used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Of the hundred and eighty-odd students enrolled at the Greenbank school that year, fully a hundred and fifty swarmed over from the station after the arrival of the train.
abreastadjectiveUS /əˈbrest/
being up to particular standard or level especially in being up to date in knowledge
From this reading They came in hilarious mood, marching along Crumbie and River Streets four abreast and waving small green megaphones through which they hoped to later roar the enemy into subjection.
AcademynounUS /əˈkæd.ə.mi/
A place of study or training in a special field of knowledge and arts.
From this reading THE FIRST GAME When, at two o’clock, the invading hordes swept down on Grafton it looked as though Mount Morris Academy had arrived in toto.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading Of the hundred and eighty-odd students enrolled at the Greenbank school that year, fully a hundred and fifty swarmed over from the station after the arrival of the train.
alongprepositionUS /əˈlɔːŋ/
following the length of something from one end toward the other
From this reading They came in hilarious mood, marching along Crumbie and River Streets four abreast and waving small green megaphones through which they hoped to later roar the enemy into subjection.
to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)
From this reading Altogether, that invasion was notable and picturesque, and Grafton, looking on from the windows of Lothrop and Trow or from along the campus fence, cheered approvingly.
the form of “be” used with “I”
From this reading Green and white, the Mount Morris colors――I am aware that white is not a color, but how else can I put it?――were much in evidence in the shape of pennants and neckties and arm-bands, while a frivolous fox-terrier led the procession, straining at his leash, attired in a green blanket with the school monogram in white.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Of the hundred and eighty-odd students enrolled at the Greenbank school that year, fully a hundred and fifty swarmed over from the station after the arrival of the train.
approvinglyadverbUS /əˈpruːvɪŋli/
in an approving manner
From this reading Altogether, that invasion was notable and picturesque, and Grafton, looking on from the windows of Lothrop and Trow or from along the campus fence, cheered approvingly.
arm-bands
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From this reading Green and white, the Mount Morris colors――I am aware that white is not a color, but how else can I put it?――were much in evidence in the shape of pennants and neckties and arm-bands, while a frivolous fox-terrier led the procession, straining at his leash, attired in a green blanket with the school monogram in white.
accomplishment of an objective
From this reading Of the hundred and eighty-odd students enrolled at the Greenbank school that year, fully a hundred and fifty swarmed over from the station after the arrival of the train.
past form of “arrive” — reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress
From this reading THE FIRST GAME When, at two o’clock, the invading hordes swept down on Grafton it looked as though Mount Morris Academy had arrived in toto.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading THE FIRST GAME When, at two o’clock, the invading hordes swept down on Grafton it looked as though Mount Morris Academy had arrived in toto.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading THE FIRST GAME When, at two o’clock, the invading hordes swept down on Grafton it looked as though Mount Morris Academy had arrived in toto.
attiredadjectiveUS /əˈtaɪrd/
dressed or clothed especially in fine attire; often used in combination
From this reading Green and white, the Mount Morris colors――I am aware that white is not a color, but how else can I put it?――were much in evidence in the shape of pennants and neckties and arm-bands, while a frivolous fox-terrier led the procession, straining at his leash, attired in a green blanket with the school monogram in white.
(sometimes followed by “of”) having or showing knowledge or understanding or realization or perception
From this reading Green and white, the Mount Morris colors――I am aware that white is not a color, but how else can I put it?――were much in evidence in the shape of pennants and neckties and arm-bands, while a frivolous fox-terrier led the procession, straining at his leash, attired in a green blanket with the school monogram in white.
blanketnounUS /ˈblæŋkət/
bedding that keeps a person warm in bed
From this reading Green and white, the Mount Morris colors――I am aware that white is not a color, but how else can I put it?――were much in evidence in the shape of pennants and neckties and arm-bands, while a frivolous fox-terrier led the procession, straining at his leash, attired in a green blanket with the school monogram in white.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Green and white, the Mount Morris colors――I am aware that white is not a color, but how else can I put it?――were much in evidence in the shape of pennants and neckties and arm-bands, while a frivolous fox-terrier led the procession, straining at his leash, attired in a green blanket with the school monogram in white.
inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading They came in hilarious mood, marching along Crumbie and River Streets four abreast and waving small green megaphones through which they hoped to later roar the enemy into subjection.
campusnounUS /ˈkæmpəs/
a field on which the buildings of a university are situated
From this reading Altogether, that invasion was notable and picturesque, and Grafton, looking on from the windows of Lothrop and Trow or from along the campus fence, cheered approvingly.
to be able to, or to be allowed to
From this reading Green and white, the Mount Morris colors――I am aware that white is not a color, but how else can I put it?――were much in evidence in the shape of pennants and neckties and arm-bands, while a frivolous fox-terrier led the procession, straining at his leash, attired in a green blanket with the school monogram in white.
cheeredverbUS /tʃɪrd/
past form of “cheer” — give encouragement to
From this reading Altogether, that invasion was notable and picturesque, and Grafton, looking on from the windows of Lothrop and Trow or from along the campus fence, cheered approvingly.
a visual attribute of things that results from the light they emit or transmit or reflect
From this reading Green and white, the Mount Morris colors――I am aware that white is not a color, but how else can I put it?――were much in evidence in the shape of pennants and neckties and arm-bands, while a frivolous fox-terrier led the procession, straining at his leash, attired in a green blanket with the school monogram in white.
colorsnounUS /ˈkʌlərz/
a flag that shows its nationality
From this reading Green and white, the Mount Morris colors――I am aware that white is not a color, but how else can I put it?――were much in evidence in the shape of pennants and neckties and arm-bands, while a frivolous fox-terrier led the procession, straining at his leash, attired in a green blanket with the school monogram in white.
Crumbie
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From this reading They came in hilarious mood, marching along Crumbie and River Streets four abreast and waving small green megaphones through which they hoped to later roar the enemy into subjection.
being or moving lower in position or less in some value
From this reading THE FIRST GAME When, at two o’clock, the invading hordes swept down on Grafton it looked as though Mount Morris Academy had arrived in toto.
eighty-odd
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From this reading Of the hundred and eighty-odd students enrolled at the Greenbank school that year, fully a hundred and fifty swarmed over from the station after the arrival of the train.
else
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From this reading Green and white, the Mount Morris colors――I am aware that white is not a color, but how else can I put it?――were much in evidence in the shape of pennants and neckties and arm-bands, while a frivolous fox-terrier led the procession, straining at his leash, attired in a green blanket with the school monogram in white.
an opposing military force
From this reading They came in hilarious mood, marching along Crumbie and River Streets four abreast and waving small green megaphones through which they hoped to later roar the enemy into subjection.
enrolledverbUS /enˈroʊld/
inflected form of “enrol” — register formally as a participant or member
From this reading Of the hundred and eighty-odd students enrolled at the Greenbank school that year, fully a hundred and fifty swarmed over from the station after the arrival of the train.
your basis for belief or disbelief; knowledge on which to base belief
From this reading Green and white, the Mount Morris colors――I am aware that white is not a color, but how else can I put it?――were much in evidence in the shape of pennants and neckties and arm-bands, while a frivolous fox-terrier led the procession, straining at his leash, attired in a green blanket with the school monogram in white.
enclose with a fence
From this reading Altogether, that invasion was notable and picturesque, and Grafton, looking on from the windows of Lothrop and Trow or from along the campus fence, cheered approvingly.
the cardinal number that is the product of ten and five
From this reading Of the hundred and eighty-odd students enrolled at the Greenbank school that year, fully a hundred and fifty swarmed over from the station after the arrival of the train.
FIRSTadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading THE FIRST GAME When, at two o’clock, the invading hordes swept down on Grafton it looked as though Mount Morris Academy had arrived in toto.
the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one
From this reading They came in hilarious mood, marching along Crumbie and River Streets four abreast and waving small green megaphones through which they hoped to later roar the enemy into subjection.
fox-terrier
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From this reading Green and white, the Mount Morris colors――I am aware that white is not a color, but how else can I put it?――were much in evidence in the shape of pennants and neckties and arm-bands, while a frivolous fox-terrier led the procession, straining at his leash, attired in a green blanket with the school monogram in white.
frivolousadjectiveUS /ˈfrɪvələs/
not serious in content or attitude or behavior
From this reading Green and white, the Mount Morris colors――I am aware that white is not a color, but how else can I put it?――were much in evidence in the shape of pennants and neckties and arm-bands, while a frivolous fox-terrier led the procession, straining at his leash, attired in a green blanket with the school monogram in white.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading Of the hundred and eighty-odd students enrolled at the Greenbank school that year, fully a hundred and fifty swarmed over from the station after the arrival of the train.
to the greatest degree or extent; completely or entirely; (“full” in this sense is used as a combining form)
From this reading Of the hundred and eighty-odd students enrolled at the Greenbank school that year, fully a hundred and fifty swarmed over from the station after the arrival of the train.
a contest with rules to determine a winner
From this reading THE FIRST GAME When, at two o’clock, the invading hordes swept down on Grafton it looked as though Mount Morris Academy had arrived in toto.
Grafton
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From this reading THE FIRST GAME When, at two o’clock, the invading hordes swept down on Grafton it looked as though Mount Morris Academy had arrived in toto.
green color or pigment; resembling the color of growing grass
From this reading They came in hilarious mood, marching along Crumbie and River Streets four abreast and waving small green megaphones through which they hoped to later roar the enemy into subjection.
Greenbank
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From this reading Of the hundred and eighty-odd students enrolled at the Greenbank school that year, fully a hundred and fifty swarmed over from the station after the arrival of the train.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading THE FIRST GAME When, at two o’clock, the invading hordes swept down on Grafton it looked as though Mount Morris Academy had arrived in toto.
hilariousadjectiveUS /hɪˈleriəs/
marked by or causing boisterous merriment or convulsive laughter
From this reading They came in hilarious mood, marching along Crumbie and River Streets four abreast and waving small green megaphones through which they hoped to later roar the enemy into subjection.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Green and white, the Mount Morris colors――I am aware that white is not a color, but how else can I put it?――were much in evidence in the shape of pennants and neckties and arm-bands, while a frivolous fox-terrier led the procession, straining at his leash, attired in a green blanket with the school monogram in white.
past form of “hope” — expect and wish
From this reading They came in hilarious mood, marching along Crumbie and River Streets four abreast and waving small green megaphones through which they hoped to later roar the enemy into subjection.
hordesnounUS /hɔːrdz/
plural of “horde” — a vast multitude
From this reading THE FIRST GAME When, at two o’clock, the invading hordes swept down on Grafton it looked as though Mount Morris Academy had arrived in toto.
how
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From this reading Green and white, the Mount Morris colors――I am aware that white is not a color, but how else can I put it?――were much in evidence in the shape of pennants and neckties and arm-bands, while a frivolous fox-terrier led the procession, straining at his leash, attired in a green blanket with the school monogram in white.
ten 10s
From this reading Of the hundred and eighty-odd students enrolled at the Greenbank school that year, fully a hundred and fifty swarmed over from the station after the arrival of the train.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading Green and white, the Mount Morris colors――I am aware that white is not a color, but how else can I put it?――were much in evidence in the shape of pennants and neckties and arm-bands, while a frivolous fox-terrier led the procession, straining at his leash, attired in a green blanket with the school monogram in white.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading THE FIRST GAME When, at two o’clock, the invading hordes swept down on Grafton it looked as though Mount Morris Academy had arrived in toto.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading They came in hilarious mood, marching along Crumbie and River Streets four abreast and waving small green megaphones through which they hoped to later roar the enemy into subjection.
invadingadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈveɪdɪŋ/
involving invasion or aggressive attack
From this reading THE FIRST GAME When, at two o’clock, the invading hordes swept down on Grafton it looked as though Mount Morris Academy had arrived in toto.
invasionnounUS /ˌɪnˈveɪʒən/
the act of invading; the act of an army that invades for conquest or plunder
From this reading Altogether, that invasion was notable and picturesque, and Grafton, looking on from the windows of Lothrop and Trow or from along the campus fence, cheered approvingly.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Green and white, the Mount Morris colors――I am aware that white is not a color, but how else can I put it?――were much in evidence in the shape of pennants and neckties and arm-bands, while a frivolous fox-terrier led the procession, straining at his leash, attired in a green blanket with the school monogram in white.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading THE FIRST GAME When, at two o’clock, the invading hordes swept down on Grafton it looked as though Mount Morris Academy had arrived in toto.
happening at a time subsequent to a reference time
From this reading They came in hilarious mood, marching along Crumbie and River Streets four abreast and waving small green megaphones through which they hoped to later roar the enemy into subjection.
leashnounUS /liːʃ/
restraint consisting of a rope (or light chain) used to restrain an animal
From this reading Green and white, the Mount Morris colors――I am aware that white is not a color, but how else can I put it?――were much in evidence in the shape of pennants and neckties and arm-bands, while a frivolous fox-terrier led the procession, straining at his leash, attired in a green blanket with the school monogram in white.
diode such that light emitted at a p-n junction is proportional to the bias current; color depends on the material used
From this reading Green and white, the Mount Morris colors――I am aware that white is not a color, but how else can I put it?――were much in evidence in the shape of pennants and neckties and arm-bands, while a frivolous fox-terrier led the procession, straining at his leash, attired in a green blanket with the school monogram in white.
past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading THE FIRST GAME When, at two o’clock, the invading hordes swept down on Grafton it looked as though Mount Morris Academy had arrived in toto.
the act of directing the eyes toward something and perceiving it visually
From this reading Altogether, that invasion was notable and picturesque, and Grafton, looking on from the windows of Lothrop and Trow or from along the campus fence, cheered approvingly.
Lothrop
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From this reading Altogether, that invasion was notable and picturesque, and Grafton, looking on from the windows of Lothrop and Trow or from along the campus fence, cheered approvingly.
marchingnounUS /ˈmɑːrtʃɪŋ/
the act of marching; walking with regular steps (especially in a procession of some kind)
From this reading They came in hilarious mood, marching along Crumbie and River Streets four abreast and waving small green megaphones through which they hoped to later roar the enemy into subjection.
megaphonesnounUS /ˈmeɡəfoʊnz/
plural of “megaphone” — a cone-shaped acoustic device held to the mouth to intensify and direct the human voice
From this reading They came in hilarious mood, marching along Crumbie and River Streets four abreast and waving small green megaphones through which they hoped to later roar the enemy into subjection.
monogramnounUS /ˈmɑːnəɡræm/
a graphic symbol consisting of 2 or more letters combined (usually your initials); printed on stationery or embroidered on clothing
From this reading Green and white, the Mount Morris colors――I am aware that white is not a color, but how else can I put it?――were much in evidence in the shape of pennants and neckties and arm-bands, while a frivolous fox-terrier led the procession, straining at his leash, attired in a green blanket with the school monogram in white.
a characteristic (habitual or relatively temporary) state of feeling
From this reading They came in hilarious mood, marching along Crumbie and River Streets four abreast and waving small green megaphones through which they hoped to later roar the enemy into subjection.
MorrisnounUS /ˈmɔːrəs/
United States suffragist in Wyoming (1814-1902)
From this reading THE FIRST GAME When, at two o’clock, the invading hordes swept down on Grafton it looked as though Mount Morris Academy had arrived in toto.
attach to a support
From this reading THE FIRST GAME When, at two o’clock, the invading hordes swept down on Grafton it looked as though Mount Morris Academy had arrived in toto.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading Green and white, the Mount Morris colors――I am aware that white is not a color, but how else can I put it?――were much in evidence in the shape of pennants and neckties and arm-bands, while a frivolous fox-terrier led the procession, straining at his leash, attired in a green blanket with the school monogram in white.
necktiesnounUS /ˈnektaɪz/
plural of “necktie” — neckwear consisting of a long narrow piece of material worn (mostly by men) under a collar and tied in knot at the front
From this reading Green and white, the Mount Morris colors――I am aware that white is not a color, but how else can I put it?――were much in evidence in the shape of pennants and neckties and arm-bands, while a frivolous fox-terrier led the procession, straining at his leash, attired in a green blanket with the school monogram in white.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Green and white, the Mount Morris colors――I am aware that white is not a color, but how else can I put it?――were much in evidence in the shape of pennants and neckties and arm-bands, while a frivolous fox-terrier led the procession, straining at his leash, attired in a green blanket with the school monogram in white.
notableadjectiveUS /ˈnoʊtəbəl/
widely known and esteemed
From this reading Altogether, that invasion was notable and picturesque, and Grafton, looking on from the windows of Lothrop and Trow or from along the campus fence, cheered approvingly.
o'clockadverbUS /əˈklɑːk/
according to the clock
From this reading THE FIRST GAME When, at two o’clock, the invading hordes swept down on Grafton it looked as though Mount Morris Academy had arrived in toto.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Of the hundred and eighty-odd students enrolled at the Greenbank school that year, fully a hundred and fifty swarmed over from the station after the arrival of the train.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading THE FIRST GAME When, at two o’clock, the invading hordes swept down on Grafton it looked as though Mount Morris Academy had arrived in toto.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading Altogether, that invasion was notable and picturesque, and Grafton, looking on from the windows of Lothrop and Trow or from along the campus fence, cheered approvingly.
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading Of the hundred and eighty-odd students enrolled at the Greenbank school that year, fully a hundred and fifty swarmed over from the station after the arrival of the train.
pennantsnounUS /ˈpenənts/
plural of “pennant” — the award given to the champion
From this reading Green and white, the Mount Morris colors――I am aware that white is not a color, but how else can I put it?――were much in evidence in the shape of pennants and neckties and arm-bands, while a frivolous fox-terrier led the procession, straining at his leash, attired in a green blanket with the school monogram in white.
picturesqueadjectiveUS /ˈpɪktʃərəsk/
suggesting or suitable for a picture; pretty as a picture
From this reading Altogether, that invasion was notable and picturesque, and Grafton, looking on from the windows of Lothrop and Trow or from along the campus fence, cheered approvingly.
processionnounUS /prəˈseʃən/
(theology) the origination of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost
From this reading Green and white, the Mount Morris colors――I am aware that white is not a color, but how else can I put it?――were much in evidence in the shape of pennants and neckties and arm-bands, while a frivolous fox-terrier led the procession, straining at his leash, attired in a green blanket with the school monogram in white.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading Green and white, the Mount Morris colors――I am aware that white is not a color, but how else can I put it?――were much in evidence in the shape of pennants and neckties and arm-bands, while a frivolous fox-terrier led the procession, straining at his leash, attired in a green blanket with the school monogram in white.
a large natural stream of water (larger than a creek)
From this reading They came in hilarious mood, marching along Crumbie and River Streets four abreast and waving small green megaphones through which they hoped to later roar the enemy into subjection.
make a loud noise, as of wind, water, or vehicles
From this reading They came in hilarious mood, marching along Crumbie and River Streets four abreast and waving small green megaphones through which they hoped to later roar the enemy into subjection.
an educational institution
From this reading Of the hundred and eighty-odd students enrolled at the Greenbank school that year, fully a hundred and fifty swarmed over from the station after the arrival of the train.
any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline)
From this reading Green and white, the Mount Morris colors――I am aware that white is not a color, but how else can I put it?――were much in evidence in the shape of pennants and neckties and arm-bands, while a frivolous fox-terrier led the procession, straining at his leash, attired in a green blanket with the school monogram in white.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading They came in hilarious mood, marching along Crumbie and River Streets four abreast and waving small green megaphones through which they hoped to later roar the enemy into subjection.
a facility equipped with special equipment and personnel for a particular purpose
From this reading Of the hundred and eighty-odd students enrolled at the Greenbank school that year, fully a hundred and fifty swarmed over from the station after the arrival of the train.
strainingnounUS /ˈstreɪnɪŋ/
an intense or violent exertion
From this reading Green and white, the Mount Morris colors――I am aware that white is not a color, but how else can I put it?――were much in evidence in the shape of pennants and neckties and arm-bands, while a frivolous fox-terrier led the procession, straining at his leash, attired in a green blanket with the school monogram in white.
plural of “street” — a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings
From this reading They came in hilarious mood, marching along Crumbie and River Streets four abreast and waving small green megaphones through which they hoped to later roar the enemy into subjection.
studentsnounUS /ˈstuːdənts/
plural of “student” — a learner who is enrolled in an educational institution
From this reading Of the hundred and eighty-odd students enrolled at the Greenbank school that year, fully a hundred and fifty swarmed over from the station after the arrival of the train.
subjectionnoun
forced submission to control by others
From this reading They came in hilarious mood, marching along Crumbie and River Streets four abreast and waving small green megaphones through which they hoped to later roar the enemy into subjection.
swarmedverbUS /swɔːrmd/
past form of “swarm” — be teeming, be abuzz
From this reading Of the hundred and eighty-odd students enrolled at the Greenbank school that year, fully a hundred and fifty swarmed over from the station after the arrival of the train.
possessing sweep
From this reading THE FIRST GAME When, at two o’clock, the invading hordes swept down on Grafton it looked as though Mount Morris Academy had arrived in toto.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Of the hundred and eighty-odd students enrolled at the Greenbank school that year, fully a hundred and fifty swarmed over from the station after the arrival of the train.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE FIRST GAME When, at two o’clock, the invading hordes swept down on Grafton it looked as though Mount Morris Academy had arrived in toto.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading They came in hilarious mood, marching along Crumbie and River Streets four abreast and waving small green megaphones through which they hoped to later roar the enemy into subjection.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading THE FIRST GAME When, at two o’clock, the invading hordes swept down on Grafton it looked as though Mount Morris Academy had arrived in toto.
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading They came in hilarious mood, marching along Crumbie and River Streets four abreast and waving small green megaphones through which they hoped to later roar the enemy into subjection.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading They came in hilarious mood, marching along Crumbie and River Streets four abreast and waving small green megaphones through which they hoped to later roar the enemy into subjection.
toto
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From this reading THE FIRST GAME When, at two o’clock, the invading hordes swept down on Grafton it looked as though Mount Morris Academy had arrived in toto.
create by training and teaching
From this reading Of the hundred and eighty-odd students enrolled at the Greenbank school that year, fully a hundred and fifty swarmed over from the station after the arrival of the train.
Trow
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From this reading Altogether, that invasion was notable and picturesque, and Grafton, looking on from the windows of Lothrop and Trow or from along the campus fence, cheered approvingly.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading THE FIRST GAME When, at two o’clock, the invading hordes swept down on Grafton it looked as though Mount Morris Academy had arrived in toto.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Altogether, that invasion was notable and picturesque, and Grafton, looking on from the windows of Lothrop and Trow or from along the campus fence, cheered approvingly.
wavingnounUS /ˈweɪvɪŋ/
the act of signaling by a movement of the hand
From this reading They came in hilarious mood, marching along Crumbie and River Streets four abreast and waving small green megaphones through which they hoped to later roar the enemy into subjection.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Green and white, the Mount Morris colors――I am aware that white is not a color, but how else can I put it?――were much in evidence in the shape of pennants and neckties and arm-bands, while a frivolous fox-terrier led the procession, straining at his leash, attired in a green blanket with the school monogram in white.
at the time that
From this reading THE FIRST GAME When, at two o’clock, the invading hordes swept down on Grafton it looked as though Mount Morris Academy had arrived in toto.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading They came in hilarious mood, marching along Crumbie and River Streets four abreast and waving small green megaphones through which they hoped to later roar the enemy into subjection.
whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading Green and white, the Mount Morris colors――I am aware that white is not a color, but how else can I put it?――were much in evidence in the shape of pennants and neckties and arm-bands, while a frivolous fox-terrier led the procession, straining at his leash, attired in a green blanket with the school monogram in white.
a Caucasian
From this reading Green and white, the Mount Morris colors――I am aware that white is not a color, but how else can I put it?――were much in evidence in the shape of pennants and neckties and arm-bands, while a frivolous fox-terrier led the procession, straining at his leash, attired in a green blanket with the school monogram in white.
(trademark) an operating system with a graphical user interface
From this reading Altogether, that invasion was notable and picturesque, and Grafton, looking on from the windows of Lothrop and Trow or from along the campus fence, cheered approvingly.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Green and white, the Mount Morris colors――I am aware that white is not a color, but how else can I put it?――were much in evidence in the shape of pennants and neckties and arm-bands, while a frivolous fox-terrier led the procession, straining at his leash, attired in a green blanket with the school monogram in white.
a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days
From this reading Of the hundred and eighty-odd students enrolled at the Greenbank school that year, fully a hundred and fifty swarmed over from the station after the arrival of the train.