Chapter XXIII

Extreme physical or mental suffering; intense anguish.

From this reading The passion and the tumult, the glory and the agony of the next day will live in History as long as History herself lives to depict the scenes of blood and violence which earth has witnessed.

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading “Lay the sword on his breast; there’s no spot on its blade In whose cankering breath his bright laurels will fade: It was taken up first at humanity’s call; It was sheathed with sweet mercy when glory was all.”

the alliance of nations that fought the Axis in World War II and which (with subsequent additions) signed the charter of the United Nations in 1945

From this reading No battle in that terrible war was more hotly or more obstinately contested than the battle of Paris; although it ought to be remembered that it was not the men of Paris who contested every inch of ground with the Allies, but the corps of Marmont and Mortier, old soldiers of Napoleon, the National Guard, and the youths of the Ecole Polytechnique.

prior to a specified or implied time

From this reading The sun that shone upon that long day’s conflict was already near its setting when Ivan, with the rest of the Chevalier Guard, was still straining every nerve to drive the French from the Butte de Chaumont, an important height commanding the city.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading No battle in that terrible war was more hotly or more obstinately contested than the battle of Paris; although it ought to be remembered that it was not the men of Paris who contested every inch of ground with the Allies, but the corps of Marmont and Mortier, old soldiers of Napoleon, the National Guard, and the youths of the Ecole Polytechnique.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading The sun that shone upon that long day’s conflict was already near its setting when Ivan, with the rest of the Chevalier Guard, was still straining every nerve to drive the French from the Butte de Chaumont, an important height commanding the city.

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

From this reading The passion and the tumult, the glory and the agony of the next day will live in History as long as History herself lives to depict the scenes of blood and violence which earth has witnessed.

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

From this reading The passion and the tumult, the glory and the agony of the next day will live in History as long as History herself lives to depict the scenes of blood and violence which earth has witnessed.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading “Lay the sword on his breast; there’s no spot on its blade In whose cankering breath his bright laurels will fade: It was taken up first at humanity’s call; It was sheathed with sweet mercy when glory was all.”

a hostile meeting of opposing military forces in the course of a war

From this reading No battle in that terrible war was more hotly or more obstinately contested than the battle of Paris; although it ought to be remembered that it was not the men of Paris who contested every inch of ground with the Allies, but the corps of Marmont and Mortier, old soldiers of Napoleon, the National Guard, and the youths of the Ecole Polytechnique.

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

From this reading No battle in that terrible war was more hotly or more obstinately contested than the battle of Paris; although it ought to be remembered that it was not the men of Paris who contested every inch of ground with the Allies, but the corps of Marmont and Mortier, old soldiers of Napoleon, the National Guard, and the youths of the Ecole Polytechnique.

especially a leaf of grass or the broad portion of a leaf as distinct from the petiole

From this reading “Lay the sword on his breast; there’s no spot on its blade In whose cankering breath his bright laurels will fade: It was taken up first at humanity’s call; It was sheathed with sweet mercy when glory was all.”

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

From this reading The passion and the tumult, the glory and the agony of the next day will live in History as long as History herself lives to depict the scenes of blood and violence which earth has witnessed.

the front of the trunk from the neck to the abdomen

From this reading “Lay the sword on his breast; there’s no spot on its blade In whose cankering breath his bright laurels will fade: It was taken up first at humanity’s call; It was sheathed with sweet mercy when glory was all.”

the process of taking in and expelling air during breathing

From this reading “Lay the sword on his breast; there’s no spot on its blade In whose cankering breath his bright laurels will fade: It was taken up first at humanity’s call; It was sheathed with sweet mercy when glory was all.”

emitting or reflecting light readily or in large amounts

From this reading “Lay the sword on his breast; there’s no spot on its blade In whose cankering breath his bright laurels will fade: It was taken up first at humanity’s call; It was sheathed with sweet mercy when glory was all.”

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading No battle in that terrible war was more hotly or more obstinately contested than the battle of Paris; although it ought to be remembered that it was not the men of Paris who contested every inch of ground with the Allies, but the corps of Marmont and Mortier, old soldiers of Napoleon, the National Guard, and the youths of the Ecole Polytechnique.

a hill that rises abruptly from the surrounding region; has a flat top and sloping sides

From this reading The sun that shone upon that long day’s conflict was already near its setting when Ivan, with the rest of the Chevalier Guard, was still straining every nerve to drive the French from the Butte de Chaumont, an important height commanding the city.

assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading “Lay the sword on his breast; there’s no spot on its blade In whose cankering breath his bright laurels will fade: It was taken up first at humanity’s call; It was sheathed with sweet mercy when glory was all.”

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From this reading “Lay the sword on his breast; there’s no spot on its blade In whose cankering breath his bright laurels will fade: It was taken up first at humanity’s call; It was sheathed with sweet mercy when glory was all.”

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading The sun that shone upon that long day’s conflict was already near its setting when Ivan, with the rest of the Chevalier Guard, was still straining every nerve to drive the French from the Butte de Chaumont, an important height commanding the city.

French actor and cabaret singer (1888-1972)

From this reading The sun that shone upon that long day’s conflict was already near its setting when Ivan, with the rest of the Chevalier Guard, was still straining every nerve to drive the French from the Butte de Chaumont, an important height commanding the city.

a large and densely populated urban area; may include several independent administrative districts

From this reading The sun that shone upon that long day’s conflict was already near its setting when Ivan, with the rest of the Chevalier Guard, was still straining every nerve to drive the French from the Butte de Chaumont, an important height commanding the city.

used of a height or viewpoint

From this reading The sun that shone upon that long day’s conflict was already near its setting when Ivan, with the rest of the Chevalier Guard, was still straining every nerve to drive the French from the Butte de Chaumont, an important height commanding the city.

an open clash between two opposing groups (or individuals)

From this reading The sun that shone upon that long day’s conflict was already near its setting when Ivan, with the rest of the Chevalier Guard, was still straining every nerve to drive the French from the Butte de Chaumont, an important height commanding the city.

disputed or made the object of contention or competition

From this reading No battle in that terrible war was more hotly or more obstinately contested than the battle of Paris; although it ought to be remembered that it was not the men of Paris who contested every inch of ground with the Allies, but the corps of Marmont and Mortier, old soldiers of Napoleon, the National Guard, and the youths of the Ecole Polytechnique.

an army unit usually consisting of two or more divisions and their support

From this reading No battle in that terrible war was more hotly or more obstinately contested than the battle of Paris; although it ought to be remembered that it was not the men of Paris who contested every inch of ground with the Allies, but the corps of Marmont and Mortier, old soldiers of Napoleon, the National Guard, and the youths of the Ecole Polytechnique.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading The passion and the tumult, the glory and the agony of the next day will live in History as long as History herself lives to depict the scenes of blood and violence which earth has witnessed.

possessive form of “day” — time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading The sun that shone upon that long day’s conflict was already near its setting when Ivan, with the rest of the Chevalier Guard, was still straining every nerve to drive the French from the Butte de Chaumont, an important height commanding the city.

a Mid-Atlantic state; one of the original 13 colonies

From this reading The sun that shone upon that long day’s conflict was already near its setting when Ivan, with the rest of the Chevalier Guard, was still straining every nerve to drive the French from the Butte de Chaumont, an important height commanding the city.

show in, or as in, a picture

From this reading The passion and the tumult, the glory and the agony of the next day will live in History as long as History herself lives to depict the scenes of blood and violence which earth has witnessed.

operate or control a vehicle

From this reading The sun that shone upon that long day’s conflict was already near its setting when Ivan, with the rest of the Chevalier Guard, was still straining every nerve to drive the French from the Butte de Chaumont, an important height commanding the city.

the 3rd planet from the sun; the planet we live on

From this reading The passion and the tumult, the glory and the agony of the next day will live in History as long as History herself lives to depict the scenes of blood and violence which earth has witnessed.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading No battle in that terrible war was more hotly or more obstinately contested than the battle of Paris; although it ought to be remembered that it was not the men of Paris who contested every inch of ground with the Allies, but the corps of Marmont and Mortier, old soldiers of Napoleon, the National Guard, and the youths of the Ecole Polytechnique.

all the members of a group, with none left out

From this reading No battle in that terrible war was more hotly or more obstinately contested than the battle of Paris; although it ought to be remembered that it was not the men of Paris who contested every inch of ground with the Allies, but the corps of Marmont and Mortier, old soldiers of Napoleon, the National Guard, and the youths of the Ecole Polytechnique.

become less clearly visible or distinguishable; disappear gradually or seemingly

From this reading “Lay the sword on his breast; there’s no spot on its blade In whose cankering breath his bright laurels will fade: It was taken up first at humanity’s call; It was sheathed with sweet mercy when glory was all.”

a male parent (also used as a term of address to your father)

From this reading “FATHER PARIS FOR MOTHER MOSCOW.”

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading “Lay the sword on his breast; there’s no spot on its blade In whose cankering breath his bright laurels will fade: It was taken up first at humanity’s call; It was sheathed with sweet mercy when glory was all.”

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading “FATHER PARIS FOR MOTHER MOSCOW.”

the Romance language spoken in France and in countries colonized by France

From this reading The sun that shone upon that long day’s conflict was already near its setting when Ivan, with the rest of the Chevalier Guard, was still straining every nerve to drive the French from the Butte de Chaumont, an important height commanding the city.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading The sun that shone upon that long day’s conflict was already near its setting when Ivan, with the rest of the Chevalier Guard, was still straining every nerve to drive the French from the Butte de Chaumont, an important height commanding the city.

a state of high honor

From this reading “Lay the sword on his breast; there’s no spot on its blade In whose cankering breath his bright laurels will fade: It was taken up first at humanity’s call; It was sheathed with sweet mercy when glory was all.”

the solid part of the earth's surface

From this reading No battle in that terrible war was more hotly or more obstinately contested than the battle of Paris; although it ought to be remembered that it was not the men of Paris who contested every inch of ground with the Allies, but the corps of Marmont and Mortier, old soldiers of Napoleon, the National Guard, and the youths of the Ecole Polytechnique.

a person who keeps watch over something or someone

From this reading No battle in that terrible war was more hotly or more obstinately contested than the battle of Paris; although it ought to be remembered that it was not the men of Paris who contested every inch of ground with the Allies, but the corps of Marmont and Mortier, old soldiers of Napoleon, the National Guard, and the youths of the Ecole Polytechnique.

the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading The passion and the tumult, the glory and the agony of the next day will live in History as long as History herself lives to depict the scenes of blood and violence which earth has witnessed.

the vertical dimension of extension; distance from the base of something to the top

From this reading The sun that shone upon that long day’s conflict was already near its setting when Ivan, with the rest of the Chevalier Guard, was still straining every nerve to drive the French from the Butte de Chaumont, an important height commanding the city.

used when the woman or girl doing the action is also its object

From this reading The passion and the tumult, the glory and the agony of the next day will live in History as long as History herself lives to depict the scenes of blood and violence which earth has witnessed.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading “Lay the sword on his breast; there’s no spot on its blade In whose cankering breath his bright laurels will fade: It was taken up first at humanity’s call; It was sheathed with sweet mercy when glory was all.”

the aggregate of past events

From this reading The passion and the tumult, the glory and the agony of the next day will live in History as long as History herself lives to depict the scenes of blood and violence which earth has witnessed.

in a heated manner

From this reading No battle in that terrible war was more hotly or more obstinately contested than the battle of Paris; although it ought to be remembered that it was not the men of Paris who contested every inch of ground with the Allies, but the corps of Marmont and Mortier, old soldiers of Napoleon, the National Guard, and the youths of the Ecole Polytechnique.

possessive form of “humanity” — the quality of being humane

From this reading “Lay the sword on his breast; there’s no spot on its blade In whose cankering breath his bright laurels will fade: It was taken up first at humanity’s call; It was sheathed with sweet mercy when glory was all.”

of great significance or value

From this reading The sun that shone upon that long day’s conflict was already near its setting when Ivan, with the rest of the Chevalier Guard, was still straining every nerve to drive the French from the Butte de Chaumont, an important height commanding the city.

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

From this reading “Lay the sword on his breast; there’s no spot on its blade In whose cankering breath his bright laurels will fade: It was taken up first at humanity’s call; It was sheathed with sweet mercy when glory was all.”

a unit of length equal to one twelfth of a foot

From this reading No battle in that terrible war was more hotly or more obstinately contested than the battle of Paris; although it ought to be remembered that it was not the men of Paris who contested every inch of ground with the Allies, but the corps of Marmont and Mortier, old soldiers of Napoleon, the National Guard, and the youths of the Ecole Polytechnique.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading “Lay the sword on his breast; there’s no spot on its blade In whose cankering breath his bright laurels will fade: It was taken up first at humanity’s call; It was sheathed with sweet mercy when glory was all.”

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading “Lay the sword on his breast; there’s no spot on its blade In whose cankering breath his bright laurels will fade: It was taken up first at humanity’s call; It was sheathed with sweet mercy when glory was all.”

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading The sun that shone upon that long day’s conflict was already near its setting when Ivan, with the rest of the Chevalier Guard, was still straining every nerve to drive the French from the Butte de Chaumont, an important height commanding the city.

a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction

From this reading “Lay the sword on his breast; there’s no spot on its blade In whose cankering breath his bright laurels will fade: It was taken up first at humanity’s call; It was sheathed with sweet mercy when glory was all.”

put into a certain place or abstract location

From this reading “Lay the sword on his breast; there’s no spot on its blade In whose cankering breath his bright laurels will fade: It was taken up first at humanity’s call; It was sheathed with sweet mercy when glory was all.”

be an inhabitant of or reside in

From this reading The passion and the tumult, the glory and the agony of the next day will live in History as long as History herself lives to depict the scenes of blood and violence which earth has witnessed.

plural of “life” — a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading The passion and the tumult, the glory and the agony of the next day will live in History as long as History herself lives to depict the scenes of blood and violence which earth has witnessed.

primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified

From this reading The passion and the tumult, the glory and the agony of the next day will live in History as long as History herself lives to depict the scenes of blood and violence which earth has witnessed.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading No battle in that terrible war was more hotly or more obstinately contested than the battle of Paris; although it ought to be remembered that it was not the men of Paris who contested every inch of ground with the Allies, but the corps of Marmont and Mortier, old soldiers of Napoleon, the National Guard, and the youths of the Ecole Polytechnique.

the force of workers available

From this reading No battle in that terrible war was more hotly or more obstinately contested than the battle of Paris; although it ought to be remembered that it was not the men of Paris who contested every inch of ground with the Allies, but the corps of Marmont and Mortier, old soldiers of Napoleon, the National Guard, and the youths of the Ecole Polytechnique.

leniency and compassion shown toward offenders by a person or agency charged with administering justice

From this reading “Lay the sword on his breast; there’s no spot on its blade In whose cankering breath his bright laurels will fade: It was taken up first at humanity’s call; It was sheathed with sweet mercy when glory was all.”

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

From this reading No battle in that terrible war was more hotly or more obstinately contested than the battle of Paris; although it ought to be remembered that it was not the men of Paris who contested every inch of ground with the Allies, but the corps of Marmont and Mortier, old soldiers of Napoleon, the National Guard, and the youths of the Ecole Polytechnique.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading No battle in that terrible war was more hotly or more obstinately contested than the battle of Paris; although it ought to be remembered that it was not the men of Paris who contested every inch of ground with the Allies, but the corps of Marmont and Mortier, old soldiers of Napoleon, the National Guard, and the youths of the Ecole Polytechnique.

a city of central European Russia; formerly capital of both the Soviet Union and Soviet Russia; since 1991 the capital of the Russian Federation

From this reading “FATHER PARIS FOR MOTHER MOSCOW.”

a woman who has given birth to a child (also used as a term of address to your mother)

From this reading “FATHER PARIS FOR MOTHER MOSCOW.”

French general who became emperor of the French (1769-1821)

From this reading No battle in that terrible war was more hotly or more obstinately contested than the battle of Paris; although it ought to be remembered that it was not the men of Paris who contested every inch of ground with the Allies, but the corps of Marmont and Mortier, old soldiers of Napoleon, the National Guard, and the youths of the Ecole Polytechnique.

of or relating to or belonging to a nation or country

From this reading No battle in that terrible war was more hotly or more obstinately contested than the battle of Paris; although it ought to be remembered that it was not the men of Paris who contested every inch of ground with the Allies, but the corps of Marmont and Mortier, old soldiers of Napoleon, the National Guard, and the youths of the Ecole Polytechnique.

near in time or place or relationship

From this reading The sun that shone upon that long day’s conflict was already near its setting when Ivan, with the rest of the Chevalier Guard, was still straining every nerve to drive the French from the Butte de Chaumont, an important height commanding the city.

any bundle of nerve fibers running to various organs and tissues of the body

From this reading The sun that shone upon that long day’s conflict was already near its setting when Ivan, with the rest of the Chevalier Guard, was still straining every nerve to drive the French from the Butte de Chaumont, an important height commanding the city.

immediately following in time or order

From this reading The passion and the tumult, the glory and the agony of the next day will live in History as long as History herself lives to depict the scenes of blood and violence which earth has witnessed.

not any; not one

From this reading “Lay the sword on his breast; there’s no spot on its blade In whose cankering breath his bright laurels will fade: It was taken up first at humanity’s call; It was sheathed with sweet mercy when glory was all.”

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading No battle in that terrible war was more hotly or more obstinately contested than the battle of Paris; although it ought to be remembered that it was not the men of Paris who contested every inch of ground with the Allies, but the corps of Marmont and Mortier, old soldiers of Napoleon, the National Guard, and the youths of the Ecole Polytechnique.

in a stubborn unregenerate manner

From this reading No battle in that terrible war was more hotly or more obstinately contested than the battle of Paris; although it ought to be remembered that it was not the men of Paris who contested every inch of ground with the Allies, but the corps of Marmont and Mortier, old soldiers of Napoleon, the National Guard, and the youths of the Ecole Polytechnique.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading The passion and the tumult, the glory and the agony of the next day will live in History as long as History herself lives to depict the scenes of blood and violence which earth has witnessed.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading No battle in that terrible war was more hotly or more obstinately contested than the battle of Paris; although it ought to be remembered that it was not the men of Paris who contested every inch of ground with the Allies, but the corps of Marmont and Mortier, old soldiers of Napoleon, the National Guard, and the youths of the Ecole Polytechnique.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading “Lay the sword on his breast; there’s no spot on its blade In whose cankering breath his bright laurels will fade: It was taken up first at humanity’s call; It was sheathed with sweet mercy when glory was all.”

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading No battle in that terrible war was more hotly or more obstinately contested than the battle of Paris; although it ought to be remembered that it was not the men of Paris who contested every inch of ground with the Allies, but the corps of Marmont and Mortier, old soldiers of Napoleon, the National Guard, and the youths of the Ecole Polytechnique.

used with “to” to say what is right or advisable

From this reading No battle in that terrible war was more hotly or more obstinately contested than the battle of Paris; although it ought to be remembered that it was not the men of Paris who contested every inch of ground with the Allies, but the corps of Marmont and Mortier, old soldiers of Napoleon, the National Guard, and the youths of the Ecole Polytechnique.

the capital and largest city of France; and international center of culture and commerce

From this reading “FATHER PARIS FOR MOTHER MOSCOW.”

a strong feeling or emotion

From this reading The passion and the tumult, the glory and the agony of the next day will live in History as long as History herself lives to depict the scenes of blood and violence which earth has witnessed.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading No battle in that terrible war was more hotly or more obstinately contested than the battle of Paris; although it ought to be remembered that it was not the men of Paris who contested every inch of ground with the Allies, but the corps of Marmont and Mortier, old soldiers of Napoleon, the National Guard, and the youths of the Ecole Polytechnique.

past form of “remember” — recall knowledge from memory; have a recollection

From this reading No battle in that terrible war was more hotly or more obstinately contested than the battle of Paris; although it ought to be remembered that it was not the men of Paris who contested every inch of ground with the Allies, but the corps of Marmont and Mortier, old soldiers of Napoleon, the National Guard, and the youths of the Ecole Polytechnique.

not move; be in a resting position

From this reading The sun that shone upon that long day’s conflict was already near its setting when Ivan, with the rest of the Chevalier Guard, was still straining every nerve to drive the French from the Butte de Chaumont, an important height commanding the city.

plural of “scene” — the place where some action occurs

From this reading The passion and the tumult, the glory and the agony of the next day will live in History as long as History herself lives to depict the scenes of blood and violence which earth has witnessed.

the context and environment in which something is set

From this reading The sun that shone upon that long day’s conflict was already near its setting when Ivan, with the rest of the Chevalier Guard, was still straining every nerve to drive the French from the Butte de Chaumont, an important height commanding the city.

enclosed in a protective covering; sometimes used in combination

From this reading “Lay the sword on his breast; there’s no spot on its blade In whose cankering breath his bright laurels will fade: It was taken up first at humanity’s call; It was sheathed with sweet mercy when glory was all.”

inflected form of “shine” — be bright by reflecting or casting light

From this reading The sun that shone upon that long day’s conflict was already near its setting when Ivan, with the rest of the Chevalier Guard, was still straining every nerve to drive the French from the Butte de Chaumont, an important height commanding the city.

plural of “soldier” — an enlisted man or woman who serves in an army

From this reading No battle in that terrible war was more hotly or more obstinately contested than the battle of Paris; although it ought to be remembered that it was not the men of Paris who contested every inch of ground with the Allies, but the corps of Marmont and Mortier, old soldiers of Napoleon, the National Guard, and the youths of the Ecole Polytechnique.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading “Lay the sword on his breast; there’s no spot on its blade In whose cankering breath his bright laurels will fade: It was taken up first at humanity’s call; It was sheathed with sweet mercy when glory was all.”

not in physical motion

From this reading The sun that shone upon that long day’s conflict was already near its setting when Ivan, with the rest of the Chevalier Guard, was still straining every nerve to drive the French from the Butte de Chaumont, an important height commanding the city.

an intense or violent exertion

From this reading The sun that shone upon that long day’s conflict was already near its setting when Ivan, with the rest of the Chevalier Guard, was still straining every nerve to drive the French from the Butte de Chaumont, an important height commanding the city.

the star that is the source of light and heat for the planets in the solar system

From this reading The sun that shone upon that long day’s conflict was already near its setting when Ivan, with the rest of the Chevalier Guard, was still straining every nerve to drive the French from the Butte de Chaumont, an important height commanding the city.

having or denoting the characteristic taste of sugar

From this reading “Lay the sword on his breast; there’s no spot on its blade In whose cankering breath his bright laurels will fade: It was taken up first at humanity’s call; It was sheathed with sweet mercy when glory was all.”

a cutting or thrusting weapon that has a long metal blade and a hilt with a hand guard

From this reading “Lay the sword on his breast; there’s no spot on its blade In whose cankering breath his bright laurels will fade: It was taken up first at humanity’s call; It was sheathed with sweet mercy when glory was all.”

understood in a certain way; made sense of

From this reading “Lay the sword on his breast; there’s no spot on its blade In whose cankering breath his bright laurels will fade: It was taken up first at humanity’s call; It was sheathed with sweet mercy when glory was all.”

causing fear or dread or terror

From this reading No battle in that terrible war was more hotly or more obstinately contested than the battle of Paris; although it ought to be remembered that it was not the men of Paris who contested every inch of ground with the Allies, but the corps of Marmont and Mortier, old soldiers of Napoleon, the National Guard, and the youths of the Ecole Polytechnique.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading No battle in that terrible war was more hotly or more obstinately contested than the battle of Paris; although it ought to be remembered that it was not the men of Paris who contested every inch of ground with the Allies, but the corps of Marmont and Mortier, old soldiers of Napoleon, the National Guard, and the youths of the Ecole Polytechnique.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading No battle in that terrible war was more hotly or more obstinately contested than the battle of Paris; although it ought to be remembered that it was not the men of Paris who contested every inch of ground with the Allies, but the corps of Marmont and Mortier, old soldiers of Napoleon, the National Guard, and the youths of the Ecole Polytechnique.

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

From this reading “Lay the sword on his breast; there’s no spot on its blade In whose cankering breath his bright laurels will fade: It was taken up first at humanity’s call; It was sheathed with sweet mercy when glory was all.”

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading “Lay the sword on his breast; there’s no spot on its blade In whose cankering breath his bright laurels will fade: It was taken up first at humanity’s call; It was sheathed with sweet mercy when glory was all.”

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

From this reading The passion and the tumult, the glory and the agony of the next day will live in History as long as History herself lives to depict the scenes of blood and violence which earth has witnessed.

a state of commotion and noise and confusion

From this reading The passion and the tumult, the glory and the agony of the next day will live in History as long as History herself lives to depict the scenes of blood and violence which earth has witnessed.

being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level

From this reading “Lay the sword on his breast; there’s no spot on its blade In whose cankering breath his bright laurels will fade: It was taken up first at humanity’s call; It was sheathed with sweet mercy when glory was all.”

a formal word for “on”

From this reading The sun that shone upon that long day’s conflict was already near its setting when Ivan, with the rest of the Chevalier Guard, was still straining every nerve to drive the French from the Butte de Chaumont, an important height commanding the city.

an act of aggression (as one against a person who resists)

From this reading The passion and the tumult, the glory and the agony of the next day will live in History as long as History herself lives to depict the scenes of blood and violence which earth has witnessed.

the waging of armed conflict against an enemy

From this reading No battle in that terrible war was more hotly or more obstinately contested than the battle of Paris; although it ought to be remembered that it was not the men of Paris who contested every inch of ground with the Allies, but the corps of Marmont and Mortier, old soldiers of Napoleon, the National Guard, and the youths of the Ecole Polytechnique.

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

From this reading “Lay the sword on his breast; there’s no spot on its blade In whose cankering breath his bright laurels will fade: It was taken up first at humanity’s call; It was sheathed with sweet mercy when glory was all.”

at the time that

From this reading “Lay the sword on his breast; there’s no spot on its blade In whose cankering breath his bright laurels will fade: It was taken up first at humanity’s call; It was sheathed with sweet mercy when glory was all.”

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading The passion and the tumult, the glory and the agony of the next day will live in History as long as History herself lives to depict the scenes of blood and violence which earth has witnessed.

which person or people

From this reading No battle in that terrible war was more hotly or more obstinately contested than the battle of Paris; although it ought to be remembered that it was not the men of Paris who contested every inch of ground with the Allies, but the corps of Marmont and Mortier, old soldiers of Napoleon, the National Guard, and the youths of the Ecole Polytechnique.

belonging to which person

From this reading “Lay the sword on his breast; there’s no spot on its blade In whose cankering breath his bright laurels will fade: It was taken up first at humanity’s call; It was sheathed with sweet mercy when glory was all.”

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading “Lay the sword on his breast; there’s no spot on its blade In whose cankering breath his bright laurels will fade: It was taken up first at humanity’s call; It was sheathed with sweet mercy when glory was all.”

in the company of; together with

From this reading “Lay the sword on his breast; there’s no spot on its blade In whose cankering breath his bright laurels will fade: It was taken up first at humanity’s call; It was sheathed with sweet mercy when glory was all.”

past form of “witness” — be a witness to

From this reading The passion and the tumult, the glory and the agony of the next day will live in History as long as History herself lives to depict the scenes of blood and violence which earth has witnessed.

plural of “youth” — a young person (especially a young man or boy)

From this reading No battle in that terrible war was more hotly or more obstinately contested than the battle of Paris; although it ought to be remembered that it was not the men of Paris who contested every inch of ground with the Allies, but the corps of Marmont and Mortier, old soldiers of Napoleon, the National Guard, and the youths of the Ecole Polytechnique.