Chapter XXIV

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

From this reading And a very discontented, savage, and disconcerted pair they were, for things did not seem to be going right with them.

past form of “add” — make an addition (to); join or combine or unite with others; increase the quality, quantity, size or scope of

From this reading Then, added to this source of annoyance, there was the fact that, in spite of all their efforts, Ralph Rexworth was rising in his schoolmates' esteem, and his influence, coupled with that of Warren and Charlton, was making itself steadily felt, to the diminution of their own powers.

the part of the day between noon and evening

From this reading FOR THE SAKE OF REVENGE Now, on that very afternoon when Ralph and his two friends, on their visit to Crab Tree Hill, were driven by the storm to seek shelter in that preserve, Horace Elgert and his companion Dobson, were standing in close consultation.

(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 Then, added to this source of annoyance, there was the fact that, in spite of all their efforts, Ralph Rexworth was rising in his schoolmates' esteem, and his influence, coupled with that of Warren and Charlton, was making itself steadily felt, to the diminution of their own powers.

Having no one else present.

From this reading They quarrelled over it, too, Elgert still declaring that, as Dobson had changed it, he would alone be to blame, and Dobson retorting by saying that he would confess that he received it from Elgert.

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

From this reading FOR THE SAKE OF REVENGE Now, on that very afternoon when Ralph and his two friends, on their visit to Crab Tree Hill, were driven by the storm to seek shelter in that preserve, Horace Elgert and his companion Dobson, were standing in close consultation.

the psychological state of being irritated or annoyed

From this reading Then, added to this source of annoyance, there was the fact that, in spite of all their efforts, Ralph Rexworth was rising in his schoolmates' esteem, and his influence, coupled with that of Warren and Charlton, was making itself steadily felt, to the diminution of their own powers.

quick to understand

From this reading In the first place, that miserable five-pound note was still missing, and though the man at the cake-shop had promised that he would get it for them if possible, he had not yet kept his word; and while it was still in other hands both boys trembled with apprehensive fears.

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

From this reading They quarrelled over it, too, Elgert still declaring that, as Dobson had changed it, he would alone be to blame, and Dobson retorting by saying that he would confess that he received it from Elgert.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading In the first place, that miserable five-pound note was still missing, and though the man at the cake-shop had promised that he would get it for them if possible, he had not yet kept his word; and while it was still in other hands both boys trembled with apprehensive fears.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading And a very discontented, savage, and disconcerted pair they were, for things did not seem to be going right with them.

put or pin the blame on

From this reading They quarrelled over it, too, Elgert still declaring that, as Dobson had changed it, he would alone be to blame, and Dobson retorting by saying that he would confess that he received it from Elgert.

the two together, not just one

From this reading In the first place, that miserable five-pound note was still missing, and though the man at the cake-shop had promised that he would get it for them if possible, he had not yet kept his word; and while it was still in other hands both boys trembled with apprehensive fears.

plural of “boy” — a youthful male person

From this reading In the first place, that miserable five-pound note was still missing, and though the man at the cake-shop had promised that he would get it for them if possible, he had not yet kept his word; and while it was still in other hands both boys trembled with apprehensive fears.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading FOR THE SAKE OF REVENGE Now, on that very afternoon when Ralph and his two friends, on their visit to Crab Tree Hill, were driven by the storm to seek shelter in that preserve, Horace Elgert and his companion Dobson, were standing in close consultation.

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From this reading In the first place, that miserable five-pound note was still missing, and though the man at the cake-shop had promised that he would get it for them if possible, he had not yet kept his word; and while it was still in other hands both boys trembled with apprehensive fears.

made or become different in nature or form

From this reading They quarrelled over it, too, Elgert still declaring that, as Dobson had changed it, he would alone be to blame, and Dobson retorting by saying that he would confess that he received it from Elgert.

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From this reading Then, added to this source of annoyance, there was the fact that, in spite of all their efforts, Ralph Rexworth was rising in his schoolmates' esteem, and his influence, coupled with that of Warren and Charlton, was making itself steadily felt, to the diminution of their own powers.

at or within a short distance in space or time or having elements near each other

From this reading FOR THE SAKE OF REVENGE Now, on that very afternoon when Ralph and his two friends, on their visit to Crab Tree Hill, were driven by the storm to seek shelter in that preserve, Horace Elgert and his companion Dobson, were standing in close consultation.

a friend who is frequently in the company of another

From this reading FOR THE SAKE OF REVENGE Now, on that very afternoon when Ralph and his two friends, on their visit to Crab Tree Hill, were driven by the storm to seek shelter in that preserve, Horace Elgert and his companion Dobson, were standing in close consultation.

confess to a punishable or reprehensible deed, usually under pressure

From this reading They quarrelled over it, too, Elgert still declaring that, as Dobson had changed it, he would alone be to blame, and Dobson retorting by saying that he would confess that he received it from Elgert.

a conference (usually with someone important)

From this reading FOR THE SAKE OF REVENGE Now, on that very afternoon when Ralph and his two friends, on their visit to Crab Tree Hill, were driven by the storm to seek shelter in that preserve, Horace Elgert and his companion Dobson, were standing in close consultation.

joined together especially in a pair or pairs

From this reading Then, added to this source of annoyance, there was the fact that, in spite of all their efforts, Ralph Rexworth was rising in his schoolmates' esteem, and his influence, coupled with that of Warren and Charlton, was making itself steadily felt, to the diminution of their own powers.

decapod having eyes on short stalks and a broad flattened carapace with a small abdomen folded under the thorax and pincers

From this reading FOR THE SAKE OF REVENGE Now, on that very afternoon when Ralph and his two friends, on their visit to Crab Tree Hill, were driven by the storm to seek shelter in that preserve, Horace Elgert and his companion Dobson, were standing in close consultation.

-ing form of “declare” — state emphatically and authoritatively

From this reading They quarrelled over it, too, Elgert still declaring that, as Dobson had changed it, he would alone be to blame, and Dobson retorting by saying that he would confess that he received it from Elgert.

the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives

From this reading And a very discontented, savage, and disconcerted pair they were, for things did not seem to be going right with them.

change toward something smaller or lower

From this reading Then, added to this source of annoyance, there was the fact that, in spite of all their efforts, Ralph Rexworth was rising in his schoolmates' esteem, and his influence, coupled with that of Warren and Charlton, was making itself steadily felt, to the diminution of their own powers.

having self-possession upset; thrown into confusion

From this reading And a very discontented, savage, and disconcerted pair they were, for things did not seem to be going right with them.

showing or experiencing dissatisfaction or restless longing

From this reading And a very discontented, savage, and disconcerted pair they were, for things did not seem to be going right with them.

large brown aquatic larva of the dobsonfly; used as fishing bait

From this reading FOR THE SAKE OF REVENGE Now, on that very afternoon when Ralph and his two friends, on their visit to Crab Tree Hill, were driven by the storm to seek shelter in that preserve, Horace Elgert and his companion Dobson, were standing in close consultation.

compelled forcibly by an outside agency

From this reading FOR THE SAKE OF REVENGE Now, on that very afternoon when Ralph and his two friends, on their visit to Crab Tree Hill, were driven by the storm to seek shelter in that preserve, Horace Elgert and his companion Dobson, were standing in close consultation.

plural of “effort” — earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something

From this reading Then, added to this source of annoyance, there was the fact that, in spite of all their efforts, Ralph Rexworth was rising in his schoolmates' esteem, and his influence, coupled with that of Warren and Charlton, was making itself steadily felt, to the diminution of their own powers.

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From this reading FOR THE SAKE OF REVENGE Now, on that very afternoon when Ralph and his two friends, on their visit to Crab Tree Hill, were driven by the storm to seek shelter in that preserve, Horace Elgert and his companion Dobson, were standing in close consultation.

the condition of being honored (esteemed or respected or well regarded)

From this reading Then, added to this source of annoyance, there was the fact that, in spite of all their efforts, Ralph Rexworth was rising in his schoolmates' esteem, and his influence, coupled with that of Warren and Charlton, was making itself steadily felt, to the diminution of their own powers.

a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred

From this reading Then, added to this source of annoyance, there was the fact that, in spite of all their efforts, Ralph Rexworth was rising in his schoolmates' esteem, and his influence, coupled with that of Warren and Charlton, was making itself steadily felt, to the diminution of their own powers.

plural of “fear” — an emotion experienced in anticipation of some specific pain or danger (usually accompanied by a desire to flee or fight)

From this reading In the first place, that miserable five-pound note was still missing, and though the man at the cake-shop had promised that he would get it for them if possible, he had not yet kept his word; and while it was still in other hands both boys trembled with apprehensive fears.

mat together and make felt-like

From this reading Then, added to this source of annoyance, there was the fact that, in spite of all their efforts, Ralph Rexworth was rising in his schoolmates' esteem, and his influence, coupled with that of Warren and Charlton, was making itself steadily felt, to the diminution of their own powers.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading In the first place, that miserable five-pound note was still missing, and though the man at the cake-shop had promised that he would get it for them if possible, he had not yet kept his word; and while it was still in other hands both boys trembled with apprehensive fears.

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

From this reading In the first place, that miserable five-pound note was still missing, and though the man at the cake-shop had promised that he would get it for them if possible, he had not yet kept his word; and while it was still in other hands both boys trembled with apprehensive fears.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading FOR THE SAKE OF REVENGE Now, on that very afternoon when Ralph and his two friends, on their visit to Crab Tree Hill, were driven by the storm to seek shelter in that preserve, Horace Elgert and his companion Dobson, were standing in close consultation.

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

From this reading FOR THE SAKE OF REVENGE Now, on that very afternoon when Ralph and his two friends, on their visit to Crab Tree Hill, were driven by the storm to seek shelter in that preserve, Horace Elgert and his companion Dobson, were standing in close consultation.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading They quarrelled over it, too, Elgert still declaring that, as Dobson had changed it, he would alone be to blame, and Dobson retorting by saying that he would confess that he received it from Elgert.

come into the possession of something concrete or abstract

From this reading In the first place, that miserable five-pound note was still missing, and though the man at the cake-shop had promised that he would get it for them if possible, he had not yet kept his word; and while it was still in other hands both boys trembled with apprehensive fears.

the act of departing

From this reading And a very discontented, savage, and disconcerted pair they were, for things did not seem to be going right with them.

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

From this reading In the first place, that miserable five-pound note was still missing, and though the man at the cake-shop had promised that he would get it for them if possible, he had not yet kept his word; and while it was still in other hands both boys trembled with apprehensive fears.

(with “in”) guardianship over; in divorce cases it is the right to house and care for and discipline a child

From this reading In the first place, that miserable five-pound note was still missing, and though the man at the cake-shop had promised that he would get it for them if possible, he had not yet kept his word; and while it was still in other hands both boys trembled with apprehensive fears.

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

From this reading In the first place, that miserable five-pound note was still missing, and though the man at the cake-shop had promised that he would get it for them if possible, he had not yet kept his word; and while it was still in other hands both boys trembled with apprehensive fears.

a local and well-defined elevation of the land

From this reading FOR THE SAKE OF REVENGE Now, on that very afternoon when Ralph and his two friends, on their visit to Crab Tree Hill, were driven by the storm to seek shelter in that preserve, Horace Elgert and his companion Dobson, were standing in close consultation.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading FOR THE SAKE OF REVENGE Now, on that very afternoon when Ralph and his two friends, on their visit to Crab Tree Hill, were driven by the storm to seek shelter in that preserve, Horace Elgert and his companion Dobson, were standing in close consultation.

Roman lyric poet said to have influenced English poetry (65-8 BC)

From this reading FOR THE SAKE OF REVENGE Now, on that very afternoon when Ralph and his two friends, on their visit to Crab Tree Hill, were driven by the storm to seek shelter in that preserve, Horace Elgert and his companion Dobson, were standing in close consultation.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading In the first place, that miserable five-pound note was still missing, and though the man at the cake-shop had promised that he would get it for them if possible, he had not yet kept his word; and while it was still in other hands both boys trembled with apprehensive fears.

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

From this reading FOR THE SAKE OF REVENGE Now, on that very afternoon when Ralph and his two friends, on their visit to Crab Tree Hill, were driven by the storm to seek shelter in that preserve, Horace Elgert and his companion Dobson, were standing in close consultation.

a power to affect persons or events especially power based on prestige etc

From this reading Then, added to this source of annoyance, there was the fact that, in spite of all their efforts, Ralph Rexworth was rising in his schoolmates' esteem, and his influence, coupled with that of Warren and Charlton, was making itself steadily felt, to the diminution of their own powers.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading In the first place, that miserable five-pound note was still missing, and though the man at the cake-shop had promised that he would get it for them if possible, he had not yet kept his word; and while it was still in other hands both boys trembled with apprehensive fears.

used when the thing doing the action is also its object

From this reading Then, added to this source of annoyance, there was the fact that, in spite of all their efforts, Ralph Rexworth was rising in his schoolmates' esteem, and his influence, coupled with that of Warren and Charlton, was making itself steadily felt, to the diminution of their own powers.

(especially of promises or contracts) not violated or disregarded

From this reading In the first place, that miserable five-pound note was still missing, and though the man at the cake-shop had promised that he would get it for them if possible, he had not yet kept his word; and while it was still in other hands both boys trembled with apprehensive fears.

the act that results in something coming to be

From this reading Then, added to this source of annoyance, there was the fact that, in spite of all their efforts, Ralph Rexworth was rising in his schoolmates' esteem, and his influence, coupled with that of Warren and Charlton, was making itself steadily felt, to the diminution of their own powers.

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading In the first place, that miserable five-pound note was still missing, and though the man at the cake-shop had promised that he would get it for them if possible, he had not yet kept his word; and while it was still in other hands both boys trembled with apprehensive fears.

very unhappy; full of misery

From this reading In the first place, that miserable five-pound note was still missing, and though the man at the cake-shop had promised that he would get it for them if possible, he had not yet kept his word; and while it was still in other hands both boys trembled with apprehensive fears.

not able to be found

From this reading In the first place, that miserable five-pound note was still missing, and though the man at the cake-shop had promised that he would get it for them if possible, he had not yet kept his word; and while it was still in other hands both boys trembled with apprehensive fears.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading And a very discontented, savage, and disconcerted pair they were, for things did not seem to be going right with them.

a brief written record

From this reading In the first place, that miserable five-pound note was still missing, and though the man at the cake-shop had promised that he would get it for them if possible, he had not yet kept his word; and while it was still in other hands both boys trembled with apprehensive fears.

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading FOR THE SAKE OF REVENGE Now, on that very afternoon when Ralph and his two friends, on their visit to Crab Tree Hill, were driven by the storm to seek shelter in that preserve, Horace Elgert and his companion Dobson, were standing in close consultation.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading FOR THE SAKE OF REVENGE Now, on that very afternoon when Ralph and his two friends, on their visit to Crab Tree Hill, were driven by the storm to seek shelter in that preserve, Horace Elgert and his companion Dobson, were standing in close consultation.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading FOR THE SAKE OF REVENGE Now, on that very afternoon when Ralph and his two friends, on their visit to Crab Tree Hill, were driven by the storm to seek shelter in that preserve, Horace Elgert and his companion Dobson, were standing in close consultation.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading In the first place, that miserable five-pound note was still missing, and though the man at the cake-shop had promised that he would get it for them if possible, he had not yet kept his word; and while it was still in other hands both boys trembled with apprehensive fears.

above and across; more than

From this reading They quarrelled over it, too, Elgert still declaring that, as Dobson had changed it, he would alone be to blame, and Dobson retorting by saying that he would confess that he received it from Elgert.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading Then, added to this source of annoyance, there was the fact that, in spite of all their efforts, Ralph Rexworth was rising in his schoolmates' esteem, and his influence, coupled with that of Warren and Charlton, was making itself steadily felt, to the diminution of their own powers.

a set of two similar things considered as a unit

From this reading And a very discontented, savage, and disconcerted pair they were, for things did not seem to be going right with them.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading In the first place, that miserable five-pound note was still missing, and though the man at the cake-shop had promised that he would get it for them if possible, he had not yet kept his word; and while it was still in other hands both boys trembled with apprehensive fears.

capable of happening or existing

From this reading In the first place, that miserable five-pound note was still missing, and though the man at the cake-shop had promised that he would get it for them if possible, he had not yet kept his word; and while it was still in other hands both boys trembled with apprehensive fears.

plural of “power” — possession of controlling influence

From this reading Then, added to this source of annoyance, there was the fact that, in spite of all their efforts, Ralph Rexworth was rising in his schoolmates' esteem, and his influence, coupled with that of Warren and Charlton, was making itself steadily felt, to the diminution of their own powers.

keep or maintain in unaltered condition; cause to remain or last

From this reading FOR THE SAKE OF REVENGE Now, on that very afternoon when Ralph and his two friends, on their visit to Crab Tree Hill, were driven by the storm to seek shelter in that preserve, Horace Elgert and his companion Dobson, were standing in close consultation.

past form of “promise” — make a promise or commitment

From this reading In the first place, that miserable five-pound note was still missing, and though the man at the cake-shop had promised that he would get it for them if possible, he had not yet kept his word; and while it was still in other hands both boys trembled with apprehensive fears.

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From this reading They quarrelled over it, too, Elgert still declaring that, as Dobson had changed it, he would alone be to blame, and Dobson retorting by saying that he would confess that he received it from Elgert.

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

From this reading FOR THE SAKE OF REVENGE Now, on that very afternoon when Ralph and his two friends, on their visit to Crab Tree Hill, were driven by the storm to seek shelter in that preserve, Horace Elgert and his companion Dobson, were standing in close consultation.

conforming to the established language usage of educated native speakers

From this reading They quarrelled over it, too, Elgert still declaring that, as Dobson had changed it, he would alone be to blame, and Dobson retorting by saying that he would confess that he received it from Elgert.

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From this reading They quarrelled over it, too, Elgert still declaring that, as Dobson had changed it, he would alone be to blame, and Dobson retorting by saying that he would confess that he received it from Elgert.

action taken in return for an injury or offense

From this reading FOR THE SAKE OF REVENGE Now, on that very afternoon when Ralph and his two friends, on their visit to Crab Tree Hill, were driven by the storm to seek shelter in that preserve, Horace Elgert and his companion Dobson, were standing in close consultation.

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

From this reading Then, added to this source of annoyance, there was the fact that, in spite of all their efforts, Ralph Rexworth was rising in his schoolmates' esteem, and his influence, coupled with that of Warren and Charlton, was making itself steadily felt, to the diminution of their own powers.

precisely, exactly

From this reading And a very discontented, savage, and disconcerted pair they were, for things did not seem to be going right with them.

advancing or becoming higher or greater in degree or value or status

From this reading Then, added to this source of annoyance, there was the fact that, in spite of all their efforts, Ralph Rexworth was rising in his schoolmates' esteem, and his influence, coupled with that of Warren and Charlton, was making itself steadily felt, to the diminution of their own powers.

a reason for wanting something done

From this reading FOR THE SAKE OF REVENGE Now, on that very afternoon when Ralph and his two friends, on their visit to Crab Tree Hill, were driven by the storm to seek shelter in that preserve, Horace Elgert and his companion Dobson, were standing in close consultation.

(of persons or their actions) able or disposed to inflict pain or suffering

From this reading And a very discontented, savage, and disconcerted pair they were, for things did not seem to be going right with them.

a word or phrase that particular people use in particular situations

From this reading They quarrelled over it, too, Elgert still declaring that, as Dobson had changed it, he would alone be to blame, and Dobson retorting by saying that he would confess that he received it from Elgert.

plural of “schoolmate” — an acquaintance that you go to school with

From this reading Then, added to this source of annoyance, there was the fact that, in spite of all their efforts, Ralph Rexworth was rising in his schoolmates' esteem, and his influence, coupled with that of Warren and Charlton, was making itself steadily felt, to the diminution of their own powers.

try to get or reach

From this reading FOR THE SAKE OF REVENGE Now, on that very afternoon when Ralph and his two friends, on their visit to Crab Tree Hill, were driven by the storm to seek shelter in that preserve, Horace Elgert and his companion Dobson, were standing in close consultation.

give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading And a very discontented, savage, and disconcerted pair they were, for things did not seem to be going right with them.

a structure that provides privacy and protection from danger

From this reading FOR THE SAKE OF REVENGE Now, on that very afternoon when Ralph and his two friends, on their visit to Crab Tree Hill, were driven by the storm to seek shelter in that preserve, Horace Elgert and his companion Dobson, were standing in close consultation.

the place where something begins, where it springs into being

From this reading Then, added to this source of annoyance, there was the fact that, in spite of all their efforts, Ralph Rexworth was rising in his schoolmates' esteem, and his influence, coupled with that of Warren and Charlton, was making itself steadily felt, to the diminution of their own powers.

feeling a need to see others suffer

From this reading Then, added to this source of annoyance, there was the fact that, in spite of all their efforts, Ralph Rexworth was rising in his schoolmates' esteem, and his influence, coupled with that of Warren and Charlton, was making itself steadily felt, to the diminution of their own powers.

having a supporting base

From this reading FOR THE SAKE OF REVENGE Now, on that very afternoon when Ralph and his two friends, on their visit to Crab Tree Hill, were driven by the storm to seek shelter in that preserve, Horace Elgert and his companion Dobson, were standing in close consultation.

at a steady rate or pace

From this reading Then, added to this source of annoyance, there was the fact that, in spite of all their efforts, Ralph Rexworth was rising in his schoolmates' esteem, and his influence, coupled with that of Warren and Charlton, was making itself steadily felt, to the diminution of their own powers.

not in physical motion

From this reading In the first place, that miserable five-pound note was still missing, and though the man at the cake-shop had promised that he would get it for them if possible, he had not yet kept his word; and while it was still in other hands both boys trembled with apprehensive fears.

behave violently, as if in state of a great anger

From this reading FOR THE SAKE OF REVENGE Now, on that very afternoon when Ralph and his two friends, on their visit to Crab Tree Hill, were driven by the storm to seek shelter in that preserve, Horace Elgert and his companion Dobson, were standing in close consultation.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading FOR THE SAKE OF REVENGE Now, on that very afternoon when Ralph and his two friends, on their visit to Crab Tree Hill, were driven by the storm to seek shelter in that preserve, Horace Elgert and his companion Dobson, were standing in close consultation.

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

From this reading FOR THE SAKE OF REVENGE Now, on that very afternoon when Ralph and his two friends, on their visit to Crab Tree Hill, were driven by the storm to seek shelter in that preserve, Horace Elgert and his companion Dobson, were standing in close consultation.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading FOR THE SAKE OF REVENGE Now, on that very afternoon when Ralph and his two friends, on their visit to Crab Tree Hill, were driven by the storm to seek shelter in that preserve, Horace Elgert and his companion Dobson, were standing in close consultation.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading And a very discontented, savage, and disconcerted pair they were, for things did not seem to be going right with them.

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading Then, added to this source of annoyance, there was the fact that, in spite of all their efforts, Ralph Rexworth was rising in his schoolmates' esteem, and his influence, coupled with that of Warren and Charlton, was making itself steadily felt, to the diminution of their own powers.

in or at that place or location

From this reading Then, added to this source of annoyance, there was the fact that, in spite of all their efforts, Ralph Rexworth was rising in his schoolmates' esteem, and his influence, coupled with that of Warren and Charlton, was making itself steadily felt, to the diminution of their own powers.

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

From this reading And a very discontented, savage, and disconcerted pair they were, for things did not seem to be going right with them.

any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)

From this reading And a very discontented, savage, and disconcerted pair they were, for things did not seem to be going right with them.

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

From this reading Then, added to this source of annoyance, there was the fact that, in spite of all their efforts, Ralph Rexworth was rising in his schoolmates' esteem, and his influence, coupled with that of Warren and Charlton, was making itself steadily felt, to the diminution of their own powers.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading In the first place, that miserable five-pound note was still missing, and though the man at the cake-shop had promised that he would get it for them if possible, he had not yet kept his word; and while it was still in other hands both boys trembled with apprehensive fears.

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

From this reading FOR THE SAKE OF REVENGE Now, on that very afternoon when Ralph and his two friends, on their visit to Crab Tree Hill, were driven by the storm to seek shelter in that preserve, Horace Elgert and his companion Dobson, were standing in close consultation.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading They quarrelled over it, too, Elgert still declaring that, as Dobson had changed it, he would alone be to blame, and Dobson retorting by saying that he would confess that he received it from Elgert.

a tall perennial woody plant having a main trunk and branches forming a distinct elevated crown; includes both gymnosperms and angiosperms

From this reading FOR THE SAKE OF REVENGE Now, on that very afternoon when Ralph and his two friends, on their visit to Crab Tree Hill, were driven by the storm to seek shelter in that preserve, Horace Elgert and his companion Dobson, were standing in close consultation.

past form of “tremble” — move or jerk quickly and involuntarily up and down or sideways

From this reading In the first place, that miserable five-pound note was still missing, and though the man at the cake-shop had promised that he would get it for them if possible, he had not yet kept his word; and while it was still in other hands both boys trembled with apprehensive fears.

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

From this reading FOR THE SAKE OF REVENGE Now, on that very afternoon when Ralph and his two friends, on their visit to Crab Tree Hill, were driven by the storm to seek shelter in that preserve, Horace Elgert and his companion Dobson, were standing in close consultation.

precisely as stated

From this reading FOR THE SAKE OF REVENGE Now, on that very afternoon when Ralph and his two friends, on their visit to Crab Tree Hill, were driven by the storm to seek shelter in that preserve, Horace Elgert and his companion Dobson, were standing in close consultation.

go to see a place, as for entertainment

From this reading FOR THE SAKE OF REVENGE Now, on that very afternoon when Ralph and his two friends, on their visit to Crab Tree Hill, were driven by the storm to seek shelter in that preserve, Horace Elgert and his companion Dobson, were standing in close consultation.

United States writer and poet (1905-1989)

From this reading Then, added to this source of annoyance, there was the fact that, in spite of all their efforts, Ralph Rexworth was rising in his schoolmates' esteem, and his influence, coupled with that of Warren and Charlton, was making itself steadily felt, to the diminution of their own powers.

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

From this reading In the first place, that miserable five-pound note was still missing, and though the man at the cake-shop had promised that he would get it for them if possible, he had not yet kept his word; and while it was still in other hands both boys trembled with apprehensive fears.

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

From this reading FOR THE SAKE OF REVENGE Now, on that very afternoon when Ralph and his two friends, on their visit to Crab Tree Hill, were driven by the storm to seek shelter in that preserve, Horace Elgert and his companion Dobson, were standing in close consultation.

at the time that

From this reading FOR THE SAKE OF REVENGE Now, on that very afternoon when Ralph and his two friends, on their visit to Crab Tree Hill, were driven by the storm to seek shelter in that preserve, Horace Elgert and his companion Dobson, were standing in close consultation.

during the time that

From this reading In the first place, that miserable five-pound note was still missing, and though the man at the cake-shop had promised that he would get it for them if possible, he had not yet kept his word; and while it was still in other hands both boys trembled with apprehensive fears.

in the company of; together with

From this reading And a very discontented, savage, and disconcerted pair they were, for things did not seem to be going right with them.

a unit of language that native speakers can identify

From this reading In the first place, that miserable five-pound note was still missing, and though the man at the cake-shop had promised that he would get it for them if possible, he had not yet kept his word; and while it was still in other hands both boys trembled with apprehensive fears.

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

From this reading In the first place, that miserable five-pound note was still missing, and though the man at the cake-shop had promised that he would get it for them if possible, he had not yet kept his word; and while it was still in other hands both boys trembled with apprehensive fears.

but in spite of that

From this reading In the first place, that miserable five-pound note was still missing, and though the man at the cake-shop had promised that he would get it for them if possible, he had not yet kept his word; and while it was still in other hands both boys trembled with apprehensive fears.