used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading “Anybody want to go for a walk?” asked Miss Phillips, teasingly.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading THE ACCIDENT It was evening--of the second day of their trip and the scouts were seated about their camp fire, enjoying the leisure after the day’s activities.
an unfortunate mishap; especially one causing damage or injury
From this reading THE ACCIDENT It was evening--of the second day of their trip and the scouts were seated about their camp fire, enjoying the leisure after the day’s activities.
activitiesnounUS /ækˈtɪvətiz/
plural of “activity” — any specific behavior
From this reading THE ACCIDENT It was evening--of the second day of their trip and the scouts were seated about their camp fire, enjoying the leisure after the day’s activities.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading THE ACCIDENT It was evening--of the second day of their trip and the scouts were seated about their camp fire, enjoying the leisure after the day’s activities.
touching and pressing; in opposition to
From this reading “We want to stay just where we are!” replied Marjorie, who was comfortably leaning against Lily’s back for support.
(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 “Remember that dark forest in Barrie’s play--‘Dear Brutus’--where everybody went on a summer’s night and got things they all wished for!” remarked Lily.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading THE ACCIDENT It was evening--of the second day of their trip and the scouts were seated about their camp fire, enjoying the leisure after the day’s activities.
any person at all
From this reading “Anybody want to go for a walk?” asked Miss Phillips, teasingly.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading “We want to stay just where we are!” replied Marjorie, who was comfortably leaning against Lily’s back for support.
past form of “ask” — make a request or demand for something to somebody
From this reading “Anybody want to go for a walk?” asked Miss Phillips, teasingly.
in or to or toward a former location
From this reading “We want to stay just where we are!” replied Marjorie, who was comfortably leaning against Lily’s back for support.
Barrie's
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From this reading “Remember that dark forest in Barrie’s play--‘Dear Brutus’--where everybody went on a summer’s night and got things they all wished for!” remarked Lily.
on the far side of; further than
From this reading The flame lighted up the immediate circle, and the tents just beyond; but by way of contrast, it seemed to make the blackness of the woods and the water still deeper.
blacknessnounUS /ˈblæknəs/
the quality or state of the achromatic color of least lightness (bearing the least resemblance to white)
From this reading The flame lighted up the immediate circle, and the tents just beyond; but by way of contrast, it seemed to make the blackness of the woods and the water still deeper.
BrutusnounUS /ˈbruːtəs/
statesman of ancient Rome who (with Cassius) led a conspiracy to assassinate Julius Caesar (85-42 BC)
From this reading “Remember that dark forest in Barrie’s play--‘Dear Brutus’--where everybody went on a summer’s night and got things they all wished for!” remarked Lily.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading The flame lighted up the immediate circle, and the tents just beyond; but by way of contrast, it seemed to make the blackness of the woods and the water still deeper.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading The flame lighted up the immediate circle, and the tents just beyond; but by way of contrast, it seemed to make the blackness of the woods and the water still deeper.
temporary living quarters specially built by the army for soldiers
From this reading THE ACCIDENT It was evening--of the second day of their trip and the scouts were seated about their camp fire, enjoying the leisure after the day’s activities.
ellipse in which the two axes are of equal length; a plane curve generated by one point moving at a constant distance from a fixed point
From this reading The flame lighted up the immediate circle, and the tents just beyond; but by way of contrast, it seemed to make the blackness of the woods and the water still deeper.
comfortablyadverbUS /ˈkʌmfərtəbli/
in mental comfort; without stress
From this reading “We want to stay just where we are!” replied Marjorie, who was comfortably leaning against Lily’s back for support.
contrastnounUS /ˈkɑːntræst/
the opposition or dissimilarity of things that are compared
From this reading The flame lighted up the immediate circle, and the tents just beyond; but by way of contrast, it seemed to make the blackness of the woods and the water still deeper.
absence of light or illumination
From this reading “Remember that dark forest in Barrie’s play--‘Dear Brutus’--where everybody went on a summer’s night and got things they all wished for!” remarked Lily.
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading THE ACCIDENT It was evening--of the second day of their trip and the scouts were seated about their camp fire, enjoying the leisure after the day’s activities.
day'snounUS /deɪz/
possessive form of “day” — time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading THE ACCIDENT It was evening--of the second day of their trip and the scouts were seated about their camp fire, enjoying the leisure after the day’s activities.
dearly loved
From this reading “Remember that dark forest in Barrie’s play--‘Dear Brutus’--where everybody went on a summer’s night and got things they all wished for!” remarked Lily.
comparative of “deeply” — to a great depth psychologically or emotionally
From this reading The flame lighted up the immediate circle, and the tents just beyond; but by way of contrast, it seemed to make the blackness of the woods and the water still deeper.
enjoyingverbUS /ˌenˈdʒɔɪɪŋ/
-ing form of “enjoy” — derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in
From this reading THE ACCIDENT It was evening--of the second day of their trip and the scouts were seated about their camp fire, enjoying the leisure after the day’s activities.
the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)
From this reading THE ACCIDENT It was evening--of the second day of their trip and the scouts were seated about their camp fire, enjoying the leisure after the day’s activities.
every person
From this reading “Remember that dark forest in Barrie’s play--‘Dear Brutus’--where everybody went on a summer’s night and got things they all wished for!” remarked Lily.
start firing a weapon
From this reading THE ACCIDENT It was evening--of the second day of their trip and the scouts were seated about their camp fire, enjoying the leisure after the day’s activities.
A hot glowing body of ignited gas produced by fire.
From this reading The flame lighted up the immediate circle, and the tents just beyond; but by way of contrast, it seemed to make the blackness of the woods and the water still deeper.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading “Anybody want to go for a walk?” asked Miss Phillips, teasingly.
the trees and other plants in a large densely wooded area
From this reading “Remember that dark forest in Barrie’s play--‘Dear Brutus’--where everybody went on a summer’s night and got things they all wished for!” remarked Lily.
change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading “Anybody want to go for a walk?” asked Miss Phillips, teasingly.
inflected form of “get” — come into the possession of something concrete or abstract
From this reading “Remember that dark forest in Barrie’s play--‘Dear Brutus’--where everybody went on a summer’s night and got things they all wished for!” remarked Lily.
of the present time and place
From this reading The flame lighted up the immediate circle, and the tents just beyond; but by way of contrast, it seemed to make the blackness of the woods and the water still deeper.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading “Remember that dark forest in Barrie’s play--‘Dear Brutus’--where everybody went on a summer’s night and got things they all wished for!” remarked Lily.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading THE ACCIDENT It was evening--of the second day of their trip and the scouts were seated about their camp fire, enjoying the leisure after the day’s activities.
and nothing more
From this reading The flame lighted up the immediate circle, and the tents just beyond; but by way of contrast, it seemed to make the blackness of the woods and the water still deeper.
departing or being caused to depart from the true vertical or horizontal
From this reading “We want to stay just where we are!” replied Marjorie, who was comfortably leaning against Lily’s back for support.
leisurenounUS /ˈleʒər/
time available for ease and relaxation
From this reading THE ACCIDENT It was evening--of the second day of their trip and the scouts were seated about their camp fire, enjoying the leisure after the day’s activities.
set afire or burning
From this reading The flame lighted up the immediate circle, and the tents just beyond; but by way of contrast, it seemed to make the blackness of the woods and the water still deeper.
LilynounUS /ˈlɪli/
any liliaceous plant of the genus Lilium having showy pendulous flowers
From this reading “Remember that dark forest in Barrie’s play--‘Dear Brutus’--where everybody went on a summer’s night and got things they all wished for!” remarked Lily.
Lily'snounUS /ˈlɪliːz/
possessive form of “lily” — any liliaceous plant of the genus Lilium having showy pendulous flowers
From this reading “We want to stay just where we are!” replied Marjorie, who was comfortably leaning against Lily’s back for support.
engage in
From this reading The flame lighted up the immediate circle, and the tents just beyond; but by way of contrast, it seemed to make the blackness of the woods and the water still deeper.
Marjorie
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From this reading “We want to stay just where we are!” replied Marjorie, who was comfortably leaning against Lily’s back for support.
fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind
From this reading “Anybody want to go for a walk?” asked Miss Phillips, teasingly.
the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside
From this reading “Remember that dark forest in Barrie’s play--‘Dear Brutus’--where everybody went on a summer’s night and got things they all wished for!” remarked Lily.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading THE ACCIDENT It was evening--of the second day of their trip and the scouts were seated about their camp fire, enjoying the leisure after the day’s activities.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading “Remember that dark forest in Barrie’s play--‘Dear Brutus’--where everybody went on a summer’s night and got things they all wished for!” remarked Lily.
Phillips
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From this reading “Anybody want to go for a walk?” asked Miss Phillips, teasingly.
participate in games or sport
From this reading “Remember that dark forest in Barrie’s play--‘Dear Brutus’--where everybody went on a summer’s night and got things they all wished for!” remarked Lily.
past form of “remark” — make mention of
From this reading “Remember that dark forest in Barrie’s play--‘Dear Brutus’--where everybody went on a summer’s night and got things they all wished for!” remarked Lily.
To recall to mind.
From this reading “Remember that dark forest in Barrie’s play--‘Dear Brutus’--where everybody went on a summer’s night and got things they all wished for!” remarked Lily.
inflected form of “reply” — react verbally
From this reading “We want to stay just where we are!” replied Marjorie, who was comfortably leaning against Lily’s back for support.
scoutsnounUS /skaʊts/
plural of “scout” — a person employed to keep watch for some anticipated event
From this reading THE ACCIDENT It was evening--of the second day of their trip and the scouts were seated about their camp fire, enjoying the leisure after the day’s activities.
(of persons) having the torso erect and legs bent with the body supported on the buttocks
From this reading THE ACCIDENT It was evening--of the second day of their trip and the scouts were seated about their camp fire, enjoying the leisure after the day’s activities.
1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites
From this reading THE ACCIDENT It was evening--of the second day of their trip and the scouts were seated about their camp fire, enjoying the leisure after the day’s activities.
past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading The flame lighted up the immediate circle, and the tents just beyond; but by way of contrast, it seemed to make the blackness of the woods and the water still deeper.
stay the same; remain in a certain state
From this reading “We want to stay just where we are!” replied Marjorie, who was comfortably leaning against Lily’s back for support.
not in physical motion
From this reading The flame lighted up the immediate circle, and the tents just beyond; but by way of contrast, it seemed to make the blackness of the woods and the water still deeper.
summer'snounUS /ˈsʌmərz/
possessive form of “summer” — the warmest season of the year; in the northern hemisphere it extends from the summer solstice to the autumnal equinox
From this reading “Remember that dark forest in Barrie’s play--‘Dear Brutus’--where everybody went on a summer’s night and got things they all wished for!” remarked Lily.
the activity of providing for or maintaining by supplying with money or necessities
From this reading “We want to stay just where we are!” replied Marjorie, who was comfortably leaning against Lily’s back for support.
teasinglyadverb
in a playfully teasing manner
From this reading “Anybody want to go for a walk?” asked Miss Phillips, teasingly.
tentsnounUS /tents/
plural of “tent” — a portable shelter (usually of canvas stretched over supporting poles and fastened to the ground with ropes and pegs)
From this reading The flame lighted up the immediate circle, and the tents just beyond; but by way of contrast, it seemed to make the blackness of the woods and the water still deeper.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading “Remember that dark forest in Barrie’s play--‘Dear Brutus’--where everybody went on a summer’s night and got things they all wished for!” remarked Lily.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE ACCIDENT It was evening--of the second day of their trip and the scouts were seated about their camp fire, enjoying the leisure after the day’s activities.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading THE ACCIDENT It was evening--of the second day of their trip and the scouts were seated about their camp fire, enjoying the leisure after the day’s activities.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading “Remember that dark forest in Barrie’s play--‘Dear Brutus’--where everybody went on a summer’s night and got things they all wished for!” remarked Lily.
any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)
From this reading “Remember that dark forest in Barrie’s play--‘Dear Brutus’--where everybody went on a summer’s night and got things they all wished for!” remarked Lily.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading The flame lighted up the immediate circle, and the tents just beyond; but by way of contrast, it seemed to make the blackness of the woods and the water still deeper.
a journey for some purpose (usually including the return)
From this reading THE ACCIDENT It was evening--of the second day of their trip and the scouts were seated about their camp fire, enjoying the leisure after the day’s activities.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading The flame lighted up the immediate circle, and the tents just beyond; but by way of contrast, it seemed to make the blackness of the woods and the water still deeper.
the act of traveling by foot
From this reading “Anybody want to go for a walk?” asked Miss Phillips, teasingly.
feel or have a desire for; want strongly
From this reading “Anybody want to go for a walk?” asked Miss Phillips, teasingly.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading THE ACCIDENT It was evening--of the second day of their trip and the scouts were seated about their camp fire, enjoying the leisure after the day’s activities.
binary compound that occurs at room temperature as a clear colorless odorless tasteless liquid; freezes into ice below 0 degrees centigrade and boils above 100 degrees centigrade; widely used as a solvent
From this reading The flame lighted up the immediate circle, and the tents just beyond; but by way of contrast, it seemed to make the blackness of the woods and the water still deeper.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading The flame lighted up the immediate circle, and the tents just beyond; but by way of contrast, it seemed to make the blackness of the woods and the water still deeper.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading “We want to stay just where we are!” replied Marjorie, who was comfortably leaning against Lily’s back for support.
inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading “Remember that dark forest in Barrie’s play--‘Dear Brutus’--where everybody went on a summer’s night and got things they all wished for!” remarked Lily.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading THE ACCIDENT It was evening--of the second day of their trip and the scouts were seated about their camp fire, enjoying the leisure after the day’s activities.
in or at the place that
From this reading “We want to stay just where we are!” replied Marjorie, who was comfortably leaning against Lily’s back for support.
which person or people
From this reading “We want to stay just where we are!” replied Marjorie, who was comfortably leaning against Lily’s back for support.
past form of “wish” — hope for; have a wish
From this reading “Remember that dark forest in Barrie’s play--‘Dear Brutus’--where everybody went on a summer’s night and got things they all wished for!” remarked Lily.
the trees and other plants in a large densely wooded area
From this reading The flame lighted up the immediate circle, and the tents just beyond; but by way of contrast, it seemed to make the blackness of the woods and the water still deeper.
