used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading It is only while I am thinking of other matters,--only while I am acting almost automatically,--that I can thread a dense crowd with ease.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading Furthermore, I find that whenever automatic, or at least semi-conscious, action is replaced by reasoned action--in plainer words, whenever I begin to think about my movements--I always blunder.
the performance of a part or role in a drama
From this reading It is only while I am thinking of other matters,--only while I am acting almost automatically,--that I can thread a dense crowd with ease.
something done (usually as opposed to something said)
From this reading Furthermore, I find that whenever automatic, or at least semi-conscious, action is replaced by reasoned action--in plainer words, whenever I begin to think about my movements--I always blunder.
(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 Indeed, my personal experience has convinced me that what pilots one quickly and safely through a thick press is not conscious observation at all, but unreasoning, intuitive perception.
(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
From this reading It is only while I am thinking of other matters,--only while I am acting almost automatically,--that I can thread a dense crowd with ease.
at all times; all the time and on every occasion
From this reading Furthermore, I find that whenever automatic, or at least semi-conscious, action is replaced by reasoned action--in plainer words, whenever I begin to think about my movements--I always blunder.
the form of “be” used with “I”
From this reading It is only while I am thinking of other matters,--only while I am acting almost automatically,--that I can thread a dense crowd with ease.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Indeed, my personal experience has convinced me that what pilots one quickly and safely through a thick press is not conscious observation at all, but unreasoning, intuitive perception.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading Now intuitive action of any kind represents inherited knowledge, the experience of past lives,--in this case the experience of past lives incalculable.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Furthermore, I find that whenever automatic, or at least semi-conscious, action is replaced by reasoned action--in plainer words, whenever I begin to think about my movements--I always blunder.
automaticadjectiveUS /ˌɔːtəˈmætɪk/
operating with minimal human intervention; independent of external control
From this reading Furthermore, I find that whenever automatic, or at least semi-conscious, action is replaced by reasoned action--in plainer words, whenever I begin to think about my movements--I always blunder.
automaticallyadverbUS /ˌɔːtəˈmætɪkli/
in a reflex manner
From this reading It is only while I am thinking of other matters,--only while I am acting almost automatically,--that I can thread a dense crowd with ease.
take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading Furthermore, I find that whenever automatic, or at least semi-conscious, action is replaced by reasoned action--in plainer words, whenever I begin to think about my movements--I always blunder.
blunderverbUS /ˈblʌndər/
commit a faux pas or a fault or make a serious mistake
From this reading Furthermore, I find that whenever automatic, or at least semi-conscious, action is replaced by reasoned action--in plainer words, whenever I begin to think about my movements--I always blunder.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Indeed, my personal experience has convinced me that what pilots one quickly and safely through a thick press is not conscious observation at all, but unreasoning, intuitive perception.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Furthermore, I find that whenever automatic, or at least semi-conscious, action is replaced by reasoned action--in plainer words, whenever I begin to think about my movements--I always blunder.
to be able to, or to be allowed to
From this reading It is only while I am thinking of other matters,--only while I am acting almost automatically,--that I can thread a dense crowd with ease.
an occurrence of something
From this reading Now intuitive action of any kind represents inherited knowledge, the experience of past lives,--in this case the experience of past lives incalculable.
intentionally conceived
From this reading Indeed, my personal experience has convinced me that what pilots one quickly and safely through a thick press is not conscious observation at all, but unreasoning, intuitive perception.
persuaded of; very sure
From this reading Indeed, my personal experience has convinced me that what pilots one quickly and safely through a thick press is not conscious observation at all, but unreasoning, intuitive perception.
cause to herd, drive, or crowd together
From this reading It is only while I am thinking of other matters,--only while I am acting almost automatically,--that I can thread a dense crowd with ease.
denseadjectiveUS /dens/
permitting little if any light to pass through because of denseness of matter
From this reading It is only while I am thinking of other matters,--only while I am acting almost automatically,--that I can thread a dense crowd with ease.
move gently or carefully
From this reading It is only while I am thinking of other matters,--only while I am acting almost automatically,--that I can thread a dense crowd with ease.
undergo or live through a difficult experience
From this reading Indeed, my personal experience has convinced me that what pilots one quickly and safely through a thick press is not conscious observation at all, but unreasoning, intuitive perception.
come upon, as if by accident; meet with
From this reading Furthermore, I find that whenever automatic, or at least semi-conscious, action is replaced by reasoned action--in plainer words, whenever I begin to think about my movements--I always blunder.
FurthermoreadverbUS /ˈfɜːrðərmɔːr/
in addition
From this reading Furthermore, I find that whenever automatic, or at least semi-conscious, action is replaced by reasoned action--in plainer words, whenever I begin to think about my movements--I always blunder.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Indeed, my personal experience has convinced me that what pilots one quickly and safely through a thick press is not conscious observation at all, but unreasoning, intuitive perception.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading Furthermore, I find that whenever automatic, or at least semi-conscious, action is replaced by reasoned action--in plainer words, whenever I begin to think about my movements--I always blunder.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Furthermore, I find that whenever automatic, or at least semi-conscious, action is replaced by reasoned action--in plainer words, whenever I begin to think about my movements--I always blunder.
incalculableadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈkælkjələbəl/
not able to be computed or enumerated
From this reading Now intuitive action of any kind represents inherited knowledge, the experience of past lives,--in this case the experience of past lives incalculable.
in truth (often tends to intensify)
From this reading Indeed, my personal experience has convinced me that what pilots one quickly and safely through a thick press is not conscious observation at all, but unreasoning, intuitive perception.
inheritedadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈherətɪd/
occurring among members of a family usually by heredity
From this reading Now intuitive action of any kind represents inherited knowledge, the experience of past lives,--in this case the experience of past lives incalculable.
intuitiveadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈtuːətɪv/
spontaneously derived from or prompted by a natural tendency
From this reading Indeed, my personal experience has convinced me that what pilots one quickly and safely through a thick press is not conscious observation at all, but unreasoning, intuitive perception.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Furthermore, I find that whenever automatic, or at least semi-conscious, action is replaced by reasoned action--in plainer words, whenever I begin to think about my movements--I always blunder.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It is only while I am thinking of other matters,--only while I am acting almost automatically,--that I can thread a dense crowd with ease.
having or showing a tender and considerate and helpful nature; used especially of persons and their behavior
From this reading Now intuitive action of any kind represents inherited knowledge, the experience of past lives,--in this case the experience of past lives incalculable.
the psychological result of perception and learning and reasoning
From this reading Now intuitive action of any kind represents inherited knowledge, the experience of past lives,--in this case the experience of past lives incalculable.
the superlative of “little” that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by “the”; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or extent or degree
From this reading Furthermore, I find that whenever automatic, or at least semi-conscious, action is replaced by reasoned action--in plainer words, whenever I begin to think about my movements--I always blunder.
plural of “life” — a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading Now intuitive action of any kind represents inherited knowledge, the experience of past lives,--in this case the experience of past lives incalculable.
plural of “matter” — a vaguely specified concern
From this reading It is only while I am thinking of other matters,--only while I am acting almost automatically,--that I can thread a dense crowd with ease.
the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Indeed, my personal experience has convinced me that what pilots one quickly and safely through a thick press is not conscious observation at all, but unreasoning, intuitive perception.
plural of “movement” — a change of position that does not entail a change of location
From this reading Furthermore, I find that whenever automatic, or at least semi-conscious, action is replaced by reasoned action--in plainer words, whenever I begin to think about my movements--I always blunder.
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading Furthermore, I find that whenever automatic, or at least semi-conscious, action is replaced by reasoned action--in plainer words, whenever I begin to think about my movements--I always blunder.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Indeed, my personal experience has convinced me that what pilots one quickly and safely through a thick press is not conscious observation at all, but unreasoning, intuitive perception.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading Now intuitive action of any kind represents inherited knowledge, the experience of past lives,--in this case the experience of past lives incalculable.
the act of making and recording a measurement
From this reading Indeed, my personal experience has convinced me that what pilots one quickly and safely through a thick press is not conscious observation at all, but unreasoning, intuitive perception.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading It is only while I am thinking of other matters,--only while I am acting almost automatically,--that I can thread a dense crowd with ease.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading Indeed, my personal experience has convinced me that what pilots one quickly and safely through a thick press is not conscious observation at all, but unreasoning, intuitive perception.
and nothing more
From this reading It is only while I am thinking of other matters,--only while I am acting almost automatically,--that I can thread a dense crowd with ease.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading Furthermore, I find that whenever automatic, or at least semi-conscious, action is replaced by reasoned action--in plainer words, whenever I begin to think about my movements--I always blunder.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading It is only while I am thinking of other matters,--only while I am acting almost automatically,--that I can thread a dense crowd with ease.
the time that has elapsed
From this reading Now intuitive action of any kind represents inherited knowledge, the experience of past lives,--in this case the experience of past lives incalculable.
perceptionnounUS /pərˈsepʃən/
the representation of what is perceived; basic component in the formation of a concept
From this reading Indeed, my personal experience has convinced me that what pilots one quickly and safely through a thick press is not conscious observation at all, but unreasoning, intuitive perception.
concerning or affecting a particular person or his or her private life and personality
From this reading Indeed, my personal experience has convinced me that what pilots one quickly and safely through a thick press is not conscious observation at all, but unreasoning, intuitive perception.
pilotsnounUS /ˈpaɪləts/
plural of “pilot” — someone who is licensed to operate an aircraft in flight
From this reading Indeed, my personal experience has convinced me that what pilots one quickly and safely through a thick press is not conscious observation at all, but unreasoning, intuitive perception.
plaineradjectiveUS /ˈpleɪnər/
comparative of “plain” — clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment
From this reading Furthermore, I find that whenever automatic, or at least semi-conscious, action is replaced by reasoned action--in plainer words, whenever I begin to think about my movements--I always blunder.
exert pressure or force to or upon
From this reading Indeed, my personal experience has convinced me that what pilots one quickly and safely through a thick press is not conscious observation at all, but unreasoning, intuitive perception.
with speed
From this reading Indeed, my personal experience has convinced me that what pilots one quickly and safely through a thick press is not conscious observation at all, but unreasoning, intuitive perception.
reasonedadjectiveUS /ˈriːzənd/
logically valid
From this reading Furthermore, I find that whenever automatic, or at least semi-conscious, action is replaced by reasoned action--in plainer words, whenever I begin to think about my movements--I always blunder.
replacedverbUS /ˌriːˈpleɪst/
past form of “replace” — substitute a person or thing for (another that is broken or inefficient or lost or no longer working or yielding what is expected)
From this reading Furthermore, I find that whenever automatic, or at least semi-conscious, action is replaced by reasoned action--in plainer words, whenever I begin to think about my movements--I always blunder.
representsverbUS /ˌreprɪˈzents/
third-person singular of “represent” — take the place of or be parallel or equivalent to
From this reading Now intuitive action of any kind represents inherited knowledge, the experience of past lives,--in this case the experience of past lives incalculable.
with safety; in a safe manner
From this reading Indeed, my personal experience has convinced me that what pilots one quickly and safely through a thick press is not conscious observation at all, but unreasoning, intuitive perception.
semi-conscious
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From this reading Furthermore, I find that whenever automatic, or at least semi-conscious, action is replaced by reasoned action--in plainer words, whenever I begin to think about my movements--I always blunder.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Furthermore, I find that whenever automatic, or at least semi-conscious, action is replaced by reasoned action--in plainer words, whenever I begin to think about my movements--I always blunder.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Now intuitive action of any kind represents inherited knowledge, the experience of past lives,--in this case the experience of past lives incalculable.
not thin; of a specific thickness or of relatively great extent from one surface to the opposite usually in the smallest of the three solid dimensions
From this reading Indeed, my personal experience has convinced me that what pilots one quickly and safely through a thick press is not conscious observation at all, but unreasoning, intuitive perception.
judge or regard; look upon; judge
From this reading Furthermore, I find that whenever automatic, or at least semi-conscious, action is replaced by reasoned action--in plainer words, whenever I begin to think about my movements--I always blunder.
the process of using your mind to consider something carefully
From this reading It is only while I am thinking of other matters,--only while I am acting almost automatically,--that I can thread a dense crowd with ease.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading Now intuitive action of any kind represents inherited knowledge, the experience of past lives,--in this case the experience of past lives incalculable.
threadverbUS /θred/
to move or cause to move in a sinuous, spiral, or circular course
From this reading It is only while I am thinking of other matters,--only while I am acting almost automatically,--that I can thread a dense crowd with ease.
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading Indeed, my personal experience has convinced me that what pilots one quickly and safely through a thick press is not conscious observation at all, but unreasoning, intuitive perception.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Furthermore, I find that whenever automatic, or at least semi-conscious, action is replaced by reasoned action--in plainer words, whenever I begin to think about my movements--I always blunder.
unreasoningadjectiveUS /ənˈriːznɪŋ/
not based on reason or evidence
From this reading Indeed, my personal experience has convinced me that what pilots one quickly and safely through a thick press is not conscious observation at all, but unreasoning, intuitive perception.
completely and without qualification; used informally as intensifiers
From this reading Utterly incalculable....
used to ask for information about something
From this reading Indeed, my personal experience has convinced me that what pilots one quickly and safely through a thick press is not conscious observation at all, but unreasoning, intuitive perception.
at any time that; every time that
From this reading Furthermore, I find that whenever automatic, or at least semi-conscious, action is replaced by reasoned action--in plainer words, whenever I begin to think about my movements--I always blunder.
whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading It is only while I am thinking of other matters,--only while I am acting almost automatically,--that I can thread a dense crowd with ease.
in the company of; together with
From this reading It is only while I am thinking of other matters,--only while I am acting almost automatically,--that I can thread a dense crowd with ease.
the words that are spoken
From this reading Furthermore, I find that whenever automatic, or at least semi-conscious, action is replaced by reasoned action--in plainer words, whenever I begin to think about my movements--I always blunder.
