10
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From this reading If we could find it so uncomfortable with the thermometer only at 10 degrees above zero, what would it be to endure a temperature of 40, 50 or even 60 degrees below zero?
40
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From this reading If we could find it so uncomfortable with the thermometer only at 10 degrees above zero, what would it be to endure a temperature of 40, 50 or even 60 degrees below zero?
50
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From this reading If we could find it so uncomfortable with the thermometer only at 10 degrees above zero, what would it be to endure a temperature of 40, 50 or even 60 degrees below zero?
60
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From this reading If we could find it so uncomfortable with the thermometer only at 10 degrees above zero, what would it be to endure a temperature of 40, 50 or even 60 degrees below zero?
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Our winter expedition to Willow Clump Island filled us with a wholesome respect for Arctic explorers.
aboveprepositionUS /əˈbʌv/
higher than, or over, something
From this reading If we could find it so uncomfortable with the thermometer only at 10 degrees above zero, what would it be to endure a temperature of 40, 50 or even 60 degrees below zero?
ArcticnounUS /ˈɑːrktɪk/
the regions to the north of the Arctic Circle centered on the North Pole
From this reading Our winter expedition to Willow Clump Island filled us with a wholesome respect for Arctic explorers.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading If we could find it so uncomfortable with the thermometer only at 10 degrees above zero, what would it be to endure a temperature of 40, 50 or even 60 degrees below zero?
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading If we could find it so uncomfortable with the thermometer only at 10 degrees above zero, what would it be to endure a temperature of 40, 50 or even 60 degrees below zero?
belowprepositionUS /bɪˈloʊ/
at or to a lower level than something
From this reading If we could find it so uncomfortable with the thermometer only at 10 degrees above zero, what would it be to endure a temperature of 40, 50 or even 60 degrees below zero?
ClumpnounUS /klʌmp/
a grouping of a number of similar things
From this reading Our winter expedition to Willow Clump Island filled us with a wholesome respect for Arctic explorers.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading If we could find it so uncomfortable with the thermometer only at 10 degrees above zero, what would it be to endure a temperature of 40, 50 or even 60 degrees below zero?
plural of “degree” — a position on a scale of intensity or amount or quality
From this reading If we could find it so uncomfortable with the thermometer only at 10 degrees above zero, what would it be to endure a temperature of 40, 50 or even 60 degrees below zero?
put up with something or somebody unpleasant
From this reading If we could find it so uncomfortable with the thermometer only at 10 degrees above zero, what would it be to endure a temperature of 40, 50 or even 60 degrees below zero?
divisible by two
From this reading If we could find it so uncomfortable with the thermometer only at 10 degrees above zero, what would it be to endure a temperature of 40, 50 or even 60 degrees below zero?
a military campaign designed to achieve a specific objective in a foreign country
From this reading Our winter expedition to Willow Clump Island filled us with a wholesome respect for Arctic explorers.
explorersnounUS /ɪkˈsplɔːrərz/
plural of “explorer” — someone who travels into little known regions (especially for some scientific purpose)
From this reading Our winter expedition to Willow Clump Island filled us with a wholesome respect for Arctic explorers.
(usually followed by “with” or used as a combining form) generously supplied with
From this reading Our winter expedition to Willow Clump Island filled us with a wholesome respect for Arctic explorers.
come upon, as if by accident; meet with
From this reading If we could find it so uncomfortable with the thermometer only at 10 degrees above zero, what would it be to endure a temperature of 40, 50 or even 60 degrees below zero?
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Our winter expedition to Willow Clump Island filled us with a wholesome respect for Arctic explorers.
how
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From this reading We were interested to learn how they managed to stand it.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading If we could find it so uncomfortable with the thermometer only at 10 degrees above zero, what would it be to endure a temperature of 40, 50 or even 60 degrees below zero?
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading This led to a study of the subject in Mr. Van Syckel's library.
having or showing interest; especially curiosity or fascination or concern
From this reading We were interested to learn how they managed to stand it.
a land mass (smaller than a continent) that is surrounded by water
From this reading Our winter expedition to Willow Clump Island filled us with a wholesome respect for Arctic explorers.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading If we could find it so uncomfortable with the thermometer only at 10 degrees above zero, what would it be to endure a temperature of 40, 50 or even 60 degrees below zero?
gain knowledge or skills
From this reading We were interested to learn how they managed to stand it.
diode such that light emitted at a p-n junction is proportional to the bias current; color depends on the material used
From this reading This led to a study of the subject in Mr. Van Syckel's library.
a room where books are kept
From this reading This led to a study of the subject in Mr. Van Syckel's library.
past form of “manage” — be successful; achieve a goal
From this reading We were interested to learn how they managed to stand it.
a form of address for a man
From this reading This led to a study of the subject in Mr. Van Syckel's library.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading If we could find it so uncomfortable with the thermometer only at 10 degrees above zero, what would it be to endure a temperature of 40, 50 or even 60 degrees below zero?
and nothing more
From this reading If we could find it so uncomfortable with the thermometer only at 10 degrees above zero, what would it be to endure a temperature of 40, 50 or even 60 degrees below zero?
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading If we could find it so uncomfortable with the thermometer only at 10 degrees above zero, what would it be to endure a temperature of 40, 50 or even 60 degrees below zero?
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading Our winter expedition to Willow Clump Island filled us with a wholesome respect for Arctic explorers.
OUTFITSnounUS /ˈaʊtfɪts/
plural of “outfit” — any cohesive unit such as a military company
From this reading TRAMPING OUTFITS.
(usually preceded by “in”) a detail or point
From this reading Our winter expedition to Willow Clump Island filled us with a wholesome respect for Arctic explorers.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading If we could find it so uncomfortable with the thermometer only at 10 degrees above zero, what would it be to endure a temperature of 40, 50 or even 60 degrees below zero?
be standing; be upright
From this reading We were interested to learn how they managed to stand it.
a detailed critical inspection
From this reading This led to a study of the subject in Mr. Van Syckel's library.
the subject matter of a conversation or discussion
From this reading This led to a study of the subject in Mr. Van Syckel's library.
Syckel's
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From this reading This led to a study of the subject in Mr. Van Syckel's library.
temperaturenounUS /ˈtemprətʃər/
the degree of hotness or coldness of a body or environment (corresponding to its molecular activity)
From this reading If we could find it so uncomfortable with the thermometer only at 10 degrees above zero, what would it be to endure a temperature of 40, 50 or even 60 degrees below zero?
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading If we could find it so uncomfortable with the thermometer only at 10 degrees above zero, what would it be to endure a temperature of 40, 50 or even 60 degrees below zero?
thermometernounUS /θərˈmɑːmətər/
measuring instrument for measuring temperature
From this reading If we could find it so uncomfortable with the thermometer only at 10 degrees above zero, what would it be to endure a temperature of 40, 50 or even 60 degrees below zero?
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading We were interested to learn how they managed to stand it.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading This led to a study of the subject in Mr. Van Syckel's library.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Our winter expedition to Willow Clump Island filled us with a wholesome respect for Arctic explorers.
TRAMPINGverbUS /ˈtræmpɪŋ/
-ing form of “tramp” — travel on foot, especially on a walking expedition
From this reading TRAMPING OUTFITS.
uncomfortableadjectiveUS /ənˈkʌmfərtəbəl/
conducive to or feeling mental discomfort
From this reading If we could find it so uncomfortable with the thermometer only at 10 degrees above zero, what would it be to endure a temperature of 40, 50 or even 60 degrees below zero?
the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Our winter expedition to Willow Clump Island filled us with a wholesome respect for Arctic explorers.
any creative group active in the innovation and application of new concepts and techniques in a given field (especially in the arts)
From this reading This led to a study of the subject in Mr. Van Syckel's library.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading If we could find it so uncomfortable with the thermometer only at 10 degrees above zero, what would it be to endure a temperature of 40, 50 or even 60 degrees below zero?
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading We were interested to learn how they managed to stand it.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading If we could find it so uncomfortable with the thermometer only at 10 degrees above zero, what would it be to endure a temperature of 40, 50 or even 60 degrees below zero?
wholesomeadjectiveUS /ˈhoʊlsəm/
conducive to or characteristic of physical or moral well-being
From this reading Our winter expedition to Willow Clump Island filled us with a wholesome respect for Arctic explorers.
WillownounUS /ˈwɪloʊ/
any of numerous deciduous trees and shrubs of the genus Salix
From this reading Our winter expedition to Willow Clump Island filled us with a wholesome respect for Arctic explorers.
the coldest season of the year; in the northern hemisphere it extends from the winter solstice to the vernal equinox
From this reading Our winter expedition to Willow Clump Island filled us with a wholesome respect for Arctic explorers.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Our winter expedition to Willow Clump Island filled us with a wholesome respect for Arctic explorers.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading If we could find it so uncomfortable with the thermometer only at 10 degrees above zero, what would it be to endure a temperature of 40, 50 or even 60 degrees below zero?
zeroadjectiveUS /ˈzɪroʊ/
indicating the absence of any or all units under consideration
From this reading If we could find it so uncomfortable with the thermometer only at 10 degrees above zero, what would it be to endure a temperature of 40, 50 or even 60 degrees below zero?
