It was greatly swollen, and rushed fiercely over precipitous rocks.

At the same time, even in the rain and tempest, to cross the bridge was not to be thought of.

The guide pointed out a house belonging to one of our friend's clan who immediately provided a horse and accompanied us to a ford.

When we reached the ford he hesitated to cross, so deep and rapid was the flood.

No persuasion could induce him to make the experiment.