used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading He awoke next morning to find her plunging and rolling and staggering through what, in comparison with his previous experiences of the sea, appeared to be a frightful storm.
AdmiraltynounUS /ˈædmərəlti/
the department in charge of the navy (as in Great Britain)
From this reading The Goal of the “L’Escaut” Inspector French had gone to bed in the tiny but comfortable stateroom which had been put at his disposal by the officers of the Admiralty boat while that redoubtable vessel was slipping easily and on an even keel through the calm waters of the Straits of Dover.
a person or thing that is a resource that helps make something easier or possible to do
From this reading To his surprise, however, he did not feel any bad effects from the motion, and presently he arose, and having with extreme care performed the ticklish operation of shaving, dressed and climbed with the aid of railings and handles to the companionway, and so to the deck.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading The Goal of the “L’Escaut” Inspector French had gone to bed in the tiny but comfortable stateroom which had been put at his disposal by the officers of the Admiralty boat while that redoubtable vessel was slipping easily and on an even keel through the calm waters of the Straits of Dover.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The Goal of the “L’Escaut” Inspector French had gone to bed in the tiny but comfortable stateroom which had been put at his disposal by the officers of the Admiralty boat while that redoubtable vessel was slipping easily and on an even keel through the calm waters of the Straits of Dover.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading To his surprise, however, he did not feel any bad effects from the motion, and presently he arose, and having with extreme care performed the ticklish operation of shaving, dressed and climbed with the aid of railings and handles to the companionway, and so to the deck.
past form of “appear” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading He awoke next morning to find her plunging and rolling and staggering through what, in comparison with his previous experiences of the sea, appeared to be a frightful storm.
inflected form of “arise” — come into existence; take on form or shape
From this reading To his surprise, however, he did not feel any bad effects from the motion, and presently he arose, and having with extreme care performed the ticklish operation of shaving, dressed and climbed with the aid of railings and handles to the companionway, and so to the deck.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading The sight which met his eyes on emerging made him hold his breath, as he clung to the rail at the companion door.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading The Goal of the “L’Escaut” Inspector French had gone to bed in the tiny but comfortable stateroom which had been put at his disposal by the officers of the Admiralty boat while that redoubtable vessel was slipping easily and on an even keel through the calm waters of the Straits of Dover.
inflected form of “awake” — stop sleeping
From this reading He awoke next morning to find her plunging and rolling and staggering through what, in comparison with his previous experiences of the sea, appeared to be a frightful storm.
having undesirable or negative qualities
From this reading To his surprise, however, he did not feel any bad effects from the motion, and presently he arose, and having with extreme care performed the ticklish operation of shaving, dressed and climbed with the aid of railings and handles to the companionway, and so to the deck.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading He awoke next morning to find her plunging and rolling and staggering through what, in comparison with his previous experiences of the sea, appeared to be a frightful storm.
a piece of furniture that provides a place to sleep
From this reading The Goal of the “L’Escaut” Inspector French had gone to bed in the tiny but comfortable stateroom which had been put at his disposal by the officers of the Admiralty boat while that redoubtable vessel was slipping easily and on an even keel through the calm waters of the Straits of Dover.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading The Goal of the “L’Escaut” Inspector French had gone to bed in the tiny but comfortable stateroom which had been put at his disposal by the officers of the Admiralty boat while that redoubtable vessel was slipping easily and on an even keel through the calm waters of the Straits of Dover.
a small vessel for travel on water
From this reading The Goal of the “L’Escaut” Inspector French had gone to bed in the tiny but comfortable stateroom which had been put at his disposal by the officers of the Admiralty boat while that redoubtable vessel was slipping easily and on an even keel through the calm waters of the Straits of Dover.
the process of taking in and expelling air during breathing
From this reading The sight which met his eyes on emerging made him hold his breath, as he clung to the rail at the companion door.
emitting or reflecting light readily or in large amounts
From this reading It was a wonderful morning, clear and bright and fresh and invigorating.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading The Goal of the “L’Escaut” Inspector French had gone to bed in the tiny but comfortable stateroom which had been put at his disposal by the officers of the Admiralty boat while that redoubtable vessel was slipping easily and on an even keel through the calm waters of the Straits of Dover.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading The Goal of the “L’Escaut” Inspector French had gone to bed in the tiny but comfortable stateroom which had been put at his disposal by the officers of the Admiralty boat while that redoubtable vessel was slipping easily and on an even keel through the calm waters of the Straits of Dover.
make calm or still
From this reading The Goal of the “L’Escaut” Inspector French had gone to bed in the tiny but comfortable stateroom which had been put at his disposal by the officers of the Admiralty boat while that redoubtable vessel was slipping easily and on an even keel through the calm waters of the Straits of Dover.
the work of providing treatment for or attending to someone or something
From this reading To his surprise, however, he did not feel any bad effects from the motion, and presently he arose, and having with extreme care performed the ticklish operation of shaving, dressed and climbed with the aid of railings and handles to the companionway, and so to the deck.
rid of obstructions
From this reading It was a wonderful morning, clear and bright and fresh and invigorating.
past form of “climb” — go upward with gradual or continuous progress
From this reading To his surprise, however, he did not feel any bad effects from the motion, and presently he arose, and having with extreme care performed the ticklish operation of shaving, dressed and climbed with the aid of railings and handles to the companionway, and so to the deck.
clungverbUS /klʌŋ/
inflected form of “cling” — come or be in close contact with; stick or hold together and resist separation
From this reading The sight which met his eyes on emerging made him hold his breath, as he clung to the rail at the companion door.
providing or experiencing physical well-being or relief (“comfy” is informal)
From this reading The Goal of the “L’Escaut” Inspector French had gone to bed in the tiny but comfortable stateroom which had been put at his disposal by the officers of the Admiralty boat while that redoubtable vessel was slipping easily and on an even keel through the calm waters of the Straits of Dover.
a friend who is frequently in the company of another
From this reading The sight which met his eyes on emerging made him hold his breath, as he clung to the rail at the companion door.
companionwaynounUS /kəmˈpænjənweɪ/
a stairway or ladder that leads from one deck to another on a ship
From this reading To his surprise, however, he did not feel any bad effects from the motion, and presently he arose, and having with extreme care performed the ticklish operation of shaving, dressed and climbed with the aid of railings and handles to the companionway, and so to the deck.
comparisonnounUS /kəmˈperəsən/
the act of examining resemblances
From this reading He awoke next morning to find her plunging and rolling and staggering through what, in comparison with his previous experiences of the sea, appeared to be a frightful storm.
any of various platforms built into a vessel
From this reading To his surprise, however, he did not feel any bad effects from the motion, and presently he arose, and having with extreme care performed the ticklish operation of shaving, dressed and climbed with the aid of railings and handles to the companionway, and so to the deck.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading To his surprise, however, he did not feel any bad effects from the motion, and presently he arose, and having with extreme care performed the ticklish operation of shaving, dressed and climbed with the aid of railings and handles to the companionway, and so to the deck.
disposalnounUS /dɪˈspoʊzəl/
the power to use something or someone
From this reading The Goal of the “L’Escaut” Inspector French had gone to bed in the tiny but comfortable stateroom which had been put at his disposal by the officers of the Admiralty boat while that redoubtable vessel was slipping easily and on an even keel through the calm waters of the Straits of Dover.
a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle
From this reading The sight which met his eyes on emerging made him hold his breath, as he clung to the rail at the companion door.
DovernounUS /ˈdoʊvər/
the capital of the state of Delaware
From this reading The Goal of the “L’Escaut” Inspector French had gone to bed in the tiny but comfortable stateroom which had been put at his disposal by the officers of the Admiralty boat while that redoubtable vessel was slipping easily and on an even keel through the calm waters of the Straits of Dover.
dressed or clothed especially in fine attire; often used in combination
From this reading To his surprise, however, he did not feel any bad effects from the motion, and presently he arose, and having with extreme care performed the ticklish operation of shaving, dressed and climbed with the aid of railings and handles to the companionway, and so to the deck.
with ease (“easy” is sometimes used informally for “easily”)
From this reading The Goal of the “L’Escaut” Inspector French had gone to bed in the tiny but comfortable stateroom which had been put at his disposal by the officers of the Admiralty boat while that redoubtable vessel was slipping easily and on an even keel through the calm waters of the Straits of Dover.
effectsnounUS /ɪˈfekts/
property of a personal character that is portable but not used in business
From this reading To his surprise, however, he did not feel any bad effects from the motion, and presently he arose, and having with extreme care performed the ticklish operation of shaving, dressed and climbed with the aid of railings and handles to the companionway, and so to the deck.
emergingadjectiveUS /ɪˈmɜːrdʒɪŋ/
coming to maturity
From this reading The sight which met his eyes on emerging made him hold his breath, as he clung to the rail at the companion door.
divisible by two
From this reading The Goal of the “L’Escaut” Inspector French had gone to bed in the tiny but comfortable stateroom which had been put at his disposal by the officers of the Admiralty boat while that redoubtable vessel was slipping easily and on an even keel through the calm waters of the Straits of Dover.
experiencesnounUS /ɪkˈspɪriənsɪz/
plural of “experience” — the accumulation of knowledge or skill that results from direct participation in events or activities
From this reading He awoke next morning to find her plunging and rolling and staggering through what, in comparison with his previous experiences of the sea, appeared to be a frightful storm.
of the greatest possible degree or extent or intensity
From this reading To his surprise, however, he did not feel any bad effects from the motion, and presently he arose, and having with extreme care performed the ticklish operation of shaving, dressed and climbed with the aid of railings and handles to the companionway, and so to the deck.
opinion or judgment
From this reading The sight which met his eyes on emerging made him hold his breath, as he clung to the rail at the companion door.
undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind
From this reading To his surprise, however, he did not feel any bad effects from the motion, and presently he arose, and having with extreme care performed the ticklish operation of shaving, dressed and climbed with the aid of railings and handles to the companionway, and so to the deck.
come upon, as if by accident; meet with
From this reading He awoke next morning to find her plunging and rolling and staggering through what, in comparison with his previous experiences of the sea, appeared to be a frightful storm.
the Romance language spoken in France and in countries colonized by France
From this reading The Goal of the “L’Escaut” Inspector French had gone to bed in the tiny but comfortable stateroom which had been put at his disposal by the officers of the Admiralty boat while that redoubtable vessel was slipping easily and on an even keel through the calm waters of the Straits of Dover.
recently made, produced, or harvested
From this reading It was a wonderful morning, clear and bright and fresh and invigorating.
frightfuladjectiveUS /ˈfraɪtfəl/
provoking horror
From this reading He awoke next morning to find her plunging and rolling and staggering through what, in comparison with his previous experiences of the sea, appeared to be a frightful storm.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading To his surprise, however, he did not feel any bad effects from the motion, and presently he arose, and having with extreme care performed the ticklish operation of shaving, dressed and climbed with the aid of railings and handles to the companionway, and so to the deck.
GoalnounUS /ɡoʊl/
the state of affairs that a plan is intended to achieve and that (when achieved) terminates behavior intended to achieve it
From this reading The Goal of the “L’Escaut” Inspector French had gone to bed in the tiny but comfortable stateroom which had been put at his disposal by the officers of the Admiralty boat while that redoubtable vessel was slipping easily and on an even keel through the calm waters of the Straits of Dover.
destroyed or killed
From this reading The Goal of the “L’Escaut” Inspector French had gone to bed in the tiny but comfortable stateroom which had been put at his disposal by the officers of the Admiralty boat while that redoubtable vessel was slipping easily and on an even keel through the calm waters of the Straits of Dover.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading The Goal of the “L’Escaut” Inspector French had gone to bed in the tiny but comfortable stateroom which had been put at his disposal by the officers of the Admiralty boat while that redoubtable vessel was slipping easily and on an even keel through the calm waters of the Straits of Dover.
handlesnounUS /ˈhændəlz/
plural of “handle” — the appendage to an object that is designed to be held in order to use or move it
From this reading To his surprise, however, he did not feel any bad effects from the motion, and presently he arose, and having with extreme care performed the ticklish operation of shaving, dressed and climbed with the aid of railings and handles to the companionway, and so to the deck.
havingauxiliary verbUS /ˈhævɪŋ/
the -ing form of “have”
From this reading To his surprise, however, he did not feel any bad effects from the motion, and presently he arose, and having with extreme care performed the ticklish operation of shaving, dressed and climbed with the aid of railings and handles to the companionway, and so to the deck.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He awoke next morning to find her plunging and rolling and staggering through what, in comparison with his previous experiences of the sea, appeared to be a frightful storm.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading He awoke next morning to find her plunging and rolling and staggering through what, in comparison with his previous experiences of the sea, appeared to be a frightful storm.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading The sight which met his eyes on emerging made him hold his breath, as he clung to the rail at the companion door.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading The Goal of the “L’Escaut” Inspector French had gone to bed in the tiny but comfortable stateroom which had been put at his disposal by the officers of the Admiralty boat while that redoubtable vessel was slipping easily and on an even keel through the calm waters of the Straits of Dover.
cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”
From this reading The sight which met his eyes on emerging made him hold his breath, as he clung to the rail at the companion door.
used to add a contrasting statement
From this reading To his surprise, however, he did not feel any bad effects from the motion, and presently he arose, and having with extreme care performed the ticklish operation of shaving, dressed and climbed with the aid of railings and handles to the companionway, and so to the deck.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading The Goal of the “L’Escaut” Inspector French had gone to bed in the tiny but comfortable stateroom which had been put at his disposal by the officers of the Admiralty boat while that redoubtable vessel was slipping easily and on an even keel through the calm waters of the Straits of Dover.
InspectornounUS /ˌɪnˈspektər/
a high ranking police officer
From this reading The Goal of the “L’Escaut” Inspector French had gone to bed in the tiny but comfortable stateroom which had been put at his disposal by the officers of the Admiralty boat while that redoubtable vessel was slipping easily and on an even keel through the calm waters of the Straits of Dover.
invigoratingadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈvɪɡəreɪtɪŋ/
imparting strength and vitality
From this reading It was a wonderful morning, clear and bright and fresh and invigorating.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It was a wonderful morning, clear and bright and fresh and invigorating.
keelnounUS /kiːl/
a projection or ridge that suggests a keel
From this reading The Goal of the “L’Escaut” Inspector French had gone to bed in the tiny but comfortable stateroom which had been put at his disposal by the officers of the Admiralty boat while that redoubtable vessel was slipping easily and on an even keel through the calm waters of the Straits of Dover.
L'Escaut
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From this reading The Goal of the “L’Escaut” Inspector French had gone to bed in the tiny but comfortable stateroom which had been put at his disposal by the officers of the Admiralty boat while that redoubtable vessel was slipping easily and on an even keel through the calm waters of the Straits of Dover.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading The sight which met his eyes on emerging made him hold his breath, as he clung to the rail at the companion door.
inflected form of “meet” — come together
From this reading The sight which met his eyes on emerging made him hold his breath, as he clung to the rail at the companion door.
the time period between dawn and noon
From this reading He awoke next morning to find her plunging and rolling and staggering through what, in comparison with his previous experiences of the sea, appeared to be a frightful storm.
the use of movements (especially of the hands) to communicate familiar or prearranged signals
From this reading To his surprise, however, he did not feel any bad effects from the motion, and presently he arose, and having with extreme care performed the ticklish operation of shaving, dressed and climbed with the aid of railings and handles to the companionway, and so to the deck.
immediately following in time or order
From this reading He awoke next morning to find her plunging and rolling and staggering through what, in comparison with his previous experiences of the sea, appeared to be a frightful storm.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading To his surprise, however, he did not feel any bad effects from the motion, and presently he arose, and having with extreme care performed the ticklish operation of shaving, dressed and climbed with the aid of railings and handles to the companionway, and so to the deck.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading The Goal of the “L’Escaut” Inspector French had gone to bed in the tiny but comfortable stateroom which had been put at his disposal by the officers of the Admiralty boat while that redoubtable vessel was slipping easily and on an even keel through the calm waters of the Straits of Dover.
plural of “officer” — any person in the armed services who holds a position of authority or command
From this reading The Goal of the “L’Escaut” Inspector French had gone to bed in the tiny but comfortable stateroom which had been put at his disposal by the officers of the Admiralty boat while that redoubtable vessel was slipping easily and on an even keel through the calm waters of the Straits of Dover.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading The Goal of the “L’Escaut” Inspector French had gone to bed in the tiny but comfortable stateroom which had been put at his disposal by the officers of the Admiralty boat while that redoubtable vessel was slipping easily and on an even keel through the calm waters of the Straits of Dover.
operationnounUS /ˌɑːpərˈeɪʃən/
the state of being in effect or being operative
From this reading To his surprise, however, he did not feel any bad effects from the motion, and presently he arose, and having with extreme care performed the ticklish operation of shaving, dressed and climbed with the aid of railings and handles to the companionway, and so to the deck.
performedverbUS /pərˈfɔːrmd/
past form of “perform” — carry out or perform an action
From this reading To his surprise, however, he did not feel any bad effects from the motion, and presently he arose, and having with extreme care performed the ticklish operation of shaving, dressed and climbed with the aid of railings and handles to the companionway, and so to the deck.
plungingverbUS /ˈplʌndʒɪŋ/
-ing form of “plunge” — thrust or throw into
From this reading He awoke next morning to find her plunging and rolling and staggering through what, in comparison with his previous experiences of the sea, appeared to be a frightful storm.
in the near future
From this reading To his surprise, however, he did not feel any bad effects from the motion, and presently he arose, and having with extreme care performed the ticklish operation of shaving, dressed and climbed with the aid of railings and handles to the companionway, and so to the deck.
just preceding something else in time or order
From this reading He awoke next morning to find her plunging and rolling and staggering through what, in comparison with his previous experiences of the sea, appeared to be a frightful storm.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading The Goal of the “L’Escaut” Inspector French had gone to bed in the tiny but comfortable stateroom which had been put at his disposal by the officers of the Admiralty boat while that redoubtable vessel was slipping easily and on an even keel through the calm waters of the Straits of Dover.
railnounUS /reɪl/
a barrier consisting of a horizontal bar and supports
From this reading The sight which met his eyes on emerging made him hold his breath, as he clung to the rail at the companion door.
railingsnounUS /ˈreɪlɪŋz/
plural of “railing” — a barrier consisting of a horizontal bar and supports
From this reading To his surprise, however, he did not feel any bad effects from the motion, and presently he arose, and having with extreme care performed the ticklish operation of shaving, dressed and climbed with the aid of railings and handles to the companionway, and so to the deck.
redoubtableadjectiveUS /riˈdaʊtəbəl/
inspiring fear
From this reading The Goal of the “L’Escaut” Inspector French had gone to bed in the tiny but comfortable stateroom which had been put at his disposal by the officers of the Admiralty boat while that redoubtable vessel was slipping easily and on an even keel through the calm waters of the Straits of Dover.
uttered with a trill
From this reading He awoke next morning to find her plunging and rolling and staggering through what, in comparison with his previous experiences of the sea, appeared to be a frightful storm.
a division of an ocean or a large body of salt water partially enclosed by land
From this reading He awoke next morning to find her plunging and rolling and staggering through what, in comparison with his previous experiences of the sea, appeared to be a frightful storm.
shavingnounUS /ˈʃeɪvɪŋ/
the act of removing hair with a razor
From this reading To his surprise, however, he did not feel any bad effects from the motion, and presently he arose, and having with extreme care performed the ticklish operation of shaving, dressed and climbed with the aid of railings and handles to the companionway, and so to the deck.
an instance of visual perception
From this reading The sight which met his eyes on emerging made him hold his breath, as he clung to the rail at the companion door.
slippingadjectiveUS /ˈslɪpɪŋ/
moving as on a slippery surface
From this reading The Goal of the “L’Escaut” Inspector French had gone to bed in the tiny but comfortable stateroom which had been put at his disposal by the officers of the Admiralty boat while that redoubtable vessel was slipping easily and on an even keel through the calm waters of the Straits of Dover.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading To his surprise, however, he did not feel any bad effects from the motion, and presently he arose, and having with extreme care performed the ticklish operation of shaving, dressed and climbed with the aid of railings and handles to the companionway, and so to the deck.
staggeringadjectiveUS /ˈstæɡərɪŋ/
so surprisingly impressive as to stun or overwhelm
From this reading He awoke next morning to find her plunging and rolling and staggering through what, in comparison with his previous experiences of the sea, appeared to be a frightful storm.
stateroomnoun
a guest cabin
From this reading The Goal of the “L’Escaut” Inspector French had gone to bed in the tiny but comfortable stateroom which had been put at his disposal by the officers of the Admiralty boat while that redoubtable vessel was slipping easily and on an even keel through the calm waters of the Straits of Dover.
behave violently, as if in state of a great anger
From this reading He awoke next morning to find her plunging and rolling and staggering through what, in comparison with his previous experiences of the sea, appeared to be a frightful storm.
StraitsnounUS /streɪts/
a bad or difficult situation or state of affairs
From this reading The Goal of the “L’Escaut” Inspector French had gone to bed in the tiny but comfortable stateroom which had been put at his disposal by the officers of the Admiralty boat while that redoubtable vessel was slipping easily and on an even keel through the calm waters of the Straits of Dover.
the astonishment you feel when something totally unexpected happens to you
From this reading To his surprise, however, he did not feel any bad effects from the motion, and presently he arose, and having with extreme care performed the ticklish operation of shaving, dressed and climbed with the aid of railings and handles to the companionway, and so to the deck.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading The Goal of the “L’Escaut” Inspector French had gone to bed in the tiny but comfortable stateroom which had been put at his disposal by the officers of the Admiralty boat while that redoubtable vessel was slipping easily and on an even keel through the calm waters of the Straits of Dover.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading The Goal of the “L’Escaut” Inspector French had gone to bed in the tiny but comfortable stateroom which had been put at his disposal by the officers of the Admiralty boat while that redoubtable vessel was slipping easily and on an even keel through the calm waters of the Straits of Dover.
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading The Goal of the “L’Escaut” Inspector French had gone to bed in the tiny but comfortable stateroom which had been put at his disposal by the officers of the Admiralty boat while that redoubtable vessel was slipping easily and on an even keel through the calm waters of the Straits of Dover.
ticklishadjectiveUS /ˈtɪkəlɪʃ/
difficult to handle; requiring great tact
From this reading To his surprise, however, he did not feel any bad effects from the motion, and presently he arose, and having with extreme care performed the ticklish operation of shaving, dressed and climbed with the aid of railings and handles to the companionway, and so to the deck.
very small
From this reading The Goal of the “L’Escaut” Inspector French had gone to bed in the tiny but comfortable stateroom which had been put at his disposal by the officers of the Admiralty boat while that redoubtable vessel was slipping easily and on an even keel through the calm waters of the Straits of Dover.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading The Goal of the “L’Escaut” Inspector French had gone to bed in the tiny but comfortable stateroom which had been put at his disposal by the officers of the Admiralty boat while that redoubtable vessel was slipping easily and on an even keel through the calm waters of the Straits of Dover.
a tube in which a body fluid circulates
From this reading The Goal of the “L’Escaut” Inspector French had gone to bed in the tiny but comfortable stateroom which had been put at his disposal by the officers of the Admiralty boat while that redoubtable vessel was slipping easily and on an even keel through the calm waters of the Straits of Dover.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The Goal of the “L’Escaut” Inspector French had gone to bed in the tiny but comfortable stateroom which had been put at his disposal by the officers of the Admiralty boat while that redoubtable vessel was slipping easily and on an even keel through the calm waters of the Straits of Dover.
United States actress and singer (1896-1977)
From this reading The Goal of the “L’Escaut” Inspector French had gone to bed in the tiny but comfortable stateroom which had been put at his disposal by the officers of the Admiralty boat while that redoubtable vessel was slipping easily and on an even keel through the calm waters of the Straits of Dover.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading He awoke next morning to find her plunging and rolling and staggering through what, in comparison with his previous experiences of the sea, appeared to be a frightful storm.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading The Goal of the “L’Escaut” Inspector French had gone to bed in the tiny but comfortable stateroom which had been put at his disposal by the officers of the Admiralty boat while that redoubtable vessel was slipping easily and on an even keel through the calm waters of the Straits of Dover.
whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading The Goal of the “L’Escaut” Inspector French had gone to bed in the tiny but comfortable stateroom which had been put at his disposal by the officers of the Admiralty boat while that redoubtable vessel was slipping easily and on an even keel through the calm waters of the Straits of Dover.
in the company of; together with
From this reading He awoke next morning to find her plunging and rolling and staggering through what, in comparison with his previous experiences of the sea, appeared to be a frightful storm.
extraordinarily good or great; used especially as intensifiers
From this reading It was a wonderful morning, clear and bright and fresh and invigorating.
