(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class
From this reading But what made the greatest impression on the minds of all was the finding of the _Investigator's_ lifeboat.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading THE HIDDEN MESSAGE While the work of getting out the planking for the boat was going on, and the plowing had now been resumed, since the new yoke of oxen were fitted to do the work, the boys were not forgetful of the usual weekly outing.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading They had several quite important things right at home which needed looking into, if they wanted to solve some of the things on the island.
tried unsuccessfully
From this reading First, the cave, which they had twice attempted to explore; the search for their lost boat, which had the strange rope and oars; and the mystery of the flag and pole.
for the reason that
From this reading These things weighed heavily on their minds, because these happenings were close at hand.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading THE HIDDEN MESSAGE While the work of getting out the planking for the boat was going on, and the plowing had now been resumed, since the new yoke of oxen were fitted to do the work, the boys were not forgetful of the usual weekly outing.
a small vessel for travel on water
From this reading THE HIDDEN MESSAGE While the work of getting out the planking for the boat was going on, and the plowing had now been resumed, since the new yoke of oxen were fitted to do the work, the boys were not forgetful of the usual weekly outing.
plural of “boy” — a youthful male person
From this reading THE HIDDEN MESSAGE While the work of getting out the planking for the boat was going on, and the plowing had now been resumed, since the new yoke of oxen were fitted to do the work, the boys were not forgetful of the usual weekly outing.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading But what made the greatest impression on the minds of all was the finding of the _Investigator's_ lifeboat.
a geological formation consisting of an underground enclosure with access from the surface of the ground or from the sea
From this reading First, the cave, which they had twice attempted to explore; the search for their lost boat, which had the strange rope and oars; and the mystery of the flag and pole.
at or within a short distance in space or time or having elements near each other
From this reading These things weighed heavily on their minds, because these happenings were close at hand.
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading THE HIDDEN MESSAGE While the work of getting out the planking for the boat was going on, and the plowing had now been resumed, since the new yoke of oxen were fitted to do the work, the boys were not forgetful of the usual weekly outing.
exploreverbUS /ɪkˈsplɔːr/
inquire into
From this reading First, the cave, which they had twice attempted to explore; the search for their lost boat, which had the strange rope and oars; and the mystery of the flag and pole.
the act of determining the properties of something, usually by research or calculation
From this reading But what made the greatest impression on the minds of all was the finding of the _Investigator's_ lifeboat.
FirstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading First, the cave, which they had twice attempted to explore; the search for their lost boat, which had the strange rope and oars; and the mystery of the flag and pole.
fittedadjectiveUS /ˈfɪtəd/
being the right size and shape to fit as desired
From this reading THE HIDDEN MESSAGE While the work of getting out the planking for the boat was going on, and the plowing had now been resumed, since the new yoke of oxen were fitted to do the work, the boys were not forgetful of the usual weekly outing.
flagnounUS /flæɡ/
emblem usually consisting of a rectangular piece of cloth of distinctive design
From this reading First, the cave, which they had twice attempted to explore; the search for their lost boat, which had the strange rope and oars; and the mystery of the flag and pole.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading THE HIDDEN MESSAGE While the work of getting out the planking for the boat was going on, and the plowing had now been resumed, since the new yoke of oxen were fitted to do the work, the boys were not forgetful of the usual weekly outing.
forgetfuladjectiveUS /fɔːrˈɡetfəl/
(of memory) deficient in retentiveness or range
From this reading THE HIDDEN MESSAGE While the work of getting out the planking for the boat was going on, and the plowing had now been resumed, since the new yoke of oxen were fitted to do the work, the boys were not forgetful of the usual weekly outing.
the act of acquiring something
From this reading THE HIDDEN MESSAGE While the work of getting out the planking for the boat was going on, and the plowing had now been resumed, since the new yoke of oxen were fitted to do the work, the boys were not forgetful of the usual weekly outing.
the act of departing
From this reading THE HIDDEN MESSAGE While the work of getting out the planking for the boat was going on, and the plowing had now been resumed, since the new yoke of oxen were fitted to do the work, the boys were not forgetful of the usual weekly outing.
highest in quality
From this reading But what made the greatest impression on the minds of all was the finding of the _Investigator's_ lifeboat.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading THE HIDDEN MESSAGE While the work of getting out the planking for the boat was going on, and the plowing had now been resumed, since the new yoke of oxen were fitted to do the work, the boys were not forgetful of the usual weekly outing.
the (prehensile) extremity of the superior limb
From this reading These things weighed heavily on their minds, because these happenings were close at hand.
happeningsnounUS /ˈhæpənɪŋz/
plural of “happening” — an event that happens
From this reading These things weighed heavily on their minds, because these happenings were close at hand.
to a considerable degree
From this reading These things weighed heavily on their minds, because these happenings were close at hand.
not accessible to view
From this reading THE HIDDEN MESSAGE While the work of getting out the planking for the boat was going on, and the plowing had now been resumed, since the new yoke of oxen were fitted to do the work, the boys were not forgetful of the usual weekly outing.
where you live at a particular time
From this reading They had several quite important things right at home which needed looking into, if they wanted to solve some of the things on the island.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading They had several quite important things right at home which needed looking into, if they wanted to solve some of the things on the island.
of great significance or value
From this reading They had several quite important things right at home which needed looking into, if they wanted to solve some of the things on the island.
a vague idea in which some confidence is placed
From this reading But what made the greatest impression on the minds of all was the finding of the _Investigator's_ lifeboat.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading They had several quite important things right at home which needed looking into, if they wanted to solve some of the things on the island.
Investigator'snounUS /ˌɪnˈvestəɡeɪtərz/
possessive form of “investigator” — a scientist who devotes himself to doing research
From this reading But what made the greatest impression on the minds of all was the finding of the _Investigator's_ lifeboat.
a land mass (smaller than a continent) that is surrounded by water
From this reading They had several quite important things right at home which needed looking into, if they wanted to solve some of the things on the island.
lifeboatnounUS /ˈlaɪfboʊt/
a strong sea boat designed to rescue people from a sinking ship
From this reading But what made the greatest impression on the minds of all was the finding of the _Investigator's_ lifeboat.
the act of directing the eyes toward something and perceiving it visually
From this reading They had several quite important things right at home which needed looking into, if they wanted to solve some of the things on the island.
no longer in your possession or control; unable to be found or recovered
From this reading First, the cave, which they had twice attempted to explore; the search for their lost boat, which had the strange rope and oars; and the mystery of the flag and pole.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading But what made the greatest impression on the minds of all was the finding of the _Investigator's_ lifeboat.
a communication (usually brief) that is written or spoken or signaled
From this reading THE HIDDEN MESSAGE While the work of getting out the planking for the boat was going on, and the plowing had now been resumed, since the new yoke of oxen were fitted to do the work, the boys were not forgetful of the usual weekly outing.
plural of “mind” — that which is responsible for one's thoughts, feelings, and conscious brain functions; the seat of the faculty of reason
From this reading These things weighed heavily on their minds, because these happenings were close at hand.
something that baffles understanding and cannot be explained
From this reading First, the cave, which they had twice attempted to explore; the search for their lost boat, which had the strange rope and oars; and the mystery of the flag and pole.
necessary for relief or supply
From this reading They had several quite important things right at home which needed looking into, if they wanted to solve some of the things on the island.
not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered
From this reading THE HIDDEN MESSAGE While the work of getting out the planking for the boat was going on, and the plowing had now been resumed, since the new yoke of oxen were fitted to do the work, the boys were not forgetful of the usual weekly outing.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading THE HIDDEN MESSAGE While the work of getting out the planking for the boat was going on, and the plowing had now been resumed, since the new yoke of oxen were fitted to do the work, the boys were not forgetful of the usual weekly outing.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading THE HIDDEN MESSAGE While the work of getting out the planking for the boat was going on, and the plowing had now been resumed, since the new yoke of oxen were fitted to do the work, the boys were not forgetful of the usual weekly outing.
oarsnounUS /ɔːrz/
plural of “oar” — an implement used to propel or steer a boat
From this reading First, the cave, which they had twice attempted to explore; the search for their lost boat, which had the strange rope and oars; and the mystery of the flag and pole.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading THE HIDDEN MESSAGE While the work of getting out the planking for the boat was going on, and the plowing had now been resumed, since the new yoke of oxen were fitted to do the work, the boys were not forgetful of the usual weekly outing.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading THE HIDDEN MESSAGE While the work of getting out the planking for the boat was going on, and the plowing had now been resumed, since the new yoke of oxen were fitted to do the work, the boys were not forgetful of the usual weekly outing.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading THE HIDDEN MESSAGE While the work of getting out the planking for the boat was going on, and the plowing had now been resumed, since the new yoke of oxen were fitted to do the work, the boys were not forgetful of the usual weekly outing.
outingnounUS /ˈaʊtɪŋ/
a journey taken for pleasure
From this reading THE HIDDEN MESSAGE While the work of getting out the planking for the boat was going on, and the plowing had now been resumed, since the new yoke of oxen were fitted to do the work, the boys were not forgetful of the usual weekly outing.
oxennounUS /ˈɑːksən/
domesticated bovine animals as a group regardless of sex or age
From this reading THE HIDDEN MESSAGE While the work of getting out the planking for the boat was going on, and the plowing had now been resumed, since the new yoke of oxen were fitted to do the work, the boys were not forgetful of the usual weekly outing.
plankingnounUS /ˈplæŋkɪŋ/
planks collectively; a quantity of planks
From this reading THE HIDDEN MESSAGE While the work of getting out the planking for the boat was going on, and the plowing had now been resumed, since the new yoke of oxen were fitted to do the work, the boys were not forgetful of the usual weekly outing.
plowingnounUS /ˈplaʊɪŋ/
tilling the land with a plow
From this reading THE HIDDEN MESSAGE While the work of getting out the planking for the boat was going on, and the plowing had now been resumed, since the new yoke of oxen were fitted to do the work, the boys were not forgetful of the usual weekly outing.
polenounUS /poʊl/
a long (usually round) rod of wood or metal or plastic
From this reading First, the cave, which they had twice attempted to explore; the search for their lost boat, which had the strange rope and oars; and the mystery of the flag and pole.
to a degree (not used with a negative)
From this reading They had several quite important things right at home which needed looking into, if they wanted to solve some of the things on the island.
past form of “resume” — take up or begin anew
From this reading THE HIDDEN MESSAGE While the work of getting out the planking for the boat was going on, and the plowing had now been resumed, since the new yoke of oxen were fitted to do the work, the boys were not forgetful of the usual weekly outing.
precisely, exactly
From this reading They had several quite important things right at home which needed looking into, if they wanted to solve some of the things on the island.
a strong line
From this reading First, the cave, which they had twice attempted to explore; the search for their lost boat, which had the strange rope and oars; and the mystery of the flag and pole.
try to locate or discover, or try to establish the existence of
From this reading First, the cave, which they had twice attempted to explore; the search for their lost boat, which had the strange rope and oars; and the mystery of the flag and pole.
(used with count nouns) of an indefinite number more than 2 or 3 but not many
From this reading They had several quite important things right at home which needed looking into, if they wanted to solve some of the things on the island.
sinceprepositionUS /sɪns/
from a time in the past until now
From this reading THE HIDDEN MESSAGE While the work of getting out the planking for the boat was going on, and the plowing had now been resumed, since the new yoke of oxen were fitted to do the work, the boys were not forgetful of the usual weekly outing.
solveverbUS /sɑːlv/
find the solution to (a problem or question) or understand the meaning of
From this reading They had several quite important things right at home which needed looking into, if they wanted to solve some of the things on the island.
(quantifier) used with either mass nouns or plural count nouns to indicate an unspecified number or quantity
From this reading They had several quite important things right at home which needed looking into, if they wanted to solve some of the things on the island.
being definitely out of the ordinary and unexpected; slightly odd or even a bit weird
From this reading First, the cave, which they had twice attempted to explore; the search for their lost boat, which had the strange rope and oars; and the mystery of the flag and pole.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading THE HIDDEN MESSAGE While the work of getting out the planking for the boat was going on, and the plowing had now been resumed, since the new yoke of oxen were fitted to do the work, the boys were not forgetful of the usual weekly outing.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading First, the cave, which they had twice attempted to explore; the search for their lost boat, which had the strange rope and oars; and the mystery of the flag and pole.
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading These things weighed heavily on their minds, because these happenings were close at hand.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading They had several quite important things right at home which needed looking into, if they wanted to solve some of the things on the island.
any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)
From this reading They had several quite important things right at home which needed looking into, if they wanted to solve some of the things on the island.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading THE HIDDEN MESSAGE While the work of getting out the planking for the boat was going on, and the plowing had now been resumed, since the new yoke of oxen were fitted to do the work, the boys were not forgetful of the usual weekly outing.
two times
From this reading First, the cave, which they had twice attempted to explore; the search for their lost boat, which had the strange rope and oars; and the mystery of the flag and pole.
usualadjectiveUS /ˈjuːʒəwəl/
occurring or encountered or experienced or observed frequently or in accordance with regular practice or procedure
From this reading THE HIDDEN MESSAGE While the work of getting out the planking for the boat was going on, and the plowing had now been resumed, since the new yoke of oxen were fitted to do the work, the boys were not forgetful of the usual weekly outing.
desired or wished for or sought
From this reading They had several quite important things right at home which needed looking into, if they wanted to solve some of the things on the island.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading THE HIDDEN MESSAGE While the work of getting out the planking for the boat was going on, and the plowing had now been resumed, since the new yoke of oxen were fitted to do the work, the boys were not forgetful of the usual weekly outing.
weeklynounUS /ˈwiːkli/
a periodical that is published every week (or 52 issues per year)
From this reading THE HIDDEN MESSAGE While the work of getting out the planking for the boat was going on, and the plowing had now been resumed, since the new yoke of oxen were fitted to do the work, the boys were not forgetful of the usual weekly outing.
weighedverbUS /weɪd/
past form of “weigh” — have a certain weight
From this reading These things weighed heavily on their minds, because these happenings were close at hand.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading THE HIDDEN MESSAGE While the work of getting out the planking for the boat was going on, and the plowing had now been resumed, since the new yoke of oxen were fitted to do the work, the boys were not forgetful of the usual weekly outing.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading But what made the greatest impression on the minds of all was the finding of the _Investigator's_ lifeboat.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading They had several quite important things right at home which needed looking into, if they wanted to solve some of the things on the island.
WhileconjunctionUS /waɪl/
during the time that
From this reading THE HIDDEN MESSAGE While the work of getting out the planking for the boat was going on, and the plowing had now been resumed, since the new yoke of oxen were fitted to do the work, the boys were not forgetful of the usual weekly outing.
exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity
From this reading THE HIDDEN MESSAGE While the work of getting out the planking for the boat was going on, and the plowing had now been resumed, since the new yoke of oxen were fitted to do the work, the boys were not forgetful of the usual weekly outing.
yokenounUS /joʊk/
fabric comprising a fitted part at the top of a garment
From this reading THE HIDDEN MESSAGE While the work of getting out the planking for the boat was going on, and the plowing had now been resumed, since the new yoke of oxen were fitted to do the work, the boys were not forgetful of the usual weekly outing.
