used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Change doth unknit the tranquil strength of man; Love lends life a little grace, A few sad smiles; and then, Both are laid in one cold place, In the grave."
alleviateverbUS /əˈliːvieɪt/
provide physical relief, as from pain
From this reading Hers was a silent, stony grief (now that the first torrent of tears had been shed) of that undemonstrative, reserved nature, that it is so difficult to alleviate, and that shrinks from outward sympathy.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading "Joy comes and goes, hope ebbs and flows, Like the wave.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Change doth unknit the tranquil strength of man; Love lends life a little grace, A few sad smiles; and then, Both are laid in one cold place, In the grave."
ArnoldnounUS /ˈɑːrnəld/
English poet and literary critic (1822-1888)
From this reading _M. Arnold._ DAYS crawled by, and Helen gradually and painfully began to realize her lot.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading Hers was a silent, stony grief (now that the first torrent of tears had been shed) of that undemonstrative, reserved nature, that it is so difficult to alleviate, and that shrinks from outward sympathy.
inflected form of “begin” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading _M. Arnold._ DAYS crawled by, and Helen gradually and painfully began to realize her lot.
the two together, not just one
From this reading Change doth unknit the tranquil strength of man; Love lends life a little grace, A few sad smiles; and then, Both are laid in one cold place, In the grave."
showing who or what does the action
From this reading _M. Arnold._ DAYS crawled by, and Helen gradually and painfully began to realize her lot.
cause to change; make different; cause a transformation
From this reading Change doth unknit the tranquil strength of man; Love lends life a little grace, A few sad smiles; and then, Both are laid in one cold place, In the grave."
having a low or inadequate temperature or feeling a sensation of coldness or having been made cold by e.g. ice or refrigeration
From this reading Change doth unknit the tranquil strength of man; Love lends life a little grace, A few sad smiles; and then, Both are laid in one cold place, In the grave."
plural of “come” — the thick white fluid containing spermatozoa that is ejaculated by the male genital tract
From this reading "Joy comes and goes, hope ebbs and flows, Like the wave.
crawledverbUS /krɔːld/
past form of “crawl” — move slowly; in the case of people or animals with the body near the ground
From this reading _M. Arnold._ DAYS crawled by, and Helen gradually and painfully began to realize her lot.
the time during which someone's life continues
From this reading _M. Arnold._ DAYS crawled by, and Helen gradually and painfully began to realize her lot.
not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure
From this reading Hers was a silent, stony grief (now that the first torrent of tears had been shed) of that undemonstrative, reserved nature, that it is so difficult to alleviate, and that shrinks from outward sympathy.
dothauxiliary verbUS /dɔːθ/
an old form of “does”
From this reading Change doth unknit the tranquil strength of man; Love lends life a little grace, A few sad smiles; and then, Both are laid in one cold place, In the grave."
ebbsnounUS /ebz/
plural of “ebb” — a gradual decline (in size or strength or power or number)
From this reading "Joy comes and goes, hope ebbs and flows, Like the wave.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number
From this reading Change doth unknit the tranquil strength of man; Love lends life a little grace, A few sad smiles; and then, Both are laid in one cold place, In the grave."
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading Hers was a silent, stony grief (now that the first torrent of tears had been shed) of that undemonstrative, reserved nature, that it is so difficult to alleviate, and that shrinks from outward sympathy.
flowsnounUS /floʊz/
plural of “flow” — the motion characteristic of fluids (liquids or gases)
From this reading "Joy comes and goes, hope ebbs and flows, Like the wave.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading Hers was a silent, stony grief (now that the first torrent of tears had been shed) of that undemonstrative, reserved nature, that it is so difficult to alleviate, and that shrinks from outward sympathy.
plural of “go” — a time period for working (after which you will be relieved by someone else)
From this reading "Joy comes and goes, hope ebbs and flows, Like the wave.
(Christian theology) a state of sanctification by God; the state of one who is under such divine influence
From this reading Change doth unknit the tranquil strength of man; Love lends life a little grace, A few sad smiles; and then, Both are laid in one cold place, In the grave."
in a gradual manner
From this reading _M. Arnold._ DAYS crawled by, and Helen gradually and painfully began to realize her lot.
death of a person
From this reading Change doth unknit the tranquil strength of man; Love lends life a little grace, A few sad smiles; and then, Both are laid in one cold place, In the grave."
intense sorrow caused by loss of a loved one (especially by death)
From this reading Hers was a silent, stony grief (now that the first torrent of tears had been shed) of that undemonstrative, reserved nature, that it is so difficult to alleviate, and that shrinks from outward sympathy.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Hers was a silent, stony grief (now that the first torrent of tears had been shed) of that undemonstrative, reserved nature, that it is so difficult to alleviate, and that shrinks from outward sympathy.
(Greek mythology) the beautiful daughter of Zeus and Leda who was abducted by Paris; the Greek army sailed to Troy to get her back which resulted in the Trojan War
From this reading _M. Arnold._ DAYS crawled by, and Helen gradually and painfully began to realize her lot.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading _M. Arnold._ DAYS crawled by, and Helen gradually and painfully began to realize her lot.
the one or ones belonging to her
From this reading Hers was a silent, stony grief (now that the first torrent of tears had been shed) of that undemonstrative, reserved nature, that it is so difficult to alleviate, and that shrinks from outward sympathy.
a specific instance of feeling hopeful
From this reading "Joy comes and goes, hope ebbs and flows, Like the wave.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Change doth unknit the tranquil strength of man; Love lends life a little grace, A few sad smiles; and then, Both are laid in one cold place, In the grave."
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Hers was a silent, stony grief (now that the first torrent of tears had been shed) of that undemonstrative, reserved nature, that it is so difficult to alleviate, and that shrinks from outward sympathy.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading "WAS IT POSSIBLE!"
the emotion of great happiness
From this reading "Joy comes and goes, hope ebbs and flows, Like the wave.
set down according to a plan
From this reading Change doth unknit the tranquil strength of man; Love lends life a little grace, A few sad smiles; and then, Both are laid in one cold place, In the grave."
lendsverbUS /lendz/
third-person singular of “lend” — bestow a quality on
From this reading Change doth unknit the tranquil strength of man; Love lends life a little grace, A few sad smiles; and then, Both are laid in one cold place, In the grave."
a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading Change doth unknit the tranquil strength of man; Love lends life a little grace, A few sad smiles; and then, Both are laid in one cold place, In the grave."
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading "Joy comes and goes, hope ebbs and flows, Like the wave.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading Change doth unknit the tranquil strength of man; Love lends life a little grace, A few sad smiles; and then, Both are laid in one cold place, In the grave."
(often followed by “of”) a large number or amount or extent
From this reading _M. Arnold._ DAYS crawled by, and Helen gradually and painfully began to realize her lot.
a strong positive emotion of regard and affection
From this reading Change doth unknit the tranquil strength of man; Love lends life a little grace, A few sad smiles; and then, Both are laid in one cold place, In the grave."
the basic unit of length adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites (approximately 1.094 yards)
From this reading _M. Arnold._ DAYS crawled by, and Helen gradually and painfully began to realize her lot.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading Change doth unknit the tranquil strength of man; Love lends life a little grace, A few sad smiles; and then, Both are laid in one cold place, In the grave."
the essential qualities or characteristics by which something is recognized
From this reading Hers was a silent, stony grief (now that the first torrent of tears had been shed) of that undemonstrative, reserved nature, that it is so difficult to alleviate, and that shrinks from outward sympathy.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading Hers was a silent, stony grief (now that the first torrent of tears had been shed) of that undemonstrative, reserved nature, that it is so difficult to alleviate, and that shrinks from outward sympathy.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Change doth unknit the tranquil strength of man; Love lends life a little grace, A few sad smiles; and then, Both are laid in one cold place, In the grave."
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading Change doth unknit the tranquil strength of man; Love lends life a little grace, A few sad smiles; and then, Both are laid in one cold place, In the grave."
outwardadjectiveUS /ˈaʊtwərd/
relating to physical reality rather than with thoughts or the mind
From this reading Hers was a silent, stony grief (now that the first torrent of tears had been shed) of that undemonstrative, reserved nature, that it is so difficult to alleviate, and that shrinks from outward sympathy.
painfullyadverbUS /ˈpeɪnfəli/
unpleasantly
From this reading _M. Arnold._ DAYS crawled by, and Helen gradually and painfully began to realize her lot.
a point located with respect to surface features of some region
From this reading Change doth unknit the tranquil strength of man; Love lends life a little grace, A few sad smiles; and then, Both are laid in one cold place, In the grave."
capable of happening or existing
From this reading "WAS IT POSSIBLE!"
be fully aware or cognizant of
From this reading _M. Arnold._ DAYS crawled by, and Helen gradually and painfully began to realize her lot.
reservedadjectiveUS /rɪˈzɜːrvd/
set aside for the use of a particular person or party
From this reading Hers was a silent, stony grief (now that the first torrent of tears had been shed) of that undemonstrative, reserved nature, that it is so difficult to alleviate, and that shrinks from outward sympathy.
experiencing or showing sorrow or unhappiness
From this reading Change doth unknit the tranquil strength of man; Love lends life a little grace, A few sad smiles; and then, Both are laid in one cold place, In the grave."
get rid of
From this reading Hers was a silent, stony grief (now that the first torrent of tears had been shed) of that undemonstrative, reserved nature, that it is so difficult to alleviate, and that shrinks from outward sympathy.
shrinksnounUS /ʃrɪŋks/
plural of “shrink” — a physician who specializes in psychiatry
From this reading Hers was a silent, stony grief (now that the first torrent of tears had been shed) of that undemonstrative, reserved nature, that it is so difficult to alleviate, and that shrinks from outward sympathy.
marked by absence of sound
From this reading Hers was a silent, stony grief (now that the first torrent of tears had been shed) of that undemonstrative, reserved nature, that it is so difficult to alleviate, and that shrinks from outward sympathy.
smilesnounUS /smaɪlz/
plural of “smile” — a facial expression characterized by turning up the corners of the mouth; usually shows pleasure or amusement
From this reading Change doth unknit the tranquil strength of man; Love lends life a little grace, A few sad smiles; and then, Both are laid in one cold place, In the grave."
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading Hers was a silent, stony grief (now that the first torrent of tears had been shed) of that undemonstrative, reserved nature, that it is so difficult to alleviate, and that shrinks from outward sympathy.
stonyadjectiveUS /ˈstoʊni/
abounding in rocks or stones
From this reading Hers was a silent, stony grief (now that the first torrent of tears had been shed) of that undemonstrative, reserved nature, that it is so difficult to alleviate, and that shrinks from outward sympathy.
the property of being physically or mentally strong
From this reading Change doth unknit the tranquil strength of man; Love lends life a little grace, A few sad smiles; and then, Both are laid in one cold place, In the grave."
an inclination to support or be loyal to or to agree with an opinion
From this reading Hers was a silent, stony grief (now that the first torrent of tears had been shed) of that undemonstrative, reserved nature, that it is so difficult to alleviate, and that shrinks from outward sympathy.
the process of shedding tears (usually accompanied by sobs or other inarticulate sounds)
From this reading Hers was a silent, stony grief (now that the first torrent of tears had been shed) of that undemonstrative, reserved nature, that it is so difficult to alleviate, and that shrinks from outward sympathy.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Hers was a silent, stony grief (now that the first torrent of tears had been shed) of that undemonstrative, reserved nature, that it is so difficult to alleviate, and that shrinks from outward sympathy.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading "Joy comes and goes, hope ebbs and flows, Like the wave.
subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)
From this reading Change doth unknit the tranquil strength of man; Love lends life a little grace, A few sad smiles; and then, Both are laid in one cold place, In the grave."
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading _M. Arnold._ DAYS crawled by, and Helen gradually and painfully began to realize her lot.
torrentnounUS /ˈtɔːrənt/
a heavy rain
From this reading Hers was a silent, stony grief (now that the first torrent of tears had been shed) of that undemonstrative, reserved nature, that it is so difficult to alleviate, and that shrinks from outward sympathy.
tranquiladjectiveUS /ˈtræŋkwəl/
(of a body of water) free from disturbance by heavy waves
From this reading Change doth unknit the tranquil strength of man; Love lends life a little grace, A few sad smiles; and then, Both are laid in one cold place, In the grave."
undemonstrativeadjective
not given to open expression of emotion
From this reading Hers was a silent, stony grief (now that the first torrent of tears had been shed) of that undemonstrative, reserved nature, that it is so difficult to alleviate, and that shrinks from outward sympathy.
unknit
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From this reading Change doth unknit the tranquil strength of man; Love lends life a little grace, A few sad smiles; and then, Both are laid in one cold place, In the grave."
WASauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading "WAS IT POSSIBLE!"
one of a series of ridges that moves across the surface of a liquid (especially across a large body of water)
From this reading "Joy comes and goes, hope ebbs and flows, Like the wave.
