aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading There was something about the affair he didn't like.
a vaguely specified concern
From this reading There was something about the affair he didn't like.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading _Death Rides the Star Devil_ Usually, when pursuing an enemy, Hawk Carse was impassive and grim, apparently emotionless, icy.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading _Death Rides the Star Devil_ Usually, when pursuing an enemy, Hawk Carse was impassive and grim, apparently emotionless, icy.
separated or at a distance in place or position or time
From this reading He fidgeted around, glancing occasionally at the visi-screen to make sure his quarry was not changing course, now watching Friday juggle through the skin of atmosphere into outer space, and now standing apart, silent and solitary, brooding.
from appearances alone
From this reading _Death Rides the Star Devil_ Usually, when pursuing an enemy, Hawk Carse was impassive and grim, apparently emotionless, icy.
surrounding, or on every side of, something
From this reading He fidgeted around, glancing occasionally at the visi-screen to make sure his quarry was not changing course, now watching Friday juggle through the skin of atmosphere into outer space, and now standing apart, silent and solitary, brooding.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading He fidgeted around, glancing occasionally at the visi-screen to make sure his quarry was not changing course, now watching Friday juggle through the skin of atmosphere into outer space, and now standing apart, silent and solitary, brooding.
a particular environment or surrounding influence
From this reading He fidgeted around, glancing occasionally at the visi-screen to make sure his quarry was not changing course, now watching Friday juggle through the skin of atmosphere into outer space, and now standing apart, silent and solitary, brooding.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Something that was deeply hidden, that could not be grasped clearly; that might, on the other hand, be pure imagination.
broodingnounUS /ˈbruːdɪŋ/
sitting on eggs so as to hatch them by the warmth of the body
From this reading He fidgeted around, glancing occasionally at the visi-screen to make sure his quarry was not changing course, now watching Friday juggle through the skin of atmosphere into outer space, and now standing apart, silent and solitary, brooding.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading But now he seemed somehow disturbed.
Carse
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From this reading _Death Rides the Star Devil_ Usually, when pursuing an enemy, Hawk Carse was impassive and grim, apparently emotionless, icy.
changingadjectiveUS /ˈtʃeɪndʒɪŋ/
marked by continuous change or effective action
From this reading He fidgeted around, glancing occasionally at the visi-screen to make sure his quarry was not changing course, now watching Friday juggle through the skin of atmosphere into outer space, and now standing apart, silent and solitary, brooding.
without doubt or question
From this reading Something that was deeply hidden, that could not be grasped clearly; that might, on the other hand, be pure imagination.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading Something that was deeply hidden, that could not be grasped clearly; that might, on the other hand, be pure imagination.
education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings
From this reading He fidgeted around, glancing occasionally at the visi-screen to make sure his quarry was not changing course, now watching Friday juggle through the skin of atmosphere into outer space, and now standing apart, silent and solitary, brooding.
the event of dying or departure from life
From this reading _Death Rides the Star Devil_ Usually, when pursuing an enemy, Hawk Carse was impassive and grim, apparently emotionless, icy.
to a great depth psychologically or emotionally
From this reading Something that was deeply hidden, that could not be grasped clearly; that might, on the other hand, be pure imagination.
(Judeo-Christian and Islamic religions) chief spirit of evil and adversary of God; tempter of mankind; master of Hell
From this reading _Death Rides the Star Devil_ Usually, when pursuing an enemy, Hawk Carse was impassive and grim, apparently emotionless, icy.
didn't
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From this reading There was something about the affair he didn't like.
having the place or position changed
From this reading But now he seemed somehow disturbed.
emotionlessadjective
unmoved by feeling
From this reading _Death Rides the Star Devil_ Usually, when pursuing an enemy, Hawk Carse was impassive and grim, apparently emotionless, icy.
an opposing military force
From this reading _Death Rides the Star Devil_ Usually, when pursuing an enemy, Hawk Carse was impassive and grim, apparently emotionless, icy.
fidgeted
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From this reading He fidgeted around, glancing occasionally at the visi-screen to make sure his quarry was not changing course, now watching Friday juggle through the skin of atmosphere into outer space, and now standing apart, silent and solitary, brooding.
FridaynounUS /ˈfraɪdi/
the sixth day of the week; the fifth working day
From this reading He fidgeted around, glancing occasionally at the visi-screen to make sure his quarry was not changing course, now watching Friday juggle through the skin of atmosphere into outer space, and now standing apart, silent and solitary, brooding.
-ing form of “glance” — throw a glance at; take a brief look at
From this reading He fidgeted around, glancing occasionally at the visi-screen to make sure his quarry was not changing course, now watching Friday juggle through the skin of atmosphere into outer space, and now standing apart, silent and solitary, brooding.
graspedverbUS /ɡræspt/
past form of “grasp” — hold firmly
From this reading Something that was deeply hidden, that could not be grasped clearly; that might, on the other hand, be pure imagination.
not to be placated or appeased or moved by entreaty
From this reading _Death Rides the Star Devil_ Usually, when pursuing an enemy, Hawk Carse was impassive and grim, apparently emotionless, icy.
the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb
From this reading Something that was deeply hidden, that could not be grasped clearly; that might, on the other hand, be pure imagination.
HawknounUS /hɔːk/
diurnal bird of prey typically having short rounded wings and a long tail
From this reading _Death Rides the Star Devil_ Usually, when pursuing an enemy, Hawk Carse was impassive and grim, apparently emotionless, icy.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading But now he seemed somehow disturbed.
not accessible to view
From this reading Something that was deeply hidden, that could not be grasped clearly; that might, on the other hand, be pure imagination.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading He fidgeted around, glancing occasionally at the visi-screen to make sure his quarry was not changing course, now watching Friday juggle through the skin of atmosphere into outer space, and now standing apart, silent and solitary, brooding.
icyadjectiveUS /ˈaɪsi/
devoid of warmth and cordiality; expressive of unfriendliness or disdain
From this reading _Death Rides the Star Devil_ Usually, when pursuing an enemy, Hawk Carse was impassive and grim, apparently emotionless, icy.
the formation of a mental image of something that is not perceived as real and is not present to the senses
From this reading Something that was deeply hidden, that could not be grasped clearly; that might, on the other hand, be pure imagination.
impassiveadjectiveUS /ˌɪmˈpæsɪv/
having or revealing little emotion or sensibility; not easily aroused or excited
From this reading _Death Rides the Star Devil_ Usually, when pursuing an enemy, Hawk Carse was impassive and grim, apparently emotionless, icy.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading He fidgeted around, glancing occasionally at the visi-screen to make sure his quarry was not changing course, now watching Friday juggle through the skin of atmosphere into outer space, and now standing apart, silent and solitary, brooding.
juggleverbUS /ˈdʒʌɡəl/
influence by slyness
From this reading He fidgeted around, glancing occasionally at the visi-screen to make sure his quarry was not changing course, now watching Friday juggle through the skin of atmosphere into outer space, and now standing apart, silent and solitary, brooding.
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading There was something about the affair he didn't like.
engage in
From this reading He fidgeted around, glancing occasionally at the visi-screen to make sure his quarry was not changing course, now watching Friday juggle through the skin of atmosphere into outer space, and now standing apart, silent and solitary, brooding.
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading Something that was deeply hidden, that could not be grasped clearly; that might, on the other hand, be pure imagination.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading He fidgeted around, glancing occasionally at the visi-screen to make sure his quarry was not changing course, now watching Friday juggle through the skin of atmosphere into outer space, and now standing apart, silent and solitary, brooding.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading But now he seemed somehow disturbed.
sporadically and infrequently
From this reading He fidgeted around, glancing occasionally at the visi-screen to make sure his quarry was not changing course, now watching Friday juggle through the skin of atmosphere into outer space, and now standing apart, silent and solitary, brooding.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading He fidgeted around, glancing occasionally at the visi-screen to make sure his quarry was not changing course, now watching Friday juggle through the skin of atmosphere into outer space, and now standing apart, silent and solitary, brooding.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Something that was deeply hidden, that could not be grasped clearly; that might, on the other hand, be pure imagination.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading Something that was deeply hidden, that could not be grasped clearly; that might, on the other hand, be pure imagination.
outeradjectiveUS /ˈaʊtər/
being on the outside or further from a center
From this reading He fidgeted around, glancing occasionally at the visi-screen to make sure his quarry was not changing course, now watching Friday juggle through the skin of atmosphere into outer space, and now standing apart, silent and solitary, brooding.
free of extraneous elements of any kind
From this reading Something that was deeply hidden, that could not be grasped clearly; that might, on the other hand, be pure imagination.
pursuingadjectiveUS /pərˈsuːɪŋ/
following in order to overtake or capture or as accompaniment to such pursuit
From this reading _Death Rides the Star Devil_ Usually, when pursuing an enemy, Hawk Carse was impassive and grim, apparently emotionless, icy.
quarrynounUS /ˈkwɔːri/
a person who is the aim of an attack (especially a victim of ridicule or exploitation) by some hostile person or influence
From this reading He fidgeted around, glancing occasionally at the visi-screen to make sure his quarry was not changing course, now watching Friday juggle through the skin of atmosphere into outer space, and now standing apart, silent and solitary, brooding.
RidesnounUS /raɪdz/
plural of “ride” — a journey in a vehicle (usually an automobile)
From this reading _Death Rides the Star Devil_ Usually, when pursuing an enemy, Hawk Carse was impassive and grim, apparently emotionless, icy.
past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading But now he seemed somehow disturbed.
marked by absence of sound
From this reading He fidgeted around, glancing occasionally at the visi-screen to make sure his quarry was not changing course, now watching Friday juggle through the skin of atmosphere into outer space, and now standing apart, silent and solitary, brooding.
a natural protective body covering and site of the sense of touch
From this reading He fidgeted around, glancing occasionally at the visi-screen to make sure his quarry was not changing course, now watching Friday juggle through the skin of atmosphere into outer space, and now standing apart, silent and solitary, brooding.
characterized by or preferring solitude
From this reading He fidgeted around, glancing occasionally at the visi-screen to make sure his quarry was not changing course, now watching Friday juggle through the skin of atmosphere into outer space, and now standing apart, silent and solitary, brooding.
in some unspecified way or manner; or by some unspecified means
From this reading But now he seemed somehow disturbed.
a thing, without saying which
From this reading There was something about the affair he didn't like.
the unlimited expanse in which everything is located
From this reading He fidgeted around, glancing occasionally at the visi-screen to make sure his quarry was not changing course, now watching Friday juggle through the skin of atmosphere into outer space, and now standing apart, silent and solitary, brooding.
having a supporting base
From this reading He fidgeted around, glancing occasionally at the visi-screen to make sure his quarry was not changing course, now watching Friday juggle through the skin of atmosphere into outer space, and now standing apart, silent and solitary, brooding.
(astronomy) a celestial body of hot gases that radiates energy derived from thermonuclear reactions in the interior
From this reading _Death Rides the Star Devil_ Usually, when pursuing an enemy, Hawk Carse was impassive and grim, apparently emotionless, icy.
having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured
From this reading He fidgeted around, glancing occasionally at the visi-screen to make sure his quarry was not changing course, now watching Friday juggle through the skin of atmosphere into outer space, and now standing apart, silent and solitary, brooding.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Something that was deeply hidden, that could not be grasped clearly; that might, on the other hand, be pure imagination.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading _Death Rides the Star Devil_ Usually, when pursuing an enemy, Hawk Carse was impassive and grim, apparently emotionless, icy.
in or at that place or location
From this reading There was something about the affair he didn't like.
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading He fidgeted around, glancing occasionally at the visi-screen to make sure his quarry was not changing course, now watching Friday juggle through the skin of atmosphere into outer space, and now standing apart, silent and solitary, brooding.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading He fidgeted around, glancing occasionally at the visi-screen to make sure his quarry was not changing course, now watching Friday juggle through the skin of atmosphere into outer space, and now standing apart, silent and solitary, brooding.
under normal conditions
From this reading _Death Rides the Star Devil_ Usually, when pursuing an enemy, Hawk Carse was impassive and grim, apparently emotionless, icy.
visi-screen
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From this reading He fidgeted around, glancing occasionally at the visi-screen to make sure his quarry was not changing course, now watching Friday juggle through the skin of atmosphere into outer space, and now standing apart, silent and solitary, brooding.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading _Death Rides the Star Devil_ Usually, when pursuing an enemy, Hawk Carse was impassive and grim, apparently emotionless, icy.
the act of observing; taking a patient look
From this reading He fidgeted around, glancing occasionally at the visi-screen to make sure his quarry was not changing course, now watching Friday juggle through the skin of atmosphere into outer space, and now standing apart, silent and solitary, brooding.
at the time that
From this reading _Death Rides the Star Devil_ Usually, when pursuing an enemy, Hawk Carse was impassive and grim, apparently emotionless, icy.
