Chapter XXVII

used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

From this reading Once when Jack chanced to wake up, he could catch the familiar pulsations of a cloud-chaser of an airship passing, at a considerable distance; and as near as he could figure, heading directly toward the rendezvous on the creek, where a descent would be made to the exact spot on which the other craft had so lately been mysteriously incinerated.

a mixture of gases (especially oxygen) required for breathing; the stuff that the wind consists of

From this reading The air, too, was favorable, since it came from a direction to leeward of the water, which would carry such light smoke as arose from the small fire safely away.

a steerable self-propelled aircraft

From this reading Once when Jack chanced to wake up, he could catch the familiar pulsations of a cloud-chaser of an airship passing, at a considerable distance; and as near as he could figure, heading directly toward the rendezvous on the creek, where a descent would be made to the exact spot on which the other craft had so lately been mysteriously incinerated.

fear resulting from the awareness of danger

From this reading THE LUCKLESS SPEEDBOAT The night passed without anything in the nature of an alarm.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading THE LUCKLESS SPEEDBOAT The night passed without anything in the nature of an alarm.

used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading Once when Jack chanced to wake up, he could catch the familiar pulsations of a cloud-chaser of an airship passing, at a considerable distance; and as near as he could figure, heading directly toward the rendezvous on the creek, where a descent would be made to the exact spot on which the other craft had so lately been mysteriously incinerated.

any thing at all

From this reading THE LUCKLESS SPEEDBOAT The night passed without anything in the nature of an alarm.

(usually followed by “to”) naturally disposed toward

From this reading In the morning it was deemed quite safe for Perk to build a cooking fire well back of the rise, so that even though a boat should pass up or down the river curious eyes would not be apt to see anything suspicious.

inflected form of “arise” — come into existence; take on form or shape

From this reading The air, too, was favorable, since it came from a direction to leeward of the water, which would carry such light smoke as arose from the small fire safely away.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading Once when Jack chanced to wake up, he could catch the familiar pulsations of a cloud-chaser of an airship passing, at a considerable distance; and as near as he could figure, heading directly toward the rendezvous on the creek, where a descent would be made to the exact spot on which the other craft had so lately been mysteriously incinerated.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Once when Jack chanced to wake up, he could catch the familiar pulsations of a cloud-chaser of an airship passing, at a considerable distance; and as near as he could figure, heading directly toward the rendezvous on the creek, where a descent would be made to the exact spot on which the other craft had so lately been mysteriously incinerated.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading The air, too, was favorable, since it came from a direction to leeward of the water, which would carry such light smoke as arose from the small fire safely away.

in or to or toward a former location

From this reading "I wonder if that turns out to be our next victim," was what the listener said under his breath, as he dropped back to continue his sleep.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading Once when Jack chanced to wake up, he could catch the familiar pulsations of a cloud-chaser of an airship passing, at a considerable distance; and as near as he could figure, heading directly toward the rendezvous on the creek, where a descent would be made to the exact spot on which the other craft had so lately been mysteriously incinerated.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Once when Jack chanced to wake up, he could catch the familiar pulsations of a cloud-chaser of an airship passing, at a considerable distance; and as near as he could figure, heading directly toward the rendezvous on the creek, where a descent would be made to the exact spot on which the other craft had so lately been mysteriously incinerated.

a small vessel for travel on water

From this reading In the morning it was deemed quite safe for Perk to build a cooking fire well back of the rise, so that even though a boat should pass up or down the river curious eyes would not be apt to see anything suspicious.

the process of taking in and expelling air during breathing

From this reading "I wonder if that turns out to be our next victim," was what the listener said under his breath, as he dropped back to continue his sleep.

make by combining materials and parts

From this reading In the morning it was deemed quite safe for Perk to build a cooking fire well back of the rise, so that even though a boat should pass up or down the river curious eyes would not be apt to see anything suspicious.

inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading The air, too, was favorable, since it came from a direction to leeward of the water, which would carry such light smoke as arose from the small fire safely away.

move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body

From this reading The air, too, was favorable, since it came from a direction to leeward of the water, which would carry such light smoke as arose from the small fire safely away.

discover or come upon accidentally, suddenly, or unexpectedly; catch somebody doing something or in a certain state

From this reading Once when Jack chanced to wake up, he could catch the familiar pulsations of a cloud-chaser of an airship passing, at a considerable distance; and as near as he could figure, heading directly toward the rendezvous on the creek, where a descent would be made to the exact spot on which the other craft had so lately been mysteriously incinerated.

past form of “chance” — be the case by chance

From this reading Once when Jack chanced to wake up, he could catch the familiar pulsations of a cloud-chaser of an airship passing, at a considerable distance; and as near as he could figure, heading directly toward the rendezvous on the creek, where a descent would be made to the exact spot on which the other craft had so lately been mysteriously incinerated.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading Once when Jack chanced to wake up, he could catch the familiar pulsations of a cloud-chaser of an airship passing, at a considerable distance; and as near as he could figure, heading directly toward the rendezvous on the creek, where a descent would be made to the exact spot on which the other craft had so lately been mysteriously incinerated.

large or relatively large in number or amount or extent or degree

From this reading Once when Jack chanced to wake up, he could catch the familiar pulsations of a cloud-chaser of an airship passing, at a considerable distance; and as near as he could figure, heading directly toward the rendezvous on the creek, where a descent would be made to the exact spot on which the other craft had so lately been mysteriously incinerated.

continue a certain state, condition, or activity

From this reading "I wonder if that turns out to be our next victim," was what the listener said under his breath, as he dropped back to continue his sleep.

the act of preparing something (as food) by the application of heat

From this reading In the morning it was deemed quite safe for Perk to build a cooking fire well back of the rise, so that even though a boat should pass up or down the river curious eyes would not be apt to see anything suspicious.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading Once when Jack chanced to wake up, he could catch the familiar pulsations of a cloud-chaser of an airship passing, at a considerable distance; and as near as he could figure, heading directly toward the rendezvous on the creek, where a descent would be made to the exact spot on which the other craft had so lately been mysteriously incinerated.

the skilled practice of a practical occupation

From this reading Once when Jack chanced to wake up, he could catch the familiar pulsations of a cloud-chaser of an airship passing, at a considerable distance; and as near as he could figure, heading directly toward the rendezvous on the creek, where a descent would be made to the exact spot on which the other craft had so lately been mysteriously incinerated.

a natural stream of water smaller than a river (and often a tributary of a river)

From this reading Once when Jack chanced to wake up, he could catch the familiar pulsations of a cloud-chaser of an airship passing, at a considerable distance; and as near as he could figure, heading directly toward the rendezvous on the creek, where a descent would be made to the exact spot on which the other craft had so lately been mysteriously incinerated.

beyond or deviating from the usual or expected

From this reading In the morning it was deemed quite safe for Perk to build a cooking fire well back of the rise, so that even though a boat should pass up or down the river curious eyes would not be apt to see anything suspicious.

past form of “deem” — keep in mind or convey as a conviction or view

From this reading In the morning it was deemed quite safe for Perk to build a cooking fire well back of the rise, so that even though a boat should pass up or down the river curious eyes would not be apt to see anything suspicious.

An action of moving downward, dropping, or falling into a deeper place.

From this reading Once when Jack chanced to wake up, he could catch the familiar pulsations of a cloud-chaser of an airship passing, at a considerable distance; and as near as he could figure, heading directly toward the rendezvous on the creek, where a descent would be made to the exact spot on which the other craft had so lately been mysteriously incinerated.

a line leading to a place or point

From this reading The air, too, was favorable, since it came from a direction to leeward of the water, which would carry such light smoke as arose from the small fire safely away.

without deviation

From this reading Once when Jack chanced to wake up, he could catch the familiar pulsations of a cloud-chaser of an airship passing, at a considerable distance; and as near as he could figure, heading directly toward the rendezvous on the creek, where a descent would be made to the exact spot on which the other craft had so lately been mysteriously incinerated.

the property created by the space between two objects or points

From this reading Once when Jack chanced to wake up, he could catch the familiar pulsations of a cloud-chaser of an airship passing, at a considerable distance; and as near as he could figure, heading directly toward the rendezvous on the creek, where a descent would be made to the exact spot on which the other craft had so lately been mysteriously incinerated.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading In the morning it was deemed quite safe for Perk to build a cooking fire well back of the rise, so that even though a boat should pass up or down the river curious eyes would not be apt to see anything suspicious.

inflected form of “drop” — let fall to the ground

From this reading "I wonder if that turns out to be our next victim," was what the listener said under his breath, as he dropped back to continue his sleep.

divisible by two

From this reading In the morning it was deemed quite safe for Perk to build a cooking fire well back of the rise, so that even though a boat should pass up or down the river curious eyes would not be apt to see anything suspicious.

Strictly particular and correct.

From this reading Once when Jack chanced to wake up, he could catch the familiar pulsations of a cloud-chaser of an airship passing, at a considerable distance; and as near as he could figure, heading directly toward the rendezvous on the creek, where a descent would be made to the exact spot on which the other craft had so lately been mysteriously incinerated.

opinion or judgment

From this reading In the morning it was deemed quite safe for Perk to build a cooking fire well back of the rise, so that even though a boat should pass up or down the river curious eyes would not be apt to see anything suspicious.

well known or easily recognized

From this reading Once when Jack chanced to wake up, he could catch the familiar pulsations of a cloud-chaser of an airship passing, at a considerable distance; and as near as he could figure, heading directly toward the rendezvous on the creek, where a descent would be made to the exact spot on which the other craft had so lately been mysteriously incinerated.

encouraging or approving or pleasing

From this reading The air, too, was favorable, since it came from a direction to leeward of the water, which would carry such light smoke as arose from the small fire safely away.

a diagram or picture illustrating textual material

From this reading Once when Jack chanced to wake up, he could catch the familiar pulsations of a cloud-chaser of an airship passing, at a considerable distance; and as near as he could figure, heading directly toward the rendezvous on the creek, where a descent would be made to the exact spot on which the other craft had so lately been mysteriously incinerated.

start firing a weapon

From this reading In the morning it was deemed quite safe for Perk to build a cooking fire well back of the rise, so that even though a boat should pass up or down the river curious eyes would not be apt to see anything suspicious.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading In the morning it was deemed quite safe for Perk to build a cooking fire well back of the rise, so that even though a boat should pass up or down the river curious eyes would not be apt to see anything suspicious.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading The air, too, was favorable, since it came from a direction to leeward of the water, which would carry such light smoke as arose from the small fire safely away.

the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect

From this reading Once when Jack chanced to wake up, he could catch the familiar pulsations of a cloud-chaser of an airship passing, at a considerable distance; and as near as he could figure, heading directly toward the rendezvous on the creek, where a descent would be made to the exact spot on which the other craft had so lately been mysteriously incinerated.

a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading Once when Jack chanced to wake up, he could catch the familiar pulsations of a cloud-chaser of an airship passing, at a considerable distance; and as near as he could figure, heading directly toward the rendezvous on the creek, where a descent would be made to the exact spot on which the other craft had so lately been mysteriously incinerated.

a line of text serving to indicate what the passage below it is about

From this reading Once when Jack chanced to wake up, he could catch the familiar pulsations of a cloud-chaser of an airship passing, at a considerable distance; and as near as he could figure, heading directly toward the rendezvous on the creek, where a descent would be made to the exact spot on which the other craft had so lately been mysteriously incinerated.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading "I wonder if that turns out to be our next victim," was what the listener said under his breath, as he dropped back to continue his sleep.

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading "I wonder if that turns out to be our next victim," was what the listener said under his breath, as he dropped back to continue his sleep.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading "I wonder if that turns out to be our next victim," was what the listener said under his breath, as he dropped back to continue his sleep.

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading THE LUCKLESS SPEEDBOAT The night passed without anything in the nature of an alarm.

past form of “incinerate” — become reduced to ashes

From this reading Once when Jack chanced to wake up, he could catch the familiar pulsations of a cloud-chaser of an airship passing, at a considerable distance; and as near as he could figure, heading directly toward the rendezvous on the creek, where a descent would be made to the exact spot on which the other craft had so lately been mysteriously incinerated.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading In the morning it was deemed quite safe for Perk to build a cooking fire well back of the rise, so that even though a boat should pass up or down the river curious eyes would not be apt to see anything suspicious.

a small worthless amount

From this reading Once when Jack chanced to wake up, he could catch the familiar pulsations of a cloud-chaser of an airship passing, at a considerable distance; and as near as he could figure, heading directly toward the rendezvous on the creek, where a descent would be made to the exact spot on which the other craft had so lately been mysteriously incinerated.

in the recent past

From this reading Once when Jack chanced to wake up, he could catch the familiar pulsations of a cloud-chaser of an airship passing, at a considerable distance; and as near as he could figure, heading directly toward the rendezvous on the creek, where a descent would be made to the exact spot on which the other craft had so lately been mysteriously incinerated.

the direction in which the wind is blowing

From this reading The air, too, was favorable, since it came from a direction to leeward of the water, which would carry such light smoke as arose from the small fire safely away.

of comparatively little physical weight or density

From this reading The air, too, was favorable, since it came from a direction to leeward of the water, which would carry such light smoke as arose from the small fire safely away.

someone who listens attentively

From this reading "I wonder if that turns out to be our next victim," was what the listener said under his breath, as he dropped back to continue his sleep.

having or bringing misfortune

From this reading THE LUCKLESS SPEEDBOAT The night passed without anything in the nature of an alarm.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading Once when Jack chanced to wake up, he could catch the familiar pulsations of a cloud-chaser of an airship passing, at a considerable distance; and as near as he could figure, heading directly toward the rendezvous on the creek, where a descent would be made to the exact spot on which the other craft had so lately been mysteriously incinerated.

the time period between dawn and noon

From this reading In the morning it was deemed quite safe for Perk to build a cooking fire well back of the rise, so that even though a boat should pass up or down the river curious eyes would not be apt to see anything suspicious.

in a cryptic manner

From this reading Once when Jack chanced to wake up, he could catch the familiar pulsations of a cloud-chaser of an airship passing, at a considerable distance; and as near as he could figure, heading directly toward the rendezvous on the creek, where a descent would be made to the exact spot on which the other craft had so lately been mysteriously incinerated.

the essential qualities or characteristics by which something is recognized

From this reading THE LUCKLESS SPEEDBOAT The night passed without anything in the nature of an alarm.

near in time or place or relationship

From this reading Once when Jack chanced to wake up, he could catch the familiar pulsations of a cloud-chaser of an airship passing, at a considerable distance; and as near as he could figure, heading directly toward the rendezvous on the creek, where a descent would be made to the exact spot on which the other craft had so lately been mysteriously incinerated.

immediately following in time or order

From this reading "I wonder if that turns out to be our next victim," was what the listener said under his breath, as he dropped back to continue his sleep.

the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside

From this reading THE LUCKLESS SPEEDBOAT The night passed without anything in the nature of an alarm.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading In the morning it was deemed quite safe for Perk to build a cooking fire well back of the rise, so that even though a boat should pass up or down the river curious eyes would not be apt to see anything suspicious.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading THE LUCKLESS SPEEDBOAT The night passed without anything in the nature of an alarm.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Once when Jack chanced to wake up, he could catch the familiar pulsations of a cloud-chaser of an airship passing, at a considerable distance; and as near as he could figure, heading directly toward the rendezvous on the creek, where a descent would be made to the exact spot on which the other craft had so lately been mysteriously incinerated.

on one occasion

From this reading Once when Jack chanced to wake up, he could catch the familiar pulsations of a cloud-chaser of an airship passing, at a considerable distance; and as near as he could figure, heading directly toward the rendezvous on the creek, where a descent would be made to the exact spot on which the other craft had so lately been mysteriously incinerated.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading In the morning it was deemed quite safe for Perk to build a cooking fire well back of the rise, so that even though a boat should pass up or down the river curious eyes would not be apt to see anything suspicious.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading Once when Jack chanced to wake up, he could catch the familiar pulsations of a cloud-chaser of an airship passing, at a considerable distance; and as near as he could figure, heading directly toward the rendezvous on the creek, where a descent would be made to the exact spot on which the other craft had so lately been mysteriously incinerated.

belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading "I wonder if that turns out to be our next victim," was what the listener said under his breath, as he dropped back to continue his sleep.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading "I wonder if that turns out to be our next victim," was what the listener said under his breath, as he dropped back to continue his sleep.

go across or through

From this reading In the morning it was deemed quite safe for Perk to build a cooking fire well back of the rise, so that even though a boat should pass up or down the river curious eyes would not be apt to see anything suspicious.

past form of “pass” — go across or through

From this reading THE LUCKLESS SPEEDBOAT The night passed without anything in the nature of an alarm.

(American football) a play that involves one player throwing the ball to a teammate

From this reading Once when Jack chanced to wake up, he could catch the familiar pulsations of a cloud-chaser of an airship passing, at a considerable distance; and as near as he could figure, heading directly toward the rendezvous on the creek, where a descent would be made to the exact spot on which the other craft had so lately been mysteriously incinerated.

an incidental benefit awarded for certain types of employment (especially if it is regarded as a right)

From this reading In the morning it was deemed quite safe for Perk to build a cooking fire well back of the rise, so that even though a boat should pass up or down the river curious eyes would not be apt to see anything suspicious.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading Once when Jack chanced to wake up, he could catch the familiar pulsations of a cloud-chaser of an airship passing, at a considerable distance; and as near as he could figure, heading directly toward the rendezvous on the creek, where a descent would be made to the exact spot on which the other craft had so lately been mysteriously incinerated.

to a degree (not used with a negative)

From this reading In the morning it was deemed quite safe for Perk to build a cooking fire well back of the rise, so that even though a boat should pass up or down the river curious eyes would not be apt to see anything suspicious.

a meeting planned at a certain time and place

From this reading Once when Jack chanced to wake up, he could catch the familiar pulsations of a cloud-chaser of an airship passing, at a considerable distance; and as near as he could figure, heading directly toward the rendezvous on the creek, where a descent would be made to the exact spot on which the other craft had so lately been mysteriously incinerated.

move upward

From this reading In the morning it was deemed quite safe for Perk to build a cooking fire well back of the rise, so that even though a boat should pass up or down the river curious eyes would not be apt to see anything suspicious.

a large natural stream of water (larger than a creek)

From this reading In the morning it was deemed quite safe for Perk to build a cooking fire well back of the rise, so that even though a boat should pass up or down the river curious eyes would not be apt to see anything suspicious.

free from danger or the risk of harm

From this reading In the morning it was deemed quite safe for Perk to build a cooking fire well back of the rise, so that even though a boat should pass up or down the river curious eyes would not be apt to see anything suspicious.

with safety; in a safe manner

From this reading The air, too, was favorable, since it came from a direction to leeward of the water, which would carry such light smoke as arose from the small fire safely away.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading "I wonder if that turns out to be our next victim," was what the listener said under his breath, as he dropped back to continue his sleep.

perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading In the morning it was deemed quite safe for Perk to build a cooking fire well back of the rise, so that even though a boat should pass up or down the river curious eyes would not be apt to see anything suspicious.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading In the morning it was deemed quite safe for Perk to build a cooking fire well back of the rise, so that even though a boat should pass up or down the river curious eyes would not be apt to see anything suspicious.

from a time in the past until now

From this reading The air, too, was favorable, since it came from a direction to leeward of the water, which would carry such light smoke as arose from the small fire safely away.

a natural and periodic state of rest during which consciousness of the world is suspended

From this reading "I wonder if that turns out to be our next victim," was what the listener said under his breath, as he dropped back to continue his sleep.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading The air, too, was favorable, since it came from a direction to leeward of the water, which would carry such light smoke as arose from the small fire safely away.

a cloud of fine particles suspended in a gas

From this reading The air, too, was favorable, since it came from a direction to leeward of the water, which would carry such light smoke as arose from the small fire safely away.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading Once when Jack chanced to wake up, he could catch the familiar pulsations of a cloud-chaser of an airship passing, at a considerable distance; and as near as he could figure, heading directly toward the rendezvous on the creek, where a descent would be made to the exact spot on which the other craft had so lately been mysteriously incinerated.

a fast motorboat

From this reading THE LUCKLESS SPEEDBOAT The night passed without anything in the nature of an alarm.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading Once when Jack chanced to wake up, he could catch the familiar pulsations of a cloud-chaser of an airship passing, at a considerable distance; and as near as he could figure, heading directly toward the rendezvous on the creek, where a descent would be made to the exact spot on which the other craft had so lately been mysteriously incinerated.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading The air, too, was favorable, since it came from a direction to leeward of the water, which would carry such light smoke as arose from the small fire safely away.

openly distrustful and unwilling to confide

From this reading In the morning it was deemed quite safe for Perk to build a cooking fire well back of the rise, so that even though a boat should pass up or down the river curious eyes would not be apt to see anything suspicious.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading "I wonder if that turns out to be our next victim," was what the listener said under his breath, as he dropped back to continue his sleep.

used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind

From this reading THE LUCKLESS SPEEDBOAT The night passed without anything in the nature of an alarm.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading In the morning it was deemed quite safe for Perk to build a cooking fire well back of the rise, so that even though a boat should pass up or down the river curious eyes would not be apt to see anything suspicious.

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading Once when Jack chanced to wake up, he could catch the familiar pulsations of a cloud-chaser of an airship passing, at a considerable distance; and as near as he could figure, heading directly toward the rendezvous on the creek, where a descent would be made to the exact spot on which the other craft had so lately been mysteriously incinerated.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading The air, too, was favorable, since it came from a direction to leeward of the water, which would carry such light smoke as arose from the small fire safely away.

in the direction of

From this reading Once when Jack chanced to wake up, he could catch the familiar pulsations of a cloud-chaser of an airship passing, at a considerable distance; and as near as he could figure, heading directly toward the rendezvous on the creek, where a descent would be made to the exact spot on which the other craft had so lately been mysteriously incinerated.

plural of “turn” — a circular segment of a curve

From this reading "I wonder if that turns out to be our next victim," was what the listener said under his breath, as he dropped back to continue his sleep.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading "I wonder if that turns out to be our next victim," was what the listener said under his breath, as he dropped back to continue his sleep.

being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level

From this reading Once when Jack chanced to wake up, he could catch the familiar pulsations of a cloud-chaser of an airship passing, at a considerable distance; and as near as he could figure, heading directly toward the rendezvous on the creek, where a descent would be made to the exact spot on which the other craft had so lately been mysteriously incinerated.

an unfortunate person who suffers from some adverse circumstance

From this reading "I wonder if that turns out to be our next victim," was what the listener said under his breath, as he dropped back to continue his sleep.

be awake, be alert, be there

From this reading Once when Jack chanced to wake up, he could catch the familiar pulsations of a cloud-chaser of an airship passing, at a considerable distance; and as near as he could figure, heading directly toward the rendezvous on the creek, where a descent would be made to the exact spot on which the other craft had so lately been mysteriously incinerated.

the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading "I wonder if that turns out to be our next victim," was what the listener said under his breath, as he dropped back to continue his sleep.

binary compound that occurs at room temperature as a clear colorless odorless tasteless liquid; freezes into ice below 0 degrees centigrade and boils above 100 degrees centigrade; widely used as a solvent

From this reading The air, too, was favorable, since it came from a direction to leeward of the water, which would carry such light smoke as arose from the small fire safely away.

(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 In the morning it was deemed quite safe for Perk to build a cooking fire well back of the rise, so that even though a boat should pass up or down the river curious eyes would not be apt to see anything suspicious.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading "I wonder if that turns out to be our next victim," was what the listener said under his breath, as he dropped back to continue his sleep.

at the time that

From this reading Once when Jack chanced to wake up, he could catch the familiar pulsations of a cloud-chaser of an airship passing, at a considerable distance; and as near as he could figure, heading directly toward the rendezvous on the creek, where a descent would be made to the exact spot on which the other craft had so lately been mysteriously incinerated.

in or at the place that

From this reading Once when Jack chanced to wake up, he could catch the familiar pulsations of a cloud-chaser of an airship passing, at a considerable distance; and as near as he could figure, heading directly toward the rendezvous on the creek, where a descent would be made to the exact spot on which the other craft had so lately been mysteriously incinerated.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading Once when Jack chanced to wake up, he could catch the familiar pulsations of a cloud-chaser of an airship passing, at a considerable distance; and as near as he could figure, heading directly toward the rendezvous on the creek, where a descent would be made to the exact spot on which the other craft had so lately been mysteriously incinerated.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading THE LUCKLESS SPEEDBOAT The night passed without anything in the nature of an alarm.

the feeling aroused by something strange and surprising

From this reading "I wonder if that turns out to be our next victim," was what the listener said under his breath, as he dropped back to continue his sleep.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading Once when Jack chanced to wake up, he could catch the familiar pulsations of a cloud-chaser of an airship passing, at a considerable distance; and as near as he could figure, heading directly toward the rendezvous on the creek, where a descent would be made to the exact spot on which the other craft had so lately been mysteriously incinerated.