used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Tom made a move to cover the box containing the precious bit of apparatus, but Jack checked him.
accompanyingadjectiveUS /əˈkʌmpəniɪŋ/
occurring with or following as a consequence
From this reading Worse still, the model and the accompanying papers of explanation were exposed to full view in the tonneau in case the men should stop and make an investigation.
fear resulting from the awareness of danger
From this reading Nor was their alarm at all allayed by the fact that the front seat was occupied by two men whom they well knew had no good intentions toward the inventor.
(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 Nor was their alarm at all allayed by the fact that the front seat was occupied by two men whom they well knew had no good intentions toward the inventor.
allayedverbUS /əˈleɪd/
past form of “allay” — lessen the intensity of or calm
From this reading Nor was their alarm at all allayed by the fact that the front seat was occupied by two men whom they well knew had no good intentions toward the inventor.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading Worse still, the model and the accompanying papers of explanation were exposed to full view in the tonneau in case the men should stop and make an investigation.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Worse still, the model and the accompanying papers of explanation were exposed to full view in the tonneau in case the men should stop and make an investigation.
apparatusnounUS /ˌæpərˈætəs/
equipment designed to serve a specific function
From this reading Tom made a move to cover the box containing the precious bit of apparatus, but Jack checked him.
the event of one object coming closer to another
From this reading Less than five minutes later the approaching automobile swept into view.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Nor was their alarm at all allayed by the fact that the front seat was occupied by two men whom they well knew had no good intentions toward the inventor.
automobilenounUS /ˈɔːtəmoʊbiːl/
a motor vehicle with four wheels; usually propelled by an internal combustion engine
From this reading Less than five minutes later the approaching automobile swept into view.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading The boys felt rather uneasy when they saw it, for they knew it instantly to be the identical yellow machine used by Mr. Peregrine’s enemies.
a small piece or quantity of something
From this reading Tom made a move to cover the box containing the precious bit of apparatus, but Jack checked him.
a (usually rectangular) container; may have a lid
From this reading Tom made a move to cover the box containing the precious bit of apparatus, but Jack checked him.
plural of “boy” — a youthful male person
From this reading The boys felt rather uneasy when they saw it, for they knew it instantly to be the identical yellow machine used by Mr. Peregrine’s enemies.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Tom made a move to cover the box containing the precious bit of apparatus, but Jack checked him.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading The boys felt rather uneasy when they saw it, for they knew it instantly to be the identical yellow machine used by Mr. Peregrine’s enemies.
an occurrence of something
From this reading Worse still, the model and the accompanying papers of explanation were exposed to full view in the tonneau in case the men should stop and make an investigation.
checkedadjectiveUS /tʃekt/
patterned with alternating squares of color
From this reading Tom made a move to cover the box containing the precious bit of apparatus, but Jack checked him.
containingverbUS /kənˈteɪnɪŋ/
-ing form of “contain” — include or contain; have as a component
From this reading Tom made a move to cover the box containing the precious bit of apparatus, but Jack checked him.
provide with a covering or cause to be covered
From this reading Tom made a move to cover the box containing the precious bit of apparatus, but Jack checked him.
plural of “enemy” — an opposing military force
From this reading The boys felt rather uneasy when they saw it, for they knew it instantly to be the identical yellow machine used by Mr. Peregrine’s enemies.
a statement that makes something comprehensible by describing the relevant structure or operation or circumstances etc.
From this reading Worse still, the model and the accompanying papers of explanation were exposed to full view in the tonneau in case the men should stop and make an investigation.
exposedadjectiveUS /ɪkˈspoʊzd/
with no protection or shield
From this reading Worse still, the model and the accompanying papers of explanation were exposed to full view in the tonneau in case the men should stop and make an investigation.
a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred
From this reading Nor was their alarm at all allayed by the fact that the front seat was occupied by two men whom they well knew had no good intentions toward the inventor.
mat together and make felt-like
From this reading The boys felt rather uneasy when they saw it, for they knew it instantly to be the identical yellow machine used by Mr. Peregrine’s enemies.
the cardinal number that is the sum of four and one
From this reading Less than five minutes later the approaching automobile swept into view.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading The boys felt rather uneasy when they saw it, for they knew it instantly to be the identical yellow machine used by Mr. Peregrine’s enemies.
the side that is forward or prominent
From this reading Nor was their alarm at all allayed by the fact that the front seat was occupied by two men whom they well knew had no good intentions toward the inventor.
containing as much or as many as is possible or normal
From this reading Worse still, the model and the accompanying papers of explanation were exposed to full view in the tonneau in case the men should stop and make an investigation.
having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified
From this reading Nor was their alarm at all allayed by the fact that the front seat was occupied by two men whom they well knew had no good intentions toward the inventor.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Nor was their alarm at all allayed by the fact that the front seat was occupied by two men whom they well knew had no good intentions toward the inventor.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Tom made a move to cover the box containing the precious bit of apparatus, but Jack checked him.
identicaladjectiveUS /aɪˈdentɪkəl/
exactly alike; incapable of being perceived as different
From this reading The boys felt rather uneasy when they saw it, for they knew it instantly to be the identical yellow machine used by Mr. Peregrine’s enemies.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Worse still, the model and the accompanying papers of explanation were exposed to full view in the tonneau in case the men should stop and make an investigation.
without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening
From this reading The boys felt rather uneasy when they saw it, for they knew it instantly to be the identical yellow machine used by Mr. Peregrine’s enemies.
intentionsnounUS /ˌɪnˈtentʃənz/
plural of “intention” — an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
From this reading Nor was their alarm at all allayed by the fact that the front seat was occupied by two men whom they well knew had no good intentions toward the inventor.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading Less than five minutes later the approaching automobile swept into view.
inventornounUS /ˌɪnˈventər/
someone who is the first to think of or make something
From this reading Nor was their alarm at all allayed by the fact that the front seat was occupied by two men whom they well knew had no good intentions toward the inventor.
investigationnounUS /ˌɪnvestəˈɡeɪʃən/
an inquiry into unfamiliar or questionable activities
From this reading Worse still, the model and the accompanying papers of explanation were exposed to full view in the tonneau in case the men should stop and make an investigation.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading The boys felt rather uneasy when they saw it, for they knew it instantly to be the identical yellow machine used by Mr. Peregrine’s enemies.
a small worthless amount
From this reading Tom made a move to cover the box containing the precious bit of apparatus, but Jack checked him.
inflected form of “know” — be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading The boys felt rather uneasy when they saw it, for they knew it instantly to be the identical yellow machine used by Mr. Peregrine’s enemies.
happening at a time subsequent to a reference time
From this reading Less than five minutes later the approaching automobile swept into view.
used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs
From this reading Less than five minutes later the approaching automobile swept into view.
any mechanical or electrical device that transmits or modifies energy to perform or assist in the performance of human tasks
From this reading The boys felt rather uneasy when they saw it, for they knew it instantly to be the identical yellow machine used by Mr. Peregrine’s enemies.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading Tom made a move to cover the box containing the precious bit of apparatus, but Jack checked him.
engage in
From this reading Worse still, the model and the accompanying papers of explanation were exposed to full view in the tonneau in case the men should stop and make an investigation.
the force of workers available
From this reading Nor was their alarm at all allayed by the fact that the front seat was occupied by two men whom they well knew had no good intentions toward the inventor.
a written account of what transpired at a meeting
From this reading Less than five minutes later the approaching automobile swept into view.
modelnounUS /ˈmɑːdəl/
a hypothetical description of a complex entity or process
From this reading Worse still, the model and the accompanying papers of explanation were exposed to full view in the tonneau in case the men should stop and make an investigation.
change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading Tom made a move to cover the box containing the precious bit of apparatus, but Jack checked him.
a form of address for a man
From this reading The boys felt rather uneasy when they saw it, for they knew it instantly to be the identical yellow machine used by Mr. Peregrine’s enemies.
not any; not one
From this reading Nor was their alarm at all allayed by the fact that the front seat was occupied by two men whom they well knew had no good intentions toward the inventor.
and not; used after a negative to add a second negative
From this reading Nor was their alarm at all allayed by the fact that the front seat was occupied by two men whom they well knew had no good intentions toward the inventor.
held or filled or in use
From this reading Nor was their alarm at all allayed by the fact that the front seat was occupied by two men whom they well knew had no good intentions toward the inventor.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Worse still, the model and the accompanying papers of explanation were exposed to full view in the tonneau in case the men should stop and make an investigation.
writing that provides information (especially information of an official nature)
From this reading Worse still, the model and the accompanying papers of explanation were exposed to full view in the tonneau in case the men should stop and make an investigation.
Peregrine's
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From this reading The boys felt rather uneasy when they saw it, for they knew it instantly to be the identical yellow machine used by Mr. Peregrine’s enemies.
characterized by feeling or showing fond affection for
From this reading Tom made a move to cover the box containing the precious bit of apparatus, but Jack checked him.
on the contrary
From this reading The boys felt rather uneasy when they saw it, for they knew it instantly to be the identical yellow machine used by Mr. Peregrine’s enemies.
cut with a saw
From this reading The boys felt rather uneasy when they saw it, for they knew it instantly to be the identical yellow machine used by Mr. Peregrine’s enemies.
a space reserved for sitting (as in a theater or on a train or airplane)
From this reading Nor was their alarm at all allayed by the fact that the front seat was occupied by two men whom they well knew had no good intentions toward the inventor.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading Worse still, the model and the accompanying papers of explanation were exposed to full view in the tonneau in case the men should stop and make an investigation.
not in physical motion
From this reading Worse still, the model and the accompanying papers of explanation were exposed to full view in the tonneau in case the men should stop and make an investigation.
come to a halt, stop moving
From this reading Worse still, the model and the accompanying papers of explanation were exposed to full view in the tonneau in case the men should stop and make an investigation.
possessing sweep
From this reading Less than five minutes later the approaching automobile swept into view.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading Less than five minutes later the approaching automobile swept into view.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Nor was their alarm at all allayed by the fact that the front seat was occupied by two men whom they well knew had no good intentions toward the inventor.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Less than five minutes later the approaching automobile swept into view.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading Nor was their alarm at all allayed by the fact that the front seat was occupied by two men whom they well knew had no good intentions toward the inventor.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading The boys felt rather uneasy when they saw it, for they knew it instantly to be the identical yellow machine used by Mr. Peregrine’s enemies.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading The boys felt rather uneasy when they saw it, for they knew it instantly to be the identical yellow machine used by Mr. Peregrine’s enemies.
male cat
From this reading Tom made a move to cover the box containing the precious bit of apparatus, but Jack checked him.
tonneau
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From this reading Worse still, the model and the accompanying papers of explanation were exposed to full view in the tonneau in case the men should stop and make an investigation.
towardprepositionUS /təˈwɔːrd/
in the direction of
From this reading Nor was their alarm at all allayed by the fact that the front seat was occupied by two men whom they well knew had no good intentions toward the inventor.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading Nor was their alarm at all allayed by the fact that the front seat was occupied by two men whom they well knew had no good intentions toward the inventor.
uneasyadjectiveUS /əˈniːzi/
lacking a sense of security or affording no ease or reassurance
From this reading The boys felt rather uneasy when they saw it, for they knew it instantly to be the identical yellow machine used by Mr. Peregrine’s enemies.
employed in accomplishing something
From this reading The boys felt rather uneasy when they saw it, for they knew it instantly to be the identical yellow machine used by Mr. Peregrine’s enemies.
a way of regarding situations or topics etc.
From this reading Less than five minutes later the approaching automobile swept into view.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Nor was their alarm at all allayed by the fact that the front seat was occupied by two men whom they well knew had no good intentions toward the inventor.
(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 Nor was their alarm at all allayed by the fact that the front seat was occupied by two men whom they well knew had no good intentions toward the inventor.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Worse still, the model and the accompanying papers of explanation were exposed to full view in the tonneau in case the men should stop and make an investigation.
at the time that
From this reading The boys felt rather uneasy when they saw it, for they knew it instantly to be the identical yellow machine used by Mr. Peregrine’s enemies.
the form of “who” used as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Nor was their alarm at all allayed by the fact that the front seat was occupied by two men whom they well knew had no good intentions toward the inventor.
(comparative of “bad”) inferior to another in quality or condition or desirability
From this reading Worse still, the model and the accompanying papers of explanation were exposed to full view in the tonneau in case the men should stop and make an investigation.
of the color intermediate between green and orange in the color spectrum; of something resembling the color of an egg yolk
From this reading The boys felt rather uneasy when they saw it, for they knew it instantly to be the identical yellow machine used by Mr. Peregrine’s enemies.
