didn't.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading Although the hours from four until six in the afternoon were devoted to recreation, it was expected that those of the students who wished to visit friends in town would ask for a pass before attempting to leave the grounds; but we have seen that they didn't.

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

From this reading Although the hours from four until six in the afternoon were devoted to recreation, it was expected that those of the students who wished to visit friends in town would ask for a pass before attempting to leave the grounds; but we have seen that they didn't.

which person or people

From this reading Although the hours from four until six in the afternoon were devoted to recreation, it was expected that those of the students who wished to visit friends in town would ask for a pass before attempting to leave the grounds; but we have seen that they didn't.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading "No; I think I will stay here and try to read," replied Marcy.

past form of “wish” — hope for; have a wish

From this reading Although the hours from four until six in the afternoon were devoted to recreation, it was expected that those of the students who wished to visit friends in town would ask for a pass before attempting to leave the grounds; but we have seen that they didn't.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading Although the hours from four until six in the afternoon were devoted to recreation, it was expected that those of the students who wished to visit friends in town would ask for a pass before attempting to leave the grounds; but we have seen that they didn't.