used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading A LONE HAND AGAINST HUNGER Early the next morning quite a large group of tourists gathered to see the Survey party set out, it having become known that it was to make use of the old Cameron trail and endeavor to climb the other side of the Canyon.
accompanyverbUS /əˈkʌmpəni/
be present or associated with an event or entity
From this reading Some, who had been part of the way down the trail, were politely incredulous as to the possibility of the feat, others took an especial pleasure in prophesying disaster, and a few expressed a wish that they might accompany the party "to see how it was done."
touching and pressing; in opposition to
From this reading A LONE HAND AGAINST HUNGER Early the next morning quite a large group of tourists gathered to see the Survey party set out, it having become known that it was to make use of the old Cameron trail and endeavor to climb the other side of the Canyon.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading Some, who had been part of the way down the trail, were politely incredulous as to the possibility of the feat, others took an especial pleasure in prophesying disaster, and a few expressed a wish that they might accompany the party "to see how it was done."
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading A LONE HAND AGAINST HUNGER Early the next morning quite a large group of tourists gathered to see the Survey party set out, it having become known that it was to make use of the old Cameron trail and endeavor to climb the other side of the Canyon.
a human limb; technically the part of the superior limb between the shoulder and the elbow but commonly used to refer to the whole superior limb
From this reading Indeed he scarcely responded to questions, returning but the briefest replies, except once, when an old lady, quiet and gentle in manner, came up and laid her hand on his arm.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Some, who had been part of the way down the trail, were politely incredulous as to the possibility of the feat, others took an especial pleasure in prophesying disaster, and a few expressed a wish that they might accompany the party "to see how it was done."
make certain of
From this reading "You will pardon an old lady," she said, "but I should not like to think of your going down there, unless you can assure me that it is really safe."
enter or assume a certain state or condition
From this reading A LONE HAND AGAINST HUNGER Early the next morning quite a large group of tourists gathered to see the Survey party set out, it having become known that it was to make use of the old Cameron trail and endeavor to climb the other side of the Canyon.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading Some, who had been part of the way down the trail, were politely incredulous as to the possibility of the feat, others took an especial pleasure in prophesying disaster, and a few expressed a wish that they might accompany the party "to see how it was done."
briefestadjectiveUS /ˈbriːfəst/
superlative of “brief” — of short duration or distance
From this reading Indeed he scarcely responded to questions, returning but the briefest replies, except once, when an old lady, quiet and gentle in manner, came up and laid her hand on his arm.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Indeed he scarcely responded to questions, returning but the briefest replies, except once, when an old lady, quiet and gentle in manner, came up and laid her hand on his arm.
inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading Indeed he scarcely responded to questions, returning but the briefest replies, except once, when an old lady, quiet and gentle in manner, came up and laid her hand on his arm.
Cameron
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From this reading A LONE HAND AGAINST HUNGER Early the next morning quite a large group of tourists gathered to see the Survey party set out, it having become known that it was to make use of the old Cameron trail and endeavor to climb the other side of the Canyon.
to be able to, or to be allowed to
From this reading "You will pardon an old lady," she said, "but I should not like to think of your going down there, unless you can assure me that it is really safe."
CanyonnounUS /ˈkænjən/
a ravine formed by a river in an area with little rainfall
From this reading A LONE HAND AGAINST HUNGER Early the next morning quite a large group of tourists gathered to see the Survey party set out, it having become known that it was to make use of the old Cameron trail and endeavor to climb the other side of the Canyon.
go upward with gradual or continuous progress
From this reading A LONE HAND AGAINST HUNGER Early the next morning quite a large group of tourists gathered to see the Survey party set out, it having become known that it was to make use of the old Cameron trail and endeavor to climb the other side of the Canyon.
disasternounUS /dɪˈzæstər/
a state of extreme (usually irremediable) ruin and misfortune
From this reading Some, who had been part of the way down the trail, were politely incredulous as to the possibility of the feat, others took an especial pleasure in prophesying disaster, and a few expressed a wish that they might accompany the party "to see how it was done."
having finished or arrived at completion
From this reading Some, who had been part of the way down the trail, were politely incredulous as to the possibility of the feat, others took an especial pleasure in prophesying disaster, and a few expressed a wish that they might accompany the party "to see how it was done."
being or moving lower in position or less in some value
From this reading Some, who had been part of the way down the trail, were politely incredulous as to the possibility of the feat, others took an especial pleasure in prophesying disaster, and a few expressed a wish that they might accompany the party "to see how it was done."
EarlyadjectiveUS /ˈɜːrli/
at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time
From this reading A LONE HAND AGAINST HUNGER Early the next morning quite a large group of tourists gathered to see the Survey party set out, it having become known that it was to make use of the old Cameron trail and endeavor to climb the other side of the Canyon.
endeavornounUS /ɪnˈdevər/
a purposeful or industrious undertaking (especially one that requires effort or boldness)
From this reading A LONE HAND AGAINST HUNGER Early the next morning quite a large group of tourists gathered to see the Survey party set out, it having become known that it was to make use of the old Cameron trail and endeavor to climb the other side of the Canyon.
especialadjectiveUS /əˈspeʃəl/
surpassing what is common or usual or expected
From this reading Some, who had been part of the way down the trail, were politely incredulous as to the possibility of the feat, others took an especial pleasure in prophesying disaster, and a few expressed a wish that they might accompany the party "to see how it was done."
apart from; not including
From this reading Indeed he scarcely responded to questions, returning but the briefest replies, except once, when an old lady, quiet and gentle in manner, came up and laid her hand on his arm.
communicated in words
From this reading Some, who had been part of the way down the trail, were politely incredulous as to the possibility of the feat, others took an especial pleasure in prophesying disaster, and a few expressed a wish that they might accompany the party "to see how it was done."
featnounUS /fiːt/
a notable achievement
From this reading Some, who had been part of the way down the trail, were politely incredulous as to the possibility of the feat, others took an especial pleasure in prophesying disaster, and a few expressed a wish that they might accompany the party "to see how it was done."
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number
From this reading Some, who had been part of the way down the trail, were politely incredulous as to the possibility of the feat, others took an especial pleasure in prophesying disaster, and a few expressed a wish that they might accompany the party "to see how it was done."
brought together in one place
From this reading A LONE HAND AGAINST HUNGER Early the next morning quite a large group of tourists gathered to see the Survey party set out, it having become known that it was to make use of the old Cameron trail and endeavor to climb the other side of the Canyon.
soft and mild; not harsh or stern or severe
From this reading Indeed he scarcely responded to questions, returning but the briefest replies, except once, when an old lady, quiet and gentle in manner, came up and laid her hand on his arm.
the act of departing
From this reading "You will pardon an old lady," she said, "but I should not like to think of your going down there, unless you can assure me that it is really safe."
any number of entities (members) considered as a unit
From this reading A LONE HAND AGAINST HUNGER Early the next morning quite a large group of tourists gathered to see the Survey party set out, it having become known that it was to make use of the old Cameron trail and endeavor to climb the other side of the Canyon.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Some, who had been part of the way down the trail, were politely incredulous as to the possibility of the feat, others took an especial pleasure in prophesying disaster, and a few expressed a wish that they might accompany the party "to see how it was done."
the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb
From this reading A LONE HAND AGAINST HUNGER Early the next morning quite a large group of tourists gathered to see the Survey party set out, it having become known that it was to make use of the old Cameron trail and endeavor to climb the other side of the Canyon.
havingauxiliary verbUS /ˈhævɪŋ/
the -ing form of “have”
From this reading A LONE HAND AGAINST HUNGER Early the next morning quite a large group of tourists gathered to see the Survey party set out, it having become known that it was to make use of the old Cameron trail and endeavor to climb the other side of the Canyon.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Indeed he scarcely responded to questions, returning but the briefest replies, except once, when an old lady, quiet and gentle in manner, came up and laid her hand on his arm.
heednounUS /hiːd/
paying particular notice (as to children or helpless people)
From this reading To these various people Masseth paid no heed.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading Indeed he scarcely responded to questions, returning but the briefest replies, except once, when an old lady, quiet and gentle in manner, came up and laid her hand on his arm.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Indeed he scarcely responded to questions, returning but the briefest replies, except once, when an old lady, quiet and gentle in manner, came up and laid her hand on his arm.
how
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From this reading Some, who had been part of the way down the trail, were politely incredulous as to the possibility of the feat, others took an especial pleasure in prophesying disaster, and a few expressed a wish that they might accompany the party "to see how it was done."
HUNGERnounUS /ˈhʌŋɡər/
a physiological need for food; the consequence of food deprivation
From this reading A LONE HAND AGAINST HUNGER Early the next morning quite a large group of tourists gathered to see the Survey party set out, it having become known that it was to make use of the old Cameron trail and endeavor to climb the other side of the Canyon.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading "You will pardon an old lady," she said, "but I should not like to think of your going down there, unless you can assure me that it is really safe."
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Some, who had been part of the way down the trail, were politely incredulous as to the possibility of the feat, others took an especial pleasure in prophesying disaster, and a few expressed a wish that they might accompany the party "to see how it was done."
incredulousadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈkredʒələs/
not disposed or willing to believe; unbelieving
From this reading Some, who had been part of the way down the trail, were politely incredulous as to the possibility of the feat, others took an especial pleasure in prophesying disaster, and a few expressed a wish that they might accompany the party "to see how it was done."
in truth (often tends to intensify)
From this reading Indeed he scarcely responded to questions, returning but the briefest replies, except once, when an old lady, quiet and gentle in manner, came up and laid her hand on his arm.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading "You will pardon an old lady," she said, "but I should not like to think of your going down there, unless you can assure me that it is really safe."
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading A LONE HAND AGAINST HUNGER Early the next morning quite a large group of tourists gathered to see the Survey party set out, it having become known that it was to make use of the old Cameron trail and endeavor to climb the other side of the Canyon.
apprehended with certainty
From this reading A LONE HAND AGAINST HUNGER Early the next morning quite a large group of tourists gathered to see the Survey party set out, it having become known that it was to make use of the old Cameron trail and endeavor to climb the other side of the Canyon.
a polite name for any woman
From this reading Indeed he scarcely responded to questions, returning but the briefest replies, except once, when an old lady, quiet and gentle in manner, came up and laid her hand on his arm.
set down according to a plan
From this reading Indeed he scarcely responded to questions, returning but the briefest replies, except once, when an old lady, quiet and gentle in manner, came up and laid her hand on his arm.
largeadjectiveUS /lɑːrdʒ/
above average in size or number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading A LONE HAND AGAINST HUNGER Early the next morning quite a large group of tourists gathered to see the Survey party set out, it having become known that it was to make use of the old Cameron trail and endeavor to climb the other side of the Canyon.
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading "You will pardon an old lady," she said, "but I should not like to think of your going down there, unless you can assure me that it is really safe."
LONEadjectiveUS /loʊn/
lacking companions or companionship
From this reading A LONE HAND AGAINST HUNGER Early the next morning quite a large group of tourists gathered to see the Survey party set out, it having become known that it was to make use of the old Cameron trail and endeavor to climb the other side of the Canyon.
engage in
From this reading A LONE HAND AGAINST HUNGER Early the next morning quite a large group of tourists gathered to see the Survey party set out, it having become known that it was to make use of the old Cameron trail and endeavor to climb the other side of the Canyon.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading Indeed he scarcely responded to questions, returning but the briefest replies, except once, when an old lady, quiet and gentle in manner, came up and laid her hand on his arm.
Masseth
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From this reading To these various people Masseth paid no heed.
the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading "You will pardon an old lady," she said, "but I should not like to think of your going down there, unless you can assure me that it is really safe."
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading Some, who had been part of the way down the trail, were politely incredulous as to the possibility of the feat, others took an especial pleasure in prophesying disaster, and a few expressed a wish that they might accompany the party "to see how it was done."
the time period between dawn and noon
From this reading A LONE HAND AGAINST HUNGER Early the next morning quite a large group of tourists gathered to see the Survey party set out, it having become known that it was to make use of the old Cameron trail and endeavor to climb the other side of the Canyon.
immediately following in time or order
From this reading A LONE HAND AGAINST HUNGER Early the next morning quite a large group of tourists gathered to see the Survey party set out, it having become known that it was to make use of the old Cameron trail and endeavor to climb the other side of the Canyon.
not any; not one
From this reading To these various people Masseth paid no heed.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading "You will pardon an old lady," she said, "but I should not like to think of your going down there, unless you can assure me that it is really safe."
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading A LONE HAND AGAINST HUNGER Early the next morning quite a large group of tourists gathered to see the Survey party set out, it having become known that it was to make use of the old Cameron trail and endeavor to climb the other side of the Canyon.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading A LONE HAND AGAINST HUNGER Early the next morning quite a large group of tourists gathered to see the Survey party set out, it having become known that it was to make use of the old Cameron trail and endeavor to climb the other side of the Canyon.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Indeed he scarcely responded to questions, returning but the briefest replies, except once, when an old lady, quiet and gentle in manner, came up and laid her hand on his arm.
on one occasion
From this reading Indeed he scarcely responded to questions, returning but the briefest replies, except once, when an old lady, quiet and gentle in manner, came up and laid her hand on his arm.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading A LONE HAND AGAINST HUNGER Early the next morning quite a large group of tourists gathered to see the Survey party set out, it having become known that it was to make use of the old Cameron trail and endeavor to climb the other side of the Canyon.
others
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From this reading Some, who had been part of the way down the trail, were politely incredulous as to the possibility of the feat, others took an especial pleasure in prophesying disaster, and a few expressed a wish that they might accompany the party "to see how it was done."
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading A LONE HAND AGAINST HUNGER Early the next morning quite a large group of tourists gathered to see the Survey party set out, it having become known that it was to make use of the old Cameron trail and endeavor to climb the other side of the Canyon.
marked by the reception of pay
From this reading To these various people Masseth paid no heed.
accept an excuse for
From this reading "You will pardon an old lady," she said, "but I should not like to think of your going down there, unless you can assure me that it is really safe."
something determined in relation to something that includes it
From this reading Some, who had been part of the way down the trail, were politely incredulous as to the possibility of the feat, others took an especial pleasure in prophesying disaster, and a few expressed a wish that they might accompany the party "to see how it was done."
an organization to gain political power
From this reading A LONE HAND AGAINST HUNGER Early the next morning quite a large group of tourists gathered to see the Survey party set out, it having become known that it was to make use of the old Cameron trail and endeavor to climb the other side of the Canyon.
(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively
From this reading To these various people Masseth paid no heed.
a fundamental feeling that is hard to define but that people desire to experience
From this reading Some, who had been part of the way down the trail, were politely incredulous as to the possibility of the feat, others took an especial pleasure in prophesying disaster, and a few expressed a wish that they might accompany the party "to see how it was done."
politelyadverbUS /pəˈlaɪtli/
in a polite manner
From this reading Some, who had been part of the way down the trail, were politely incredulous as to the possibility of the feat, others took an especial pleasure in prophesying disaster, and a few expressed a wish that they might accompany the party "to see how it was done."
a future prospect or potential
From this reading Some, who had been part of the way down the trail, were politely incredulous as to the possibility of the feat, others took an especial pleasure in prophesying disaster, and a few expressed a wish that they might accompany the party "to see how it was done."
prophesying
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From this reading Some, who had been part of the way down the trail, were politely incredulous as to the possibility of the feat, others took an especial pleasure in prophesying disaster, and a few expressed a wish that they might accompany the party "to see how it was done."
plural of “question” — an instance of questioning
From this reading Indeed he scarcely responded to questions, returning but the briefest replies, except once, when an old lady, quiet and gentle in manner, came up and laid her hand on his arm.
quietadjectiveUS /ˈkwaɪət/
characterized by an absence or near absence of agitation or activity
From this reading Indeed he scarcely responded to questions, returning but the briefest replies, except once, when an old lady, quiet and gentle in manner, came up and laid her hand on his arm.
to a degree (not used with a negative)
From this reading A LONE HAND AGAINST HUNGER Early the next morning quite a large group of tourists gathered to see the Survey party set out, it having become known that it was to make use of the old Cameron trail and endeavor to climb the other side of the Canyon.
in accordance with truth or fact or reality
From this reading "You will pardon an old lady," she said, "but I should not like to think of your going down there, unless you can assure me that it is really safe."
repliesnounUS /rɪˈplaɪz/
plural of “reply” — a statement (either spoken or written) that is made to reply to a question or request or criticism or accusation
From this reading Indeed he scarcely responded to questions, returning but the briefest replies, except once, when an old lady, quiet and gentle in manner, came up and laid her hand on his arm.
past form of “respond” — show a response or a reaction to something
From this reading Indeed he scarcely responded to questions, returning but the briefest replies, except once, when an old lady, quiet and gentle in manner, came up and laid her hand on his arm.
tending to return to an earlier state
From this reading Indeed he scarcely responded to questions, returning but the briefest replies, except once, when an old lady, quiet and gentle in manner, came up and laid her hand on his arm.
free from danger or the risk of harm
From this reading "You will pardon an old lady," she said, "but I should not like to think of your going down there, unless you can assure me that it is really safe."
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading "You will pardon an old lady," she said, "but I should not like to think of your going down there, unless you can assure me that it is really safe."
only a very short time before
From this reading Indeed he scarcely responded to questions, returning but the briefest replies, except once, when an old lady, quiet and gentle in manner, came up and laid her hand on his arm.
perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading A LONE HAND AGAINST HUNGER Early the next morning quite a large group of tourists gathered to see the Survey party set out, it having become known that it was to make use of the old Cameron trail and endeavor to climb the other side of the Canyon.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading A LONE HAND AGAINST HUNGER Early the next morning quite a large group of tourists gathered to see the Survey party set out, it having become known that it was to make use of the old Cameron trail and endeavor to climb the other side of the Canyon.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading "You will pardon an old lady," she said, "but I should not like to think of your going down there, unless you can assure me that it is really safe."
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading "You will pardon an old lady," she said, "but I should not like to think of your going down there, unless you can assure me that it is really safe."
a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location
From this reading A LONE HAND AGAINST HUNGER Early the next morning quite a large group of tourists gathered to see the Survey party set out, it having become known that it was to make use of the old Cameron trail and endeavor to climb the other side of the Canyon.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading Some, who had been part of the way down the trail, were politely incredulous as to the possibility of the feat, others took an especial pleasure in prophesying disaster, and a few expressed a wish that they might accompany the party "to see how it was done."
SurveynounUS /sərˈveɪ/
a detailed critical inspection
From this reading A LONE HAND AGAINST HUNGER Early the next morning quite a large group of tourists gathered to see the Survey party set out, it having become known that it was to make use of the old Cameron trail and endeavor to climb the other side of the Canyon.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading A LONE HAND AGAINST HUNGER Early the next morning quite a large group of tourists gathered to see the Survey party set out, it having become known that it was to make use of the old Cameron trail and endeavor to climb the other side of the Canyon.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading A LONE HAND AGAINST HUNGER Early the next morning quite a large group of tourists gathered to see the Survey party set out, it having become known that it was to make use of the old Cameron trail and endeavor to climb the other side of the Canyon.
in or at that place or location
From this reading "You will pardon an old lady," she said, "but I should not like to think of your going down there, unless you can assure me that it is really safe."
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading To these various people Masseth paid no heed.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Some, who had been part of the way down the trail, were politely incredulous as to the possibility of the feat, others took an especial pleasure in prophesying disaster, and a few expressed a wish that they might accompany the party "to see how it was done."
judge or regard; look upon; judge
From this reading "You will pardon an old lady," she said, "but I should not like to think of your going down there, unless you can assure me that it is really safe."
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading A LONE HAND AGAINST HUNGER Early the next morning quite a large group of tourists gathered to see the Survey party set out, it having become known that it was to make use of the old Cameron trail and endeavor to climb the other side of the Canyon.
inflected form of “take” — carry out
From this reading Some, who had been part of the way down the trail, were politely incredulous as to the possibility of the feat, others took an especial pleasure in prophesying disaster, and a few expressed a wish that they might accompany the party "to see how it was done."
touristsnounUS /ˈtʊrəsts/
plural of “tourist” — someone who travels for pleasure
From this reading A LONE HAND AGAINST HUNGER Early the next morning quite a large group of tourists gathered to see the Survey party set out, it having become known that it was to make use of the old Cameron trail and endeavor to climb the other side of the Canyon.
a track or mark left by something that has passed
From this reading A LONE HAND AGAINST HUNGER Early the next morning quite a large group of tourists gathered to see the Survey party set out, it having become known that it was to make use of the old Cameron trail and endeavor to climb the other side of the Canyon.
except if; if not
From this reading "You will pardon an old lady," she said, "but I should not like to think of your going down there, unless you can assure me that it is really safe."
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading Indeed he scarcely responded to questions, returning but the briefest replies, except once, when an old lady, quiet and gentle in manner, came up and laid her hand on his arm.
the act of using
From this reading A LONE HAND AGAINST HUNGER Early the next morning quite a large group of tourists gathered to see the Survey party set out, it having become known that it was to make use of the old Cameron trail and endeavor to climb the other side of the Canyon.
of many different kinds purposefully arranged but lacking any uniformity
From this reading To these various people Masseth paid no heed.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading A LONE HAND AGAINST HUNGER Early the next morning quite a large group of tourists gathered to see the Survey party set out, it having become known that it was to make use of the old Cameron trail and endeavor to climb the other side of the Canyon.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading Some, who had been part of the way down the trail, were politely incredulous as to the possibility of the feat, others took an especial pleasure in prophesying disaster, and a few expressed a wish that they might accompany the party "to see how it was done."
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Some, who had been part of the way down the trail, were politely incredulous as to the possibility of the feat, others took an especial pleasure in prophesying disaster, and a few expressed a wish that they might accompany the party "to see how it was done."
at the time that
From this reading Indeed he scarcely responded to questions, returning but the briefest replies, except once, when an old lady, quiet and gentle in manner, came up and laid her hand on his arm.
which person or people
From this reading Some, who had been part of the way down the trail, were politely incredulous as to the possibility of the feat, others took an especial pleasure in prophesying disaster, and a few expressed a wish that they might accompany the party "to see how it was done."
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading "You will pardon an old lady," she said, "but I should not like to think of your going down there, unless you can assure me that it is really safe."
hope for; have a wish
From this reading Some, who had been part of the way down the trail, were politely incredulous as to the possibility of the feat, others took an especial pleasure in prophesying disaster, and a few expressed a wish that they might accompany the party "to see how it was done."
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading "You will pardon an old lady," she said, "but I should not like to think of your going down there, unless you can assure me that it is really safe."
belonging to the person or people being spoken to
From this reading "You will pardon an old lady," she said, "but I should not like to think of your going down there, unless you can assure me that it is really safe."
