adeterminerUS /ə/
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading THE FIRST NIGHT OUT It was with a strange feeling of exhilaration that Tom and Jack realized the fact that at last they were embarked on a flight that would either bring about their death or, if successful, make a record in long distance non-stop travel in a heavier-than-air machine.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading THE FIRST NIGHT OUT It was with a strange feeling of exhilaration that Tom and Jack realized the fact that at last they were embarked on a flight that would either bring about their death or, if successful, make a record in long distance non-stop travel in a heavier-than-air machine.
alladjectiveUS /ɔːl/
(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 Both boys looked down to catch the last glimpse of France, the land so closely associated with liberty in the minds of all true Americans.
AmericansnounUS /əˈmerəkənz/
plural of “american” — a native or inhabitant of the United States
From this reading Both boys looked down to catch the last glimpse of France, the land so closely associated with liberty in the minds of all true Americans.
andconjunctionUS /ənd/
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading THE FIRST NIGHT OUT It was with a strange feeling of exhilaration that Tom and Jack realized the fact that at last they were embarked on a flight that would either bring about their death or, if successful, make a record in long distance non-stop travel in a heavier-than-air machine.
armiesnounUS /ˈɑːrmiz/
plural of “army” — a permanent organization of the military land forces of a nation or state
From this reading It was in her cause two million young Yankees were at that very hour facing the Boche in a determined effort to chase him back over the Rhine and force a stern settlement for all the devastation his armies had wrought.
associatedverbUS /əˈsoʊsieɪtɪd/
past form of “associate” — make a logical or causal connection
From this reading Both boys looked down to catch the last glimpse of France, the land so closely associated with liberty in the minds of all true Americans.
atprepositionUS /æt/
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading THE FIRST NIGHT OUT It was with a strange feeling of exhilaration that Tom and Jack realized the fact that at last they were embarked on a flight that would either bring about their death or, if successful, make a record in long distance non-stop travel in a heavier-than-air machine.
backadverbUS /bæk/
in or to or toward a former location
From this reading It was in her cause two million young Yankees were at that very hour facing the Boche in a determined effort to chase him back over the Rhine and force a stern settlement for all the devastation his armies had wrought.
beachnounUS /biːtʃ/
an area of sand sloping down to the water of a sea or lake
From this reading The cheers of the men on the beach had been drowned in the roar of the powerful motors and twin propellers when they left the land and commenced to sweep upward in a graceful curve.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading The cheers of the men on the beach had been drowned in the roar of the powerful motors and twin propellers when they left the land and commenced to sweep upward in a graceful curve.
blotnounUS /blɑːt/
a blemish made by dirt
From this reading Quickly did the darkness blot out all trace of land.
BochenounUS /bɑːtʃ/
offensive term for a person of German descent
From this reading It was in her cause two million young Yankees were at that very hour facing the Boche in a determined effort to chase him back over the Rhine and force a stern settlement for all the devastation his armies had wrought.
BothdeterminerUS /boʊθ/
the two together, not just one
From this reading Both boys looked down to catch the last glimpse of France, the land so closely associated with liberty in the minds of all true Americans.
boysnounUS /bɔɪz/
plural of “boy” — a youthful male person
From this reading Both boys looked down to catch the last glimpse of France, the land so closely associated with liberty in the minds of all true Americans.
bringverbUS /brɪŋ/
take something or somebody with oneself somewhere
From this reading THE FIRST NIGHT OUT It was with a strange feeling of exhilaration that Tom and Jack realized the fact that at last they were embarked on a flight that would either bring about their death or, if successful, make a record in long distance non-stop travel in a heavier-than-air machine.
catchverbUS /kætʃ/
discover or come upon accidentally, suddenly, or unexpectedly; catch somebody doing something or in a certain state
From this reading Both boys looked down to catch the last glimpse of France, the land so closely associated with liberty in the minds of all true Americans.
causenounUS /kɑːz/
events that provide the generative force that is the origin of something
From this reading It was in her cause two million young Yankees were at that very hour facing the Boche in a determined effort to chase him back over the Rhine and force a stern settlement for all the devastation his armies had wrought.
chaseverbUS /tʃeɪs/
go after with the intent to catch
From this reading It was in her cause two million young Yankees were at that very hour facing the Boche in a determined effort to chase him back over the Rhine and force a stern settlement for all the devastation his armies had wrought.
cheersnounUS /tʃɪrz/
plural of “cheer” — a cry or shout of approval
From this reading The cheers of the men on the beach had been drowned in the roar of the powerful motors and twin propellers when they left the land and commenced to sweep upward in a graceful curve.
closelyadverbUS /ˈkloʊsli/
in a close relation or position in time or space
From this reading Both boys looked down to catch the last glimpse of France, the land so closely associated with liberty in the minds of all true Americans.
commencedverbUS /kəˈmenst/
past form of “commence” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading The cheers of the men on the beach had been drowned in the roar of the powerful motors and twin propellers when they left the land and commenced to sweep upward in a graceful curve.
curvenounUS /kɜːrv/
the trace of a point whose direction of motion changes
From this reading The cheers of the men on the beach had been drowned in the roar of the powerful motors and twin propellers when they left the land and commenced to sweep upward in a graceful curve.
darknessnounUS /ˈdɑːrknəs/
absence of light or illumination
From this reading Quickly did the darkness blot out all trace of land.
deathnounUS /deθ/
the event of dying or departure from life
From this reading THE FIRST NIGHT OUT It was with a strange feeling of exhilaration that Tom and Jack realized the fact that at last they were embarked on a flight that would either bring about their death or, if successful, make a record in long distance non-stop travel in a heavier-than-air machine.
determinedadjectiveUS /dɪˈtɜːrmənd/
characterized by great determination
From this reading It was in her cause two million young Yankees were at that very hour facing the Boche in a determined effort to chase him back over the Rhine and force a stern settlement for all the devastation his armies had wrought.
devastationnounUS /ˌdevəˈsteɪʃən/
the state of being decayed or destroyed
From this reading It was in her cause two million young Yankees were at that very hour facing the Boche in a determined effort to chase him back over the Rhine and force a stern settlement for all the devastation his armies had wrought.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading Quickly did the darkness blot out all trace of land.
distancenounUS /ˈdɪstəns/
the property created by the space between two objects or points
From this reading THE FIRST NIGHT OUT It was with a strange feeling of exhilaration that Tom and Jack realized the fact that at last they were embarked on a flight that would either bring about their death or, if successful, make a record in long distance non-stop travel in a heavier-than-air machine.
downadjectiveUS /daʊn/
being or moving lower in position or less in some value
From this reading Both boys looked down to catch the last glimpse of France, the land so closely associated with liberty in the minds of all true Americans.
drownedverbUS /draʊnd/
past form of “drown” — cover completely or make imperceptible
From this reading The cheers of the men on the beach had been drowned in the roar of the powerful motors and twin propellers when they left the land and commenced to sweep upward in a graceful curve.
effortnounUS /ˈefərt/
earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something
From this reading It was in her cause two million young Yankees were at that very hour facing the Boche in a determined effort to chase him back over the Rhine and force a stern settlement for all the devastation his armies had wrought.
eitherdeterminerUS /ˈiːðər/
one or the other of two
From this reading THE FIRST NIGHT OUT It was with a strange feeling of exhilaration that Tom and Jack realized the fact that at last they were embarked on a flight that would either bring about their death or, if successful, make a record in long distance non-stop travel in a heavier-than-air machine.
embarkedverbUS /emˈbɑːrkt/
past form of “embark” — go on board
From this reading THE FIRST NIGHT OUT It was with a strange feeling of exhilaration that Tom and Jack realized the fact that at last they were embarked on a flight that would either bring about their death or, if successful, make a record in long distance non-stop travel in a heavier-than-air machine.
exhilarationnounUS /ɪɡˌzɪlərˈeɪʃən/
the feeling of lively and cheerful joy
From this reading THE FIRST NIGHT OUT It was with a strange feeling of exhilaration that Tom and Jack realized the fact that at last they were embarked on a flight that would either bring about their death or, if successful, make a record in long distance non-stop travel in a heavier-than-air machine.
facingnounUS /ˈfeɪsɪŋ/
a lining applied to the edge of a garment for ornamentation or strengthening
From this reading It was in her cause two million young Yankees were at that very hour facing the Boche in a determined effort to chase him back over the Rhine and force a stern settlement for all the devastation his armies had wrought.
factnounUS /fækt/
a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred
From this reading THE FIRST NIGHT OUT It was with a strange feeling of exhilaration that Tom and Jack realized the fact that at last they were embarked on a flight that would either bring about their death or, if successful, make a record in long distance non-stop travel in a heavier-than-air machine.
feelingnounUS /ˈfiːlɪŋ/
the experiencing of affective and emotional states
From this reading THE FIRST NIGHT OUT It was with a strange feeling of exhilaration that Tom and Jack realized the fact that at last they were embarked on a flight that would either bring about their death or, if successful, make a record in long distance non-stop travel in a heavier-than-air machine.
FIRSTadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading THE FIRST NIGHT OUT It was with a strange feeling of exhilaration that Tom and Jack realized the fact that at last they were embarked on a flight that would either bring about their death or, if successful, make a record in long distance non-stop travel in a heavier-than-air machine.
flightnounUS /flaɪt/
a formation of aircraft in flight
From this reading THE FIRST NIGHT OUT It was with a strange feeling of exhilaration that Tom and Jack realized the fact that at last they were embarked on a flight that would either bring about their death or, if successful, make a record in long distance non-stop travel in a heavier-than-air machine.
forprepositionUS /fɔːr/
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading It was in her cause two million young Yankees were at that very hour facing the Boche in a determined effort to chase him back over the Rhine and force a stern settlement for all the devastation his armies had wrought.
forcenounUS /fɔːrs/
a powerful effect or influence
From this reading It was in her cause two million young Yankees were at that very hour facing the Boche in a determined effort to chase him back over the Rhine and force a stern settlement for all the devastation his armies had wrought.
FrancenounUS /fræns/
a republic in western Europe; the largest country wholly in Europe
From this reading Both boys looked down to catch the last glimpse of France, the land so closely associated with liberty in the minds of all true Americans.
glimpsenounUS /ɡlɪmps/
a quick look
From this reading Both boys looked down to catch the last glimpse of France, the land so closely associated with liberty in the minds of all true Americans.
gracefuladjectiveUS /ˈɡreɪsfəl/
characterized by beauty of movement, style, form, or execution
From this reading The cheers of the men on the beach had been drowned in the roar of the powerful motors and twin propellers when they left the land and commenced to sweep upward in a graceful curve.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading The cheers of the men on the beach had been drowned in the roar of the powerful motors and twin propellers when they left the land and commenced to sweep upward in a graceful curve.
heavier-than-airadjective
relating to an aircraft heavier than the air it displaces
From this reading THE FIRST NIGHT OUT It was with a strange feeling of exhilaration that Tom and Jack realized the fact that at last they were embarked on a flight that would either bring about their death or, if successful, make a record in long distance non-stop travel in a heavier-than-air machine.
herdeterminerUS /hɜːr/
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading It was in her cause two million young Yankees were at that very hour facing the Boche in a determined effort to chase him back over the Rhine and force a stern settlement for all the devastation his armies had wrought.
himpronounUS /hɪm/
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading It was in her cause two million young Yankees were at that very hour facing the Boche in a determined effort to chase him back over the Rhine and force a stern settlement for all the devastation his armies had wrought.
hisdeterminerUS /hɪz/
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading It was in her cause two million young Yankees were at that very hour facing the Boche in a determined effort to chase him back over the Rhine and force a stern settlement for all the devastation his armies had wrought.
hournounUS /ˈaʊər/
a period of time equal to 1/24th of a day
From this reading It was in her cause two million young Yankees were at that very hour facing the Boche in a determined effort to chase him back over the Rhine and force a stern settlement for all the devastation his armies had wrought.
ifconjunctionUS /ɪf/
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading THE FIRST NIGHT OUT It was with a strange feeling of exhilaration that Tom and Jack realized the fact that at last they were embarked on a flight that would either bring about their death or, if successful, make a record in long distance non-stop travel in a heavier-than-air machine.
inprepositionUS /ɪn/
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading THE FIRST NIGHT OUT It was with a strange feeling of exhilaration that Tom and Jack realized the fact that at last they were embarked on a flight that would either bring about their death or, if successful, make a record in long distance non-stop travel in a heavier-than-air machine.
ItpronounUS /ɪt/
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading THE FIRST NIGHT OUT It was with a strange feeling of exhilaration that Tom and Jack realized the fact that at last they were embarked on a flight that would either bring about their death or, if successful, make a record in long distance non-stop travel in a heavier-than-air machine.
JacknounUS /dʒæk/
a small worthless amount
From this reading THE FIRST NIGHT OUT It was with a strange feeling of exhilaration that Tom and Jack realized the fact that at last they were embarked on a flight that would either bring about their death or, if successful, make a record in long distance non-stop travel in a heavier-than-air machine.
landnounUS /lænd/
the land on which real estate is located
From this reading The cheers of the men on the beach had been drowned in the roar of the powerful motors and twin propellers when they left the land and commenced to sweep upward in a graceful curve.
lastadjectiveUS /læst/
immediately past
From this reading THE FIRST NIGHT OUT It was with a strange feeling of exhilaration that Tom and Jack realized the fact that at last they were embarked on a flight that would either bring about their death or, if successful, make a record in long distance non-stop travel in a heavier-than-air machine.
leftnounUS /left/
location near or direction toward the left side; i.e. the side to the north when a person or object faces east
From this reading The cheers of the men on the beach had been drowned in the roar of the powerful motors and twin propellers when they left the land and commenced to sweep upward in a graceful curve.
libertynounUS /ˈlɪb.ər.ti/
The state of being free within society from oppressive restrictions on one's way of life.
From this reading Both boys looked down to catch the last glimpse of France, the land so closely associated with liberty in the minds of all true Americans.
longadjectiveUS /lɔːŋ/
primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified
From this reading THE FIRST NIGHT OUT It was with a strange feeling of exhilaration that Tom and Jack realized the fact that at last they were embarked on a flight that would either bring about their death or, if successful, make a record in long distance non-stop travel in a heavier-than-air machine.
lookedverbUS /lʊkt/
past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading Both boys looked down to catch the last glimpse of France, the land so closely associated with liberty in the minds of all true Americans.
machinenounUS /məˈʃiːn/
any mechanical or electrical device that transmits or modifies energy to perform or assist in the performance of human tasks
From this reading THE FIRST NIGHT OUT It was with a strange feeling of exhilaration that Tom and Jack realized the fact that at last they were embarked on a flight that would either bring about their death or, if successful, make a record in long distance non-stop travel in a heavier-than-air machine.
makeverbUS /meɪk/
engage in
From this reading THE FIRST NIGHT OUT It was with a strange feeling of exhilaration that Tom and Jack realized the fact that at last they were embarked on a flight that would either bring about their death or, if successful, make a record in long distance non-stop travel in a heavier-than-air machine.
mennounUS /men/
the force of workers available
From this reading The cheers of the men on the beach had been drowned in the roar of the powerful motors and twin propellers when they left the land and commenced to sweep upward in a graceful curve.
millionnounUS /ˈmɪljən/
the number that is represented as a one followed by 6 zeros
From this reading It was in her cause two million young Yankees were at that very hour facing the Boche in a determined effort to chase him back over the Rhine and force a stern settlement for all the devastation his armies had wrought.
mindsnounUS /maɪndz/
plural of “mind” — that which is responsible for one's thoughts, feelings, and conscious brain functions; the seat of the faculty of reason
From this reading Both boys looked down to catch the last glimpse of France, the land so closely associated with liberty in the minds of all true Americans.
motorsnounUS /ˈmoʊtərz/
plural of “motor” — machine that converts other forms of energy into mechanical energy and so imparts motion
From this reading The cheers of the men on the beach had been drowned in the roar of the powerful motors and twin propellers when they left the land and commenced to sweep upward in a graceful curve.
NIGHTnounUS /naɪt/
the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside
From this reading THE FIRST NIGHT OUT It was with a strange feeling of exhilaration that Tom and Jack realized the fact that at last they were embarked on a flight that would either bring about their death or, if successful, make a record in long distance non-stop travel in a heavier-than-air machine.
non-stop
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading THE FIRST NIGHT OUT It was with a strange feeling of exhilaration that Tom and Jack realized the fact that at last they were embarked on a flight that would either bring about their death or, if successful, make a record in long distance non-stop travel in a heavier-than-air machine.
ofprepositionUS /ʌv/
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading THE FIRST NIGHT OUT It was with a strange feeling of exhilaration that Tom and Jack realized the fact that at last they were embarked on a flight that would either bring about their death or, if successful, make a record in long distance non-stop travel in a heavier-than-air machine.
onprepositionUS /ɑːn/
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading THE FIRST NIGHT OUT It was with a strange feeling of exhilaration that Tom and Jack realized the fact that at last they were embarked on a flight that would either bring about their death or, if successful, make a record in long distance non-stop travel in a heavier-than-air machine.
orconjunctionUS /ɔːr/
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading THE FIRST NIGHT OUT It was with a strange feeling of exhilaration that Tom and Jack realized the fact that at last they were embarked on a flight that would either bring about their death or, if successful, make a record in long distance non-stop travel in a heavier-than-air machine.
OUTadjectiveUS /aʊt/
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading THE FIRST NIGHT OUT It was with a strange feeling of exhilaration that Tom and Jack realized the fact that at last they were embarked on a flight that would either bring about their death or, if successful, make a record in long distance non-stop travel in a heavier-than-air machine.
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading It was in her cause two million young Yankees were at that very hour facing the Boche in a determined effort to chase him back over the Rhine and force a stern settlement for all the devastation his armies had wrought.
powerfuladjectiveUS /ˈpaʊərfəl/
having great power or force or potency or effect
From this reading The cheers of the men on the beach had been drowned in the roar of the powerful motors and twin propellers when they left the land and commenced to sweep upward in a graceful curve.
propellersnounUS /prəˈpelərz/
plural of “propeller” — a mechanical device that rotates to push against air or water
From this reading The cheers of the men on the beach had been drowned in the roar of the powerful motors and twin propellers when they left the land and commenced to sweep upward in a graceful curve.
QuicklyadverbUS /ˈkwɪkli/
with speed
From this reading Quickly did the darkness blot out all trace of land.
realizedadjectiveUS /ˈriːəlaɪzd/
successfully completed or brought to an end
From this reading THE FIRST NIGHT OUT It was with a strange feeling of exhilaration that Tom and Jack realized the fact that at last they were embarked on a flight that would either bring about their death or, if successful, make a record in long distance non-stop travel in a heavier-than-air machine.
recordnounUS /rəˈkɔːrd/
anything (such as a document or a phonograph record or a photograph) providing permanent evidence of or information about past events
From this reading THE FIRST NIGHT OUT It was with a strange feeling of exhilaration that Tom and Jack realized the fact that at last they were embarked on a flight that would either bring about their death or, if successful, make a record in long distance non-stop travel in a heavier-than-air machine.
RhinenounUS /raɪn/
United States parapsychologist (1895-1980)
From this reading It was in her cause two million young Yankees were at that very hour facing the Boche in a determined effort to chase him back over the Rhine and force a stern settlement for all the devastation his armies had wrought.
roarverbUS /rɔːr/
make a loud noise, as of wind, water, or vehicles
From this reading The cheers of the men on the beach had been drowned in the roar of the powerful motors and twin propellers when they left the land and commenced to sweep upward in a graceful curve.
settlementnounUS /ˈsetəlmənt/
a body of people who settle far from home but maintain ties with their homeland; inhabitants remain nationals of their home state but are not literally under the home state's system of government
From this reading It was in her cause two million young Yankees were at that very hour facing the Boche in a determined effort to chase him back over the Rhine and force a stern settlement for all the devastation his armies had wrought.
soconjunctionUS /soʊ/
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading Both boys looked down to catch the last glimpse of France, the land so closely associated with liberty in the minds of all true Americans.
sternadjectiveUS /stɜːrn/
of a stern or strict bearing or demeanor; forbidding in aspect
From this reading It was in her cause two million young Yankees were at that very hour facing the Boche in a determined effort to chase him back over the Rhine and force a stern settlement for all the devastation his armies had wrought.
strangeadjectiveUS /streɪndʒ/
being definitely out of the ordinary and unexpected; slightly odd or even a bit weird
From this reading THE FIRST NIGHT OUT It was with a strange feeling of exhilaration that Tom and Jack realized the fact that at last they were embarked on a flight that would either bring about their death or, if successful, make a record in long distance non-stop travel in a heavier-than-air machine.
successfuladjectiveUS /səkˈsesfəl/
having succeeded or being marked by a favorable outcome
From this reading THE FIRST NIGHT OUT It was with a strange feeling of exhilaration that Tom and Jack realized the fact that at last they were embarked on a flight that would either bring about their death or, if successful, make a record in long distance non-stop travel in a heavier-than-air machine.
sweepverbUS /swiːp/
sweep across or over
From this reading The cheers of the men on the beach had been drowned in the roar of the powerful motors and twin propellers when they left the land and commenced to sweep upward in a graceful curve.
thatconjunctionUS /ðæt/
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading THE FIRST NIGHT OUT It was with a strange feeling of exhilaration that Tom and Jack realized the fact that at last they were embarked on a flight that would either bring about their death or, if successful, make a record in long distance non-stop travel in a heavier-than-air machine.
THEdeterminerUS /ðə/
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE FIRST NIGHT OUT It was with a strange feeling of exhilaration that Tom and Jack realized the fact that at last they were embarked on a flight that would either bring about their death or, if successful, make a record in long distance non-stop travel in a heavier-than-air machine.
theirdeterminerUS /ðer/
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading THE FIRST NIGHT OUT It was with a strange feeling of exhilaration that Tom and Jack realized the fact that at last they were embarked on a flight that would either bring about their death or, if successful, make a record in long distance non-stop travel in a heavier-than-air machine.
theypronounUS /ðeɪ/
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading THE FIRST NIGHT OUT It was with a strange feeling of exhilaration that Tom and Jack realized the fact that at last they were embarked on a flight that would either bring about their death or, if successful, make a record in long distance non-stop travel in a heavier-than-air machine.
toparticleUS /tuː/
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading The cheers of the men on the beach had been drowned in the roar of the powerful motors and twin propellers when they left the land and commenced to sweep upward in a graceful curve.
TomnounUS /tɑːm/
male cat
From this reading THE FIRST NIGHT OUT It was with a strange feeling of exhilaration that Tom and Jack realized the fact that at last they were embarked on a flight that would either bring about their death or, if successful, make a record in long distance non-stop travel in a heavier-than-air machine.
tracenounUS /treɪs/
a just detectable amount
From this reading Quickly did the darkness blot out all trace of land.
travelverbUS /ˈtrævəl/
change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading THE FIRST NIGHT OUT It was with a strange feeling of exhilaration that Tom and Jack realized the fact that at last they were embarked on a flight that would either bring about their death or, if successful, make a record in long distance non-stop travel in a heavier-than-air machine.
trueadjectiveUS /truː/
consistent with fact or reality; not false
From this reading Both boys looked down to catch the last glimpse of France, the land so closely associated with liberty in the minds of all true Americans.
twinnounUS /twɪn/
either of two offspring born at the same time from the same pregnancy
From this reading The cheers of the men on the beach had been drowned in the roar of the powerful motors and twin propellers when they left the land and commenced to sweep upward in a graceful curve.
twonounUS /tuː/
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading It was in her cause two million young Yankees were at that very hour facing the Boche in a determined effort to chase him back over the Rhine and force a stern settlement for all the devastation his armies had wrought.
upwardadjectiveUS /ˈʌpwərd/
directed up
From this reading The cheers of the men on the beach had been drowned in the roar of the powerful motors and twin propellers when they left the land and commenced to sweep upward in a graceful curve.
veryadjectiveUS /ˈveri/
precisely as stated
From this reading It was in her cause two million young Yankees were at that very hour facing the Boche in a determined effort to chase him back over the Rhine and force a stern settlement for all the devastation his armies had wrought.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading THE FIRST NIGHT OUT It was with a strange feeling of exhilaration that Tom and Jack realized the fact that at last they were embarked on a flight that would either bring about their death or, if successful, make a record in long distance non-stop travel in a heavier-than-air machine.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading THE FIRST NIGHT OUT It was with a strange feeling of exhilaration that Tom and Jack realized the fact that at last they were embarked on a flight that would either bring about their death or, if successful, make a record in long distance non-stop travel in a heavier-than-air machine.
whenconjunctionUS /wen/
at the time that
From this reading The cheers of the men on the beach had been drowned in the roar of the powerful motors and twin propellers when they left the land and commenced to sweep upward in a graceful curve.
withprepositionUS /wɪð/
in the company of; together with
From this reading THE FIRST NIGHT OUT It was with a strange feeling of exhilaration that Tom and Jack realized the fact that at last they were embarked on a flight that would either bring about their death or, if successful, make a record in long distance non-stop travel in a heavier-than-air machine.
wouldmodal verbUS /wʊd/
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading THE FIRST NIGHT OUT It was with a strange feeling of exhilaration that Tom and Jack realized the fact that at last they were embarked on a flight that would either bring about their death or, if successful, make a record in long distance non-stop travel in a heavier-than-air machine.
wroughtadjectiveUS /rɔːt/
shaped to fit by or as if by altering the contours of a pliable mass (as by work or effort)
From this reading It was in her cause two million young Yankees were at that very hour facing the Boche in a determined effort to chase him back over the Rhine and force a stern settlement for all the devastation his armies had wrought.
YankeesnounUS /ˈjæŋkiz/
plural of “yankee” — an American who lives in the North (especially during the American Civil War)
From this reading It was in her cause two million young Yankees were at that very hour facing the Boche in a determined effort to chase him back over the Rhine and force a stern settlement for all the devastation his armies had wrought.
youngadjectiveUS /jʌŋ/
(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth
From this reading It was in her cause two million young Yankees were at that very hour facing the Boche in a determined effort to chase him back over the Rhine and force a stern settlement for all the devastation his armies had wrought.
