Chapter VI · Chapter 6

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

From this reading THE THREAT OF SWORDS Stepping from the glare of those gleaming parlor lights into the gloom of that narrow passage, blinded me for the instant, yet a moment later, I became aware of the distant glimmer of a candle, the faint reflection revealing the girl's face.

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

From this reading "Please do not talk; do not ask anything--yet," she urged hurriedly, noiselessly closing the door at my back, and as instantly gripping my sleeve.

any thing at all

From this reading "Please do not talk; do not ask anything--yet," she urged hurriedly, noiselessly closing the door at my back, and as instantly gripping my sleeve.

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

From this reading "Please do not talk; do not ask anything--yet," she urged hurriedly, noiselessly closing the door at my back, and as instantly gripping my sleeve.

make a request or demand for something to somebody

From this reading "Please do not talk; do not ask anything--yet," she urged hurriedly, noiselessly closing the door at my back, and as instantly gripping my sleeve.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading "Please do not talk; do not ask anything--yet," she urged hurriedly, noiselessly closing the door at my back, and as instantly gripping my sleeve.

(sometimes followed by “of”) having or showing knowledge or understanding or realization or perception

From this reading THE THREAT OF SWORDS Stepping from the glare of those gleaming parlor lights into the gloom of that narrow passage, blinded me for the instant, yet a moment later, I became aware of the distant glimmer of a candle, the faint reflection revealing the girl's face.

in or to or toward a former location

From this reading "Please do not talk; do not ask anything--yet," she urged hurriedly, noiselessly closing the door at my back, and as instantly gripping my sleeve.

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

From this reading I followed her guidance, bewildered, yet having every confidence the reason for this mysterious occurrence must be fully justified.

inflected form of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition

From this reading THE THREAT OF SWORDS Stepping from the glare of those gleaming parlor lights into the gloom of that narrow passage, blinded me for the instant, yet a moment later, I became aware of the distant glimmer of a candle, the faint reflection revealing the girl's face.

perplexed by many conflicting situations or statements; filled with bewilderment

From this reading I followed her guidance, bewildered, yet having every confidence the reason for this mysterious occurrence must be fully justified.

on the far side of; further than

From this reading "Come with me, beyond the light yonder."

deprived of sight

From this reading THE THREAT OF SWORDS Stepping from the glare of those gleaming parlor lights into the gloom of that narrow passage, blinded me for the instant, yet a moment later, I became aware of the distant glimmer of a candle, the faint reflection revealing the girl's face.

the process of taking in and expelling air during breathing

From this reading Her breath came quickly; her voice trembled from suppressed excitement.

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

From this reading Her breath came quickly; her voice trembled from suppressed excitement.

stick of wax with a wick in the middle

From this reading THE THREAT OF SWORDS Stepping from the glare of those gleaming parlor lights into the gloom of that narrow passage, blinded me for the instant, yet a moment later, I became aware of the distant glimmer of a candle, the faint reflection revealing the girl's face.

the act of closing something

From this reading "Please do not talk; do not ask anything--yet," she urged hurriedly, noiselessly closing the door at my back, and as instantly gripping my sleeve.

move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading "Come with me, beyond the light yonder."

freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities

From this reading I followed her guidance, bewildered, yet having every confidence the reason for this mysterious occurrence must be fully justified.

separated in space or coming from or going to a distance

From this reading THE THREAT OF SWORDS Stepping from the glare of those gleaming parlor lights into the gloom of that narrow passage, blinded me for the instant, yet a moment later, I became aware of the distant glimmer of a candle, the faint reflection revealing the girl's face.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading "Please do not talk; do not ask anything--yet," she urged hurriedly, noiselessly closing the door at my back, and as instantly gripping my sleeve.

a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle

From this reading "Please do not talk; do not ask anything--yet," she urged hurriedly, noiselessly closing the door at my back, and as instantly gripping my sleeve.

all the members of a group, with none left out

From this reading I followed her guidance, bewildered, yet having every confidence the reason for this mysterious occurrence must be fully justified.

the feeling of lively and cheerful joy

From this reading Her breath came quickly; her voice trembled from suppressed excitement.

the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear

From this reading THE THREAT OF SWORDS Stepping from the glare of those gleaming parlor lights into the gloom of that narrow passage, blinded me for the instant, yet a moment later, I became aware of the distant glimmer of a candle, the faint reflection revealing the girl's face.

deficient in magnitude; barely perceptible; lacking clarity or brightness or loudness etc

From this reading THE THREAT OF SWORDS Stepping from the glare of those gleaming parlor lights into the gloom of that narrow passage, blinded me for the instant, yet a moment later, I became aware of the distant glimmer of a candle, the faint reflection revealing the girl's face.

past form of “follow” — to travel behind, go after, come after

From this reading I followed her guidance, bewildered, yet having every confidence the reason for this mysterious occurrence must be fully justified.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading THE THREAT OF SWORDS Stepping from the glare of those gleaming parlor lights into the gloom of that narrow passage, blinded me for the instant, yet a moment later, I became aware of the distant glimmer of a candle, the faint reflection revealing the girl's face.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading THE THREAT OF SWORDS Stepping from the glare of those gleaming parlor lights into the gloom of that narrow passage, blinded me for the instant, yet a moment later, I became aware of the distant glimmer of a candle, the faint reflection revealing the girl's face.

to the greatest degree or extent; completely or entirely; (“full” in this sense is used as a combining form)

From this reading I followed her guidance, bewildered, yet having every confidence the reason for this mysterious occurrence must be fully justified.

possessive form of “girl” — a young female

From this reading THE THREAT OF SWORDS Stepping from the glare of those gleaming parlor lights into the gloom of that narrow passage, blinded me for the instant, yet a moment later, I became aware of the distant glimmer of a candle, the faint reflection revealing the girl's face.

a light within the field of vision that is brighter than the brightness to which the eyes are adapted

From this reading THE THREAT OF SWORDS Stepping from the glare of those gleaming parlor lights into the gloom of that narrow passage, blinded me for the instant, yet a moment later, I became aware of the distant glimmer of a candle, the faint reflection revealing the girl's face.

a flash of light (especially reflected light)

From this reading THE THREAT OF SWORDS Stepping from the glare of those gleaming parlor lights into the gloom of that narrow passage, blinded me for the instant, yet a moment later, I became aware of the distant glimmer of a candle, the faint reflection revealing the girl's face.

a flash of light (especially reflected light)

From this reading THE THREAT OF SWORDS Stepping from the glare of those gleaming parlor lights into the gloom of that narrow passage, blinded me for the instant, yet a moment later, I became aware of the distant glimmer of a candle, the faint reflection revealing the girl's face.

a state of partial or total darkness

From this reading THE THREAT OF SWORDS Stepping from the glare of those gleaming parlor lights into the gloom of that narrow passage, blinded me for the instant, yet a moment later, I became aware of the distant glimmer of a candle, the faint reflection revealing the girl's face.

capable of arousing and holding the attention

From this reading "Please do not talk; do not ask anything--yet," she urged hurriedly, noiselessly closing the door at my back, and as instantly gripping my sleeve.

something that provides direction or advice as to a decision or course of action

From this reading I followed her guidance, bewildered, yet having every confidence the reason for this mysterious occurrence must be fully justified.

the -ing form of “have”

From this reading I followed her guidance, bewildered, yet having every confidence the reason for this mysterious occurrence must be fully justified.

belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned

From this reading Her breath came quickly; her voice trembled from suppressed excitement.

in a hurried or hasty manner

From this reading "Please do not talk; do not ask anything--yet," she urged hurriedly, noiselessly closing the door at my back, and as instantly gripping my sleeve.

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

From this reading THE THREAT OF SWORDS Stepping from the glare of those gleaming parlor lights into the gloom of that narrow passage, blinded me for the instant, yet a moment later, I became aware of the distant glimmer of a candle, the faint reflection revealing the girl's face.

a very short time (as the time it takes the eye to blink or the heart to beat)

From this reading THE THREAT OF SWORDS Stepping from the glare of those gleaming parlor lights into the gloom of that narrow passage, blinded me for the instant, yet a moment later, I became aware of the distant glimmer of a candle, the faint reflection revealing the girl's face.

without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening

From this reading "Please do not talk; do not ask anything--yet," she urged hurriedly, noiselessly closing the door at my back, and as instantly gripping my sleeve.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading THE THREAT OF SWORDS Stepping from the glare of those gleaming parlor lights into the gloom of that narrow passage, blinded me for the instant, yet a moment later, I became aware of the distant glimmer of a candle, the faint reflection revealing the girl's face.

having words so spaced that lines have straight even margins

From this reading I followed her guidance, bewildered, yet having every confidence the reason for this mysterious occurrence must be fully justified.

happening at a time subsequent to a reference time

From this reading THE THREAT OF SWORDS Stepping from the glare of those gleaming parlor lights into the gloom of that narrow passage, blinded me for the instant, yet a moment later, I became aware of the distant glimmer of a candle, the faint reflection revealing the girl's face.

of comparatively little physical weight or density

From this reading "Come with me, beyond the light yonder."

plural of “light” — (physics) electromagnetic radiation that can produce a visual sensation

From this reading THE THREAT OF SWORDS Stepping from the glare of those gleaming parlor lights into the gloom of that narrow passage, blinded me for the instant, yet a moment later, I became aware of the distant glimmer of a candle, the faint reflection revealing the girl's face.

the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading THE THREAT OF SWORDS Stepping from the glare of those gleaming parlor lights into the gloom of that narrow passage, blinded me for the instant, yet a moment later, I became aware of the distant glimmer of a candle, the faint reflection revealing the girl's face.

a particular point in time

From this reading THE THREAT OF SWORDS Stepping from the glare of those gleaming parlor lights into the gloom of that narrow passage, blinded me for the instant, yet a moment later, I became aware of the distant glimmer of a candle, the faint reflection revealing the girl's face.

used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true

From this reading I followed her guidance, bewildered, yet having every confidence the reason for this mysterious occurrence must be fully justified.

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading "Please do not talk; do not ask anything--yet," she urged hurriedly, noiselessly closing the door at my back, and as instantly gripping my sleeve.

of an obscure nature

From this reading I followed her guidance, bewildered, yet having every confidence the reason for this mysterious occurrence must be fully justified.

make or become more narrow or restricted

From this reading THE THREAT OF SWORDS Stepping from the glare of those gleaming parlor lights into the gloom of that narrow passage, blinded me for the instant, yet a moment later, I became aware of the distant glimmer of a candle, the faint reflection revealing the girl's face.

without a sound

From this reading "Please do not talk; do not ask anything--yet," she urged hurriedly, noiselessly closing the door at my back, and as instantly gripping my sleeve.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading "Please do not talk; do not ask anything--yet," she urged hurriedly, noiselessly closing the door at my back, and as instantly gripping my sleeve.

an event that happens

From this reading I followed her guidance, bewildered, yet having every confidence the reason for this mysterious occurrence must be fully justified.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading THE THREAT OF SWORDS Stepping from the glare of those gleaming parlor lights into the gloom of that narrow passage, blinded me for the instant, yet a moment later, I became aware of the distant glimmer of a candle, the faint reflection revealing the girl's face.

reception room in an inn or club where visitors can be received

From this reading THE THREAT OF SWORDS Stepping from the glare of those gleaming parlor lights into the gloom of that narrow passage, blinded me for the instant, yet a moment later, I became aware of the distant glimmer of a candle, the faint reflection revealing the girl's face.

the act of passing from one state or place to the next

From this reading THE THREAT OF SWORDS Stepping from the glare of those gleaming parlor lights into the gloom of that narrow passage, blinded me for the instant, yet a moment later, I became aware of the distant glimmer of a candle, the faint reflection revealing the girl's face.

give pleasure to or be pleasing to

From this reading "Please do not talk; do not ask anything--yet," she urged hurriedly, noiselessly closing the door at my back, and as instantly gripping my sleeve.

with speed

From this reading Her breath came quickly; her voice trembled from suppressed excitement.

a rational motive for a belief or action

From this reading I followed her guidance, bewildered, yet having every confidence the reason for this mysterious occurrence must be fully justified.

a calm, lengthy, intent consideration

From this reading THE THREAT OF SWORDS Stepping from the glare of those gleaming parlor lights into the gloom of that narrow passage, blinded me for the instant, yet a moment later, I became aware of the distant glimmer of a candle, the faint reflection revealing the girl's face.

disclosing unintentionally something concealed

From this reading THE THREAT OF SWORDS Stepping from the glare of those gleaming parlor lights into the gloom of that narrow passage, blinded me for the instant, yet a moment later, I became aware of the distant glimmer of a candle, the faint reflection revealing the girl's face.

a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading "Please do not talk; do not ask anything--yet," she urged hurriedly, noiselessly closing the door at my back, and as instantly gripping my sleeve.

the part of a garment that is attached at the armhole and that provides a cloth covering for the arm

From this reading "Please do not talk; do not ask anything--yet," she urged hurriedly, noiselessly closing the door at my back, and as instantly gripping my sleeve.

inflected form of “step” — shift or move by taking a step

From this reading THE THREAT OF SWORDS Stepping from the glare of those gleaming parlor lights into the gloom of that narrow passage, blinded me for the instant, yet a moment later, I became aware of the distant glimmer of a candle, the faint reflection revealing the girl's face.

kept from public knowledge by various means

From this reading Her breath came quickly; her voice trembled from suppressed excitement.

plural of “sword” — a cutting or thrusting weapon that has a long metal blade and a hilt with a hand guard

From this reading THE THREAT OF SWORDS Stepping from the glare of those gleaming parlor lights into the gloom of that narrow passage, blinded me for the instant, yet a moment later, I became aware of the distant glimmer of a candle, the faint reflection revealing the girl's face.

exchange thoughts; talk with

From this reading "Please do not talk; do not ask anything--yet," she urged hurriedly, noiselessly closing the door at my back, and as instantly gripping my sleeve.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading THE THREAT OF SWORDS Stepping from the glare of those gleaming parlor lights into the gloom of that narrow passage, blinded me for the instant, yet a moment later, I became aware of the distant glimmer of a candle, the faint reflection revealing the girl's face.

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

From this reading THE THREAT OF SWORDS Stepping from the glare of those gleaming parlor lights into the gloom of that narrow passage, blinded me for the instant, yet a moment later, I became aware of the distant glimmer of a candle, the faint reflection revealing the girl's face.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading I followed her guidance, bewildered, yet having every confidence the reason for this mysterious occurrence must be fully justified.

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading THE THREAT OF SWORDS Stepping from the glare of those gleaming parlor lights into the gloom of that narrow passage, blinded me for the instant, yet a moment later, I became aware of the distant glimmer of a candle, the faint reflection revealing the girl's face.

something that is a source of danger

From this reading THE THREAT OF SWORDS Stepping from the glare of those gleaming parlor lights into the gloom of that narrow passage, blinded me for the instant, yet a moment later, I became aware of the distant glimmer of a candle, the faint reflection revealing the girl's face.

past form of “tremble” — move or jerk quickly and involuntarily up and down or sideways

From this reading Her breath came quickly; her voice trembled from suppressed excitement.

past form of “urge” — force or impel in an indicated direction

From this reading "Please do not talk; do not ask anything--yet," she urged hurriedly, noiselessly closing the door at my back, and as instantly gripping my sleeve.

the distinctive quality or pitch or condition of a person's speech

From this reading Her breath came quickly; her voice trembled from suppressed excitement.

in the company of; together with

From this reading "Come with me, beyond the light yonder."

but in spite of that

From this reading THE THREAT OF SWORDS Stepping from the glare of those gleaming parlor lights into the gloom of that narrow passage, blinded me for the instant, yet a moment later, I became aware of the distant glimmer of a candle, the faint reflection revealing the girl's face.

distant but within sight (“yon” is dialectal)

From this reading "Come with me, beyond the light yonder."