aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading As he rode up and joined the little party of horsemen, he was in two minds about speaking to Captain Forsyth of the man's suspicious behaviour; but, in the rush of moving off, he had no opportunity, and with the bustle and interest of his new work, the incident entirely slipped from his mind.
(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 Of late he had come to regard all Egyptians with suspicion, and, in fact, the entire native population.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Of late he had come to regard all Egyptians with suspicion, and, in fact, the entire native population.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading As regards the so-called "loyal" blackies, he looked upon them as mercenaries, giving their loyalty for gain to the stronger side; being more enlightened than others, they realized that Arabi's rebellion could not possibly survive any serious opposition, and that in the end England was bound to crush it--hence their loyalty!
Arabi's
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From this reading As regards the so-called "loyal" blackies, he looked upon them as mercenaries, giving their loyalty for gain to the stronger side; being more enlightened than others, they realized that Arabi's rebellion could not possibly survive any serious opposition, and that in the end England was bound to crush it--hence their loyalty!
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading As regards the so-called "loyal" blackies, he looked upon them as mercenaries, giving their loyalty for gain to the stronger side; being more enlightened than others, they realized that Arabi's rebellion could not possibly survive any serious opposition, and that in the end England was bound to crush it--hence their loyalty!
behaviournounUS /bɪˈheɪvjər/
the action or reaction of something (as a machine or substance) under specified circumstances
From this reading As he rode up and joined the little party of horsemen, he was in two minds about speaking to Captain Forsyth of the man's suspicious behaviour; but, in the rush of moving off, he had no opportunity, and with the bustle and interest of his new work, the incident entirely slipped from his mind.
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading As regards the so-called "loyal" blackies, he looked upon them as mercenaries, giving their loyalty for gain to the stronger side; being more enlightened than others, they realized that Arabi's rebellion could not possibly survive any serious opposition, and that in the end England was bound to crush it--hence their loyalty!
blackies
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From this reading As regards the so-called "loyal" blackies, he looked upon them as mercenaries, giving their loyalty for gain to the stronger side; being more enlightened than others, they realized that Arabi's rebellion could not possibly survive any serious opposition, and that in the end England was bound to crush it--hence their loyalty!
confined by bonds
From this reading As regards the so-called "loyal" blackies, he looked upon them as mercenaries, giving their loyalty for gain to the stronger side; being more enlightened than others, they realized that Arabi's rebellion could not possibly survive any serious opposition, and that in the end England was bound to crush it--hence their loyalty!
bustlenounUS /ˈbʌsəl/
a rapid active commotion
From this reading As he rode up and joined the little party of horsemen, he was in two minds about speaking to Captain Forsyth of the man's suspicious behaviour; but, in the rush of moving off, he had no opportunity, and with the bustle and interest of his new work, the incident entirely slipped from his mind.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading As he rode up and joined the little party of horsemen, he was in two minds about speaking to Captain Forsyth of the man's suspicious behaviour; but, in the rush of moving off, he had no opportunity, and with the bustle and interest of his new work, the incident entirely slipped from his mind.
an officer holding a rank below a major but above a lieutenant
From this reading As he rode up and joined the little party of horsemen, he was in two minds about speaking to Captain Forsyth of the man's suspicious behaviour; but, in the rush of moving off, he had no opportunity, and with the bustle and interest of his new work, the incident entirely slipped from his mind.
definite but not specified or identified
From this reading Of course, it was well known that their ranks were crowded with spies--this was only natural--and he felt certain, though unable to prove it, that the man who had just spoken to him was one of these.
move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading Of late he had come to regard all Egyptians with suspicion, and, in fact, the entire native population.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading As regards the so-called "loyal" blackies, he looked upon them as mercenaries, giving their loyalty for gain to the stronger side; being more enlightened than others, they realized that Arabi's rebellion could not possibly survive any serious opposition, and that in the end England was bound to crush it--hence their loyalty!
education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings
From this reading Of course, it was well known that their ranks were crowded with spies--this was only natural--and he felt certain, though unable to prove it, that the man who had just spoken to him was one of these.
overfilled or compacted or concentrated
From this reading Of course, it was well known that their ranks were crowded with spies--this was only natural--and he felt certain, though unable to prove it, that the man who had just spoken to him was one of these.
crushverbUS /krʌʃ/
come down on or keep down by unjust use of one's authority
From this reading As regards the so-called "loyal" blackies, he looked upon them as mercenaries, giving their loyalty for gain to the stronger side; being more enlightened than others, they realized that Arabi's rebellion could not possibly survive any serious opposition, and that in the end England was bound to crush it--hence their loyalty!
EgyptiansnounUS /ɪˈdʒɪpʃənz/
plural of “egyptian” — a native or inhabitant of Egypt
From this reading Of late he had come to regard all Egyptians with suspicion, and, in fact, the entire native population.
either extremity of something that has length
From this reading As regards the so-called "loyal" blackies, he looked upon them as mercenaries, giving their loyalty for gain to the stronger side; being more enlightened than others, they realized that Arabi's rebellion could not possibly survive any serious opposition, and that in the end England was bound to crush it--hence their loyalty!
a division of the United Kingdom
From this reading As regards the so-called "loyal" blackies, he looked upon them as mercenaries, giving their loyalty for gain to the stronger side; being more enlightened than others, they realized that Arabi's rebellion could not possibly survive any serious opposition, and that in the end England was bound to crush it--hence their loyalty!
enlightenedadjectiveUS /ˌenˈlaɪtənd/
having knowledge and spiritual insight
From this reading As regards the so-called "loyal" blackies, he looked upon them as mercenaries, giving their loyalty for gain to the stronger side; being more enlightened than others, they realized that Arabi's rebellion could not possibly survive any serious opposition, and that in the end England was bound to crush it--hence their loyalty!
constituting the full quantity or extent; complete
From this reading Of late he had come to regard all Egyptians with suspicion, and, in fact, the entire native population.
to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)
From this reading As he rode up and joined the little party of horsemen, he was in two minds about speaking to Captain Forsyth of the man's suspicious behaviour; but, in the rush of moving off, he had no opportunity, and with the bustle and interest of his new work, the incident entirely slipped from his mind.
a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred
From this reading Of late he had come to regard all Egyptians with suspicion, and, in fact, the entire native population.
emotional or moral sensitivity (especially in relation to personal principles or dignity)
From this reading ON PATROL It was with very mixed feelings that Helmar rode over to the patrol.
mat together and make felt-like
From this reading Of course, it was well known that their ranks were crowded with spies--this was only natural--and he felt certain, though unable to prove it, that the man who had just spoken to him was one of these.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading As regards the so-called "loyal" blackies, he looked upon them as mercenaries, giving their loyalty for gain to the stronger side; being more enlightened than others, they realized that Arabi's rebellion could not possibly survive any serious opposition, and that in the end England was bound to crush it--hence their loyalty!
Forsyth
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From this reading As he rode up and joined the little party of horsemen, he was in two minds about speaking to Captain Forsyth of the man's suspicious behaviour; but, in the rush of moving off, he had no opportunity, and with the bustle and interest of his new work, the incident entirely slipped from his mind.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading As he rode up and joined the little party of horsemen, he was in two minds about speaking to Captain Forsyth of the man's suspicious behaviour; but, in the rush of moving off, he had no opportunity, and with the bustle and interest of his new work, the incident entirely slipped from his mind.
obtain
From this reading As regards the so-called "loyal" blackies, he looked upon them as mercenaries, giving their loyalty for gain to the stronger side; being more enlightened than others, they realized that Arabi's rebellion could not possibly survive any serious opposition, and that in the end England was bound to crush it--hence their loyalty!
the act of giving
From this reading As regards the so-called "loyal" blackies, he looked upon them as mercenaries, giving their loyalty for gain to the stronger side; being more enlightened than others, they realized that Arabi's rebellion could not possibly survive any serious opposition, and that in the end England was bound to crush it--hence their loyalty!
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Of late he had come to regard all Egyptians with suspicion, and, in fact, the entire native population.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Of late he had come to regard all Egyptians with suspicion, and, in fact, the entire native population.
Helmar
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From this reading ON PATROL It was with very mixed feelings that Helmar rode over to the patrol.
for this reason
From this reading As regards the so-called "loyal" blackies, he looked upon them as mercenaries, giving their loyalty for gain to the stronger side; being more enlightened than others, they realized that Arabi's rebellion could not possibly survive any serious opposition, and that in the end England was bound to crush it--hence their loyalty!
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Of course, it was well known that their ranks were crowded with spies--this was only natural--and he felt certain, though unable to prove it, that the man who had just spoken to him was one of these.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading As he rode up and joined the little party of horsemen, he was in two minds about speaking to Captain Forsyth of the man's suspicious behaviour; but, in the rush of moving off, he had no opportunity, and with the bustle and interest of his new work, the incident entirely slipped from his mind.
horsemennounUS /ˈhɔːrsmən/
plural of “horseman” — a man skilled in equitation
From this reading As he rode up and joined the little party of horsemen, he was in two minds about speaking to Captain Forsyth of the man's suspicious behaviour; but, in the rush of moving off, he had no opportunity, and with the bustle and interest of his new work, the incident entirely slipped from his mind.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Of late he had come to regard all Egyptians with suspicion, and, in fact, the entire native population.
a single distinct event
From this reading As he rode up and joined the little party of horsemen, he was in two minds about speaking to Captain Forsyth of the man's suspicious behaviour; but, in the rush of moving off, he had no opportunity, and with the bustle and interest of his new work, the incident entirely slipped from his mind.
a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something
From this reading As he rode up and joined the little party of horsemen, he was in two minds about speaking to Captain Forsyth of the man's suspicious behaviour; but, in the rush of moving off, he had no opportunity, and with the bustle and interest of his new work, the incident entirely slipped from his mind.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading ON PATROL It was with very mixed feelings that Helmar rode over to the patrol.
of or relating to two people who are married to each other
From this reading As he rode up and joined the little party of horsemen, he was in two minds about speaking to Captain Forsyth of the man's suspicious behaviour; but, in the rush of moving off, he had no opportunity, and with the bustle and interest of his new work, the incident entirely slipped from his mind.
and nothing more
From this reading Of course, it was well known that their ranks were crowded with spies--this was only natural--and he felt certain, though unable to prove it, that the man who had just spoken to him was one of these.
apprehended with certainty
From this reading Of course, it was well known that their ranks were crowded with spies--this was only natural--and he felt certain, though unable to prove it, that the man who had just spoken to him was one of these.
being or occurring at an advanced period of time or after a usual or expected time
From this reading Of late he had come to regard all Egyptians with suspicion, and, in fact, the entire native population.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading As he rode up and joined the little party of horsemen, he was in two minds about speaking to Captain Forsyth of the man's suspicious behaviour; but, in the rush of moving off, he had no opportunity, and with the bustle and interest of his new work, the incident entirely slipped from his mind.
past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading As regards the so-called "loyal" blackies, he looked upon them as mercenaries, giving their loyalty for gain to the stronger side; being more enlightened than others, they realized that Arabi's rebellion could not possibly survive any serious opposition, and that in the end England was bound to crush it--hence their loyalty!
loyaladjectiveUS /ˈlɔɪəl/
steadfast in allegiance or duty
From this reading As regards the so-called "loyal" blackies, he looked upon them as mercenaries, giving their loyalty for gain to the stronger side; being more enlightened than others, they realized that Arabi's rebellion could not possibly survive any serious opposition, and that in the end England was bound to crush it--hence their loyalty!
loyaltynounUS /ˈlɔɪəlti/
the quality of being loyal
From this reading As regards the so-called "loyal" blackies, he looked upon them as mercenaries, giving their loyalty for gain to the stronger side; being more enlightened than others, they realized that Arabi's rebellion could not possibly survive any serious opposition, and that in the end England was bound to crush it--hence their loyalty!
an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading Of course, it was well known that their ranks were crowded with spies--this was only natural--and he felt certain, though unable to prove it, that the man who had just spoken to him was one of these.
man'snounUS /mænz/
possessive form of “man” — an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)
From this reading As he rode up and joined the little party of horsemen, he was in two minds about speaking to Captain Forsyth of the man's suspicious behaviour; but, in the rush of moving off, he had no opportunity, and with the bustle and interest of his new work, the incident entirely slipped from his mind.
mercenariesnounUS /ˈmɜːrsəneriz/
plural of “mercenary” — a person hired to fight for another country than their own
From this reading As regards the so-called "loyal" blackies, he looked upon them as mercenaries, giving their loyalty for gain to the stronger side; being more enlightened than others, they realized that Arabi's rebellion could not possibly survive any serious opposition, and that in the end England was bound to crush it--hence their loyalty!
The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.
From this reading As he rode up and joined the little party of horsemen, he was in two minds about speaking to Captain Forsyth of the man's suspicious behaviour; but, in the rush of moving off, he had no opportunity, and with the bustle and interest of his new work, the incident entirely slipped from his mind.
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 As he rode up and joined the little party of horsemen, he was in two minds about speaking to Captain Forsyth of the man's suspicious behaviour; but, in the rush of moving off, he had no opportunity, and with the bustle and interest of his new work, the incident entirely slipped from his mind.
consisting of a haphazard assortment of different kinds
From this reading ON PATROL It was with very mixed feelings that Helmar rode over to the patrol.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading As regards the so-called "loyal" blackies, he looked upon them as mercenaries, giving their loyalty for gain to the stronger side; being more enlightened than others, they realized that Arabi's rebellion could not possibly survive any serious opposition, and that in the end England was bound to crush it--hence their loyalty!
in motion
From this reading As he rode up and joined the little party of horsemen, he was in two minds about speaking to Captain Forsyth of the man's suspicious behaviour; but, in the rush of moving off, he had no opportunity, and with the bustle and interest of his new work, the incident entirely slipped from his mind.
characteristic of or existing by virtue of geographic origin
From this reading Of late he had come to regard all Egyptians with suspicion, and, in fact, the entire native population.
in accordance with nature; relating to or concerning nature
From this reading Of course, it was well known that their ranks were crowded with spies--this was only natural--and he felt certain, though unable to prove it, that the man who had just spoken to him was one of these.
not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered
From this reading As he rode up and joined the little party of horsemen, he was in two minds about speaking to Captain Forsyth of the man's suspicious behaviour; but, in the rush of moving off, he had no opportunity, and with the bustle and interest of his new work, the incident entirely slipped from his mind.
not any; not one
From this reading As he rode up and joined the little party of horsemen, he was in two minds about speaking to Captain Forsyth of the man's suspicious behaviour; but, in the rush of moving off, he had no opportunity, and with the bustle and interest of his new work, the incident entirely slipped from his mind.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading As regards the so-called "loyal" blackies, he looked upon them as mercenaries, giving their loyalty for gain to the stronger side; being more enlightened than others, they realized that Arabi's rebellion could not possibly survive any serious opposition, and that in the end England was bound to crush it--hence their loyalty!
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Of late he had come to regard all Egyptians with suspicion, and, in fact, the entire native population.
from a particular thing or place or position (“forth” is obsolete)
From this reading As he rode up and joined the little party of horsemen, he was in two minds about speaking to Captain Forsyth of the man's suspicious behaviour; but, in the rush of moving off, he had no opportunity, and with the bustle and interest of his new work, the incident entirely slipped from his mind.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading ON PATROL It was with very mixed feelings that Helmar rode over to the patrol.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading Of course, it was well known that their ranks were crowded with spies--this was only natural--and he felt certain, though unable to prove it, that the man who had just spoken to him was one of these.
and nothing more
From this reading Of course, it was well known that their ranks were crowded with spies--this was only natural--and he felt certain, though unable to prove it, that the man who had just spoken to him was one of these.
a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances
From this reading As he rode up and joined the little party of horsemen, he was in two minds about speaking to Captain Forsyth of the man's suspicious behaviour; but, in the rush of moving off, he had no opportunity, and with the bustle and interest of his new work, the incident entirely slipped from his mind.
oppositionnounUS /ˌɑːpəˈzɪʃən/
the action of opposing something that you disapprove or disagree with
From this reading As regards the so-called "loyal" blackies, he looked upon them as mercenaries, giving their loyalty for gain to the stronger side; being more enlightened than others, they realized that Arabi's rebellion could not possibly survive any serious opposition, and that in the end England was bound to crush it--hence their loyalty!
others
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From this reading As regards the so-called "loyal" blackies, he looked upon them as mercenaries, giving their loyalty for gain to the stronger side; being more enlightened than others, they realized that Arabi's rebellion could not possibly survive any serious opposition, and that in the end England was bound to crush it--hence their loyalty!
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading ON PATROL It was with very mixed feelings that Helmar rode over to the patrol.
an organization to gain political power
From this reading As he rode up and joined the little party of horsemen, he was in two minds about speaking to Captain Forsyth of the man's suspicious behaviour; but, in the rush of moving off, he had no opportunity, and with the bustle and interest of his new work, the incident entirely slipped from his mind.
PATROLnounUS /pəˈtroʊl/
a detachment used for security or reconnaissance
From this reading ON PATROL It was with very mixed feelings that Helmar rode over to the patrol.
populationnounUS /ˌpɑːpjəˈleɪʃən/
the people who inhabit a territory or state
From this reading Of late he had come to regard all Egyptians with suspicion, and, in fact, the entire native population.
by chance
From this reading As regards the so-called "loyal" blackies, he looked upon them as mercenaries, giving their loyalty for gain to the stronger side; being more enlightened than others, they realized that Arabi's rebellion could not possibly survive any serious opposition, and that in the end England was bound to crush it--hence their loyalty!
be shown or be found to be
From this reading Of course, it was well known that their ranks were crowded with spies--this was only natural--and he felt certain, though unable to prove it, that the man who had just spoken to him was one of these.
ranksnounUS /ræŋks/
plural of “rank” — a row or line of people (especially soldiers or police) standing abreast of one another
From this reading Of course, it was well known that their ranks were crowded with spies--this was only natural--and he felt certain, though unable to prove it, that the man who had just spoken to him was one of these.
successfully completed or brought to an end
From this reading As regards the so-called "loyal" blackies, he looked upon them as mercenaries, giving their loyalty for gain to the stronger side; being more enlightened than others, they realized that Arabi's rebellion could not possibly survive any serious opposition, and that in the end England was bound to crush it--hence their loyalty!
rebellionnounUS /rɪˈbeljən/
refusal to accept some authority or code or convention
From this reading As regards the so-called "loyal" blackies, he looked upon them as mercenaries, giving their loyalty for gain to the stronger side; being more enlightened than others, they realized that Arabi's rebellion could not possibly survive any serious opposition, and that in the end England was bound to crush it--hence their loyalty!
(usually preceded by “in”) a detail or point
From this reading Of late he had come to regard all Egyptians with suspicion, and, in fact, the entire native population.
regardsnounUS /rɪˈɡɑːrdz/
plural of “regard” — (usually preceded by “in”) a detail or point
From this reading As regards the so-called "loyal" blackies, he looked upon them as mercenaries, giving their loyalty for gain to the stronger side; being more enlightened than others, they realized that Arabi's rebellion could not possibly survive any serious opposition, and that in the end England was bound to crush it--hence their loyalty!
inflected form of “ride” — sit and travel on the back of animal, usually while controlling its motions
From this reading ON PATROL It was with very mixed feelings that Helmar rode over to the patrol.
move hurridly
From this reading As he rode up and joined the little party of horsemen, he was in two minds about speaking to Captain Forsyth of the man's suspicious behaviour; but, in the rush of moving off, he had no opportunity, and with the bustle and interest of his new work, the incident entirely slipped from his mind.
concerned with work or important matters rather than play or trivialities
From this reading As regards the so-called "loyal" blackies, he looked upon them as mercenaries, giving their loyalty for gain to the stronger side; being more enlightened than others, they realized that Arabi's rebellion could not possibly survive any serious opposition, and that in the end England was bound to crush it--hence their loyalty!
a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location
From this reading As regards the so-called "loyal" blackies, he looked upon them as mercenaries, giving their loyalty for gain to the stronger side; being more enlightened than others, they realized that Arabi's rebellion could not possibly survive any serious opposition, and that in the end England was bound to crush it--hence their loyalty!
inflected form of “slip” — move stealthily
From this reading As he rode up and joined the little party of horsemen, he was in two minds about speaking to Captain Forsyth of the man's suspicious behaviour; but, in the rush of moving off, he had no opportunity, and with the bustle and interest of his new work, the incident entirely slipped from his mind.
so-calledadjectiveUS /ˈsoʊˈkɔːld/
doubtful or suspect
From this reading As regards the so-called "loyal" blackies, he looked upon them as mercenaries, giving their loyalty for gain to the stronger side; being more enlightened than others, they realized that Arabi's rebellion could not possibly survive any serious opposition, and that in the end England was bound to crush it--hence their loyalty!
the utterance of intelligible speech
From this reading As he rode up and joined the little party of horsemen, he was in two minds about speaking to Captain Forsyth of the man's suspicious behaviour; but, in the rush of moving off, he had no opportunity, and with the bustle and interest of his new work, the incident entirely slipped from his mind.
spiesnounUS /spaɪz/
plural of “spy” — (military) a secret agent hired by a state to obtain information about its enemies or by a business to obtain industrial secrets from competitors
From this reading Of course, it was well known that their ranks were crowded with spies--this was only natural--and he felt certain, though unable to prove it, that the man who had just spoken to him was one of these.
uttered through the medium of speech or characterized by speech; sometimes used in combination
From this reading Of course, it was well known that their ranks were crowded with spies--this was only natural--and he felt certain, though unable to prove it, that the man who had just spoken to him was one of these.
comparative of “strong” — having strength or power greater than average or expected
From this reading As regards the so-called "loyal" blackies, he looked upon them as mercenaries, giving their loyalty for gain to the stronger side; being more enlightened than others, they realized that Arabi's rebellion could not possibly survive any serious opposition, and that in the end England was bound to crush it--hence their loyalty!
surviveverbUS /sərˈvaɪv/
continue to live and avoid dying
From this reading As regards the so-called "loyal" blackies, he looked upon them as mercenaries, giving their loyalty for gain to the stronger side; being more enlightened than others, they realized that Arabi's rebellion could not possibly survive any serious opposition, and that in the end England was bound to crush it--hence their loyalty!
an impression that something might be the case
From this reading Of late he had come to regard all Egyptians with suspicion, and, in fact, the entire native population.
suspiciousadjectiveUS /səˈspɪʃəs/
openly distrustful and unwilling to confide
From this reading As he rode up and joined the little party of horsemen, he was in two minds about speaking to Captain Forsyth of the man's suspicious behaviour; but, in the rush of moving off, he had no opportunity, and with the bustle and interest of his new work, the incident entirely slipped from his mind.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading As regards the so-called "loyal" blackies, he looked upon them as mercenaries, giving their loyalty for gain to the stronger side; being more enlightened than others, they realized that Arabi's rebellion could not possibly survive any serious opposition, and that in the end England was bound to crush it--hence their loyalty!
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading ON PATROL It was with very mixed feelings that Helmar rode over to the patrol.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading ON PATROL It was with very mixed feelings that Helmar rode over to the patrol.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading As regards the so-called "loyal" blackies, he looked upon them as mercenaries, giving their loyalty for gain to the stronger side; being more enlightened than others, they realized that Arabi's rebellion could not possibly survive any serious opposition, and that in the end England was bound to crush it--hence their loyalty!
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading As regards the so-called "loyal" blackies, he looked upon them as mercenaries, giving their loyalty for gain to the stronger side; being more enlightened than others, they realized that Arabi's rebellion could not possibly survive any serious opposition, and that in the end England was bound to crush it--hence their loyalty!
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading Of course, it was well known that their ranks were crowded with spies--this was only natural--and he felt certain, though unable to prove it, that the man who had just spoken to him was one of these.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading As regards the so-called "loyal" blackies, he looked upon them as mercenaries, giving their loyalty for gain to the stronger side; being more enlightened than others, they realized that Arabi's rebellion could not possibly survive any serious opposition, and that in the end England was bound to crush it--hence their loyalty!
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading Of course, it was well known that their ranks were crowded with spies--this was only natural--and he felt certain, though unable to prove it, that the man who had just spoken to him was one of these.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading Of course, it was well known that their ranks were crowded with spies--this was only natural--and he felt certain, though unable to prove it, that the man who had just spoken to him was one of these.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading ON PATROL It was with very mixed feelings that Helmar rode over to the patrol.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading As he rode up and joined the little party of horsemen, he was in two minds about speaking to Captain Forsyth of the man's suspicious behaviour; but, in the rush of moving off, he had no opportunity, and with the bustle and interest of his new work, the incident entirely slipped from his mind.
(usually followed by “to”) not having the necessary means or skill or know-how
From this reading Of course, it was well known that their ranks were crowded with spies--this was only natural--and he felt certain, though unable to prove it, that the man who had just spoken to him was one of these.
being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level
From this reading As he rode up and joined the little party of horsemen, he was in two minds about speaking to Captain Forsyth of the man's suspicious behaviour; but, in the rush of moving off, he had no opportunity, and with the bustle and interest of his new work, the incident entirely slipped from his mind.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading As regards the so-called "loyal" blackies, he looked upon them as mercenaries, giving their loyalty for gain to the stronger side; being more enlightened than others, they realized that Arabi's rebellion could not possibly survive any serious opposition, and that in the end England was bound to crush it--hence their loyalty!
precisely as stated
From this reading ON PATROL It was with very mixed feelings that Helmar rode over to the patrol.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading ON PATROL It was with very mixed feelings that Helmar rode over to the patrol.
(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 Of course, it was well known that their ranks were crowded with spies--this was only natural--and he felt certain, though unable to prove it, that the man who had just spoken to him was one of these.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Of course, it was well known that their ranks were crowded with spies--this was only natural--and he felt certain, though unable to prove it, that the man who had just spoken to him was one of these.
which person or people
From this reading Of course, it was well known that their ranks were crowded with spies--this was only natural--and he felt certain, though unable to prove it, that the man who had just spoken to him was one of these.
in the company of; together with
From this reading ON PATROL It was with very mixed feelings that Helmar rode over to the patrol.
exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity
From this reading As he rode up and joined the little party of horsemen, he was in two minds about speaking to Captain Forsyth of the man's suspicious behaviour; but, in the rush of moving off, he had no opportunity, and with the bustle and interest of his new work, the incident entirely slipped from his mind.
