1708
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From this reading 1708-1711 THE VOYAGE WITH WOODES ROGERS[24] Dampier probably obtained the next berth we find him filling through the influence of Woodes Rogers.
1711
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From this reading 1708-1711 THE VOYAGE WITH WOODES ROGERS[24] Dampier probably obtained the next berth we find him filling through the influence of Woodes Rogers.
24
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From this reading 1708-1711 THE VOYAGE WITH WOODES ROGERS[24] Dampier probably obtained the next berth we find him filling through the influence of Woodes Rogers.
used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading At all events his experience would enable him to submit to them that his own, and indeed the failures of others, were owing, not to the voyage being a dangerous or difficult one, not to the courage nor to the superior strength of the enemy, not to any lack of the right kind of qualities amongst the crews, but simply to those undertakings having been badly organised at the start, unwisely officered, and injudiciously conducted.
(of mail) marked with a destination
From this reading Harris tells us that he addressed himself to the merchants of Bristol, who listened to his proposals with patience and interest.
united by being of the same opinion
From this reading The Bristol merchants fully agreed with him, and illustrated the spirit of their concurrence by fitting out two ships and refusing him any post of command.
(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 At all events his experience would enable him to submit to them that his own, and indeed the failures of others, were owing, not to the voyage being a dangerous or difficult one, not to the courage nor to the superior strength of the enemy, not to any lack of the right kind of qualities amongst the crews, but simply to those undertakings having been badly organised at the start, unwisely officered, and injudiciously conducted.
surrounded by; in the company of
From this reading At all events his experience would enable him to submit to them that his own, and indeed the failures of others, were owing, not to the voyage being a dangerous or difficult one, not to the courage nor to the superior strength of the enemy, not to any lack of the right kind of qualities amongst the crews, but simply to those undertakings having been badly organised at the start, unwisely officered, and injudiciously conducted.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading There is no doubt that it was owing to Dampier's influence and representations that the expedition under Rogers was equipped and despatched.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading At all events his experience would enable him to submit to them that his own, and indeed the failures of others, were owing, not to the voyage being a dangerous or difficult one, not to the courage nor to the superior strength of the enemy, not to any lack of the right kind of qualities amongst the crews, but simply to those undertakings having been badly organised at the start, unwisely officered, and injudiciously conducted.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading At all events his experience would enable him to submit to them that his own, and indeed the failures of others, were owing, not to the voyage being a dangerous or difficult one, not to the courage nor to the superior strength of the enemy, not to any lack of the right kind of qualities amongst the crews, but simply to those undertakings having been badly organised at the start, unwisely officered, and injudiciously conducted.
to a severe or serious degree
From this reading At all events his experience would enable him to submit to them that his own, and indeed the failures of others, were owing, not to the voyage being a dangerous or difficult one, not to the courage nor to the superior strength of the enemy, not to any lack of the right kind of qualities amongst the crews, but simply to those undertakings having been badly organised at the start, unwisely officered, and injudiciously conducted.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading At all events his experience would enable him to submit to them that his own, and indeed the failures of others, were owing, not to the voyage being a dangerous or difficult one, not to the courage nor to the superior strength of the enemy, not to any lack of the right kind of qualities amongst the crews, but simply to those undertakings having been badly organised at the start, unwisely officered, and injudiciously conducted.
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading At all events his experience would enable him to submit to them that his own, and indeed the failures of others, were owing, not to the voyage being a dangerous or difficult one, not to the courage nor to the superior strength of the enemy, not to any lack of the right kind of qualities amongst the crews, but simply to those undertakings having been badly organised at the start, unwisely officered, and injudiciously conducted.
berthnounUS /bɜːrθ/
a job in an organization
From this reading 1708-1711 THE VOYAGE WITH WOODES ROGERS[24] Dampier probably obtained the next berth we find him filling through the influence of Woodes Rogers.
BristolnounUS /ˈbrɪstəl/
an industrial city and port in southwestern England near the mouth of the River Avon
From this reading Harris tells us that he addressed himself to the merchants of Bristol, who listened to his proposals with patience and interest.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading At all events his experience would enable him to submit to them that his own, and indeed the failures of others, were owing, not to the voyage being a dangerous or difficult one, not to the courage nor to the superior strength of the enemy, not to any lack of the right kind of qualities amongst the crews, but simply to those undertakings having been badly organised at the start, unwisely officered, and injudiciously conducted.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading The Bristol merchants fully agreed with him, and illustrated the spirit of their concurrence by fitting out two ships and refusing him any post of command.
an authoritative direction or instruction to do something
From this reading The Bristol merchants fully agreed with him, and illustrated the spirit of their concurrence by fitting out two ships and refusing him any post of command.
concurrencenounUS /kənˈkɜːrəns/
agreement of results or opinions
From this reading The Bristol merchants fully agreed with him, and illustrated the spirit of their concurrence by fitting out two ships and refusing him any post of command.
conductedverbUS /kənˈdʌktəd/
past form of “conduct” — direct the course of; manage or control
From this reading At all events his experience would enable him to submit to them that his own, and indeed the failures of others, were owing, not to the voyage being a dangerous or difficult one, not to the courage nor to the superior strength of the enemy, not to any lack of the right kind of qualities amongst the crews, but simply to those undertakings having been badly organised at the start, unwisely officered, and injudiciously conducted.
a quality of spirit that enables you to face danger or pain without showing fear
From this reading At all events his experience would enable him to submit to them that his own, and indeed the failures of others, were owing, not to the voyage being a dangerous or difficult one, not to the courage nor to the superior strength of the enemy, not to any lack of the right kind of qualities amongst the crews, but simply to those undertakings having been badly organised at the start, unwisely officered, and injudiciously conducted.
crewsnounUS /kruːz/
plural of “crew” — the men and women who man a vehicle (ship, aircraft, etc.)
From this reading At all events his experience would enable him to submit to them that his own, and indeed the failures of others, were owing, not to the voyage being a dangerous or difficult one, not to the courage nor to the superior strength of the enemy, not to any lack of the right kind of qualities amongst the crews, but simply to those undertakings having been badly organised at the start, unwisely officered, and injudiciously conducted.
Dampier
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From this reading 1708-1711 THE VOYAGE WITH WOODES ROGERS[24] Dampier probably obtained the next berth we find him filling through the influence of Woodes Rogers.
Dampier's
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From this reading There is no doubt that it was owing to Dampier's influence and representations that the expedition under Rogers was equipped and despatched.
involving or causing danger or risk; liable to hurt or harm
From this reading At all events his experience would enable him to submit to them that his own, and indeed the failures of others, were owing, not to the voyage being a dangerous or difficult one, not to the courage nor to the superior strength of the enemy, not to any lack of the right kind of qualities amongst the crews, but simply to those undertakings having been badly organised at the start, unwisely officered, and injudiciously conducted.
despatched
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From this reading There is no doubt that it was owing to Dampier's influence and representations that the expedition under Rogers was equipped and despatched.
not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure
From this reading At all events his experience would enable him to submit to them that his own, and indeed the failures of others, were owing, not to the voyage being a dangerous or difficult one, not to the courage nor to the superior strength of the enemy, not to any lack of the right kind of qualities amongst the crews, but simply to those undertakings having been badly organised at the start, unwisely officered, and injudiciously conducted.
the state of being unsure of something
From this reading There is no doubt that it was owing to Dampier's influence and representations that the expedition under Rogers was equipped and despatched.
enableverbUS /eˈneɪbəl/
render capable or able for some task
From this reading At all events his experience would enable him to submit to them that his own, and indeed the failures of others, were owing, not to the voyage being a dangerous or difficult one, not to the courage nor to the superior strength of the enemy, not to any lack of the right kind of qualities amongst the crews, but simply to those undertakings having been badly organised at the start, unwisely officered, and injudiciously conducted.
an opposing military force
From this reading At all events his experience would enable him to submit to them that his own, and indeed the failures of others, were owing, not to the voyage being a dangerous or difficult one, not to the courage nor to the superior strength of the enemy, not to any lack of the right kind of qualities amongst the crews, but simply to those undertakings having been badly organised at the start, unwisely officered, and injudiciously conducted.
equippedadjectiveUS /ɪˈkwɪpt/
provided or fitted out with what is necessary or useful or appropriate
From this reading There is no doubt that it was owing to Dampier's influence and representations that the expedition under Rogers was equipped and despatched.
plural of “event” — something that happens at a given place and time
From this reading At all events his experience would enable him to submit to them that his own, and indeed the failures of others, were owing, not to the voyage being a dangerous or difficult one, not to the courage nor to the superior strength of the enemy, not to any lack of the right kind of qualities amongst the crews, but simply to those undertakings having been badly organised at the start, unwisely officered, and injudiciously conducted.
a military campaign designed to achieve a specific objective in a foreign country
From this reading There is no doubt that it was owing to Dampier's influence and representations that the expedition under Rogers was equipped and despatched.
undergo or live through a difficult experience
From this reading At all events his experience would enable him to submit to them that his own, and indeed the failures of others, were owing, not to the voyage being a dangerous or difficult one, not to the courage nor to the superior strength of the enemy, not to any lack of the right kind of qualities amongst the crews, but simply to those undertakings having been badly organised at the start, unwisely officered, and injudiciously conducted.
failuresnounUS /ˈfeɪljərz/
plural of “failure” — an act that fails
From this reading At all events his experience would enable him to submit to them that his own, and indeed the failures of others, were owing, not to the voyage being a dangerous or difficult one, not to the courage nor to the superior strength of the enemy, not to any lack of the right kind of qualities amongst the crews, but simply to those undertakings having been badly organised at the start, unwisely officered, and injudiciously conducted.
fillingnounUS /ˈfɪlɪŋ/
any material that fills a space or container
From this reading 1708-1711 THE VOYAGE WITH WOODES ROGERS[24] Dampier probably obtained the next berth we find him filling through the influence of Woodes Rogers.
come upon, as if by accident; meet with
From this reading 1708-1711 THE VOYAGE WITH WOODES ROGERS[24] Dampier probably obtained the next berth we find him filling through the influence of Woodes Rogers.
fittingadjectiveUS /ˈfɪtɪŋ/
in harmony with the spirit of particular persons or occasion
From this reading The Bristol merchants fully agreed with him, and illustrated the spirit of their concurrence by fitting out two ships and refusing him any post of command.
to the greatest degree or extent; completely or entirely; (“full” in this sense is used as a combining form)
From this reading The Bristol merchants fully agreed with him, and illustrated the spirit of their concurrence by fitting out two ships and refusing him any post of command.
HarrisnounUS /ˈherɪs/
United States author who wrote the stories about Uncle Remus (1848-1908)
From this reading Harris tells us that he addressed himself to the merchants of Bristol, who listened to his proposals with patience and interest.
havingauxiliary verbUS /ˈhævɪŋ/
the -ing form of “have”
From this reading At all events his experience would enable him to submit to them that his own, and indeed the failures of others, were owing, not to the voyage being a dangerous or difficult one, not to the courage nor to the superior strength of the enemy, not to any lack of the right kind of qualities amongst the crews, but simply to those undertakings having been badly organised at the start, unwisely officered, and injudiciously conducted.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Harris tells us that he addressed himself to the merchants of Bristol, who listened to his proposals with patience and interest.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading 1708-1711 THE VOYAGE WITH WOODES ROGERS[24] Dampier probably obtained the next berth we find him filling through the influence of Woodes Rogers.
used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object
From this reading Harris tells us that he addressed himself to the merchants of Bristol, who listened to his proposals with patience and interest.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Harris tells us that he addressed himself to the merchants of Bristol, who listened to his proposals with patience and interest.
illustratedverbUS /ˈɪləstreɪtəd/
past form of “illustrate” — clarify by giving an example of
From this reading The Bristol merchants fully agreed with him, and illustrated the spirit of their concurrence by fitting out two ships and refusing him any post of command.
in truth (often tends to intensify)
From this reading At all events his experience would enable him to submit to them that his own, and indeed the failures of others, were owing, not to the voyage being a dangerous or difficult one, not to the courage nor to the superior strength of the enemy, not to any lack of the right kind of qualities amongst the crews, but simply to those undertakings having been badly organised at the start, unwisely officered, and injudiciously conducted.
a power to affect persons or events especially power based on prestige etc
From this reading 1708-1711 THE VOYAGE WITH WOODES ROGERS[24] Dampier probably obtained the next berth we find him filling through the influence of Woodes Rogers.
injudiciouslyadverb
in an injudicious manner
From this reading At all events his experience would enable him to submit to them that his own, and indeed the failures of others, were owing, not to the voyage being a dangerous or difficult one, not to the courage nor to the superior strength of the enemy, not to any lack of the right kind of qualities amongst the crews, but simply to those undertakings having been badly organised at the start, unwisely officered, and injudiciously conducted.
a sense of concern with and curiosity about someone or something
From this reading Harris tells us that he addressed himself to the merchants of Bristol, who listened to his proposals with patience and interest.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading There is no doubt that it was owing to Dampier's influence and representations that the expedition under Rogers was equipped and despatched.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading There is no doubt that it was owing to Dampier's influence and representations that the expedition under Rogers was equipped and despatched.
having or showing a tender and considerate and helpful nature; used especially of persons and their behavior
From this reading At all events his experience would enable him to submit to them that his own, and indeed the failures of others, were owing, not to the voyage being a dangerous or difficult one, not to the courage nor to the superior strength of the enemy, not to any lack of the right kind of qualities amongst the crews, but simply to those undertakings having been badly organised at the start, unwisely officered, and injudiciously conducted.
the state of needing something that is absent or unavailable
From this reading At all events his experience would enable him to submit to them that his own, and indeed the failures of others, were owing, not to the voyage being a dangerous or difficult one, not to the courage nor to the superior strength of the enemy, not to any lack of the right kind of qualities amongst the crews, but simply to those undertakings having been badly organised at the start, unwisely officered, and injudiciously conducted.
past form of “listen” — hear with intention
From this reading Harris tells us that he addressed himself to the merchants of Bristol, who listened to his proposals with patience and interest.
merchantsnounUS /ˈmɜːrtʃənts/
plural of “merchant” — a businessperson engaged in retail trade
From this reading Harris tells us that he addressed himself to the merchants of Bristol, who listened to his proposals with patience and interest.
immediately following in time or order
From this reading 1708-1711 THE VOYAGE WITH WOODES ROGERS[24] Dampier probably obtained the next berth we find him filling through the influence of Woodes Rogers.
not any; not one
From this reading There is no doubt that it was owing to Dampier's influence and representations that the expedition under Rogers was equipped and despatched.
and not; used after a negative to add a second negative
From this reading At all events his experience would enable him to submit to them that his own, and indeed the failures of others, were owing, not to the voyage being a dangerous or difficult one, not to the courage nor to the superior strength of the enemy, not to any lack of the right kind of qualities amongst the crews, but simply to those undertakings having been badly organised at the start, unwisely officered, and injudiciously conducted.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading At all events his experience would enable him to submit to them that his own, and indeed the failures of others, were owing, not to the voyage being a dangerous or difficult one, not to the courage nor to the superior strength of the enemy, not to any lack of the right kind of qualities amongst the crews, but simply to those undertakings having been badly organised at the start, unwisely officered, and injudiciously conducted.
past form of “obtain” — come into possession of
From this reading 1708-1711 THE VOYAGE WITH WOODES ROGERS[24] Dampier probably obtained the next berth we find him filling through the influence of Woodes Rogers.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading 1708-1711 THE VOYAGE WITH WOODES ROGERS[24] Dampier probably obtained the next berth we find him filling through the influence of Woodes Rogers.
officered
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From this reading At all events his experience would enable him to submit to them that his own, and indeed the failures of others, were owing, not to the voyage being a dangerous or difficult one, not to the courage nor to the superior strength of the enemy, not to any lack of the right kind of qualities amongst the crews, but simply to those undertakings having been badly organised at the start, unwisely officered, and injudiciously conducted.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading At all events his experience would enable him to submit to them that his own, and indeed the failures of others, were owing, not to the voyage being a dangerous or difficult one, not to the courage nor to the superior strength of the enemy, not to any lack of the right kind of qualities amongst the crews, but simply to those undertakings having been badly organised at the start, unwisely officered, and injudiciously conducted.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading At all events his experience would enable him to submit to them that his own, and indeed the failures of others, were owing, not to the voyage being a dangerous or difficult one, not to the courage nor to the superior strength of the enemy, not to any lack of the right kind of qualities amongst the crews, but simply to those undertakings having been badly organised at the start, unwisely officered, and injudiciously conducted.
organisedadjective
being a member of or formed into a labor union
From this reading At all events his experience would enable him to submit to them that his own, and indeed the failures of others, were owing, not to the voyage being a dangerous or difficult one, not to the courage nor to the superior strength of the enemy, not to any lack of the right kind of qualities amongst the crews, but simply to those undertakings having been badly organised at the start, unwisely officered, and injudiciously conducted.
others
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From this reading At all events his experience would enable him to submit to them that his own, and indeed the failures of others, were owing, not to the voyage being a dangerous or difficult one, not to the courage nor to the superior strength of the enemy, not to any lack of the right kind of qualities amongst the crews, but simply to those undertakings having been badly organised at the start, unwisely officered, and injudiciously conducted.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading The Bristol merchants fully agreed with him, and illustrated the spirit of their concurrence by fitting out two ships and refusing him any post of command.
owingadjectiveUS /ˈoʊɪŋ/
owed as a debt
From this reading There is no doubt that it was owing to Dampier's influence and representations that the expedition under Rogers was equipped and despatched.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading At all events his experience would enable him to submit to them that his own, and indeed the failures of others, were owing, not to the voyage being a dangerous or difficult one, not to the courage nor to the superior strength of the enemy, not to any lack of the right kind of qualities amongst the crews, but simply to those undertakings having been badly organised at the start, unwisely officered, and injudiciously conducted.
good-natured tolerance of delay or incompetence
From this reading Harris tells us that he addressed himself to the merchants of Bristol, who listened to his proposals with patience and interest.
affix in a public place or for public notice
From this reading The Bristol merchants fully agreed with him, and illustrated the spirit of their concurrence by fitting out two ships and refusing him any post of command.
with considerable certainty; without much doubt
From this reading 1708-1711 THE VOYAGE WITH WOODES ROGERS[24] Dampier probably obtained the next berth we find him filling through the influence of Woodes Rogers.
proposalsnounUS /prəˈpoʊzəlz/
plural of “proposal” — something proposed (such as a plan or assumption)
From this reading Harris tells us that he addressed himself to the merchants of Bristol, who listened to his proposals with patience and interest.
plural of “quality” — an essential and distinguishing attribute of something or someone
From this reading At all events his experience would enable him to submit to them that his own, and indeed the failures of others, were owing, not to the voyage being a dangerous or difficult one, not to the courage nor to the superior strength of the enemy, not to any lack of the right kind of qualities amongst the crews, but simply to those undertakings having been badly organised at the start, unwisely officered, and injudiciously conducted.
refusingverbUS /rəˈfjuːzɪŋ/
-ing form of “refuse” — show unwillingness towards
From this reading The Bristol merchants fully agreed with him, and illustrated the spirit of their concurrence by fitting out two ships and refusing him any post of command.
representationsnounUS /ˌreprəzənˈteɪʃənz/
plural of “representation” — a presentation to the mind in the form of an idea or image
From this reading There is no doubt that it was owing to Dampier's influence and representations that the expedition under Rogers was equipped and despatched.
precisely, exactly
From this reading At all events his experience would enable him to submit to them that his own, and indeed the failures of others, were owing, not to the voyage being a dangerous or difficult one, not to the courage nor to the superior strength of the enemy, not to any lack of the right kind of qualities amongst the crews, but simply to those undertakings having been badly organised at the start, unwisely officered, and injudiciously conducted.
ROGERSnounUS /ˈrɑːdʒərz/
United States humorist remembered for his homespun commentary on politics and American society (1879-1935)
From this reading 1708-1711 THE VOYAGE WITH WOODES ROGERS[24] Dampier probably obtained the next berth we find him filling through the influence of Woodes Rogers.
plural of “ship” — a vessel that carries passengers or freight
From this reading The Bristol merchants fully agreed with him, and illustrated the spirit of their concurrence by fitting out two ships and refusing him any post of command.
and nothing more
From this reading At all events his experience would enable him to submit to them that his own, and indeed the failures of others, were owing, not to the voyage being a dangerous or difficult one, not to the courage nor to the superior strength of the enemy, not to any lack of the right kind of qualities amongst the crews, but simply to those undertakings having been badly organised at the start, unwisely officered, and injudiciously conducted.
the vital principle or animating force within living things
From this reading The Bristol merchants fully agreed with him, and illustrated the spirit of their concurrence by fitting out two ships and refusing him any post of command.
take the first step or steps in carrying out an action
From this reading At all events his experience would enable him to submit to them that his own, and indeed the failures of others, were owing, not to the voyage being a dangerous or difficult one, not to the courage nor to the superior strength of the enemy, not to any lack of the right kind of qualities amongst the crews, but simply to those undertakings having been badly organised at the start, unwisely officered, and injudiciously conducted.
the property of being physically or mentally strong
From this reading At all events his experience would enable him to submit to them that his own, and indeed the failures of others, were owing, not to the voyage being a dangerous or difficult one, not to the courage nor to the superior strength of the enemy, not to any lack of the right kind of qualities amongst the crews, but simply to those undertakings having been badly organised at the start, unwisely officered, and injudiciously conducted.
submitverbUS /səbˈmɪt/
refer for judgment or consideration
From this reading At all events his experience would enable him to submit to them that his own, and indeed the failures of others, were owing, not to the voyage being a dangerous or difficult one, not to the courage nor to the superior strength of the enemy, not to any lack of the right kind of qualities amongst the crews, but simply to those undertakings having been badly organised at the start, unwisely officered, and injudiciously conducted.
of high or superior quality or performance
From this reading At all events his experience would enable him to submit to them that his own, and indeed the failures of others, were owing, not to the voyage being a dangerous or difficult one, not to the courage nor to the superior strength of the enemy, not to any lack of the right kind of qualities amongst the crews, but simply to those undertakings having been badly organised at the start, unwisely officered, and injudiciously conducted.
plural of “tell” — a Swiss patriot who lived in the early 14th century and who was renowned for his skill as an archer
From this reading Harris tells us that he addressed himself to the merchants of Bristol, who listened to his proposals with patience and interest.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading There is no doubt that it was owing to Dampier's influence and representations that the expedition under Rogers was equipped and despatched.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading 1708-1711 THE VOYAGE WITH WOODES ROGERS[24] Dampier probably obtained the next berth we find him filling through the influence of Woodes Rogers.
belonging to the people or things already mentioned
From this reading The Bristol merchants fully agreed with him, and illustrated the spirit of their concurrence by fitting out two ships and refusing him any post of command.
the people or things already mentioned, as the object
From this reading At all events his experience would enable him to submit to them that his own, and indeed the failures of others, were owing, not to the voyage being a dangerous or difficult one, not to the courage nor to the superior strength of the enemy, not to any lack of the right kind of qualities amongst the crews, but simply to those undertakings having been badly organised at the start, unwisely officered, and injudiciously conducted.
in or at that place or location
From this reading There is no doubt that it was owing to Dampier's influence and representations that the expedition under Rogers was equipped and despatched.
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading At all events his experience would enable him to submit to them that his own, and indeed the failures of others, were owing, not to the voyage being a dangerous or difficult one, not to the courage nor to the superior strength of the enemy, not to any lack of the right kind of qualities amongst the crews, but simply to those undertakings having been badly organised at the start, unwisely officered, and injudiciously conducted.
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading 1708-1711 THE VOYAGE WITH WOODES ROGERS[24] Dampier probably obtained the next berth we find him filling through the influence of Woodes Rogers.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading There is no doubt that it was owing to Dampier's influence and representations that the expedition under Rogers was equipped and despatched.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading The Bristol merchants fully agreed with him, and illustrated the spirit of their concurrence by fitting out two ships and refusing him any post of command.
underprepositionUS /ˈʌndər/
below or beneath something; less than
From this reading There is no doubt that it was owing to Dampier's influence and representations that the expedition under Rogers was equipped and despatched.
undertakingsnounUS /ˈʌndərteɪkɪŋz/
plural of “undertaking” — any piece of work that is undertaken or attempted
From this reading At all events his experience would enable him to submit to them that his own, and indeed the failures of others, were owing, not to the voyage being a dangerous or difficult one, not to the courage nor to the superior strength of the enemy, not to any lack of the right kind of qualities amongst the crews, but simply to those undertakings having been badly organised at the start, unwisely officered, and injudiciously conducted.
unwiselyadverbUS /ənˈwaɪzli/
without good sense or judgment
From this reading At all events his experience would enable him to submit to them that his own, and indeed the failures of others, were owing, not to the voyage being a dangerous or difficult one, not to the courage nor to the superior strength of the enemy, not to any lack of the right kind of qualities amongst the crews, but simply to those undertakings having been badly organised at the start, unwisely officered, and injudiciously conducted.
the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading Harris tells us that he addressed himself to the merchants of Bristol, who listened to his proposals with patience and interest.
an act of traveling by water
From this reading 1708-1711 THE VOYAGE WITH WOODES ROGERS[24] Dampier probably obtained the next berth we find him filling through the influence of Woodes Rogers.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading There is no doubt that it was owing to Dampier's influence and representations that the expedition under Rogers was equipped and despatched.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading 1708-1711 THE VOYAGE WITH WOODES ROGERS[24] Dampier probably obtained the next berth we find him filling through the influence of Woodes Rogers.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading At all events his experience would enable him to submit to them that his own, and indeed the failures of others, were owing, not to the voyage being a dangerous or difficult one, not to the courage nor to the superior strength of the enemy, not to any lack of the right kind of qualities amongst the crews, but simply to those undertakings having been badly organised at the start, unwisely officered, and injudiciously conducted.
which person or people
From this reading Harris tells us that he addressed himself to the merchants of Bristol, who listened to his proposals with patience and interest.
in the company of; together with
From this reading 1708-1711 THE VOYAGE WITH WOODES ROGERS[24] Dampier probably obtained the next berth we find him filling through the influence of Woodes Rogers.
WOODES
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From this reading 1708-1711 THE VOYAGE WITH WOODES ROGERS[24] Dampier probably obtained the next berth we find him filling through the influence of Woodes Rogers.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading At all events his experience would enable him to submit to them that his own, and indeed the failures of others, were owing, not to the voyage being a dangerous or difficult one, not to the courage nor to the superior strength of the enemy, not to any lack of the right kind of qualities amongst the crews, but simply to those undertakings having been badly organised at the start, unwisely officered, and injudiciously conducted.
