used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading He could vanquish two such men as the tribune, he thought, at any exercise and with any weapons; but his face sank when he learned the penalty of failure, and a shudder passed through his whole frame at the bare possibility of becoming a slave to anyone but his present master.
generally approved or compelling recognition
From this reading When the terms of the combat were explained to the person chiefly interested, that young warrior eagerly accepted the challenge as affording an opportunity for indulgence in those feats of arms which early education had rendered so pleasing to his martial disposition.
affordingverbUS /əˈfɔːrdɪŋ/
-ing form of “afford” — be able to spare or give up
From this reading When the terms of the combat were explained to the person chiefly interested, that young warrior eagerly accepted the challenge as affording an opportunity for indulgence in those feats of arms which early education had rendered so pleasing to his martial disposition.
(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 It nerved him, however, all the more in his resolution to conquer; and when Licinius, reproaching himself bitterly the while, promised him his liberty in the event of victory, Esca’s heart beat fast with joy and hope and exultation once more.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading THE TRAINING‐SCHOOL But Licinius had an ordeal to go through on the following day, which was especially painful to the kind heart of the Roman general.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading He could vanquish two such men as the tribune, he thought, at any exercise and with any weapons; but his face sank when he learned the penalty of failure, and a shudder passed through his whole frame at the bare possibility of becoming a slave to anyone but his present master.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading He could vanquish two such men as the tribune, he thought, at any exercise and with any weapons; but his face sank when he learned the penalty of failure, and a shudder passed through his whole frame at the bare possibility of becoming a slave to anyone but his present master.
any person at all
From this reading He could vanquish two such men as the tribune, he thought, at any exercise and with any weapons; but his face sank when he learned the penalty of failure, and a shudder passed through his whole frame at the bare possibility of becoming a slave to anyone but his present master.
weapons considered collectively
From this reading When the terms of the combat were explained to the person chiefly interested, that young warrior eagerly accepted the challenge as affording an opportunity for indulgence in those feats of arms which early education had rendered so pleasing to his martial disposition.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading When the terms of the combat were explained to the person chiefly interested, that young warrior eagerly accepted the challenge as affording an opportunity for indulgence in those feats of arms which early education had rendered so pleasing to his martial disposition.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading He could vanquish two such men as the tribune, he thought, at any exercise and with any weapons; but his face sank when he learned the penalty of failure, and a shudder passed through his whole frame at the bare possibility of becoming a slave to anyone but his present master.
completely unclothed
From this reading He could vanquish two such men as the tribune, he thought, at any exercise and with any weapons; but his face sank when he learned the penalty of failure, and a shudder passed through his whole frame at the bare possibility of becoming a slave to anyone but his present master.
come out better in a competition, race, or conflict
From this reading It nerved him, however, all the more in his resolution to conquer; and when Licinius, reproaching himself bitterly the while, promised him his liberty in the event of victory, Esca’s heart beat fast with joy and hope and exultation once more.
according with custom or propriety
From this reading He could vanquish two such men as the tribune, he thought, at any exercise and with any weapons; but his face sank when he learned the penalty of failure, and a shudder passed through his whole frame at the bare possibility of becoming a slave to anyone but his present master.
with bitterness; in a resentful manner
From this reading It nerved him, however, all the more in his resolution to conquer; and when Licinius, reproaching himself bitterly the while, promised him his liberty in the event of victory, Esca’s heart beat fast with joy and hope and exultation once more.
that part of the central nervous system that includes all the higher nervous centers; enclosed within the skull; continuous with the spinal cord
From this reading A thousand vague possibilities danced through his brain; a thousand wild and visionary schemes, of which Mariamne formed the centre figure.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading THE TRAINING‐SCHOOL But Licinius had an ordeal to go through on the following day, which was especially painful to the kind heart of the Roman general.
a low-lying region in central France
From this reading A thousand vague possibilities danced through his brain; a thousand wild and visionary schemes, of which Mariamne formed the centre figure.
challengeverbUS /ˈtʃæləndʒ/
take exception to
From this reading When the terms of the combat were explained to the person chiefly interested, that young warrior eagerly accepted the challenge as affording an opportunity for indulgence in those feats of arms which early education had rendered so pleasing to his martial disposition.
chieflyadverbUS /ˈtʃiːfli/
for the most part
From this reading When the terms of the combat were explained to the person chiefly interested, that young warrior eagerly accepted the challenge as affording an opportunity for indulgence in those feats of arms which early education had rendered so pleasing to his martial disposition.
combatnounUS /ˈkɑːmbæt/
an engagement fought between two military forces
From this reading When the terms of the combat were explained to the person chiefly interested, that young warrior eagerly accepted the challenge as affording an opportunity for indulgence in those feats of arms which early education had rendered so pleasing to his martial disposition.
conquerverbUS /ˈkɑːŋkər/
bring under control by force or authority
From this reading It nerved him, however, all the more in his resolution to conquer; and when Licinius, reproaching himself bitterly the while, promised him his liberty in the event of victory, Esca’s heart beat fast with joy and hope and exultation once more.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading He could vanquish two such men as the tribune, he thought, at any exercise and with any weapons; but his face sank when he learned the penalty of failure, and a shudder passed through his whole frame at the bare possibility of becoming a slave to anyone but his present master.
past form of “dance” — move in a graceful and rhythmical way
From this reading A thousand vague possibilities danced through his brain; a thousand wild and visionary schemes, of which Mariamne formed the centre figure.
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading THE TRAINING‐SCHOOL But Licinius had an ordeal to go through on the following day, which was especially painful to the kind heart of the Roman general.
dispositionnounUS /ˌdɪspəˈzɪʃən/
your usual mood
From this reading When the terms of the combat were explained to the person chiefly interested, that young warrior eagerly accepted the challenge as affording an opportunity for indulgence in those feats of arms which early education had rendered so pleasing to his martial disposition.
with eagerness; in an eager manner
From this reading When the terms of the combat were explained to the person chiefly interested, that young warrior eagerly accepted the challenge as affording an opportunity for indulgence in those feats of arms which early education had rendered so pleasing to his martial disposition.
earlyadjectiveUS /ˈɜːrli/
at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time
From this reading When the terms of the combat were explained to the person chiefly interested, that young warrior eagerly accepted the challenge as affording an opportunity for indulgence in those feats of arms which early education had rendered so pleasing to his martial disposition.
the activities of educating or instructing; activities that impart knowledge or skill
From this reading When the terms of the combat were explained to the person chiefly interested, that young warrior eagerly accepted the challenge as affording an opportunity for indulgence in those feats of arms which early education had rendered so pleasing to his martial disposition.
Esca's
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From this reading It nerved him, however, all the more in his resolution to conquer; and when Licinius, reproaching himself bitterly the while, promised him his liberty in the event of victory, Esca’s heart beat fast with joy and hope and exultation once more.
to a distinctly greater extent or degree than is common
From this reading THE TRAINING‐SCHOOL But Licinius had an ordeal to go through on the following day, which was especially painful to the kind heart of the Roman general.
something that happens at a given place and time
From this reading It nerved him, however, all the more in his resolution to conquer; and when Licinius, reproaching himself bitterly the while, promised him his liberty in the event of victory, Esca’s heart beat fast with joy and hope and exultation once more.
the activity of exerting your muscles in various ways to keep fit
From this reading He could vanquish two such men as the tribune, he thought, at any exercise and with any weapons; but his face sank when he learned the penalty of failure, and a shudder passed through his whole frame at the bare possibility of becoming a slave to anyone but his present master.
past form of “explain” — make plain and comprehensible
From this reading When the terms of the combat were explained to the person chiefly interested, that young warrior eagerly accepted the challenge as affording an opportunity for indulgence in those feats of arms which early education had rendered so pleasing to his martial disposition.
exultationnoun
a feeling of extreme joy
From this reading It nerved him, however, all the more in his resolution to conquer; and when Licinius, reproaching himself bitterly the while, promised him his liberty in the event of victory, Esca’s heart beat fast with joy and hope and exultation once more.
the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear
From this reading He could vanquish two such men as the tribune, he thought, at any exercise and with any weapons; but his face sank when he learned the penalty of failure, and a shudder passed through his whole frame at the bare possibility of becoming a slave to anyone but his present master.
an act that fails
From this reading He could vanquish two such men as the tribune, he thought, at any exercise and with any weapons; but his face sank when he learned the penalty of failure, and a shudder passed through his whole frame at the bare possibility of becoming a slave to anyone but his present master.
quickly or rapidly (often used as a combining form)
From this reading It nerved him, however, all the more in his resolution to conquer; and when Licinius, reproaching himself bitterly the while, promised him his liberty in the event of victory, Esca’s heart beat fast with joy and hope and exultation once more.
featsnounUS /fiːts/
plural of “feat” — a notable achievement
From this reading When the terms of the combat were explained to the person chiefly interested, that young warrior eagerly accepted the challenge as affording an opportunity for indulgence in those feats of arms which early education had rendered so pleasing to his martial disposition.
a diagram or picture illustrating textual material
From this reading A thousand vague possibilities danced through his brain; a thousand wild and visionary schemes, of which Mariamne formed the centre figure.
about to be mentioned or specified
From this reading THE TRAINING‐SCHOOL But Licinius had an ordeal to go through on the following day, which was especially painful to the kind heart of the Roman general.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading When the terms of the combat were explained to the person chiefly interested, that young warrior eagerly accepted the challenge as affording an opportunity for indulgence in those feats of arms which early education had rendered so pleasing to his martial disposition.
having or given a form or shape
From this reading A thousand vague possibilities danced through his brain; a thousand wild and visionary schemes, of which Mariamne formed the centre figure.
enclose in or as if in a frame
From this reading He could vanquish two such men as the tribune, he thought, at any exercise and with any weapons; but his face sank when he learned the penalty of failure, and a shudder passed through his whole frame at the bare possibility of becoming a slave to anyone but his present master.
applying to all or most members of a category or group
From this reading THE TRAINING‐SCHOOL But Licinius had an ordeal to go through on the following day, which was especially painful to the kind heart of the Roman general.
change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading THE TRAINING‐SCHOOL But Licinius had an ordeal to go through on the following day, which was especially painful to the kind heart of the Roman general.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading THE TRAINING‐SCHOOL But Licinius had an ordeal to go through on the following day, which was especially painful to the kind heart of the Roman general.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading He could vanquish two such men as the tribune, he thought, at any exercise and with any weapons; but his face sank when he learned the penalty of failure, and a shudder passed through his whole frame at the bare possibility of becoming a slave to anyone but his present master.
the locus of feelings and intuitions
From this reading THE TRAINING‐SCHOOL But Licinius had an ordeal to go through on the following day, which was especially painful to the kind heart of the Roman general.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading It nerved him, however, all the more in his resolution to conquer; and when Licinius, reproaching himself bitterly the while, promised him his liberty in the event of victory, Esca’s heart beat fast with joy and hope and exultation once more.
used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object
From this reading It nerved him, however, all the more in his resolution to conquer; and when Licinius, reproaching himself bitterly the while, promised him his liberty in the event of victory, Esca’s heart beat fast with joy and hope and exultation once more.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading When the terms of the combat were explained to the person chiefly interested, that young warrior eagerly accepted the challenge as affording an opportunity for indulgence in those feats of arms which early education had rendered so pleasing to his martial disposition.
a specific instance of feeling hopeful
From this reading It nerved him, however, all the more in his resolution to conquer; and when Licinius, reproaching himself bitterly the while, promised him his liberty in the event of victory, Esca’s heart beat fast with joy and hope and exultation once more.
used to add a contrasting statement
From this reading It nerved him, however, all the more in his resolution to conquer; and when Licinius, reproaching himself bitterly the while, promised him his liberty in the event of victory, Esca’s heart beat fast with joy and hope and exultation once more.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading When the terms of the combat were explained to the person chiefly interested, that young warrior eagerly accepted the challenge as affording an opportunity for indulgence in those feats of arms which early education had rendered so pleasing to his martial disposition.
indulgencenounUS /ˌɪnˈdʌldʒəns/
an inability to resist the gratification of whims and desires
From this reading When the terms of the combat were explained to the person chiefly interested, that young warrior eagerly accepted the challenge as affording an opportunity for indulgence in those feats of arms which early education had rendered so pleasing to his martial disposition.
having or showing interest; especially curiosity or fascination or concern
From this reading When the terms of the combat were explained to the person chiefly interested, that young warrior eagerly accepted the challenge as affording an opportunity for indulgence in those feats of arms which early education had rendered so pleasing to his martial disposition.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It nerved him, however, all the more in his resolution to conquer; and when Licinius, reproaching himself bitterly the while, promised him his liberty in the event of victory, Esca’s heart beat fast with joy and hope and exultation once more.
the emotion of great happiness
From this reading It nerved him, however, all the more in his resolution to conquer; and when Licinius, reproaching himself bitterly the while, promised him his liberty in the event of victory, Esca’s heart beat fast with joy and hope and exultation once more.
having or showing a tender and considerate and helpful nature; used especially of persons and their behavior
From this reading THE TRAINING‐SCHOOL But Licinius had an ordeal to go through on the following day, which was especially painful to the kind heart of the Roman general.
having or showing profound knowledge
From this reading He could vanquish two such men as the tribune, he thought, at any exercise and with any weapons; but his face sank when he learned the penalty of failure, and a shudder passed through his whole frame at the bare possibility of becoming a slave to anyone but his present master.
The state of being free within society from oppressive restrictions on one's way of life.
From this reading It nerved him, however, all the more in his resolution to conquer; and when Licinius, reproaching himself bitterly the while, promised him his liberty in the event of victory, Esca’s heart beat fast with joy and hope and exultation once more.
Licinius
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From this reading THE TRAINING‐SCHOOL But Licinius had an ordeal to go through on the following day, which was especially painful to the kind heart of the Roman general.
Mariamne
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From this reading A thousand vague possibilities danced through his brain; a thousand wild and visionary schemes, of which Mariamne formed the centre figure.
martialadjectiveUS /ˈmɑːrʃəl/
(of persons) befitting a warrior
From this reading When the terms of the combat were explained to the person chiefly interested, that young warrior eagerly accepted the challenge as affording an opportunity for indulgence in those feats of arms which early education had rendered so pleasing to his martial disposition.
an artist of consummate skill
From this reading He could vanquish two such men as the tribune, he thought, at any exercise and with any weapons; but his face sank when he learned the penalty of failure, and a shudder passed through his whole frame at the bare possibility of becoming a slave to anyone but his present master.
the force of workers available
From this reading He could vanquish two such men as the tribune, he thought, at any exercise and with any weapons; but his face sank when he learned the penalty of failure, and a shudder passed through his whole frame at the bare possibility of becoming a slave to anyone but his present master.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading It nerved him, however, all the more in his resolution to conquer; and when Licinius, reproaching himself bitterly the while, promised him his liberty in the event of victory, Esca’s heart beat fast with joy and hope and exultation once more.
nerved
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From this reading It nerved him, however, all the more in his resolution to conquer; and when Licinius, reproaching himself bitterly the while, promised him his liberty in the event of victory, Esca’s heart beat fast with joy and hope and exultation once more.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading THE TRAINING‐SCHOOL But Licinius had an ordeal to go through on the following day, which was especially painful to the kind heart of the Roman general.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading THE TRAINING‐SCHOOL But Licinius had an ordeal to go through on the following day, which was especially painful to the kind heart of the Roman general.
on one occasion
From this reading It nerved him, however, all the more in his resolution to conquer; and when Licinius, reproaching himself bitterly the while, promised him his liberty in the event of victory, Esca’s heart beat fast with joy and hope and exultation once more.
a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances
From this reading When the terms of the combat were explained to the person chiefly interested, that young warrior eagerly accepted the challenge as affording an opportunity for indulgence in those feats of arms which early education had rendered so pleasing to his martial disposition.
ordealnounUS /ɔːrˈdiːl/
a severe or trying experience
From this reading THE TRAINING‐SCHOOL But Licinius had an ordeal to go through on the following day, which was especially painful to the kind heart of the Roman general.
causing physical or psychological pain
From this reading THE TRAINING‐SCHOOL But Licinius had an ordeal to go through on the following day, which was especially painful to the kind heart of the Roman general.
past form of “pass” — go across or through
From this reading He could vanquish two such men as the tribune, he thought, at any exercise and with any weapons; but his face sank when he learned the penalty of failure, and a shudder passed through his whole frame at the bare possibility of becoming a slave to anyone but his present master.
penaltynounUS /ˈpenəlti/
the act of punishing
From this reading He could vanquish two such men as the tribune, he thought, at any exercise and with any weapons; but his face sank when he learned the penalty of failure, and a shudder passed through his whole frame at the bare possibility of becoming a slave to anyone but his present master.
a human being
From this reading When the terms of the combat were explained to the person chiefly interested, that young warrior eagerly accepted the challenge as affording an opportunity for indulgence in those feats of arms which early education had rendered so pleasing to his martial disposition.
pleasingadjectiveUS /ˈpliːzɪŋ/
giving pleasure and satisfaction
From this reading When the terms of the combat were explained to the person chiefly interested, that young warrior eagerly accepted the challenge as affording an opportunity for indulgence in those feats of arms which early education had rendered so pleasing to his martial disposition.
possibilitiesnounUS /ˌpɑːsəˈbɪlətiz/
plural of “possibility” — a future prospect or potential
From this reading A thousand vague possibilities danced through his brain; a thousand wild and visionary schemes, of which Mariamne formed the centre figure.
a future prospect or potential
From this reading He could vanquish two such men as the tribune, he thought, at any exercise and with any weapons; but his face sank when he learned the penalty of failure, and a shudder passed through his whole frame at the bare possibility of becoming a slave to anyone but his present master.
give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading He could vanquish two such men as the tribune, he thought, at any exercise and with any weapons; but his face sank when he learned the penalty of failure, and a shudder passed through his whole frame at the bare possibility of becoming a slave to anyone but his present master.
past form of “promise” — make a promise or commitment
From this reading It nerved him, however, all the more in his resolution to conquer; and when Licinius, reproaching himself bitterly the while, promised him his liberty in the event of victory, Esca’s heart beat fast with joy and hope and exultation once more.
past form of “render” — cause to become
From this reading When the terms of the combat were explained to the person chiefly interested, that young warrior eagerly accepted the challenge as affording an opportunity for indulgence in those feats of arms which early education had rendered so pleasing to his martial disposition.
reproaching
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From this reading It nerved him, however, all the more in his resolution to conquer; and when Licinius, reproaching himself bitterly the while, promised him his liberty in the event of victory, Esca’s heart beat fast with joy and hope and exultation once more.
a formal expression by a meeting; agreed to by a vote
From this reading It nerved him, however, all the more in his resolution to conquer; and when Licinius, reproaching himself bitterly the while, promised him his liberty in the event of victory, Esca’s heart beat fast with joy and hope and exultation once more.
RomanadjectiveUS /ˈroʊmən/
relating to or characteristic of people of Rome
From this reading THE TRAINING‐SCHOOL But Licinius had an ordeal to go through on the following day, which was especially painful to the kind heart of the Roman general.
inflected form of “sink” — fall or descend to a lower place or level
From this reading He could vanquish two such men as the tribune, he thought, at any exercise and with any weapons; but his face sank when he learned the penalty of failure, and a shudder passed through his whole frame at the bare possibility of becoming a slave to anyone but his present master.
schemesnounUS /skiːmz/
plural of “scheme” — an elaborate and systematic plan of action
From this reading A thousand vague possibilities danced through his brain; a thousand wild and visionary schemes, of which Mariamne formed the centre figure.
an educational institution
From this reading THE TRAINING‐SCHOOL But Licinius had an ordeal to go through on the following day, which was especially painful to the kind heart of the Roman general.
shudderverbUS /ˈʃʌdər/
shake, as from cold
From this reading He could vanquish two such men as the tribune, he thought, at any exercise and with any weapons; but his face sank when he learned the penalty of failure, and a shudder passed through his whole frame at the bare possibility of becoming a slave to anyone but his present master.
a person who is owned by someone
From this reading He could vanquish two such men as the tribune, he thought, at any exercise and with any weapons; but his face sank when he learned the penalty of failure, and a shudder passed through his whole frame at the bare possibility of becoming a slave to anyone but his present master.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading When the terms of the combat were explained to the person chiefly interested, that young warrior eagerly accepted the challenge as affording an opportunity for indulgence in those feats of arms which early education had rendered so pleasing to his martial disposition.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading He could vanquish two such men as the tribune, he thought, at any exercise and with any weapons; but his face sank when he learned the penalty of failure, and a shudder passed through his whole frame at the bare possibility of becoming a slave to anyone but his present master.
status with respect to the relations between people or groups
From this reading When the terms of the combat were explained to the person chiefly interested, that young warrior eagerly accepted the challenge as affording an opportunity for indulgence in those feats of arms which early education had rendered so pleasing to his martial disposition.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading When the terms of the combat were explained to the person chiefly interested, that young warrior eagerly accepted the challenge as affording an opportunity for indulgence in those feats of arms which early education had rendered so pleasing to his martial disposition.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE TRAINING‐SCHOOL But Licinius had an ordeal to go through on the following day, which was especially painful to the kind heart of the Roman general.
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading When the terms of the combat were explained to the person chiefly interested, that young warrior eagerly accepted the challenge as affording an opportunity for indulgence in those feats of arms which early education had rendered so pleasing to his martial disposition.
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading He could vanquish two such men as the tribune, he thought, at any exercise and with any weapons; but his face sank when he learned the penalty of failure, and a shudder passed through his whole frame at the bare possibility of becoming a slave to anyone but his present master.
the cardinal number that is the product of 10 and 100
From this reading A thousand vague possibilities danced through his brain; a thousand wild and visionary schemes, of which Mariamne formed the centre figure.
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading THE TRAINING‐SCHOOL But Licinius had an ordeal to go through on the following day, which was especially painful to the kind heart of the Roman general.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading THE TRAINING‐SCHOOL But Licinius had an ordeal to go through on the following day, which was especially painful to the kind heart of the Roman general.
TRAININGnounUS /ˈtreɪnɪŋ/
activity leading to skilled behavior
From this reading THE TRAINING‐SCHOOL But Licinius had an ordeal to go through on the following day, which was especially painful to the kind heart of the Roman general.
tribunenounUS /ˈtrɪbjuːn/
(ancient Rome) an official elected by the plebeians to protect their interests
From this reading He could vanquish two such men as the tribune, he thought, at any exercise and with any weapons; but his face sank when he learned the penalty of failure, and a shudder passed through his whole frame at the bare possibility of becoming a slave to anyone but his present master.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading He could vanquish two such men as the tribune, he thought, at any exercise and with any weapons; but his face sank when he learned the penalty of failure, and a shudder passed through his whole frame at the bare possibility of becoming a slave to anyone but his present master.
not clearly expressed or understood
From this reading A thousand vague possibilities danced through his brain; a thousand wild and visionary schemes, of which Mariamne formed the centre figure.
vanquishverbUS /ˈvæŋkwɪʃ/
come out better in a competition, race, or conflict
From this reading He could vanquish two such men as the tribune, he thought, at any exercise and with any weapons; but his face sank when he learned the penalty of failure, and a shudder passed through his whole frame at the bare possibility of becoming a slave to anyone but his present master.
a successful ending of a struggle or contest
From this reading It nerved him, however, all the more in his resolution to conquer; and when Licinius, reproaching himself bitterly the while, promised him his liberty in the event of victory, Esca’s heart beat fast with joy and hope and exultation once more.
visionarynounUS /ˈvɪʒəneri/
a person given to fanciful speculations and enthusiasms with little regard for what is actually possible
From this reading A thousand vague possibilities danced through his brain; a thousand wild and visionary schemes, of which Mariamne formed the centre figure.
warriornounUS /ˈwɔːriər/
someone engaged in or experienced in warfare
From this reading When the terms of the combat were explained to the person chiefly interested, that young warrior eagerly accepted the challenge as affording an opportunity for indulgence in those feats of arms which early education had rendered so pleasing to his martial disposition.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading THE TRAINING‐SCHOOL But Licinius had an ordeal to go through on the following day, which was especially painful to the kind heart of the Roman general.
weaponsnounUS /ˈwepənz/
plural of “weapon” — any instrument or instrumentality used in fighting or hunting
From this reading He could vanquish two such men as the tribune, he thought, at any exercise and with any weapons; but his face sank when he learned the penalty of failure, and a shudder passed through his whole frame at the bare possibility of becoming a slave to anyone but his present master.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading When the terms of the combat were explained to the person chiefly interested, that young warrior eagerly accepted the challenge as affording an opportunity for indulgence in those feats of arms which early education had rendered so pleasing to his martial disposition.
at the time that
From this reading When the terms of the combat were explained to the person chiefly interested, that young warrior eagerly accepted the challenge as affording an opportunity for indulgence in those feats of arms which early education had rendered so pleasing to his martial disposition.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading THE TRAINING‐SCHOOL But Licinius had an ordeal to go through on the following day, which was especially painful to the kind heart of the Roman general.
whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading It nerved him, however, all the more in his resolution to conquer; and when Licinius, reproaching himself bitterly the while, promised him his liberty in the event of victory, Esca’s heart beat fast with joy and hope and exultation once more.
including all components without exception; being one unit or constituting the full amount or extent or duration; complete
From this reading He could vanquish two such men as the tribune, he thought, at any exercise and with any weapons; but his face sank when he learned the penalty of failure, and a shudder passed through his whole frame at the bare possibility of becoming a slave to anyone but his present master.
marked by extreme lack of restraint or control
From this reading A thousand vague possibilities danced through his brain; a thousand wild and visionary schemes, of which Mariamne formed the centre figure.
in the company of; together with
From this reading He could vanquish two such men as the tribune, he thought, at any exercise and with any weapons; but his face sank when he learned the penalty of failure, and a shudder passed through his whole frame at the bare possibility of becoming a slave to anyone but his present master.
(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth
From this reading When the terms of the combat were explained to the person chiefly interested, that young warrior eagerly accepted the challenge as affording an opportunity for indulgence in those feats of arms which early education had rendered so pleasing to his martial disposition.
