used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Many a time had Frank Decker described, for the benefit of his boy, the rapidity with which his truck company would start for a fire at the stroke of the gong, but never had Bruce’s imagination conceived of anything like that which took place now before his astonished eyes.
adjustedadjectiveUS /əˈdʒʌstɪd/
altered to accommodate to certain requirements or bring into a proper relation
From this reading Two or three sharp clicks and the harness was adjusted, and then, while the rest of the company climbed recklessly over the wheels to their places on the truck, the horses bounded into the street, turned sharply to the left and dashed away in full gallop.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading Bruce rushed to the door and looked after the flying truck.
fear resulting from the awareness of danger
From this reading The electric current which sounded the alarm released the horses and the intelligent creatures sprang at once to their places beneath the harness that was suspended in mid-air from the ceiling of the room.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The electric current which sounded the alarm released the horses and the intelligent creatures sprang at once to their places beneath the harness that was suspended in mid-air from the ceiling of the room.
any thing at all
From this reading Many a time had Frank Decker described, for the benefit of his boy, the rapidity with which his truck company would start for a fire at the stroke of the gong, but never had Bruce’s imagination conceived of anything like that which took place now before his astonished eyes.
apparatusnounUS /ˌæpərˈætəs/
equipment designed to serve a specific function
From this reading Five of the men were at their heads at the same instant, while Weyman climbed into the driver’s seat and took the reins in his hand and Brophy mounted behind and took his place at the steering apparatus.
filled with the emotional impact of overwhelming surprise or shock
From this reading Many a time had Frank Decker described, for the benefit of his boy, the rapidity with which his truck company would start for a fire at the stroke of the gong, but never had Bruce’s imagination conceived of anything like that which took place now before his astonished eyes.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Many a time had Frank Decker described, for the benefit of his boy, the rapidity with which his truck company would start for a fire at the stroke of the gong, but never had Bruce’s imagination conceived of anything like that which took place now before his astonished eyes.
from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)
From this reading Two or three sharp clicks and the harness was adjusted, and then, while the rest of the company climbed recklessly over the wheels to their places on the truck, the horses bounded into the street, turned sharply to the left and dashed away in full gallop.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading Many a time had Frank Decker described, for the benefit of his boy, the rapidity with which his truck company would start for a fire at the stroke of the gong, but never had Bruce’s imagination conceived of anything like that which took place now before his astonished eyes.
behindprepositionUS /bɪˈhaɪnd/
at or toward the back of something
From this reading Five of the men were at their heads at the same instant, while Weyman climbed into the driver’s seat and took the reins in his hand and Brophy mounted behind and took his place at the steering apparatus.
Directly under; in or to a lower position than.
From this reading The electric current which sounded the alarm released the horses and the intelligent creatures sprang at once to their places beneath the harness that was suspended in mid-air from the ceiling of the room.
financial assistance in time of need
From this reading Many a time had Frank Decker described, for the benefit of his boy, the rapidity with which his truck company would start for a fire at the stroke of the gong, but never had Bruce’s imagination conceived of anything like that which took place now before his astonished eyes.
boundedadjectiveUS /ˈbaʊndəd/
having the limits or boundaries established
From this reading Two or three sharp clicks and the harness was adjusted, and then, while the rest of the company climbed recklessly over the wheels to their places on the truck, the horses bounded into the street, turned sharply to the left and dashed away in full gallop.
a youthful male person
From this reading Many a time had Frank Decker described, for the benefit of his boy, the rapidity with which his truck company would start for a fire at the stroke of the gong, but never had Bruce’s imagination conceived of anything like that which took place now before his astonished eyes.
Brophy
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From this reading Five of the men were at their heads at the same instant, while Weyman climbed into the driver’s seat and took the reins in his hand and Brophy mounted behind and took his place at the steering apparatus.
BrucenounUS /bruːs/
Australian physician and bacteriologist who described the bacterium that causes undulant fever or brucellosis (1855-1931)
From this reading Bruce rushed to the door and looked after the flying truck.
Bruce'snounUS /ˈbruːsəz/
possessive form of “bruce” — Australian physician and bacteriologist who described the bacterium that causes undulant fever or brucellosis (1855-1931)
From this reading Many a time had Frank Decker described, for the benefit of his boy, the rapidity with which his truck company would start for a fire at the stroke of the gong, but never had Bruce’s imagination conceived of anything like that which took place now before his astonished eyes.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Many a time had Frank Decker described, for the benefit of his boy, the rapidity with which his truck company would start for a fire at the stroke of the gong, but never had Bruce’s imagination conceived of anything like that which took place now before his astonished eyes.
ceilingnounUS /ˈsiːlɪŋ/
the overhead upper surface of a covered space
From this reading The electric current which sounded the alarm released the horses and the intelligent creatures sprang at once to their places beneath the harness that was suspended in mid-air from the ceiling of the room.
clicksnounUS /klɪks/
plural of “click” — a short light metallic sound
From this reading Two or three sharp clicks and the harness was adjusted, and then, while the rest of the company climbed recklessly over the wheels to their places on the truck, the horses bounded into the street, turned sharply to the left and dashed away in full gallop.
past form of “climb” — go upward with gradual or continuous progress
From this reading Five of the men were at their heads at the same instant, while Weyman climbed into the driver’s seat and took the reins in his hand and Brophy mounted behind and took his place at the steering apparatus.
an institution created to conduct business
From this reading Many a time had Frank Decker described, for the benefit of his boy, the rapidity with which his truck company would start for a fire at the stroke of the gong, but never had Bruce’s imagination conceived of anything like that which took place now before his astonished eyes.
conceivedverbUS /kənˈsiːvd/
past form of “conceive” — have the idea for
From this reading Many a time had Frank Decker described, for the benefit of his boy, the rapidity with which his truck company would start for a fire at the stroke of the gong, but never had Bruce’s imagination conceived of anything like that which took place now before his astonished eyes.
plural of “creature” — a living organism characterized by voluntary movement
From this reading The electric current which sounded the alarm released the horses and the intelligent creatures sprang at once to their places beneath the harness that was suspended in mid-air from the ceiling of the room.
a flow of electricity through a conductor
From this reading The electric current which sounded the alarm released the horses and the intelligent creatures sprang at once to their places beneath the harness that was suspended in mid-air from the ceiling of the room.
having gaps or spaces
From this reading Two or three sharp clicks and the harness was adjusted, and then, while the rest of the company climbed recklessly over the wheels to their places on the truck, the horses bounded into the street, turned sharply to the left and dashed away in full gallop.
DeckernounUS /ˈdekər/
English dramatist and pamphleteer (1572-1632)
From this reading Many a time had Frank Decker described, for the benefit of his boy, the rapidity with which his truck company would start for a fire at the stroke of the gong, but never had Bruce’s imagination conceived of anything like that which took place now before his astonished eyes.
represented in words especially with sharpness and detail
From this reading Many a time had Frank Decker described, for the benefit of his boy, the rapidity with which his truck company would start for a fire at the stroke of the gong, but never had Bruce’s imagination conceived of anything like that which took place now before his astonished eyes.
a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle
From this reading Bruce rushed to the door and looked after the flying truck.
driver'snounUS /ˈdraɪvərz/
possessive form of “driver” — the operator of a motor vehicle
From this reading Five of the men were at their heads at the same instant, while Weyman climbed into the driver’s seat and took the reins in his hand and Brophy mounted behind and took his place at the steering apparatus.
electricadjectiveUS /ɪˈlektrɪk/
using or providing or producing or transmitting or operated by electricity
From this reading The electric current which sounded the alarm released the horses and the intelligent creatures sprang at once to their places beneath the harness that was suspended in mid-air from the ceiling of the room.
opinion or judgment
From this reading Many a time had Frank Decker described, for the benefit of his boy, the rapidity with which his truck company would start for a fire at the stroke of the gong, but never had Bruce’s imagination conceived of anything like that which took place now before his astonished eyes.
start firing a weapon
From this reading Many a time had Frank Decker described, for the benefit of his boy, the rapidity with which his truck company would start for a fire at the stroke of the gong, but never had Bruce’s imagination conceived of anything like that which took place now before his astonished eyes.
the cardinal number that is the sum of four and one
From this reading Five of the men were at their heads at the same instant, while Weyman climbed into the driver’s seat and took the reins in his hand and Brophy mounted behind and took his place at the steering apparatus.
moving swiftly
From this reading Bruce rushed to the door and looked after the flying truck.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Many a time had Frank Decker described, for the benefit of his boy, the rapidity with which his truck company would start for a fire at the stroke of the gong, but never had Bruce’s imagination conceived of anything like that which took place now before his astonished eyes.
characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion
From this reading Many a time had Frank Decker described, for the benefit of his boy, the rapidity with which his truck company would start for a fire at the stroke of the gong, but never had Bruce’s imagination conceived of anything like that which took place now before his astonished eyes.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading The electric current which sounded the alarm released the horses and the intelligent creatures sprang at once to their places beneath the harness that was suspended in mid-air from the ceiling of the room.
containing as much or as many as is possible or normal
From this reading Two or three sharp clicks and the harness was adjusted, and then, while the rest of the company climbed recklessly over the wheels to their places on the truck, the horses bounded into the street, turned sharply to the left and dashed away in full gallop.
gallopverbUS /ˈɡæləp/
ride at a galloping pace
From this reading Two or three sharp clicks and the harness was adjusted, and then, while the rest of the company climbed recklessly over the wheels to their places on the truck, the horses bounded into the street, turned sharply to the left and dashed away in full gallop.
gongnounUS /ɡɔːŋ/
a percussion instrument consisting of a metal plate that is struck with a softheaded drumstick
From this reading Many a time had Frank Decker described, for the benefit of his boy, the rapidity with which his truck company would start for a fire at the stroke of the gong, but never had Bruce’s imagination conceived of anything like that which took place now before his astonished eyes.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Many a time had Frank Decker described, for the benefit of his boy, the rapidity with which his truck company would start for a fire at the stroke of the gong, but never had Bruce’s imagination conceived of anything like that which took place now before his astonished eyes.
the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb
From this reading Five of the men were at their heads at the same instant, while Weyman climbed into the driver’s seat and took the reins in his hand and Brophy mounted behind and took his place at the steering apparatus.
harnessverbUS /ˈhɑːrnəs/
put a harness
From this reading The electric current which sounded the alarm released the horses and the intelligent creatures sprang at once to their places beneath the harness that was suspended in mid-air from the ceiling of the room.
plural of “head” — the upper part of the human body or the front part of the body in animals; contains the face and brains
From this reading Five of the men were at their heads at the same instant, while Weyman climbed into the driver’s seat and took the reins in his hand and Brophy mounted behind and took his place at the steering apparatus.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Many a time had Frank Decker described, for the benefit of his boy, the rapidity with which his truck company would start for a fire at the stroke of the gong, but never had Bruce’s imagination conceived of anything like that which took place now before his astonished eyes.
plural of “horse” — solid-hoofed herbivorous quadruped domesticated since prehistoric times
From this reading The electric current which sounded the alarm released the horses and the intelligent creatures sprang at once to their places beneath the harness that was suspended in mid-air from the ceiling of the room.
the formation of a mental image of something that is not perceived as real and is not present to the senses
From this reading Many a time had Frank Decker described, for the benefit of his boy, the rapidity with which his truck company would start for a fire at the stroke of the gong, but never had Bruce’s imagination conceived of anything like that which took place now before his astonished eyes.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading The electric current which sounded the alarm released the horses and the intelligent creatures sprang at once to their places beneath the harness that was suspended in mid-air from the ceiling of the room.
a very short time (as the time it takes the eye to blink or the heart to beat)
From this reading Five of the men were at their heads at the same instant, while Weyman climbed into the driver’s seat and took the reins in his hand and Brophy mounted behind and took his place at the steering apparatus.
intelligentadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈtelədʒənt/
having the capacity for thought and reason especially to a high degree
From this reading The electric current which sounded the alarm released the horses and the intelligent creatures sprang at once to their places beneath the harness that was suspended in mid-air from the ceiling of the room.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading Five of the men were at their heads at the same instant, while Weyman climbed into the driver’s seat and took the reins in his hand and Brophy mounted behind and took his place at the steering apparatus.
location near or direction toward the left side; i.e. the side to the north when a person or object faces east
From this reading Two or three sharp clicks and the harness was adjusted, and then, while the rest of the company climbed recklessly over the wheels to their places on the truck, the horses bounded into the street, turned sharply to the left and dashed away in full gallop.
prefer or wish to do something
From this reading Many a time had Frank Decker described, for the benefit of his boy, the rapidity with which his truck company would start for a fire at the stroke of the gong, but never had Bruce’s imagination conceived of anything like that which took place now before his astonished eyes.
past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading Bruce rushed to the door and looked after the flying truck.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number
From this reading Many a time had Frank Decker described, for the benefit of his boy, the rapidity with which his truck company would start for a fire at the stroke of the gong, but never had Bruce’s imagination conceived of anything like that which took place now before his astonished eyes.
the force of workers available
From this reading Five of the men were at their heads at the same instant, while Weyman climbed into the driver’s seat and took the reins in his hand and Brophy mounted behind and took his place at the steering apparatus.
mid-air
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading The electric current which sounded the alarm released the horses and the intelligent creatures sprang at once to their places beneath the harness that was suspended in mid-air from the ceiling of the room.
assembled for use; especially by being attached to a support
From this reading Five of the men were at their heads at the same instant, while Weyman climbed into the driver’s seat and took the reins in his hand and Brophy mounted behind and took his place at the steering apparatus.
not ever; at no time in the past or future
From this reading Many a time had Frank Decker described, for the benefit of his boy, the rapidity with which his truck company would start for a fire at the stroke of the gong, but never had Bruce’s imagination conceived of anything like that which took place now before his astonished eyes.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading Many a time had Frank Decker described, for the benefit of his boy, the rapidity with which his truck company would start for a fire at the stroke of the gong, but never had Bruce’s imagination conceived of anything like that which took place now before his astonished eyes.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Many a time had Frank Decker described, for the benefit of his boy, the rapidity with which his truck company would start for a fire at the stroke of the gong, but never had Bruce’s imagination conceived of anything like that which took place now before his astonished eyes.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Two or three sharp clicks and the harness was adjusted, and then, while the rest of the company climbed recklessly over the wheels to their places on the truck, the horses bounded into the street, turned sharply to the left and dashed away in full gallop.
on one occasion
From this reading The electric current which sounded the alarm released the horses and the intelligent creatures sprang at once to their places beneath the harness that was suspended in mid-air from the ceiling of the room.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading Two or three sharp clicks and the harness was adjusted, and then, while the rest of the company climbed recklessly over the wheels to their places on the truck, the horses bounded into the street, turned sharply to the left and dashed away in full gallop.
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading Two or three sharp clicks and the harness was adjusted, and then, while the rest of the company climbed recklessly over the wheels to their places on the truck, the horses bounded into the street, turned sharply to the left and dashed away in full gallop.
a point located with respect to surface features of some region
From this reading Many a time had Frank Decker described, for the benefit of his boy, the rapidity with which his truck company would start for a fire at the stroke of the gong, but never had Bruce’s imagination conceived of anything like that which took place now before his astonished eyes.
plural of “place” — a point located with respect to surface features of some region
From this reading The electric current which sounded the alarm released the horses and the intelligent creatures sprang at once to their places beneath the harness that was suspended in mid-air from the ceiling of the room.
rapiditynounUS /rəˈpɪdəti/
a rate that is rapid
From this reading Many a time had Frank Decker described, for the benefit of his boy, the rapidity with which his truck company would start for a fire at the stroke of the gong, but never had Bruce’s imagination conceived of anything like that which took place now before his astonished eyes.
recklesslyadverbUS /ˈrekləsli/
in a reckless manner
From this reading Two or three sharp clicks and the harness was adjusted, and then, while the rest of the company climbed recklessly over the wheels to their places on the truck, the horses bounded into the street, turned sharply to the left and dashed away in full gallop.
reinsnounUS /reɪnz/
plural of “rein” — one of a pair of long straps (usually connected to the bit or the headpiece) used to control a horse
From this reading Five of the men were at their heads at the same instant, while Weyman climbed into the driver’s seat and took the reins in his hand and Brophy mounted behind and took his place at the steering apparatus.
releasedverbUS /riˈliːst/
past form of “release” — release, as from one's grip
From this reading The electric current which sounded the alarm released the horses and the intelligent creatures sprang at once to their places beneath the harness that was suspended in mid-air from the ceiling of the room.
not move; be in a resting position
From this reading Two or three sharp clicks and the harness was adjusted, and then, while the rest of the company climbed recklessly over the wheels to their places on the truck, the horses bounded into the street, turned sharply to the left and dashed away in full gallop.
an area within a building enclosed by walls and floor and ceiling
From this reading The electric current which sounded the alarm released the horses and the intelligent creatures sprang at once to their places beneath the harness that was suspended in mid-air from the ceiling of the room.
done under pressure
From this reading Bruce rushed to the door and looked after the flying truck.
Identical; not different.
From this reading Five of the men were at their heads at the same instant, while Weyman climbed into the driver’s seat and took the reins in his hand and Brophy mounted behind and took his place at the steering apparatus.
a space reserved for sitting (as in a theater or on a train or airplane)
From this reading Five of the men were at their heads at the same instant, while Weyman climbed into the driver’s seat and took the reins in his hand and Brophy mounted behind and took his place at the steering apparatus.
(of something seen or heard) clearly defined
From this reading Two or three sharp clicks and the harness was adjusted, and then, while the rest of the company climbed recklessly over the wheels to their places on the truck, the horses bounded into the street, turned sharply to the left and dashed away in full gallop.
in an aggressive manner
From this reading Two or three sharp clicks and the harness was adjusted, and then, while the rest of the company climbed recklessly over the wheels to their places on the truck, the horses bounded into the street, turned sharply to the left and dashed away in full gallop.
past form of “sound” — appear in a certain way
From this reading The electric current which sounded the alarm released the horses and the intelligent creatures sprang at once to their places beneath the harness that was suspended in mid-air from the ceiling of the room.
inflected form of “spring” — move forward by leaps and bounds
From this reading The electric current which sounded the alarm released the horses and the intelligent creatures sprang at once to their places beneath the harness that was suspended in mid-air from the ceiling of the room.
take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading Many a time had Frank Decker described, for the benefit of his boy, the rapidity with which his truck company would start for a fire at the stroke of the gong, but never had Bruce’s imagination conceived of anything like that which took place now before his astonished eyes.
steeringnounUS /ˈstɪrɪŋ/
the act of guiding or showing the way
From this reading Five of the men were at their heads at the same instant, while Weyman climbed into the driver’s seat and took the reins in his hand and Brophy mounted behind and took his place at the steering apparatus.
a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings
From this reading Two or three sharp clicks and the harness was adjusted, and then, while the rest of the company climbed recklessly over the wheels to their places on the truck, the horses bounded into the street, turned sharply to the left and dashed away in full gallop.
(sports) the act of swinging or striking at a ball with a club or racket or bat or cue or hand
From this reading Many a time had Frank Decker described, for the benefit of his boy, the rapidity with which his truck company would start for a fire at the stroke of the gong, but never had Bruce’s imagination conceived of anything like that which took place now before his astonished eyes.
suspendedadjectiveUS /səˈspendɪd/
(of undissolved particles in a fluid) supported or kept from sinking or falling by buoyancy and without apparent attachment
From this reading The electric current which sounded the alarm released the horses and the intelligent creatures sprang at once to their places beneath the harness that was suspended in mid-air from the ceiling of the room.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Many a time had Frank Decker described, for the benefit of his boy, the rapidity with which his truck company would start for a fire at the stroke of the gong, but never had Bruce’s imagination conceived of anything like that which took place now before his astonished eyes.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Many a time had Frank Decker described, for the benefit of his boy, the rapidity with which his truck company would start for a fire at the stroke of the gong, but never had Bruce’s imagination conceived of anything like that which took place now before his astonished eyes.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading The electric current which sounded the alarm released the horses and the intelligent creatures sprang at once to their places beneath the harness that was suspended in mid-air from the ceiling of the room.
subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)
From this reading Two or three sharp clicks and the harness was adjusted, and then, while the rest of the company climbed recklessly over the wheels to their places on the truck, the horses bounded into the street, turned sharply to the left and dashed away in full gallop.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one
From this reading Two or three sharp clicks and the harness was adjusted, and then, while the rest of the company climbed recklessly over the wheels to their places on the truck, the horses bounded into the street, turned sharply to the left and dashed away in full gallop.
an instance or single occasion for some event
From this reading Many a time had Frank Decker described, for the benefit of his boy, the rapidity with which his truck company would start for a fire at the stroke of the gong, but never had Bruce’s imagination conceived of anything like that which took place now before his astonished eyes.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading The electric current which sounded the alarm released the horses and the intelligent creatures sprang at once to their places beneath the harness that was suspended in mid-air from the ceiling of the room.
inflected form of “take” — carry out
From this reading Many a time had Frank Decker described, for the benefit of his boy, the rapidity with which his truck company would start for a fire at the stroke of the gong, but never had Bruce’s imagination conceived of anything like that which took place now before his astonished eyes.
trucknounUS /trʌk/
an automotive vehicle suitable for hauling
From this reading Many a time had Frank Decker described, for the benefit of his boy, the rapidity with which his truck company would start for a fire at the stroke of the gong, but never had Bruce’s imagination conceived of anything like that which took place now before his astonished eyes.
moved around an axis or center
From this reading Two or three sharp clicks and the harness was adjusted, and then, while the rest of the company climbed recklessly over the wheels to their places on the truck, the horses bounded into the street, turned sharply to the left and dashed away in full gallop.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading Two or three sharp clicks and the harness was adjusted, and then, while the rest of the company climbed recklessly over the wheels to their places on the truck, the horses bounded into the street, turned sharply to the left and dashed away in full gallop.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The electric current which sounded the alarm released the horses and the intelligent creatures sprang at once to their places beneath the harness that was suspended in mid-air from the ceiling of the room.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Five of the men were at their heads at the same instant, while Weyman climbed into the driver’s seat and took the reins in his hand and Brophy mounted behind and took his place at the steering apparatus.
Weyman
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From this reading Five of the men were at their heads at the same instant, while Weyman climbed into the driver’s seat and took the reins in his hand and Brophy mounted behind and took his place at the steering apparatus.
wheelsnounUS /wiːlz/
plural of “wheel” — a simple machine consisting of a circular frame with spokes (or a solid disc) that can rotate on a shaft or axle (as in vehicles or other machines)
From this reading Two or three sharp clicks and the harness was adjusted, and then, while the rest of the company climbed recklessly over the wheels to their places on the truck, the horses bounded into the street, turned sharply to the left and dashed away in full gallop.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading Many a time had Frank Decker described, for the benefit of his boy, the rapidity with which his truck company would start for a fire at the stroke of the gong, but never had Bruce’s imagination conceived of anything like that which took place now before his astonished eyes.
whileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading Five of the men were at their heads at the same instant, while Weyman climbed into the driver’s seat and took the reins in his hand and Brophy mounted behind and took his place at the steering apparatus.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Many a time had Frank Decker described, for the benefit of his boy, the rapidity with which his truck company would start for a fire at the stroke of the gong, but never had Bruce’s imagination conceived of anything like that which took place now before his astonished eyes.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading Many a time had Frank Decker described, for the benefit of his boy, the rapidity with which his truck company would start for a fire at the stroke of the gong, but never had Bruce’s imagination conceived of anything like that which took place now before his astonished eyes.
