Chapter XII · Chapter 12

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

From this reading They, however, remain there but a brief period, as there is something more substantial inside the cavity in the shape of an intoxicating liquid, which is distilled by the plant.

touching and pressing; in opposition to

From this reading When the fly has had its first sip, it does not stop and fly right out, as it could do, but it indulges until it comes staggering up and reaches that portion where the hairs begin; here its progress outward is stopped, owing to the points of the hairs being placed against it.

(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 The way down to this beverage is straight, as the entrance is paved with innumerable fine hairs, all pointing to the bottom, and should the fly walk crooked its feet become entangled in them.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading They, however, remain there but a brief period, as there is something more substantial inside the cavity in the shape of an intoxicating liquid, which is distilled by the plant.

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

From this reading The way down to this beverage is straight, as the entrance is paved with innumerable fine hairs, all pointing to the bottom, and should the fly walk crooked its feet become entangled in them.

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

From this reading They, however, remain there but a brief period, as there is something more substantial inside the cavity in the shape of an intoxicating liquid, which is distilled by the plant.

plural of “attempt” — earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something

From this reading The fly is now in a pitiable plight; it attempts to use its wings, but in doing so only hasten its destruction.

enter or assume a certain state or condition

From this reading The way down to this beverage is straight, as the entrance is paved with innumerable fine hairs, all pointing to the bottom, and should the fly walk crooked its feet become entangled in them.

take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading When the fly has had its first sip, it does not stop and fly right out, as it could do, but it indulges until it comes staggering up and reaches that portion where the hairs begin; here its progress outward is stopped, owing to the points of the hairs being placed against it.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading When the fly has had its first sip, it does not stop and fly right out, as it could do, but it indulges until it comes staggering up and reaches that portion where the hairs begin; here its progress outward is stopped, owing to the points of the hairs being placed against it.

any liquid suitable for drinking

From this reading The way down to this beverage is straight, as the entrance is paved with innumerable fine hairs, all pointing to the bottom, and should the fly walk crooked its feet become entangled in them.

the lower side of anything

From this reading The way down to this beverage is straight, as the entrance is paved with innumerable fine hairs, all pointing to the bottom, and should the fly walk crooked its feet become entangled in them.

of short duration or distance

From this reading They, however, remain there but a brief period, as there is something more substantial inside the cavity in the shape of an intoxicating liquid, which is distilled by the plant.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading They, however, remain there but a brief period, as there is something more substantial inside the cavity in the shape of an intoxicating liquid, which is distilled by the plant.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading They, however, remain there but a brief period, as there is something more substantial inside the cavity in the shape of an intoxicating liquid, which is distilled by the plant.

a sizeable hole (usually in the ground)

From this reading They, however, remain there but a brief period, as there is something more substantial inside the cavity in the shape of an intoxicating liquid, which is distilled by the plant.

plural of “come” — the thick white fluid containing spermatozoa that is ejaculated by the male genital tract

From this reading When the fly has had its first sip, it does not stop and fly right out, as it could do, but it indulges until it comes staggering up and reaches that portion where the hairs begin; here its progress outward is stopped, owing to the points of the hairs being placed against it.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading When the fly has had its first sip, it does not stop and fly right out, as it could do, but it indulges until it comes staggering up and reaches that portion where the hairs begin; here its progress outward is stopped, owing to the points of the hairs being placed against it.

having or marked by bends or angles; not straight or aligned

From this reading The way down to this beverage is straight, as the entrance is paved with innumerable fine hairs, all pointing to the bottom, and should the fly walk crooked its feet become entangled in them.

the termination of something by causing so much damage to it that it cannot be repaired or no longer exists

From this reading The fly is now in a pitiable plight; it attempts to use its wings, but in doing so only hasten its destruction.

plural of “die” — a small cube with 1 to 6 spots on the six faces; used in gambling to generate random numbers

From this reading It inevitably gets immersed in the liquid, and dies drunk.

inflected form of “distil” — undergo condensation; change from a gaseous to a liquid state and fall in drops

From this reading They, however, remain there but a brief period, as there is something more substantial inside the cavity in the shape of an intoxicating liquid, which is distilled by the plant.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading When the fly has had its first sip, it does not stop and fly right out, as it could do, but it indulges until it comes staggering up and reaches that portion where the hairs begin; here its progress outward is stopped, owing to the points of the hairs being placed against it.

the form of “do” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading When the fly has had its first sip, it does not stop and fly right out, as it could do, but it indulges until it comes staggering up and reaches that portion where the hairs begin; here its progress outward is stopped, owing to the points of the hairs being placed against it.

-ing form of “do” — engage in

From this reading The fly is now in a pitiable plight; it attempts to use its wings, but in doing so only hasten its destruction.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading The way down to this beverage is straight, as the entrance is paved with innumerable fine hairs, all pointing to the bottom, and should the fly walk crooked its feet become entangled in them.

stupefied or excited by a chemical substance (especially alcohol)

From this reading It inevitably gets immersed in the liquid, and dies drunk.

deeply involved especially in something complicated

From this reading The way down to this beverage is straight, as the entrance is paved with innumerable fine hairs, all pointing to the bottom, and should the fly walk crooked its feet become entangled in them.

something that provides access (to get in or get out)

From this reading The way down to this beverage is straight, as the entrance is paved with innumerable fine hairs, all pointing to the bottom, and should the fly walk crooked its feet become entangled in them.

plural of “foot” — the part of the leg of a human being below the ankle joint

From this reading The way down to this beverage is straight, as the entrance is paved with innumerable fine hairs, all pointing to the bottom, and should the fly walk crooked its feet become entangled in them.

being satisfactory or in satisfactory condition

From this reading The way down to this beverage is straight, as the entrance is paved with innumerable fine hairs, all pointing to the bottom, and should the fly walk crooked its feet become entangled in them.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading When the fly has had its first sip, it does not stop and fly right out, as it could do, but it indulges until it comes staggering up and reaches that portion where the hairs begin; here its progress outward is stopped, owing to the points of the hairs being placed against it.

travel through the air; be airborne

From this reading The way down to this beverage is straight, as the entrance is paved with innumerable fine hairs, all pointing to the bottom, and should the fly walk crooked its feet become entangled in them.

plural of “get” — a return on a shot that seemed impossible to reach and would normally have resulted in a point for the opponent

From this reading It inevitably gets immersed in the liquid, and dies drunk.

the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect

From this reading When the fly has had its first sip, it does not stop and fly right out, as it could do, but it indulges until it comes staggering up and reaches that portion where the hairs begin; here its progress outward is stopped, owing to the points of the hairs being placed against it.

plural of “hair” — a covering for the body (or parts of it) consisting of a dense growth of threadlike structures (as on the human head); helps to prevent heat loss

From this reading The way down to this beverage is straight, as the entrance is paved with innumerable fine hairs, all pointing to the bottom, and should the fly walk crooked its feet become entangled in them.

the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading When the fly has had its first sip, it does not stop and fly right out, as it could do, but it indulges until it comes staggering up and reaches that portion where the hairs begin; here its progress outward is stopped, owing to the points of the hairs being placed against it.

act or move at high speed

From this reading The fly is now in a pitiable plight; it attempts to use its wings, but in doing so only hasten its destruction.

in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is

From this reading When the fly has had its first sip, it does not stop and fly right out, as it could do, but it indulges until it comes staggering up and reaches that portion where the hairs begin; here its progress outward is stopped, owing to the points of the hairs being placed against it.

used to add a contrasting statement

From this reading They, however, remain there but a brief period, as there is something more substantial inside the cavity in the shape of an intoxicating liquid, which is distilled by the plant.

past form of “immerse” — thrust or throw into

From this reading It inevitably gets immersed in the liquid, and dies drunk.

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading They, however, remain there but a brief period, as there is something more substantial inside the cavity in the shape of an intoxicating liquid, which is distilled by the plant.

third-person singular of “indulge” — give free rein to

From this reading When the fly has had its first sip, it does not stop and fly right out, as it could do, but it indulges until it comes staggering up and reaches that portion where the hairs begin; here its progress outward is stopped, owing to the points of the hairs being placed against it.

in such a manner as could not be otherwise

From this reading It inevitably gets immersed in the liquid, and dies drunk.

too numerous to be counted

From this reading The way down to this beverage is straight, as the entrance is paved with innumerable fine hairs, all pointing to the bottom, and should the fly walk crooked its feet become entangled in them.

relating to or being on the side closer to the center or within a defined space

From this reading They, however, remain there but a brief period, as there is something more substantial inside the cavity in the shape of an intoxicating liquid, which is distilled by the plant.

causing intoxication

From this reading They, however, remain there but a brief period, as there is something more substantial inside the cavity in the shape of an intoxicating liquid, which is distilled by the plant.

the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading They, however, remain there but a brief period, as there is something more substantial inside the cavity in the shape of an intoxicating liquid, which is distilled by the plant.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading When the fly has had its first sip, it does not stop and fly right out, as it could do, but it indulges until it comes staggering up and reaches that portion where the hairs begin; here its progress outward is stopped, owing to the points of the hairs being placed against it.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading The way down to this beverage is straight, as the entrance is paved with innumerable fine hairs, all pointing to the bottom, and should the fly walk crooked its feet become entangled in them.

existing as or having characteristics of a liquid; especially tending to flow

From this reading They, however, remain there but a brief period, as there is something more substantial inside the cavity in the shape of an intoxicating liquid, which is distilled by the plant.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading They, however, remain there but a brief period, as there is something more substantial inside the cavity in the shape of an intoxicating liquid, which is distilled by the plant.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading When the fly has had its first sip, it does not stop and fly right out, as it could do, but it indulges until it comes staggering up and reaches that portion where the hairs begin; here its progress outward is stopped, owing to the points of the hairs being placed against it.

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading The fly is now in a pitiable plight; it attempts to use its wings, but in doing so only hasten its destruction.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading They, however, remain there but a brief period, as there is something more substantial inside the cavity in the shape of an intoxicating liquid, which is distilled by the plant.

and nothing more

From this reading The fly is now in a pitiable plight; it attempts to use its wings, but in doing so only hasten its destruction.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading When the fly has had its first sip, it does not stop and fly right out, as it could do, but it indulges until it comes staggering up and reaches that portion where the hairs begin; here its progress outward is stopped, owing to the points of the hairs being placed against it.

relating to physical reality rather than with thoughts or the mind

From this reading When the fly has had its first sip, it does not stop and fly right out, as it could do, but it indulges until it comes staggering up and reaches that portion where the hairs begin; here its progress outward is stopped, owing to the points of the hairs being placed against it.

owed as a debt

From this reading When the fly has had its first sip, it does not stop and fly right out, as it could do, but it indulges until it comes staggering up and reaches that portion where the hairs begin; here its progress outward is stopped, owing to the points of the hairs being placed against it.

covered with a firm surface

From this reading The way down to this beverage is straight, as the entrance is paved with innumerable fine hairs, all pointing to the bottom, and should the fly walk crooked its feet become entangled in them.

an amount of time

From this reading They, however, remain there but a brief period, as there is something more substantial inside the cavity in the shape of an intoxicating liquid, which is distilled by the plant.

inspiring mixed contempt and pity

From this reading The fly is now in a pitiable plight; it attempts to use its wings, but in doing so only hasten its destruction.

situated in a particular spot or position

From this reading When the fly has had its first sip, it does not stop and fly right out, as it could do, but it indulges until it comes staggering up and reaches that portion where the hairs begin; here its progress outward is stopped, owing to the points of the hairs being placed against it.

put or set (seeds, seedlings, or plants) into the ground

From this reading They, however, remain there but a brief period, as there is something more substantial inside the cavity in the shape of an intoxicating liquid, which is distilled by the plant.

a situation from which extrication is difficult especially an unpleasant or trying one

From this reading The fly is now in a pitiable plight; it attempts to use its wings, but in doing so only hasten its destruction.

-ing form of “point” — indicate a place, direction, person, or thing; either spatially or figuratively

From this reading The way down to this beverage is straight, as the entrance is paved with innumerable fine hairs, all pointing to the bottom, and should the fly walk crooked its feet become entangled in them.

plural of “point” — a geometric element that has position but no extension

From this reading When the fly has had its first sip, it does not stop and fly right out, as it could do, but it indulges until it comes staggering up and reaches that portion where the hairs begin; here its progress outward is stopped, owing to the points of the hairs being placed against it.

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading When the fly has had its first sip, it does not stop and fly right out, as it could do, but it indulges until it comes staggering up and reaches that portion where the hairs begin; here its progress outward is stopped, owing to the points of the hairs being placed against it.

gradual improvement or growth or development

From this reading When the fly has had its first sip, it does not stop and fly right out, as it could do, but it indulges until it comes staggering up and reaches that portion where the hairs begin; here its progress outward is stopped, owing to the points of the hairs being placed against it.

plural of “reach” — the limits within which something can be effective

From this reading When the fly has had its first sip, it does not stop and fly right out, as it could do, but it indulges until it comes staggering up and reaches that portion where the hairs begin; here its progress outward is stopped, owing to the points of the hairs being placed against it.

stay the same; remain in a certain state

From this reading They, however, remain there but a brief period, as there is something more substantial inside the cavity in the shape of an intoxicating liquid, which is distilled by the plant.

precisely, exactly

From this reading When the fly has had its first sip, it does not stop and fly right out, as it could do, but it indulges until it comes staggering up and reaches that portion where the hairs begin; here its progress outward is stopped, owing to the points of the hairs being placed against it.

any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline)

From this reading They, however, remain there but a brief period, as there is something more substantial inside the cavity in the shape of an intoxicating liquid, which is distilled by the plant.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading The way down to this beverage is straight, as the entrance is paved with innumerable fine hairs, all pointing to the bottom, and should the fly walk crooked its feet become entangled in them.

a small drink

From this reading When the fly has had its first sip, it does not stop and fly right out, as it could do, but it indulges until it comes staggering up and reaches that portion where the hairs begin; here its progress outward is stopped, owing to the points of the hairs being placed against it.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading The fly is now in a pitiable plight; it attempts to use its wings, but in doing so only hasten its destruction.

a thing, without saying which

From this reading They, however, remain there but a brief period, as there is something more substantial inside the cavity in the shape of an intoxicating liquid, which is distilled by the plant.

so surprisingly impressive as to stun or overwhelm

From this reading When the fly has had its first sip, it does not stop and fly right out, as it could do, but it indulges until it comes staggering up and reaches that portion where the hairs begin; here its progress outward is stopped, owing to the points of the hairs being placed against it.

come to a halt, stop moving

From this reading When the fly has had its first sip, it does not stop and fly right out, as it could do, but it indulges until it comes staggering up and reaches that portion where the hairs begin; here its progress outward is stopped, owing to the points of the hairs being placed against it.

(of a nose) blocked

From this reading When the fly has had its first sip, it does not stop and fly right out, as it could do, but it indulges until it comes staggering up and reaches that portion where the hairs begin; here its progress outward is stopped, owing to the points of the hairs being placed against it.

successive (without a break)

From this reading The way down to this beverage is straight, as the entrance is paved with innumerable fine hairs, all pointing to the bottom, and should the fly walk crooked its feet become entangled in them.

of considerable importance, size, or worth

From this reading They, however, remain there but a brief period, as there is something more substantial inside the cavity in the shape of an intoxicating liquid, which is distilled by the plant.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading When the fly has had its first sip, it does not stop and fly right out, as it could do, but it indulges until it comes staggering up and reaches that portion where the hairs begin; here its progress outward is stopped, owing to the points of the hairs being placed against it.

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

From this reading They, however, remain there but a brief period, as there is something more substantial inside the cavity in the shape of an intoxicating liquid, which is distilled by the plant.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading The way down to this beverage is straight, as the entrance is paved with innumerable fine hairs, all pointing to the bottom, and should the fly walk crooked its feet become entangled in them.

in or at that place or location

From this reading They, however, remain there but a brief period, as there is something more substantial inside the cavity in the shape of an intoxicating liquid, which is distilled by the plant.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading They, however, remain there but a brief period, as there is something more substantial inside the cavity in the shape of an intoxicating liquid, which is distilled by the plant.

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

From this reading The way down to this beverage is straight, as the entrance is paved with innumerable fine hairs, all pointing to the bottom, and should the fly walk crooked its feet become entangled in them.

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading The way down to this beverage is straight, as the entrance is paved with innumerable fine hairs, all pointing to the bottom, and should the fly walk crooked its feet become entangled in them.

up to a particular time

From this reading When the fly has had its first sip, it does not stop and fly right out, as it could do, but it indulges until it comes staggering up and reaches that portion where the hairs begin; here its progress outward is stopped, owing to the points of the hairs being placed against it.

being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level

From this reading When the fly has had its first sip, it does not stop and fly right out, as it could do, but it indulges until it comes staggering up and reaches that portion where the hairs begin; here its progress outward is stopped, owing to the points of the hairs being placed against it.

the act of using

From this reading The fly is now in a pitiable plight; it attempts to use its wings, but in doing so only hasten its destruction.

the act of traveling by foot

From this reading The way down to this beverage is straight, as the entrance is paved with innumerable fine hairs, all pointing to the bottom, and should the fly walk crooked its feet become entangled in them.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading The way down to this beverage is straight, as the entrance is paved with innumerable fine hairs, all pointing to the bottom, and should the fly walk crooked its feet become entangled in them.

at the time that

From this reading When the fly has had its first sip, it does not stop and fly right out, as it could do, but it indulges until it comes staggering up and reaches that portion where the hairs begin; here its progress outward is stopped, owing to the points of the hairs being placed against it.

in or at the place that

From this reading When the fly has had its first sip, it does not stop and fly right out, as it could do, but it indulges until it comes staggering up and reaches that portion where the hairs begin; here its progress outward is stopped, owing to the points of the hairs being placed against it.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading They, however, remain there but a brief period, as there is something more substantial inside the cavity in the shape of an intoxicating liquid, which is distilled by the plant.

a means of flight or ascent

From this reading The fly is now in a pitiable plight; it attempts to use its wings, but in doing so only hasten its destruction.

in the company of; together with

From this reading The way down to this beverage is straight, as the entrance is paved with innumerable fine hairs, all pointing to the bottom, and should the fly walk crooked its feet become entangled in them.