AdeterminerUS /ə/
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
aboveprepositionUS /əˈbʌv/
higher than, or over, something
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
affordedverbUS /əˈfɔːrdəd/
past form of “afford” — be able to spare or give up
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
afterglownounUS /ˈæftərɡloʊ/
a glow sometimes seen in the sky after sunset
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
agoadverbUS /əˈɡoʊ/
in the past
From this reading “Yes,” Monte Irvin was saying, “only a year ago; but, thank God, it seems more like ten!
andeterminerUS /æn/
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
ancientadjectiveUS /ˈeɪn.ʃənt/
Belonging to the very distant past and no longer in existence or deeply revered.
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
andconjunctionUS /ənd/
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
ashesnounUS /ˈæʃ.ɪz/
The powdery residue left after the burning of a substance.
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
awaitingverbUS /əˈweɪtɪŋ/
-ing form of “await” — look forward to the probable occurrence of
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
awningnounUS /ˈɑːnɪŋ/
a canopy made of canvas to shelter people or things from rain or sun
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
balconynounUS /ˈbælkəni/
an upper floor projecting from the rear over the main floor in an auditorium
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
BeneathprepositionUS /bɪˈniːθ/
Directly under; in or to a lower position than.
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
butconjunctionUS /bʌt/
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading “Yes,” Monte Irvin was saying, “only a year ago; but, thank God, it seems more like ten!
characterizeverbUS /ˈkerəktəraɪz/
describe or portray the character or the qualities or peculiarities of
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
CitynounUS /ˈsɪti/
a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
conjuresverbUS /ˈkɑːndʒərz/
third-person singular of “conjure” — summon into action or bring into existence, often as if by magic
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
contentmentnounUS /kənˈtentmənt/
happiness with one's situation in life
From this reading Covertly he squeezed her hand, and was rewarded with a swift, half coquettish glance, in which he read trust and contentment.
coquettishadjective
like a coquette
From this reading Covertly he squeezed her hand, and was rewarded with a swift, half coquettish glance, in which he read trust and contentment.
CovertlyadverbUS /koʊˈvɜːrtli/
in a covert manner
From this reading Covertly he squeezed her hand, and was rewarded with a swift, half coquettish glance, in which he read trust and contentment.
desertverbUS /ˈdezərt/
leave someone who needs or counts on you; leave in the lurch
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
dyingadjectiveUS /ˈdaɪɪŋ/
in or associated with the process of passing from life or ceasing to be
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
effaces
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Merciful time effaces sadness but spares joy.”
EgyptnounUS /ˈiːdʒəpt/
a republic in northeastern Africa known as the United Arab Republic until 1971; site of an ancient civilization that flourished from 2600 to 30 BC
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
elegantadjectiveUS /ˈeləɡənt/
refined and tasteful in appearance or behavior or style
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
facenounUS /feɪs/
the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear
From this reading He turned to his wife, whose flower-like face peeped out from a nest of white fur.
fadeverbUS /feɪd/
become less clearly visible or distinguishable; disappear gradually or seemingly
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
flatsnounUS /flæts/
footwear (shoes or slippers) with no heel (or a very low heel)
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
flower-like
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading He turned to his wife, whose flower-like face peeped out from a nest of white fur.
fournounUS /fɔːr/
the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
fromprepositionUS /frʌm/
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
furnounUS /fɜːr/
the dressed hairy coat of a mammal
From this reading He turned to his wife, whose flower-like face peeped out from a nest of white fur.
gatheredadjectiveUS /ˈɡæðərd/
brought together in one place
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
glanceverbUS /ɡlæns/
throw a glance at; take a brief look at
From this reading Covertly he squeezed her hand, and was rewarded with a swift, half coquettish glance, in which he read trust and contentment.
GodnounUS /ɡɑːd/
the supernatural being conceived as the perfect and omnipotent and omniscient originator and ruler of the universe; the object of worship in monotheistic religions
From this reading “Yes,” Monte Irvin was saying, “only a year ago; but, thank God, it seems more like ten!
halfadjectiveUS /hæf/
consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity
From this reading Covertly he squeezed her hand, and was rewarded with a swift, half coquettish glance, in which he read trust and contentment.
handnounUS /hænd/
the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb
From this reading Covertly he squeezed her hand, and was rewarded with a swift, half coquettish glance, in which he read trust and contentment.
HepronounUS /hiː/
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He turned to his wife, whose flower-like face peeped out from a nest of white fur.
Heliopolis
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
herdeterminerUS /hɜːr/
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading Covertly he squeezed her hand, and was rewarded with a swift, half coquettish glance, in which he read trust and contentment.
hisdeterminerUS /hɪz/
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading He turned to his wife, whose flower-like face peeped out from a nest of white fur.
inprepositionUS /ɪn/
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
Irvin
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading “Yes,” Monte Irvin was saying, “only a year ago; but, thank God, it seems more like ten!
isauxiliary verbUS /ɪz/
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
itpronounUS /ɪt/
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading “Yes,” Monte Irvin was saying, “only a year ago; but, thank God, it seems more like ten!
joynounUS /dʒɔɪ/
the emotion of great happiness
From this reading Merciful time effaces sadness but spares joy.”
knownadjectiveUS /noʊn/
apprehended with certainty
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
LATERadverbUS /ˈleɪtər/
happening at a time subsequent to a reference time
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
learningnounUS /ˈlɜːrnɪŋ/
the cognitive process of acquiring skill or knowledge
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
LibyannounUS /ˈlɪbiːən/
a native or inhabitant of Libya
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
likeverbUS /laɪk/
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading “Yes,” Monte Irvin was saying, “only a year ago; but, thank God, it seems more like ten!
magicaladjectiveUS /ˈmædʒɪkəl/
possessing or using or characteristic of or appropriate to supernatural powers
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
MercifuladjectiveUS /ˈmɜːrsɪfəl/
showing or giving mercy
From this reading Merciful time effaces sadness but spares joy.”
modernadjectiveUS /ˈmɑːdərn/
belonging to the modern era; since the Middle Ages
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
MontenounUS /ˈmɑːnti/
a gambling card game of Spanish origin; 3 or 4 cards are dealt face up and players bet that one of them will be matched before the others as the cards are dealt from the pack one at a time
From this reading “Yes,” Monte Irvin was saying, “only a year ago; but, thank God, it seems more like ten!
moreadjectiveUS /mɔːr/
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading “Yes,” Monte Irvin was saying, “only a year ago; but, thank God, it seems more like ten!
mostadverbUS /moʊst/
used to form the superlative
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
nestnounUS /nest/
a structure in which animals lay eggs or give birth to their young
From this reading He turned to his wife, whose flower-like face peeped out from a nest of white fur.
ofprepositionUS /ʌv/
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
oldadjectiveUS /oʊld/
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
onepronounUS /wʌn/
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
onlyadverbUS /ˈoʊnli/
and nothing more
From this reading “Yes,” Monte Irvin was saying, “only a year ago; but, thank God, it seems more like ten!
outadjectiveUS /aʊt/
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading He turned to his wife, whose flower-like face peeped out from a nest of white fur.
partynounUS /ˈpɑːrti/
an organization to gain political power
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
peepedverbUS /piːpt/
past form of “peep” — look furtively
From this reading He turned to his wife, whose flower-like face peeped out from a nest of white fur.
perhapsadverbUS /pərˈhæps/
by chance
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
raysnounUS /reɪz/
plural of “ray” — a column of light (as from a beacon)
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
readverbUS /red/
interpret something that is written or printed
From this reading Covertly he squeezed her hand, and was rewarded with a swift, half coquettish glance, in which he read trust and contentment.
rewardedverbUS /rɪˈwɔːrdɪd/
past form of “reward” — bestow honor or rewards upon
From this reading Covertly he squeezed her hand, and was rewarded with a swift, half coquettish glance, in which he read trust and contentment.
sadnessnounUS /ˈsædnəs/
emotions experienced when not in a state of well-being
From this reading Merciful time effaces sadness but spares joy.”
sandsnounUS /sændz/
the region of the shore of a lake or sea or ocean
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
sayingnounUS /ˈseɪɪŋ/
a word or phrase that particular people use in particular situations
From this reading “Yes,” Monte Irvin was saying, “only a year ago; but, thank God, it seems more like ten!
seatnounUS /siːt/
a space reserved for sitting (as in a theater or on a train or airplane)
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
seemsverbUS /siːmz/
third-person singular of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading “Yes,” Monte Irvin was saying, “only a year ago; but, thank God, it seems more like ten!
sitenounUS /saɪt/
the piece of land on which something is located (or is to be located)
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
sparesnounUS /sperz/
plural of “spare” — an extra component of a machine or other apparatus
From this reading Merciful time effaces sadness but spares joy.”
spectaclenounUS /ˈspektəkəl/
something or someone seen (especially a notable or unusual sight)
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
spreadverbUS /spred/
distribute or disperse widely
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
squeezedverbUS /skwiːzd/
past form of “squeeze” — to compress with violence, out of natural shape or condition
From this reading Covertly he squeezed her hand, and was rewarded with a swift, half coquettish glance, in which he read trust and contentment.
SunnounUS /sʌn/
the star that is the source of light and heat for the planets in the solar system
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
sun'snounUS /sʌnz/
possessive form of “sun” — the star that is the source of light and heat for the planets in the solar system
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
swiftadjectiveUS /swɪft/
moving very fast
From this reading Covertly he squeezed her hand, and was rewarded with a swift, half coquettish glance, in which he read trust and contentment.
tennounUS /ten/
the cardinal number that is the sum of nine and one; the base of the decimal system
From this reading “Yes,” Monte Irvin was saying, “only a year ago; but, thank God, it seems more like ten!
thankverbUS /θæŋk/
express gratitude or show appreciation to
From this reading “Yes,” Monte Irvin was saying, “only a year ago; but, thank God, it seems more like ten!
thedeterminerUS /ðə/
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
thosedeterminerUS /ðoʊz/
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
timenounUS /taɪm/
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading Merciful time effaces sadness but spares joy.”
toparticleUS /tuː/
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading He turned to his wife, whose flower-like face peeped out from a nest of white fur.
todaynounUS /təˈdeɪ/
the present time or age
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
trustnounUS /trʌst/
something (as property) held by one party (the trustee) for the benefit of another (the beneficiary)
From this reading Covertly he squeezed her hand, and was rewarded with a swift, half coquettish glance, in which he read trust and contentment.
turnedadjectiveUS /tɜːrnd/
moved around an axis or center
From this reading He turned to his wife, whose flower-like face peeped out from a nest of white fur.
uniqueadjectiveUS /juːˈniːk/
radically distinctive and without equal
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
upadjectiveUS /ʌp/
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
violetnounUS /ˈvaɪəlɪt/
any of numerous low-growing violas with small flowers
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
whenconjunctionUS /wen/
at the time that
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
whichpronounUS /wɪtʃ/
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
whitenounUS /waɪt/
a Caucasian
From this reading He turned to his wife, whose flower-like face peeped out from a nest of white fur.
whosedeterminerUS /huːz/
belonging to which person
From this reading He turned to his wife, whose flower-like face peeped out from a nest of white fur.
wifenounUS /waɪf/
a married woman; a man's partner in marriage
From this reading He turned to his wife, whose flower-like face peeped out from a nest of white fur.
withprepositionUS /wɪð/
in the company of; together with
From this reading Covertly he squeezed her hand, and was rewarded with a swift, half coquettish glance, in which he read trust and contentment.
wondernounUS /ˈwʌndər/
the feeling aroused by something strange and surprising
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
worldnounUS /wɜːrld/
everything that exists anywhere
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
YEARnounUS /jɪr/
a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days
From this reading A YEAR LATER Beneath an awning spread above the balcony of one of those modern elegant flats, which today characterize Heliopolis, the City of the Sun, site of perhaps the most ancient seat of learning in the known world, a party of four was gathered, awaiting the unique spectacle which is afforded when the sun’s dying rays fade from the Libyan sands and the violet wonder of the afterglow conjures up old magical Egypt from the ashes of the desert.
YesnounUS /jes/
an affirmative
From this reading “Yes,” Monte Irvin was saying, “only a year ago; but, thank God, it seems more like ten!
