Chapter XV

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

From this reading Those who had drawn the unmarked sticks hurried to their homes, not tarrying to learn who were all the unfortunates; and, although relieved for the present were in fear lest they should be unfortunate at a subsequent drawing.

happening at a time subsequent to a reference time

From this reading TWO PEBBLES Tidings of the blow to be struck, reaching the hearts of many families--six only at first, but with prospect of more afterwards--had spread through the tribal region.

anew

From this reading Some supposed that he had fled to the mountains of Brecknock, others to Cardigan; some, again, that he had attached himself to Griffith ap Rhys, who was traversing South Wales, stirring up disaffection and preparing for a general rising of the Welsh against their oppressors.

touching and pressing; in opposition to

From this reading Some supposed that he had fled to the mountains of Brecknock, others to Cardigan; some, again, that he had attached himself to Griffith ap Rhys, who was traversing South Wales, stirring up disaffection and preparing for a general rising of the Welsh against their oppressors.

(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 Those who had drawn the unmarked sticks hurried to their homes, not tarrying to learn who were all the unfortunates; and, although relieved for the present were in fear lest they should be unfortunate at a subsequent drawing.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading Those who had drawn the unmarked sticks hurried to their homes, not tarrying to learn who were all the unfortunates; and, although relieved for the present were in fear lest they should be unfortunate at a subsequent drawing.

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

From this reading Those who had drawn the unmarked sticks hurried to their homes, not tarrying to learn who were all the unfortunates; and, although relieved for the present were in fear lest they should be unfortunate at a subsequent drawing.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading Some supposed that he had fled to the mountains of Brecknock, others to Cardigan; some, again, that he had attached himself to Griffith ap Rhys, who was traversing South Wales, stirring up disaffection and preparing for a general rising of the Welsh against their oppressors.

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

From this reading They had not a clue as to where he was.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading TWO PEBBLES Tidings of the blow to be struck, reaching the hearts of many families--six only at first, but with prospect of more afterwards--had spread through the tribal region.

being joined in close association

From this reading Some supposed that he had fled to the mountains of Brecknock, others to Cardigan; some, again, that he had attached himself to Griffith ap Rhys, who was traversing South Wales, stirring up disaffection and preparing for a general rising of the Welsh against their oppressors.

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

From this reading TWO PEBBLES Tidings of the blow to be struck, reaching the hearts of many families--six only at first, but with prospect of more afterwards--had spread through the tribal region.

exhale hard

From this reading TWO PEBBLES Tidings of the blow to be struck, reaching the hearts of many families--six only at first, but with prospect of more afterwards--had spread through the tribal region.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading Some supposed that he had fled to the mountains of Brecknock, others to Cardigan; some, again, that he had attached himself to Griffith ap Rhys, who was traversing South Wales, stirring up disaffection and preparing for a general rising of the Welsh against their oppressors.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading TWO PEBBLES Tidings of the blow to be struck, reaching the hearts of many families--six only at first, but with prospect of more afterwards--had spread through the tribal region.

knitted jacket that is fastened up the front with buttons or a zipper

From this reading Some supposed that he had fled to the mountains of Brecknock, others to Cardigan; some, again, that he had attached himself to Griffith ap Rhys, who was traversing South Wales, stirring up disaffection and preparing for a general rising of the Welsh against their oppressors.

a slight indication

From this reading They had not a clue as to where he was.

the condition of being concealed or hidden

From this reading All knew that Pabo was in concealment, and that his place of concealment was known to none, not even to his wife or to Howel.

the feeling of being alienated from other people

From this reading Some supposed that he had fled to the mountains of Brecknock, others to Cardigan; some, again, that he had attached himself to Griffith ap Rhys, who was traversing South Wales, stirring up disaffection and preparing for a general rising of the Welsh against their oppressors.

an illustration that is drawn by hand and published in a book, magazine, or newspaper

From this reading Those who had drawn the unmarked sticks hurried to their homes, not tarrying to learn who were all the unfortunates; and, although relieved for the present were in fear lest they should be unfortunate at a subsequent drawing.

showing the wearing effects of overwork or care or suffering

From this reading Those who had drawn the unmarked sticks hurried to their homes, not tarrying to learn who were all the unfortunates; and, although relieved for the present were in fear lest they should be unfortunate at a subsequent drawing.

divisible by two

From this reading All knew that Pabo was in concealment, and that his place of concealment was known to none, not even to his wife or to Howel.

plural of “family” — a social unit living together

From this reading TWO PEBBLES Tidings of the blow to be struck, reaching the hearts of many families--six only at first, but with prospect of more afterwards--had spread through the tribal region.

be afraid or feel anxious or apprehensive about a possible or probable situation or event

From this reading Those who had drawn the unmarked sticks hurried to their homes, not tarrying to learn who were all the unfortunates; and, although relieved for the present were in fear lest they should be unfortunate at a subsequent drawing.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading TWO PEBBLES Tidings of the blow to be struck, reaching the hearts of many families--six only at first, but with prospect of more afterwards--had spread through the tribal region.

inflected form of “flee” — run away quickly

From this reading Some supposed that he had fled to the mountains of Brecknock, others to Cardigan; some, again, that he had attached himself to Griffith ap Rhys, who was traversing South Wales, stirring up disaffection and preparing for a general rising of the Welsh against their oppressors.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Those who had drawn the unmarked sticks hurried to their homes, not tarrying to learn who were all the unfortunates; and, although relieved for the present were in fear lest they should be unfortunate at a subsequent drawing.

applying to all or most members of a category or group

From this reading Some supposed that he had fled to the mountains of Brecknock, others to Cardigan; some, again, that he had attached himself to Griffith ap Rhys, who was traversing South Wales, stirring up disaffection and preparing for a general rising of the Welsh against their oppressors.

United States film maker who was the first to use flashbacks and fade-outs (1875-1948)

From this reading Some supposed that he had fled to the mountains of Brecknock, others to Cardigan; some, again, that he had attached himself to Griffith ap Rhys, who was traversing South Wales, stirring up disaffection and preparing for a general rising of the Welsh against their oppressors.

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

From this reading TWO PEBBLES Tidings of the blow to be struck, reaching the hearts of many families--six only at first, but with prospect of more afterwards--had spread through the tribal region.

a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading They had not a clue as to where he was.

a form of whist in which players avoid winning tricks containing hearts or the queen of spades

From this reading TWO PEBBLES Tidings of the blow to be struck, reaching the hearts of many families--six only at first, but with prospect of more afterwards--had spread through the tribal region.

used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object

From this reading Some supposed that he had fled to the mountains of Brecknock, others to Cardigan; some, again, that he had attached himself to Griffith ap Rhys, who was traversing South Wales, stirring up disaffection and preparing for a general rising of the Welsh against their oppressors.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading All knew that Pabo was in concealment, and that his place of concealment was known to none, not even to his wife or to Howel.

plural of “home” — where you live at a particular time

From this reading Those who had drawn the unmarked sticks hurried to their homes, not tarrying to learn who were all the unfortunates; and, although relieved for the present were in fear lest they should be unfortunate at a subsequent drawing.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading All knew that Pabo was in concealment, and that his place of concealment was known to none, not even to his wife or to Howel.

moving rapidly or performed quickly or in great haste

From this reading Those who had drawn the unmarked sticks hurried to their homes, not tarrying to learn who were all the unfortunates; and, although relieved for the present were in fear lest they should be unfortunate at a subsequent drawing.

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

From this reading Those who had drawn the unmarked sticks hurried to their homes, not tarrying to learn who were all the unfortunates; and, although relieved for the present were in fear lest they should be unfortunate at a subsequent drawing.

inflected form of “know” — be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about

From this reading All knew that Pabo was in concealment, and that his place of concealment was known to none, not even to his wife or to Howel.

apprehended with certainty

From this reading All knew that Pabo was in concealment, and that his place of concealment was known to none, not even to his wife or to Howel.

gain knowledge or skills

From this reading Those who had drawn the unmarked sticks hurried to their homes, not tarrying to learn who were all the unfortunates; and, although relieved for the present were in fear lest they should be unfortunate at a subsequent drawing.

in order that something should not happen

From this reading Those who had drawn the unmarked sticks hurried to their homes, not tarrying to learn who were all the unfortunates; and, although relieved for the present were in fear lest they should be unfortunate at a subsequent drawing.

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 TWO PEBBLES Tidings of the blow to be struck, reaching the hearts of many families--six only at first, but with prospect of more afterwards--had spread through the tribal region.

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

From this reading TWO PEBBLES Tidings of the blow to be struck, reaching the hearts of many families--six only at first, but with prospect of more afterwards--had spread through the tribal region.

plural of “mountain” — a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill

From this reading Some supposed that he had fled to the mountains of Brecknock, others to Cardigan; some, again, that he had attached himself to Griffith ap Rhys, who was traversing South Wales, stirring up disaffection and preparing for a general rising of the Welsh against their oppressors.

not one, and not any

From this reading All knew that Pabo was in concealment, and that his place of concealment was known to none, not even to his wife or to Howel.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Those who had drawn the unmarked sticks hurried to their homes, not tarrying to learn who were all the unfortunates; and, although relieved for the present were in fear lest they should be unfortunate at a subsequent drawing.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading TWO PEBBLES Tidings of the blow to be struck, reaching the hearts of many families--six only at first, but with prospect of more afterwards--had spread through the tribal region.

and nothing more

From this reading TWO PEBBLES Tidings of the blow to be struck, reaching the hearts of many families--six only at first, but with prospect of more afterwards--had spread through the tribal region.

plural of “oppressor” — a person of authority who subjects others to undue pressures

From this reading Some supposed that he had fled to the mountains of Brecknock, others to Cardigan; some, again, that he had attached himself to Griffith ap Rhys, who was traversing South Wales, stirring up disaffection and preparing for a general rising of the Welsh against their oppressors.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading All knew that Pabo was in concealment, and that his place of concealment was known to none, not even to his wife or to Howel.

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From this reading Some supposed that he had fled to the mountains of Brecknock, others to Cardigan; some, again, that he had attached himself to Griffith ap Rhys, who was traversing South Wales, stirring up disaffection and preparing for a general rising of the Welsh against their oppressors.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading All knew that Pabo was in concealment, and that his place of concealment was known to none, not even to his wife or to Howel.

plural of “pebble” — a small smooth rounded rock

From this reading TWO PEBBLES Tidings of the blow to be struck, reaching the hearts of many families--six only at first, but with prospect of more afterwards--had spread through the tribal region.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading All knew that Pabo was in concealment, and that his place of concealment was known to none, not even to his wife or to Howel.

-ing form of “prepare” — make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc

From this reading Some supposed that he had fled to the mountains of Brecknock, others to Cardigan; some, again, that he had attached himself to Griffith ap Rhys, who was traversing South Wales, stirring up disaffection and preparing for a general rising of the Welsh against their oppressors.

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading Those who had drawn the unmarked sticks hurried to their homes, not tarrying to learn who were all the unfortunates; and, although relieved for the present were in fear lest they should be unfortunate at a subsequent drawing.

the possibility of future success

From this reading TWO PEBBLES Tidings of the blow to be struck, reaching the hearts of many families--six only at first, but with prospect of more afterwards--had spread through the tribal region.

the act of physically reaching or thrusting out

From this reading TWO PEBBLES Tidings of the blow to be struck, reaching the hearts of many families--six only at first, but with prospect of more afterwards--had spread through the tribal region.

the extended spatial location of something

From this reading TWO PEBBLES Tidings of the blow to be struck, reaching the hearts of many families--six only at first, but with prospect of more afterwards--had spread through the tribal region.

(of pain or sorrow) made easier to bear

From this reading Those who had drawn the unmarked sticks hurried to their homes, not tarrying to learn who were all the unfortunates; and, although relieved for the present were in fear lest they should be unfortunate at a subsequent drawing.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading Some supposed that he had fled to the mountains of Brecknock, others to Cardigan; some, again, that he had attached himself to Griffith ap Rhys, who was traversing South Wales, stirring up disaffection and preparing for a general rising of the Welsh against their oppressors.

advancing or becoming higher or greater in degree or value or status

From this reading Some supposed that he had fled to the mountains of Brecknock, others to Cardigan; some, again, that he had attached himself to Griffith ap Rhys, who was traversing South Wales, stirring up disaffection and preparing for a general rising of the Welsh against their oppressors.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading Those who had drawn the unmarked sticks hurried to their homes, not tarrying to learn who were all the unfortunates; and, although relieved for the present were in fear lest they should be unfortunate at a subsequent drawing.

the cardinal number that is the sum of five and one

From this reading TWO PEBBLES Tidings of the blow to be struck, reaching the hearts of many families--six only at first, but with prospect of more afterwards--had spread through the tribal region.

(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity

From this reading Some supposed that he had fled to the mountains of Brecknock, others to Cardigan; some, again, that he had attached himself to Griffith ap Rhys, who was traversing South Wales, stirring up disaffection and preparing for a general rising of the Welsh against their oppressors.

the region of the United States lying to the south of the Mason-Dixon line

From this reading Some supposed that he had fled to the mountains of Brecknock, others to Cardigan; some, again, that he had attached himself to Griffith ap Rhys, who was traversing South Wales, stirring up disaffection and preparing for a general rising of the Welsh against their oppressors.

distribute or disperse widely

From this reading TWO PEBBLES Tidings of the blow to be struck, reaching the hearts of many families--six only at first, but with prospect of more afterwards--had spread through the tribal region.

plural of “stick” — an implement consisting of a length of wood

From this reading Those who had drawn the unmarked sticks hurried to their homes, not tarrying to learn who were all the unfortunates; and, although relieved for the present were in fear lest they should be unfortunate at a subsequent drawing.

agitating a liquid with an implement

From this reading Some supposed that he had fled to the mountains of Brecknock, others to Cardigan; some, again, that he had attached himself to Griffith ap Rhys, who was traversing South Wales, stirring up disaffection and preparing for a general rising of the Welsh against their oppressors.

(used in combination) affected by something overwhelming

From this reading TWO PEBBLES Tidings of the blow to be struck, reaching the hearts of many families--six only at first, but with prospect of more afterwards--had spread through the tribal region.

following in time or order

From this reading Those who had drawn the unmarked sticks hurried to their homes, not tarrying to learn who were all the unfortunates; and, although relieved for the present were in fear lest they should be unfortunate at a subsequent drawing.

required or under orders

From this reading Some supposed that he had fled to the mountains of Brecknock, others to Cardigan; some, again, that he had attached himself to Griffith ap Rhys, who was traversing South Wales, stirring up disaffection and preparing for a general rising of the Welsh against their oppressors.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading Those who had drawn the unmarked sticks hurried to their homes, not tarrying to learn who were all the unfortunates; and, although relieved for the present were in fear lest they should be unfortunate at a subsequent drawing.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading All knew that Pabo was in concealment, and that his place of concealment was known to none, not even to his wife or to Howel.

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

From this reading TWO PEBBLES Tidings of the blow to be struck, reaching the hearts of many families--six only at first, but with prospect of more afterwards--had spread through the tribal region.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Those who had drawn the unmarked sticks hurried to their homes, not tarrying to learn who were all the unfortunates; and, although relieved for the present were in fear lest they should be unfortunate at a subsequent drawing.

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

From this reading Those who had drawn the unmarked sticks hurried to their homes, not tarrying to learn who were all the unfortunates; and, although relieved for the present were in fear lest they should be unfortunate at a subsequent drawing.

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

From this reading Those who had drawn the unmarked sticks hurried to their homes, not tarrying to learn who were all the unfortunates; and, although relieved for the present were in fear lest they should be unfortunate at a subsequent drawing.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading TWO PEBBLES Tidings of the blow to be struck, reaching the hearts of many families--six only at first, but with prospect of more afterwards--had spread through the tribal region.

information about recent and important events

From this reading TWO PEBBLES Tidings of the blow to be struck, reaching the hearts of many families--six only at first, but with prospect of more afterwards--had spread through the tribal region.

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

From this reading TWO PEBBLES Tidings of the blow to be struck, reaching the hearts of many families--six only at first, but with prospect of more afterwards--had spread through the tribal region.

-ing form of “traverse” — travel across or pass over

From this reading Some supposed that he had fled to the mountains of Brecknock, others to Cardigan; some, again, that he had attached himself to Griffith ap Rhys, who was traversing South Wales, stirring up disaffection and preparing for a general rising of the Welsh against their oppressors.

relating to or characteristic of a tribe

From this reading TWO PEBBLES Tidings of the blow to be struck, reaching the hearts of many families--six only at first, but with prospect of more afterwards--had spread through the tribal region.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading TWO PEBBLES Tidings of the blow to be struck, reaching the hearts of many families--six only at first, but with prospect of more afterwards--had spread through the tribal region.

not favored by fortune; marked or accompanied by or resulting in ill fortune

From this reading Those who had drawn the unmarked sticks hurried to their homes, not tarrying to learn who were all the unfortunates; and, although relieved for the present were in fear lest they should be unfortunate at a subsequent drawing.

plural of “unfortunate” — a person who suffers misfortune

From this reading Those who had drawn the unmarked sticks hurried to their homes, not tarrying to learn who were all the unfortunates; and, although relieved for the present were in fear lest they should be unfortunate at a subsequent drawing.

not having an identifying mark

From this reading Those who had drawn the unmarked sticks hurried to their homes, not tarrying to learn who were all the unfortunates; and, although relieved for the present were in fear lest they should be unfortunate at a subsequent drawing.

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

From this reading Some supposed that he had fled to the mountains of Brecknock, others to Cardigan; some, again, that he had attached himself to Griffith ap Rhys, who was traversing South Wales, stirring up disaffection and preparing for a general rising of the Welsh against their oppressors.

one of the four countries that make up the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland; during Roman times the region was known as Cambria

From this reading Some supposed that he had fled to the mountains of Brecknock, others to Cardigan; some, again, that he had attached himself to Griffith ap Rhys, who was traversing South Wales, stirring up disaffection and preparing for a general rising of the Welsh against their oppressors.

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

From this reading All knew that Pabo was in concealment, and that his place of concealment was known to none, not even to his wife or to Howel.

a native or resident of Wales

From this reading Some supposed that he had fled to the mountains of Brecknock, others to Cardigan; some, again, that he had attached himself to Griffith ap Rhys, who was traversing South Wales, stirring up disaffection and preparing for a general rising of the Welsh against their oppressors.

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading Those who had drawn the unmarked sticks hurried to their homes, not tarrying to learn who were all the unfortunates; and, although relieved for the present were in fear lest they should be unfortunate at a subsequent drawing.

in or at the place that

From this reading They had not a clue as to where he was.

which person or people

From this reading Those who had drawn the unmarked sticks hurried to their homes, not tarrying to learn who were all the unfortunates; and, although relieved for the present were in fear lest they should be unfortunate at a subsequent drawing.

a married woman; a man's partner in marriage

From this reading All knew that Pabo was in concealment, and that his place of concealment was known to none, not even to his wife or to Howel.

in the company of; together with

From this reading TWO PEBBLES Tidings of the blow to be struck, reaching the hearts of many families--six only at first, but with prospect of more afterwards--had spread through the tribal region.