used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading It appeared to have obtained a grip upon the grass on the opposite bank.
AccountedverbUS /əˈkaʊntɪd/
past form of “account” — be the sole or primary factor in the existence, acquisition, supply, or disposal of something
From this reading Accounted For Before another quarter of an hour passed the long line of flames was visible to the naked eye.
activitynounUS /ækˈtɪvəti/
any specific behavior
From this reading It seemed as if its activity was by no means confined to the horseshoe loop formed by the river.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading Accounted For Before another quarter of an hour passed the long line of flames was visible to the naked eye.
one more of the same kind, or a different one
From this reading Accounted For Before another quarter of an hour passed the long line of flames was visible to the naked eye.
past form of “appear” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading It appeared to have obtained a grip upon the grass on the opposite bank.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading It seemed as if its activity was by no means confined to the horseshoe loop formed by the river.
attackedverbUS /əˈtækt/
past form of “attack” — launch an attack or assault on; begin hostilities or start warfare with
From this reading Once the flames attacked the mangroves there was no saying where the mischief might end.
sloping land (especially the slope beside a body of water)
From this reading It appeared to have obtained a grip upon the grass on the opposite bank.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading Accounted For Before another quarter of an hour passed the long line of flames was visible to the naked eye.
a slight wind (usually refreshing)
From this reading Fanned by the strong breeze the fire spread rapidly.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Fanned by the strong breeze the fire spread rapidly.
confinedadjectiveUS /kənˈfaɪnd/
not invading healthy tissue
From this reading It seemed as if its activity was by no means confined to the horseshoe loop formed by the river.
either extremity of something that has length
From this reading Once the flames attacked the mangroves there was no saying where the mischief might end.
the organ of sight
From this reading Accounted For Before another quarter of an hour passed the long line of flames was visible to the naked eye.
FannedadjectiveUS /fænd/
especially spread in a fan shape
From this reading Fanned by the strong breeze the fire spread rapidly.
start firing a weapon
From this reading Fanned by the strong breeze the fire spread rapidly.
plural of “flame” — the process of combustion of inflammable materials producing heat and light and (often) smoke
From this reading Accounted For Before another quarter of an hour passed the long line of flames was visible to the naked eye.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Accounted For Before another quarter of an hour passed the long line of flames was visible to the naked eye.
having or given a form or shape
From this reading It seemed as if its activity was by no means confined to the horseshoe loop formed by the river.
shoot down, of birds
From this reading It appeared to have obtained a grip upon the grass on the opposite bank.
gripnounUS /ɡrɪp/
the act of grasping
From this reading It appeared to have obtained a grip upon the grass on the opposite bank.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading It appeared to have obtained a grip upon the grass on the opposite bank.
horseshoenounUS /ˈhɔːrsʃuː/
game equipment consisting of an open ring of iron used in playing horseshoes
From this reading It seemed as if its activity was by no means confined to the horseshoe loop formed by the river.
a period of time equal to 1/24th of a day
From this reading Accounted For Before another quarter of an hour passed the long line of flames was visible to the naked eye.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading It seemed as if its activity was by no means confined to the horseshoe loop formed by the river.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It seemed as if its activity was by no means confined to the horseshoe loop formed by the river.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading It seemed as if its activity was by no means confined to the horseshoe loop formed by the river.
a formation of people or things one beside another
From this reading Accounted For Before another quarter of an hour passed the long line of flames was visible to the naked eye.
primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified
From this reading Accounted For Before another quarter of an hour passed the long line of flames was visible to the naked eye.
loopverbUS /luːp/
move in loops
From this reading It seemed as if its activity was by no means confined to the horseshoe loop formed by the river.
mangroves
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Once the flames attacked the mangroves there was no saying where the mischief might end.
thing or person that acts to produce a particular effect or achieve an end
From this reading It seemed as if its activity was by no means confined to the horseshoe loop formed by the river.
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading Once the flames attacked the mangroves there was no saying where the mischief might end.
reckless or malicious behavior that causes discomfort or annoyance in others
From this reading Once the flames attacked the mangroves there was no saying where the mischief might end.
nakedadjectiveUS /ˈneɪkəd/
completely unclothed
From this reading Accounted For Before another quarter of an hour passed the long line of flames was visible to the naked eye.
not any; not one
From this reading It seemed as if its activity was by no means confined to the horseshoe loop formed by the river.
past form of “obtain” — come into possession of
From this reading It appeared to have obtained a grip upon the grass on the opposite bank.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Accounted For Before another quarter of an hour passed the long line of flames was visible to the naked eye.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading It appeared to have obtained a grip upon the grass on the opposite bank.
on one occasion
From this reading Once the flames attacked the mangroves there was no saying where the mischief might end.
being directly across from each other; facing
From this reading It appeared to have obtained a grip upon the grass on the opposite bank.
past form of “pass” — go across or through
From this reading Accounted For Before another quarter of an hour passed the long line of flames was visible to the naked eye.
one of four equal parts
From this reading Accounted For Before another quarter of an hour passed the long line of flames was visible to the naked eye.
with speed
From this reading Fanned by the strong breeze the fire spread rapidly.
a large natural stream of water (larger than a creek)
From this reading It seemed as if its activity was by no means confined to the horseshoe loop formed by the river.
a word or phrase that particular people use in particular situations
From this reading Once the flames attacked the mangroves there was no saying where the mischief might end.
past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading It seemed as if its activity was by no means confined to the horseshoe loop formed by the river.
distribute or disperse widely
From this reading Fanned by the strong breeze the fire spread rapidly.
having strength or power greater than average or expected
From this reading Fanned by the strong breeze the fire spread rapidly.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Accounted For Before another quarter of an hour passed the long line of flames was visible to the naked eye.
in or at that place or location
From this reading Once the flames attacked the mangroves there was no saying where the mischief might end.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Accounted For Before another quarter of an hour passed the long line of flames was visible to the naked eye.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading It appeared to have obtained a grip upon the grass on the opposite bank.
capable of being seen; or open to easy view
From this reading Accounted For Before another quarter of an hour passed the long line of flames was visible to the naked eye.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Accounted For Before another quarter of an hour passed the long line of flames was visible to the naked eye.
in or at the place that
From this reading Once the flames attacked the mangroves there was no saying where the mischief might end.
