used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading A FRIGHTFUL APPARITION Startled, confused, bewildered beyond measure, Don and Teddy were whirled down the steep incline at a dizzy speed, until at last they were thrown out on the stone floor at its foot in a medley of tossing arms and legs.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading A FRIGHTFUL APPARITION Startled, confused, bewildered beyond measure, Don and Teddy were whirled down the steep incline at a dizzy speed, until at last they were thrown out on the stone floor at its foot in a medley of tossing arms and legs.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading But the one predominant feeling in their minds as they scrambled to their feet and looked at each other, in a consternation that would have been ludicrous under any other circumstances, was that now they could really see each other!
APPARITIONnounUS /ˌæpərˈɪʃən/
a ghostly appearing figure
From this reading A FRIGHTFUL APPARITION Startled, confused, bewildered beyond measure, Don and Teddy were whirled down the steep incline at a dizzy speed, until at last they were thrown out on the stone floor at its foot in a medley of tossing arms and legs.
weapons considered collectively
From this reading A FRIGHTFUL APPARITION Startled, confused, bewildered beyond measure, Don and Teddy were whirled down the steep incline at a dizzy speed, until at last they were thrown out on the stone floor at its foot in a medley of tossing arms and legs.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading But the one predominant feeling in their minds as they scrambled to their feet and looked at each other, in a consternation that would have been ludicrous under any other circumstances, was that now they could really see each other!
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading A FRIGHTFUL APPARITION Startled, confused, bewildered beyond measure, Don and Teddy were whirled down the steep incline at a dizzy speed, until at last they were thrown out on the stone floor at its foot in a medley of tossing arms and legs.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading There was no visible source to which it could be traced, but it was light, and as they looked into each other’s eyes half the horror of their situation seemed to have vanished.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading But the one predominant feeling in their minds as they scrambled to their feet and looked at each other, in a consternation that would have been ludicrous under any other circumstances, was that now they could really see each other!
bewilderedadjectiveUS /bɪˈwɪldərd/
perplexed by many conflicting situations or statements; filled with bewilderment
From this reading A FRIGHTFUL APPARITION Startled, confused, bewildered beyond measure, Don and Teddy were whirled down the steep incline at a dizzy speed, until at last they were thrown out on the stone floor at its foot in a medley of tossing arms and legs.
on the far side of; further than
From this reading A FRIGHTFUL APPARITION Startled, confused, bewildered beyond measure, Don and Teddy were whirled down the steep incline at a dizzy speed, until at last they were thrown out on the stone floor at its foot in a medley of tossing arms and legs.
highly favored or fortunate (as e.g. by divine grace)
From this reading They were in the light, the blessed light; not brilliant, but mellowed and full of shadows.
of surpassing excellence
From this reading They were in the light, the blessed light; not brilliant, but mellowed and full of shadows.
inflected form of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere
From this reading It brought to each a reinforcement of hope and courage.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading But the one predominant feeling in their minds as they scrambled to their feet and looked at each other, in a consternation that would have been ludicrous under any other circumstances, was that now they could really see each other!
your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you)
From this reading But the one predominant feeling in their minds as they scrambled to their feet and looked at each other, in a consternation that would have been ludicrous under any other circumstances, was that now they could really see each other!
perplexed by many conflicting situations or statements; filled with bewilderment
From this reading A FRIGHTFUL APPARITION Startled, confused, bewildered beyond measure, Don and Teddy were whirled down the steep incline at a dizzy speed, until at last they were thrown out on the stone floor at its foot in a medley of tossing arms and legs.
consternationnounUS /ˌkɑːnstərˈneɪʃən/
fear resulting from the awareness of danger
From this reading But the one predominant feeling in their minds as they scrambled to their feet and looked at each other, in a consternation that would have been ludicrous under any other circumstances, was that now they could really see each other!
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading But the one predominant feeling in their minds as they scrambled to their feet and looked at each other, in a consternation that would have been ludicrous under any other circumstances, was that now they could really see each other!
a quality of spirit that enables you to face danger or pain without showing fear
From this reading It brought to each a reinforcement of hope and courage.
dizzyadjectiveUS /ˈdɪzi/
having or causing a whirling sensation; liable to falling
From this reading A FRIGHTFUL APPARITION Startled, confused, bewildered beyond measure, Don and Teddy were whirled down the steep incline at a dizzy speed, until at last they were thrown out on the stone floor at its foot in a medley of tossing arms and legs.
a Spanish gentleman or nobleman
From this reading A FRIGHTFUL APPARITION Startled, confused, bewildered beyond measure, Don and Teddy were whirled down the steep incline at a dizzy speed, until at last they were thrown out on the stone floor at its foot in a medley of tossing arms and legs.
being or moving lower in position or less in some value
From this reading A FRIGHTFUL APPARITION Startled, confused, bewildered beyond measure, Don and Teddy were whirled down the steep incline at a dizzy speed, until at last they were thrown out on the stone floor at its foot in a medley of tossing arms and legs.
every one of two or more people or things, taken separately
From this reading But the one predominant feeling in their minds as they scrambled to their feet and looked at each other, in a consternation that would have been ludicrous under any other circumstances, was that now they could really see each other!
opinion or judgment
From this reading There was no visible source to which it could be traced, but it was light, and as they looked into each other’s eyes half the horror of their situation seemed to have vanished.
the experiencing of affective and emotional states
From this reading But the one predominant feeling in their minds as they scrambled to their feet and looked at each other, in a consternation that would have been ludicrous under any other circumstances, was that now they could really see each other!
plural of “foot” — the part of the leg of a human being below the ankle joint
From this reading But the one predominant feeling in their minds as they scrambled to their feet and looked at each other, in a consternation that would have been ludicrous under any other circumstances, was that now they could really see each other!
the inside lower horizontal surface (as of a room, hallway, tent, or other structure)
From this reading A FRIGHTFUL APPARITION Startled, confused, bewildered beyond measure, Don and Teddy were whirled down the steep incline at a dizzy speed, until at last they were thrown out on the stone floor at its foot in a medley of tossing arms and legs.
the part of the leg of a human being below the ankle joint
From this reading A FRIGHTFUL APPARITION Startled, confused, bewildered beyond measure, Don and Teddy were whirled down the steep incline at a dizzy speed, until at last they were thrown out on the stone floor at its foot in a medley of tossing arms and legs.
FRIGHTFULadjectiveUS /ˈfraɪtfəl/
provoking horror
From this reading A FRIGHTFUL APPARITION Startled, confused, bewildered beyond measure, Don and Teddy were whirled down the steep incline at a dizzy speed, until at last they were thrown out on the stone floor at its foot in a medley of tossing arms and legs.
containing as much or as many as is possible or normal
From this reading They were in the light, the blessed light; not brilliant, but mellowed and full of shadows.
consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity
From this reading There was no visible source to which it could be traced, but it was light, and as they looked into each other’s eyes half the horror of their situation seemed to have vanished.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading But the one predominant feeling in their minds as they scrambled to their feet and looked at each other, in a consternation that would have been ludicrous under any other circumstances, was that now they could really see each other!
a specific instance of feeling hopeful
From this reading It brought to each a reinforcement of hope and courage.
intense and profound fear
From this reading There was no visible source to which it could be traced, but it was light, and as they looked into each other’s eyes half the horror of their situation seemed to have vanished.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading A FRIGHTFUL APPARITION Startled, confused, bewildered beyond measure, Don and Teddy were whirled down the steep incline at a dizzy speed, until at last they were thrown out on the stone floor at its foot in a medley of tossing arms and legs.
inclinenounUS /ˌɪnˈklaɪn/
an elevated geological formation
From this reading A FRIGHTFUL APPARITION Startled, confused, bewildered beyond measure, Don and Teddy were whirled down the steep incline at a dizzy speed, until at last they were thrown out on the stone floor at its foot in a medley of tossing arms and legs.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading There was no visible source to which it could be traced, but it was light, and as they looked into each other’s eyes half the horror of their situation seemed to have vanished.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading There was no visible source to which it could be traced, but it was light, and as they looked into each other’s eyes half the horror of their situation seemed to have vanished.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading A FRIGHTFUL APPARITION Startled, confused, bewildered beyond measure, Don and Teddy were whirled down the steep incline at a dizzy speed, until at last they were thrown out on the stone floor at its foot in a medley of tossing arms and legs.
immediately past
From this reading A FRIGHTFUL APPARITION Startled, confused, bewildered beyond measure, Don and Teddy were whirled down the steep incline at a dizzy speed, until at last they were thrown out on the stone floor at its foot in a medley of tossing arms and legs.
staying power
From this reading A FRIGHTFUL APPARITION Startled, confused, bewildered beyond measure, Don and Teddy were whirled down the steep incline at a dizzy speed, until at last they were thrown out on the stone floor at its foot in a medley of tossing arms and legs.
of comparatively little physical weight or density
From this reading They were in the light, the blessed light; not brilliant, but mellowed and full of shadows.
past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading But the one predominant feeling in their minds as they scrambled to their feet and looked at each other, in a consternation that would have been ludicrous under any other circumstances, was that now they could really see each other!
ludicrousadjectiveUS /ˈluːdəkrəs/
broadly or extravagantly humorous; resembling farce
From this reading But the one predominant feeling in their minds as they scrambled to their feet and looked at each other, in a consternation that would have been ludicrous under any other circumstances, was that now they could really see each other!
any maneuver made as part of progress toward a goal
From this reading A FRIGHTFUL APPARITION Startled, confused, bewildered beyond measure, Don and Teddy were whirled down the steep incline at a dizzy speed, until at last they were thrown out on the stone floor at its foot in a medley of tossing arms and legs.
medleynounUS /ˈmedli/
a musical composition consisting of a series of songs or other musical pieces from various sources
From this reading A FRIGHTFUL APPARITION Startled, confused, bewildered beyond measure, Don and Teddy were whirled down the steep incline at a dizzy speed, until at last they were thrown out on the stone floor at its foot in a medley of tossing arms and legs.
mellowedadjectiveUS /ˈmeloʊd/
having a full and pleasing flavor through proper aging
From this reading They were in the light, the blessed light; not brilliant, but mellowed and full of shadows.
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 But the one predominant feeling in their minds as they scrambled to their feet and looked at each other, in a consternation that would have been ludicrous under any other circumstances, was that now they could really see each other!
not any; not one
From this reading There was no visible source to which it could be traced, but it was light, and as they looked into each other’s eyes half the horror of their situation seemed to have vanished.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading They were in the light, the blessed light; not brilliant, but mellowed and full of shadows.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading But the one predominant feeling in their minds as they scrambled to their feet and looked at each other, in a consternation that would have been ludicrous under any other circumstances, was that now they could really see each other!
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading A FRIGHTFUL APPARITION Startled, confused, bewildered beyond measure, Don and Teddy were whirled down the steep incline at a dizzy speed, until at last they were thrown out on the stone floor at its foot in a medley of tossing arms and legs.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading A FRIGHTFUL APPARITION Startled, confused, bewildered beyond measure, Don and Teddy were whirled down the steep incline at a dizzy speed, until at last they were thrown out on the stone floor at its foot in a medley of tossing arms and legs.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading But the one predominant feeling in their minds as they scrambled to their feet and looked at each other, in a consternation that would have been ludicrous under any other circumstances, was that now they could really see each other!
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading But the one predominant feeling in their minds as they scrambled to their feet and looked at each other, in a consternation that would have been ludicrous under any other circumstances, was that now they could really see each other!
other's
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From this reading There was no visible source to which it could be traced, but it was light, and as they looked into each other’s eyes half the horror of their situation seemed to have vanished.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading A FRIGHTFUL APPARITION Startled, confused, bewildered beyond measure, Don and Teddy were whirled down the steep incline at a dizzy speed, until at last they were thrown out on the stone floor at its foot in a medley of tossing arms and legs.
predominantadjectiveUS /prɪˈdɑːmənənt/
most frequent or common
From this reading But the one predominant feeling in their minds as they scrambled to their feet and looked at each other, in a consternation that would have been ludicrous under any other circumstances, was that now they could really see each other!
in accordance with truth or fact or reality
From this reading But the one predominant feeling in their minds as they scrambled to their feet and looked at each other, in a consternation that would have been ludicrous under any other circumstances, was that now they could really see each other!
reinforcementnounUS /ˌriːɪnˈfɔːrsmənt/
a military operation (often involving new supplies of men and materiel) to strengthen a military force or aid in the performance of its mission
From this reading It brought to each a reinforcement of hope and courage.
scrambledadjectiveUS /ˈskræmbəld/
thrown together in a disorderly fashion
From this reading But the one predominant feeling in their minds as they scrambled to their feet and looked at each other, in a consternation that would have been ludicrous under any other circumstances, was that now they could really see each other!
perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading But the one predominant feeling in their minds as they scrambled to their feet and looked at each other, in a consternation that would have been ludicrous under any other circumstances, was that now they could really see each other!
past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading There was no visible source to which it could be traced, but it was light, and as they looked into each other’s eyes half the horror of their situation seemed to have vanished.
plural of “shadow” — shade within clear boundaries
From this reading They were in the light, the blessed light; not brilliant, but mellowed and full of shadows.
the general state of things; the combination of circumstances at a given time
From this reading There was no visible source to which it could be traced, but it was light, and as they looked into each other’s eyes half the horror of their situation seemed to have vanished.
the place where something begins, where it springs into being
From this reading There was no visible source to which it could be traced, but it was light, and as they looked into each other’s eyes half the horror of their situation seemed to have vanished.
move hurridly
From this reading A FRIGHTFUL APPARITION Startled, confused, bewildered beyond measure, Don and Teddy were whirled down the steep incline at a dizzy speed, until at last they were thrown out on the stone floor at its foot in a medley of tossing arms and legs.
excited by sudden surprise or alarm and making a quick involuntary movement
From this reading A FRIGHTFUL APPARITION Startled, confused, bewildered beyond measure, Don and Teddy were whirled down the steep incline at a dizzy speed, until at last they were thrown out on the stone floor at its foot in a medley of tossing arms and legs.
having a sharp inclination
From this reading A FRIGHTFUL APPARITION Startled, confused, bewildered beyond measure, Don and Teddy were whirled down the steep incline at a dizzy speed, until at last they were thrown out on the stone floor at its foot in a medley of tossing arms and legs.
a lump or mass of hard consolidated mineral matter
From this reading A FRIGHTFUL APPARITION Startled, confused, bewildered beyond measure, Don and Teddy were whirled down the steep incline at a dizzy speed, until at last they were thrown out on the stone floor at its foot in a medley of tossing arms and legs.
TeddynounUS /ˈtedi/
plaything consisting of a child's toy bear (usually plush and stuffed with soft materials)
From this reading A FRIGHTFUL APPARITION Startled, confused, bewildered beyond measure, Don and Teddy were whirled down the steep incline at a dizzy speed, until at last they were thrown out on the stone floor at its foot in a medley of tossing arms and legs.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading But the one predominant feeling in their minds as they scrambled to their feet and looked at each other, in a consternation that would have been ludicrous under any other circumstances, was that now they could really see each other!
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading A FRIGHTFUL APPARITION Startled, confused, bewildered beyond measure, Don and Teddy were whirled down the steep incline at a dizzy speed, until at last they were thrown out on the stone floor at its foot in a medley of tossing arms and legs.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading But the one predominant feeling in their minds as they scrambled to their feet and looked at each other, in a consternation that would have been ludicrous under any other circumstances, was that now they could really see each other!
in or at that place or location
From this reading There was no visible source to which it could be traced, but it was light, and as they looked into each other’s eyes half the horror of their situation seemed to have vanished.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading A FRIGHTFUL APPARITION Startled, confused, bewildered beyond measure, Don and Teddy were whirled down the steep incline at a dizzy speed, until at last they were thrown out on the stone floor at its foot in a medley of tossing arms and legs.
caused to fall to the ground
From this reading A FRIGHTFUL APPARITION Startled, confused, bewildered beyond measure, Don and Teddy were whirled down the steep incline at a dizzy speed, until at last they were thrown out on the stone floor at its foot in a medley of tossing arms and legs.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading But the one predominant feeling in their minds as they scrambled to their feet and looked at each other, in a consternation that would have been ludicrous under any other circumstances, was that now they could really see each other!
tossingverbUS /ˈtɔːsɪŋ/
-ing form of “toss” — throw or toss with a light motion
From this reading A FRIGHTFUL APPARITION Startled, confused, bewildered beyond measure, Don and Teddy were whirled down the steep incline at a dizzy speed, until at last they were thrown out on the stone floor at its foot in a medley of tossing arms and legs.
tracedverbUS /treɪst/
past form of “trace” — follow, discover, or ascertain the course of development of something
From this reading There was no visible source to which it could be traced, but it was light, and as they looked into each other’s eyes half the horror of their situation seemed to have vanished.
underprepositionUS /ˈʌndər/
below or beneath something; less than
From this reading But the one predominant feeling in their minds as they scrambled to their feet and looked at each other, in a consternation that would have been ludicrous under any other circumstances, was that now they could really see each other!
untilprepositionUS /ənˈtɪl/
up to a particular time
From this reading A FRIGHTFUL APPARITION Startled, confused, bewildered beyond measure, Don and Teddy were whirled down the steep incline at a dizzy speed, until at last they were thrown out on the stone floor at its foot in a medley of tossing arms and legs.
having passed out of existence
From this reading There was no visible source to which it could be traced, but it was light, and as they looked into each other’s eyes half the horror of their situation seemed to have vanished.
capable of being seen; or open to easy view
From this reading There was no visible source to which it could be traced, but it was light, and as they looked into each other’s eyes half the horror of their situation seemed to have vanished.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading But the one predominant feeling in their minds as they scrambled to their feet and looked at each other, in a consternation that would have been ludicrous under any other circumstances, was that now they could really see each other!
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading A FRIGHTFUL APPARITION Startled, confused, bewildered beyond measure, Don and Teddy were whirled down the steep incline at a dizzy speed, until at last they were thrown out on the stone floor at its foot in a medley of tossing arms and legs.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading There was no visible source to which it could be traced, but it was light, and as they looked into each other’s eyes half the horror of their situation seemed to have vanished.
whirledverbUS /wɜːrld/
past form of “whirl” — turn in a twisting or spinning motion
From this reading A FRIGHTFUL APPARITION Startled, confused, bewildered beyond measure, Don and Teddy were whirled down the steep incline at a dizzy speed, until at last they were thrown out on the stone floor at its foot in a medley of tossing arms and legs.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading But the one predominant feeling in their minds as they scrambled to their feet and looked at each other, in a consternation that would have been ludicrous under any other circumstances, was that now they could really see each other!
