used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading CONNELL MAKES GOOD HIS ESCAPE From the very first Mike Connell had determined not to be captured, if he could possibly help it, wisely concluding that he would stand a better chance of serving his friend in freedom than as a prisoner.
admittancenounUS /ədˈmɪtəns/
the right to enter
From this reading The entrance of the Darrell's into the cavern had been so precipitate, and both of them had been so intent upon the object of their coming, that they had forgotten their usual precaution and neglected to close the door giving them admittance.
touching and pressing; in opposition to
From this reading At the same time he knew that, no matter how desperately two might fight against six, there was little hope of success in face of such overwhelming odds.
in addition
From this reading So, while he was prepared to throw himself heart and soul into the fray, he was also on the watch for a chance of escape.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading He realized that Ralph Darrell's enmity was especially directed towards Peveril, and believed that he, therefore, would be the principal object of attack.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading CONNELL MAKES GOOD HIS ESCAPE From the very first Mike Connell had determined not to be captured, if he could possibly help it, wisely concluding that he would stand a better chance of serving his friend in freedom than as a prisoner.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading At the same time he knew that, no matter how desperately two might fight against six, there was little hope of success in face of such overwhelming odds.
(military) an offensive against an enemy (using weapons)
From this reading He realized that Ralph Darrell's enmity was especially directed towards Peveril, and believed that he, therefore, would be the principal object of attack.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading CONNELL MAKES GOOD HIS ESCAPE From the very first Mike Connell had determined not to be captured, if he could possibly help it, wisely concluding that he would stand a better chance of serving his friend in freedom than as a prisoner.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading The entrance of the Darrell's into the cavern had been so precipitate, and both of them had been so intent upon the object of their coming, that they had forgotten their usual precaution and neglected to close the door giving them admittance.
past form of “believe” — accept as true; take to be true
From this reading He realized that Ralph Darrell's enmity was especially directed towards Peveril, and believed that he, therefore, would be the principal object of attack.
(comparative of “good”) superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability; more highly skilled than another
From this reading CONNELL MAKES GOOD HIS ESCAPE From the very first Mike Connell had determined not to be captured, if he could possibly help it, wisely concluding that he would stand a better chance of serving his friend in freedom than as a prisoner.
the two together, not just one
From this reading The entrance of the Darrell's into the cavern had been so precipitate, and both of them had been so intent upon the object of their coming, that they had forgotten their usual precaution and neglected to close the door giving them admittance.
capturedverbUS /ˈkæptʃərd/
past form of “capture” — succeed in representing or expressing something intangible
From this reading CONNELL MAKES GOOD HIS ESCAPE From the very first Mike Connell had determined not to be captured, if he could possibly help it, wisely concluding that he would stand a better chance of serving his friend in freedom than as a prisoner.
cavernnounUS /ˈkæv.ərn/
A large, vast underground cave, often filled with forgotten ancient treasures.
From this reading The entrance of the Darrell's into the cavern had been so precipitate, and both of them had been so intent upon the object of their coming, that they had forgotten their usual precaution and neglected to close the door giving them admittance.
a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances
From this reading CONNELL MAKES GOOD HIS ESCAPE From the very first Mike Connell had determined not to be captured, if he could possibly help it, wisely concluding that he would stand a better chance of serving his friend in freedom than as a prisoner.
at or within a short distance in space or time or having elements near each other
From this reading The entrance of the Darrell's into the cavern had been so precipitate, and both of them had been so intent upon the object of their coming, that they had forgotten their usual precaution and neglected to close the door giving them admittance.
the act of drawing spatially closer to something
From this reading The entrance of the Darrell's into the cavern had been so precipitate, and both of them had been so intent upon the object of their coming, that they had forgotten their usual precaution and neglected to close the door giving them admittance.
concludingadjectiveUS /kənˈkluːdɪŋ/
occurring at or forming an end or termination
From this reading CONNELL MAKES GOOD HIS ESCAPE From the very first Mike Connell had determined not to be captured, if he could possibly help it, wisely concluding that he would stand a better chance of serving his friend in freedom than as a prisoner.
CONNELL
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From this reading CONNELL MAKES GOOD HIS ESCAPE From the very first Mike Connell had determined not to be captured, if he could possibly help it, wisely concluding that he would stand a better chance of serving his friend in freedom than as a prisoner.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading CONNELL MAKES GOOD HIS ESCAPE From the very first Mike Connell had determined not to be captured, if he could possibly help it, wisely concluding that he would stand a better chance of serving his friend in freedom than as a prisoner.
Darrell's
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From this reading He realized that Ralph Darrell's enmity was especially directed towards Peveril, and believed that he, therefore, would be the principal object of attack.
desperatelyadverbUS /ˈdespərətli/
with great urgency
From this reading At the same time he knew that, no matter how desperately two might fight against six, there was little hope of success in face of such overwhelming odds.
characterized by great determination
From this reading CONNELL MAKES GOOD HIS ESCAPE From the very first Mike Connell had determined not to be captured, if he could possibly help it, wisely concluding that he would stand a better chance of serving his friend in freedom than as a prisoner.
(often used in combination) having a specified direction
From this reading He realized that Ralph Darrell's enmity was especially directed towards Peveril, and believed that he, therefore, would be the principal object of attack.
a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle
From this reading The entrance of the Darrell's into the cavern had been so precipitate, and both of them had been so intent upon the object of their coming, that they had forgotten their usual precaution and neglected to close the door giving them admittance.
enmitynounUS /ˈenməti/
a state of deep-seated ill-will
From this reading He realized that Ralph Darrell's enmity was especially directed towards Peveril, and believed that he, therefore, would be the principal object of attack.
something that provides access (to get in or get out)
From this reading The entrance of the Darrell's into the cavern had been so precipitate, and both of them had been so intent upon the object of their coming, that they had forgotten their usual precaution and neglected to close the door giving them admittance.
the act of escaping physically
From this reading CONNELL MAKES GOOD HIS ESCAPE From the very first Mike Connell had determined not to be captured, if he could possibly help it, wisely concluding that he would stand a better chance of serving his friend in freedom than as a prisoner.
to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common
From this reading He realized that Ralph Darrell's enmity was especially directed towards Peveril, and believed that he, therefore, would be the principal object of attack.
the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear
From this reading At the same time he knew that, no matter how desperately two might fight against six, there was little hope of success in face of such overwhelming odds.
be engaged in a fight; carry on a fight
From this reading At the same time he knew that, no matter how desperately two might fight against six, there was little hope of success in face of such overwhelming odds.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading CONNELL MAKES GOOD HIS ESCAPE From the very first Mike Connell had determined not to be captured, if he could possibly help it, wisely concluding that he would stand a better chance of serving his friend in freedom than as a prisoner.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading So, while he was prepared to throw himself heart and soul into the fray, he was also on the watch for a chance of escape.
Not remembered; lapsed from memory.
From this reading The entrance of the Darrell's into the cavern had been so precipitate, and both of them had been so intent upon the object of their coming, that they had forgotten their usual precaution and neglected to close the door giving them admittance.
frayverbUS /freɪ/
wear away by rubbing
From this reading So, while he was prepared to throw himself heart and soul into the fray, he was also on the watch for a chance of escape.
the condition of being free; the power to act or speak or think without externally imposed restraints
From this reading CONNELL MAKES GOOD HIS ESCAPE From the very first Mike Connell had determined not to be captured, if he could possibly help it, wisely concluding that he would stand a better chance of serving his friend in freedom than as a prisoner.
a person you know well and regard with affection and trust
From this reading CONNELL MAKES GOOD HIS ESCAPE From the very first Mike Connell had determined not to be captured, if he could possibly help it, wisely concluding that he would stand a better chance of serving his friend in freedom than as a prisoner.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading CONNELL MAKES GOOD HIS ESCAPE From the very first Mike Connell had determined not to be captured, if he could possibly help it, wisely concluding that he would stand a better chance of serving his friend in freedom than as a prisoner.
the act of giving
From this reading The entrance of the Darrell's into the cavern had been so precipitate, and both of them had been so intent upon the object of their coming, that they had forgotten their usual precaution and neglected to close the door giving them admittance.
having desirable or positive qualities especially those suitable for a thing specified
From this reading CONNELL MAKES GOOD HIS ESCAPE From the very first Mike Connell had determined not to be captured, if he could possibly help it, wisely concluding that he would stand a better chance of serving his friend in freedom than as a prisoner.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading CONNELL MAKES GOOD HIS ESCAPE From the very first Mike Connell had determined not to be captured, if he could possibly help it, wisely concluding that he would stand a better chance of serving his friend in freedom than as a prisoner.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading CONNELL MAKES GOOD HIS ESCAPE From the very first Mike Connell had determined not to be captured, if he could possibly help it, wisely concluding that he would stand a better chance of serving his friend in freedom than as a prisoner.
the locus of feelings and intuitions
From this reading So, while he was prepared to throw himself heart and soul into the fray, he was also on the watch for a chance of escape.
give help or assistance; be of service
From this reading CONNELL MAKES GOOD HIS ESCAPE From the very first Mike Connell had determined not to be captured, if he could possibly help it, wisely concluding that he would stand a better chance of serving his friend in freedom than as a prisoner.
used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object
From this reading So, while he was prepared to throw himself heart and soul into the fray, he was also on the watch for a chance of escape.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading CONNELL MAKES GOOD HIS ESCAPE From the very first Mike Connell had determined not to be captured, if he could possibly help it, wisely concluding that he would stand a better chance of serving his friend in freedom than as a prisoner.
a specific instance of feeling hopeful
From this reading At the same time he knew that, no matter how desperately two might fight against six, there was little hope of success in face of such overwhelming odds.
how
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From this reading At the same time he knew that, no matter how desperately two might fight against six, there was little hope of success in face of such overwhelming odds.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading CONNELL MAKES GOOD HIS ESCAPE From the very first Mike Connell had determined not to be captured, if he could possibly help it, wisely concluding that he would stand a better chance of serving his friend in freedom than as a prisoner.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading CONNELL MAKES GOOD HIS ESCAPE From the very first Mike Connell had determined not to be captured, if he could possibly help it, wisely concluding that he would stand a better chance of serving his friend in freedom than as a prisoner.
intentnounUS /ˌɪnˈtent/
an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
From this reading The entrance of the Darrell's into the cavern had been so precipitate, and both of them had been so intent upon the object of their coming, that they had forgotten their usual precaution and neglected to close the door giving them admittance.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading So, while he was prepared to throw himself heart and soul into the fray, he was also on the watch for a chance of escape.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading CONNELL MAKES GOOD HIS ESCAPE From the very first Mike Connell had determined not to be captured, if he could possibly help it, wisely concluding that he would stand a better chance of serving his friend in freedom than as a prisoner.
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 At the same time he knew that, no matter how desperately two might fight against six, there was little hope of success in face of such overwhelming odds.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading At the same time he knew that, no matter how desperately two might fight against six, there was little hope of success in face of such overwhelming odds.
plural of “make” — a recognizable kind
From this reading CONNELL MAKES GOOD HIS ESCAPE From the very first Mike Connell had determined not to be captured, if he could possibly help it, wisely concluding that he would stand a better chance of serving his friend in freedom than as a prisoner.
a vaguely specified concern
From this reading At the same time he knew that, no matter how desperately two might fight against six, there was little hope of success in face of such overwhelming odds.
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading At the same time he knew that, no matter how desperately two might fight against six, there was little hope of success in face of such overwhelming odds.
MikenounUS /maɪk/
device for converting sound waves into electrical energy
From this reading CONNELL MAKES GOOD HIS ESCAPE From the very first Mike Connell had determined not to be captured, if he could possibly help it, wisely concluding that he would stand a better chance of serving his friend in freedom than as a prisoner.
neglectedadjectiveUS /nəˈɡlektəd/
disregarded
From this reading The entrance of the Darrell's into the cavern had been so precipitate, and both of them had been so intent upon the object of their coming, that they had forgotten their usual precaution and neglected to close the door giving them admittance.
not any; not one
From this reading At the same time he knew that, no matter how desperately two might fight against six, there was little hope of success in face of such overwhelming odds.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading CONNELL MAKES GOOD HIS ESCAPE From the very first Mike Connell had determined not to be captured, if he could possibly help it, wisely concluding that he would stand a better chance of serving his friend in freedom than as a prisoner.
a tangible and visible entity; an entity that can cast a shadow
From this reading He realized that Ralph Darrell's enmity was especially directed towards Peveril, and believed that he, therefore, would be the principal object of attack.
oddsnounUS /ɑːdz/
the likelihood of a thing occurring rather than not occurring
From this reading At the same time he knew that, no matter how desperately two might fight against six, there was little hope of success in face of such overwhelming odds.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading CONNELL MAKES GOOD HIS ESCAPE From the very first Mike Connell had determined not to be captured, if he could possibly help it, wisely concluding that he would stand a better chance of serving his friend in freedom than as a prisoner.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading So, while he was prepared to throw himself heart and soul into the fray, he was also on the watch for a chance of escape.
overwhelmingadjectiveUS /ˌoʊvərˈwelmɪŋ/
so strong as to be irresistible
From this reading At the same time he knew that, no matter how desperately two might fight against six, there was little hope of success in face of such overwhelming odds.
Peveril
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From this reading He realized that Ralph Darrell's enmity was especially directed towards Peveril, and believed that he, therefore, would be the principal object of attack.
by chance
From this reading CONNELL MAKES GOOD HIS ESCAPE From the very first Mike Connell had determined not to be captured, if he could possibly help it, wisely concluding that he would stand a better chance of serving his friend in freedom than as a prisoner.
precautionnounUS /priˈkɔːʃən/
a precautionary measure warding off impending danger or damage or injury etc.
From this reading The entrance of the Darrell's into the cavern had been so precipitate, and both of them had been so intent upon the object of their coming, that they had forgotten their usual precaution and neglected to close the door giving them admittance.
precipitateverbUS /prɪˈsɪpɪteɪt/
bring about abruptly
From this reading The entrance of the Darrell's into the cavern had been so precipitate, and both of them had been so intent upon the object of their coming, that they had forgotten their usual precaution and neglected to close the door giving them admittance.
made ready or fit or suitable beforehand
From this reading So, while he was prepared to throw himself heart and soul into the fray, he was also on the watch for a chance of escape.
the original amount of a debt on which interest is calculated
From this reading He realized that Ralph Darrell's enmity was especially directed towards Peveril, and believed that he, therefore, would be the principal object of attack.
a person who is confined; especially a prisoner of war
From this reading CONNELL MAKES GOOD HIS ESCAPE From the very first Mike Connell had determined not to be captured, if he could possibly help it, wisely concluding that he would stand a better chance of serving his friend in freedom than as a prisoner.
Ralph
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From this reading He realized that Ralph Darrell's enmity was especially directed towards Peveril, and believed that he, therefore, would be the principal object of attack.
successfully completed or brought to an end
From this reading He realized that Ralph Darrell's enmity was especially directed towards Peveril, and believed that he, therefore, would be the principal object of attack.
Identical; not different.
From this reading At the same time he knew that, no matter how desperately two might fight against six, there was little hope of success in face of such overwhelming odds.
servingnounUS /ˈsɜːrvɪŋ/
an individual quantity of food or drink taken as part of a meal
From this reading CONNELL MAKES GOOD HIS ESCAPE From the very first Mike Connell had determined not to be captured, if he could possibly help it, wisely concluding that he would stand a better chance of serving his friend in freedom than as a prisoner.
the cardinal number that is the sum of five and one
From this reading At the same time he knew that, no matter how desperately two might fight against six, there was little hope of success in face of such overwhelming odds.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading So, while he was prepared to throw himself heart and soul into the fray, he was also on the watch for a chance of escape.
the immaterial part of a person; the actuating cause of an individual life
From this reading So, while he was prepared to throw himself heart and soul into the fray, he was also on the watch for a chance of escape.
be standing; be upright
From this reading CONNELL MAKES GOOD HIS ESCAPE From the very first Mike Connell had determined not to be captured, if he could possibly help it, wisely concluding that he would stand a better chance of serving his friend in freedom than as a prisoner.
an event that accomplishes its intended purpose
From this reading At the same time he knew that, no matter how desperately two might fight against six, there was little hope of success in face of such overwhelming odds.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading At the same time he knew that, no matter how desperately two might fight against six, there was little hope of success in face of such overwhelming odds.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading CONNELL MAKES GOOD HIS ESCAPE From the very first Mike Connell had determined not to be captured, if he could possibly help it, wisely concluding that he would stand a better chance of serving his friend in freedom than as a prisoner.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading CONNELL MAKES GOOD HIS ESCAPE From the very first Mike Connell had determined not to be captured, if he could possibly help it, wisely concluding that he would stand a better chance of serving his friend in freedom than as a prisoner.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading CONNELL MAKES GOOD HIS ESCAPE From the very first Mike Connell had determined not to be captured, if he could possibly help it, wisely concluding that he would stand a better chance of serving his friend in freedom than as a prisoner.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading The entrance of the Darrell's into the cavern had been so precipitate, and both of them had been so intent upon the object of their coming, that they had forgotten their usual precaution and neglected to close the door giving them admittance.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading The entrance of the Darrell's into the cavern had been so precipitate, and both of them had been so intent upon the object of their coming, that they had forgotten their usual precaution and neglected to close the door giving them admittance.
in or at that place or location
From this reading At the same time he knew that, no matter how desperately two might fight against six, there was little hope of success in face of such overwhelming odds.
for that reason; as a result
From this reading He realized that Ralph Darrell's enmity was especially directed towards Peveril, and believed that he, therefore, would be the principal object of attack.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading The entrance of the Darrell's into the cavern had been so precipitate, and both of them had been so intent upon the object of their coming, that they had forgotten their usual precaution and neglected to close the door giving them admittance.
propel through the air
From this reading So, while he was prepared to throw himself heart and soul into the fray, he was also on the watch for a chance of escape.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading At the same time he knew that, no matter how desperately two might fight against six, there was little hope of success in face of such overwhelming odds.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading CONNELL MAKES GOOD HIS ESCAPE From the very first Mike Connell had determined not to be captured, if he could possibly help it, wisely concluding that he would stand a better chance of serving his friend in freedom than as a prisoner.
in the direction of
From this reading He realized that Ralph Darrell's enmity was especially directed towards Peveril, and believed that he, therefore, would be the principal object of attack.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading At the same time he knew that, no matter how desperately two might fight against six, there was little hope of success in face of such overwhelming odds.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading The entrance of the Darrell's into the cavern had been so precipitate, and both of them had been so intent upon the object of their coming, that they had forgotten their usual precaution and neglected to close the door giving them admittance.
usualadjectiveUS /ˈjuːʒəwəl/
occurring or encountered or experienced or observed frequently or in accordance with regular practice or procedure
From this reading The entrance of the Darrell's into the cavern had been so precipitate, and both of them had been so intent upon the object of their coming, that they had forgotten their usual precaution and neglected to close the door giving them admittance.
precisely as stated
From this reading CONNELL MAKES GOOD HIS ESCAPE From the very first Mike Connell had determined not to be captured, if he could possibly help it, wisely concluding that he would stand a better chance of serving his friend in freedom than as a prisoner.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading He realized that Ralph Darrell's enmity was especially directed towards Peveril, and believed that he, therefore, would be the principal object of attack.
look attentively
From this reading So, while he was prepared to throw himself heart and soul into the fray, he was also on the watch for a chance of escape.
whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading So, while he was prepared to throw himself heart and soul into the fray, he was also on the watch for a chance of escape.
wiselyadverbUS /ˈwaɪzli/
in a wise manner
From this reading CONNELL MAKES GOOD HIS ESCAPE From the very first Mike Connell had determined not to be captured, if he could possibly help it, wisely concluding that he would stand a better chance of serving his friend in freedom than as a prisoner.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading CONNELL MAKES GOOD HIS ESCAPE From the very first Mike Connell had determined not to be captured, if he could possibly help it, wisely concluding that he would stand a better chance of serving his friend in freedom than as a prisoner.
