Chapter XXXI · Chapter 31

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

From this reading The storm was over; at least, the wind had moderated down to a fresh, invigorating breeze.

on the subject of; concerning

From this reading EVERYDAY LIFE ON THE BELL ROCK, AND OLD MEMORIES RECALLED The sun shone brightly over the sea next morning; so brightly and powerfully that it seemed to break up and disperse by force the great storm-clouds which hung about the sky, like the fragments of an army of black bullies who had done their worst and been baffled.

higher than, or over, something

From this reading Of course it did not shine in his face, because of the relative positions of the library and the sun, the first being just below the lantern, and the second just above the horizon, so that the rays struck upwards, and shone with dazzling brilliancy on the dome-shaped ceiling.

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

From this reading EVERYDAY LIFE ON THE BELL ROCK, AND OLD MEMORIES RECALLED The sun shone brightly over the sea next morning; so brightly and powerfully that it seemed to break up and disperse by force the great storm-clouds which hung about the sky, like the fragments of an army of black bullies who had done their worst and been baffled.

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

From this reading EVERYDAY LIFE ON THE BELL ROCK, AND OLD MEMORIES RECALLED The sun shone brightly over the sea next morning; so brightly and powerfully that it seemed to break up and disperse by force the great storm-clouds which hung about the sky, like the fragments of an army of black bullies who had done their worst and been baffled.

a permanent organization of the military land forces of a nation or state

From this reading EVERYDAY LIFE ON THE BELL ROCK, AND OLD MEMORIES RECALLED The sun shone brightly over the sea next morning; so brightly and powerfully that it seemed to break up and disperse by force the great storm-clouds which hung about the sky, like the fragments of an army of black bullies who had done their worst and been baffled.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading The storm was over; at least, the wind had moderated down to a fresh, invigorating breeze.

inflected form of “awake” — stop sleeping

From this reading It was the sun that awoke Ruby, by shining in at one of the small windows of the library, in which he slept.

people who are frustrated and perplexed

From this reading EVERYDAY LIFE ON THE BELL ROCK, AND OLD MEMORIES RECALLED The sun shone brightly over the sea next morning; so brightly and powerfully that it seemed to break up and disperse by force the great storm-clouds which hung about the sky, like the fragments of an army of black bullies who had done their worst and been baffled.

for the reason that

From this reading Of course it did not shine in his face, because of the relative positions of the library and the sun, the first being just below the lantern, and the second just above the horizon, so that the rays struck upwards, and shone with dazzling brilliancy on the dome-shaped ceiling.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading EVERYDAY LIFE ON THE BELL ROCK, AND OLD MEMORIES RECALLED The sun shone brightly over the sea next morning; so brightly and powerfully that it seemed to break up and disperse by force the great storm-clouds which hung about the sky, like the fragments of an army of black bullies who had done their worst and been baffled.

the -ing form of “be”

From this reading Of course it did not shine in his face, because of the relative positions of the library and the sun, the first being just below the lantern, and the second just above the horizon, so that the rays struck upwards, and shone with dazzling brilliancy on the dome-shaped ceiling.

a hollow device made of metal that makes a ringing sound when struck

From this reading EVERYDAY LIFE ON THE BELL ROCK, AND OLD MEMORIES RECALLED The sun shone brightly over the sea next morning; so brightly and powerfully that it seemed to break up and disperse by force the great storm-clouds which hung about the sky, like the fragments of an army of black bullies who had done their worst and been baffled.

at or to a lower level than something

From this reading Of course it did not shine in his face, because of the relative positions of the library and the sun, the first being just below the lantern, and the second just above the horizon, so that the rays struck upwards, and shone with dazzling brilliancy on the dome-shaped ceiling.

in the space, time, or range separating two things

From this reading The white crests of the billows were few and far between, and the wild turmoil of waters had given place to a grand procession of giant waves, that thundered on the Bell Rock Lighthouse, at once with more dignity and more force than the raging seas of the previous night.

plural of “billow” — a large sea wave

From this reading The white crests of the billows were few and far between, and the wild turmoil of waters had given place to a grand procession of giant waves, that thundered on the Bell Rock Lighthouse, at once with more dignity and more force than the raging seas of the previous night.

being of the achromatic color of maximum darkness; having little or no hue owing to absorption of almost all incident light

From this reading EVERYDAY LIFE ON THE BELL ROCK, AND OLD MEMORIES RECALLED The sun shone brightly over the sea next morning; so brightly and powerfully that it seemed to break up and disperse by force the great storm-clouds which hung about the sky, like the fragments of an army of black bullies who had done their worst and been baffled.

terminate

From this reading EVERYDAY LIFE ON THE BELL ROCK, AND OLD MEMORIES RECALLED The sun shone brightly over the sea next morning; so brightly and powerfully that it seemed to break up and disperse by force the great storm-clouds which hung about the sky, like the fragments of an army of black bullies who had done their worst and been baffled.

a slight wind (usually refreshing)

From this reading The storm was over; at least, the wind had moderated down to a fresh, invigorating breeze.

with brightness

From this reading EVERYDAY LIFE ON THE BELL ROCK, AND OLD MEMORIES RECALLED The sun shone brightly over the sea next morning; so brightly and powerfully that it seemed to break up and disperse by force the great storm-clouds which hung about the sky, like the fragments of an army of black bullies who had done their worst and been baffled.

a quality that outshines the usual

From this reading Of course it did not shine in his face, because of the relative positions of the library and the sun, the first being just below the lantern, and the second just above the horizon, so that the rays struck upwards, and shone with dazzling brilliancy on the dome-shaped ceiling.

plural of “bully” — a cruel and brutal fellow

From this reading EVERYDAY LIFE ON THE BELL ROCK, AND OLD MEMORIES RECALLED The sun shone brightly over the sea next morning; so brightly and powerfully that it seemed to break up and disperse by force the great storm-clouds which hung about the sky, like the fragments of an army of black bullies who had done their worst and been baffled.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading EVERYDAY LIFE ON THE BELL ROCK, AND OLD MEMORIES RECALLED The sun shone brightly over the sea next morning; so brightly and powerfully that it seemed to break up and disperse by force the great storm-clouds which hung about the sky, like the fragments of an army of black bullies who had done their worst and been baffled.

the overhead upper surface of a covered space

From this reading Of course it did not shine in his face, because of the relative positions of the library and the sun, the first being just below the lantern, and the second just above the horizon, so that the rays struck upwards, and shone with dazzling brilliancy on the dome-shaped ceiling.

education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings

From this reading Of course it did not shine in his face, because of the relative positions of the library and the sun, the first being just below the lantern, and the second just above the horizon, so that the rays struck upwards, and shone with dazzling brilliancy on the dome-shaped ceiling.

plural of “crest” — the top line of a hill, mountain, or wave

From this reading The white crests of the billows were few and far between, and the wild turmoil of waters had given place to a grand procession of giant waves, that thundered on the Bell Rock Lighthouse, at once with more dignity and more force than the raging seas of the previous night.

amazingly impressive; suggestive of the flashing of lightning

From this reading Of course it did not shine in his face, because of the relative positions of the library and the sun, the first being just below the lantern, and the second just above the horizon, so that the rays struck upwards, and shone with dazzling brilliancy on the dome-shaped ceiling.

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

From this reading Of course it did not shine in his face, because of the relative positions of the library and the sun, the first being just below the lantern, and the second just above the horizon, so that the rays struck upwards, and shone with dazzling brilliancy on the dome-shaped ceiling.

the quality of being worthy of esteem or respect

From this reading The white crests of the billows were few and far between, and the wild turmoil of waters had given place to a grand procession of giant waves, that thundered on the Bell Rock Lighthouse, at once with more dignity and more force than the raging seas of the previous night.

distribute loosely

From this reading EVERYDAY LIFE ON THE BELL ROCK, AND OLD MEMORIES RECALLED The sun shone brightly over the sea next morning; so brightly and powerfully that it seemed to break up and disperse by force the great storm-clouds which hung about the sky, like the fragments of an army of black bullies who had done their worst and been baffled.

having the shape of a dome

From this reading Of course it did not shine in his face, because of the relative positions of the library and the sun, the first being just below the lantern, and the second just above the horizon, so that the rays struck upwards, and shone with dazzling brilliancy on the dome-shaped ceiling.

having finished or arrived at completion

From this reading EVERYDAY LIFE ON THE BELL ROCK, AND OLD MEMORIES RECALLED The sun shone brightly over the sea next morning; so brightly and powerfully that it seemed to break up and disperse by force the great storm-clouds which hung about the sky, like the fragments of an army of black bullies who had done their worst and been baffled.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading The storm was over; at least, the wind had moderated down to a fresh, invigorating breeze.

found in the ordinary course of events

From this reading EVERYDAY LIFE ON THE BELL ROCK, AND OLD MEMORIES RECALLED The sun shone brightly over the sea next morning; so brightly and powerfully that it seemed to break up and disperse by force the great storm-clouds which hung about the sky, like the fragments of an army of black bullies who had done their worst and been baffled.

the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear

From this reading Of course it did not shine in his face, because of the relative positions of the library and the sun, the first being just below the lantern, and the second just above the horizon, so that the rays struck upwards, and shone with dazzling brilliancy on the dome-shaped ceiling.

to a considerable degree; very much

From this reading The white crests of the billows were few and far between, and the wild turmoil of waters had given place to a grand procession of giant waves, that thundered on the Bell Rock Lighthouse, at once with more dignity and more force than the raging seas of the previous night.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number

From this reading The white crests of the billows were few and far between, and the wild turmoil of waters had given place to a grand procession of giant waves, that thundered on the Bell Rock Lighthouse, at once with more dignity and more force than the raging seas of the previous night.

preceding all others in time or space or degree

From this reading Of course it did not shine in his face, because of the relative positions of the library and the sun, the first being just below the lantern, and the second just above the horizon, so that the rays struck upwards, and shone with dazzling brilliancy on the dome-shaped ceiling.

a powerful effect or influence

From this reading EVERYDAY LIFE ON THE BELL ROCK, AND OLD MEMORIES RECALLED The sun shone brightly over the sea next morning; so brightly and powerfully that it seemed to break up and disperse by force the great storm-clouds which hung about the sky, like the fragments of an army of black bullies who had done their worst and been baffled.

plural of “fragment” — a piece broken off or cut off of something else

From this reading EVERYDAY LIFE ON THE BELL ROCK, AND OLD MEMORIES RECALLED The sun shone brightly over the sea next morning; so brightly and powerfully that it seemed to break up and disperse by force the great storm-clouds which hung about the sky, like the fragments of an army of black bullies who had done their worst and been baffled.

recently made, produced, or harvested

From this reading The storm was over; at least, the wind had moderated down to a fresh, invigorating breeze.

any creature of exceptional size

From this reading The white crests of the billows were few and far between, and the wild turmoil of waters had given place to a grand procession of giant waves, that thundered on the Bell Rock Lighthouse, at once with more dignity and more force than the raging seas of the previous night.

acknowledged as a supposition

From this reading The white crests of the billows were few and far between, and the wild turmoil of waters had given place to a grand procession of giant waves, that thundered on the Bell Rock Lighthouse, at once with more dignity and more force than the raging seas of the previous night.

of behavior that is impressive and ambitious in scale or scope

From this reading The white crests of the billows were few and far between, and the wild turmoil of waters had given place to a grand procession of giant waves, that thundered on the Bell Rock Lighthouse, at once with more dignity and more force than the raging seas of the previous night.

relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind

From this reading EVERYDAY LIFE ON THE BELL ROCK, AND OLD MEMORIES RECALLED The sun shone brightly over the sea next morning; so brightly and powerfully that it seemed to break up and disperse by force the great storm-clouds which hung about the sky, like the fragments of an army of black bullies who had done their worst and been baffled.

the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect

From this reading EVERYDAY LIFE ON THE BELL ROCK, AND OLD MEMORIES RECALLED The sun shone brightly over the sea next morning; so brightly and powerfully that it seemed to break up and disperse by force the great storm-clouds which hung about the sky, like the fragments of an army of black bullies who had done their worst and been baffled.

a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading It was the sun that awoke Ruby, by shining in at one of the small windows of the library, in which he slept.

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

From this reading Of course it did not shine in his face, because of the relative positions of the library and the sun, the first being just below the lantern, and the second just above the horizon, so that the rays struck upwards, and shone with dazzling brilliancy on the dome-shaped ceiling.

the line at which the sky and Earth appear to meet

From this reading Of course it did not shine in his face, because of the relative positions of the library and the sun, the first being just below the lantern, and the second just above the horizon, so that the rays struck upwards, and shone with dazzling brilliancy on the dome-shaped ceiling.

inflected form of “hang” — be suspended or hanging

From this reading EVERYDAY LIFE ON THE BELL ROCK, AND OLD MEMORIES RECALLED The sun shone brightly over the sea next morning; so brightly and powerfully that it seemed to break up and disperse by force the great storm-clouds which hung about the sky, like the fragments of an army of black bullies who had done their worst and been baffled.

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

From this reading It was the sun that awoke Ruby, by shining in at one of the small windows of the library, in which he slept.

imparting strength and vitality

From this reading The storm was over; at least, the wind had moderated down to a fresh, invigorating breeze.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading EVERYDAY LIFE ON THE BELL ROCK, AND OLD MEMORIES RECALLED The sun shone brightly over the sea next morning; so brightly and powerfully that it seemed to break up and disperse by force the great storm-clouds which hung about the sky, like the fragments of an army of black bullies who had done their worst and been baffled.

and nothing more

From this reading Of course it did not shine in his face, because of the relative positions of the library and the sun, the first being just below the lantern, and the second just above the horizon, so that the rays struck upwards, and shone with dazzling brilliancy on the dome-shaped ceiling.

light in a transparent protective case

From this reading Of course it did not shine in his face, because of the relative positions of the library and the sun, the first being just below the lantern, and the second just above the horizon, so that the rays struck upwards, and shone with dazzling brilliancy on the dome-shaped ceiling.

the superlative of “little” that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by “the”; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or extent or degree

From this reading The storm was over; at least, the wind had moderated down to a fresh, invigorating breeze.

a room where books are kept

From this reading It was the sun that awoke Ruby, by shining in at one of the small windows of the library, in which he slept.

a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading EVERYDAY LIFE ON THE BELL ROCK, AND OLD MEMORIES RECALLED The sun shone brightly over the sea next morning; so brightly and powerfully that it seemed to break up and disperse by force the great storm-clouds which hung about the sky, like the fragments of an army of black bullies who had done their worst and been baffled.

a tower with a light that gives warning of shoals to passing ships

From this reading The white crests of the billows were few and far between, and the wild turmoil of waters had given place to a grand procession of giant waves, that thundered on the Bell Rock Lighthouse, at once with more dignity and more force than the raging seas of the previous night.

prefer or wish to do something

From this reading EVERYDAY LIFE ON THE BELL ROCK, AND OLD MEMORIES RECALLED The sun shone brightly over the sea next morning; so brightly and powerfully that it seemed to break up and disperse by force the great storm-clouds which hung about the sky, like the fragments of an army of black bullies who had done their worst and been baffled.

Recollections of past events.

From this reading EVERYDAY LIFE ON THE BELL ROCK, AND OLD MEMORIES RECALLED The sun shone brightly over the sea next morning; so brightly and powerfully that it seemed to break up and disperse by force the great storm-clouds which hung about the sky, like the fragments of an army of black bullies who had done their worst and been baffled.

past form of “moderate” — preside over

From this reading The storm was over; at least, the wind had moderated down to a fresh, invigorating breeze.

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

From this reading The white crests of the billows were few and far between, and the wild turmoil of waters had given place to a grand procession of giant waves, that thundered on the Bell Rock Lighthouse, at once with more dignity and more force than the raging seas of the previous night.

the time period between dawn and noon

From this reading EVERYDAY LIFE ON THE BELL ROCK, AND OLD MEMORIES RECALLED The sun shone brightly over the sea next morning; so brightly and powerfully that it seemed to break up and disperse by force the great storm-clouds which hung about the sky, like the fragments of an army of black bullies who had done their worst and been baffled.

immediately following in time or order

From this reading EVERYDAY LIFE ON THE BELL ROCK, AND OLD MEMORIES RECALLED The sun shone brightly over the sea next morning; so brightly and powerfully that it seemed to break up and disperse by force the great storm-clouds which hung about the sky, like the fragments of an army of black bullies who had done their worst and been baffled.

the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside

From this reading The white crests of the billows were few and far between, and the wild turmoil of waters had given place to a grand procession of giant waves, that thundered on the Bell Rock Lighthouse, at once with more dignity and more force than the raging seas of the previous night.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Of course it did not shine in his face, because of the relative positions of the library and the sun, the first being just below the lantern, and the second just above the horizon, so that the rays struck upwards, and shone with dazzling brilliancy on the dome-shaped ceiling.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading EVERYDAY LIFE ON THE BELL ROCK, AND OLD MEMORIES RECALLED The sun shone brightly over the sea next morning; so brightly and powerfully that it seemed to break up and disperse by force the great storm-clouds which hung about the sky, like the fragments of an army of black bullies who had done their worst and been baffled.

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

From this reading EVERYDAY LIFE ON THE BELL ROCK, AND OLD MEMORIES RECALLED The sun shone brightly over the sea next morning; so brightly and powerfully that it seemed to break up and disperse by force the great storm-clouds which hung about the sky, like the fragments of an army of black bullies who had done their worst and been baffled.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading EVERYDAY LIFE ON THE BELL ROCK, AND OLD MEMORIES RECALLED The sun shone brightly over the sea next morning; so brightly and powerfully that it seemed to break up and disperse by force the great storm-clouds which hung about the sky, like the fragments of an army of black bullies who had done their worst and been baffled.

on one occasion

From this reading The white crests of the billows were few and far between, and the wild turmoil of waters had given place to a grand procession of giant waves, that thundered on the Bell Rock Lighthouse, at once with more dignity and more force than the raging seas of the previous night.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading It was the sun that awoke Ruby, by shining in at one of the small windows of the library, in which he slept.

above and across; more than

From this reading EVERYDAY LIFE ON THE BELL ROCK, AND OLD MEMORIES RECALLED The sun shone brightly over the sea next morning; so brightly and powerfully that it seemed to break up and disperse by force the great storm-clouds which hung about the sky, like the fragments of an army of black bullies who had done their worst and been baffled.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading The white crests of the billows were few and far between, and the wild turmoil of waters had given place to a grand procession of giant waves, that thundered on the Bell Rock Lighthouse, at once with more dignity and more force than the raging seas of the previous night.

plural of “position” — the particular portion of space occupied by something

From this reading Of course it did not shine in his face, because of the relative positions of the library and the sun, the first being just below the lantern, and the second just above the horizon, so that the rays struck upwards, and shone with dazzling brilliancy on the dome-shaped ceiling.

in a powerful manner

From this reading EVERYDAY LIFE ON THE BELL ROCK, AND OLD MEMORIES RECALLED The sun shone brightly over the sea next morning; so brightly and powerfully that it seemed to break up and disperse by force the great storm-clouds which hung about the sky, like the fragments of an army of black bullies who had done their worst and been baffled.

just preceding something else in time or order

From this reading The white crests of the billows were few and far between, and the wild turmoil of waters had given place to a grand procession of giant waves, that thundered on the Bell Rock Lighthouse, at once with more dignity and more force than the raging seas of the previous night.

(theology) the origination of the Holy Spirit at Pentecost

From this reading The white crests of the billows were few and far between, and the wild turmoil of waters had given place to a grand procession of giant waves, that thundered on the Bell Rock Lighthouse, at once with more dignity and more force than the raging seas of the previous night.

characterized by violent and forceful activity or movement; very intense

From this reading The white crests of the billows were few and far between, and the wild turmoil of waters had given place to a grand procession of giant waves, that thundered on the Bell Rock Lighthouse, at once with more dignity and more force than the raging seas of the previous night.

plural of “ray” — a column of light (as from a beacon)

From this reading Of course it did not shine in his face, because of the relative positions of the library and the sun, the first being just below the lantern, and the second just above the horizon, so that the rays struck upwards, and shone with dazzling brilliancy on the dome-shaped ceiling.

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

From this reading EVERYDAY LIFE ON THE BELL ROCK, AND OLD MEMORIES RECALLED The sun shone brightly over the sea next morning; so brightly and powerfully that it seemed to break up and disperse by force the great storm-clouds which hung about the sky, like the fragments of an army of black bullies who had done their worst and been baffled.

a person related by blood or marriage

From this reading Of course it did not shine in his face, because of the relative positions of the library and the sun, the first being just below the lantern, and the second just above the horizon, so that the rays struck upwards, and shone with dazzling brilliancy on the dome-shaped ceiling.

a lump or mass of hard consolidated mineral matter

From this reading EVERYDAY LIFE ON THE BELL ROCK, AND OLD MEMORIES RECALLED The sun shone brightly over the sea next morning; so brightly and powerfully that it seemed to break up and disperse by force the great storm-clouds which hung about the sky, like the fragments of an army of black bullies who had done their worst and been baffled.

a transparent piece of ruby that has been cut and polished and is valued as a precious gem

From this reading It was the sun that awoke Ruby, by shining in at one of the small windows of the library, in which he slept.

a division of an ocean or a large body of salt water partially enclosed by land

From this reading EVERYDAY LIFE ON THE BELL ROCK, AND OLD MEMORIES RECALLED The sun shone brightly over the sea next morning; so brightly and powerfully that it seemed to break up and disperse by force the great storm-clouds which hung about the sky, like the fragments of an army of black bullies who had done their worst and been baffled.

plural of “sea” — a division of an ocean or a large body of salt water partially enclosed by land

From this reading The white crests of the billows were few and far between, and the wild turmoil of waters had given place to a grand procession of giant waves, that thundered on the Bell Rock Lighthouse, at once with more dignity and more force than the raging seas of the previous night.

1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites

From this reading Of course it did not shine in his face, because of the relative positions of the library and the sun, the first being just below the lantern, and the second just above the horizon, so that the rays struck upwards, and shone with dazzling brilliancy on the dome-shaped ceiling.

past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect

From this reading EVERYDAY LIFE ON THE BELL ROCK, AND OLD MEMORIES RECALLED The sun shone brightly over the sea next morning; so brightly and powerfully that it seemed to break up and disperse by force the great storm-clouds which hung about the sky, like the fragments of an army of black bullies who had done their worst and been baffled.

be bright by reflecting or casting light

From this reading Of course it did not shine in his face, because of the relative positions of the library and the sun, the first being just below the lantern, and the second just above the horizon, so that the rays struck upwards, and shone with dazzling brilliancy on the dome-shaped ceiling.

marked by exceptional merit

From this reading It was the sun that awoke Ruby, by shining in at one of the small windows of the library, in which he slept.

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

From this reading EVERYDAY LIFE ON THE BELL ROCK, AND OLD MEMORIES RECALLED The sun shone brightly over the sea next morning; so brightly and powerfully that it seemed to break up and disperse by force the great storm-clouds which hung about the sky, like the fragments of an army of black bullies who had done their worst and been baffled.

the atmosphere and outer space as viewed from the earth

From this reading EVERYDAY LIFE ON THE BELL ROCK, AND OLD MEMORIES RECALLED The sun shone brightly over the sea next morning; so brightly and powerfully that it seemed to break up and disperse by force the great storm-clouds which hung about the sky, like the fragments of an army of black bullies who had done their worst and been baffled.

inflected form of “sleep” — be asleep

From this reading It was the sun that awoke Ruby, by shining in at one of the small windows of the library, in which he slept.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading It was the sun that awoke Ruby, by shining in at one of the small windows of the library, in which he slept.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading EVERYDAY LIFE ON THE BELL ROCK, AND OLD MEMORIES RECALLED The sun shone brightly over the sea next morning; so brightly and powerfully that it seemed to break up and disperse by force the great storm-clouds which hung about the sky, like the fragments of an army of black bullies who had done their worst and been baffled.

behave violently, as if in state of a great anger

From this reading The storm was over; at least, the wind had moderated down to a fresh, invigorating breeze.

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From this reading EVERYDAY LIFE ON THE BELL ROCK, AND OLD MEMORIES RECALLED The sun shone brightly over the sea next morning; so brightly and powerfully that it seemed to break up and disperse by force the great storm-clouds which hung about the sky, like the fragments of an army of black bullies who had done their worst and been baffled.

(used in combination) affected by something overwhelming

From this reading Of course it did not shine in his face, because of the relative positions of the library and the sun, the first being just below the lantern, and the second just above the horizon, so that the rays struck upwards, and shone with dazzling brilliancy on the dome-shaped ceiling.

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

From this reading EVERYDAY LIFE ON THE BELL ROCK, AND OLD MEMORIES RECALLED The sun shone brightly over the sea next morning; so brightly and powerfully that it seemed to break up and disperse by force the great storm-clouds which hung about the sky, like the fragments of an army of black bullies who had done their worst and been baffled.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading The white crests of the billows were few and far between, and the wild turmoil of waters had given place to a grand procession of giant waves, that thundered on the Bell Rock Lighthouse, at once with more dignity and more force than the raging seas of the previous night.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading EVERYDAY LIFE ON THE BELL ROCK, AND OLD MEMORIES RECALLED The sun shone brightly over the sea next morning; so brightly and powerfully that it seemed to break up and disperse by force the great storm-clouds which hung about the sky, like the fragments of an army of black bullies who had done their worst and been baffled.

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

From this reading EVERYDAY LIFE ON THE BELL ROCK, AND OLD MEMORIES RECALLED The sun shone brightly over the sea next morning; so brightly and powerfully that it seemed to break up and disperse by force the great storm-clouds which hung about the sky, like the fragments of an army of black bullies who had done their worst and been baffled.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading EVERYDAY LIFE ON THE BELL ROCK, AND OLD MEMORIES RECALLED The sun shone brightly over the sea next morning; so brightly and powerfully that it seemed to break up and disperse by force the great storm-clouds which hung about the sky, like the fragments of an army of black bullies who had done their worst and been baffled.

past form of “thunder” — move fast, noisily, and heavily

From this reading The white crests of the billows were few and far between, and the wild turmoil of waters had given place to a grand procession of giant waves, that thundered on the Bell Rock Lighthouse, at once with more dignity and more force than the raging seas of the previous night.

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

From this reading EVERYDAY LIFE ON THE BELL ROCK, AND OLD MEMORIES RECALLED The sun shone brightly over the sea next morning; so brightly and powerfully that it seemed to break up and disperse by force the great storm-clouds which hung about the sky, like the fragments of an army of black bullies who had done their worst and been baffled.

a violent disturbance

From this reading The white crests of the billows were few and far between, and the wild turmoil of waters had given place to a grand procession of giant waves, that thundered on the Bell Rock Lighthouse, at once with more dignity and more force than the raging seas of the previous night.

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

From this reading EVERYDAY LIFE ON THE BELL ROCK, AND OLD MEMORIES RECALLED The sun shone brightly over the sea next morning; so brightly and powerfully that it seemed to break up and disperse by force the great storm-clouds which hung about the sky, like the fragments of an army of black bullies who had done their worst and been baffled.

spatially or metaphorically from a lower to a higher position

From this reading Of course it did not shine in his face, because of the relative positions of the library and the sun, the first being just below the lantern, and the second just above the horizon, so that the rays struck upwards, and shone with dazzling brilliancy on the dome-shaped ceiling.

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

From this reading The storm was over; at least, the wind had moderated down to a fresh, invigorating breeze.

United States actress and singer (1896-1977)

From this reading The white crests of the billows were few and far between, and the wild turmoil of waters had given place to a grand procession of giant waves, that thundered on the Bell Rock Lighthouse, at once with more dignity and more force than the raging seas of the previous night.

plural of “wave” — one of a series of ridges that moves across the surface of a liquid (especially across a large body of water)

From this reading The white crests of the billows were few and far between, and the wild turmoil of waters had given place to a grand procession of giant waves, that thundered on the Bell Rock Lighthouse, at once with more dignity and more force than the raging seas of the previous night.

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

From this reading The white crests of the billows were few and far between, and the wild turmoil of waters had given place to a grand procession of giant waves, that thundered on the Bell Rock Lighthouse, at once with more dignity and more force than the raging seas of the previous night.

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

From this reading EVERYDAY LIFE ON THE BELL ROCK, AND OLD MEMORIES RECALLED The sun shone brightly over the sea next morning; so brightly and powerfully that it seemed to break up and disperse by force the great storm-clouds which hung about the sky, like the fragments of an army of black bullies who had done their worst and been baffled.

a Caucasian

From this reading The white crests of the billows were few and far between, and the wild turmoil of waters had given place to a grand procession of giant waves, that thundered on the Bell Rock Lighthouse, at once with more dignity and more force than the raging seas of the previous night.

which person or people

From this reading EVERYDAY LIFE ON THE BELL ROCK, AND OLD MEMORIES RECALLED The sun shone brightly over the sea next morning; so brightly and powerfully that it seemed to break up and disperse by force the great storm-clouds which hung about the sky, like the fragments of an army of black bullies who had done their worst and been baffled.

marked by extreme lack of restraint or control

From this reading The white crests of the billows were few and far between, and the wild turmoil of waters had given place to a grand procession of giant waves, that thundered on the Bell Rock Lighthouse, at once with more dignity and more force than the raging seas of the previous night.

air moving (sometimes with considerable force) from an area of high pressure to an area of low pressure

From this reading The storm was over; at least, the wind had moderated down to a fresh, invigorating breeze.

(trademark) an operating system with a graphical user interface

From this reading It was the sun that awoke Ruby, by shining in at one of the small windows of the library, in which he slept.

in the company of; together with

From this reading The white crests of the billows were few and far between, and the wild turmoil of waters had given place to a grand procession of giant waves, that thundered on the Bell Rock Lighthouse, at once with more dignity and more force than the raging seas of the previous night.

the least favorable outcome

From this reading EVERYDAY LIFE ON THE BELL ROCK, AND OLD MEMORIES RECALLED The sun shone brightly over the sea next morning; so brightly and powerfully that it seemed to break up and disperse by force the great storm-clouds which hung about the sky, like the fragments of an army of black bullies who had done their worst and been baffled.