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From this reading She traveled from life to death and back again like a commuter on the 5:15 ... except each trip brought her nearer the beginning of the line!
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From this reading She traveled from life to death and back again like a commuter on the 5:15 ... except each trip brought her nearer the beginning of the line!
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading She traveled from life to death and back again like a commuter on the 5:15 ... except each trip brought her nearer the beginning of the line!
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From this reading She traveled from life to death and back again like a commuter on the 5:15 ... except each trip brought her nearer the beginning of the line!
(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 On the other hand, that particular cell or entity which this report deals with exhibited at all times marked individuality--even eccentricity--and will hereinafter be referred to as "she."
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading It is possible that a closer analogy would be the cells of an organism--which, in a sense, we ourselves become when we are in a pack or forming a mob.
analogynounUS /əˈnælədʒi/
an inference that if things agree in some respects they probably agree in others
From this reading It is possible that a closer analogy would be the cells of an organism--which, in a sense, we ourselves become when we are in a pack or forming a mob.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading She traveled from life to death and back again like a commuter on the 5:15 ... except each trip brought her nearer the beginning of the line!
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading It is possible that a closer analogy would be the cells of an organism--which, in a sense, we ourselves become when we are in a pack or forming a mob.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading In reading this report, it must be borne in mind that when the word "they" is used, it does not refer necessarily to separate entities as individuals.
adopted in order to deceive
From this reading This is because "she" invariably assumed a female form when visiting us, and because she furthermore gave every indication of that type of mind and point of view which is generally met with in the more noticeable, effective or contentious members of that sex.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading On the other hand, that particular cell or entity which this report deals with exhibited at all times marked individuality--even eccentricity--and will hereinafter be referred to as "she."
in or to or toward a former location
From this reading She traveled from life to death and back again like a commuter on the 5:15 ... except each trip brought her nearer the beginning of the line!
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading In reading this report, it must be borne in mind that when the word "they" is used, it does not refer necessarily to separate entities as individuals.
for the reason that
From this reading This is because "she" invariably assumed a female form when visiting us, and because she furthermore gave every indication of that type of mind and point of view which is generally met with in the more noticeable, effective or contentious members of that sex.
enter or assume a certain state or condition
From this reading It is possible that a closer analogy would be the cells of an organism--which, in a sense, we ourselves become when we are in a pack or forming a mob.
the event consisting of the start of something
From this reading She traveled from life to death and back again like a commuter on the 5:15 ... except each trip brought her nearer the beginning of the line!
inflected form of “bear” — have
From this reading In reading this report, it must be borne in mind that when the word "they" is used, it does not refer necessarily to separate entities as individuals.
inflected form of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere
From this reading She traveled from life to death and back again like a commuter on the 5:15 ... except each trip brought her nearer the beginning of the line!
cellnounUS /sel/
A small stone room in a prison where an inmate is locked behind iron bars.
From this reading On the other hand, that particular cell or entity which this report deals with exhibited at all times marked individuality--even eccentricity--and will hereinafter be referred to as "she."
cellsnounUS /selz/
plural of “cell” — any small compartment
From this reading It is possible that a closer analogy would be the cells of an organism--which, in a sense, we ourselves become when we are in a pack or forming a mob.
(comparative of “near” or “close”) within a shorter distance
From this reading It is possible that a closer analogy would be the cells of an organism--which, in a sense, we ourselves become when we are in a pack or forming a mob.
commuternounUS /kəˈmjuːtər/
a passenger train that is ridden primarily by passengers who travel regularly from one place to another
From this reading She traveled from life to death and back again like a commuter on the 5:15 ... except each trip brought her nearer the beginning of the line!
contentiousadjectiveUS /kənˈtenʃəs/
inclined or showing an inclination to dispute or disagree, even to engage in law suits
From this reading This is because "she" invariably assumed a female form when visiting us, and because she furthermore gave every indication of that type of mind and point of view which is generally met with in the more noticeable, effective or contentious members of that sex.
dealsnounUS /diːlz/
plural of “deal” — a particular instance of buying or selling
From this reading On the other hand, that particular cell or entity which this report deals with exhibited at all times marked individuality--even eccentricity--and will hereinafter be referred to as "she."
the event of dying or departure from life
From this reading She traveled from life to death and back again like a commuter on the 5:15 ... except each trip brought her nearer the beginning of the line!
doesauxiliary verbUS /dʌz/
the form of “do” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading In reading this report, it must be borne in mind that when the word "they" is used, it does not refer necessarily to separate entities as individuals.
every one of two or more people or things, taken separately
From this reading She traveled from life to death and back again like a commuter on the 5:15 ... except each trip brought her nearer the beginning of the line!
eccentricitynounUS /ˌeksənˈtrɪsəti/
strange and unconventional behavior
From this reading On the other hand, that particular cell or entity which this report deals with exhibited at all times marked individuality--even eccentricity--and will hereinafter be referred to as "she."
effectiveadjectiveUS /ɪˈfektɪv/
producing or capable of producing an intended result or having a striking effect
From this reading This is because "she" invariably assumed a female form when visiting us, and because she furthermore gave every indication of that type of mind and point of view which is generally met with in the more noticeable, effective or contentious members of that sex.
entitiesnounUS /ˈentɪtiz/
plural of “entity” — that which is perceived or known or inferred to have its own distinct existence (living or nonliving)
From this reading In reading this report, it must be borne in mind that when the word "they" is used, it does not refer necessarily to separate entities as individuals.
entitynounUS /ˈentəti/
that which is perceived or known or inferred to have its own distinct existence (living or nonliving)
From this reading On the other hand, that particular cell or entity which this report deals with exhibited at all times marked individuality--even eccentricity--and will hereinafter be referred to as "she."
divisible by two
From this reading On the other hand, that particular cell or entity which this report deals with exhibited at all times marked individuality--even eccentricity--and will hereinafter be referred to as "she."
everydeterminerUS /ˈevəri/
all the members of a group, with none left out
From this reading This is because "she" invariably assumed a female form when visiting us, and because she furthermore gave every indication of that type of mind and point of view which is generally met with in the more noticeable, effective or contentious members of that sex.
apart from; not including
From this reading She traveled from life to death and back again like a commuter on the 5:15 ... except each trip brought her nearer the beginning of the line!
exhibitedverbUS /ɪɡˈzɪbətəd/
past form of “exhibit” — show an attribute, property, knowledge, or skill
From this reading On the other hand, that particular cell or entity which this report deals with exhibited at all times marked individuality--even eccentricity--and will hereinafter be referred to as "she."
being the sex (of plant or animal) that produces fertilizable gametes (ova) from which offspring develop
From this reading This is because "she" invariably assumed a female form when visiting us, and because she furthermore gave every indication of that type of mind and point of view which is generally met with in the more noticeable, effective or contentious members of that sex.
the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something
From this reading This is because "she" invariably assumed a female form when visiting us, and because she furthermore gave every indication of that type of mind and point of view which is generally met with in the more noticeable, effective or contentious members of that sex.
formingverbUS /ˈfɔːrmɪŋ/
-ing form of “form” — create (as an entity)
From this reading It is possible that a closer analogy would be the cells of an organism--which, in a sense, we ourselves become when we are in a pack or forming a mob.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading She traveled from life to death and back again like a commuter on the 5:15 ... except each trip brought her nearer the beginning of the line!
furthermoreadverbUS /ˈfɜːrðərmɔːr/
in addition
From this reading This is because "she" invariably assumed a female form when visiting us, and because she furthermore gave every indication of that type of mind and point of view which is generally met with in the more noticeable, effective or contentious members of that sex.
inflected form of “give” — cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense
From this reading This is because "she" invariably assumed a female form when visiting us, and because she furthermore gave every indication of that type of mind and point of view which is generally met with in the more noticeable, effective or contentious members of that sex.
usually; as a rule
From this reading This is because "she" invariably assumed a female form when visiting us, and because she furthermore gave every indication of that type of mind and point of view which is generally met with in the more noticeable, effective or contentious members of that sex.
the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb
From this reading On the other hand, that particular cell or entity which this report deals with exhibited at all times marked individuality--even eccentricity--and will hereinafter be referred to as "she."
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading She traveled from life to death and back again like a commuter on the 5:15 ... except each trip brought her nearer the beginning of the line!
hereinafteradverb
in a subsequent part of this document or statement or matter etc.
From this reading On the other hand, that particular cell or entity which this report deals with exhibited at all times marked individuality--even eccentricity--and will hereinafter be referred to as "she."
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading In reading this report, it must be borne in mind that when the word "they" is used, it does not refer necessarily to separate entities as individuals.
indicationnounUS /ˌɪndəˈkeɪʃən/
something that serves to indicate or suggest
From this reading This is because "she" invariably assumed a female form when visiting us, and because she furthermore gave every indication of that type of mind and point of view which is generally met with in the more noticeable, effective or contentious members of that sex.
individualitynounUS /ˌɪndɪvɪdʒuːˈælɪti/
the quality of being individual
From this reading On the other hand, that particular cell or entity which this report deals with exhibited at all times marked individuality--even eccentricity--and will hereinafter be referred to as "she."
individualsnounUS /ˌɪndəˈvɪdʒəwəlz/
plural of “individual” — a human being
From this reading In reading this report, it must be borne in mind that when the word "they" is used, it does not refer necessarily to separate entities as individuals.
invariablyadverbUS /ˌɪnˈveriəbli/
without variation or change, in every case
From this reading This is because "she" invariably assumed a female form when visiting us, and because she furthermore gave every indication of that type of mind and point of view which is generally met with in the more noticeable, effective or contentious members of that sex.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading In reading this report, it must be borne in mind that when the word "they" is used, it does not refer necessarily to separate entities as individuals.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading In reading this report, it must be borne in mind that when the word "they" is used, it does not refer necessarily to separate entities as individuals.
a characteristic state or mode of living
From this reading She traveled from life to death and back again like a commuter on the 5:15 ... except each trip brought her nearer the beginning of the line!
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading She traveled from life to death and back again like a commuter on the 5:15 ... except each trip brought her nearer the beginning of the line!
a formation of people or things one beside another
From this reading She traveled from life to death and back again like a commuter on the 5:15 ... except each trip brought her nearer the beginning of the line!
strongly marked; easily noticeable
From this reading On the other hand, that particular cell or entity which this report deals with exhibited at all times marked individuality--even eccentricity--and will hereinafter be referred to as "she."
plural of “member” — one of the persons who compose a social group (especially individuals who have joined and participate in a group organization)
From this reading This is because "she" invariably assumed a female form when visiting us, and because she furthermore gave every indication of that type of mind and point of view which is generally met with in the more noticeable, effective or contentious members of that sex.
inflected form of “meet” — come together
From this reading This is because "she" invariably assumed a female form when visiting us, and because she furthermore gave every indication of that type of mind and point of view which is generally met with in the more noticeable, effective or contentious members of that sex.
The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.
From this reading In reading this report, it must be borne in mind that when the word "they" is used, it does not refer necessarily to separate entities as individuals.
mobnounUS /mɑːb/
a disorderly crowd of people
From this reading It is possible that a closer analogy would be the cells of an organism--which, in a sense, we ourselves become when we are in a pack or forming a mob.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading This is because "she" invariably assumed a female form when visiting us, and because she furthermore gave every indication of that type of mind and point of view which is generally met with in the more noticeable, effective or contentious members of that sex.
used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true
From this reading In reading this report, it must be borne in mind that when the word "they" is used, it does not refer necessarily to separate entities as individuals.
(comparative of “near” or “close”) within a shorter distance
From this reading She traveled from life to death and back again like a commuter on the 5:15 ... except each trip brought her nearer the beginning of the line!
necessarilyadverbUS /ˌnesəˈserəli/
in an essential manner
From this reading In reading this report, it must be borne in mind that when the word "they" is used, it does not refer necessarily to separate entities as individuals.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading In reading this report, it must be borne in mind that when the word "they" is used, it does not refer necessarily to separate entities as individuals.
noticeableadjectiveUS /ˈnoʊtəsəbəl/
capable or worthy of being noticed
From this reading This is because "she" invariably assumed a female form when visiting us, and because she furthermore gave every indication of that type of mind and point of view which is generally met with in the more noticeable, effective or contentious members of that sex.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading She traveled from life to death and back again like a commuter on the 5:15 ... except each trip brought her nearer the beginning of the line!
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading She traveled from life to death and back again like a commuter on the 5:15 ... except each trip brought her nearer the beginning of the line!
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading It is possible that a closer analogy would be the cells of an organism--which, in a sense, we ourselves become when we are in a pack or forming a mob.
organismnounUS /ˈɔːrɡənɪzəm/
a living thing that has (or can develop) the ability to act or function independently
From this reading It is possible that a closer analogy would be the cells of an organism--which, in a sense, we ourselves become when we are in a pack or forming a mob.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading On the other hand, that particular cell or entity which this report deals with exhibited at all times marked individuality--even eccentricity--and will hereinafter be referred to as "she."
used when we are both doing the action and receiving it
From this reading It is possible that a closer analogy would be the cells of an organism--which, in a sense, we ourselves become when we are in a pack or forming a mob.
arrange in a container
From this reading It is possible that a closer analogy would be the cells of an organism--which, in a sense, we ourselves become when we are in a pack or forming a mob.
unique or specific to a person or thing or category
From this reading On the other hand, that particular cell or entity which this report deals with exhibited at all times marked individuality--even eccentricity--and will hereinafter be referred to as "she."
a geometric element that has position but no extension
From this reading This is because "she" invariably assumed a female form when visiting us, and because she furthermore gave every indication of that type of mind and point of view which is generally met with in the more noticeable, effective or contentious members of that sex.
capable of happening or existing
From this reading It is possible that a closer analogy would be the cells of an organism--which, in a sense, we ourselves become when we are in a pack or forming a mob.
the cognitive process of understanding a written linguistic message
From this reading In reading this report, it must be borne in mind that when the word "they" is used, it does not refer necessarily to separate entities as individuals.
referverbUS /rəˈfɜːr/
make reference to
From this reading In reading this report, it must be borne in mind that when the word "they" is used, it does not refer necessarily to separate entities as individuals.
referredverbUS /rəˈfɜːrd/
inflected form of “refer” — make reference to
From this reading On the other hand, that particular cell or entity which this report deals with exhibited at all times marked individuality--even eccentricity--and will hereinafter be referred to as "she."
to give an account or representation of in words
From this reading In reading this report, it must be borne in mind that when the word "they" is used, it does not refer necessarily to separate entities as individuals.
a general conscious awareness
From this reading It is possible that a closer analogy would be the cells of an organism--which, in a sense, we ourselves become when we are in a pack or forming a mob.
act as a barrier between; stand between
From this reading In reading this report, it must be borne in mind that when the word "they" is used, it does not refer necessarily to separate entities as individuals.
activities associated with sexual intercourse
From this reading This is because "she" invariably assumed a female form when visiting us, and because she furthermore gave every indication of that type of mind and point of view which is generally met with in the more noticeable, effective or contentious members of that sex.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading She traveled from life to death and back again like a commuter on the 5:15 ... except each trip brought her nearer the beginning of the line!
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading In reading this report, it must be borne in mind that when the word "they" is used, it does not refer necessarily to separate entities as individuals.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading She traveled from life to death and back again like a commuter on the 5:15 ... except each trip brought her nearer the beginning of the line!
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading In reading this report, it must be borne in mind that when the word "they" is used, it does not refer necessarily to separate entities as individuals.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading In reading this report, it must be borne in mind that when the word "they" is used, it does not refer necessarily to separate entities as individuals.
a more or less definite period of time now or previously present
From this reading On the other hand, that particular cell or entity which this report deals with exhibited at all times marked individuality--even eccentricity--and will hereinafter be referred to as "she."
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading She traveled from life to death and back again like a commuter on the 5:15 ... except each trip brought her nearer the beginning of the line!
traveledadjectiveUS /ˈtrævəld/
traveled over or through; sometimes used as a combining term
From this reading She traveled from life to death and back again like a commuter on the 5:15 ... except each trip brought her nearer the beginning of the line!
a journey for some purpose (usually including the return)
From this reading She traveled from life to death and back again like a commuter on the 5:15 ... except each trip brought her nearer the beginning of the line!
a subdivision of a particular kind of thing
From this reading This is because "she" invariably assumed a female form when visiting us, and because she furthermore gave every indication of that type of mind and point of view which is generally met with in the more noticeable, effective or contentious members of that sex.
the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading This is because "she" invariably assumed a female form when visiting us, and because she furthermore gave every indication of that type of mind and point of view which is generally met with in the more noticeable, effective or contentious members of that sex.
employed in accomplishing something
From this reading In reading this report, it must be borne in mind that when the word "they" is used, it does not refer necessarily to separate entities as individuals.
a way of regarding situations or topics etc.
From this reading This is because "she" invariably assumed a female form when visiting us, and because she furthermore gave every indication of that type of mind and point of view which is generally met with in the more noticeable, effective or contentious members of that sex.
visitingnounUS /ˈvɪzɪtɪŋ/
the activity of making visits
From this reading This is because "she" invariably assumed a female form when visiting us, and because she furthermore gave every indication of that type of mind and point of view which is generally met with in the more noticeable, effective or contentious members of that sex.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading It is possible that a closer analogy would be the cells of an organism--which, in a sense, we ourselves become when we are in a pack or forming a mob.
at the time that
From this reading In reading this report, it must be borne in mind that when the word "they" is used, it does not refer necessarily to separate entities as individuals.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading It is possible that a closer analogy would be the cells of an organism--which, in a sense, we ourselves become when we are in a pack or forming a mob.
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading On the other hand, that particular cell or entity which this report deals with exhibited at all times marked individuality--even eccentricity--and will hereinafter be referred to as "she."
in the company of; together with
From this reading On the other hand, that particular cell or entity which this report deals with exhibited at all times marked individuality--even eccentricity--and will hereinafter be referred to as "she."
a unit of language that native speakers can identify
From this reading In reading this report, it must be borne in mind that when the word "they" is used, it does not refer necessarily to separate entities as individuals.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading It is possible that a closer analogy would be the cells of an organism--which, in a sense, we ourselves become when we are in a pack or forming a mob.
