Chapter V

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

From this reading All the boys, whether in Mr. Morton’s school or the public school, seemed to like Paul Grayson when they became acquainted with him, and the parents of the boys sensibly argued that there could not be anything very bad about a boy who was so popular.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading _THOSE JAIL-BIRDS._ ALTHOUGH the people of Laketon could not forgive Mr. Morton and Paul Grayson for not talking more about themselves and their past lives, they could not deny that both the teacher and his pupil were of decided value to the town.

having fair knowledge of

From this reading All the boys, whether in Mr. Morton’s school or the public school, seemed to like Paul Grayson when they became acquainted with him, and the parents of the boys sensibly argued that there could not be anything very bad about a boy who was so popular.

inflected form of “admit” — declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of

From this reading He was willing to work, whether his services were required by church, Sunday-school, or society, and he did not care to hold office of any sort, so his sincerity was cheerfully admitted by all.

(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 the boys, whether in Mr. Morton’s school or the public school, seemed to like Paul Grayson when they became acquainted with him, and the parents of the boys sensibly argued that there could not be anything very bad about a boy who was so popular.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading _THOSE JAIL-BIRDS._ ALTHOUGH the people of Laketon could not forgive Mr. Morton and Paul Grayson for not talking more about themselves and their past lives, they could not deny that both the teacher and his pupil were of decided value to the town.

surrounded by; in the middle of a group

From this reading Besides, the other boys in talking about Paul declared that he never swore and never lied; and as lying and swearing were the two vices most common among the Laketon boys, and therefore most hated by the parents, they felt that there was at least no occasion to regard the new-comer with suspicion.

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

From this reading _THOSE JAIL-BIRDS._ ALTHOUGH the people of Laketon could not forgive Mr. Morton and Paul Grayson for not talking more about themselves and their past lives, they could not deny that both the teacher and his pupil were of decided value to the town.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading He was willing to work, whether his services were required by church, Sunday-school, or society, and he did not care to hold office of any sort, so his sincerity was cheerfully admitted by all.

any thing at all

From this reading All the boys, whether in Mr. Morton’s school or the public school, seemed to like Paul Grayson when they became acquainted with him, and the parents of the boys sensibly argued that there could not be anything very bad about a boy who was so popular.

past form of “argue” — present reasons and arguments

From this reading All the boys, whether in Mr. Morton’s school or the public school, seemed to like Paul Grayson when they became acquainted with him, and the parents of the boys sensibly argued that there could not be anything very bad about a boy who was so popular.

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

From this reading Besides, the other boys in talking about Paul declared that he never swore and never lied; and as lying and swearing were the two vices most common among the Laketon boys, and therefore most hated by the parents, they felt that there was at least no occasion to regard the new-comer with suspicion.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Besides, the other boys in talking about Paul declared that he never swore and never lied; and as lying and swearing were the two vices most common among the Laketon boys, and therefore most hated by the parents, they felt that there was at least no occasion to regard the new-comer with suspicion.

having undesirable or negative qualities

From this reading All the boys, whether in Mr. Morton’s school or the public school, seemed to like Paul Grayson when they became acquainted with him, and the parents of the boys sensibly argued that there could not be anything very bad about a boy who was so popular.

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

From this reading All the boys, whether in Mr. Morton’s school or the public school, seemed to like Paul Grayson when they became acquainted with him, and the parents of the boys sensibly argued that there could not be anything very bad about a boy who was so popular.

inflected form of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition

From this reading All the boys, whether in Mr. Morton’s school or the public school, seemed to like Paul Grayson when they became acquainted with him, and the parents of the boys sensibly argued that there could not be anything very bad about a boy who was so popular.

in addition to; as well as

From this reading Besides, the other boys in talking about Paul declared that he never swore and never lied; and as lying and swearing were the two vices most common among the Laketon boys, and therefore most hated by the parents, they felt that there was at least no occasion to regard the new-comer with suspicion.

the two together, not just one

From this reading _THOSE JAIL-BIRDS._ ALTHOUGH the people of Laketon could not forgive Mr. Morton and Paul Grayson for not talking more about themselves and their past lives, they could not deny that both the teacher and his pupil were of decided value to the town.

a youthful male person

From this reading All the boys, whether in Mr. Morton’s school or the public school, seemed to like Paul Grayson when they became acquainted with him, and the parents of the boys sensibly argued that there could not be anything very bad about a boy who was so popular.

plural of “boy” — a youthful male person

From this reading All the boys, whether in Mr. Morton’s school or the public school, seemed to like Paul Grayson when they became acquainted with him, and the parents of the boys sensibly argued that there could not be anything very bad about a boy who was so popular.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Besides, the other boys in talking about Paul declared that he never swore and never lied; and as lying and swearing were the two vices most common among the Laketon boys, and therefore most hated by the parents, they felt that there was at least no occasion to regard the new-comer with suspicion.

the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something

From this reading He was willing to work, whether his services were required by church, Sunday-school, or society, and he did not care to hold office of any sort, so his sincerity was cheerfully admitted by all.

in a cheerful manner

From this reading He was willing to work, whether his services were required by church, Sunday-school, or society, and he did not care to hold office of any sort, so his sincerity was cheerfully admitted by all.

one of the groups of Christians who have their own beliefs and forms of worship

From this reading He was willing to work, whether his services were required by church, Sunday-school, or society, and he did not care to hold office of any sort, so his sincerity was cheerfully admitted by all.

plural of “citizen” — a native or naturalized member of a state or other political community

From this reading As for Mr. Morton, he rapidly made his way among the more solid citizens.

belonging to or participated in by a community as a whole; public

From this reading Besides, the other boys in talking about Paul declared that he never swore and never lied; and as lying and swearing were the two vices most common among the Laketon boys, and therefore most hated by the parents, they felt that there was at least no occasion to regard the new-comer with suspicion.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading _THOSE JAIL-BIRDS._ ALTHOUGH the people of Laketon could not forgive Mr. Morton and Paul Grayson for not talking more about themselves and their past lives, they could not deny that both the teacher and his pupil were of decided value to the town.

recognizable; marked

From this reading _THOSE JAIL-BIRDS._ ALTHOUGH the people of Laketon could not forgive Mr. Morton and Paul Grayson for not talking more about themselves and their past lives, they could not deny that both the teacher and his pupil were of decided value to the town.

made known or openly avowed

From this reading Besides, the other boys in talking about Paul declared that he never swore and never lied; and as lying and swearing were the two vices most common among the Laketon boys, and therefore most hated by the parents, they felt that there was at least no occasion to regard the new-comer with suspicion.

declare untrue; contradict

From this reading _THOSE JAIL-BIRDS._ ALTHOUGH the people of Laketon could not forgive Mr. Morton and Paul Grayson for not talking more about themselves and their past lives, they could not deny that both the teacher and his pupil were of decided value to the town.

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

From this reading He was willing to work, whether his services were required by church, Sunday-school, or society, and he did not care to hold office of any sort, so his sincerity was cheerfully admitted by all.

mat together and make felt-like

From this reading Besides, the other boys in talking about Paul declared that he never swore and never lied; and as lying and swearing were the two vices most common among the Laketon boys, and therefore most hated by the parents, they felt that there was at least no occasion to regard the new-comer with suspicion.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading _THOSE JAIL-BIRDS._ ALTHOUGH the people of Laketon could not forgive Mr. Morton and Paul Grayson for not talking more about themselves and their past lives, they could not deny that both the teacher and his pupil were of decided value to the town.

stop blaming or grant forgiveness

From this reading _THOSE JAIL-BIRDS._ ALTHOUGH the people of Laketon could not forgive Mr. Morton and Paul Grayson for not talking more about themselves and their past lives, they could not deny that both the teacher and his pupil were of decided value to the town.

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From this reading _THOSE JAIL-BIRDS._ ALTHOUGH the people of Laketon could not forgive Mr. Morton and Paul Grayson for not talking more about themselves and their past lives, they could not deny that both the teacher and his pupil were of decided value to the town.

treated with dislike or contempt

From this reading Besides, the other boys in talking about Paul declared that he never swore and never lied; and as lying and swearing were the two vices most common among the Laketon boys, and therefore most hated by the parents, they felt that there was at least no occasion to regard the new-comer with suspicion.

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

From this reading Besides, the other boys in talking about Paul declared that he never swore and never lied; and as lying and swearing were the two vices most common among the Laketon boys, and therefore most hated by the parents, they felt that there was at least no occasion to regard the new-comer with suspicion.

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading All the boys, whether in Mr. Morton’s school or the public school, seemed to like Paul Grayson when they became acquainted with him, and the parents of the boys sensibly argued that there could not be anything very bad about a boy who was so popular.

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

From this reading _THOSE JAIL-BIRDS._ ALTHOUGH the people of Laketon could not forgive Mr. Morton and Paul Grayson for not talking more about themselves and their past lives, they could not deny that both the teacher and his pupil were of decided value to the town.

cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”

From this reading He was willing to work, whether his services were required by church, Sunday-school, or society, and he did not care to hold office of any sort, so his sincerity was cheerfully admitted by all.

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

From this reading All the boys, whether in Mr. Morton’s school or the public school, seemed to like Paul Grayson when they became acquainted with him, and the parents of the boys sensibly argued that there could not be anything very bad about a boy who was so popular.

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From this reading _THOSE JAIL-BIRDS._ ALTHOUGH the people of Laketon could not forgive Mr. Morton and Paul Grayson for not talking more about themselves and their past lives, they could not deny that both the teacher and his pupil were of decided value to the town.

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

From this reading _THOSE JAIL-BIRDS._ ALTHOUGH the people of Laketon could not forgive Mr. Morton and Paul Grayson for not talking more about themselves and their past lives, they could not deny that both the teacher and his pupil were of decided value to the town.

the superlative of “little” that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by “the”; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or extent or degree

From this reading Besides, the other boys in talking about Paul declared that he never swore and never lied; and as lying and swearing were the two vices most common among the Laketon boys, and therefore most hated by the parents, they felt that there was at least no occasion to regard the new-comer with suspicion.

a German art song of the 19th century for voice and piano

From this reading Besides, the other boys in talking about Paul declared that he never swore and never lied; and as lying and swearing were the two vices most common among the Laketon boys, and therefore most hated by the parents, they felt that there was at least no occasion to regard the new-comer with suspicion.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading All the boys, whether in Mr. Morton’s school or the public school, seemed to like Paul Grayson when they became acquainted with him, and the parents of the boys sensibly argued that there could not be anything very bad about a boy who was so popular.

plural of “life” — a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading _THOSE JAIL-BIRDS._ ALTHOUGH the people of Laketon could not forgive Mr. Morton and Paul Grayson for not talking more about themselves and their past lives, they could not deny that both the teacher and his pupil were of decided value to the town.

the deliberate act of deviating from the truth

From this reading Besides, the other boys in talking about Paul declared that he never swore and never lied; and as lying and swearing were the two vices most common among the Laketon boys, and therefore most hated by the parents, they felt that there was at least no occasion to regard the new-comer with suspicion.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading As for Mr. Morton, he rapidly made his way among the more solid citizens.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading _THOSE JAIL-BIRDS._ ALTHOUGH the people of Laketon could not forgive Mr. Morton and Paul Grayson for not talking more about themselves and their past lives, they could not deny that both the teacher and his pupil were of decided value to the town.

United States jazz musician who moved from ragtime to New Orleans jazz (1885-1941)

From this reading _THOSE JAIL-BIRDS._ ALTHOUGH the people of Laketon could not forgive Mr. Morton and Paul Grayson for not talking more about themselves and their past lives, they could not deny that both the teacher and his pupil were of decided value to the town.

possessive form of “morton” — United States jazz musician who moved from ragtime to New Orleans jazz (1885-1941)

From this reading All the boys, whether in Mr. Morton’s school or the public school, seemed to like Paul Grayson when they became acquainted with him, and the parents of the boys sensibly argued that there could not be anything very bad about a boy who was so popular.

used to form the superlative

From this reading Besides, the other boys in talking about Paul declared that he never swore and never lied; and as lying and swearing were the two vices most common among the Laketon boys, and therefore most hated by the parents, they felt that there was at least no occasion to regard the new-comer with suspicion.

a form of address for a man

From this reading _THOSE JAIL-BIRDS._ ALTHOUGH the people of Laketon could not forgive Mr. Morton and Paul Grayson for not talking more about themselves and their past lives, they could not deny that both the teacher and his pupil were of decided value to the town.

not ever; at no time in the past or future

From this reading Besides, the other boys in talking about Paul declared that he never swore and never lied; and as lying and swearing were the two vices most common among the Laketon boys, and therefore most hated by the parents, they felt that there was at least no occasion to regard the new-comer with suspicion.

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

From this reading Besides, the other boys in talking about Paul declared that he never swore and never lied; and as lying and swearing were the two vices most common among the Laketon boys, and therefore most hated by the parents, they felt that there was at least no occasion to regard the new-comer with suspicion.

not any; not one

From this reading Besides, the other boys in talking about Paul declared that he never swore and never lied; and as lying and swearing were the two vices most common among the Laketon boys, and therefore most hated by the parents, they felt that there was at least no occasion to regard the new-comer with suspicion.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading _THOSE JAIL-BIRDS._ ALTHOUGH the people of Laketon could not forgive Mr. Morton and Paul Grayson for not talking more about themselves and their past lives, they could not deny that both the teacher and his pupil were of decided value to the town.

an event that occurs at a critical time

From this reading Besides, the other boys in talking about Paul declared that he never swore and never lied; and as lying and swearing were the two vices most common among the Laketon boys, and therefore most hated by the parents, they felt that there was at least no occasion to regard the new-comer with suspicion.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading _THOSE JAIL-BIRDS._ ALTHOUGH the people of Laketon could not forgive Mr. Morton and Paul Grayson for not talking more about themselves and their past lives, they could not deny that both the teacher and his pupil were of decided value to the town.

place of business where professional or clerical duties are performed

From this reading He was willing to work, whether his services were required by church, Sunday-school, or society, and he did not care to hold office of any sort, so his sincerity was cheerfully admitted by all.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading All the boys, whether in Mr. Morton’s school or the public school, seemed to like Paul Grayson when they became acquainted with him, and the parents of the boys sensibly argued that there could not be anything very bad about a boy who was so popular.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading Besides, the other boys in talking about Paul declared that he never swore and never lied; and as lying and swearing were the two vices most common among the Laketon boys, and therefore most hated by the parents, they felt that there was at least no occasion to regard the new-comer with suspicion.

plural of “parent” — a father or mother; one who begets or one who gives birth to or nurtures and raises a child; a relative who plays the role of guardian

From this reading All the boys, whether in Mr. Morton’s school or the public school, seemed to like Paul Grayson when they became acquainted with him, and the parents of the boys sensibly argued that there could not be anything very bad about a boy who was so popular.

the time that has elapsed

From this reading _THOSE JAIL-BIRDS._ ALTHOUGH the people of Laketon could not forgive Mr. Morton and Paul Grayson for not talking more about themselves and their past lives, they could not deny that both the teacher and his pupil were of decided value to the town.

United States feminist (1885-1977)

From this reading _THOSE JAIL-BIRDS._ ALTHOUGH the people of Laketon could not forgive Mr. Morton and Paul Grayson for not talking more about themselves and their past lives, they could not deny that both the teacher and his pupil were of decided value to the town.

(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively

From this reading _THOSE JAIL-BIRDS._ ALTHOUGH the people of Laketon could not forgive Mr. Morton and Paul Grayson for not talking more about themselves and their past lives, they could not deny that both the teacher and his pupil were of decided value to the town.

regarded with great favor, approval, or affection especially by the general public

From this reading All the boys, whether in Mr. Morton’s school or the public school, seemed to like Paul Grayson when they became acquainted with him, and the parents of the boys sensibly argued that there could not be anything very bad about a boy who was so popular.

people in general considered as a whole

From this reading All the boys, whether in Mr. Morton’s school or the public school, seemed to like Paul Grayson when they became acquainted with him, and the parents of the boys sensibly argued that there could not be anything very bad about a boy who was so popular.

a learner who is enrolled in an educational institution

From this reading _THOSE JAIL-BIRDS._ ALTHOUGH the people of Laketon could not forgive Mr. Morton and Paul Grayson for not talking more about themselves and their past lives, they could not deny that both the teacher and his pupil were of decided value to the town.

with speed

From this reading As for Mr. Morton, he rapidly made his way among the more solid citizens.

(usually preceded by “in”) a detail or point

From this reading Besides, the other boys in talking about Paul declared that he never swore and never lied; and as lying and swearing were the two vices most common among the Laketon boys, and therefore most hated by the parents, they felt that there was at least no occasion to regard the new-comer with suspicion.

necessary for relief or supply

From this reading He was willing to work, whether his services were required by church, Sunday-school, or society, and he did not care to hold office of any sort, so his sincerity was cheerfully admitted by all.

an educational institution

From this reading All the boys, whether in Mr. Morton’s school or the public school, seemed to like Paul Grayson when they became acquainted with him, and the parents of the boys sensibly argued that there could not be anything very bad about a boy who was so popular.

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

From this reading All the boys, whether in Mr. Morton’s school or the public school, seemed to like Paul Grayson when they became acquainted with him, and the parents of the boys sensibly argued that there could not be anything very bad about a boy who was so popular.

with good sense or in a reasonable or intelligent manner

From this reading All the boys, whether in Mr. Morton’s school or the public school, seemed to like Paul Grayson when they became acquainted with him, and the parents of the boys sensibly argued that there could not be anything very bad about a boy who was so popular.

performance of duties or provision of space and equipment helpful to others

From this reading He was willing to work, whether his services were required by church, Sunday-school, or society, and he did not care to hold office of any sort, so his sincerity was cheerfully admitted by all.

an earnest and sincere feeling

From this reading He was willing to work, whether his services were required by church, Sunday-school, or society, and he did not care to hold office of any sort, so his sincerity was cheerfully admitted by all.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading All the boys, whether in Mr. Morton’s school or the public school, seemed to like Paul Grayson when they became acquainted with him, and the parents of the boys sensibly argued that there could not be anything very bad about a boy who was so popular.

an extended social group having a distinctive cultural and economic organization

From this reading He was willing to work, whether his services were required by church, Sunday-school, or society, and he did not care to hold office of any sort, so his sincerity was cheerfully admitted by all.

characterized by good substantial quality

From this reading As for Mr. Morton, he rapidly made his way among the more solid citizens.

a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality

From this reading He was willing to work, whether his services were required by church, Sunday-school, or society, and he did not care to hold office of any sort, so his sincerity was cheerfully admitted by all.

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From this reading He was willing to work, whether his services were required by church, Sunday-school, or society, and he did not care to hold office of any sort, so his sincerity was cheerfully admitted by all.

an impression that something might be the case

From this reading Besides, the other boys in talking about Paul declared that he never swore and never lied; and as lying and swearing were the two vices most common among the Laketon boys, and therefore most hated by the parents, they felt that there was at least no occasion to regard the new-comer with suspicion.

profane or obscene expression usually of surprise or anger

From this reading Besides, the other boys in talking about Paul declared that he never swore and never lied; and as lying and swearing were the two vices most common among the Laketon boys, and therefore most hated by the parents, they felt that there was at least no occasion to regard the new-comer with suspicion.

inflected form of “swear” — utter obscenities or profanities

From this reading Besides, the other boys in talking about Paul declared that he never swore and never lied; and as lying and swearing were the two vices most common among the Laketon boys, and therefore most hated by the parents, they felt that there was at least no occasion to regard the new-comer with suspicion.

an exchange of ideas via conversation

From this reading _THOSE JAIL-BIRDS._ ALTHOUGH the people of Laketon could not forgive Mr. Morton and Paul Grayson for not talking more about themselves and their past lives, they could not deny that both the teacher and his pupil were of decided value to the town.

a person whose occupation is teaching

From this reading _THOSE JAIL-BIRDS._ ALTHOUGH the people of Laketon could not forgive Mr. Morton and Paul Grayson for not talking more about themselves and their past lives, they could not deny that both the teacher and his pupil were of decided value to the town.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading _THOSE JAIL-BIRDS._ ALTHOUGH the people of Laketon could not forgive Mr. Morton and Paul Grayson for not talking more about themselves and their past lives, they could not deny that both the teacher and his pupil were of decided value to the town.

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

From this reading _THOSE JAIL-BIRDS._ ALTHOUGH the people of Laketon could not forgive Mr. Morton and Paul Grayson for not talking more about themselves and their past lives, they could not deny that both the teacher and his pupil were of decided value to the town.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading _THOSE JAIL-BIRDS._ ALTHOUGH the people of Laketon could not forgive Mr. Morton and Paul Grayson for not talking more about themselves and their past lives, they could not deny that both the teacher and his pupil were of decided value to the town.

used when the people doing the action are also its object

From this reading _THOSE JAIL-BIRDS._ ALTHOUGH the people of Laketon could not forgive Mr. Morton and Paul Grayson for not talking more about themselves and their past lives, they could not deny that both the teacher and his pupil were of decided value to the town.

in or at that place or location

From this reading All the boys, whether in Mr. Morton’s school or the public school, seemed to like Paul Grayson when they became acquainted with him, and the parents of the boys sensibly argued that there could not be anything very bad about a boy who was so popular.

for that reason; as a result

From this reading Besides, the other boys in talking about Paul declared that he never swore and never lied; and as lying and swearing were the two vices most common among the Laketon boys, and therefore most hated by the parents, they felt that there was at least no occasion to regard the new-comer with suspicion.

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

From this reading _THOSE JAIL-BIRDS._ ALTHOUGH the people of Laketon could not forgive Mr. Morton and Paul Grayson for not talking more about themselves and their past lives, they could not deny that both the teacher and his pupil were of decided value to the town.

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

From this reading _THOSE JAIL-BIRDS._ ALTHOUGH the people of Laketon could not forgive Mr. Morton and Paul Grayson for not talking more about themselves and their past lives, they could not deny that both the teacher and his pupil were of decided value to the town.

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

From this reading _THOSE JAIL-BIRDS._ ALTHOUGH the people of Laketon could not forgive Mr. Morton and Paul Grayson for not talking more about themselves and their past lives, they could not deny that both the teacher and his pupil were of decided value to the town.

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

From this reading _THOSE JAIL-BIRDS._ ALTHOUGH the people of Laketon could not forgive Mr. Morton and Paul Grayson for not talking more about themselves and their past lives, they could not deny that both the teacher and his pupil were of decided value to the town.

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

From this reading Besides, the other boys in talking about Paul declared that he never swore and never lied; and as lying and swearing were the two vices most common among the Laketon boys, and therefore most hated by the parents, they felt that there was at least no occasion to regard the new-comer with suspicion.

a numerical quantity measured or assigned or computed

From this reading _THOSE JAIL-BIRDS._ ALTHOUGH the people of Laketon could not forgive Mr. Morton and Paul Grayson for not talking more about themselves and their past lives, they could not deny that both the teacher and his pupil were of decided value to the town.

precisely as stated

From this reading All the boys, whether in Mr. Morton’s school or the public school, seemed to like Paul Grayson when they became acquainted with him, and the parents of the boys sensibly argued that there could not be anything very bad about a boy who was so popular.

plural of “vice” — moral weakness

From this reading Besides, the other boys in talking about Paul declared that he never swore and never lied; and as lying and swearing were the two vices most common among the Laketon boys, and therefore most hated by the parents, they felt that there was at least no occasion to regard the new-comer with suspicion.

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

From this reading All the boys, whether in Mr. Morton’s school or the public school, seemed to like Paul Grayson when they became acquainted with him, and the parents of the boys sensibly argued that there could not be anything very bad about a boy who was so popular.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading As for Mr. Morton, he rapidly made his way among the more solid citizens.

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

From this reading _THOSE JAIL-BIRDS._ ALTHOUGH the people of Laketon could not forgive Mr. Morton and Paul Grayson for not talking more about themselves and their past lives, they could not deny that both the teacher and his pupil were of decided value to the town.

at the time that

From this reading All the boys, whether in Mr. Morton’s school or the public school, seemed to like Paul Grayson when they became acquainted with him, and the parents of the boys sensibly argued that there could not be anything very bad about a boy who was so popular.

used to introduce two or more possibilities

From this reading All the boys, whether in Mr. Morton’s school or the public school, seemed to like Paul Grayson when they became acquainted with him, and the parents of the boys sensibly argued that there could not be anything very bad about a boy who was so popular.

which person or people

From this reading All the boys, whether in Mr. Morton’s school or the public school, seemed to like Paul Grayson when they became acquainted with him, and the parents of the boys sensibly argued that there could not be anything very bad about a boy who was so popular.

disposed or inclined toward

From this reading He was willing to work, whether his services were required by church, Sunday-school, or society, and he did not care to hold office of any sort, so his sincerity was cheerfully admitted by all.

in the company of; together with

From this reading All the boys, whether in Mr. Morton’s school or the public school, seemed to like Paul Grayson when they became acquainted with him, and the parents of the boys sensibly argued that there could not be anything very bad about a boy who was so popular.

exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity

From this reading He was willing to work, whether his services were required by church, Sunday-school, or society, and he did not care to hold office of any sort, so his sincerity was cheerfully admitted by all.