accurateadjectiveUS /ˈækjərət/
conforming exactly or almost exactly to fact or to a standard or performing with total accuracy
From this reading "The future of the world line," he said, "is essentially the same problem magnified only by the difficulty of obtaining accurate data--and enough data.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading For example: Assuming an apple orchard, what are the chances of apples being stolen?"
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading "The future of the world line," he said, "is essentially the same problem magnified only by the difficulty of obtaining accurate data--and enough data.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading Depends, I suppose, on whether there are any kids living in the neighborhood."
applenounUS /ˈæpəl/
fruit with red or yellow or green skin and sweet to tart crisp whitish flesh
From this reading For example: Assuming an apple orchard, what are the chances of apples being stolen?"
applesnounUS /ˈæpəlz/
plural of “apple” — fruit with red or yellow or green skin and sweet to tart crisp whitish flesh
From this reading For example: Assuming an apple orchard, what are the chances of apples being stolen?"
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading For example: Assuming an apple orchard, what are the chances of apples being stolen?"
AssumingadjectiveUS /əˈsuːmɪŋ/
excessively forward
From this reading For example: Assuming an apple orchard, what are the chances of apples being stolen?"
inflected form of “begin” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading "Sure," I began, "but--" Groating held up his hand.
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading For example: Assuming an apple orchard, what are the chances of apples being stolen?"
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading "Sure," I began, "but--" Groating held up his hand.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading "The future of the world line," he said, "is essentially the same problem magnified only by the difficulty of obtaining accurate data--and enough data.
plural of “chance” — a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances
From this reading For example: Assuming an apple orchard, what are the chances of apples being stolen?"
couldn't
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From this reading I said: "I couldn't say.
datanounUS /ˈdeɪtə/
a collection of facts from which conclusions may be drawn
From this reading "The future of the world line," he said, "is essentially the same problem magnified only by the difficulty of obtaining accurate data--and enough data.
DependsverbUS /dɪˈpendz/
third-person singular of “depend” — be contingent upon (something that is elided)
From this reading Depends, I suppose, on whether there are any kids living in the neighborhood."
an effort that is inconvenient
From this reading "The future of the world line," he said, "is essentially the same problem magnified only by the difficulty of obtaining accurate data--and enough data.
an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose
From this reading "The future of the world line," he said, "is essentially the same problem magnified only by the difficulty of obtaining accurate data--and enough data.
essentiallyadverbUS /eˈsenʃəli/
in essence; at bottom or by one's (or its) very nature
From this reading "The future of the world line," he said, "is essentially the same problem magnified only by the difficulty of obtaining accurate data--and enough data.
an item of information that is typical of a class or group
From this reading For example: Assuming an apple orchard, what are the chances of apples being stolen?"
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading For example: Assuming an apple orchard, what are the chances of apples being stolen?"
yet to be or coming
From this reading "The future of the world line," he said, "is essentially the same problem magnified only by the difficulty of obtaining accurate data--and enough data.
Groating
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading "Sure," I began, "but--" Groating held up his hand.
the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb
From this reading "Sure," I began, "but--" Groating held up his hand.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading "The future of the world line," he said, "is essentially the same problem magnified only by the difficulty of obtaining accurate data--and enough data.
occupied or in the control of; often used in combination
From this reading "Sure," I began, "but--" Groating held up his hand.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading "Sure," I began, "but--" Groating held up his hand.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading "Sure," I began, "but--" Groating held up his hand.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Depends, I suppose, on whether there are any kids living in the neighborhood."
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading "The future of the world line," he said, "is essentially the same problem magnified only by the difficulty of obtaining accurate data--and enough data.
kidsnounUS /kɪdz/
plural of “kid” — a young person of either sex
From this reading Depends, I suppose, on whether there are any kids living in the neighborhood."
a formation of people or things one beside another
From this reading "The future of the world line," he said, "is essentially the same problem magnified only by the difficulty of obtaining accurate data--and enough data.
the experience of being alive; the course of human events and activities
From this reading Depends, I suppose, on whether there are any kids living in the neighborhood."
magnifiedadjectiveUS /ˈmæɡnəfaɪd/
enlarged to an abnormal degree
From this reading "The future of the world line," he said, "is essentially the same problem magnified only by the difficulty of obtaining accurate data--and enough data.
neighborhoodnounUS /ˈneɪbərhʊd/
a surrounding or nearby region
From this reading Depends, I suppose, on whether there are any kids living in the neighborhood."
obtainingverbUS /əbˈteɪnɪŋ/
-ing form of “obtain” — come into possession of
From this reading "The future of the world line," he said, "is essentially the same problem magnified only by the difficulty of obtaining accurate data--and enough data.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading "The future of the world line," he said, "is essentially the same problem magnified only by the difficulty of obtaining accurate data--and enough data.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Depends, I suppose, on whether there are any kids living in the neighborhood."
and nothing more
From this reading "The future of the world line," he said, "is essentially the same problem magnified only by the difficulty of obtaining accurate data--and enough data.
orchardnounUS /ˈɔːrtʃərd/
garden consisting of a small cultivated wood without undergrowth
From this reading For example: Assuming an apple orchard, what are the chances of apples being stolen?"
a state of difficulty that needs to be resolved
From this reading "The future of the world line," he said, "is essentially the same problem magnified only by the difficulty of obtaining accurate data--and enough data.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading "The future of the world line," he said, "is essentially the same problem magnified only by the difficulty of obtaining accurate data--and enough data.
Identical; not different.
From this reading "The future of the world line," he said, "is essentially the same problem magnified only by the difficulty of obtaining accurate data--and enough data.
express in words
From this reading I said: "I couldn't say.
inflected form of “steal” — take without the owner's consent
From this reading For example: Assuming an apple orchard, what are the chances of apples being stolen?"
express a supposition
From this reading Depends, I suppose, on whether there are any kids living in the neighborhood."
having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured
From this reading "Sure," I began, "but--" Groating held up his hand.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading "The future of the world line," he said, "is essentially the same problem magnified only by the difficulty of obtaining accurate data--and enough data.
in or at that place or location
From this reading Depends, I suppose, on whether there are any kids living in the neighborhood."
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading "Sure," I began, "but--" Groating held up his hand.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading For example: Assuming an apple orchard, what are the chances of apples being stolen?"
used to introduce two or more possibilities
From this reading Depends, I suppose, on whether there are any kids living in the neighborhood."
everything that exists anywhere
From this reading "The future of the world line," he said, "is essentially the same problem magnified only by the difficulty of obtaining accurate data--and enough data.
