Chapter III · Chapter 3

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

From this reading It was a day marked with fierce winds and flurries of snow, like a day in March.

the part of the day between noon and evening

From this reading It was on an afternoon late in January that the flag was finally presented to the school.

plural of “aisle” — a long narrow passage (as in a cave or woods)

From this reading The school room was full; even the aisles were filled, and more than one late-comer was turned away because there was no more room.

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

From this reading It was on an afternoon late in January that the flag was finally presented to the school.

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

From this reading It was a day marked with fierce winds and flurries of snow, like a day in March.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that the Riverbeds were to have the lion's share of the honors of the occasion, and the further fact that resentment in the ranks of the Hilltops ran strong and deep, and doubly so since the outwitting of their leader, no attempt was made to block the program, or to interfere, in any way, with the success of the occasion.

earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that the Riverbeds were to have the lion's share of the honors of the occasion, and the further fact that resentment in the ranks of the Hilltops ran strong and deep, and doubly so since the outwitting of their leader, no attempt was made to block the program, or to interfere, in any way, with the success of the occasion.

from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)

From this reading The school room was full; even the aisles were filled, and more than one late-comer was turned away because there was no more room.

for the reason that

From this reading The school room was full; even the aisles were filled, and more than one late-comer was turned away because there was no more room.

a solid piece of something (usually having flat rectangular sides)

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that the Riverbeds were to have the lion's share of the honors of the occasion, and the further fact that resentment in the ranks of the Hilltops ran strong and deep, and doubly so since the outwitting of their leader, no attempt was made to block the program, or to interfere, in any way, with the success of the occasion.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading But the inclement weather did not prevent people from coming to the presentation exercises.

the act of drawing spatially closer to something

From this reading But the inclement weather did not prevent people from coming to the presentation exercises.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading It was a day marked with fierce winds and flurries of snow, like a day in March.

relatively deep or strong; affecting one deeply

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that the Riverbeds were to have the lion's share of the honors of the occasion, and the further fact that resentment in the ranks of the Hilltops ran strong and deep, and doubly so since the outwitting of their leader, no attempt was made to block the program, or to interfere, in any way, with the success of the occasion.

the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives

From this reading But the inclement weather did not prevent people from coming to the presentation exercises.

to double the degree

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that the Riverbeds were to have the lion's share of the honors of the occasion, and the further fact that resentment in the ranks of the Hilltops ran strong and deep, and doubly so since the outwitting of their leader, no attempt was made to block the program, or to interfere, in any way, with the success of the occasion.

divisible by two

From this reading The school room was full; even the aisles were filled, and more than one late-comer was turned away because there was no more room.

plural of “exercise” — the activity of exerting your muscles in various ways to keep fit

From this reading But the inclement weather did not prevent people from coming to the presentation exercises.

a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that the Riverbeds were to have the lion's share of the honors of the occasion, and the further fact that resentment in the ranks of the Hilltops ran strong and deep, and doubly so since the outwitting of their leader, no attempt was made to block the program, or to interfere, in any way, with the success of the occasion.

marked by extreme and violent energy

From this reading It was a day marked with fierce winds and flurries of snow, like a day in March.

(usually followed by “with” or used as a combining form) generously supplied with

From this reading The school room was full; even the aisles were filled, and more than one late-comer was turned away because there was no more room.

after an unspecified period of time or an especially long delay

From this reading It was on an afternoon late in January that the flag was finally presented to the school.

emblem usually consisting of a rectangular piece of cloth of distinctive design

From this reading It was on an afternoon late in January that the flag was finally presented to the school.

plural of “flurry” — a rapid active commotion

From this reading It was a day marked with fierce winds and flurries of snow, like a day in March.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading But the inclement weather did not prevent people from coming to the presentation exercises.

containing as much or as many as is possible or normal

From this reading The school room was full; even the aisles were filled, and more than one late-comer was turned away because there was no more room.

to or at a greater extent or degree or a more advanced stage (“further” is used more often than “farther” in this abstract sense)

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that the Riverbeds were to have the lion's share of the honors of the occasion, and the further fact that resentment in the ranks of the Hilltops ran strong and deep, and doubly so since the outwitting of their leader, no attempt was made to block the program, or to interfere, in any way, with the success of the occasion.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that the Riverbeds were to have the lion's share of the honors of the occasion, and the further fact that resentment in the ranks of the Hilltops ran strong and deep, and doubly so since the outwitting of their leader, no attempt was made to block the program, or to interfere, in any way, with the success of the occasion.

plural of “hilltop” — the peak of a hill

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that the Riverbeds were to have the lion's share of the honors of the occasion, and the further fact that resentment in the ranks of the Hilltops ran strong and deep, and doubly so since the outwitting of their leader, no attempt was made to block the program, or to interfere, in any way, with the success of the occasion.

plural of “honor” — a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that the Riverbeds were to have the lion's share of the honors of the occasion, and the further fact that resentment in the ranks of the Hilltops ran strong and deep, and doubly so since the outwitting of their leader, no attempt was made to block the program, or to interfere, in any way, with the success of the occasion.

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

From this reading It was on an afternoon late in January that the flag was finally presented to the school.

(of weather or climate) severe

From this reading But the inclement weather did not prevent people from coming to the presentation exercises.

come between so as to be hindrance or obstacle

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that the Riverbeds were to have the lion's share of the honors of the occasion, and the further fact that resentment in the ranks of the Hilltops ran strong and deep, and doubly so since the outwitting of their leader, no attempt was made to block the program, or to interfere, in any way, with the success of the occasion.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It was on an afternoon late in January that the flag was finally presented to the school.

the first month of the year; begins 10 days after the winter solstice

From this reading It was on an afternoon late in January that the flag was finally presented to the school.

being or occurring at an advanced period of time or after a usual or expected time

From this reading It was on an afternoon late in January that the flag was finally presented to the school.

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

From this reading The school room was full; even the aisles were filled, and more than one late-comer was turned away because there was no more room.

a person who rules or guides or inspires others

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that the Riverbeds were to have the lion's share of the honors of the occasion, and the further fact that resentment in the ranks of the Hilltops ran strong and deep, and doubly so since the outwitting of their leader, no attempt was made to block the program, or to interfere, in any way, with the success of the occasion.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading It was a day marked with fierce winds and flurries of snow, like a day in March.

possessive form of “lion” — large gregarious predatory feline of Africa and India having a tawny coat with a shaggy mane in the male

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that the Riverbeds were to have the lion's share of the honors of the occasion, and the further fact that resentment in the ranks of the Hilltops ran strong and deep, and doubly so since the outwitting of their leader, no attempt was made to block the program, or to interfere, in any way, with the success of the occasion.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that the Riverbeds were to have the lion's share of the honors of the occasion, and the further fact that resentment in the ranks of the Hilltops ran strong and deep, and doubly so since the outwitting of their leader, no attempt was made to block the program, or to interfere, in any way, with the success of the occasion.

march in a procession

From this reading It was a day marked with fierce winds and flurries of snow, like a day in March.

strongly marked; easily noticeable

From this reading It was a day marked with fierce winds and flurries of snow, like a day in March.

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

From this reading The school room was full; even the aisles were filled, and more than one late-comer was turned away because there was no more room.

not any; not one

From this reading The school room was full; even the aisles were filled, and more than one late-comer was turned away because there was no more room.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading But the inclement weather did not prevent people from coming to the presentation exercises.

despite anything to the contrary (usually preceding a concession)

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that the Riverbeds were to have the lion's share of the honors of the occasion, and the further fact that resentment in the ranks of the Hilltops ran strong and deep, and doubly so since the outwitting of their leader, no attempt was made to block the program, or to interfere, in any way, with the success of the occasion.

an event that occurs at a critical time

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that the Riverbeds were to have the lion's share of the honors of the occasion, and the further fact that resentment in the ranks of the Hilltops ran strong and deep, and doubly so since the outwitting of their leader, no attempt was made to block the program, or to interfere, in any way, with the success of the occasion.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading It was a day marked with fierce winds and flurries of snow, like a day in March.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading It was on an afternoon late in January that the flag was finally presented to the school.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading The school room was full; even the aisles were filled, and more than one late-comer was turned away because there was no more room.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that the Riverbeds were to have the lion's share of the honors of the occasion, and the further fact that resentment in the ranks of the Hilltops ran strong and deep, and doubly so since the outwitting of their leader, no attempt was made to block the program, or to interfere, in any way, with the success of the occasion.

inflected form of “outwit” — beat through cleverness and wit

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that the Riverbeds were to have the lion's share of the honors of the occasion, and the further fact that resentment in the ranks of the Hilltops ran strong and deep, and doubly so since the outwitting of their leader, no attempt was made to block the program, or to interfere, in any way, with the success of the occasion.

(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively

From this reading But the inclement weather did not prevent people from coming to the presentation exercises.

the activity of formally presenting something (as a prize or reward)

From this reading But the inclement weather did not prevent people from coming to the presentation exercises.

past form of “present” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading It was on an afternoon late in January that the flag was finally presented to the school.

keep from happening or arising; make impossible

From this reading But the inclement weather did not prevent people from coming to the presentation exercises.

a series of steps to be carried out or goals to be accomplished

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that the Riverbeds were to have the lion's share of the honors of the occasion, and the further fact that resentment in the ranks of the Hilltops ran strong and deep, and doubly so since the outwitting of their leader, no attempt was made to block the program, or to interfere, in any way, with the success of the occasion.

inflected form of “run” — move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that the Riverbeds were to have the lion's share of the honors of the occasion, and the further fact that resentment in the ranks of the Hilltops ran strong and deep, and doubly so since the outwitting of their leader, no attempt was made to block the program, or to interfere, in any way, with the success of the occasion.

plural of “rank” — a row or line of people (especially soldiers or police) standing abreast of one another

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that the Riverbeds were to have the lion's share of the honors of the occasion, and the further fact that resentment in the ranks of the Hilltops ran strong and deep, and doubly so since the outwitting of their leader, no attempt was made to block the program, or to interfere, in any way, with the success of the occasion.

a feeling of deep and bitter anger and ill-will

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that the Riverbeds were to have the lion's share of the honors of the occasion, and the further fact that resentment in the ranks of the Hilltops ran strong and deep, and doubly so since the outwitting of their leader, no attempt was made to block the program, or to interfere, in any way, with the success of the occasion.

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

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that the Riverbeds were to have the lion's share of the honors of the occasion, and the further fact that resentment in the ranks of the Hilltops ran strong and deep, and doubly so since the outwitting of their leader, no attempt was made to block the program, or to interfere, in any way, with the success of the occasion.

an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling

From this reading The school room was full; even the aisles were filled, and more than one late-comer was turned away because there was no more room.

an educational institution

From this reading It was on an afternoon late in January that the flag was finally presented to the school.

have in common

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that the Riverbeds were to have the lion's share of the honors of the occasion, and the further fact that resentment in the ranks of the Hilltops ran strong and deep, and doubly so since the outwitting of their leader, no attempt was made to block the program, or to interfere, in any way, with the success of the occasion.

from a time in the past until now

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that the Riverbeds were to have the lion's share of the honors of the occasion, and the further fact that resentment in the ranks of the Hilltops ran strong and deep, and doubly so since the outwitting of their leader, no attempt was made to block the program, or to interfere, in any way, with the success of the occasion.

precipitation falling from clouds in the form of ice crystals

From this reading It was a day marked with fierce winds and flurries of snow, like a day in March.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that the Riverbeds were to have the lion's share of the honors of the occasion, and the further fact that resentment in the ranks of the Hilltops ran strong and deep, and doubly so since the outwitting of their leader, no attempt was made to block the program, or to interfere, in any way, with the success of the occasion.

having strength or power greater than average or expected

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that the Riverbeds were to have the lion's share of the honors of the occasion, and the further fact that resentment in the ranks of the Hilltops ran strong and deep, and doubly so since the outwitting of their leader, no attempt was made to block the program, or to interfere, in any way, with the success of the occasion.

an event that accomplishes its intended purpose

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that the Riverbeds were to have the lion's share of the honors of the occasion, and the further fact that resentment in the ranks of the Hilltops ran strong and deep, and doubly so since the outwitting of their leader, no attempt was made to block the program, or to interfere, in any way, with the success of the occasion.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading The school room was full; even the aisles were filled, and more than one late-comer was turned away because there was no more room.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading It was on an afternoon late in January that the flag was finally presented to the school.

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

From this reading It was on an afternoon late in January that the flag was finally presented to the school.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that the Riverbeds were to have the lion's share of the honors of the occasion, and the further fact that resentment in the ranks of the Hilltops ran strong and deep, and doubly so since the outwitting of their leader, no attempt was made to block the program, or to interfere, in any way, with the success of the occasion.

in or at that place or location

From this reading The school room was full; even the aisles were filled, and more than one late-comer was turned away because there was no more room.

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

From this reading It was on an afternoon late in January that the flag was finally presented to the school.

moved around an axis or center

From this reading The school room was full; even the aisles were filled, and more than one late-comer was turned away because there was no more room.

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

From this reading It was on an afternoon late in January that the flag was finally presented to the school.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading Notwithstanding the fact that the Riverbeds were to have the lion's share of the honors of the occasion, and the further fact that resentment in the ranks of the Hilltops ran strong and deep, and doubly so since the outwitting of their leader, no attempt was made to block the program, or to interfere, in any way, with the success of the occasion.

the atmospheric conditions that comprise the state of the atmosphere in terms of temperature and wind and clouds and precipitation

From this reading But the inclement weather did not prevent people from coming to the presentation exercises.

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

From this reading The school room was full; even the aisles were filled, and more than one late-comer was turned away because there was no more room.

plural of “wind” — air moving (sometimes with considerable force) from an area of high pressure to an area of low pressure

From this reading It was a day marked with fierce winds and flurries of snow, like a day in March.

in the company of; together with

From this reading It was a day marked with fierce winds and flurries of snow, like a day in March.