used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading THE CALL OF THE RED CROSS Despite the enthralling interest of her new work and surroundings, it seemed to Rose, during the year after she gained entrance to the temple of her desire, that her life was standing still, while all things else were speeding by her at a breakneck pace.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading THE CALL OF THE RED CROSS Despite the enthralling interest of her new work and surroundings, it seemed to Rose, during the year after she gained entrance to the temple of her desire, that her life was standing still, while all things else were speeding by her at a breakneck pace.
(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 CALL OF THE RED CROSS Despite the enthralling interest of her new work and surroundings, it seemed to Rose, during the year after she gained entrance to the temple of her desire, that her life was standing still, while all things else were speeding by her at a breakneck pace.
(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
From this reading Then, suddenly, it was as though that swift little river had fallen into a broad, quiet basin, walled in, where it moved forward almost imperceptibly.
alongprepositionUS /əˈlɔːŋ/
following the length of something from one end toward the other
From this reading It had seemed to her, somehow, as though her existence had been patterned after her own turbulent mountain stream, which danced along through sunshine and shade, with here and there a ravine and cataract, here and there a rapid or impeding boulder in its course; but always moving, moving.
at all times; all the time and on every occasion
From this reading It had seemed to her, somehow, as though her existence had been patterned after her own turbulent mountain stream, which danced along through sunshine and shade, with here and there a ravine and cataract, here and there a rapid or impeding boulder in its course; but always moving, moving.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading THE CALL OF THE RED CROSS Despite the enthralling interest of her new work and surroundings, it seemed to Rose, during the year after she gained entrance to the temple of her desire, that her life was standing still, while all things else were speeding by her at a breakneck pace.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading It had seemed to her, somehow, as though her existence had been patterned after her own turbulent mountain stream, which danced along through sunshine and shade, with here and there a ravine and cataract, here and there a rapid or impeding boulder in its course; but always moving, moving.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading THE CALL OF THE RED CROSS Despite the enthralling interest of her new work and surroundings, it seemed to Rose, during the year after she gained entrance to the temple of her desire, that her life was standing still, while all things else were speeding by her at a breakneck pace.
basinnounUS /ˈbeɪsən/
a bowl-shaped vessel; usually used for holding food or liquids
From this reading Then, suddenly, it was as though that swift little river had fallen into a broad, quiet basin, walled in, where it moved forward almost imperceptibly.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading It had never been so before.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading It had never been so before.
bouldernounUS /ˈboʊldər/
a large smooth mass of rock detached from its place of origin
From this reading It had seemed to her, somehow, as though her existence had been patterned after her own turbulent mountain stream, which danced along through sunshine and shade, with here and there a ravine and cataract, here and there a rapid or impeding boulder in its course; but always moving, moving.
breakneckadjectiveUS /ˈbreɪknek/
moving at very high speed
From this reading THE CALL OF THE RED CROSS Despite the enthralling interest of her new work and surroundings, it seemed to Rose, during the year after she gained entrance to the temple of her desire, that her life was standing still, while all things else were speeding by her at a breakneck pace.
having great (or a certain) extent from one side to the other
From this reading Then, suddenly, it was as though that swift little river had fallen into a broad, quiet basin, walled in, where it moved forward almost imperceptibly.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading It had seemed to her, somehow, as though her existence had been patterned after her own turbulent mountain stream, which danced along through sunshine and shade, with here and there a ravine and cataract, here and there a rapid or impeding boulder in its course; but always moving, moving.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading THE CALL OF THE RED CROSS Despite the enthralling interest of her new work and surroundings, it seemed to Rose, during the year after she gained entrance to the temple of her desire, that her life was standing still, while all things else were speeding by her at a breakneck pace.
assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading THE CALL OF THE RED CROSS Despite the enthralling interest of her new work and surroundings, it seemed to Rose, during the year after she gained entrance to the temple of her desire, that her life was standing still, while all things else were speeding by her at a breakneck pace.
cataractnounUS /ˈkætərækt/
an eye disease that involves the clouding or opacification of the natural lens of the eye
From this reading It had seemed to her, somehow, as though her existence had been patterned after her own turbulent mountain stream, which danced along through sunshine and shade, with here and there a ravine and cataract, here and there a rapid or impeding boulder in its course; but always moving, moving.
education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings
From this reading It had seemed to her, somehow, as though her existence had been patterned after her own turbulent mountain stream, which danced along through sunshine and shade, with here and there a ravine and cataract, here and there a rapid or impeding boulder in its course; but always moving, moving.
travel across or pass over
From this reading THE CALL OF THE RED CROSS Despite the enthralling interest of her new work and surroundings, it seemed to Rose, during the year after she gained entrance to the temple of her desire, that her life was standing still, while all things else were speeding by her at a breakneck pace.
dancedverbUS /dænst/
past form of “dance” — move in a graceful and rhythmical way
From this reading It had seemed to her, somehow, as though her existence had been patterned after her own turbulent mountain stream, which danced along through sunshine and shade, with here and there a ravine and cataract, here and there a rapid or impeding boulder in its course; but always moving, moving.
the feeling that accompanies an unsatisfied state
From this reading THE CALL OF THE RED CROSS Despite the enthralling interest of her new work and surroundings, it seemed to Rose, during the year after she gained entrance to the temple of her desire, that her life was standing still, while all things else were speeding by her at a breakneck pace.
DespiteprepositionUS /dɪˈspaɪt/
although something is true; in spite of
From this reading THE CALL OF THE RED CROSS Despite the enthralling interest of her new work and surroundings, it seemed to Rose, during the year after she gained entrance to the temple of her desire, that her life was standing still, while all things else were speeding by her at a breakneck pace.
all through a period, or at some point within it
From this reading THE CALL OF THE RED CROSS Despite the enthralling interest of her new work and surroundings, it seemed to Rose, during the year after she gained entrance to the temple of her desire, that her life was standing still, while all things else were speeding by her at a breakneck pace.
else
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From this reading THE CALL OF THE RED CROSS Despite the enthralling interest of her new work and surroundings, it seemed to Rose, during the year after she gained entrance to the temple of her desire, that her life was standing still, while all things else were speeding by her at a breakneck pace.
enthrallingadjective
capturing interest as if by a spell
From this reading THE CALL OF THE RED CROSS Despite the enthralling interest of her new work and surroundings, it seemed to Rose, during the year after she gained entrance to the temple of her desire, that her life was standing still, while all things else were speeding by her at a breakneck pace.
something that provides access (to get in or get out)
From this reading THE CALL OF THE RED CROSS Despite the enthralling interest of her new work and surroundings, it seemed to Rose, during the year after she gained entrance to the temple of her desire, that her life was standing still, while all things else were speeding by her at a breakneck pace.
divisible by two
From this reading Even in the isolation and simplicity of her former home she had felt that she was a part of it all.
the state or fact of existing
From this reading It had seemed to her, somehow, as though her existence had been patterned after her own turbulent mountain stream, which danced along through sunshine and shade, with here and there a ravine and cataract, here and there a rapid or impeding boulder in its course; but always moving, moving.
having dropped by the force of gravity
From this reading Then, suddenly, it was as though that swift little river had fallen into a broad, quiet basin, walled in, where it moved forward almost imperceptibly.
mat together and make felt-like
From this reading Even in the isolation and simplicity of her former home she had felt that she was a part of it all.
referring to the first of two things or persons mentioned (or the earlier one or ones of several)
From this reading Even in the isolation and simplicity of her former home she had felt that she was a part of it all.
at or to or toward the front
From this reading Then, suddenly, it was as though that swift little river had fallen into a broad, quiet basin, walled in, where it moved forward almost imperceptibly.
past form of “gain” — obtain
From this reading THE CALL OF THE RED CROSS Despite the enthralling interest of her new work and surroundings, it seemed to Rose, during the year after she gained entrance to the temple of her desire, that her life was standing still, while all things else were speeding by her at a breakneck pace.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading It had never been so before.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading THE CALL OF THE RED CROSS Despite the enthralling interest of her new work and surroundings, it seemed to Rose, during the year after she gained entrance to the temple of her desire, that her life was standing still, while all things else were speeding by her at a breakneck pace.
in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is
From this reading It had seemed to her, somehow, as though her existence had been patterned after her own turbulent mountain stream, which danced along through sunshine and shade, with here and there a ravine and cataract, here and there a rapid or impeding boulder in its course; but always moving, moving.
where you live at a particular time
From this reading Even in the isolation and simplicity of her former home she had felt that she was a part of it all.
impedingadjectiveUS /ˌɪmˈpiːdɪŋ/
preventing movement
From this reading It had seemed to her, somehow, as though her existence had been patterned after her own turbulent mountain stream, which danced along through sunshine and shade, with here and there a ravine and cataract, here and there a rapid or impeding boulder in its course; but always moving, moving.
imperceptiblyadverbUS /ˌɪmpərˈseptɪbli/
in an imperceptible manner or to an imperceptible degree
From this reading Then, suddenly, it was as though that swift little river had fallen into a broad, quiet basin, walled in, where it moved forward almost imperceptibly.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Even in the isolation and simplicity of her former home she had felt that she was a part of it all.
a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something
From this reading THE CALL OF THE RED CROSS Despite the enthralling interest of her new work and surroundings, it seemed to Rose, during the year after she gained entrance to the temple of her desire, that her life was standing still, while all things else were speeding by her at a breakneck pace.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading Then, suddenly, it was as though that swift little river had fallen into a broad, quiet basin, walled in, where it moved forward almost imperceptibly.
isolationnounUS /ˌaɪsəˈleɪʃən/
a state of separation between persons or groups
From this reading Even in the isolation and simplicity of her former home she had felt that she was a part of it all.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading THE CALL OF THE RED CROSS Despite the enthralling interest of her new work and surroundings, it seemed to Rose, during the year after she gained entrance to the temple of her desire, that her life was standing still, while all things else were speeding by her at a breakneck pace.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading It had seemed to her, somehow, as though her existence had been patterned after her own turbulent mountain stream, which danced along through sunshine and shade, with here and there a ravine and cataract, here and there a rapid or impeding boulder in its course; but always moving, moving.
a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading THE CALL OF THE RED CROSS Despite the enthralling interest of her new work and surroundings, it seemed to Rose, during the year after she gained entrance to the temple of her desire, that her life was standing still, while all things else were speeding by her at a breakneck pace.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading Then, suddenly, it was as though that swift little river had fallen into a broad, quiet basin, walled in, where it moved forward almost imperceptibly.
a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill
From this reading It had seemed to her, somehow, as though her existence had been patterned after her own turbulent mountain stream, which danced along through sunshine and shade, with here and there a ravine and cataract, here and there a rapid or impeding boulder in its course; but always moving, moving.
being excited or provoked to the expression of an emotion
From this reading Then, suddenly, it was as though that swift little river had fallen into a broad, quiet basin, walled in, where it moved forward almost imperceptibly.
in motion
From this reading It had seemed to her, somehow, as though her existence had been patterned after her own turbulent mountain stream, which danced along through sunshine and shade, with here and there a ravine and cataract, here and there a rapid or impeding boulder in its course; but always moving, moving.
not ever; at no time in the past or future
From this reading It had never been so before.
not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered
From this reading THE CALL OF THE RED CROSS Despite the enthralling interest of her new work and surroundings, it seemed to Rose, during the year after she gained entrance to the temple of her desire, that her life was standing still, while all things else were speeding by her at a breakneck pace.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading THE CALL OF THE RED CROSS Despite the enthralling interest of her new work and surroundings, it seemed to Rose, during the year after she gained entrance to the temple of her desire, that her life was standing still, while all things else were speeding by her at a breakneck pace.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading It had seemed to her, somehow, as though her existence had been patterned after her own turbulent mountain stream, which danced along through sunshine and shade, with here and there a ravine and cataract, here and there a rapid or impeding boulder in its course; but always moving, moving.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading It had seemed to her, somehow, as though her existence had been patterned after her own turbulent mountain stream, which danced along through sunshine and shade, with here and there a ravine and cataract, here and there a rapid or impeding boulder in its course; but always moving, moving.
the rate of moving (especially walking or running)
From this reading THE CALL OF THE RED CROSS Despite the enthralling interest of her new work and surroundings, it seemed to Rose, during the year after she gained entrance to the temple of her desire, that her life was standing still, while all things else were speeding by her at a breakneck pace.
something determined in relation to something that includes it
From this reading Even in the isolation and simplicity of her former home she had felt that she was a part of it all.
patternedadjectiveUS /ˈpætərnd/
having patterns (especially colorful patterns)
From this reading It had seemed to her, somehow, as though her existence had been patterned after her own turbulent mountain stream, which danced along through sunshine and shade, with here and there a ravine and cataract, here and there a rapid or impeding boulder in its course; but always moving, moving.
quietadjectiveUS /ˈkwaɪət/
characterized by an absence or near absence of agitation or activity
From this reading Then, suddenly, it was as though that swift little river had fallen into a broad, quiet basin, walled in, where it moved forward almost imperceptibly.
rapidadjectiveUS /ˈræpəd/
done or occurring in a brief period of time
From this reading It had seemed to her, somehow, as though her existence had been patterned after her own turbulent mountain stream, which danced along through sunshine and shade, with here and there a ravine and cataract, here and there a rapid or impeding boulder in its course; but always moving, moving.
ravinenounUS /rəˈviːn/
a deep narrow steep-sided valley (especially one formed by running water)
From this reading It had seemed to her, somehow, as though her existence had been patterned after her own turbulent mountain stream, which danced along through sunshine and shade, with here and there a ravine and cataract, here and there a rapid or impeding boulder in its course; but always moving, moving.
red color or pigment; the chromatic color resembling the hue of blood
From this reading THE CALL OF THE RED CROSS Despite the enthralling interest of her new work and surroundings, it seemed to Rose, during the year after she gained entrance to the temple of her desire, that her life was standing still, while all things else were speeding by her at a breakneck pace.
a large natural stream of water (larger than a creek)
From this reading Then, suddenly, it was as though that swift little river had fallen into a broad, quiet basin, walled in, where it moved forward almost imperceptibly.
any of many shrubs of the genus Rosa that bear roses
From this reading THE CALL OF THE RED CROSS Despite the enthralling interest of her new work and surroundings, it seemed to Rose, during the year after she gained entrance to the temple of her desire, that her life was standing still, while all things else were speeding by her at a breakneck pace.
past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading THE CALL OF THE RED CROSS Despite the enthralling interest of her new work and surroundings, it seemed to Rose, during the year after she gained entrance to the temple of her desire, that her life was standing still, while all things else were speeding by her at a breakneck pace.
relative darkness caused by light rays being intercepted by an opaque body
From this reading It had seemed to her, somehow, as though her existence had been patterned after her own turbulent mountain stream, which danced along through sunshine and shade, with here and there a ravine and cataract, here and there a rapid or impeding boulder in its course; but always moving, moving.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading THE CALL OF THE RED CROSS Despite the enthralling interest of her new work and surroundings, it seemed to Rose, during the year after she gained entrance to the temple of her desire, that her life was standing still, while all things else were speeding by her at a breakneck pace.
simplicitynounUS /sɪmˈplɪsəti/
the quality of being simple or uncompounded
From this reading Even in the isolation and simplicity of her former home she had felt that she was a part of it all.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading It had never been so before.
in some unspecified way or manner; or by some unspecified means
From this reading It had seemed to her, somehow, as though her existence had been patterned after her own turbulent mountain stream, which danced along through sunshine and shade, with here and there a ravine and cataract, here and there a rapid or impeding boulder in its course; but always moving, moving.
speedingnounUS /ˈspiːdɪŋ/
changing location rapidly
From this reading THE CALL OF THE RED CROSS Despite the enthralling interest of her new work and surroundings, it seemed to Rose, during the year after she gained entrance to the temple of her desire, that her life was standing still, while all things else were speeding by her at a breakneck pace.
having a supporting base
From this reading THE CALL OF THE RED CROSS Despite the enthralling interest of her new work and surroundings, it seemed to Rose, during the year after she gained entrance to the temple of her desire, that her life was standing still, while all things else were speeding by her at a breakneck pace.
not in physical motion
From this reading THE CALL OF THE RED CROSS Despite the enthralling interest of her new work and surroundings, it seemed to Rose, during the year after she gained entrance to the temple of her desire, that her life was standing still, while all things else were speeding by her at a breakneck pace.
a natural body of running water flowing on or under the earth
From this reading It had seemed to her, somehow, as though her existence had been patterned after her own turbulent mountain stream, which danced along through sunshine and shade, with here and there a ravine and cataract, here and there a rapid or impeding boulder in its course; but always moving, moving.
happening unexpectedly
From this reading Then, suddenly, it was as though that swift little river had fallen into a broad, quiet basin, walled in, where it moved forward almost imperceptibly.
the rays of the sun
From this reading It had seemed to her, somehow, as though her existence had been patterned after her own turbulent mountain stream, which danced along through sunshine and shade, with here and there a ravine and cataract, here and there a rapid or impeding boulder in its course; but always moving, moving.
surroundingsnounUS /sərˈaʊndɪŋz/
the environmental condition
From this reading THE CALL OF THE RED CROSS Despite the enthralling interest of her new work and surroundings, it seemed to Rose, during the year after she gained entrance to the temple of her desire, that her life was standing still, while all things else were speeding by her at a breakneck pace.
moving very fast
From this reading Then, suddenly, it was as though that swift little river had fallen into a broad, quiet basin, walled in, where it moved forward almost imperceptibly.
place of worship consisting of an edifice for the worship of a deity
From this reading THE CALL OF THE RED CROSS Despite the enthralling interest of her new work and surroundings, it seemed to Rose, during the year after she gained entrance to the temple of her desire, that her life was standing still, while all things else were speeding by her at a breakneck pace.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading THE CALL OF THE RED CROSS Despite the enthralling interest of her new work and surroundings, it seemed to Rose, during the year after she gained entrance to the temple of her desire, that her life was standing still, while all things else were speeding by her at a breakneck pace.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE CALL OF THE RED CROSS Despite the enthralling interest of her new work and surroundings, it seemed to Rose, during the year after she gained entrance to the temple of her desire, that her life was standing still, while all things else were speeding by her at a breakneck pace.
subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)
From this reading Then, suddenly, it was as though that swift little river had fallen into a broad, quiet basin, walled in, where it moved forward almost imperceptibly.
in or at that place or location
From this reading It had seemed to her, somehow, as though her existence had been patterned after her own turbulent mountain stream, which danced along through sunshine and shade, with here and there a ravine and cataract, here and there a rapid or impeding boulder in its course; but always moving, moving.
any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)
From this reading THE CALL OF THE RED CROSS Despite the enthralling interest of her new work and surroundings, it seemed to Rose, during the year after she gained entrance to the temple of her desire, that her life was standing still, while all things else were speeding by her at a breakneck pace.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading It had seemed to her, somehow, as though her existence had been patterned after her own turbulent mountain stream, which danced along through sunshine and shade, with here and there a ravine and cataract, here and there a rapid or impeding boulder in its course; but always moving, moving.
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading It had seemed to her, somehow, as though her existence had been patterned after her own turbulent mountain stream, which danced along through sunshine and shade, with here and there a ravine and cataract, here and there a rapid or impeding boulder in its course; but always moving, moving.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading THE CALL OF THE RED CROSS Despite the enthralling interest of her new work and surroundings, it seemed to Rose, during the year after she gained entrance to the temple of her desire, that her life was standing still, while all things else were speeding by her at a breakneck pace.
turbulentadjectiveUS /ˈtɜːrbjələnt/
characterized by unrest or disorder or insubordination
From this reading It had seemed to her, somehow, as though her existence had been patterned after her own turbulent mountain stream, which danced along through sunshine and shade, with here and there a ravine and cataract, here and there a rapid or impeding boulder in its course; but always moving, moving.
walledverbUS /wɔːld/
past form of “wall” — surround with a wall in order to fortify
From this reading Then, suddenly, it was as though that swift little river had fallen into a broad, quiet basin, walled in, where it moved forward almost imperceptibly.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading THE CALL OF THE RED CROSS Despite the enthralling interest of her new work and surroundings, it seemed to Rose, during the year after she gained entrance to the temple of her desire, that her life was standing still, while all things else were speeding by her at a breakneck pace.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading THE CALL OF THE RED CROSS Despite the enthralling interest of her new work and surroundings, it seemed to Rose, during the year after she gained entrance to the temple of her desire, that her life was standing still, while all things else were speeding by her at a breakneck pace.
in or at the place that
From this reading Then, suddenly, it was as though that swift little river had fallen into a broad, quiet basin, walled in, where it moved forward almost imperceptibly.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading It had seemed to her, somehow, as though her existence had been patterned after her own turbulent mountain stream, which danced along through sunshine and shade, with here and there a ravine and cataract, here and there a rapid or impeding boulder in its course; but always moving, moving.
whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading THE CALL OF THE RED CROSS Despite the enthralling interest of her new work and surroundings, it seemed to Rose, during the year after she gained entrance to the temple of her desire, that her life was standing still, while all things else were speeding by her at a breakneck pace.
in the company of; together with
From this reading It had seemed to her, somehow, as though her existence had been patterned after her own turbulent mountain stream, which danced along through sunshine and shade, with here and there a ravine and cataract, here and there a rapid or impeding boulder in its course; but always moving, moving.
exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity
From this reading THE CALL OF THE RED CROSS Despite the enthralling interest of her new work and surroundings, it seemed to Rose, during the year after she gained entrance to the temple of her desire, that her life was standing still, while all things else were speeding by her at a breakneck pace.
a period of time containing 365 (or 366) days
From this reading THE CALL OF THE RED CROSS Despite the enthralling interest of her new work and surroundings, it seemed to Rose, during the year after she gained entrance to the temple of her desire, that her life was standing still, while all things else were speeding by her at a breakneck pace.
