Chapter XXXIX

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

From this reading Though danger was past, a sense of humiliation and chagrin was shared by officers and men, as they realized that their defeat was due to their own folly more than to the strength of their foe.

surrounded by; in the middle of a group

From this reading Among those of highest rank bitter and insulting words were followed by blows, as if the general disgrace could be washed out by a gratuitous spilling of their own blood.

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

From this reading Though danger was past, a sense of humiliation and chagrin was shared by officers and men, as they realized that their defeat was due to their own folly more than to the strength of their foe.

one more of the same kind, or a different one

From this reading Members of the different commands, hopelessly confused in the general flight, rivalled one another in the rancor and contempt of their mutual recriminations as much as they ever emulated one another in the courage and prowess of a well fought field.

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

From this reading Though danger was past, a sense of humiliation and chagrin was shared by officers and men, as they realized that their defeat was due to their own folly more than to the strength of their foe.

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

From this reading Among those of highest rank bitter and insulting words were followed by blows, as if the general disgrace could be washed out by a gratuitous spilling of their own blood.

marked by strong resentment or cynicism

From this reading Among those of highest rank bitter and insulting words were followed by blows, as if the general disgrace could be washed out by a gratuitous spilling of their own blood.

The red fluid that circulates in the heart and blood vessels.

From this reading Among those of highest rank bitter and insulting words were followed by blows, as if the general disgrace could be washed out by a gratuitous spilling of their own blood.

plural of “blow” — a powerful stroke with the fist or a weapon

From this reading Among those of highest rank bitter and insulting words were followed by blows, as if the general disgrace could be washed out by a gratuitous spilling of their own blood.

inflected form of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere

From this reading Night brought little sleep to the Turkish host.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Though danger was past, a sense of humiliation and chagrin was shared by officers and men, as they realized that their defeat was due to their own folly more than to the strength of their foe.

uninterrupted in time and indefinitely long continuing

From this reading In every tentless group the men disturbed the quiet of the night with their ceaseless quarrels.

strong feelings of embarrassment

From this reading Though danger was past, a sense of humiliation and chagrin was shared by officers and men, as they realized that their defeat was due to their own folly more than to the strength of their foe.

plural of “command” — an authoritative direction or instruction to do something

From this reading Members of the different commands, hopelessly confused in the general flight, rivalled one another in the rancor and contempt of their mutual recriminations as much as they ever emulated one another in the courage and prowess of a well fought field.

perplexed by many conflicting situations or statements; filled with bewilderment

From this reading Members of the different commands, hopelessly confused in the general flight, rivalled one another in the rancor and contempt of their mutual recriminations as much as they ever emulated one another in the courage and prowess of a well fought field.

lack of respect accompanied by a feeling of intense dislike

From this reading Members of the different commands, hopelessly confused in the general flight, rivalled one another in the rancor and contempt of their mutual recriminations as much as they ever emulated one another in the courage and prowess of a well fought field.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading Among those of highest rank bitter and insulting words were followed by blows, as if the general disgrace could be washed out by a gratuitous spilling of their own blood.

a quality of spirit that enables you to face danger or pain without showing fear

From this reading Members of the different commands, hopelessly confused in the general flight, rivalled one another in the rancor and contempt of their mutual recriminations as much as they ever emulated one another in the courage and prowess of a well fought field.

the condition of being susceptible to harm or injury

From this reading Though danger was past, a sense of humiliation and chagrin was shared by officers and men, as they realized that their defeat was due to their own folly more than to the strength of their foe.

an unsuccessful ending to a struggle or contest

From this reading Though danger was past, a sense of humiliation and chagrin was shared by officers and men, as they realized that their defeat was due to their own folly more than to the strength of their foe.

unlike in nature or quality or form or degree

From this reading Members of the different commands, hopelessly confused in the general flight, rivalled one another in the rancor and contempt of their mutual recriminations as much as they ever emulated one another in the courage and prowess of a well fought field.

bring shame or dishonor upon

From this reading Among those of highest rank bitter and insulting words were followed by blows, as if the general disgrace could be washed out by a gratuitous spilling of their own blood.

having the place or position changed

From this reading In every tentless group the men disturbed the quiet of the night with their ceaseless quarrels.

owed and payable immediately or on demand

From this reading Though danger was past, a sense of humiliation and chagrin was shared by officers and men, as they realized that their defeat was due to their own folly more than to the strength of their foe.

past form of “emulate” — strive to equal or match, especially by imitating

From this reading Members of the different commands, hopelessly confused in the general flight, rivalled one another in the rancor and contempt of their mutual recriminations as much as they ever emulated one another in the courage and prowess of a well fought field.

at any time

From this reading Members of the different commands, hopelessly confused in the general flight, rivalled one another in the rancor and contempt of their mutual recriminations as much as they ever emulated one another in the courage and prowess of a well fought field.

all the members of a group, with none left out

From this reading In every tentless group the men disturbed the quiet of the night with their ceaseless quarrels.

a piece of land cleared of trees and usually enclosed

From this reading Members of the different commands, hopelessly confused in the general flight, rivalled one another in the rancor and contempt of their mutual recriminations as much as they ever emulated one another in the courage and prowess of a well fought field.

a formation of aircraft in flight

From this reading Members of the different commands, hopelessly confused in the general flight, rivalled one another in the rancor and contempt of their mutual recriminations as much as they ever emulated one another in the courage and prowess of a well fought field.

an armed adversary (especially a member of an opposing military force)

From this reading Though danger was past, a sense of humiliation and chagrin was shared by officers and men, as they realized that their defeat was due to their own folly more than to the strength of their foe.

past form of “follow” — to travel behind, go after, come after

From this reading Among those of highest rank bitter and insulting words were followed by blows, as if the general disgrace could be washed out by a gratuitous spilling of their own blood.

the trait of acting stupidly or rashly

From this reading Though danger was past, a sense of humiliation and chagrin was shared by officers and men, as they realized that their defeat was due to their own folly more than to the strength of their foe.

inflected form of “fight” — be engaged in a fight; carry on a fight

From this reading Members of the different commands, hopelessly confused in the general flight, rivalled one another in the rancor and contempt of their mutual recriminations as much as they ever emulated one another in the courage and prowess of a well fought field.

applying to all or most members of a category or group

From this reading Members of the different commands, hopelessly confused in the general flight, rivalled one another in the rancor and contempt of their mutual recriminations as much as they ever emulated one another in the courage and prowess of a well fought field.

without cause

From this reading Among those of highest rank bitter and insulting words were followed by blows, as if the general disgrace could be washed out by a gratuitous spilling of their own blood.

any number of entities (members) considered as a unit

From this reading In every tentless group the men disturbed the quiet of the night with their ceaseless quarrels.

superlative of “high” — greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount

From this reading Among those of highest rank bitter and insulting words were followed by blows, as if the general disgrace could be washed out by a gratuitous spilling of their own blood.

in a hopeless manner

From this reading Members of the different commands, hopelessly confused in the general flight, rivalled one another in the rancor and contempt of their mutual recriminations as much as they ever emulated one another in the courage and prowess of a well fought field.

a person who invites guests to a social event (such as a party in his or her own home) and who is responsible for them while they are there

From this reading Night brought little sleep to the Turkish host.

state of disgrace or loss of self-respect

From this reading Though danger was past, a sense of humiliation and chagrin was shared by officers and men, as they realized that their defeat was due to their own folly more than to the strength of their foe.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading Among those of highest rank bitter and insulting words were followed by blows, as if the general disgrace could be washed out by a gratuitous spilling of their own blood.

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

From this reading In every tentless group the men disturbed the quiet of the night with their ceaseless quarrels.

expressing extreme contempt

From this reading Among those of highest rank bitter and insulting words were followed by blows, as if the general disgrace could be washed out by a gratuitous spilling of their own blood.

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

From this reading Night brought little sleep to the Turkish host.

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 Members of the different commands, hopelessly confused in the general flight, rivalled one another in the rancor and contempt of their mutual recriminations as much as they ever emulated one another in the courage and prowess of a well fought field.

the force of workers available

From this reading Though danger was past, a sense of humiliation and chagrin was shared by officers and men, as they realized that their defeat was due to their own folly more than to the strength of their foe.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading Though danger was past, a sense of humiliation and chagrin was shared by officers and men, as they realized that their defeat was due to their own folly more than to the strength of their foe.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading Members of the different commands, hopelessly confused in the general flight, rivalled one another in the rancor and contempt of their mutual recriminations as much as they ever emulated one another in the courage and prowess of a well fought field.

common to or shared by two or more parties

From this reading Members of the different commands, hopelessly confused in the general flight, rivalled one another in the rancor and contempt of their mutual recriminations as much as they ever emulated one another in the courage and prowess of a well fought field.

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

From this reading Night brought little sleep to the Turkish host.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Though danger was past, a sense of humiliation and chagrin was shared by officers and men, as they realized that their defeat was due to their own folly more than to the strength of their foe.

plural of “officer” — any person in the armed services who holds a position of authority or command

From this reading Though danger was past, a sense of humiliation and chagrin was shared by officers and men, as they realized that their defeat was due to their own folly more than to the strength of their foe.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading Members of the different commands, hopelessly confused in the general flight, rivalled one another in the rancor and contempt of their mutual recriminations as much as they ever emulated one another in the courage and prowess of a well fought field.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading Among those of highest rank bitter and insulting words were followed by blows, as if the general disgrace could be washed out by a gratuitous spilling of their own blood.

have ownership or possession of

From this reading Though danger was past, a sense of humiliation and chagrin was shared by officers and men, as they realized that their defeat was due to their own folly more than to the strength of their foe.

the time that has elapsed

From this reading Though danger was past, a sense of humiliation and chagrin was shared by officers and men, as they realized that their defeat was due to their own folly more than to the strength of their foe.

a superior skill that you can learn by study and practice and observation

From this reading Members of the different commands, hopelessly confused in the general flight, rivalled one another in the rancor and contempt of their mutual recriminations as much as they ever emulated one another in the courage and prowess of a well fought field.

plural of “quarrel” — an angry dispute

From this reading In every tentless group the men disturbed the quiet of the night with their ceaseless quarrels.

characterized by an absence or near absence of agitation or activity

From this reading In every tentless group the men disturbed the quiet of the night with their ceaseless quarrels.

a feeling of deep and bitter anger and ill-will

From this reading Members of the different commands, hopelessly confused in the general flight, rivalled one another in the rancor and contempt of their mutual recriminations as much as they ever emulated one another in the courage and prowess of a well fought field.

a row or line of people (especially soldiers or police) standing abreast of one another

From this reading Among those of highest rank bitter and insulting words were followed by blows, as if the general disgrace could be washed out by a gratuitous spilling of their own blood.

successfully completed or brought to an end

From this reading Though danger was past, a sense of humiliation and chagrin was shared by officers and men, as they realized that their defeat was due to their own folly more than to the strength of their foe.

plural of “recrimination” — mutual accusations

From this reading Members of the different commands, hopelessly confused in the general flight, rivalled one another in the rancor and contempt of their mutual recriminations as much as they ever emulated one another in the courage and prowess of a well fought field.

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From this reading Members of the different commands, hopelessly confused in the general flight, rivalled one another in the rancor and contempt of their mutual recriminations as much as they ever emulated one another in the courage and prowess of a well fought field.

a general conscious awareness

From this reading Though danger was past, a sense of humiliation and chagrin was shared by officers and men, as they realized that their defeat was due to their own folly more than to the strength of their foe.

have in common; held or experienced in common

From this reading Though danger was past, a sense of humiliation and chagrin was shared by officers and men, as they realized that their defeat was due to their own folly more than to the strength of their foe.

a natural and periodic state of rest during which consciousness of the world is suspended

From this reading Night brought little sleep to the Turkish host.

-ing form of “spill” — cause or allow (a liquid substance) to run or flow from a container

From this reading Among those of highest rank bitter and insulting words were followed by blows, as if the general disgrace could be washed out by a gratuitous spilling of their own blood.

the property of being physically or mentally strong

From this reading Though danger was past, a sense of humiliation and chagrin was shared by officers and men, as they realized that their defeat was due to their own folly more than to the strength of their foe.

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From this reading In every tentless group the men disturbed the quiet of the night with their ceaseless quarrels.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading Though danger was past, a sense of humiliation and chagrin was shared by officers and men, as they realized that their defeat was due to their own folly more than to the strength of their foe.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Though danger was past, a sense of humiliation and chagrin was shared by officers and men, as they realized that their defeat was due to their own folly more than to the strength of their foe.

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

From this reading Night brought little sleep to the Turkish host.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Though danger was past, a sense of humiliation and chagrin was shared by officers and men, as they realized that their defeat was due to their own folly more than to the strength of their foe.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading Though danger was past, a sense of humiliation and chagrin was shared by officers and men, as they realized that their defeat was due to their own folly more than to the strength of their foe.

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading Among those of highest rank bitter and insulting words were followed by blows, as if the general disgrace could be washed out by a gratuitous spilling of their own blood.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading Though danger was past, a sense of humiliation and chagrin was shared by officers and men, as they realized that their defeat was due to their own folly more than to the strength of their foe.

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

From this reading Night brought little sleep to the Turkish host.

of or relating to or characteristic of Turkey or its people or language

From this reading Night brought little sleep to the Turkish host.

the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading Though danger was past, a sense of humiliation and chagrin was shared by officers and men, as they realized that their defeat was due to their own folly more than to the strength of their foe.

clean by virtue of having been washed in water

From this reading Among those of highest rank bitter and insulting words were followed by blows, as if the general disgrace could be washed out by a gratuitous spilling of their own blood.

(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 Members of the different commands, hopelessly confused in the general flight, rivalled one another in the rancor and contempt of their mutual recriminations as much as they ever emulated one another in the courage and prowess of a well fought field.

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading Among those of highest rank bitter and insulting words were followed by blows, as if the general disgrace could be washed out by a gratuitous spilling of their own blood.

in the company of; together with

From this reading In every tentless group the men disturbed the quiet of the night with their ceaseless quarrels.

the words that are spoken

From this reading Among those of highest rank bitter and insulting words were followed by blows, as if the general disgrace could be washed out by a gratuitous spilling of their own blood.