used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading A SURPRISE FOR LARRY As the days passed, the watch upon Port Arthur from the sea became closer and closer.
AdmiralnounUS /ˈædmərəl/
the supreme commander of a fleet; ranks above a vice admiral and below a fleet admiral
From this reading Admiral Togo gave strict orders that no ships should be allowed to enter or come from the harbor under any circumstances, and each commander of a warship was on his mettle, knowing full well that if he was derelict in his duty he would speedily hear from his superior in a manner far from pleasant.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading Blockading became something of a monotony to Larry and Luke, and after several weeks had passed both wished something would happen.
past form of “allow” — make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen
From this reading Admiral Togo gave strict orders that no ships should be allowed to enter or come from the harbor under any circumstances, and each commander of a warship was on his mettle, knowing full well that if he was derelict in his duty he would speedily hear from his superior in a manner far from pleasant.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading A SURPRISE FOR LARRY As the days passed, the watch upon Port Arthur from the sea became closer and closer.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading Admiral Togo gave strict orders that no ships should be allowed to enter or come from the harbor under any circumstances, and each commander of a warship was on his mettle, knowing full well that if he was derelict in his duty he would speedily hear from his superior in a manner far from pleasant.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading "Right ye are, lad," replied the old Yankee tar.
elected vice president and became 21st President of the United States when Garfield was assassinated (1830-1886)
From this reading A SURPRISE FOR LARRY As the days passed, the watch upon Port Arthur from the sea became closer and closer.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading A SURPRISE FOR LARRY As the days passed, the watch upon Port Arthur from the sea became closer and closer.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Admiral Togo gave strict orders that no ships should be allowed to enter or come from the harbor under any circumstances, and each commander of a warship was on his mettle, knowing full well that if he was derelict in his duty he would speedily hear from his superior in a manner far from pleasant.
inflected form of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition
From this reading A SURPRISE FOR LARRY As the days passed, the watch upon Port Arthur from the sea became closer and closer.
BlockadingadjectiveUS /ˌblɑːˈkeɪdɪŋ/
blocking entrance to and exit from seaports and harbors
From this reading Blockading became something of a monotony to Larry and Luke, and after several weeks had passed both wished something would happen.
the two together, not just one
From this reading Blockading became something of a monotony to Larry and Luke, and after several weeks had passed both wished something would happen.
your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you)
From this reading Admiral Togo gave strict orders that no ships should be allowed to enter or come from the harbor under any circumstances, and each commander of a warship was on his mettle, knowing full well that if he was derelict in his duty he would speedily hear from his superior in a manner far from pleasant.
(comparative of “near” or “close”) within a shorter distance
From this reading A SURPRISE FOR LARRY As the days passed, the watch upon Port Arthur from the sea became closer and closer.
move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading Admiral Togo gave strict orders that no ships should be allowed to enter or come from the harbor under any circumstances, and each commander of a warship was on his mettle, knowing full well that if he was derelict in his duty he would speedily hear from his superior in a manner far from pleasant.
an officer in command of a military unit
From this reading Admiral Togo gave strict orders that no ships should be allowed to enter or come from the harbor under any circumstances, and each commander of a warship was on his mettle, knowing full well that if he was derelict in his duty he would speedily hear from his superior in a manner far from pleasant.
the time during which someone's life continues
From this reading A SURPRISE FOR LARRY As the days passed, the watch upon Port Arthur from the sea became closer and closer.
made known or openly avowed
From this reading "I'd rather put up with a stiff sea fight than this," declared the young gunner's mate.
derelictadjectiveUS /ˈderəlɪkt/
worn and broken down by hard use
From this reading Admiral Togo gave strict orders that no ships should be allowed to enter or come from the harbor under any circumstances, and each commander of a warship was on his mettle, knowing full well that if he was derelict in his duty he would speedily hear from his superior in a manner far from pleasant.
the social force that binds you to the courses of action demanded by that force
From this reading Admiral Togo gave strict orders that no ships should be allowed to enter or come from the harbor under any circumstances, and each commander of a warship was on his mettle, knowing full well that if he was derelict in his duty he would speedily hear from his superior in a manner far from pleasant.
every one of two or more people or things, taken separately
From this reading Admiral Togo gave strict orders that no ships should be allowed to enter or come from the harbor under any circumstances, and each commander of a warship was on his mettle, knowing full well that if he was derelict in his duty he would speedily hear from his superior in a manner far from pleasant.
to come or go into
From this reading Admiral Togo gave strict orders that no ships should be allowed to enter or come from the harbor under any circumstances, and each commander of a warship was on his mettle, knowing full well that if he was derelict in his duty he would speedily hear from his superior in a manner far from pleasant.
to a considerable degree; very much
From this reading Admiral Togo gave strict orders that no ships should be allowed to enter or come from the harbor under any circumstances, and each commander of a warship was on his mettle, knowing full well that if he was derelict in his duty he would speedily hear from his superior in a manner far from pleasant.
be engaged in a fight; carry on a fight
From this reading "I'd rather put up with a stiff sea fight than this," declared the young gunner's mate.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading A SURPRISE FOR LARRY As the days passed, the watch upon Port Arthur from the sea became closer and closer.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading A SURPRISE FOR LARRY As the days passed, the watch upon Port Arthur from the sea became closer and closer.
containing as much or as many as is possible or normal
From this reading Admiral Togo gave strict orders that no ships should be allowed to enter or come from the harbor under any circumstances, and each commander of a warship was on his mettle, knowing full well that if he was derelict in his duty he would speedily hear from his superior in a manner far from pleasant.
inflected form of “give” — cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense
From this reading Admiral Togo gave strict orders that no ships should be allowed to enter or come from the harbor under any circumstances, and each commander of a warship was on his mettle, knowing full well that if he was derelict in his duty he would speedily hear from his superior in a manner far from pleasant.
gunner's
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From this reading "I'd rather put up with a stiff sea fight than this," declared the young gunner's mate.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Blockading became something of a monotony to Larry and Luke, and after several weeks had passed both wished something would happen.
come to pass
From this reading Blockading became something of a monotony to Larry and Luke, and after several weeks had passed both wished something would happen.
harborverbUS /ˈhɑːrbər/
maintain (a theory, thoughts, or feelings)
From this reading Admiral Togo gave strict orders that no ships should be allowed to enter or come from the harbor under any circumstances, and each commander of a warship was on his mettle, knowing full well that if he was derelict in his duty he would speedily hear from his superior in a manner far from pleasant.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Admiral Togo gave strict orders that no ships should be allowed to enter or come from the harbor under any circumstances, and each commander of a warship was on his mettle, knowing full well that if he was derelict in his duty he would speedily hear from his superior in a manner far from pleasant.
perceive (sound) via the auditory sense
From this reading Admiral Togo gave strict orders that no ships should be allowed to enter or come from the harbor under any circumstances, and each commander of a warship was on his mettle, knowing full well that if he was derelict in his duty he would speedily hear from his superior in a manner far from pleasant.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Admiral Togo gave strict orders that no ships should be allowed to enter or come from the harbor under any circumstances, and each commander of a warship was on his mettle, knowing full well that if he was derelict in his duty he would speedily hear from his superior in a manner far from pleasant.
I'd
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From this reading "I'd rather put up with a stiff sea fight than this," declared the young gunner's mate.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading Admiral Togo gave strict orders that no ships should be allowed to enter or come from the harbor under any circumstances, and each commander of a warship was on his mettle, knowing full well that if he was derelict in his duty he would speedily hear from his superior in a manner far from pleasant.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Admiral Togo gave strict orders that no ships should be allowed to enter or come from the harbor under any circumstances, and each commander of a warship was on his mettle, knowing full well that if he was derelict in his duty he would speedily hear from his superior in a manner far from pleasant.
evidencing the possession of inside information
From this reading Admiral Togo gave strict orders that no ships should be allowed to enter or come from the harbor under any circumstances, and each commander of a warship was on his mettle, knowing full well that if he was derelict in his duty he would speedily hear from his superior in a manner far from pleasant.
a boy or man
From this reading "Right ye are, lad," replied the old Yankee tar.
LARRY
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From this reading A SURPRISE FOR LARRY As the days passed, the watch upon Port Arthur from the sea became closer and closer.
LukenounUS /luːk/
(New Testament) the Apostle closely associated with St. Paul and traditionally assumed to be the author of the third Gospel
From this reading Blockading became something of a monotony to Larry and Luke, and after several weeks had passed both wished something would happen.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading Admiral Togo gave strict orders that no ships should be allowed to enter or come from the harbor under any circumstances, and each commander of a warship was on his mettle, knowing full well that if he was derelict in his duty he would speedily hear from his superior in a manner far from pleasant.
the officer below the master on a commercial ship
From this reading "I'd rather put up with a stiff sea fight than this," declared the young gunner's mate.
mettlenounUS /ˈmetəl/
the courage to carry on
From this reading Admiral Togo gave strict orders that no ships should be allowed to enter or come from the harbor under any circumstances, and each commander of a warship was on his mettle, knowing full well that if he was derelict in his duty he would speedily hear from his superior in a manner far from pleasant.
monotonynounUS /məˈnɑːtəni/
the quality of wearisome constancy, routine, and lack of variety
From this reading Blockading became something of a monotony to Larry and Luke, and after several weeks had passed both wished something would happen.
not any; not one
From this reading Admiral Togo gave strict orders that no ships should be allowed to enter or come from the harbor under any circumstances, and each commander of a warship was on his mettle, knowing full well that if he was derelict in his duty he would speedily hear from his superior in a manner far from pleasant.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Admiral Togo gave strict orders that no ships should be allowed to enter or come from the harbor under any circumstances, and each commander of a warship was on his mettle, knowing full well that if he was derelict in his duty he would speedily hear from his superior in a manner far from pleasant.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading "Right ye are, lad," replied the old Yankee tar.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Admiral Togo gave strict orders that no ships should be allowed to enter or come from the harbor under any circumstances, and each commander of a warship was on his mettle, knowing full well that if he was derelict in his duty he would speedily hear from his superior in a manner far from pleasant.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading Admiral Togo gave strict orders that no ships should be allowed to enter or come from the harbor under any circumstances, and each commander of a warship was on his mettle, knowing full well that if he was derelict in his duty he would speedily hear from his superior in a manner far from pleasant.
plural of “order” — (often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed
From this reading Admiral Togo gave strict orders that no ships should be allowed to enter or come from the harbor under any circumstances, and each commander of a warship was on his mettle, knowing full well that if he was derelict in his duty he would speedily hear from his superior in a manner far from pleasant.
past form of “pass” — go across or through
From this reading A SURPRISE FOR LARRY As the days passed, the watch upon Port Arthur from the sea became closer and closer.
affording pleasure; being in harmony with your taste or likings
From this reading Admiral Togo gave strict orders that no ships should be allowed to enter or come from the harbor under any circumstances, and each commander of a warship was on his mettle, knowing full well that if he was derelict in his duty he would speedily hear from his superior in a manner far from pleasant.
a place (seaport or airport) where people and merchandise can enter or leave a country
From this reading A SURPRISE FOR LARRY As the days passed, the watch upon Port Arthur from the sea became closer and closer.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading "I'd rather put up with a stiff sea fight than this," declared the young gunner's mate.
on the contrary
From this reading "I'd rather put up with a stiff sea fight than this," declared the young gunner's mate.
inflected form of “reply” — react verbally
From this reading "Right ye are, lad," replied the old Yankee tar.
precisely, exactly
From this reading "Right ye are, lad," replied the old Yankee tar.
a division of an ocean or a large body of salt water partially enclosed by land
From this reading A SURPRISE FOR LARRY As the days passed, the watch upon Port Arthur from the sea became closer and closer.
(used with count nouns) of an indefinite number more than 2 or 3 but not many
From this reading Blockading became something of a monotony to Larry and Luke, and after several weeks had passed both wished something would happen.
plural of “ship” — a vessel that carries passengers or freight
From this reading Admiral Togo gave strict orders that no ships should be allowed to enter or come from the harbor under any circumstances, and each commander of a warship was on his mettle, knowing full well that if he was derelict in his duty he would speedily hear from his superior in a manner far from pleasant.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading Admiral Togo gave strict orders that no ships should be allowed to enter or come from the harbor under any circumstances, and each commander of a warship was on his mettle, knowing full well that if he was derelict in his duty he would speedily hear from his superior in a manner far from pleasant.
a thing, without saying which
From this reading Blockading became something of a monotony to Larry and Luke, and after several weeks had passed both wished something would happen.
speedilyadverbUS /ˈspiːdəli/
with speed
From this reading Admiral Togo gave strict orders that no ships should be allowed to enter or come from the harbor under any circumstances, and each commander of a warship was on his mettle, knowing full well that if he was derelict in his duty he would speedily hear from his superior in a manner far from pleasant.
not moving or operating freely
From this reading "I'd rather put up with a stiff sea fight than this," declared the young gunner's mate.
strictadjectiveUS /strɪkt/
rigidly accurate; allowing no deviation from a standard
From this reading Admiral Togo gave strict orders that no ships should be allowed to enter or come from the harbor under any circumstances, and each commander of a warship was on his mettle, knowing full well that if he was derelict in his duty he would speedily hear from his superior in a manner far from pleasant.
of high or superior quality or performance
From this reading Admiral Togo gave strict orders that no ships should be allowed to enter or come from the harbor under any circumstances, and each commander of a warship was on his mettle, knowing full well that if he was derelict in his duty he would speedily hear from his superior in a manner far from pleasant.
the astonishment you feel when something totally unexpected happens to you
From this reading A SURPRISE FOR LARRY As the days passed, the watch upon Port Arthur from the sea became closer and closer.
tarnounUS /tɑːr/
any of various dark heavy viscid substances obtained as a residue
From this reading "Right ye are, lad," replied the old Yankee tar.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading "I'd rather put up with a stiff sea fight than this," declared the young gunner's mate.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Admiral Togo gave strict orders that no ships should be allowed to enter or come from the harbor under any circumstances, and each commander of a warship was on his mettle, knowing full well that if he was derelict in his duty he would speedily hear from his superior in a manner far from pleasant.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading A SURPRISE FOR LARRY As the days passed, the watch upon Port Arthur from the sea became closer and closer.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading "I'd rather put up with a stiff sea fight than this," declared the young gunner's mate.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Admiral Togo gave strict orders that no ships should be allowed to enter or come from the harbor under any circumstances, and each commander of a warship was on his mettle, knowing full well that if he was derelict in his duty he would speedily hear from his superior in a manner far from pleasant.
TogonounUS /ˈtoʊɡoʊ/
a republic on the western coast of Africa on the Gulf of Guinea; formerly under French control
From this reading Admiral Togo gave strict orders that no ships should be allowed to enter or come from the harbor under any circumstances, and each commander of a warship was on his mettle, knowing full well that if he was derelict in his duty he would speedily hear from his superior in a manner far from pleasant.
underprepositionUS /ˈʌndər/
below or beneath something; less than
From this reading Admiral Togo gave strict orders that no ships should be allowed to enter or come from the harbor under any circumstances, and each commander of a warship was on his mettle, knowing full well that if he was derelict in his duty he would speedily hear from his superior in a manner far from pleasant.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading "I'd rather put up with a stiff sea fight than this," declared the young gunner's mate.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading A SURPRISE FOR LARRY As the days passed, the watch upon Port Arthur from the sea became closer and closer.
warshipnounUS /ˈwɔːrʃɪp/
a government ship that is available for waging war
From this reading Admiral Togo gave strict orders that no ships should be allowed to enter or come from the harbor under any circumstances, and each commander of a warship was on his mettle, knowing full well that if he was derelict in his duty he would speedily hear from his superior in a manner far from pleasant.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Admiral Togo gave strict orders that no ships should be allowed to enter or come from the harbor under any circumstances, and each commander of a warship was on his mettle, knowing full well that if he was derelict in his duty he would speedily hear from his superior in a manner far from pleasant.
look attentively
From this reading A SURPRISE FOR LARRY As the days passed, the watch upon Port Arthur from the sea became closer and closer.
plural of “week” — any period of seven consecutive days
From this reading Blockading became something of a monotony to Larry and Luke, and after several weeks had passed both wished something would happen.
(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)
From this reading Admiral Togo gave strict orders that no ships should be allowed to enter or come from the harbor under any circumstances, and each commander of a warship was on his mettle, knowing full well that if he was derelict in his duty he would speedily hear from his superior in a manner far from pleasant.
past form of “wish” — hope for; have a wish
From this reading Blockading became something of a monotony to Larry and Luke, and after several weeks had passed both wished something would happen.
in the company of; together with
From this reading "I'd rather put up with a stiff sea fight than this," declared the young gunner's mate.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading Admiral Togo gave strict orders that no ships should be allowed to enter or come from the harbor under any circumstances, and each commander of a warship was on his mettle, knowing full well that if he was derelict in his duty he would speedily hear from his superior in a manner far from pleasant.
YankeenounUS /ˈjæŋki/
an American who lives in the North (especially during the American Civil War)
From this reading "Right ye are, lad," replied the old Yankee tar.
an old word for “you”, speaking to more than one person
From this reading "Right ye are, lad," replied the old Yankee tar.
(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth
From this reading "I'd rather put up with a stiff sea fight than this," declared the young gunner's mate.
