1896
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From this reading Another reason is one with which I fancy most Englishmen will readily sympathise--viz., the feat had never before been performed, and my first attempt to accomplish it in 1896 (with New York as the starting-point) had failed half way on the Siberian shores of Bering Straits.
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading I would reply that my primary purpose was to ascertain the feasibility of constructing a railway to connect the chief cities of France and America, Paris and New York.
accomplishverbUS /əˈkɑːmplɪʃ/
put in effect
From this reading Another reason is one with which I fancy most Englishmen will readily sympathise--viz., the feat had never before been performed, and my first attempt to accomplish it in 1896 (with New York as the starting-point) had failed half way on the Siberian shores of Bering Straits.
a record or narrative description of past events
From this reading Many who read the following account of our long land journey will not unnaturally ask: "What was the object of this stupendous voyage, or the reward to be gained by this apparently unnecessary risk of life and endurance of hardships?"
North American republic containing 50 states - 48 conterminous states in North America plus Alaska in northwest North America and the Hawaiian Islands in the Pacific Ocean; achieved independence in 1776
From this reading I would reply that my primary purpose was to ascertain the feasibility of constructing a railway to connect the chief cities of France and America, Paris and New York.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Many who read the following account of our long land journey will not unnaturally ask: "What was the object of this stupendous voyage, or the reward to be gained by this apparently unnecessary risk of life and endurance of hardships?"
one more of the same kind, or a different one
From this reading Another reason is one with which I fancy most Englishmen will readily sympathise--viz., the feat had never before been performed, and my first attempt to accomplish it in 1896 (with New York as the starting-point) had failed half way on the Siberian shores of Bering Straits.
from appearances alone
From this reading Many who read the following account of our long land journey will not unnaturally ask: "What was the object of this stupendous voyage, or the reward to be gained by this apparently unnecessary risk of life and endurance of hardships?"
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Another reason is one with which I fancy most Englishmen will readily sympathise--viz., the feat had never before been performed, and my first attempt to accomplish it in 1896 (with New York as the starting-point) had failed half way on the Siberian shores of Bering Straits.
ascertainverbUS /ˌæsərˈteɪn/
establish after a calculation, investigation, experiment, survey, or study
From this reading I would reply that my primary purpose was to ascertain the feasibility of constructing a railway to connect the chief cities of France and America, Paris and New York.
make a request or demand for something to somebody
From this reading Many who read the following account of our long land journey will not unnaturally ask: "What was the object of this stupendous voyage, or the reward to be gained by this apparently unnecessary risk of life and endurance of hardships?"
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading The European Press was at the time of our departure largely interested in this question, which fact induced the proprietors of the _Daily Express_ of London, the _Journal_ of Paris, and the New York _World_ to contribute towards the expenses of the expedition.
earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something
From this reading Another reason is one with which I fancy most Englishmen will readily sympathise--viz., the feat had never before been performed, and my first attempt to accomplish it in 1896 (with New York as the starting-point) had failed half way on the Siberian shores of Bering Straits.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Many who read the following account of our long land journey will not unnaturally ask: "What was the object of this stupendous voyage, or the reward to be gained by this apparently unnecessary risk of life and endurance of hardships?"
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading Another reason is one with which I fancy most Englishmen will readily sympathise--viz., the feat had never before been performed, and my first attempt to accomplish it in 1896 (with New York as the starting-point) had failed half way on the Siberian shores of Bering Straits.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading Another reason is one with which I fancy most Englishmen will readily sympathise--viz., the feat had never before been performed, and my first attempt to accomplish it in 1896 (with New York as the starting-point) had failed half way on the Siberian shores of Bering Straits.
BeringnounUS /ˈberɪŋ/
Danish explorer who explored the northern Pacific Ocean for the Russians and discovered the Bering Strait (1681-1741)
From this reading Another reason is one with which I fancy most Englishmen will readily sympathise--viz., the feat had never before been performed, and my first attempt to accomplish it in 1896 (with New York as the starting-point) had failed half way on the Siberian shores of Bering Straits.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading BY HARRY DE WINDT F.R.G.S.
a person who is in charge
From this reading I would reply that my primary purpose was to ascertain the feasibility of constructing a railway to connect the chief cities of France and America, Paris and New York.
citiesnounUS /ˈsɪtiz/
plural of “city” — a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts
From this reading I would reply that my primary purpose was to ascertain the feasibility of constructing a railway to connect the chief cities of France and America, Paris and New York.
connectverbUS /kəˈnekt/
connect, fasten, or put together two or more pieces
From this reading I would reply that my primary purpose was to ascertain the feasibility of constructing a railway to connect the chief cities of France and America, Paris and New York.
constructingverbUS /kənˈstrʌktɪŋ/
-ing form of “construct” — make by combining materials and parts
From this reading I would reply that my primary purpose was to ascertain the feasibility of constructing a railway to connect the chief cities of France and America, Paris and New York.
contributeverbUS /kənˈtrɪbjuːt/
bestow a quality on
From this reading The European Press was at the time of our departure largely interested in this question, which fact induced the proprietors of the _Daily Express_ of London, the _Journal_ of Paris, and the New York _World_ to contribute towards the expenses of the expedition.
every day; without missing a day
From this reading The European Press was at the time of our departure largely interested in this question, which fact induced the proprietors of the _Daily Express_ of London, the _Journal_ of Paris, and the New York _World_ to contribute towards the expenses of the expedition.
a Mid-Atlantic state; one of the original 13 colonies
From this reading BY HARRY DE WINDT F.R.G.S.
the act of departing
From this reading The European Press was at the time of our departure largely interested in this question, which fact induced the proprietors of the _Daily Express_ of London, the _Journal_ of Paris, and the New York _World_ to contribute towards the expenses of the expedition.
endurancenounUS /ˈendərəns/
the power to withstand hardship or stress
From this reading Many who read the following account of our long land journey will not unnaturally ask: "What was the object of this stupendous voyage, or the reward to be gained by this apparently unnecessary risk of life and endurance of hardships?"
EnglishmennounUS /ˌeŋˈlɪʃmən/
plural of “englishman” — a man who is a native or inhabitant of England
From this reading Another reason is one with which I fancy most Englishmen will readily sympathise--viz., the feat had never before been performed, and my first attempt to accomplish it in 1896 (with New York as the starting-point) had failed half way on the Siberian shores of Bering Straits.
EuropeannounUS /ˌjʊrəˈpiːən/
a native or inhabitant of Europe
From this reading The European Press was at the time of our departure largely interested in this question, which fact induced the proprietors of the _Daily Express_ of London, the _Journal_ of Paris, and the New York _World_ to contribute towards the expenses of the expedition.
a military campaign designed to achieve a specific objective in a foreign country
From this reading The European Press was at the time of our departure largely interested in this question, which fact induced the proprietors of the _Daily Express_ of London, the _Journal_ of Paris, and the New York _World_ to contribute towards the expenses of the expedition.
expensesnounUS /ɪkˈspensəz/
plural of “expense” — amounts paid for goods and services that may be currently tax deductible (as opposed to capital expenditures)
From this reading The European Press was at the time of our departure largely interested in this question, which fact induced the proprietors of the _Daily Express_ of London, the _Journal_ of Paris, and the New York _World_ to contribute towards the expenses of the expedition.
give expression to
From this reading The European Press was at the time of our departure largely interested in this question, which fact induced the proprietors of the _Daily Express_ of London, the _Journal_ of Paris, and the New York _World_ to contribute towards the expenses of the expedition.
FnounUS /ef/
a degree on the Fahrenheit scale of temperature
From this reading BY HARRY DE WINDT F.R.G.S.
a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred
From this reading The European Press was at the time of our departure largely interested in this question, which fact induced the proprietors of the _Daily Express_ of London, the _Journal_ of Paris, and the New York _World_ to contribute towards the expenses of the expedition.
past form of “fail” — fail to do something; leave something undone
From this reading Another reason is one with which I fancy most Englishmen will readily sympathise--viz., the feat had never before been performed, and my first attempt to accomplish it in 1896 (with New York as the starting-point) had failed half way on the Siberian shores of Bering Straits.
something many people believe that is false
From this reading Another reason is one with which I fancy most Englishmen will readily sympathise--viz., the feat had never before been performed, and my first attempt to accomplish it in 1896 (with New York as the starting-point) had failed half way on the Siberian shores of Bering Straits.
feasibilitynounUS /ˌfiːzəˈbɪləti/
the quality of being doable
From this reading I would reply that my primary purpose was to ascertain the feasibility of constructing a railway to connect the chief cities of France and America, Paris and New York.
featnounUS /fiːt/
a notable achievement
From this reading Another reason is one with which I fancy most Englishmen will readily sympathise--viz., the feat had never before been performed, and my first attempt to accomplish it in 1896 (with New York as the starting-point) had failed half way on the Siberian shores of Bering Straits.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading Another reason is one with which I fancy most Englishmen will readily sympathise--viz., the feat had never before been performed, and my first attempt to accomplish it in 1896 (with New York as the starting-point) had failed half way on the Siberian shores of Bering Straits.
about to be mentioned or specified
From this reading Many who read the following account of our long land journey will not unnaturally ask: "What was the object of this stupendous voyage, or the reward to be gained by this apparently unnecessary risk of life and endurance of hardships?"
a republic in western Europe; the largest country wholly in Europe
From this reading I would reply that my primary purpose was to ascertain the feasibility of constructing a railway to connect the chief cities of France and America, Paris and New York.
a metric unit of weight equal to one thousandth of a kilogram
From this reading BY HARRY DE WINDT F.R.G.S.
past form of “gain” — obtain
From this reading Many who read the following account of our long land journey will not unnaturally ask: "What was the object of this stupendous voyage, or the reward to be gained by this apparently unnecessary risk of life and endurance of hardships?"
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Another reason is one with which I fancy most Englishmen will readily sympathise--viz., the feat had never before been performed, and my first attempt to accomplish it in 1896 (with New York as the starting-point) had failed half way on the Siberian shores of Bering Straits.
consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity
From this reading Another reason is one with which I fancy most Englishmen will readily sympathise--viz., the feat had never before been performed, and my first attempt to accomplish it in 1896 (with New York as the starting-point) had failed half way on the Siberian shores of Bering Straits.
hardshipsnounUS /ˈhɑːrdʃɪps/
plural of “hardship” — a state of misfortune or affliction
From this reading Many who read the following account of our long land journey will not unnaturally ask: "What was the object of this stupendous voyage, or the reward to be gained by this apparently unnecessary risk of life and endurance of hardships?"
annoy continually or chronically
From this reading BY HARRY DE WINDT F.R.G.S.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading I would reply that my primary purpose was to ascertain the feasibility of constructing a railway to connect the chief cities of France and America, Paris and New York.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading The European Press was at the time of our departure largely interested in this question, which fact induced the proprietors of the _Daily Express_ of London, the _Journal_ of Paris, and the New York _World_ to contribute towards the expenses of the expedition.
inducedadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈduːst/
brought about or caused; not spontaneous
From this reading The European Press was at the time of our departure largely interested in this question, which fact induced the proprietors of the _Daily Express_ of London, the _Journal_ of Paris, and the New York _World_ to contribute towards the expenses of the expedition.
having or showing interest; especially curiosity or fascination or concern
From this reading The European Press was at the time of our departure largely interested in this question, which fact induced the proprietors of the _Daily Express_ of London, the _Journal_ of Paris, and the New York _World_ to contribute towards the expenses of the expedition.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Another reason is one with which I fancy most Englishmen will readily sympathise--viz., the feat had never before been performed, and my first attempt to accomplish it in 1896 (with New York as the starting-point) had failed half way on the Siberian shores of Bering Straits.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Another reason is one with which I fancy most Englishmen will readily sympathise--viz., the feat had never before been performed, and my first attempt to accomplish it in 1896 (with New York as the starting-point) had failed half way on the Siberian shores of Bering Straits.
JournalnounUS /ˈdʒɜːrnəl/
a daily written record of (usually personal) experiences and observations
From this reading The European Press was at the time of our departure largely interested in this question, which fact induced the proprietors of the _Daily Express_ of London, the _Journal_ of Paris, and the New York _World_ to contribute towards the expenses of the expedition.
undertake a journey or trip
From this reading Many who read the following account of our long land journey will not unnaturally ask: "What was the object of this stupendous voyage, or the reward to be gained by this apparently unnecessary risk of life and endurance of hardships?"
the land on which real estate is located
From this reading Many who read the following account of our long land journey will not unnaturally ask: "What was the object of this stupendous voyage, or the reward to be gained by this apparently unnecessary risk of life and endurance of hardships?"
largelyadverbUS /ˈlɑːrdʒli/
in large part; mainly or chiefly
From this reading The European Press was at the time of our departure largely interested in this question, which fact induced the proprietors of the _Daily Express_ of London, the _Journal_ of Paris, and the New York _World_ to contribute towards the expenses of the expedition.
a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading Many who read the following account of our long land journey will not unnaturally ask: "What was the object of this stupendous voyage, or the reward to be gained by this apparently unnecessary risk of life and endurance of hardships?"
the capital and largest city of England; located on the Thames in southeastern England; financial and industrial and cultural center
From this reading The European Press was at the time of our departure largely interested in this question, which fact induced the proprietors of the _Daily Express_ of London, the _Journal_ of Paris, and the New York _World_ to contribute towards the expenses of the expedition.
primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified
From this reading Many who read the following account of our long land journey will not unnaturally ask: "What was the object of this stupendous voyage, or the reward to be gained by this apparently unnecessary risk of life and endurance of hardships?"
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 Many who read the following account of our long land journey will not unnaturally ask: "What was the object of this stupendous voyage, or the reward to be gained by this apparently unnecessary risk of life and endurance of hardships?"
used to form the superlative
From this reading Another reason is one with which I fancy most Englishmen will readily sympathise--viz., the feat had never before been performed, and my first attempt to accomplish it in 1896 (with New York as the starting-point) had failed half way on the Siberian shores of Bering Straits.
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading I would reply that my primary purpose was to ascertain the feasibility of constructing a railway to connect the chief cities of France and America, Paris and New York.
not ever; at no time in the past or future
From this reading Another reason is one with which I fancy most Englishmen will readily sympathise--viz., the feat had never before been performed, and my first attempt to accomplish it in 1896 (with New York as the starting-point) had failed half way on the Siberian shores of Bering Straits.
not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered
From this reading I would reply that my primary purpose was to ascertain the feasibility of constructing a railway to connect the chief cities of France and America, Paris and New York.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Many who read the following account of our long land journey will not unnaturally ask: "What was the object of this stupendous voyage, or the reward to be gained by this apparently unnecessary risk of life and endurance of hardships?"
a tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow
From this reading Many who read the following account of our long land journey will not unnaturally ask: "What was the object of this stupendous voyage, or the reward to be gained by this apparently unnecessary risk of life and endurance of hardships?"
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Many who read the following account of our long land journey will not unnaturally ask: "What was the object of this stupendous voyage, or the reward to be gained by this apparently unnecessary risk of life and endurance of hardships?"
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Another reason is one with which I fancy most Englishmen will readily sympathise--viz., the feat had never before been performed, and my first attempt to accomplish it in 1896 (with New York as the starting-point) had failed half way on the Siberian shores of Bering Straits.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading Another reason is one with which I fancy most Englishmen will readily sympathise--viz., the feat had never before been performed, and my first attempt to accomplish it in 1896 (with New York as the starting-point) had failed half way on the Siberian shores of Bering Straits.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading Many who read the following account of our long land journey will not unnaturally ask: "What was the object of this stupendous voyage, or the reward to be gained by this apparently unnecessary risk of life and endurance of hardships?"
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading Many who read the following account of our long land journey will not unnaturally ask: "What was the object of this stupendous voyage, or the reward to be gained by this apparently unnecessary risk of life and endurance of hardships?"
the capital and largest city of France; and international center of culture and commerce
From this reading I would reply that my primary purpose was to ascertain the feasibility of constructing a railway to connect the chief cities of France and America, Paris and New York.
performedverbUS /pərˈfɔːrmd/
past form of “perform” — carry out or perform an action
From this reading Another reason is one with which I fancy most Englishmen will readily sympathise--viz., the feat had never before been performed, and my first attempt to accomplish it in 1896 (with New York as the starting-point) had failed half way on the Siberian shores of Bering Straits.
exert pressure or force to or upon
From this reading The European Press was at the time of our departure largely interested in this question, which fact induced the proprietors of the _Daily Express_ of London, the _Journal_ of Paris, and the New York _World_ to contribute towards the expenses of the expedition.
primaryadjectiveUS /ˈpraɪmeri/
of first rank or importance or value; direct and immediate rather than secondary
From this reading I would reply that my primary purpose was to ascertain the feasibility of constructing a railway to connect the chief cities of France and America, Paris and New York.
proprietorsnounUS /prəˈpraɪətərz/
plural of “proprietor” — (law) someone who owns (is legal possessor of) a business
From this reading The European Press was at the time of our departure largely interested in this question, which fact induced the proprietors of the _Daily Express_ of London, the _Journal_ of Paris, and the New York _World_ to contribute towards the expenses of the expedition.
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
From this reading I would reply that my primary purpose was to ascertain the feasibility of constructing a railway to connect the chief cities of France and America, Paris and New York.
challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of
From this reading The European Press was at the time of our departure largely interested in this question, which fact induced the proprietors of the _Daily Express_ of London, the _Journal_ of Paris, and the New York _World_ to contribute towards the expenses of the expedition.
RnounUS /ɑːr/
a unit of radiation exposure; the dose of ionizing radiation that will produce 1 electrostatic unit of electricity in 1 cc of dry air
From this reading BY HARRY DE WINDT F.R.G.S.
railwaynounUS /ˈreɪlweɪ/
line that is the commercial organization responsible for operating a system of transportation for trains that pull passengers or freight
From this reading I would reply that my primary purpose was to ascertain the feasibility of constructing a railway to connect the chief cities of France and America, Paris and New York.
interpret something that is written or printed
From this reading Many who read the following account of our long land journey will not unnaturally ask: "What was the object of this stupendous voyage, or the reward to be gained by this apparently unnecessary risk of life and endurance of hardships?"
without much difficulty
From this reading Another reason is one with which I fancy most Englishmen will readily sympathise--viz., the feat had never before been performed, and my first attempt to accomplish it in 1896 (with New York as the starting-point) had failed half way on the Siberian shores of Bering Straits.
a rational motive for a belief or action
From this reading Another reason is one with which I fancy most Englishmen will readily sympathise--viz., the feat had never before been performed, and my first attempt to accomplish it in 1896 (with New York as the starting-point) had failed half way on the Siberian shores of Bering Straits.
a statement (either spoken or written) that is made to reply to a question or request or criticism or accusation
From this reading I would reply that my primary purpose was to ascertain the feasibility of constructing a railway to connect the chief cities of France and America, Paris and New York.
a recompense for worthy acts or retribution for wrongdoing
From this reading Many who read the following account of our long land journey will not unnaturally ask: "What was the object of this stupendous voyage, or the reward to be gained by this apparently unnecessary risk of life and endurance of hardships?"
a source of danger; a possibility of incurring loss or misfortune
From this reading Many who read the following account of our long land journey will not unnaturally ask: "What was the object of this stupendous voyage, or the reward to be gained by this apparently unnecessary risk of life and endurance of hardships?"
1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites
From this reading BY HARRY DE WINDT F.R.G.S.
shoresnounUS /ʃɔːrz/
plural of “shore” — the land along the edge of a body of water
From this reading Another reason is one with which I fancy most Englishmen will readily sympathise--viz., the feat had never before been performed, and my first attempt to accomplish it in 1896 (with New York as the starting-point) had failed half way on the Siberian shores of Bering Straits.
SiberiannounUS /saɪˈbɪriən/
a native or inhabitant of Siberia
From this reading Another reason is one with which I fancy most Englishmen will readily sympathise--viz., the feat had never before been performed, and my first attempt to accomplish it in 1896 (with New York as the starting-point) had failed half way on the Siberian shores of Bering Straits.
starting-point
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From this reading Another reason is one with which I fancy most Englishmen will readily sympathise--viz., the feat had never before been performed, and my first attempt to accomplish it in 1896 (with New York as the starting-point) had failed half way on the Siberian shores of Bering Straits.
StraitsnounUS /streɪts/
a bad or difficult situation or state of affairs
From this reading Another reason is one with which I fancy most Englishmen will readily sympathise--viz., the feat had never before been performed, and my first attempt to accomplish it in 1896 (with New York as the starting-point) had failed half way on the Siberian shores of Bering Straits.
stupendousadjectiveUS /stuːˈpendəs/
so great in size or force or extent as to elicit awe
From this reading Many who read the following account of our long land journey will not unnaturally ask: "What was the object of this stupendous voyage, or the reward to be gained by this apparently unnecessary risk of life and endurance of hardships?"
sympathiseverb
share the feelings of; understand the sentiments of
From this reading Another reason is one with which I fancy most Englishmen will readily sympathise--viz., the feat had never before been performed, and my first attempt to accomplish it in 1896 (with New York as the starting-point) had failed half way on the Siberian shores of Bering Straits.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading I would reply that my primary purpose was to ascertain the feasibility of constructing a railway to connect the chief cities of France and America, Paris and New York.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Many who read the following account of our long land journey will not unnaturally ask: "What was the object of this stupendous voyage, or the reward to be gained by this apparently unnecessary risk of life and endurance of hardships?"
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading Many who read the following account of our long land journey will not unnaturally ask: "What was the object of this stupendous voyage, or the reward to be gained by this apparently unnecessary risk of life and endurance of hardships?"
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading The European Press was at the time of our departure largely interested in this question, which fact induced the proprietors of the _Daily Express_ of London, the _Journal_ of Paris, and the New York _World_ to contribute towards the expenses of the expedition.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Many who read the following account of our long land journey will not unnaturally ask: "What was the object of this stupendous voyage, or the reward to be gained by this apparently unnecessary risk of life and endurance of hardships?"
in the direction of
From this reading The European Press was at the time of our departure largely interested in this question, which fact induced the proprietors of the _Daily Express_ of London, the _Journal_ of Paris, and the New York _World_ to contribute towards the expenses of the expedition.
unnaturallyadverbUS /ənˈnætʃərəli/
in an unnatural way
From this reading Many who read the following account of our long land journey will not unnaturally ask: "What was the object of this stupendous voyage, or the reward to be gained by this apparently unnecessary risk of life and endurance of hardships?"
unnecessaryadjectiveUS /ənˈnesəseri/
not necessary
From this reading Many who read the following account of our long land journey will not unnaturally ask: "What was the object of this stupendous voyage, or the reward to be gained by this apparently unnecessary risk of life and endurance of hardships?"
viz
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From this reading Another reason is one with which I fancy most Englishmen will readily sympathise--viz., the feat had never before been performed, and my first attempt to accomplish it in 1896 (with New York as the starting-point) had failed half way on the Siberian shores of Bering Straits.
an act of traveling by water
From this reading Many who read the following account of our long land journey will not unnaturally ask: "What was the object of this stupendous voyage, or the reward to be gained by this apparently unnecessary risk of life and endurance of hardships?"
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Many who read the following account of our long land journey will not unnaturally ask: "What was the object of this stupendous voyage, or the reward to be gained by this apparently unnecessary risk of life and endurance of hardships?"
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading Another reason is one with which I fancy most Englishmen will readily sympathise--viz., the feat had never before been performed, and my first attempt to accomplish it in 1896 (with New York as the starting-point) had failed half way on the Siberian shores of Bering Straits.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading Many who read the following account of our long land journey will not unnaturally ask: "What was the object of this stupendous voyage, or the reward to be gained by this apparently unnecessary risk of life and endurance of hardships?"
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading The European Press was at the time of our departure largely interested in this question, which fact induced the proprietors of the _Daily Express_ of London, the _Journal_ of Paris, and the New York _World_ to contribute towards the expenses of the expedition.
which person or people
From this reading Many who read the following account of our long land journey will not unnaturally ask: "What was the object of this stupendous voyage, or the reward to be gained by this apparently unnecessary risk of life and endurance of hardships?"
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading Many who read the following account of our long land journey will not unnaturally ask: "What was the object of this stupendous voyage, or the reward to be gained by this apparently unnecessary risk of life and endurance of hardships?"
WINDT
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From this reading BY HARRY DE WINDT F.R.G.S.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Another reason is one with which I fancy most Englishmen will readily sympathise--viz., the feat had never before been performed, and my first attempt to accomplish it in 1896 (with New York as the starting-point) had failed half way on the Siberian shores of Bering Straits.
everything that exists anywhere
From this reading The European Press was at the time of our departure largely interested in this question, which fact induced the proprietors of the _Daily Express_ of London, the _Journal_ of Paris, and the New York _World_ to contribute towards the expenses of the expedition.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading I would reply that my primary purpose was to ascertain the feasibility of constructing a railway to connect the chief cities of France and America, Paris and New York.
the English royal house (a branch of the Plantagenet line) that reigned from 1461 to 1485; its emblem was a white rose
From this reading I would reply that my primary purpose was to ascertain the feasibility of constructing a railway to connect the chief cities of France and America, Paris and New York.
