lasso-like

Updated: May 19, 2025

The boy was supporting the little form with one hand, while he propelled himself with the other. As soon as Tom came within reach, another lasso-like fling was made, the coil dropping so near the boy that he succeeded in grasping it with his free hand. Whoever the little fellow was that was acting the rôle, he certainly was a genius in his way. His presence of mind was almost marvelous.

Edward Sylvester Ellis - Brave Tom: The Battle That Won