Chapter IX · Chapter 9

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

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

from one side of something to the other

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

later than; following

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

the part of the day between noon and evening

From this reading The afternoon passed in preparation of monthly reports scheduled to go on the mailboat expected in that evening.

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

From this reading Shaving in the dim light, he watched the plaza merge out of its darkness and fill with the natives passing listlessly to field or waterfront.

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From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

past form of “arrive” — reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

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

From this reading MALABANAN STRIKES Next morning Terry rose as the first sleepy cock challenged the pink-streaked day.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

the hard woody stems of bamboo plants; used in construction and crafts and fishing poles

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

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

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

a room used primarily for sleeping

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

being very thin

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading By nine o'clock he had snapped the company through a sharp drill and by noon had finished the weekly inspection.

past form of “challenge” — take exception to

From this reading MALABANAN STRIKES Next morning Terry rose as the first sleepy cock challenged the pink-streaked day.

ellipse in which the two axes are of equal length; a plane curve generated by one point moving at a constant distance from a fixed point

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

tilt or slant to one side

From this reading MALABANAN STRIKES Next morning Terry rose as the first sleepy cock challenged the pink-streaked day.

a group of people living in a particular local area

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

an institution created to conduct business

From this reading By nine o'clock he had snapped the company through a sharp drill and by noon had finished the weekly inspection.

plural of “couch” — an upholstered seat for more than one person

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

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

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

absence of light or illumination

From this reading Shaving in the dim light, he watched the plaza merge out of its darkness and fill with the natives passing listlessly to field or waterfront.

plural of “daughter” — a female human offspring

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading MALABANAN STRIKES Next morning Terry rose as the first sleepy cock challenged the pink-streaked day.

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

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

lacking in light; not bright or harsh

From this reading Shaving in the dim light, he watched the plaza merge out of its darkness and fill with the natives passing listlessly to field or waterfront.

make a hole, especially with a pointed power or hand tool

From this reading By nine o'clock he had snapped the company through a sharp drill and by noon had finished the weekly inspection.

covered with a layer of dust

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

every one of two or more people or things, taken separately

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)

From this reading The afternoon passed in preparation of monthly reports scheduled to go on the mailboat expected in that evening.

-ing form of “examine” — consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

considered likely or probable to happen or arrive

From this reading The afternoon passed in preparation of monthly reports scheduled to go on the mailboat expected in that evening.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

a piece of land cleared of trees and usually enclosed

From this reading Shaving in the dim light, he watched the plaza merge out of its darkness and fill with the natives passing listlessly to field or waterfront.

make full, also in a metaphorical sense

From this reading Shaving in the dim light, he watched the plaza merge out of its darkness and fill with the natives passing listlessly to field or waterfront.

(of materials or goods) brought to the desired final state

From this reading By nine o'clock he had snapped the company through a sharp drill and by noon had finished the weekly inspection.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading MALABANAN STRIKES Next morning Terry rose as the first sleepy cock challenged the pink-streaked day.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

set up or found

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading The afternoon passed in preparation of monthly reports scheduled to go on the mailboat expected in that evening.

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

From this reading By nine o'clock he had snapped the company through a sharp drill and by noon had finished the weekly inspection.

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 A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

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

From this reading Shaving in the dim light, he watched the plaza merge out of its darkness and fill with the natives passing listlessly to field or waterfront.

plural of “hen” — adult female chicken

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

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

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

used of physical heat; having a high or higher than desirable temperature or giving off heat or feeling or causing a sensation of heat or burning

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

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

From this reading Shaving in the dim light, he watched the plaza merge out of its darkness and fill with the natives passing listlessly to field or waterfront.

a formal or official examination

From this reading By nine o'clock he had snapped the company through a sharp drill and by noon had finished the weekly inspection.

unthinking; prompted by (or as if by) instinct

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

with strained or eager attention

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading Shaving in the dim light, he watched the plaza merge out of its darkness and fill with the natives passing listlessly to field or waterfront.

of comparatively little physical weight or density

From this reading Shaving in the dim light, he watched the plaza merge out of its darkness and fill with the natives passing listlessly to field or waterfront.

in a listless manner

From this reading Shaving in the dim light, he watched the plaza merge out of its darkness and fill with the natives passing listlessly to field or waterfront.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

straightened out

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

a boat for carrying mail

From this reading The afternoon passed in preparation of monthly reports scheduled to go on the mailboat expected in that evening.

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

From this reading MALABANAN STRIKES Next morning Terry rose as the first sleepy cock challenged the pink-streaked day.

become one

From this reading Shaving in the dim light, he watched the plaza merge out of its darkness and fill with the natives passing listlessly to field or waterfront.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

a written account of what transpired at a meeting

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

a periodical that is published every month (or 12 issues per year)

From this reading The afternoon passed in preparation of monthly reports scheduled to go on the mailboat expected in that evening.

the time period between dawn and noon

From this reading MALABANAN STRIKES Next morning Terry rose as the first sleepy cock challenged the pink-streaked day.

plural of “native” — an indigenous person who was born in a particular place

From this reading Shaving in the dim light, he watched the plaza merge out of its darkness and fill with the natives passing listlessly to field or waterfront.

a person who lives (or is located) near another

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

immediately following in time or order

From this reading MALABANAN STRIKES Next morning Terry rose as the first sleepy cock challenged the pink-streaked day.

the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

the cardinal number that is the sum of eight and one

From this reading By nine o'clock he had snapped the company through a sharp drill and by noon had finished the weekly inspection.

the middle of the day

From this reading By nine o'clock he had snapped the company through a sharp drill and by noon had finished the weekly inspection.

according to the clock

From this reading By nine o'clock he had snapped the company through a sharp drill and by noon had finished the weekly inspection.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Shaving in the dim light, he watched the plaza merge out of its darkness and fill with the natives passing listlessly to field or waterfront.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Shaving in the dim light, he watched the plaza merge out of its darkness and fill with the natives passing listlessly to field or waterfront.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading Shaving in the dim light, he watched the plaza merge out of its darkness and fill with the natives passing listlessly to field or waterfront.

past form of “pass” — go across or through

From this reading The afternoon passed in preparation of monthly reports scheduled to go on the mailboat expected in that evening.

(American football) a play that involves one player throwing the ball to a teammate

From this reading Shaving in the dim light, he watched the plaza merge out of its darkness and fill with the natives passing listlessly to field or waterfront.

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

From this reading MALABANAN STRIKES Next morning Terry rose as the first sleepy cock challenged the pink-streaked day.

a public square with room for pedestrians

From this reading Shaving in the dim light, he watched the plaza merge out of its darkness and fill with the natives passing listlessly to field or waterfront.

a structure attached to the exterior of a building often forming a covered entrance

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

the activity of putting or setting in order in advance of some act or purpose

From this reading The afternoon passed in preparation of monthly reports scheduled to go on the mailboat expected in that evening.

plural of “report” — a written document describing the findings of some individual or group

From this reading The afternoon passed in preparation of monthly reports scheduled to go on the mailboat expected in that evening.

an open way (generally public) for travel or transportation

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

any of many shrubs of the genus Rosa that bear roses

From this reading MALABANAN STRIKES Next morning Terry rose as the first sleepy cock challenged the pink-streaked day.

the seventh and last day of the week; observed as the Sabbath by Jews and some Christians

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

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

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

planned or scheduled for some certain time or times

From this reading The afternoon passed in preparation of monthly reports scheduled to go on the mailboat expected in that evening.

a harsh noise made by scraping

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

try to locate or discover, or try to establish the existence of

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

(of something seen or heard) clearly defined

From this reading By nine o'clock he had snapped the company through a sharp drill and by noon had finished the weekly inspection.

the act of removing hair with a razor

From this reading Shaving in the dim light, he watched the plaza merge out of its darkness and fill with the natives passing listlessly to field or waterfront.

primarily temporal sense; indicating or being or seeming to be limited in duration

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

ready to fall asleep

From this reading MALABANAN STRIKES Next morning Terry rose as the first sleepy cock challenged the pink-streaked day.

inflected form of “snap” — utter in an angry, sharp, or abrupt tone

From this reading By nine o'clock he had snapped the company through a sharp drill and by noon had finished the weekly inspection.

not in physical motion

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

Maintained an upright posture.

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

plural of “strike” — a group's refusal to work in protest against low pay or bad work conditions

From this reading MALABANAN STRIKES Next morning Terry rose as the first sleepy cock challenged the pink-streaked day.

a thing constructed; a complex entity constructed of many parts

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

bright and pleasant; promoting a feeling of cheer

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

a member of a people native to the Philippines chiefly inhabiting central Luzon around and including Manila

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

English actress (1847-1928)

From this reading MALABANAN STRIKES Next morning Terry rose as the first sleepy cock challenged the pink-streaked day.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading The afternoon passed in preparation of monthly reports scheduled to go on the mailboat expected in that evening.

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

From this reading MALABANAN STRIKES Next morning Terry rose as the first sleepy cock challenged the pink-streaked day.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

showing sustained enthusiastic action with unflagging vitality

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

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

From this reading Shaving in the dim light, he watched the plaza merge out of its darkness and fill with the natives passing listlessly to field or waterfront.

plural of “vigil” — a period of sleeplessness

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

past form of “watch” — look attentively

From this reading Shaving in the dim light, he watched the plaza merge out of its darkness and fill with the natives passing listlessly to field or waterfront.

the area of a city (such as a harbor or dockyard) alongside a body of water

From this reading Shaving in the dim light, he watched the plaza merge out of its darkness and fill with the natives passing listlessly to field or waterfront.

a periodical that is published every week (or 52 issues per year)

From this reading By nine o'clock he had snapped the company through a sharp drill and by noon had finished the weekly inspection.

(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

any or all of a kind, it does not matter which

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

in or at the place that

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

a framework of wood or metal that contains a glass windowpane and is built into a wall or roof to admit light or air

From this reading A few short minutes and the day arrived hot and still: hens sauntered forth to begin their tireless, day-long, scratching search: bony curs, sleepy after their instinctive vigils through the night, made couches in the dusty road: across from where Terry stood at his bedroom window, the four daughters of his Tagalog neighbor sat in a little circle on a sunny bamboo porch structure, each intently examining another's loosened hair in a community search for--well, for whatever might be found.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Shaving in the dim light, he watched the plaza merge out of its darkness and fill with the natives passing listlessly to field or waterfront.