used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading A WELCOME CHANGE.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading While they were on the mountain where no shade could be found the boys thought that it would be a wonderful relief to gain the shelter of the forest; but after traveling an hour they realized that the heat was nearly as great in one place as another.
AmongprepositionUS /əˈmʌŋ/
surrounded by; in the middle of a group
From this reading Among the trees the rays of the sun did not beat directly down upon them; but to balance this every breath of wind was shut out, and the atmosphere seemed stifling.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading While they were on the mountain where no shade could be found the boys thought that it would be a wonderful relief to gain the shelter of the forest; but after traveling an hour they realized that the heat was nearly as great in one place as another.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Among the trees the rays of the sun did not beat directly down upon them; but to balance this every breath of wind was shut out, and the atmosphere seemed stifling.
one more of the same kind, or a different one
From this reading While they were on the mountain where no shade could be found the boys thought that it would be a wonderful relief to gain the shelter of the forest; but after traveling an hour they realized that the heat was nearly as great in one place as another.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading While they were on the mountain where no shade could be found the boys thought that it would be a wonderful relief to gain the shelter of the forest; but after traveling an hour they realized that the heat was nearly as great in one place as another.
a particular environment or surrounding influence
From this reading Among the trees the rays of the sun did not beat directly down upon them; but to balance this every breath of wind was shut out, and the atmosphere seemed stifling.
balanceverbUS /ˈbæləns/
bring into balance or equilibrium
From this reading Among the trees the rays of the sun did not beat directly down upon them; but to balance this every breath of wind was shut out, and the atmosphere seemed stifling.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading While they were on the mountain where no shade could be found the boys thought that it would be a wonderful relief to gain the shelter of the forest; but after traveling an hour they realized that the heat was nearly as great in one place as another.
come out better in a competition, race, or conflict
From this reading Among the trees the rays of the sun did not beat directly down upon them; but to balance this every breath of wind was shut out, and the atmosphere seemed stifling.
(comparative of “good”) superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability; more highly skilled than another
From this reading "I reckon you've got a better opinion of mountain travel by this time," Cummings said laughingly, as Neal involuntarily halted.
plural of “boy” — a youthful male person
From this reading While they were on the mountain where no shade could be found the boys thought that it would be a wonderful relief to gain the shelter of the forest; but after traveling an hour they realized that the heat was nearly as great in one place as another.
the process of taking in and expelling air during breathing
From this reading Among the trees the rays of the sun did not beat directly down upon them; but to balance this every breath of wind was shut out, and the atmosphere seemed stifling.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading While they were on the mountain where no shade could be found the boys thought that it would be a wonderful relief to gain the shelter of the forest; but after traveling an hour they realized that the heat was nearly as great in one place as another.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading "I reckon you've got a better opinion of mountain travel by this time," Cummings said laughingly, as Neal involuntarily halted.
cause to change; make different; cause a transformation
From this reading A WELCOME CHANGE.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading While they were on the mountain where no shade could be found the boys thought that it would be a wonderful relief to gain the shelter of the forest; but after traveling an hour they realized that the heat was nearly as great in one place as another.
CummingsnounUS /ˈkʌmɪŋz/
United States writer noted for his typographically eccentric poetry (1894-1962)
From this reading "I reckon you've got a better opinion of mountain travel by this time," Cummings said laughingly, as Neal involuntarily halted.
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading Among the trees the rays of the sun did not beat directly down upon them; but to balance this every breath of wind was shut out, and the atmosphere seemed stifling.
without deviation
From this reading Among the trees the rays of the sun did not beat directly down upon them; but to balance this every breath of wind was shut out, and the atmosphere seemed stifling.
being or moving lower in position or less in some value
From this reading Among the trees the rays of the sun did not beat directly down upon them; but to balance this every breath of wind was shut out, and the atmosphere seemed stifling.
everydeterminerUS /ˈevəri/
all the members of a group, with none left out
From this reading Among the trees the rays of the sun did not beat directly down upon them; but to balance this every breath of wind was shut out, and the atmosphere seemed stifling.
plural of “face” — the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear
From this reading The perspiration rolled from their faces in streams, and so great was the humidity that it seemed as if it would be a positive relief to be in the sunlight.
the trees and other plants in a large densely wooded area
From this reading While they were on the mountain where no shade could be found the boys thought that it would be a wonderful relief to gain the shelter of the forest; but after traveling an hour they realized that the heat was nearly as great in one place as another.
set up or found
From this reading While they were on the mountain where no shade could be found the boys thought that it would be a wonderful relief to gain the shelter of the forest; but after traveling an hour they realized that the heat was nearly as great in one place as another.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading The perspiration rolled from their faces in streams, and so great was the humidity that it seemed as if it would be a positive relief to be in the sunlight.
obtain
From this reading While they were on the mountain where no shade could be found the boys thought that it would be a wonderful relief to gain the shelter of the forest; but after traveling an hour they realized that the heat was nearly as great in one place as another.
inflected form of “get” — come into the possession of something concrete or abstract
From this reading "I reckon you've got a better opinion of mountain travel by this time," Cummings said laughingly, as Neal involuntarily halted.
relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind
From this reading While they were on the mountain where no shade could be found the boys thought that it would be a wonderful relief to gain the shelter of the forest; but after traveling an hour they realized that the heat was nearly as great in one place as another.
haltedverbUS /ˈhɔːltəd/
past form of “halt” — cause to stop
From this reading "I reckon you've got a better opinion of mountain travel by this time," Cummings said laughingly, as Neal involuntarily halted.
a form of energy that is transferred by a difference in temperature
From this reading While they were on the mountain where no shade could be found the boys thought that it would be a wonderful relief to gain the shelter of the forest; but after traveling an hour they realized that the heat was nearly as great in one place as another.
a period of time equal to 1/24th of a day
From this reading While they were on the mountain where no shade could be found the boys thought that it would be a wonderful relief to gain the shelter of the forest; but after traveling an hour they realized that the heat was nearly as great in one place as another.
humiditynounUS /hjuːˈmɪdəti/
wetness in the atmosphere
From this reading The perspiration rolled from their faces in streams, and so great was the humidity that it seemed as if it would be a positive relief to be in the sunlight.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading "I reckon you've got a better opinion of mountain travel by this time," Cummings said laughingly, as Neal involuntarily halted.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading The perspiration rolled from their faces in streams, and so great was the humidity that it seemed as if it would be a positive relief to be in the sunlight.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading While they were on the mountain where no shade could be found the boys thought that it would be a wonderful relief to gain the shelter of the forest; but after traveling an hour they realized that the heat was nearly as great in one place as another.
involuntarilyadverbUS /ˌɪnvoʊˈlʌntərɪli/
against your will
From this reading "I reckon you've got a better opinion of mountain travel by this time," Cummings said laughingly, as Neal involuntarily halted.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading While they were on the mountain where no shade could be found the boys thought that it would be a wonderful relief to gain the shelter of the forest; but after traveling an hour they realized that the heat was nearly as great in one place as another.
laughinglyadverbUS /ˈlæfɪŋli/
with laughter; while laughing
From this reading "I reckon you've got a better opinion of mountain travel by this time," Cummings said laughingly, as Neal involuntarily halted.
a land mass that projects well above its surroundings; higher than a hill
From this reading While they were on the mountain where no shade could be found the boys thought that it would be a wonderful relief to gain the shelter of the forest; but after traveling an hour they realized that the heat was nearly as great in one place as another.
Neal
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From this reading "I reckon you've got a better opinion of mountain travel by this time," Cummings said laughingly, as Neal involuntarily halted.
(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but
From this reading While they were on the mountain where no shade could be found the boys thought that it would be a wonderful relief to gain the shelter of the forest; but after traveling an hour they realized that the heat was nearly as great in one place as another.
not any; not one
From this reading While they were on the mountain where no shade could be found the boys thought that it would be a wonderful relief to gain the shelter of the forest; but after traveling an hour they realized that the heat was nearly as great in one place as another.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Among the trees the rays of the sun did not beat directly down upon them; but to balance this every breath of wind was shut out, and the atmosphere seemed stifling.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading While they were on the mountain where no shade could be found the boys thought that it would be a wonderful relief to gain the shelter of the forest; but after traveling an hour they realized that the heat was nearly as great in one place as another.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading While they were on the mountain where no shade could be found the boys thought that it would be a wonderful relief to gain the shelter of the forest; but after traveling an hour they realized that the heat was nearly as great in one place as another.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading While they were on the mountain where no shade could be found the boys thought that it would be a wonderful relief to gain the shelter of the forest; but after traveling an hour they realized that the heat was nearly as great in one place as another.
a personal belief or judgment that is not founded on proof or certainty
From this reading "I reckon you've got a better opinion of mountain travel by this time," Cummings said laughingly, as Neal involuntarily halted.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading Among the trees the rays of the sun did not beat directly down upon them; but to balance this every breath of wind was shut out, and the atmosphere seemed stifling.
perspirationnounUS /ˌpɜːrspərˈeɪʃən/
salty fluid secreted by sweat glands
From this reading The perspiration rolled from their faces in streams, and so great was the humidity that it seemed as if it would be a positive relief to be in the sunlight.
a point located with respect to surface features of some region
From this reading While they were on the mountain where no shade could be found the boys thought that it would be a wonderful relief to gain the shelter of the forest; but after traveling an hour they realized that the heat was nearly as great in one place as another.
positiveadjectiveUS /ˈpɑːzətɪv/
characterized by or displaying affirmation or acceptance or certainty etc.
From this reading The perspiration rolled from their faces in streams, and so great was the humidity that it seemed as if it would be a positive relief to be in the sunlight.
raysnounUS /reɪz/
plural of “ray” — a column of light (as from a beacon)
From this reading Among the trees the rays of the sun did not beat directly down upon them; but to balance this every breath of wind was shut out, and the atmosphere seemed stifling.
successfully completed or brought to an end
From this reading While they were on the mountain where no shade could be found the boys thought that it would be a wonderful relief to gain the shelter of the forest; but after traveling an hour they realized that the heat was nearly as great in one place as another.
expect, believe, or suppose
From this reading "I reckon you've got a better opinion of mountain travel by this time," Cummings said laughingly, as Neal involuntarily halted.
the feeling that comes when something burdensome is removed or reduced
From this reading While they were on the mountain where no shade could be found the boys thought that it would be a wonderful relief to gain the shelter of the forest; but after traveling an hour they realized that the heat was nearly as great in one place as another.
especially of petals or leaves in bud; having margins rolled inward
From this reading The perspiration rolled from their faces in streams, and so great was the humidity that it seemed as if it would be a positive relief to be in the sunlight.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading "I reckon you've got a better opinion of mountain travel by this time," Cummings said laughingly, as Neal involuntarily halted.
past form of “seem” — give a certain impression or have a certain outward aspect
From this reading Among the trees the rays of the sun did not beat directly down upon them; but to balance this every breath of wind was shut out, and the atmosphere seemed stifling.
relative darkness caused by light rays being intercepted by an opaque body
From this reading While they were on the mountain where no shade could be found the boys thought that it would be a wonderful relief to gain the shelter of the forest; but after traveling an hour they realized that the heat was nearly as great in one place as another.
a structure that provides privacy and protection from danger
From this reading While they were on the mountain where no shade could be found the boys thought that it would be a wonderful relief to gain the shelter of the forest; but after traveling an hour they realized that the heat was nearly as great in one place as another.
move so that an opening or passage is obstructed; make shut
From this reading Among the trees the rays of the sun did not beat directly down upon them; but to balance this every breath of wind was shut out, and the atmosphere seemed stifling.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading The perspiration rolled from their faces in streams, and so great was the humidity that it seemed as if it would be a positive relief to be in the sunlight.
stiflingnounUS /ˈstaɪflɪŋ/
forceful prevention; putting down by power or authority
From this reading Among the trees the rays of the sun did not beat directly down upon them; but to balance this every breath of wind was shut out, and the atmosphere seemed stifling.
streamsnounUS /striːmz/
plural of “stream” — a natural body of running water flowing on or under the earth
From this reading The perspiration rolled from their faces in streams, and so great was the humidity that it seemed as if it would be a positive relief to be in the sunlight.
the star that is the source of light and heat for the planets in the solar system
From this reading Among the trees the rays of the sun did not beat directly down upon them; but to balance this every breath of wind was shut out, and the atmosphere seemed stifling.
the rays of the sun
From this reading The perspiration rolled from their faces in streams, and so great was the humidity that it seemed as if it would be a positive relief to be in the sunlight.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading While they were on the mountain where no shade could be found the boys thought that it would be a wonderful relief to gain the shelter of the forest; but after traveling an hour they realized that the heat was nearly as great in one place as another.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading While they were on the mountain where no shade could be found the boys thought that it would be a wonderful relief to gain the shelter of the forest; but after traveling an hour they realized that the heat was nearly as great in one place as another.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading The perspiration rolled from their faces in streams, and so great was the humidity that it seemed as if it would be a positive relief to be in the sunlight.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading Among the trees the rays of the sun did not beat directly down upon them; but to balance this every breath of wind was shut out, and the atmosphere seemed stifling.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading While they were on the mountain where no shade could be found the boys thought that it would be a wonderful relief to gain the shelter of the forest; but after traveling an hour they realized that the heat was nearly as great in one place as another.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading Among the trees the rays of the sun did not beat directly down upon them; but to balance this every breath of wind was shut out, and the atmosphere seemed stifling.
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading While they were on the mountain where no shade could be found the boys thought that it would be a wonderful relief to gain the shelter of the forest; but after traveling an hour they realized that the heat was nearly as great in one place as another.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading "I reckon you've got a better opinion of mountain travel by this time," Cummings said laughingly, as Neal involuntarily halted.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading While they were on the mountain where no shade could be found the boys thought that it would be a wonderful relief to gain the shelter of the forest; but after traveling an hour they realized that the heat was nearly as great in one place as another.
change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading "I reckon you've got a better opinion of mountain travel by this time," Cummings said laughingly, as Neal involuntarily halted.
travelingnounUS /ˈtrævəlɪŋ/
the act of going from one place to another
From this reading While they were on the mountain where no shade could be found the boys thought that it would be a wonderful relief to gain the shelter of the forest; but after traveling an hour they realized that the heat was nearly as great in one place as another.
plural of “tree” — a tall perennial woody plant having a main trunk and branches forming a distinct elevated crown; includes both gymnosperms and angiosperms
From this reading Among the trees the rays of the sun did not beat directly down upon them; but to balance this every breath of wind was shut out, and the atmosphere seemed stifling.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading Among the trees the rays of the sun did not beat directly down upon them; but to balance this every breath of wind was shut out, and the atmosphere seemed stifling.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading While they were on the mountain where no shade could be found the boys thought that it would be a wonderful relief to gain the shelter of the forest; but after traveling an hour they realized that the heat was nearly as great in one place as another.
accept gladly
From this reading A WELCOME CHANGE.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading While they were on the mountain where no shade could be found the boys thought that it would be a wonderful relief to gain the shelter of the forest; but after traveling an hour they realized that the heat was nearly as great in one place as another.
in or at the place that
From this reading While they were on the mountain where no shade could be found the boys thought that it would be a wonderful relief to gain the shelter of the forest; but after traveling an hour they realized that the heat was nearly as great in one place as another.
WhileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading While they were on the mountain where no shade could be found the boys thought that it would be a wonderful relief to gain the shelter of the forest; but after traveling an hour they realized that the heat was nearly as great in one place as another.
air moving (sometimes with considerable force) from an area of high pressure to an area of low pressure
From this reading Among the trees the rays of the sun did not beat directly down upon them; but to balance this every breath of wind was shut out, and the atmosphere seemed stifling.
extraordinarily good or great; used especially as intensifiers
From this reading While they were on the mountain where no shade could be found the boys thought that it would be a wonderful relief to gain the shelter of the forest; but after traveling an hour they realized that the heat was nearly as great in one place as another.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading While they were on the mountain where no shade could be found the boys thought that it would be a wonderful relief to gain the shelter of the forest; but after traveling an hour they realized that the heat was nearly as great in one place as another.
you've
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From this reading "I reckon you've got a better opinion of mountain travel by this time," Cummings said laughingly, as Neal involuntarily halted.
