used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Nelse did as he was bidden; but while standing at the edge of the excavation holding the torch in one hand and his revolver in the other, he could not fail to realize how quickly the tables might be turned if the blacks should make a combined dash.
accuracynounUS /ˈækjərəsi/
the quality of being near to the true value
From this reading That which held them in subjection was the fact that the walls of the underground chamber were so high they could not gain the floor of the tunnel without climbing on each other’s shoulders, and while this was being done the sentinel would have ample opportunity to shoot with reasonable accuracy of aim.
aimverbUS /eɪm/
point or cause to go (blows, weapons, or objects such as photographic equipment) towards
From this reading That which held them in subjection was the fact that the walls of the underground chamber were so high they could not gain the floor of the tunnel without climbing on each other’s shoulders, and while this was being done the sentinel would have ample opportunity to shoot with reasonable accuracy of aim.
allegedadjectiveUS /əˈledʒd/
declared but not proved
From this reading During fully half an hour matters remained in this condition, not a sound save the usual night noises of the forest breaking the silence, and then the old darky, his alleged spell having been wrought, came toward Gil as he said:
ampleadjectiveUS /ˈæmpəl/
more than enough in size or scope or capacity
From this reading That which held them in subjection was the fact that the walls of the underground chamber were so high they could not gain the floor of the tunnel without climbing on each other’s shoulders, and while this was being done the sentinel would have ample opportunity to shoot with reasonable accuracy of aim.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading Meanwhile Gil was straining his ears for the repetition of that fearful noise which had literally caused the blood to chill in his veins, and Andy remained crouching within the shadow of the tunnel busily engaged in executing a series of wonderful contortions evidently intended as an incantation to weaken the power of the voudoo worshipers.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Nelse did as he was bidden; but while standing at the edge of the excavation holding the torch in one hand and his revolver in the other, he could not fail to realize how quickly the tables might be turned if the blacks should make a combined dash.
Andy
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From this reading Meanwhile Gil was straining his ears for the repetition of that fearful noise which had literally caused the blood to chill in his veins, and Andy remained crouching within the shadow of the tunnel busily engaged in executing a series of wonderful contortions evidently intended as an incantation to weaken the power of the voudoo worshipers.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Nelse did as he was bidden; but while standing at the edge of the excavation holding the torch in one hand and his revolver in the other, he could not fail to realize how quickly the tables might be turned if the blacks should make a combined dash.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Nelse did as he was bidden; but while standing at the edge of the excavation holding the torch in one hand and his revolver in the other, he could not fail to realize how quickly the tables might be turned if the blacks should make a combined dash.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Nelse did as he was bidden; but while standing at the edge of the excavation holding the torch in one hand and his revolver in the other, he could not fail to realize how quickly the tables might be turned if the blacks should make a combined dash.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading During fully half an hour matters remained in this condition, not a sound save the usual night noises of the forest breaking the silence, and then the old darky, his alleged spell having been wrought, came toward Gil as he said:
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading That which held them in subjection was the fact that the walls of the underground chamber were so high they could not gain the floor of the tunnel without climbing on each other’s shoulders, and while this was being done the sentinel would have ample opportunity to shoot with reasonable accuracy of aim.
biddenverbUS /ˈbɪdɪn/
inflected form of “bid” — propose a payment
From this reading Nelse did as he was bidden; but while standing at the edge of the excavation holding the torch in one hand and his revolver in the other, he could not fail to realize how quickly the tables might be turned if the blacks should make a combined dash.
blacksnounUS /blæks/
plural of “black” — the quality or state of the achromatic color of least lightness (bearing the least resemblance to white)
From this reading Nelse did as he was bidden; but while standing at the edge of the excavation holding the torch in one hand and his revolver in the other, he could not fail to realize how quickly the tables might be turned if the blacks should make a combined dash.
The red fluid that circulates in the heart and blood vessels.
From this reading Meanwhile Gil was straining his ears for the repetition of that fearful noise which had literally caused the blood to chill in his veins, and Andy remained crouching within the shadow of the tunnel busily engaged in executing a series of wonderful contortions evidently intended as an incantation to weaken the power of the voudoo worshipers.
the act of breaking something
From this reading During fully half an hour matters remained in this condition, not a sound save the usual night noises of the forest breaking the silence, and then the old darky, his alleged spell having been wrought, came toward Gil as he said:
busilyadverbUS /ˈbɪzəli/
in a busy manner
From this reading Meanwhile Gil was straining his ears for the repetition of that fearful noise which had literally caused the blood to chill in his veins, and Andy remained crouching within the shadow of the tunnel busily engaged in executing a series of wonderful contortions evidently intended as an incantation to weaken the power of the voudoo worshipers.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Nelse did as he was bidden; but while standing at the edge of the excavation holding the torch in one hand and his revolver in the other, he could not fail to realize how quickly the tables might be turned if the blacks should make a combined dash.
inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading During fully half an hour matters remained in this condition, not a sound save the usual night noises of the forest breaking the silence, and then the old darky, his alleged spell having been wrought, came toward Gil as he said:
past form of “cause” — give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally
From this reading Meanwhile Gil was straining his ears for the repetition of that fearful noise which had literally caused the blood to chill in his veins, and Andy remained crouching within the shadow of the tunnel busily engaged in executing a series of wonderful contortions evidently intended as an incantation to weaken the power of the voudoo worshipers.
a natural or artificial enclosed space
From this reading That which held them in subjection was the fact that the walls of the underground chamber were so high they could not gain the floor of the tunnel without climbing on each other’s shoulders, and while this was being done the sentinel would have ample opportunity to shoot with reasonable accuracy of aim.
chillnounUS /tʃɪl/
coldness due to a cold environment
From this reading Meanwhile Gil was straining his ears for the repetition of that fearful noise which had literally caused the blood to chill in his veins, and Andy remained crouching within the shadow of the tunnel busily engaged in executing a series of wonderful contortions evidently intended as an incantation to weaken the power of the voudoo worshipers.
climbingnounUS /ˈklaɪmɪŋ/
an event that involves rising to a higher point (as in altitude or temperature or intensity etc.)
From this reading That which held them in subjection was the fact that the walls of the underground chamber were so high they could not gain the floor of the tunnel without climbing on each other’s shoulders, and while this was being done the sentinel would have ample opportunity to shoot with reasonable accuracy of aim.
combinedadjectiveUS /kəmˈbaɪnd/
made or joined or united into one
From this reading Nelse did as he was bidden; but while standing at the edge of the excavation holding the torch in one hand and his revolver in the other, he could not fail to realize how quickly the tables might be turned if the blacks should make a combined dash.
a state at a particular time
From this reading During fully half an hour matters remained in this condition, not a sound save the usual night noises of the forest breaking the silence, and then the old darky, his alleged spell having been wrought, came toward Gil as he said:
contortionsnounUS /kənˈtɔːrʃənz/
plural of “contortion” — the act of twisting or deforming the shape of something (e.g., yourself)
From this reading Meanwhile Gil was straining his ears for the repetition of that fearful noise which had literally caused the blood to chill in his veins, and Andy remained crouching within the shadow of the tunnel busily engaged in executing a series of wonderful contortions evidently intended as an incantation to weaken the power of the voudoo worshipers.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading Nelse did as he was bidden; but while standing at the edge of the excavation holding the torch in one hand and his revolver in the other, he could not fail to realize how quickly the tables might be turned if the blacks should make a combined dash.
crouchingverbUS /ˈkraʊtʃɪŋ/
-ing form of “crouch” — bend one's back forward from the waist on down
From this reading Meanwhile Gil was straining his ears for the repetition of that fearful noise which had literally caused the blood to chill in his veins, and Andy remained crouching within the shadow of the tunnel busily engaged in executing a series of wonderful contortions evidently intended as an incantation to weaken the power of the voudoo worshipers.
darky
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From this reading During fully half an hour matters remained in this condition, not a sound save the usual night noises of the forest breaking the silence, and then the old darky, his alleged spell having been wrought, came toward Gil as he said:
dashverbUS /dæʃ/
run or move very quickly or hastily
From this reading Nelse did as he was bidden; but while standing at the edge of the excavation holding the torch in one hand and his revolver in the other, he could not fail to realize how quickly the tables might be turned if the blacks should make a combined dash.
a Mid-Atlantic state; one of the original 13 colonies
From this reading “I’se gwine ter take my trick at standin’ watch, an’ you’se kin fin’ de odders.”
didauxiliary verbUS /dɪd/
the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives
From this reading Nelse did as he was bidden; but while standing at the edge of the excavation holding the torch in one hand and his revolver in the other, he could not fail to realize how quickly the tables might be turned if the blacks should make a combined dash.
having finished or arrived at completion
From this reading That which held them in subjection was the fact that the walls of the underground chamber were so high they could not gain the floor of the tunnel without climbing on each other’s shoulders, and while this was being done the sentinel would have ample opportunity to shoot with reasonable accuracy of aim.
all through a period, or at some point within it
From this reading During fully half an hour matters remained in this condition, not a sound save the usual night noises of the forest breaking the silence, and then the old darky, his alleged spell having been wrought, came toward Gil as he said:
every one of two or more people or things, taken separately
From this reading That which held them in subjection was the fact that the walls of the underground chamber were so high they could not gain the floor of the tunnel without climbing on each other’s shoulders, and while this was being done the sentinel would have ample opportunity to shoot with reasonable accuracy of aim.
plural of “ear” — the sense organ for hearing and equilibrium
From this reading Meanwhile Gil was straining his ears for the repetition of that fearful noise which had literally caused the blood to chill in his veins, and Andy remained crouching within the shadow of the tunnel busily engaged in executing a series of wonderful contortions evidently intended as an incantation to weaken the power of the voudoo worshipers.
the boundary of a surface
From this reading Nelse did as he was bidden; but while standing at the edge of the excavation holding the torch in one hand and his revolver in the other, he could not fail to realize how quickly the tables might be turned if the blacks should make a combined dash.
having ones attention or mind or energy engaged
From this reading Meanwhile Gil was straining his ears for the repetition of that fearful noise which had literally caused the blood to chill in his veins, and Andy remained crouching within the shadow of the tunnel busily engaged in executing a series of wonderful contortions evidently intended as an incantation to weaken the power of the voudoo worshipers.
unmistakably (“plain” is often used informally for “plainly”)
From this reading Meanwhile Gil was straining his ears for the repetition of that fearful noise which had literally caused the blood to chill in his veins, and Andy remained crouching within the shadow of the tunnel busily engaged in executing a series of wonderful contortions evidently intended as an incantation to weaken the power of the voudoo worshipers.
excavationnounUS /ˌekskəˈveɪʃən/
the act of digging
From this reading Nelse did as he was bidden; but while standing at the edge of the excavation holding the torch in one hand and his revolver in the other, he could not fail to realize how quickly the tables might be turned if the blacks should make a combined dash.
executingnounUS /ˈeksəkjuːtɪŋ/
putting a condemned person to death
From this reading Meanwhile Gil was straining his ears for the repetition of that fearful noise which had literally caused the blood to chill in his veins, and Andy remained crouching within the shadow of the tunnel busily engaged in executing a series of wonderful contortions evidently intended as an incantation to weaken the power of the voudoo worshipers.
a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred
From this reading That which held them in subjection was the fact that the walls of the underground chamber were so high they could not gain the floor of the tunnel without climbing on each other’s shoulders, and while this was being done the sentinel would have ample opportunity to shoot with reasonable accuracy of aim.
fail to do something; leave something undone
From this reading Nelse did as he was bidden; but while standing at the edge of the excavation holding the torch in one hand and his revolver in the other, he could not fail to realize how quickly the tables might be turned if the blacks should make a combined dash.
experiencing or showing fear
From this reading Meanwhile Gil was straining his ears for the repetition of that fearful noise which had literally caused the blood to chill in his veins, and Andy remained crouching within the shadow of the tunnel busily engaged in executing a series of wonderful contortions evidently intended as an incantation to weaken the power of the voudoo worshipers.
finnounUS /fɪn/
the cardinal number that is the sum of four and one
From this reading “I’se gwine ter take my trick at standin’ watch, an’ you’se kin fin’ de odders.”
the inside lower horizontal surface (as of a room, hallway, tent, or other structure)
From this reading That which held them in subjection was the fact that the walls of the underground chamber were so high they could not gain the floor of the tunnel without climbing on each other’s shoulders, and while this was being done the sentinel would have ample opportunity to shoot with reasonable accuracy of aim.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Meanwhile Gil was straining his ears for the repetition of that fearful noise which had literally caused the blood to chill in his veins, and Andy remained crouching within the shadow of the tunnel busily engaged in executing a series of wonderful contortions evidently intended as an incantation to weaken the power of the voudoo worshipers.
the trees and other plants in a large densely wooded area
From this reading During fully half an hour matters remained in this condition, not a sound save the usual night noises of the forest breaking the silence, and then the old darky, his alleged spell having been wrought, came toward Gil as he said:
to the greatest degree or extent; completely or entirely; (“full” in this sense is used as a combining form)
From this reading During fully half an hour matters remained in this condition, not a sound save the usual night noises of the forest breaking the silence, and then the old darky, his alleged spell having been wrought, came toward Gil as he said:
obtain
From this reading That which held them in subjection was the fact that the walls of the underground chamber were so high they could not gain the floor of the tunnel without climbing on each other’s shoulders, and while this was being done the sentinel would have ample opportunity to shoot with reasonable accuracy of aim.
Gil
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From this reading Meanwhile Gil was straining his ears for the repetition of that fearful noise which had literally caused the blood to chill in his veins, and Andy remained crouching within the shadow of the tunnel busily engaged in executing a series of wonderful contortions evidently intended as an incantation to weaken the power of the voudoo worshipers.
gwine
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From this reading “I’se gwine ter take my trick at standin’ watch, an’ you’se kin fin’ de odders.”
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Meanwhile Gil was straining his ears for the repetition of that fearful noise which had literally caused the blood to chill in his veins, and Andy remained crouching within the shadow of the tunnel busily engaged in executing a series of wonderful contortions evidently intended as an incantation to weaken the power of the voudoo worshipers.
consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity
From this reading During fully half an hour matters remained in this condition, not a sound save the usual night noises of the forest breaking the silence, and then the old darky, his alleged spell having been wrought, came toward Gil as he said:
the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb
From this reading Nelse did as he was bidden; but while standing at the edge of the excavation holding the torch in one hand and his revolver in the other, he could not fail to realize how quickly the tables might be turned if the blacks should make a combined dash.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading That which held them in subjection was the fact that the walls of the underground chamber were so high they could not gain the floor of the tunnel without climbing on each other’s shoulders, and while this was being done the sentinel would have ample opportunity to shoot with reasonable accuracy of aim.
havingauxiliary verbUS /ˈhævɪŋ/
the -ing form of “have”
From this reading During fully half an hour matters remained in this condition, not a sound save the usual night noises of the forest breaking the silence, and then the old darky, his alleged spell having been wrought, came toward Gil as he said:
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Nelse did as he was bidden; but while standing at the edge of the excavation holding the torch in one hand and his revolver in the other, he could not fail to realize how quickly the tables might be turned if the blacks should make a combined dash.
occupied or in the control of; often used in combination
From this reading That which held them in subjection was the fact that the walls of the underground chamber were so high they could not gain the floor of the tunnel without climbing on each other’s shoulders, and while this was being done the sentinel would have ample opportunity to shoot with reasonable accuracy of aim.
greater than normal in degree or intensity or amount
From this reading That which held them in subjection was the fact that the walls of the underground chamber were so high they could not gain the floor of the tunnel without climbing on each other’s shoulders, and while this was being done the sentinel would have ample opportunity to shoot with reasonable accuracy of aim.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Nelse did as he was bidden; but while standing at the edge of the excavation holding the torch in one hand and his revolver in the other, he could not fail to realize how quickly the tables might be turned if the blacks should make a combined dash.
the act of retaining something
From this reading Nelse did as he was bidden; but while standing at the edge of the excavation holding the torch in one hand and his revolver in the other, he could not fail to realize how quickly the tables might be turned if the blacks should make a combined dash.
a period of time equal to 1/24th of a day
From this reading During fully half an hour matters remained in this condition, not a sound save the usual night noises of the forest breaking the silence, and then the old darky, his alleged spell having been wrought, came toward Gil as he said:
how
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From this reading Nelse did as he was bidden; but while standing at the edge of the excavation holding the torch in one hand and his revolver in the other, he could not fail to realize how quickly the tables might be turned if the blacks should make a combined dash.
I'se
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From this reading “I’se gwine ter take my trick at standin’ watch, an’ you’se kin fin’ de odders.”
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading Nelse did as he was bidden; but while standing at the edge of the excavation holding the torch in one hand and his revolver in the other, he could not fail to realize how quickly the tables might be turned if the blacks should make a combined dash.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Nelse did as he was bidden; but while standing at the edge of the excavation holding the torch in one hand and his revolver in the other, he could not fail to realize how quickly the tables might be turned if the blacks should make a combined dash.
incantationnounUS /ˌɪn.kænˈteɪ.ʃən/
A series of words said as a magic spell or charm to summon supernatural forces.
From this reading Meanwhile Gil was straining his ears for the repetition of that fearful noise which had literally caused the blood to chill in his veins, and Andy remained crouching within the shadow of the tunnel busily engaged in executing a series of wonderful contortions evidently intended as an incantation to weaken the power of the voudoo worshipers.
resulting from one's intentions
From this reading Meanwhile Gil was straining his ears for the repetition of that fearful noise which had literally caused the blood to chill in his veins, and Andy remained crouching within the shadow of the tunnel busily engaged in executing a series of wonderful contortions evidently intended as an incantation to weaken the power of the voudoo worshipers.
kinnounUS /kɪn/
a person having kinship with another or others
From this reading “I’se gwine ter take my trick at standin’ watch, an’ you’se kin fin’ de odders.”
literallyadverbUS /ˈlɪtərəli/
in a literal sense
From this reading Meanwhile Gil was straining his ears for the repetition of that fearful noise which had literally caused the blood to chill in his veins, and Andy remained crouching within the shadow of the tunnel busily engaged in executing a series of wonderful contortions evidently intended as an incantation to weaken the power of the voudoo worshipers.
engage in
From this reading Nelse did as he was bidden; but while standing at the edge of the excavation holding the torch in one hand and his revolver in the other, he could not fail to realize how quickly the tables might be turned if the blacks should make a combined dash.
plural of “matter” — a vaguely specified concern
From this reading During fully half an hour matters remained in this condition, not a sound save the usual night noises of the forest breaking the silence, and then the old darky, his alleged spell having been wrought, came toward Gil as he said:
at the same time but in another place
From this reading Meanwhile Gil was straining his ears for the repetition of that fearful noise which had literally caused the blood to chill in his veins, and Andy remained crouching within the shadow of the tunnel busily engaged in executing a series of wonderful contortions evidently intended as an incantation to weaken the power of the voudoo worshipers.
used to say something is possible but not certain
From this reading Nelse did as he was bidden; but while standing at the edge of the excavation holding the torch in one hand and his revolver in the other, he could not fail to realize how quickly the tables might be turned if the blacks should make a combined dash.
belonging to the person speaking
From this reading “I’se gwine ter take my trick at standin’ watch, an’ you’se kin fin’ de odders.”
Nelse
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From this reading Nelse did as he was bidden; but while standing at the edge of the excavation holding the torch in one hand and his revolver in the other, he could not fail to realize how quickly the tables might be turned if the blacks should make a combined dash.
the time after sunset and before sunrise while it is dark outside
From this reading During fully half an hour matters remained in this condition, not a sound save the usual night noises of the forest breaking the silence, and then the old darky, his alleged spell having been wrought, came toward Gil as he said:
sound of any kind (especially unintelligible or dissonant sound)
From this reading Meanwhile Gil was straining his ears for the repetition of that fearful noise which had literally caused the blood to chill in his veins, and Andy remained crouching within the shadow of the tunnel busily engaged in executing a series of wonderful contortions evidently intended as an incantation to weaken the power of the voudoo worshipers.
noisesnounUS /ˈnɔɪzɪz/
plural of “noise” — sound of any kind (especially unintelligible or dissonant sound)
From this reading During fully half an hour matters remained in this condition, not a sound save the usual night noises of the forest breaking the silence, and then the old darky, his alleged spell having been wrought, came toward Gil as he said:
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Nelse did as he was bidden; but while standing at the edge of the excavation holding the torch in one hand and his revolver in the other, he could not fail to realize how quickly the tables might be turned if the blacks should make a combined dash.
odders
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From this reading “I’se gwine ter take my trick at standin’ watch, an’ you’se kin fin’ de odders.”
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Nelse did as he was bidden; but while standing at the edge of the excavation holding the torch in one hand and his revolver in the other, he could not fail to realize how quickly the tables might be turned if the blacks should make a combined dash.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading During fully half an hour matters remained in this condition, not a sound save the usual night noises of the forest breaking the silence, and then the old darky, his alleged spell having been wrought, came toward Gil as he said:
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading That which held them in subjection was the fact that the walls of the underground chamber were so high they could not gain the floor of the tunnel without climbing on each other’s shoulders, and while this was being done the sentinel would have ample opportunity to shoot with reasonable accuracy of aim.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading Nelse did as he was bidden; but while standing at the edge of the excavation holding the torch in one hand and his revolver in the other, he could not fail to realize how quickly the tables might be turned if the blacks should make a combined dash.
a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances
From this reading That which held them in subjection was the fact that the walls of the underground chamber were so high they could not gain the floor of the tunnel without climbing on each other’s shoulders, and while this was being done the sentinel would have ample opportunity to shoot with reasonable accuracy of aim.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading Nelse did as he was bidden; but while standing at the edge of the excavation holding the torch in one hand and his revolver in the other, he could not fail to realize how quickly the tables might be turned if the blacks should make a combined dash.
other's
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From this reading That which held them in subjection was the fact that the walls of the underground chamber were so high they could not gain the floor of the tunnel without climbing on each other’s shoulders, and while this was being done the sentinel would have ample opportunity to shoot with reasonable accuracy of aim.
possession of controlling influence
From this reading Meanwhile Gil was straining his ears for the repetition of that fearful noise which had literally caused the blood to chill in his veins, and Andy remained crouching within the shadow of the tunnel busily engaged in executing a series of wonderful contortions evidently intended as an incantation to weaken the power of the voudoo worshipers.
with speed
From this reading Nelse did as he was bidden; but while standing at the edge of the excavation holding the torch in one hand and his revolver in the other, he could not fail to realize how quickly the tables might be turned if the blacks should make a combined dash.
be fully aware or cognizant of
From this reading Nelse did as he was bidden; but while standing at the edge of the excavation holding the torch in one hand and his revolver in the other, he could not fail to realize how quickly the tables might be turned if the blacks should make a combined dash.
reasonableadjectiveUS /ˈriːzənəbəl/
showing reason or sound judgment
From this reading That which held them in subjection was the fact that the walls of the underground chamber were so high they could not gain the floor of the tunnel without climbing on each other’s shoulders, and while this was being done the sentinel would have ample opportunity to shoot with reasonable accuracy of aim.
past form of “remain” — stay the same; remain in a certain state
From this reading Meanwhile Gil was straining his ears for the repetition of that fearful noise which had literally caused the blood to chill in his veins, and Andy remained crouching within the shadow of the tunnel busily engaged in executing a series of wonderful contortions evidently intended as an incantation to weaken the power of the voudoo worshipers.
repetitionnounUS /ˌrepəˈtɪʃən/
an event that repeats
From this reading Meanwhile Gil was straining his ears for the repetition of that fearful noise which had literally caused the blood to chill in his veins, and Andy remained crouching within the shadow of the tunnel busily engaged in executing a series of wonderful contortions evidently intended as an incantation to weaken the power of the voudoo worshipers.
revolvernounUS /rɪˈvɑːlvər/
a pistol with a revolving cylinder (usually having six chambers for bullets)
From this reading Nelse did as he was bidden; but while standing at the edge of the excavation holding the torch in one hand and his revolver in the other, he could not fail to realize how quickly the tables might be turned if the blacks should make a combined dash.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading During fully half an hour matters remained in this condition, not a sound save the usual night noises of the forest breaking the silence, and then the old darky, his alleged spell having been wrought, came toward Gil as he said:
except for; apart from
From this reading During fully half an hour matters remained in this condition, not a sound save the usual night noises of the forest breaking the silence, and then the old darky, his alleged spell having been wrought, came toward Gil as he said:
sentinelnounUS /ˈsentənəl/
a person employed to keep watch for some anticipated event
From this reading That which held them in subjection was the fact that the walls of the underground chamber were so high they could not gain the floor of the tunnel without climbing on each other’s shoulders, and while this was being done the sentinel would have ample opportunity to shoot with reasonable accuracy of aim.
similar things placed in order or happening one after another
From this reading Meanwhile Gil was straining his ears for the repetition of that fearful noise which had literally caused the blood to chill in his veins, and Andy remained crouching within the shadow of the tunnel busily engaged in executing a series of wonderful contortions evidently intended as an incantation to weaken the power of the voudoo worshipers.
A dark area or shape produced by a body coming between rays of light and a surface.
From this reading Meanwhile Gil was straining his ears for the repetition of that fearful noise which had literally caused the blood to chill in his veins, and Andy remained crouching within the shadow of the tunnel busily engaged in executing a series of wonderful contortions evidently intended as an incantation to weaken the power of the voudoo worshipers.
hit with a missile from a weapon
From this reading That which held them in subjection was the fact that the walls of the underground chamber were so high they could not gain the floor of the tunnel without climbing on each other’s shoulders, and while this was being done the sentinel would have ample opportunity to shoot with reasonable accuracy of aim.
used to say what is right, expected, or advisable
From this reading Nelse did as he was bidden; but while standing at the edge of the excavation holding the torch in one hand and his revolver in the other, he could not fail to realize how quickly the tables might be turned if the blacks should make a combined dash.
plural of “shoulder” — the part of the body between the neck and the upper arm
From this reading That which held them in subjection was the fact that the walls of the underground chamber were so high they could not gain the floor of the tunnel without climbing on each other’s shoulders, and while this was being done the sentinel would have ample opportunity to shoot with reasonable accuracy of aim.
Complete absence of sound; a state of quietness and stillness.
From this reading During fully half an hour matters remained in this condition, not a sound save the usual night noises of the forest breaking the silence, and then the old darky, his alleged spell having been wrought, came toward Gil as he said:
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading That which held them in subjection was the fact that the walls of the underground chamber were so high they could not gain the floor of the tunnel without climbing on each other’s shoulders, and while this was being done the sentinel would have ample opportunity to shoot with reasonable accuracy of aim.
the particular auditory effect produced by a given cause
From this reading During fully half an hour matters remained in this condition, not a sound save the usual night noises of the forest breaking the silence, and then the old darky, his alleged spell having been wrought, came toward Gil as he said:
orally recite the letters of or give the spelling of
From this reading During fully half an hour matters remained in this condition, not a sound save the usual night noises of the forest breaking the silence, and then the old darky, his alleged spell having been wrought, came toward Gil as he said:
standin
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading “I’se gwine ter take my trick at standin’ watch, an’ you’se kin fin’ de odders.”
having a supporting base
From this reading Nelse did as he was bidden; but while standing at the edge of the excavation holding the torch in one hand and his revolver in the other, he could not fail to realize how quickly the tables might be turned if the blacks should make a combined dash.
strainingnounUS /ˈstreɪnɪŋ/
an intense or violent exertion
From this reading Meanwhile Gil was straining his ears for the repetition of that fearful noise which had literally caused the blood to chill in his veins, and Andy remained crouching within the shadow of the tunnel busily engaged in executing a series of wonderful contortions evidently intended as an incantation to weaken the power of the voudoo worshipers.
subjectionnoun
forced submission to control by others
From this reading That which held them in subjection was the fact that the walls of the underground chamber were so high they could not gain the floor of the tunnel without climbing on each other’s shoulders, and while this was being done the sentinel would have ample opportunity to shoot with reasonable accuracy of aim.
tablesnounUS /ˈteɪbəlz/
plural of “table” — a set of data arranged in rows and columns
From this reading Nelse did as he was bidden; but while standing at the edge of the excavation holding the torch in one hand and his revolver in the other, he could not fail to realize how quickly the tables might be turned if the blacks should make a combined dash.
carry out
From this reading “I’se gwine ter take my trick at standin’ watch, an’ you’se kin fin’ de odders.”
ter
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading “I’se gwine ter take my trick at standin’ watch, an’ you’se kin fin’ de odders.”
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading That which held them in subjection was the fact that the walls of the underground chamber were so high they could not gain the floor of the tunnel without climbing on each other’s shoulders, and while this was being done the sentinel would have ample opportunity to shoot with reasonable accuracy of aim.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Nelse did as he was bidden; but while standing at the edge of the excavation holding the torch in one hand and his revolver in the other, he could not fail to realize how quickly the tables might be turned if the blacks should make a combined dash.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading That which held them in subjection was the fact that the walls of the underground chamber were so high they could not gain the floor of the tunnel without climbing on each other’s shoulders, and while this was being done the sentinel would have ample opportunity to shoot with reasonable accuracy of aim.
subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)
From this reading During fully half an hour matters remained in this condition, not a sound save the usual night noises of the forest breaking the silence, and then the old darky, his alleged spell having been wrought, came toward Gil as he said:
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading That which held them in subjection was the fact that the walls of the underground chamber were so high they could not gain the floor of the tunnel without climbing on each other’s shoulders, and while this was being done the sentinel would have ample opportunity to shoot with reasonable accuracy of aim.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading That which held them in subjection was the fact that the walls of the underground chamber were so high they could not gain the floor of the tunnel without climbing on each other’s shoulders, and while this was being done the sentinel would have ample opportunity to shoot with reasonable accuracy of aim.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Nelse did as he was bidden; but while standing at the edge of the excavation holding the torch in one hand and his revolver in the other, he could not fail to realize how quickly the tables might be turned if the blacks should make a combined dash.
torchnounUS /tɔːrtʃ/
a light usually carried in the hand; consists of some flammable substance
From this reading Nelse did as he was bidden; but while standing at the edge of the excavation holding the torch in one hand and his revolver in the other, he could not fail to realize how quickly the tables might be turned if the blacks should make a combined dash.
towardprepositionUS /təˈwɔːrd/
in the direction of
From this reading During fully half an hour matters remained in this condition, not a sound save the usual night noises of the forest breaking the silence, and then the old darky, his alleged spell having been wrought, came toward Gil as he said:
a cunning or deceitful action or device
From this reading “I’se gwine ter take my trick at standin’ watch, an’ you’se kin fin’ de odders.”
tunnelverbUS /ˈtʌnəl/
move through by or as by digging
From this reading That which held them in subjection was the fact that the walls of the underground chamber were so high they could not gain the floor of the tunnel without climbing on each other’s shoulders, and while this was being done the sentinel would have ample opportunity to shoot with reasonable accuracy of aim.
moved around an axis or center
From this reading Nelse did as he was bidden; but while standing at the edge of the excavation holding the torch in one hand and his revolver in the other, he could not fail to realize how quickly the tables might be turned if the blacks should make a combined dash.
undergroundadjectiveUS /ˈʌndərɡraʊnd/
under the level of the ground
From this reading That which held them in subjection was the fact that the walls of the underground chamber were so high they could not gain the floor of the tunnel without climbing on each other’s shoulders, and while this was being done the sentinel would have ample opportunity to shoot with reasonable accuracy of aim.
usualadjectiveUS /ˈjuːʒəwəl/
occurring or encountered or experienced or observed frequently or in accordance with regular practice or procedure
From this reading During fully half an hour matters remained in this condition, not a sound save the usual night noises of the forest breaking the silence, and then the old darky, his alleged spell having been wrought, came toward Gil as he said:
veinsnounUS /veɪnz/
plural of “vein” — a blood vessel that carries blood from the capillaries toward the heart
From this reading Meanwhile Gil was straining his ears for the repetition of that fearful noise which had literally caused the blood to chill in his veins, and Andy remained crouching within the shadow of the tunnel busily engaged in executing a series of wonderful contortions evidently intended as an incantation to weaken the power of the voudoo worshipers.
voudoo
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Meanwhile Gil was straining his ears for the repetition of that fearful noise which had literally caused the blood to chill in his veins, and Andy remained crouching within the shadow of the tunnel busily engaged in executing a series of wonderful contortions evidently intended as an incantation to weaken the power of the voudoo worshipers.
plural of “wall” — an architectural partition with a height and length greater than its thickness; used to divide or enclose an area or to support another structure
From this reading That which held them in subjection was the fact that the walls of the underground chamber were so high they could not gain the floor of the tunnel without climbing on each other’s shoulders, and while this was being done the sentinel would have ample opportunity to shoot with reasonable accuracy of aim.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Nelse did as he was bidden; but while standing at the edge of the excavation holding the torch in one hand and his revolver in the other, he could not fail to realize how quickly the tables might be turned if the blacks should make a combined dash.
look attentively
From this reading “I’se gwine ter take my trick at standin’ watch, an’ you’se kin fin’ de odders.”
weakenverbUS /ˈwiːkən/
lessen the strength of
From this reading Meanwhile Gil was straining his ears for the repetition of that fearful noise which had literally caused the blood to chill in his veins, and Andy remained crouching within the shadow of the tunnel busily engaged in executing a series of wonderful contortions evidently intended as an incantation to weaken the power of the voudoo worshipers.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading That which held them in subjection was the fact that the walls of the underground chamber were so high they could not gain the floor of the tunnel without climbing on each other’s shoulders, and while this was being done the sentinel would have ample opportunity to shoot with reasonable accuracy of aim.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading That which held them in subjection was the fact that the walls of the underground chamber were so high they could not gain the floor of the tunnel without climbing on each other’s shoulders, and while this was being done the sentinel would have ample opportunity to shoot with reasonable accuracy of aim.
whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading Nelse did as he was bidden; but while standing at the edge of the excavation holding the torch in one hand and his revolver in the other, he could not fail to realize how quickly the tables might be turned if the blacks should make a combined dash.
in the company of; together with
From this reading That which held them in subjection was the fact that the walls of the underground chamber were so high they could not gain the floor of the tunnel without climbing on each other’s shoulders, and while this was being done the sentinel would have ample opportunity to shoot with reasonable accuracy of aim.
inside; before a period of time has passed
From this reading Meanwhile Gil was straining his ears for the repetition of that fearful noise which had literally caused the blood to chill in his veins, and Andy remained crouching within the shadow of the tunnel busily engaged in executing a series of wonderful contortions evidently intended as an incantation to weaken the power of the voudoo worshipers.
not having, not using, or not accompanied by
From this reading That which held them in subjection was the fact that the walls of the underground chamber were so high they could not gain the floor of the tunnel without climbing on each other’s shoulders, and while this was being done the sentinel would have ample opportunity to shoot with reasonable accuracy of aim.
extraordinarily good or great; used especially as intensifiers
From this reading Meanwhile Gil was straining his ears for the repetition of that fearful noise which had literally caused the blood to chill in his veins, and Andy remained crouching within the shadow of the tunnel busily engaged in executing a series of wonderful contortions evidently intended as an incantation to weaken the power of the voudoo worshipers.
worshipersnounUS /ˈwɜːrʃɪpərz/
plural of “worshiper” — someone who admires too much to recognize faults
From this reading Meanwhile Gil was straining his ears for the repetition of that fearful noise which had literally caused the blood to chill in his veins, and Andy remained crouching within the shadow of the tunnel busily engaged in executing a series of wonderful contortions evidently intended as an incantation to weaken the power of the voudoo worshipers.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading That which held them in subjection was the fact that the walls of the underground chamber were so high they could not gain the floor of the tunnel without climbing on each other’s shoulders, and while this was being done the sentinel would have ample opportunity to shoot with reasonable accuracy of aim.
wroughtadjectiveUS /rɔːt/
shaped to fit by or as if by altering the contours of a pliable mass (as by work or effort)
From this reading During fully half an hour matters remained in this condition, not a sound save the usual night noises of the forest breaking the silence, and then the old darky, his alleged spell having been wrought, came toward Gil as he said:
you'se
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading “I’se gwine ter take my trick at standin’ watch, an’ you’se kin fin’ de odders.”
