used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading There naturally followed a swifter flight on the part of the negroes.
Alex
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From this reading HALF FULL OF DIAMONDS At that moment, notwithstanding the commotion and the threats of coming trouble, Clay felt like congratulating Alex. and Jule on the manner in which they were carrying out their reckless plans.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading HALF FULL OF DIAMONDS At that moment, notwithstanding the commotion and the threats of coming trouble, Clay felt like congratulating Alex. and Jule on the manner in which they were carrying out their reckless plans.
weapons considered collectively
From this reading Knowing that defeat, perhaps death, would instantly follow on the heels of retreat, Alex. and Jule charged the camp, swinging their fire-coated arms and uttering cries which it did not seem possible could issue forth from human lips.
ascertainverbUS /ˌæsərˈteɪn/
establish after a calculation, investigation, experiment, survey, or study
From this reading But three or four black men, less superstitious, or having more at stake, than the others, stood their ground, calling to their companions that it was a white man's trick, and that they should return and ascertain by the use of steel and lead just how human their visitors were.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading HALF FULL OF DIAMONDS At that moment, notwithstanding the commotion and the threats of coming trouble, Clay felt like congratulating Alex. and Jule on the manner in which they were carrying out their reckless plans.
being of the achromatic color of maximum darkness; having little or no hue owing to absorption of almost all incident light
From this reading But three or four black men, less superstitious, or having more at stake, than the others, stood their ground, calling to their companions that it was a white man's trick, and that they should return and ascertain by the use of steel and lead just how human their visitors were.
blood-curdling
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From this reading More blood-curdling shrieks than now proceeded from the throats of the boys he had never heard.
plural of “boy” — a youthful male person
From this reading More blood-curdling shrieks than now proceeded from the throats of the boys he had never heard.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading But three or four black men, less superstitious, or having more at stake, than the others, stood their ground, calling to their companions that it was a white man's trick, and that they should return and ascertain by the use of steel and lead just how human their visitors were.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading But three or four black men, less superstitious, or having more at stake, than the others, stood their ground, calling to their companions that it was a white man's trick, and that they should return and ascertain by the use of steel and lead just how human their visitors were.
the particular occupation for which you are trained
From this reading But three or four black men, less superstitious, or having more at stake, than the others, stood their ground, calling to their companions that it was a white man's trick, and that they should return and ascertain by the use of steel and lead just how human their visitors were.
temporary living quarters specially built by the army for soldiers
From this reading Knowing that defeat, perhaps death, would instantly follow on the heels of retreat, Alex. and Jule charged the camp, swinging their fire-coated arms and uttering cries which it did not seem possible could issue forth from human lips.
-ing form of “carry” — move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body
From this reading HALF FULL OF DIAMONDS At that moment, notwithstanding the commotion and the threats of coming trouble, Clay felt like congratulating Alex. and Jule on the manner in which they were carrying out their reckless plans.
chargedadjectiveUS /tʃɑːrdʒd/
of a particle or body or system; having a net amount of positive or negative electric charge
From this reading Knowing that defeat, perhaps death, would instantly follow on the heels of retreat, Alex. and Jule charged the camp, swinging their fire-coated arms and uttering cries which it did not seem possible could issue forth from human lips.
ClaynounUS /kleɪ/
a very fine-grained soil that is plastic when moist but hard when fired
From this reading HALF FULL OF DIAMONDS At that moment, notwithstanding the commotion and the threats of coming trouble, Clay felt like congratulating Alex. and Jule on the manner in which they were carrying out their reckless plans.
the act of drawing spatially closer to something
From this reading HALF FULL OF DIAMONDS At that moment, notwithstanding the commotion and the threats of coming trouble, Clay felt like congratulating Alex. and Jule on the manner in which they were carrying out their reckless plans.
commotionnounUS /kəˈmoʊʃən/
a disorderly outburst or tumult
From this reading HALF FULL OF DIAMONDS At that moment, notwithstanding the commotion and the threats of coming trouble, Clay felt like congratulating Alex. and Jule on the manner in which they were carrying out their reckless plans.
plural of “companion” — a friend who is frequently in the company of another
From this reading But three or four black men, less superstitious, or having more at stake, than the others, stood their ground, calling to their companions that it was a white man's trick, and that they should return and ascertain by the use of steel and lead just how human their visitors were.
congratulatingverbUS /kənˈɡrætʃəleɪtɪŋ/
-ing form of “congratulate” — say something to someone that expresses praise
From this reading HALF FULL OF DIAMONDS At that moment, notwithstanding the commotion and the threats of coming trouble, Clay felt like congratulating Alex. and Jule on the manner in which they were carrying out their reckless plans.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading Knowing that defeat, perhaps death, would instantly follow on the heels of retreat, Alex. and Jule charged the camp, swinging their fire-coated arms and uttering cries which it did not seem possible could issue forth from human lips.
plural of “cry” — a loud utterance; often in protest or opposition
From this reading Knowing that defeat, perhaps death, would instantly follow on the heels of retreat, Alex. and Jule charged the camp, swinging their fire-coated arms and uttering cries which it did not seem possible could issue forth from human lips.
the event of dying or departure from life
From this reading Knowing that defeat, perhaps death, would instantly follow on the heels of retreat, Alex. and Jule charged the camp, swinging their fire-coated arms and uttering cries which it did not seem possible could issue forth from human lips.
defeatnounUS /dɪˈfiːt/
an unsuccessful ending to a struggle or contest
From this reading Knowing that defeat, perhaps death, would instantly follow on the heels of retreat, Alex. and Jule charged the camp, swinging their fire-coated arms and uttering cries which it did not seem possible could issue forth from human lips.
DIAMONDSnounUS /ˈdaɪməndz/
plural of “diamond” — a transparent piece of diamond that has been cut and polished and is valued as a precious gem
From this reading HALF FULL OF DIAMONDS At that moment, notwithstanding the commotion and the threats of coming trouble, Clay felt like congratulating Alex. and Jule on the manner in which they were carrying out their reckless plans.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading Knowing that defeat, perhaps death, would instantly follow on the heels of retreat, Alex. and Jule charged the camp, swinging their fire-coated arms and uttering cries which it did not seem possible could issue forth from human lips.
mat together and make felt-like
From this reading HALF FULL OF DIAMONDS At that moment, notwithstanding the commotion and the threats of coming trouble, Clay felt like congratulating Alex. and Jule on the manner in which they were carrying out their reckless plans.
fire-coated
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From this reading Knowing that defeat, perhaps death, would instantly follow on the heels of retreat, Alex. and Jule charged the camp, swinging their fire-coated arms and uttering cries which it did not seem possible could issue forth from human lips.
a formation of aircraft in flight
From this reading There naturally followed a swifter flight on the part of the negroes.
to travel behind, go after, come after
From this reading Knowing that defeat, perhaps death, would instantly follow on the heels of retreat, Alex. and Jule charged the camp, swinging their fire-coated arms and uttering cries which it did not seem possible could issue forth from human lips.
past form of “follow” — to travel behind, go after, come after
From this reading There naturally followed a swifter flight on the part of the negroes.
from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)
From this reading Knowing that defeat, perhaps death, would instantly follow on the heels of retreat, Alex. and Jule charged the camp, swinging their fire-coated arms and uttering cries which it did not seem possible could issue forth from human lips.
the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one
From this reading But three or four black men, less superstitious, or having more at stake, than the others, stood their ground, calling to their companions that it was a white man's trick, and that they should return and ascertain by the use of steel and lead just how human their visitors were.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading More blood-curdling shrieks than now proceeded from the throats of the boys he had never heard.
containing as much or as many as is possible or normal
From this reading HALF FULL OF DIAMONDS At that moment, notwithstanding the commotion and the threats of coming trouble, Clay felt like congratulating Alex. and Jule on the manner in which they were carrying out their reckless plans.
the solid part of the earth's surface
From this reading But three or four black men, less superstitious, or having more at stake, than the others, stood their ground, calling to their companions that it was a white man's trick, and that they should return and ascertain by the use of steel and lead just how human their visitors were.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading More blood-curdling shrieks than now proceeded from the throats of the boys he had never heard.
consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity
From this reading HALF FULL OF DIAMONDS At that moment, notwithstanding the commotion and the threats of coming trouble, Clay felt like congratulating Alex. and Jule on the manner in which they were carrying out their reckless plans.
havingauxiliary verbUS /ˈhævɪŋ/
the -ing form of “have”
From this reading But three or four black men, less superstitious, or having more at stake, than the others, stood their ground, calling to their companions that it was a white man's trick, and that they should return and ascertain by the use of steel and lead just how human their visitors were.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading More blood-curdling shrieks than now proceeded from the throats of the boys he had never heard.
detected or perceived by the sense of hearing
From this reading More blood-curdling shrieks than now proceeded from the throats of the boys he had never heard.
plural of “heel” — the bottom of a shoe or boot; the back part of a shoe or boot that touches the ground and provides elevation
From this reading Knowing that defeat, perhaps death, would instantly follow on the heels of retreat, Alex. and Jule charged the camp, swinging their fire-coated arms and uttering cries which it did not seem possible could issue forth from human lips.
how
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From this reading But three or four black men, less superstitious, or having more at stake, than the others, stood their ground, calling to their companions that it was a white man's trick, and that they should return and ascertain by the use of steel and lead just how human their visitors were.
humanadjectiveUS /ˈhjuːmən/
characteristic of humanity
From this reading Knowing that defeat, perhaps death, would instantly follow on the heels of retreat, Alex. and Jule charged the camp, swinging their fire-coated arms and uttering cries which it did not seem possible could issue forth from human lips.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading HALF FULL OF DIAMONDS At that moment, notwithstanding the commotion and the threats of coming trouble, Clay felt like congratulating Alex. and Jule on the manner in which they were carrying out their reckless plans.
without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening
From this reading Knowing that defeat, perhaps death, would instantly follow on the heels of retreat, Alex. and Jule charged the camp, swinging their fire-coated arms and uttering cries which it did not seem possible could issue forth from human lips.
issueverbUS /ˈɪʃuː/
prepare and issue for public distribution or sale
From this reading Knowing that defeat, perhaps death, would instantly follow on the heels of retreat, Alex. and Jule charged the camp, swinging their fire-coated arms and uttering cries which it did not seem possible could issue forth from human lips.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Knowing that defeat, perhaps death, would instantly follow on the heels of retreat, Alex. and Jule charged the camp, swinging their fire-coated arms and uttering cries which it did not seem possible could issue forth from human lips.
Jule
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From this reading HALF FULL OF DIAMONDS At that moment, notwithstanding the commotion and the threats of coming trouble, Clay felt like congratulating Alex. and Jule on the manner in which they were carrying out their reckless plans.
and nothing more
From this reading But three or four black men, less superstitious, or having more at stake, than the others, stood their ground, calling to their companions that it was a white man's trick, and that they should return and ascertain by the use of steel and lead just how human their visitors were.
evidencing the possession of inside information
From this reading Knowing that defeat, perhaps death, would instantly follow on the heels of retreat, Alex. and Jule charged the camp, swinging their fire-coated arms and uttering cries which it did not seem possible could issue forth from human lips.
take somebody somewhere
From this reading But three or four black men, less superstitious, or having more at stake, than the others, stood their ground, calling to their companions that it was a white man's trick, and that they should return and ascertain by the use of steel and lead just how human their visitors were.
used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs
From this reading But three or four black men, less superstitious, or having more at stake, than the others, stood their ground, calling to their companions that it was a white man's trick, and that they should return and ascertain by the use of steel and lead just how human their visitors were.
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading HALF FULL OF DIAMONDS At that moment, notwithstanding the commotion and the threats of coming trouble, Clay felt like congratulating Alex. and Jule on the manner in which they were carrying out their reckless plans.
plural of “lip” — either of two fleshy folds of tissue that surround the mouth and play a role in speaking
From this reading Knowing that defeat, perhaps death, would instantly follow on the heels of retreat, Alex. and Jule charged the camp, swinging their fire-coated arms and uttering cries which it did not seem possible could issue forth from human lips.
man'snounUS /mænz/
possessive form of “man” — an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading But three or four black men, less superstitious, or having more at stake, than the others, stood their ground, calling to their companions that it was a white man's trick, and that they should return and ascertain by the use of steel and lead just how human their visitors were.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading HALF FULL OF DIAMONDS At that moment, notwithstanding the commotion and the threats of coming trouble, Clay felt like congratulating Alex. and Jule on the manner in which they were carrying out their reckless plans.
the force of workers available
From this reading But three or four black men, less superstitious, or having more at stake, than the others, stood their ground, calling to their companions that it was a white man's trick, and that they should return and ascertain by the use of steel and lead just how human their visitors were.
a particular point in time
From this reading HALF FULL OF DIAMONDS At that moment, notwithstanding the commotion and the threats of coming trouble, Clay felt like congratulating Alex. and Jule on the manner in which they were carrying out their reckless plans.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading More blood-curdling shrieks than now proceeded from the throats of the boys he had never heard.
as might be expected
From this reading There naturally followed a swifter flight on the part of the negroes.
negroesnounUS /ˈniːɡroʊz/
plural of “negro” — a person with African ancestry, "Negro" and "Negroid" are archaic and pejorative today
From this reading There naturally followed a swifter flight on the part of the negroes.
not ever; at no time in the past or future
From this reading More blood-curdling shrieks than now proceeded from the throats of the boys he had never heard.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Knowing that defeat, perhaps death, would instantly follow on the heels of retreat, Alex. and Jule charged the camp, swinging their fire-coated arms and uttering cries which it did not seem possible could issue forth from human lips.
despite anything to the contrary (usually preceding a concession)
From this reading HALF FULL OF DIAMONDS At that moment, notwithstanding the commotion and the threats of coming trouble, Clay felt like congratulating Alex. and Jule on the manner in which they were carrying out their reckless plans.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading More blood-curdling shrieks than now proceeded from the throats of the boys he had never heard.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading HALF FULL OF DIAMONDS At that moment, notwithstanding the commotion and the threats of coming trouble, Clay felt like congratulating Alex. and Jule on the manner in which they were carrying out their reckless plans.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading HALF FULL OF DIAMONDS At that moment, notwithstanding the commotion and the threats of coming trouble, Clay felt like congratulating Alex. and Jule on the manner in which they were carrying out their reckless plans.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading But three or four black men, less superstitious, or having more at stake, than the others, stood their ground, calling to their companions that it was a white man's trick, and that they should return and ascertain by the use of steel and lead just how human their visitors were.
others
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From this reading But three or four black men, less superstitious, or having more at stake, than the others, stood their ground, calling to their companions that it was a white man's trick, and that they should return and ascertain by the use of steel and lead just how human their visitors were.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading HALF FULL OF DIAMONDS At that moment, notwithstanding the commotion and the threats of coming trouble, Clay felt like congratulating Alex. and Jule on the manner in which they were carrying out their reckless plans.
something determined in relation to something that includes it
From this reading There naturally followed a swifter flight on the part of the negroes.
by chance
From this reading Knowing that defeat, perhaps death, would instantly follow on the heels of retreat, Alex. and Jule charged the camp, swinging their fire-coated arms and uttering cries which it did not seem possible could issue forth from human lips.
plural of “plan” — a series of steps to be carried out or goals to be accomplished
From this reading HALF FULL OF DIAMONDS At that moment, notwithstanding the commotion and the threats of coming trouble, Clay felt like congratulating Alex. and Jule on the manner in which they were carrying out their reckless plans.
capable of happening or existing
From this reading Knowing that defeat, perhaps death, would instantly follow on the heels of retreat, Alex. and Jule charged the camp, swinging their fire-coated arms and uttering cries which it did not seem possible could issue forth from human lips.
past form of “proceed” — continue talking
From this reading More blood-curdling shrieks than now proceeded from the throats of the boys he had never heard.
recklessadjectiveUS /ˈrekləs/
marked by defiant disregard for danger or consequences
From this reading HALF FULL OF DIAMONDS At that moment, notwithstanding the commotion and the threats of coming trouble, Clay felt like congratulating Alex. and Jule on the manner in which they were carrying out their reckless plans.
(military) withdrawal of troops to a more favorable position to escape the enemy's superior forces or after a defeat
From this reading Knowing that defeat, perhaps death, would instantly follow on the heels of retreat, Alex. and Jule charged the camp, swinging their fire-coated arms and uttering cries which it did not seem possible could issue forth from human lips.
go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before
From this reading But three or four black men, less superstitious, or having more at stake, than the others, stood their ground, calling to their companions that it was a white man's trick, and that they should return and ascertain by the use of steel and lead just how human their visitors were.
give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading Knowing that defeat, perhaps death, would instantly follow on the heels of retreat, Alex. and Jule charged the camp, swinging their fire-coated arms and uttering cries which it did not seem possible could issue forth from human lips.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading But three or four black men, less superstitious, or having more at stake, than the others, stood their ground, calling to their companions that it was a white man's trick, and that they should return and ascertain by the use of steel and lead just how human their visitors were.
shrieksnounUS /ʃriːks/
plural of “shriek” — sharp piercing cry
From this reading More blood-curdling shrieks than now proceeded from the throats of the boys he had never heard.
stakenounUS /steɪk/
(law) a right or legal share of something; a financial involvement with something
From this reading But three or four black men, less superstitious, or having more at stake, than the others, stood their ground, calling to their companions that it was a white man's trick, and that they should return and ascertain by the use of steel and lead just how human their visitors were.
an alloy of iron with small amounts of carbon; widely used in construction; mechanical properties can be varied over a wide range
From this reading But three or four black men, less superstitious, or having more at stake, than the others, stood their ground, calling to their companions that it was a white man's trick, and that they should return and ascertain by the use of steel and lead just how human their visitors were.
Maintained an upright posture.
From this reading But three or four black men, less superstitious, or having more at stake, than the others, stood their ground, calling to their companions that it was a white man's trick, and that they should return and ascertain by the use of steel and lead just how human their visitors were.
superstitiousadjectiveUS /ˌsuːpərˈstɪʃəs/
showing ignorance of the laws of nature and faith in magic or chance
From this reading But three or four black men, less superstitious, or having more at stake, than the others, stood their ground, calling to their companions that it was a white man's trick, and that they should return and ascertain by the use of steel and lead just how human their visitors were.
swifteradjectiveUS /ˈswɪftər/
comparative of “swift” — moving very fast
From this reading There naturally followed a swifter flight on the part of the negroes.
swingingnounUS /ˈswɪŋɪŋ/
changing location by moving back and forth
From this reading Knowing that defeat, perhaps death, would instantly follow on the heels of retreat, Alex. and Jule charged the camp, swinging their fire-coated arms and uttering cries which it did not seem possible could issue forth from human lips.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading More blood-curdling shrieks than now proceeded from the throats of the boys he had never heard.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading HALF FULL OF DIAMONDS At that moment, notwithstanding the commotion and the threats of coming trouble, Clay felt like congratulating Alex. and Jule on the manner in which they were carrying out their reckless plans.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading HALF FULL OF DIAMONDS At that moment, notwithstanding the commotion and the threats of coming trouble, Clay felt like congratulating Alex. and Jule on the manner in which they were carrying out their reckless plans.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading HALF FULL OF DIAMONDS At that moment, notwithstanding the commotion and the threats of coming trouble, Clay felt like congratulating Alex. and Jule on the manner in which they were carrying out their reckless plans.
in or at that place or location
From this reading There naturally followed a swifter flight on the part of the negroes.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading HALF FULL OF DIAMONDS At that moment, notwithstanding the commotion and the threats of coming trouble, Clay felt like congratulating Alex. and Jule on the manner in which they were carrying out their reckless plans.
threatsnounUS /θrets/
plural of “threat” — something that is a source of danger
From this reading HALF FULL OF DIAMONDS At that moment, notwithstanding the commotion and the threats of coming trouble, Clay felt like congratulating Alex. and Jule on the manner in which they were carrying out their reckless plans.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one
From this reading But three or four black men, less superstitious, or having more at stake, than the others, stood their ground, calling to their companions that it was a white man's trick, and that they should return and ascertain by the use of steel and lead just how human their visitors were.
throatsnounUS /θroʊts/
plural of “throat” — the passage to the stomach and lungs; in the front part of the neck below the chin and above the collarbone
From this reading More blood-curdling shrieks than now proceeded from the throats of the boys he had never heard.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading But three or four black men, less superstitious, or having more at stake, than the others, stood their ground, calling to their companions that it was a white man's trick, and that they should return and ascertain by the use of steel and lead just how human their visitors were.
a cunning or deceitful action or device
From this reading But three or four black men, less superstitious, or having more at stake, than the others, stood their ground, calling to their companions that it was a white man's trick, and that they should return and ascertain by the use of steel and lead just how human their visitors were.
a source of difficulty
From this reading HALF FULL OF DIAMONDS At that moment, notwithstanding the commotion and the threats of coming trouble, Clay felt like congratulating Alex. and Jule on the manner in which they were carrying out their reckless plans.
the act of using
From this reading But three or four black men, less superstitious, or having more at stake, than the others, stood their ground, calling to their companions that it was a white man's trick, and that they should return and ascertain by the use of steel and lead just how human their visitors were.
utteringverbUS /ˈʌtərɪŋ/
-ing form of “utter” — articulate; either verbally or with a cry, shout, or noise
From this reading Knowing that defeat, perhaps death, would instantly follow on the heels of retreat, Alex. and Jule charged the camp, swinging their fire-coated arms and uttering cries which it did not seem possible could issue forth from human lips.
plural of “visitor” — someone who visits
From this reading But three or four black men, less superstitious, or having more at stake, than the others, stood their ground, calling to their companions that it was a white man's trick, and that they should return and ascertain by the use of steel and lead just how human their visitors were.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading But three or four black men, less superstitious, or having more at stake, than the others, stood their ground, calling to their companions that it was a white man's trick, and that they should return and ascertain by the use of steel and lead just how human their visitors were.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading HALF FULL OF DIAMONDS At that moment, notwithstanding the commotion and the threats of coming trouble, Clay felt like congratulating Alex. and Jule on the manner in which they were carrying out their reckless plans.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading HALF FULL OF DIAMONDS At that moment, notwithstanding the commotion and the threats of coming trouble, Clay felt like congratulating Alex. and Jule on the manner in which they were carrying out their reckless plans.
a Caucasian
From this reading But three or four black men, less superstitious, or having more at stake, than the others, stood their ground, calling to their companions that it was a white man's trick, and that they should return and ascertain by the use of steel and lead just how human their visitors were.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading Knowing that defeat, perhaps death, would instantly follow on the heels of retreat, Alex. and Jule charged the camp, swinging their fire-coated arms and uttering cries which it did not seem possible could issue forth from human lips.
