Chapter 14 of The Silver Horde is here in full — 180 sentences across 36 reading sections, with audio for every sentence and word.
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Chapter 14 of The Silver Horde is here in full — 180 sentences across 36 reading sections, with audio for every sentence and word.
THE DOORS OF THE VAULT SWING SHUT "I say, old man, just how do we stack up?" questioned Alton Clyde, when, later in the week, he had succeeded in pinning Boyd down for a moment's conversation. "Blessed if I know what's going on." "Well, we're up against it." "How?" "That newspaper story started it."
Chapter 14 of The Silver Horde is here in full — 180 sentences across 36 reading sections, with audio for every sentence and word.
Reading 1/36 · 5 reading units · Lines 1–5
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a river in western Scotland that flows from the southern uplands into the Firth of Clyde; navigable by oceangoing vessels as far as Glasgow
From this reading “THE DOORS OF THE VAULT SWING SHUT "I say, old man, just how do we stack up?" questioned Alton Clyde, when, later in the week, he had succeeded in pinning Boyd down for a moment's conversation.”
possessive form of “moment” — a particular point in time
From this reading “THE DOORS OF THE VAULT SWING SHUT "I say, old man, just how do we stack up?" questioned Alton Clyde, when, later in the week, he had succeeded in pinning Boyd down for a moment's conversation.”
a daily or weekly publication on folded sheets; contains news and articles and advertisements
From this reading “"That newspaper story started it."”
a mutual promise of a couple not to date anyone else; on college campuses it was once signaled by the giving of a fraternity pin
From this reading “THE DOORS OF THE VAULT SWING SHUT "I say, old man, just how do we stack up?" questioned Alton Clyde, when, later in the week, he had succeeded in pinning Boyd down for a moment's conversation.”
past form of “question” — challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of
From this reading “THE DOORS OF THE VAULT SWING SHUT "I say, old man, just how do we stack up?" questioned Alton Clyde, when, later in the week, he had succeeded in pinning Boyd down for a moment's conversation.”
an orderly pile
From this reading “THE DOORS OF THE VAULT SWING SHUT "I say, old man, just how do we stack up?" questioned Alton Clyde, when, later in the week, he had succeeded in pinning Boyd down for a moment's conversation.”
move in a curve or arc, usually with the intent of hitting
From this reading “THE DOORS OF THE VAULT SWING SHUT "I say, old man, just how do we stack up?" questioned Alton Clyde, when, later in the week, he had succeeded in pinning Boyd down for a moment's conversation.”
An arched structure of masonry forming a ceiling, or a secure subterranean storage room.
From this reading “THE DOORS OF THE VAULT SWING SHUT "I say, old man, just how do we stack up?" questioned Alton Clyde, when, later in the week, he had succeeded in pinning Boyd down for a moment's conversation.”
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used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading THE DOORS OF THE VAULT SWING SHUT "I say, old man, just how do we stack up?" questioned Alton Clyde, when, later in the week, he had succeeded in pinning Boyd down for a moment's conversation.
touching and pressing; in opposition to
From this reading "Well, we're up against it."
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading THE DOORS OF THE VAULT SWING SHUT "I say, old man, just how do we stack up?" questioned Alton Clyde, when, later in the week, he had succeeded in pinning Boyd down for a moment's conversation.
highly favored or fortunate (as e.g. by divine grace)
From this reading "Blessed if I know what's going on."
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading THE DOORS OF THE VAULT SWING SHUT "I say, old man, just how do we stack up?" questioned Alton Clyde, when, later in the week, he had succeeded in pinning Boyd down for a moment's conversation.
a river in western Scotland that flows from the southern uplands into the Firth of Clyde; navigable by oceangoing vessels as far as Glasgow
From this reading THE DOORS OF THE VAULT SWING SHUT "I say, old man, just how do we stack up?" questioned Alton Clyde, when, later in the week, he had succeeded in pinning Boyd down for a moment's conversation.
the use of speech for informal exchange of views or ideas or information etc.
From this reading THE DOORS OF THE VAULT SWING SHUT "I say, old man, just how do we stack up?" questioned Alton Clyde, when, later in the week, he had succeeded in pinning Boyd down for a moment's conversation.
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading THE DOORS OF THE VAULT SWING SHUT "I say, old man, just how do we stack up?" questioned Alton Clyde, when, later in the week, he had succeeded in pinning Boyd down for a moment's conversation.
plural of “door” — a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle
From this reading THE DOORS OF THE VAULT SWING SHUT "I say, old man, just how do we stack up?" questioned Alton Clyde, when, later in the week, he had succeeded in pinning Boyd down for a moment's conversation.
being or moving lower in position or less in some value
From this reading THE DOORS OF THE VAULT SWING SHUT "I say, old man, just how do we stack up?" questioned Alton Clyde, when, later in the week, he had succeeded in pinning Boyd down for a moment's conversation.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading THE DOORS OF THE VAULT SWING SHUT "I say, old man, just how do we stack up?" questioned Alton Clyde, when, later in the week, he had succeeded in pinning Boyd down for a moment's conversation.
the act of departing
From this reading "Blessed if I know what's going on."
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading THE DOORS OF THE VAULT SWING SHUT "I say, old man, just how do we stack up?" questioned Alton Clyde, when, later in the week, he had succeeded in pinning Boyd down for a moment's conversation.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading THE DOORS OF THE VAULT SWING SHUT "I say, old man, just how do we stack up?" questioned Alton Clyde, when, later in the week, he had succeeded in pinning Boyd down for a moment's conversation.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading THE DOORS OF THE VAULT SWING SHUT "I say, old man, just how do we stack up?" questioned Alton Clyde, when, later in the week, he had succeeded in pinning Boyd down for a moment's conversation.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading THE DOORS OF THE VAULT SWING SHUT "I say, old man, just how do we stack up?" questioned Alton Clyde, when, later in the week, he had succeeded in pinning Boyd down for a moment's conversation.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading "Blessed if I know what's going on."
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading THE DOORS OF THE VAULT SWING SHUT "I say, old man, just how do we stack up?" questioned Alton Clyde, when, later in the week, he had succeeded in pinning Boyd down for a moment's conversation.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading "Well, we're up against it."
and nothing more
From this reading THE DOORS OF THE VAULT SWING SHUT "I say, old man, just how do we stack up?" questioned Alton Clyde, when, later in the week, he had succeeded in pinning Boyd down for a moment's conversation.
be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading "Blessed if I know what's going on."
happening at a time subsequent to a reference time
From this reading THE DOORS OF THE VAULT SWING SHUT "I say, old man, just how do we stack up?" questioned Alton Clyde, when, later in the week, he had succeeded in pinning Boyd down for a moment's conversation.
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading THE DOORS OF THE VAULT SWING SHUT "I say, old man, just how do we stack up?" questioned Alton Clyde, when, later in the week, he had succeeded in pinning Boyd down for a moment's conversation.
possessive form of “moment” — a particular point in time
From this reading THE DOORS OF THE VAULT SWING SHUT "I say, old man, just how do we stack up?" questioned Alton Clyde, when, later in the week, he had succeeded in pinning Boyd down for a moment's conversation.
a daily or weekly publication on folded sheets; contains news and articles and advertisements
From this reading "That newspaper story started it."
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading THE DOORS OF THE VAULT SWING SHUT "I say, old man, just how do we stack up?" questioned Alton Clyde, when, later in the week, he had succeeded in pinning Boyd down for a moment's conversation.
(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age
From this reading THE DOORS OF THE VAULT SWING SHUT "I say, old man, just how do we stack up?" questioned Alton Clyde, when, later in the week, he had succeeded in pinning Boyd down for a moment's conversation.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading "Blessed if I know what's going on."
a mutual promise of a couple not to date anyone else; on college campuses it was once signaled by the giving of a fraternity pin
From this reading THE DOORS OF THE VAULT SWING SHUT "I say, old man, just how do we stack up?" questioned Alton Clyde, when, later in the week, he had succeeded in pinning Boyd down for a moment's conversation.
past form of “question” — challenge the accuracy, probity, or propriety of
From this reading THE DOORS OF THE VAULT SWING SHUT "I say, old man, just how do we stack up?" questioned Alton Clyde, when, later in the week, he had succeeded in pinning Boyd down for a moment's conversation.
express in words
From this reading THE DOORS OF THE VAULT SWING SHUT "I say, old man, just how do we stack up?" questioned Alton Clyde, when, later in the week, he had succeeded in pinning Boyd down for a moment's conversation.
move so that an opening or passage is obstructed; make shut
From this reading THE DOORS OF THE VAULT SWING SHUT "I say, old man, just how do we stack up?" questioned Alton Clyde, when, later in the week, he had succeeded in pinning Boyd down for a moment's conversation.
an orderly pile
From this reading THE DOORS OF THE VAULT SWING SHUT "I say, old man, just how do we stack up?" questioned Alton Clyde, when, later in the week, he had succeeded in pinning Boyd down for a moment's conversation.
past form of “start” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading "That newspaper story started it."
a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program
From this reading "That newspaper story started it."
past form of “succeed” — attain success or reach a desired goal
From this reading THE DOORS OF THE VAULT SWING SHUT "I say, old man, just how do we stack up?" questioned Alton Clyde, when, later in the week, he had succeeded in pinning Boyd down for a moment's conversation.
move in a curve or arc, usually with the intent of hitting
From this reading THE DOORS OF THE VAULT SWING SHUT "I say, old man, just how do we stack up?" questioned Alton Clyde, when, later in the week, he had succeeded in pinning Boyd down for a moment's conversation.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading "That newspaper story started it."
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE DOORS OF THE VAULT SWING SHUT "I say, old man, just how do we stack up?" questioned Alton Clyde, when, later in the week, he had succeeded in pinning Boyd down for a moment's conversation.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading THE DOORS OF THE VAULT SWING SHUT "I say, old man, just how do we stack up?" questioned Alton Clyde, when, later in the week, he had succeeded in pinning Boyd down for a moment's conversation.
An arched structure of masonry forming a ceiling, or a secure subterranean storage room.
From this reading THE DOORS OF THE VAULT SWING SHUT "I say, old man, just how do we stack up?" questioned Alton Clyde, when, later in the week, he had succeeded in pinning Boyd down for a moment's conversation.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading THE DOORS OF THE VAULT SWING SHUT "I say, old man, just how do we stack up?" questioned Alton Clyde, when, later in the week, he had succeeded in pinning Boyd down for a moment's conversation.
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading "Well, we're up against it."
any period of seven consecutive days
From this reading THE DOORS OF THE VAULT SWING SHUT "I say, old man, just how do we stack up?" questioned Alton Clyde, when, later in the week, he had succeeded in pinning Boyd down for a moment's conversation.
(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)
From this reading "Well, we're up against it."
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading "Blessed if I know what's going on."
at the time that
From this reading THE DOORS OF THE VAULT SWING SHUT "I say, old man, just how do we stack up?" questioned Alton Clyde, when, later in the week, he had succeeded in pinning Boyd down for a moment's conversation.
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