used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading A TERRIBLE RIDE.
perform an action, or work out or perform (an action)
From this reading Their first act showed the true character of these brave men.
(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class
From this reading "Let us thank God for our deliverance," said Guy solemnly, and kneeling on the wet sand--an example that was followed by all--he offered a simple and fervent prayer.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading "Let us thank God for our deliverance," said Guy solemnly, and kneeling on the wet sand--an example that was followed by all--he offered a simple and fervent prayer.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading "Let us thank God for our deliverance," said Guy solemnly, and kneeling on the wet sand--an example that was followed by all--he offered a simple and fervent prayer.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading "We will put the raft together," said Guy, "and then have something to eat before we start."
possessing or displaying courage; able to face and deal with danger or fear without flinching
From this reading Their first act showed the true character of these brave men.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading "Let us thank God for our deliverance," said Guy solemnly, and kneeling on the wet sand--an example that was followed by all--he offered a simple and fervent prayer.
an imaginary person represented in a work of fiction (play or film or story)
From this reading Their first act showed the true character of these brave men.
deliverancenounUS /dɪˈlɪvərəns/
recovery or preservation from loss or danger
From this reading "Let us thank God for our deliverance," said Guy solemnly, and kneeling on the wet sand--an example that was followed by all--he offered a simple and fervent prayer.
lacking in light; not bright or harsh
From this reading Renewed hope was visible on their faces when they rose to their feet in the dim light of the torch.
take in solid food
From this reading "We will put the raft together," said Guy, "and then have something to eat before we start."
an item of information that is typical of a class or group
From this reading "Let us thank God for our deliverance," said Guy solemnly, and kneeling on the wet sand--an example that was followed by all--he offered a simple and fervent prayer.
plural of “face” — the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear
From this reading Renewed hope was visible on their faces when they rose to their feet in the dim light of the torch.
plural of “foot” — the part of the leg of a human being below the ankle joint
From this reading Renewed hope was visible on their faces when they rose to their feet in the dim light of the torch.
ferventadjectiveUS /ˈfɜːrvənt/
characterized by intense emotion
From this reading "Let us thank God for our deliverance," said Guy solemnly, and kneeling on the wet sand--an example that was followed by all--he offered a simple and fervent prayer.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading Their first act showed the true character of these brave men.
past form of “follow” — to travel behind, go after, come after
From this reading "Let us thank God for our deliverance," said Guy solemnly, and kneeling on the wet sand--an example that was followed by all--he offered a simple and fervent prayer.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading "Let us thank God for our deliverance," said Guy solemnly, and kneeling on the wet sand--an example that was followed by all--he offered a simple and fervent prayer.
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 "Let us thank God for our deliverance," said Guy solemnly, and kneeling on the wet sand--an example that was followed by all--he offered a simple and fervent prayer.
GuynounUS /ɡaɪ/
an informal term for a youth or man
From this reading "Let us thank God for our deliverance," said Guy solemnly, and kneeling on the wet sand--an example that was followed by all--he offered a simple and fervent prayer.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading "We will put the raft together," said Guy, "and then have something to eat before we start."
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading "Let us thank God for our deliverance," said Guy solemnly, and kneeling on the wet sand--an example that was followed by all--he offered a simple and fervent prayer.
a specific instance of feeling hopeful
From this reading Renewed hope was visible on their faces when they rose to their feet in the dim light of the torch.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Renewed hope was visible on their faces when they rose to their feet in the dim light of the torch.
kneelingnounUS /ˈniːlɪŋ/
supporting yourself on your knees
From this reading "Let us thank God for our deliverance," said Guy solemnly, and kneeling on the wet sand--an example that was followed by all--he offered a simple and fervent prayer.
Letauxiliary verbUS /let/
used to make a suggestion or a command including the speaker
From this reading "Let us thank God for our deliverance," said Guy solemnly, and kneeling on the wet sand--an example that was followed by all--he offered a simple and fervent prayer.
of comparatively little physical weight or density
From this reading Renewed hope was visible on their faces when they rose to their feet in the dim light of the torch.
the force of workers available
From this reading Their first act showed the true character of these brave men.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Their first act showed the true character of these brave men.
past form of “offer” — make available or accessible, provide or furnish
From this reading "Let us thank God for our deliverance," said Guy solemnly, and kneeling on the wet sand--an example that was followed by all--he offered a simple and fervent prayer.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading "Let us thank God for our deliverance," said Guy solemnly, and kneeling on the wet sand--an example that was followed by all--he offered a simple and fervent prayer.
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading "Let us thank God for our deliverance," said Guy solemnly, and kneeling on the wet sand--an example that was followed by all--he offered a simple and fervent prayer.
the act of communicating with a deity (especially as a petition or in adoration or contrition or thanksgiving)
From this reading "Let us thank God for our deliverance," said Guy solemnly, and kneeling on the wet sand--an example that was followed by all--he offered a simple and fervent prayer.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading "We will put the raft together," said Guy, "and then have something to eat before we start."
raftnounUS /ræft/
a flat float (usually made of logs or planks) that can be used for transport or as a platform for swimmers
From this reading "We will put the raft together," said Guy, "and then have something to eat before we start."
RenewedadjectiveUS /rɪˈnuːd/
restored to a new condition
From this reading Renewed hope was visible on their faces when they rose to their feet in the dim light of the torch.
sit and travel on the back of animal, usually while controlling its motions
From this reading A TERRIBLE RIDE.
any of many shrubs of the genus Rosa that bear roses
From this reading Renewed hope was visible on their faces when they rose to their feet in the dim light of the torch.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading "Let us thank God for our deliverance," said Guy solemnly, and kneeling on the wet sand--an example that was followed by all--he offered a simple and fervent prayer.
a loose material consisting of grains of rock or coral
From this reading "Let us thank God for our deliverance," said Guy solemnly, and kneeling on the wet sand--an example that was followed by all--he offered a simple and fervent prayer.
past form of “show” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading Their first act showed the true character of these brave men.
having few parts; not complex or complicated or involved
From this reading "Let us thank God for our deliverance," said Guy solemnly, and kneeling on the wet sand--an example that was followed by all--he offered a simple and fervent prayer.
solemnlyadverbUS /ˈsɔːləmli/
in a grave and sedate manner
From this reading "Let us thank God for our deliverance," said Guy solemnly, and kneeling on the wet sand--an example that was followed by all--he offered a simple and fervent prayer.
a thing, without saying which
From this reading "We will put the raft together," said Guy, "and then have something to eat before we start."
take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading "We will put the raft together," said Guy, "and then have something to eat before we start."
causing fear or dread or terror
From this reading A TERRIBLE RIDE.
express gratitude or show appreciation to
From this reading "Let us thank God for our deliverance," said Guy solemnly, and kneeling on the wet sand--an example that was followed by all--he offered a simple and fervent prayer.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading "Let us thank God for our deliverance," said Guy solemnly, and kneeling on the wet sand--an example that was followed by all--he offered a simple and fervent prayer.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Their first act showed the true character of these brave men.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading Their first act showed the true character of these brave men.
subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)
From this reading "We will put the raft together," said Guy, "and then have something to eat before we start."
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading Their first act showed the true character of these brave men.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Renewed hope was visible on their faces when they rose to their feet in the dim light of the torch.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Renewed hope was visible on their faces when they rose to their feet in the dim light of the torch.
in contact with each other or in proximity
From this reading "We will put the raft together," said Guy, "and then have something to eat before we start."
torchnounUS /tɔːrtʃ/
a light usually carried in the hand; consists of some flammable substance
From this reading Renewed hope was visible on their faces when they rose to their feet in the dim light of the torch.
consistent with fact or reality; not false
From this reading Their first act showed the true character of these brave men.
the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading "Let us thank God for our deliverance," said Guy solemnly, and kneeling on the wet sand--an example that was followed by all--he offered a simple and fervent prayer.
capable of being seen; or open to easy view
From this reading Renewed hope was visible on their faces when they rose to their feet in the dim light of the torch.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading "Let us thank God for our deliverance," said Guy solemnly, and kneeling on the wet sand--an example that was followed by all--he offered a simple and fervent prayer.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading "We will put the raft together," said Guy, "and then have something to eat before we start."
covered or soaked with a liquid such as water
From this reading "Let us thank God for our deliverance," said Guy solemnly, and kneeling on the wet sand--an example that was followed by all--he offered a simple and fervent prayer.
at the time that
From this reading Renewed hope was visible on their faces when they rose to their feet in the dim light of the torch.
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading "We will put the raft together," said Guy, "and then have something to eat before we start."
