used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading I have followed Col. Garfield through the Kentucky campaign, not because it compared in importance with many other military operations of the war, but because in its conduct he displayed in a remarkable degree some of the traits by which he was distinguished.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading His attack upon an enemy far his superior in numbers, and in a more favorable position, would scarcely have been undertaken by an officer of more military experience.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading His attack upon an enemy far his superior in numbers, and in a more favorable position, would scarcely have been undertaken by an officer of more military experience.
(military) an offensive against an enemy (using weapons)
From this reading His attack upon an enemy far his superior in numbers, and in a more favorable position, would scarcely have been undertaken by an officer of more military experience.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading From a military point of view it may be criticised.
for the reason that
From this reading I have followed Col. Garfield through the Kentucky campaign, not because it compared in importance with many other military operations of the war, but because in its conduct he displayed in a remarkable degree some of the traits by which he was distinguished.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading His attack upon an enemy far his superior in numbers, and in a more favorable position, would scarcely have been undertaken by an officer of more military experience.
above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading THE PERILOUS TRIP UP THE BIG SANDY.
brilliancynoun
a quality that outshines the usual
From this reading Yet, once undertaken, it was carried through with remarkable dash and brilliancy, and the strategy displayed was of a high order.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading I have followed Col. Garfield through the Kentucky campaign, not because it compared in importance with many other military operations of the war, but because in its conduct he displayed in a remarkable degree some of the traits by which he was distinguished.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading I have followed Col. Garfield through the Kentucky campaign, not because it compared in importance with many other military operations of the war, but because in its conduct he displayed in a remarkable degree some of the traits by which he was distinguished.
campaignnounUS /kæmˈpeɪn/
a race between candidates for elective office
From this reading I have followed Col. Garfield through the Kentucky campaign, not because it compared in importance with many other military operations of the war, but because in its conduct he displayed in a remarkable degree some of the traits by which he was distinguished.
inflected form of “carry” — move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body
From this reading Yet, once undertaken, it was carried through with remarkable dash and brilliancy, and the strategy displayed was of a high order.
Colnoun
a pass between mountain peaks
From this reading I have followed Col. Garfield through the Kentucky campaign, not because it compared in importance with many other military operations of the war, but because in its conduct he displayed in a remarkable degree some of the traits by which he was distinguished.
past form of “compare” — examine and note the similarities or differences of
From this reading I have followed Col. Garfield through the Kentucky campaign, not because it compared in importance with many other military operations of the war, but because in its conduct he displayed in a remarkable degree some of the traits by which he was distinguished.
direct the course of; manage or control
From this reading I have followed Col. Garfield through the Kentucky campaign, not because it compared in importance with many other military operations of the war, but because in its conduct he displayed in a remarkable degree some of the traits by which he was distinguished.
criticised
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From this reading From a military point of view it may be criticised.
dashverbUS /dæʃ/
run or move very quickly or hastily
From this reading Yet, once undertaken, it was carried through with remarkable dash and brilliancy, and the strategy displayed was of a high order.
a position on a scale of intensity or amount or quality
From this reading I have followed Col. Garfield through the Kentucky campaign, not because it compared in importance with many other military operations of the war, but because in its conduct he displayed in a remarkable degree some of the traits by which he was distinguished.
displayedverbUS /dɪˈspleɪd/
past form of “display” — to show, make visible or apparent
From this reading I have followed Col. Garfield through the Kentucky campaign, not because it compared in importance with many other military operations of the war, but because in its conduct he displayed in a remarkable degree some of the traits by which he was distinguished.
(used of persons) standing above others in character or attainment or reputation
From this reading I have followed Col. Garfield through the Kentucky campaign, not because it compared in importance with many other military operations of the war, but because in its conduct he displayed in a remarkable degree some of the traits by which he was distinguished.
an opposing military force
From this reading His attack upon an enemy far his superior in numbers, and in a more favorable position, would scarcely have been undertaken by an officer of more military experience.
undergo or live through a difficult experience
From this reading His attack upon an enemy far his superior in numbers, and in a more favorable position, would scarcely have been undertaken by an officer of more military experience.
to a considerable degree; very much
From this reading His attack upon an enemy far his superior in numbers, and in a more favorable position, would scarcely have been undertaken by an officer of more military experience.
favorableadjectiveUS /ˈfeɪvərəbəl/
encouraging or approving or pleasing
From this reading His attack upon an enemy far his superior in numbers, and in a more favorable position, would scarcely have been undertaken by an officer of more military experience.
past form of “follow” — to travel behind, go after, come after
From this reading I have followed Col. Garfield through the Kentucky campaign, not because it compared in importance with many other military operations of the war, but because in its conduct he displayed in a remarkable degree some of the traits by which he was distinguished.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading From a military point of view it may be criticised.
GarfieldnounUS /ˈɡɑːrfiːld/
20th President of the United States; assassinated by a frustrated office-seeker (1831-1881)
From this reading I have followed Col. Garfield through the Kentucky campaign, not because it compared in importance with many other military operations of the war, but because in its conduct he displayed in a remarkable degree some of the traits by which he was distinguished.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading I have followed Col. Garfield through the Kentucky campaign, not because it compared in importance with many other military operations of the war, but because in its conduct he displayed in a remarkable degree some of the traits by which he was distinguished.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading I have followed Col. Garfield through the Kentucky campaign, not because it compared in importance with many other military operations of the war, but because in its conduct he displayed in a remarkable degree some of the traits by which he was distinguished.
greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount
From this reading Yet, once undertaken, it was carried through with remarkable dash and brilliancy, and the strategy displayed was of a high order.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading His attack upon an enemy far his superior in numbers, and in a more favorable position, would scarcely have been undertaken by an officer of more military experience.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading I have followed Col. Garfield through the Kentucky campaign, not because it compared in importance with many other military operations of the war, but because in its conduct he displayed in a remarkable degree some of the traits by which he was distinguished.
the quality of being important and worthy of note
From this reading I have followed Col. Garfield through the Kentucky campaign, not because it compared in importance with many other military operations of the war, but because in its conduct he displayed in a remarkable degree some of the traits by which he was distinguished.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading I have followed Col. Garfield through the Kentucky campaign, not because it compared in importance with many other military operations of the war, but because in its conduct he displayed in a remarkable degree some of the traits by which he was distinguished.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading I have followed Col. Garfield through the Kentucky campaign, not because it compared in importance with many other military operations of the war, but because in its conduct he displayed in a remarkable degree some of the traits by which he was distinguished.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading I have followed Col. Garfield through the Kentucky campaign, not because it compared in importance with many other military operations of the war, but because in its conduct he displayed in a remarkable degree some of the traits by which he was distinguished.
KentuckynounUS /kənˈtʌki/
a state in east central United States; a border state during the American Civil War; famous for breeding race horses
From this reading I have followed Col. Garfield through the Kentucky campaign, not because it compared in importance with many other military operations of the war, but because in its conduct he displayed in a remarkable degree some of the traits by which he was distinguished.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number
From this reading I have followed Col. Garfield through the Kentucky campaign, not because it compared in importance with many other military operations of the war, but because in its conduct he displayed in a remarkable degree some of the traits by which he was distinguished.
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading From a military point of view it may be criticised.
of or relating to the study of the principles of warfare
From this reading I have followed Col. Garfield through the Kentucky campaign, not because it compared in importance with many other military operations of the war, but because in its conduct he displayed in a remarkable degree some of the traits by which he was distinguished.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading His attack upon an enemy far his superior in numbers, and in a more favorable position, would scarcely have been undertaken by an officer of more military experience.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading I have followed Col. Garfield through the Kentucky campaign, not because it compared in importance with many other military operations of the war, but because in its conduct he displayed in a remarkable degree some of the traits by which he was distinguished.
the fourth book of the Old Testament; contains a record of the number of Israelites who followed Moses out of Egypt
From this reading His attack upon an enemy far his superior in numbers, and in a more favorable position, would scarcely have been undertaken by an officer of more military experience.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading I have followed Col. Garfield through the Kentucky campaign, not because it compared in importance with many other military operations of the war, but because in its conduct he displayed in a remarkable degree some of the traits by which he was distinguished.
any person in the armed services who holds a position of authority or command
From this reading His attack upon an enemy far his superior in numbers, and in a more favorable position, would scarcely have been undertaken by an officer of more military experience.
on one occasion
From this reading Yet, once undertaken, it was carried through with remarkable dash and brilliancy, and the strategy displayed was of a high order.
operationsnounUS /ˌɑːpərˈeɪʃənz/
financial transactions at a brokerage; having to do with the execution of trades and keeping customer records
From this reading I have followed Col. Garfield through the Kentucky campaign, not because it compared in importance with many other military operations of the war, but because in its conduct he displayed in a remarkable degree some of the traits by which he was distinguished.
(often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed
From this reading Yet, once undertaken, it was carried through with remarkable dash and brilliancy, and the strategy displayed was of a high order.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading I have followed Col. Garfield through the Kentucky campaign, not because it compared in importance with many other military operations of the war, but because in its conduct he displayed in a remarkable degree some of the traits by which he was distinguished.
PERILOUSadjectiveUS /ˈperələs/
fraught with danger
From this reading THE PERILOUS TRIP UP THE BIG SANDY.
a geometric element that has position but no extension
From this reading From a military point of view it may be criticised.
the particular portion of space occupied by something
From this reading His attack upon an enemy far his superior in numbers, and in a more favorable position, would scarcely have been undertaken by an officer of more military experience.
unusual or striking
From this reading I have followed Col. Garfield through the Kentucky campaign, not because it compared in importance with many other military operations of the war, but because in its conduct he displayed in a remarkable degree some of the traits by which he was distinguished.
SANDYadjectiveUS /ˈsændi/
of hair color; pale yellowish to yellowish brown
From this reading THE PERILOUS TRIP UP THE BIG SANDY.
only a very short time before
From this reading His attack upon an enemy far his superior in numbers, and in a more favorable position, would scarcely have been undertaken by an officer of more military experience.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading I have followed Col. Garfield through the Kentucky campaign, not because it compared in importance with many other military operations of the war, but because in its conduct he displayed in a remarkable degree some of the traits by which he was distinguished.
strategynounUS /ˈstrætədʒi/
an elaborate and systematic plan of action
From this reading Yet, once undertaken, it was carried through with remarkable dash and brilliancy, and the strategy displayed was of a high order.
of high or superior quality or performance
From this reading His attack upon an enemy far his superior in numbers, and in a more favorable position, would scarcely have been undertaken by an officer of more military experience.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE PERILOUS TRIP UP THE BIG SANDY.
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading I have followed Col. Garfield through the Kentucky campaign, not because it compared in importance with many other military operations of the war, but because in its conduct he displayed in a remarkable degree some of the traits by which he was distinguished.
traitsnounUS /treɪts/
plural of “trait” — a distinguishing feature of your personal nature
From this reading I have followed Col. Garfield through the Kentucky campaign, not because it compared in importance with many other military operations of the war, but because in its conduct he displayed in a remarkable degree some of the traits by which he was distinguished.
a journey for some purpose (usually including the return)
From this reading THE PERILOUS TRIP UP THE BIG SANDY.
undertakenverbUS /ˈʌndərteɪkən/
inflected form of “undertake” — enter upon an activity or enterprise
From this reading His attack upon an enemy far his superior in numbers, and in a more favorable position, would scarcely have been undertaken by an officer of more military experience.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading THE PERILOUS TRIP UP THE BIG SANDY.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading His attack upon an enemy far his superior in numbers, and in a more favorable position, would scarcely have been undertaken by an officer of more military experience.
a way of regarding situations or topics etc.
From this reading From a military point of view it may be criticised.
the waging of armed conflict against an enemy
From this reading I have followed Col. Garfield through the Kentucky campaign, not because it compared in importance with many other military operations of the war, but because in its conduct he displayed in a remarkable degree some of the traits by which he was distinguished.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading I have followed Col. Garfield through the Kentucky campaign, not because it compared in importance with many other military operations of the war, but because in its conduct he displayed in a remarkable degree some of the traits by which he was distinguished.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading I have followed Col. Garfield through the Kentucky campaign, not because it compared in importance with many other military operations of the war, but because in its conduct he displayed in a remarkable degree some of the traits by which he was distinguished.
in the company of; together with
From this reading I have followed Col. Garfield through the Kentucky campaign, not because it compared in importance with many other military operations of the war, but because in its conduct he displayed in a remarkable degree some of the traits by which he was distinguished.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading His attack upon an enemy far his superior in numbers, and in a more favorable position, would scarcely have been undertaken by an officer of more military experience.
but in spite of that
From this reading Yet, once undertaken, it was carried through with remarkable dash and brilliancy, and the strategy displayed was of a high order.
