used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading _The March ended.--A lonely Inn.--Evil Faces.--Beetling Brows.--Sinister Glances.--Suspicions of the Party.--They put their Head together.--Conferences of the Party.--A threatening Prospect.--Barricades.--In Time of Peace prepare for War.--The Garrison arm themselves._ After completing their arrangements they resumed their journey; but this time they all went on foot, with the exception of Uncle Moses.
(usually followed by “to”) having the necessary means or skill or know-how or authority to do something
From this reading They went on foot for two reasons: first, because it was impossible for the horses to pull them all when one of the wheels was gone, since it was as much as they could do to maintain a walking pace even with the empty carriage; and the other reason was, that by walking they would be better able to fight off the drowsiness which had menaced them.
a record or narrative description of past events
From this reading Uncle Moses, however, on account of his years, his infirmities, and his tendency to "rheumatics," together with his freedom from drowsiness, was installed in the carriage, with all due honors, as its sole occupant.
AfterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading _The March ended.--A lonely Inn.--Evil Faces.--Beetling Brows.--Sinister Glances.--Suspicions of the Party.--They put their Head together.--Conferences of the Party.--A threatening Prospect.--Barricades.--In Time of Peace prepare for War.--The Garrison arm themselves._ After completing their arrangements they resumed their journey; but this time they all went on foot, with the exception of Uncle Moses.
(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 _The March ended.--A lonely Inn.--Evil Faces.--Beetling Brows.--Sinister Glances.--Suspicions of the Party.--They put their Head together.--Conferences of the Party.--A threatening Prospect.--Barricades.--In Time of Peace prepare for War.--The Garrison arm themselves._ After completing their arrangements they resumed their journey; but this time they all went on foot, with the exception of Uncle Moses.
(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
From this reading Walking on thus, they did not regret, in the slightest degree, the hardships of their lot, but rather exulted in them, since they had been the means of rousing them out of their almost unconquerable tendency to sleep.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading They went on foot for two reasons: first, because it was impossible for the horses to pull them all when one of the wheels was gone, since it was as much as they could do to maintain a walking pace even with the empty carriage; and the other reason was, that by walking they would be better able to fight off the drowsiness which had menaced them.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading In truth, as far as drowsiness is concerned, there did not now seem to be any particular danger; for the shock of the break-down had been sufficient to rouse even Bob, and the effects of that shock still remained.
a human limb; technically the part of the superior limb between the shoulder and the elbow but commonly used to refer to the whole superior limb
From this reading _The March ended.--A lonely Inn.--Evil Faces.--Beetling Brows.--Sinister Glances.--Suspicions of the Party.--They put their Head together.--Conferences of the Party.--A threatening Prospect.--Barricades.--In Time of Peace prepare for War.--The Garrison arm themselves._ After completing their arrangements they resumed their journey; but this time they all went on foot, with the exception of Uncle Moses.
arrangementsnounUS /ərˈeɪndʒmənts/
plural of “arrangement” — the thing arranged or agreed to
From this reading _The March ended.--A lonely Inn.--Evil Faces.--Beetling Brows.--Sinister Glances.--Suspicions of the Party.--They put their Head together.--Conferences of the Party.--A threatening Prospect.--Barricades.--In Time of Peace prepare for War.--The Garrison arm themselves._ After completing their arrangements they resumed their journey; but this time they all went on foot, with the exception of Uncle Moses.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading They went on foot for two reasons: first, because it was impossible for the horses to pull them all when one of the wheels was gone, since it was as much as they could do to maintain a walking pace even with the empty carriage; and the other reason was, that by walking they would be better able to fight off the drowsiness which had menaced them.
BarricadesnounUS /ˈbærəkeɪdz/
plural of “barricade” — a barrier set up by police to stop traffic on a street or road in order to catch a fugitive or inspect traffic etc.
From this reading _The March ended.--A lonely Inn.--Evil Faces.--Beetling Brows.--Sinister Glances.--Suspicions of the Party.--They put their Head together.--Conferences of the Party.--A threatening Prospect.--Barricades.--In Time of Peace prepare for War.--The Garrison arm themselves._ After completing their arrangements they resumed their journey; but this time they all went on foot, with the exception of Uncle Moses.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading They went on foot for two reasons: first, because it was impossible for the horses to pull them all when one of the wheels was gone, since it was as much as they could do to maintain a walking pace even with the empty carriage; and the other reason was, that by walking they would be better able to fight off the drowsiness which had menaced them.
for the reason that
From this reading They went on foot for two reasons: first, because it was impossible for the horses to pull them all when one of the wheels was gone, since it was as much as they could do to maintain a walking pace even with the empty carriage; and the other reason was, that by walking they would be better able to fight off the drowsiness which had menaced them.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading In truth, as far as drowsiness is concerned, there did not now seem to be any particular danger; for the shock of the break-down had been sufficient to rouse even Bob, and the effects of that shock still remained.
Beetlingadjective
jutting or overhanging
From this reading _The March ended.--A lonely Inn.--Evil Faces.--Beetling Brows.--Sinister Glances.--Suspicions of the Party.--They put their Head together.--Conferences of the Party.--A threatening Prospect.--Barricades.--In Time of Peace prepare for War.--The Garrison arm themselves._ After completing their arrangements they resumed their journey; but this time they all went on foot, with the exception of Uncle Moses.
(comparative of “good”) superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability; more highly skilled than another
From this reading They went on foot for two reasons: first, because it was impossible for the horses to pull them all when one of the wheels was gone, since it was as much as they could do to maintain a walking pace even with the empty carriage; and the other reason was, that by walking they would be better able to fight off the drowsiness which had menaced them.
move up and down repeatedly
From this reading In truth, as far as drowsiness is concerned, there did not now seem to be any particular danger; for the shock of the break-down had been sufficient to rouse even Bob, and the effects of that shock still remained.
break-down
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From this reading In truth, as far as drowsiness is concerned, there did not now seem to be any particular danger; for the shock of the break-down had been sufficient to rouse even Bob, and the effects of that shock still remained.
BrowsnounUS /braʊz/
plural of “brow” — the part of the face above the eyes
From this reading _The March ended.--A lonely Inn.--Evil Faces.--Beetling Brows.--Sinister Glances.--Suspicions of the Party.--They put their Head together.--Conferences of the Party.--A threatening Prospect.--Barricades.--In Time of Peace prepare for War.--The Garrison arm themselves._ After completing their arrangements they resumed their journey; but this time they all went on foot, with the exception of Uncle Moses.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading _The March ended.--A lonely Inn.--Evil Faces.--Beetling Brows.--Sinister Glances.--Suspicions of the Party.--They put their Head together.--Conferences of the Party.--A threatening Prospect.--Barricades.--In Time of Peace prepare for War.--The Garrison arm themselves._ After completing their arrangements they resumed their journey; but this time they all went on foot, with the exception of Uncle Moses.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading They went on foot for two reasons: first, because it was impossible for the horses to pull them all when one of the wheels was gone, since it was as much as they could do to maintain a walking pace even with the empty carriage; and the other reason was, that by walking they would be better able to fight off the drowsiness which had menaced them.
a railcar where passengers ride
From this reading They went on foot for two reasons: first, because it was impossible for the horses to pull them all when one of the wheels was gone, since it was as much as they could do to maintain a walking pace even with the empty carriage; and the other reason was, that by walking they would be better able to fight off the drowsiness which had menaced them.
completingadjectiveUS /kəmˈpliːtɪŋ/
acting as or providing a complement (something that completes the whole)
From this reading _The March ended.--A lonely Inn.--Evil Faces.--Beetling Brows.--Sinister Glances.--Suspicions of the Party.--They put their Head together.--Conferences of the Party.--A threatening Prospect.--Barricades.--In Time of Peace prepare for War.--The Garrison arm themselves._ After completing their arrangements they resumed their journey; but this time they all went on foot, with the exception of Uncle Moses.
feeling or showing worry or solicitude
From this reading In truth, as far as drowsiness is concerned, there did not now seem to be any particular danger; for the shock of the break-down had been sufficient to rouse even Bob, and the effects of that shock still remained.
ConferencesnounUS /ˈkɑːnfərənsəz/
plural of “conference” — a prearranged meeting for consultation or exchange of information or discussion (especially one with a formal agenda)
From this reading _The March ended.--A lonely Inn.--Evil Faces.--Beetling Brows.--Sinister Glances.--Suspicions of the Party.--They put their Head together.--Conferences of the Party.--A threatening Prospect.--Barricades.--In Time of Peace prepare for War.--The Garrison arm themselves._ After completing their arrangements they resumed their journey; but this time they all went on foot, with the exception of Uncle Moses.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading They went on foot for two reasons: first, because it was impossible for the horses to pull them all when one of the wheels was gone, since it was as much as they could do to maintain a walking pace even with the empty carriage; and the other reason was, that by walking they would be better able to fight off the drowsiness which had menaced them.
the condition of being susceptible to harm or injury
From this reading In truth, as far as drowsiness is concerned, there did not now seem to be any particular danger; for the shock of the break-down had been sufficient to rouse even Bob, and the effects of that shock still remained.
a position on a scale of intensity or amount or quality
From this reading Walking on thus, they did not regret, in the slightest degree, the hardships of their lot, but rather exulted in them, since they had been the means of rousing them out of their almost unconquerable tendency to sleep.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading In truth, as far as drowsiness is concerned, there did not now seem to be any particular danger; for the shock of the break-down had been sufficient to rouse even Bob, and the effects of that shock still remained.
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading They went on foot for two reasons: first, because it was impossible for the horses to pull them all when one of the wheels was gone, since it was as much as they could do to maintain a walking pace even with the empty carriage; and the other reason was, that by walking they would be better able to fight off the drowsiness which had menaced them.
drowsinessnounUS /ˈdraʊzinəs/
a very sleepy state
From this reading They went on foot for two reasons: first, because it was impossible for the horses to pull them all when one of the wheels was gone, since it was as much as they could do to maintain a walking pace even with the empty carriage; and the other reason was, that by walking they would be better able to fight off the drowsiness which had menaced them.
owed and payable immediately or on demand
From this reading Uncle Moses, however, on account of his years, his infirmities, and his tendency to "rheumatics," together with his freedom from drowsiness, was installed in the carriage, with all due honors, as its sole occupant.
effectsnounUS /ɪˈfekts/
property of a personal character that is portable but not used in business
From this reading In truth, as far as drowsiness is concerned, there did not now seem to be any particular danger; for the shock of the break-down had been sufficient to rouse even Bob, and the effects of that shock still remained.
make void or empty of contents
From this reading They went on foot for two reasons: first, because it was impossible for the horses to pull them all when one of the wheels was gone, since it was as much as they could do to maintain a walking pace even with the empty carriage; and the other reason was, that by walking they would be better able to fight off the drowsiness which had menaced them.
endedadjectiveUS /ˈendəd/
having come or been brought to a conclusion
From this reading _The March ended.--A lonely Inn.--Evil Faces.--Beetling Brows.--Sinister Glances.--Suspicions of the Party.--They put their Head together.--Conferences of the Party.--A threatening Prospect.--Barricades.--In Time of Peace prepare for War.--The Garrison arm themselves._ After completing their arrangements they resumed their journey; but this time they all went on foot, with the exception of Uncle Moses.
divisible by two
From this reading They went on foot for two reasons: first, because it was impossible for the horses to pull them all when one of the wheels was gone, since it was as much as they could do to maintain a walking pace even with the empty carriage; and the other reason was, that by walking they would be better able to fight off the drowsiness which had menaced them.
morally objectionable behavior
From this reading _The March ended.--A lonely Inn.--Evil Faces.--Beetling Brows.--Sinister Glances.--Suspicions of the Party.--They put their Head together.--Conferences of the Party.--A threatening Prospect.--Barricades.--In Time of Peace prepare for War.--The Garrison arm themselves._ After completing their arrangements they resumed their journey; but this time they all went on foot, with the exception of Uncle Moses.
exceptionnounUS /ɪkˈsepʃən/
a deliberate act of omission
From this reading _The March ended.--A lonely Inn.--Evil Faces.--Beetling Brows.--Sinister Glances.--Suspicions of the Party.--They put their Head together.--Conferences of the Party.--A threatening Prospect.--Barricades.--In Time of Peace prepare for War.--The Garrison arm themselves._ After completing their arrangements they resumed their journey; but this time they all went on foot, with the exception of Uncle Moses.
exultedverbUS /ɪɡˈzʌltɪd/
past form of “exult” — feel extreme happiness or elation
From this reading Walking on thus, they did not regret, in the slightest degree, the hardships of their lot, but rather exulted in them, since they had been the means of rousing them out of their almost unconquerable tendency to sleep.
plural of “face” — the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear
From this reading _The March ended.--A lonely Inn.--Evil Faces.--Beetling Brows.--Sinister Glances.--Suspicions of the Party.--They put their Head together.--Conferences of the Party.--A threatening Prospect.--Barricades.--In Time of Peace prepare for War.--The Garrison arm themselves._ After completing their arrangements they resumed their journey; but this time they all went on foot, with the exception of Uncle Moses.
to a considerable degree; very much
From this reading In truth, as far as drowsiness is concerned, there did not now seem to be any particular danger; for the shock of the break-down had been sufficient to rouse even Bob, and the effects of that shock still remained.
be engaged in a fight; carry on a fight
From this reading They went on foot for two reasons: first, because it was impossible for the horses to pull them all when one of the wheels was gone, since it was as much as they could do to maintain a walking pace even with the empty carriage; and the other reason was, that by walking they would be better able to fight off the drowsiness which had menaced them.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading They went on foot for two reasons: first, because it was impossible for the horses to pull them all when one of the wheels was gone, since it was as much as they could do to maintain a walking pace even with the empty carriage; and the other reason was, that by walking they would be better able to fight off the drowsiness which had menaced them.
the part of the leg of a human being below the ankle joint
From this reading _The March ended.--A lonely Inn.--Evil Faces.--Beetling Brows.--Sinister Glances.--Suspicions of the Party.--They put their Head together.--Conferences of the Party.--A threatening Prospect.--Barricades.--In Time of Peace prepare for War.--The Garrison arm themselves._ After completing their arrangements they resumed their journey; but this time they all went on foot, with the exception of Uncle Moses.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading _The March ended.--A lonely Inn.--Evil Faces.--Beetling Brows.--Sinister Glances.--Suspicions of the Party.--They put their Head together.--Conferences of the Party.--A threatening Prospect.--Barricades.--In Time of Peace prepare for War.--The Garrison arm themselves._ After completing their arrangements they resumed their journey; but this time they all went on foot, with the exception of Uncle Moses.
the condition of being free; the power to act or speak or think without externally imposed restraints
From this reading Uncle Moses, however, on account of his years, his infirmities, and his tendency to "rheumatics," together with his freedom from drowsiness, was installed in the carriage, with all due honors, as its sole occupant.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading Uncle Moses, however, on account of his years, his infirmities, and his tendency to "rheumatics," together with his freedom from drowsiness, was installed in the carriage, with all due honors, as its sole occupant.
GarrisonnounUS /ˈɡærɪsən/
a fortified military post where troops are stationed
From this reading _The March ended.--A lonely Inn.--Evil Faces.--Beetling Brows.--Sinister Glances.--Suspicions of the Party.--They put their Head together.--Conferences of the Party.--A threatening Prospect.--Barricades.--In Time of Peace prepare for War.--The Garrison arm themselves._ After completing their arrangements they resumed their journey; but this time they all went on foot, with the exception of Uncle Moses.
GlancesnounUS /ˈɡlænsɪz/
plural of “glance” — a quick look
From this reading _The March ended.--A lonely Inn.--Evil Faces.--Beetling Brows.--Sinister Glances.--Suspicions of the Party.--They put their Head together.--Conferences of the Party.--A threatening Prospect.--Barricades.--In Time of Peace prepare for War.--The Garrison arm themselves._ After completing their arrangements they resumed their journey; but this time they all went on foot, with the exception of Uncle Moses.
destroyed or killed
From this reading They went on foot for two reasons: first, because it was impossible for the horses to pull them all when one of the wheels was gone, since it was as much as they could do to maintain a walking pace even with the empty carriage; and the other reason was, that by walking they would be better able to fight off the drowsiness which had menaced them.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading They went on foot for two reasons: first, because it was impossible for the horses to pull them all when one of the wheels was gone, since it was as much as they could do to maintain a walking pace even with the empty carriage; and the other reason was, that by walking they would be better able to fight off the drowsiness which had menaced them.
hardshipsnounUS /ˈhɑːrdʃɪps/
plural of “hardship” — a state of misfortune or affliction
From this reading Walking on thus, they did not regret, in the slightest degree, the hardships of their lot, but rather exulted in them, since they had been the means of rousing them out of their almost unconquerable tendency to sleep.
the upper part of the human body or the front part of the body in animals; contains the face and brains
From this reading _The March ended.--A lonely Inn.--Evil Faces.--Beetling Brows.--Sinister Glances.--Suspicions of the Party.--They put their Head together.--Conferences of the Party.--A threatening Prospect.--Barricades.--In Time of Peace prepare for War.--The Garrison arm themselves._ After completing their arrangements they resumed their journey; but this time they all went on foot, with the exception of Uncle Moses.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Uncle Moses, however, on account of his years, his infirmities, and his tendency to "rheumatics," together with his freedom from drowsiness, was installed in the carriage, with all due honors, as its sole occupant.
honorsnounUS /ˈɑːnərz/
plural of “honor” — a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction
From this reading Uncle Moses, however, on account of his years, his infirmities, and his tendency to "rheumatics," together with his freedom from drowsiness, was installed in the carriage, with all due honors, as its sole occupant.
plural of “horse” — solid-hoofed herbivorous quadruped domesticated since prehistoric times
From this reading They went on foot for two reasons: first, because it was impossible for the horses to pull them all when one of the wheels was gone, since it was as much as they could do to maintain a walking pace even with the empty carriage; and the other reason was, that by walking they would be better able to fight off the drowsiness which had menaced them.
used to add a contrasting statement
From this reading Uncle Moses, however, on account of his years, his infirmities, and his tendency to "rheumatics," together with his freedom from drowsiness, was installed in the carriage, with all due honors, as its sole occupant.
not capable of occurring or being accomplished or dealt with
From this reading They went on foot for two reasons: first, because it was impossible for the horses to pull them all when one of the wheels was gone, since it was as much as they could do to maintain a walking pace even with the empty carriage; and the other reason was, that by walking they would be better able to fight off the drowsiness which had menaced them.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading _The March ended.--A lonely Inn.--Evil Faces.--Beetling Brows.--Sinister Glances.--Suspicions of the Party.--They put their Head together.--Conferences of the Party.--A threatening Prospect.--Barricades.--In Time of Peace prepare for War.--The Garrison arm themselves._ After completing their arrangements they resumed their journey; but this time they all went on foot, with the exception of Uncle Moses.
infirmitiesnounUS /ɪnˈfɜːrmɪtiz/
plural of “infirmity” — the state of being weak in health or body (especially from old age)
From this reading Uncle Moses, however, on account of his years, his infirmities, and his tendency to "rheumatics," together with his freedom from drowsiness, was installed in the carriage, with all due honors, as its sole occupant.
a hotel providing overnight lodging for travelers
From this reading _The March ended.--A lonely Inn.--Evil Faces.--Beetling Brows.--Sinister Glances.--Suspicions of the Party.--They put their Head together.--Conferences of the Party.--A threatening Prospect.--Barricades.--In Time of Peace prepare for War.--The Garrison arm themselves._ After completing their arrangements they resumed their journey; but this time they all went on foot, with the exception of Uncle Moses.
installedverbUS /ˌɪnˈstɔːld/
inflected form of “instal” — set up for use
From this reading Uncle Moses, however, on account of his years, his infirmities, and his tendency to "rheumatics," together with his freedom from drowsiness, was installed in the carriage, with all due honors, as its sole occupant.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading In truth, as far as drowsiness is concerned, there did not now seem to be any particular danger; for the shock of the break-down had been sufficient to rouse even Bob, and the effects of that shock still remained.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading They went on foot for two reasons: first, because it was impossible for the horses to pull them all when one of the wheels was gone, since it was as much as they could do to maintain a walking pace even with the empty carriage; and the other reason was, that by walking they would be better able to fight off the drowsiness which had menaced them.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading Uncle Moses, however, on account of his years, his infirmities, and his tendency to "rheumatics," together with his freedom from drowsiness, was installed in the carriage, with all due honors, as its sole occupant.
undertake a journey or trip
From this reading _The March ended.--A lonely Inn.--Evil Faces.--Beetling Brows.--Sinister Glances.--Suspicions of the Party.--They put their Head together.--Conferences of the Party.--A threatening Prospect.--Barricades.--In Time of Peace prepare for War.--The Garrison arm themselves._ After completing their arrangements they resumed their journey; but this time they all went on foot, with the exception of Uncle Moses.
lacking companions or companionship
From this reading _The March ended.--A lonely Inn.--Evil Faces.--Beetling Brows.--Sinister Glances.--Suspicions of the Party.--They put their Head together.--Conferences of the Party.--A threatening Prospect.--Barricades.--In Time of Peace prepare for War.--The Garrison arm themselves._ After completing their arrangements they resumed their journey; but this time they all went on foot, with the exception of Uncle Moses.
(often followed by “of”) a large number or amount or extent
From this reading Walking on thus, they did not regret, in the slightest degree, the hardships of their lot, but rather exulted in them, since they had been the means of rousing them out of their almost unconquerable tendency to sleep.
maintainverbUS /meɪnˈteɪn/
cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”
From this reading They went on foot for two reasons: first, because it was impossible for the horses to pull them all when one of the wheels was gone, since it was as much as they could do to maintain a walking pace even with the empty carriage; and the other reason was, that by walking they would be better able to fight off the drowsiness which had menaced them.
march in a procession
From this reading _The March ended.--A lonely Inn.--Evil Faces.--Beetling Brows.--Sinister Glances.--Suspicions of the Party.--They put their Head together.--Conferences of the Party.--A threatening Prospect.--Barricades.--In Time of Peace prepare for War.--The Garrison arm themselves._ After completing their arrangements they resumed their journey; but this time they all went on foot, with the exception of Uncle Moses.
thing or person that acts to produce a particular effect or achieve an end
From this reading Walking on thus, they did not regret, in the slightest degree, the hardships of their lot, but rather exulted in them, since they had been the means of rousing them out of their almost unconquerable tendency to sleep.
menacedverbUS /ˈmenəst/
past form of “menace” — pose a threat to; present a danger to
From this reading They went on foot for two reasons: first, because it was impossible for the horses to pull them all when one of the wheels was gone, since it was as much as they could do to maintain a walking pace even with the empty carriage; and the other reason was, that by walking they would be better able to fight off the drowsiness which had menaced them.
MosesnounUS /ˈmoʊzəs/
(Old Testament) the Hebrew prophet who led the Israelites from Egypt across the Red sea on a journey known as the Exodus; Moses received the Ten Commandments from God on Mount Sinai
From this reading _The March ended.--A lonely Inn.--Evil Faces.--Beetling Brows.--Sinister Glances.--Suspicions of the Party.--They put their Head together.--Conferences of the Party.--A threatening Prospect.--Barricades.--In Time of Peace prepare for War.--The Garrison arm themselves._ After completing their arrangements they resumed their journey; but this time they all went on foot, with the exception of Uncle Moses.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading They went on foot for two reasons: first, because it was impossible for the horses to pull them all when one of the wheels was gone, since it was as much as they could do to maintain a walking pace even with the empty carriage; and the other reason was, that by walking they would be better able to fight off the drowsiness which had menaced them.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading In truth, as far as drowsiness is concerned, there did not now seem to be any particular danger; for the shock of the break-down had been sufficient to rouse even Bob, and the effects of that shock still remained.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading In truth, as far as drowsiness is concerned, there did not now seem to be any particular danger; for the shock of the break-down had been sufficient to rouse even Bob, and the effects of that shock still remained.
occupantnounUS /ˈɑːkjəpənt/
someone who lives at a particular place for a prolonged period or who was born there
From this reading Uncle Moses, however, on account of his years, his infirmities, and his tendency to "rheumatics," together with his freedom from drowsiness, was installed in the carriage, with all due honors, as its sole occupant.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading _The March ended.--A lonely Inn.--Evil Faces.--Beetling Brows.--Sinister Glances.--Suspicions of the Party.--They put their Head together.--Conferences of the Party.--A threatening Prospect.--Barricades.--In Time of Peace prepare for War.--The Garrison arm themselves._ After completing their arrangements they resumed their journey; but this time they all went on foot, with the exception of Uncle Moses.
from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)
From this reading They went on foot for two reasons: first, because it was impossible for the horses to pull them all when one of the wheels was gone, since it was as much as they could do to maintain a walking pace even with the empty carriage; and the other reason was, that by walking they would be better able to fight off the drowsiness which had menaced them.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading _The March ended.--A lonely Inn.--Evil Faces.--Beetling Brows.--Sinister Glances.--Suspicions of the Party.--They put their Head together.--Conferences of the Party.--A threatening Prospect.--Barricades.--In Time of Peace prepare for War.--The Garrison arm themselves._ After completing their arrangements they resumed their journey; but this time they all went on foot, with the exception of Uncle Moses.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading They went on foot for two reasons: first, because it was impossible for the horses to pull them all when one of the wheels was gone, since it was as much as they could do to maintain a walking pace even with the empty carriage; and the other reason was, that by walking they would be better able to fight off the drowsiness which had menaced them.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading They went on foot for two reasons: first, because it was impossible for the horses to pull them all when one of the wheels was gone, since it was as much as they could do to maintain a walking pace even with the empty carriage; and the other reason was, that by walking they would be better able to fight off the drowsiness which had menaced them.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading Walking on thus, they did not regret, in the slightest degree, the hardships of their lot, but rather exulted in them, since they had been the means of rousing them out of their almost unconquerable tendency to sleep.
the rate of moving (especially walking or running)
From this reading They went on foot for two reasons: first, because it was impossible for the horses to pull them all when one of the wheels was gone, since it was as much as they could do to maintain a walking pace even with the empty carriage; and the other reason was, that by walking they would be better able to fight off the drowsiness which had menaced them.
unique or specific to a person or thing or category
From this reading In truth, as far as drowsiness is concerned, there did not now seem to be any particular danger; for the shock of the break-down had been sufficient to rouse even Bob, and the effects of that shock still remained.
an organization to gain political power
From this reading _The March ended.--A lonely Inn.--Evil Faces.--Beetling Brows.--Sinister Glances.--Suspicions of the Party.--They put their Head together.--Conferences of the Party.--A threatening Prospect.--Barricades.--In Time of Peace prepare for War.--The Garrison arm themselves._ After completing their arrangements they resumed their journey; but this time they all went on foot, with the exception of Uncle Moses.
the state prevailing during the absence of war
From this reading _The March ended.--A lonely Inn.--Evil Faces.--Beetling Brows.--Sinister Glances.--Suspicions of the Party.--They put their Head together.--Conferences of the Party.--A threatening Prospect.--Barricades.--In Time of Peace prepare for War.--The Garrison arm themselves._ After completing their arrangements they resumed their journey; but this time they all went on foot, with the exception of Uncle Moses.
prepareverbUS /priˈper/
make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc
From this reading _The March ended.--A lonely Inn.--Evil Faces.--Beetling Brows.--Sinister Glances.--Suspicions of the Party.--They put their Head together.--Conferences of the Party.--A threatening Prospect.--Barricades.--In Time of Peace prepare for War.--The Garrison arm themselves._ After completing their arrangements they resumed their journey; but this time they all went on foot, with the exception of Uncle Moses.
the possibility of future success
From this reading _The March ended.--A lonely Inn.--Evil Faces.--Beetling Brows.--Sinister Glances.--Suspicions of the Party.--They put their Head together.--Conferences of the Party.--A threatening Prospect.--Barricades.--In Time of Peace prepare for War.--The Garrison arm themselves._ After completing their arrangements they resumed their journey; but this time they all went on foot, with the exception of Uncle Moses.
cause to move by pulling
From this reading They went on foot for two reasons: first, because it was impossible for the horses to pull them all when one of the wheels was gone, since it was as much as they could do to maintain a walking pace even with the empty carriage; and the other reason was, that by walking they would be better able to fight off the drowsiness which had menaced them.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading _The March ended.--A lonely Inn.--Evil Faces.--Beetling Brows.--Sinister Glances.--Suspicions of the Party.--They put their Head together.--Conferences of the Party.--A threatening Prospect.--Barricades.--In Time of Peace prepare for War.--The Garrison arm themselves._ After completing their arrangements they resumed their journey; but this time they all went on foot, with the exception of Uncle Moses.
on the contrary
From this reading Walking on thus, they did not regret, in the slightest degree, the hardships of their lot, but rather exulted in them, since they had been the means of rousing them out of their almost unconquerable tendency to sleep.
a rational motive for a belief or action
From this reading They went on foot for two reasons: first, because it was impossible for the horses to pull them all when one of the wheels was gone, since it was as much as they could do to maintain a walking pace even with the empty carriage; and the other reason was, that by walking they would be better able to fight off the drowsiness which had menaced them.
plural of “reason” — a rational motive for a belief or action
From this reading They went on foot for two reasons: first, because it was impossible for the horses to pull them all when one of the wheels was gone, since it was as much as they could do to maintain a walking pace even with the empty carriage; and the other reason was, that by walking they would be better able to fight off the drowsiness which had menaced them.
feel remorse for; feel sorry for; be contrite about
From this reading Walking on thus, they did not regret, in the slightest degree, the hardships of their lot, but rather exulted in them, since they had been the means of rousing them out of their almost unconquerable tendency to sleep.
past form of “remain” — stay the same; remain in a certain state
From this reading In truth, as far as drowsiness is concerned, there did not now seem to be any particular danger; for the shock of the break-down had been sufficient to rouse even Bob, and the effects of that shock still remained.
past form of “resume” — take up or begin anew
From this reading _The March ended.--A lonely Inn.--Evil Faces.--Beetling Brows.--Sinister Glances.--Suspicions of the Party.--They put their Head together.--Conferences of the Party.--A threatening Prospect.--Barricades.--In Time of Peace prepare for War.--The Garrison arm themselves._ After completing their arrangements they resumed their journey; but this time they all went on foot, with the exception of Uncle Moses.
rheumatics
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From this reading Uncle Moses, however, on account of his years, his infirmities, and his tendency to "rheumatics," together with his freedom from drowsiness, was installed in the carriage, with all due honors, as its sole occupant.
rouseverbUS /raʊs/
become active
From this reading In truth, as far as drowsiness is concerned, there did not now seem to be any particular danger; for the shock of the break-down had been sufficient to rouse even Bob, and the effects of that shock still remained.
rousingadjectiveUS /ˈraʊzɪŋ/
capable of arousing enthusiasm or excitement
From this reading Walking on thus, they did not regret, in the slightest degree, the hardships of their lot, but rather exulted in them, since they had been the means of rousing them out of their almost unconquerable tendency to sleep.
give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading In truth, as far as drowsiness is concerned, there did not now seem to be any particular danger; for the shock of the break-down had been sufficient to rouse even Bob, and the effects of that shock still remained.
the feeling of distress and disbelief that you have when something bad happens accidentally
From this reading In truth, as far as drowsiness is concerned, there did not now seem to be any particular danger; for the shock of the break-down had been sufficient to rouse even Bob, and the effects of that shock still remained.
sinceprepositionUS /sɪns/
from a time in the past until now
From this reading They went on foot for two reasons: first, because it was impossible for the horses to pull them all when one of the wheels was gone, since it was as much as they could do to maintain a walking pace even with the empty carriage; and the other reason was, that by walking they would be better able to fight off the drowsiness which had menaced them.
SinisteradjectiveUS /ˈsɪnɪstər/
threatening or foreshadowing evil or tragic developments
From this reading _The March ended.--A lonely Inn.--Evil Faces.--Beetling Brows.--Sinister Glances.--Suspicions of the Party.--They put their Head together.--Conferences of the Party.--A threatening Prospect.--Barricades.--In Time of Peace prepare for War.--The Garrison arm themselves._ After completing their arrangements they resumed their journey; but this time they all went on foot, with the exception of Uncle Moses.
a natural and periodic state of rest during which consciousness of the world is suspended
From this reading Walking on thus, they did not regret, in the slightest degree, the hardships of their lot, but rather exulted in them, since they had been the means of rousing them out of their almost unconquerable tendency to sleep.
superlative of “slight” — (quantifier used with mass nouns) small in quantity or degree; not much or almost none or (with “a”) at least some
From this reading Walking on thus, they did not regret, in the slightest degree, the hardships of their lot, but rather exulted in them, since they had been the means of rousing them out of their almost unconquerable tendency to sleep.
the underside of footwear or a golf club
From this reading Uncle Moses, however, on account of his years, his infirmities, and his tendency to "rheumatics," together with his freedom from drowsiness, was installed in the carriage, with all due honors, as its sole occupant.
not in physical motion
From this reading In truth, as far as drowsiness is concerned, there did not now seem to be any particular danger; for the shock of the break-down had been sufficient to rouse even Bob, and the effects of that shock still remained.
of a quantity that can fulfill a need or requirement but without being abundant
From this reading In truth, as far as drowsiness is concerned, there did not now seem to be any particular danger; for the shock of the break-down had been sufficient to rouse even Bob, and the effects of that shock still remained.
SuspicionsnounUS /səˈspɪʃənz/
plural of “suspicion” — an impression that something might be the case
From this reading _The March ended.--A lonely Inn.--Evil Faces.--Beetling Brows.--Sinister Glances.--Suspicions of the Party.--They put their Head together.--Conferences of the Party.--A threatening Prospect.--Barricades.--In Time of Peace prepare for War.--The Garrison arm themselves._ After completing their arrangements they resumed their journey; but this time they all went on foot, with the exception of Uncle Moses.
tendencynounUS /ˈtendənsi/
an attitude of mind especially one that favors one alternative over others
From this reading Uncle Moses, however, on account of his years, his infirmities, and his tendency to "rheumatics," together with his freedom from drowsiness, was installed in the carriage, with all due honors, as its sole occupant.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading They went on foot for two reasons: first, because it was impossible for the horses to pull them all when one of the wheels was gone, since it was as much as they could do to maintain a walking pace even with the empty carriage; and the other reason was, that by walking they would be better able to fight off the drowsiness which had menaced them.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading _The March ended.--A lonely Inn.--Evil Faces.--Beetling Brows.--Sinister Glances.--Suspicions of the Party.--They put their Head together.--Conferences of the Party.--A threatening Prospect.--Barricades.--In Time of Peace prepare for War.--The Garrison arm themselves._ After completing their arrangements they resumed their journey; but this time they all went on foot, with the exception of Uncle Moses.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading _The March ended.--A lonely Inn.--Evil Faces.--Beetling Brows.--Sinister Glances.--Suspicions of the Party.--They put their Head together.--Conferences of the Party.--A threatening Prospect.--Barricades.--In Time of Peace prepare for War.--The Garrison arm themselves._ After completing their arrangements they resumed their journey; but this time they all went on foot, with the exception of Uncle Moses.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading They went on foot for two reasons: first, because it was impossible for the horses to pull them all when one of the wheels was gone, since it was as much as they could do to maintain a walking pace even with the empty carriage; and the other reason was, that by walking they would be better able to fight off the drowsiness which had menaced them.
used when the people doing the action are also its object
From this reading _The March ended.--A lonely Inn.--Evil Faces.--Beetling Brows.--Sinister Glances.--Suspicions of the Party.--They put their Head together.--Conferences of the Party.--A threatening Prospect.--Barricades.--In Time of Peace prepare for War.--The Garrison arm themselves._ After completing their arrangements they resumed their journey; but this time they all went on foot, with the exception of Uncle Moses.
in or at that place or location
From this reading In truth, as far as drowsiness is concerned, there did not now seem to be any particular danger; for the shock of the break-down had been sufficient to rouse even Bob, and the effects of that shock still remained.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading _The March ended.--A lonely Inn.--Evil Faces.--Beetling Brows.--Sinister Glances.--Suspicions of the Party.--They put their Head together.--Conferences of the Party.--A threatening Prospect.--Barricades.--In Time of Peace prepare for War.--The Garrison arm themselves._ After completing their arrangements they resumed their journey; but this time they all went on foot, with the exception of Uncle Moses.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading _The March ended.--A lonely Inn.--Evil Faces.--Beetling Brows.--Sinister Glances.--Suspicions of the Party.--They put their Head together.--Conferences of the Party.--A threatening Prospect.--Barricades.--In Time of Peace prepare for War.--The Garrison arm themselves._ After completing their arrangements they resumed their journey; but this time they all went on foot, with the exception of Uncle Moses.
threateningadjectiveUS /ˈθretənɪŋ/
threatening or foreshadowing evil or tragic developments
From this reading _The March ended.--A lonely Inn.--Evil Faces.--Beetling Brows.--Sinister Glances.--Suspicions of the Party.--They put their Head together.--Conferences of the Party.--A threatening Prospect.--Barricades.--In Time of Peace prepare for War.--The Garrison arm themselves._ After completing their arrangements they resumed their journey; but this time they all went on foot, with the exception of Uncle Moses.
(used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result
From this reading Walking on thus, they did not regret, in the slightest degree, the hardships of their lot, but rather exulted in them, since they had been the means of rousing them out of their almost unconquerable tendency to sleep.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading _The March ended.--A lonely Inn.--Evil Faces.--Beetling Brows.--Sinister Glances.--Suspicions of the Party.--They put their Head together.--Conferences of the Party.--A threatening Prospect.--Barricades.--In Time of Peace prepare for War.--The Garrison arm themselves._ After completing their arrangements they resumed their journey; but this time they all went on foot, with the exception of Uncle Moses.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading They went on foot for two reasons: first, because it was impossible for the horses to pull them all when one of the wheels was gone, since it was as much as they could do to maintain a walking pace even with the empty carriage; and the other reason was, that by walking they would be better able to fight off the drowsiness which had menaced them.
in contact with each other or in proximity
From this reading _The March ended.--A lonely Inn.--Evil Faces.--Beetling Brows.--Sinister Glances.--Suspicions of the Party.--They put their Head together.--Conferences of the Party.--A threatening Prospect.--Barricades.--In Time of Peace prepare for War.--The Garrison arm themselves._ After completing their arrangements they resumed their journey; but this time they all went on foot, with the exception of Uncle Moses.
a fact that has been verified
From this reading In truth, as far as drowsiness is concerned, there did not now seem to be any particular danger; for the shock of the break-down had been sufficient to rouse even Bob, and the effects of that shock still remained.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading They went on foot for two reasons: first, because it was impossible for the horses to pull them all when one of the wheels was gone, since it was as much as they could do to maintain a walking pace even with the empty carriage; and the other reason was, that by walking they would be better able to fight off the drowsiness which had menaced them.
the brother of your father or mother; the husband of your aunt
From this reading _The March ended.--A lonely Inn.--Evil Faces.--Beetling Brows.--Sinister Glances.--Suspicions of the Party.--They put their Head together.--Conferences of the Party.--A threatening Prospect.--Barricades.--In Time of Peace prepare for War.--The Garrison arm themselves._ After completing their arrangements they resumed their journey; but this time they all went on foot, with the exception of Uncle Moses.
unconquerableadjective
not capable of being conquered or vanquished or overcome
From this reading Walking on thus, they did not regret, in the slightest degree, the hardships of their lot, but rather exulted in them, since they had been the means of rousing them out of their almost unconquerable tendency to sleep.
close enough to be walked to
From this reading They went on foot for two reasons: first, because it was impossible for the horses to pull them all when one of the wheels was gone, since it was as much as they could do to maintain a walking pace even with the empty carriage; and the other reason was, that by walking they would be better able to fight off the drowsiness which had menaced them.
the waging of armed conflict against an enemy
From this reading _The March ended.--A lonely Inn.--Evil Faces.--Beetling Brows.--Sinister Glances.--Suspicions of the Party.--They put their Head together.--Conferences of the Party.--A threatening Prospect.--Barricades.--In Time of Peace prepare for War.--The Garrison arm themselves._ After completing their arrangements they resumed their journey; but this time they all went on foot, with the exception of Uncle Moses.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading They went on foot for two reasons: first, because it was impossible for the horses to pull them all when one of the wheels was gone, since it was as much as they could do to maintain a walking pace even with the empty carriage; and the other reason was, that by walking they would be better able to fight off the drowsiness which had menaced them.
inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading _The March ended.--A lonely Inn.--Evil Faces.--Beetling Brows.--Sinister Glances.--Suspicions of the Party.--They put their Head together.--Conferences of the Party.--A threatening Prospect.--Barricades.--In Time of Peace prepare for War.--The Garrison arm themselves._ After completing their arrangements they resumed their journey; but this time they all went on foot, with the exception of Uncle Moses.
wheelsnounUS /wiːlz/
plural of “wheel” — a simple machine consisting of a circular frame with spokes (or a solid disc) that can rotate on a shaft or axle (as in vehicles or other machines)
From this reading They went on foot for two reasons: first, because it was impossible for the horses to pull them all when one of the wheels was gone, since it was as much as they could do to maintain a walking pace even with the empty carriage; and the other reason was, that by walking they would be better able to fight off the drowsiness which had menaced them.
at the time that
From this reading They went on foot for two reasons: first, because it was impossible for the horses to pull them all when one of the wheels was gone, since it was as much as they could do to maintain a walking pace even with the empty carriage; and the other reason was, that by walking they would be better able to fight off the drowsiness which had menaced them.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading They went on foot for two reasons: first, because it was impossible for the horses to pull them all when one of the wheels was gone, since it was as much as they could do to maintain a walking pace even with the empty carriage; and the other reason was, that by walking they would be better able to fight off the drowsiness which had menaced them.
in the company of; together with
From this reading _The March ended.--A lonely Inn.--Evil Faces.--Beetling Brows.--Sinister Glances.--Suspicions of the Party.--They put their Head together.--Conferences of the Party.--A threatening Prospect.--Barricades.--In Time of Peace prepare for War.--The Garrison arm themselves._ After completing their arrangements they resumed their journey; but this time they all went on foot, with the exception of Uncle Moses.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading They went on foot for two reasons: first, because it was impossible for the horses to pull them all when one of the wheels was gone, since it was as much as they could do to maintain a walking pace even with the empty carriage; and the other reason was, that by walking they would be better able to fight off the drowsiness which had menaced them.
a late time of life
From this reading Uncle Moses, however, on account of his years, his infirmities, and his tendency to "rheumatics," together with his freedom from drowsiness, was installed in the carriage, with all due honors, as its sole occupant.
