Chapter I

used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

From this reading She had a fine discrimination in social matters, and she felt that this occasion, however simple and domestic, was made important by the presence of Arthur Faunce, the young hero of the recent antarctic expedition.

later than; following

From this reading Faunce had not been expected at Mapleton so soon after his triumphant reception in New York, where, exalted into prominence by Overton’s tragic death, he had been hailed as the leading survivor of the brave band of explorers.

(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but

From this reading But, with that infatuated zeal with which the moth seeks the candle, he had returned almost immediately to the place where he was sure to feel the radiant flame of Diane Herford’s charm.

used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading _Author of “The Impersonator,” “The Reaping,” “Caleb Trench,” “The Man in the Street,” etc._ DIANE controlled the secret distress which the mere mention of Overton’s name made immeasurably keen, and tried to give her undivided attention to the entertainment of her father’s guests.

the region around the south pole: Antarctica and surrounding waters

From this reading She had a fine discrimination in social matters, and she felt that this occasion, however simple and domestic, was made important by the presence of Arthur Faunce, the young hero of the recent antarctic expedition.

elected vice president and became 21st President of the United States when Garfield was assassinated (1830-1886)

From this reading She had a fine discrimination in social matters, and she felt that this occasion, however simple and domestic, was made important by the presence of Arthur Faunce, the young hero of the recent antarctic expedition.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading Faunce had not been expected at Mapleton so soon after his triumphant reception in New York, where, exalted into prominence by Overton’s tragic death, he had been hailed as the leading survivor of the brave band of explorers.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Faunce had not been expected at Mapleton so soon after his triumphant reception in New York, where, exalted into prominence by Overton’s tragic death, he had been hailed as the leading survivor of the brave band of explorers.

the process whereby a person concentrates on some features of the environment to the (relative) exclusion of others

From this reading _Author of “The Impersonator,” “The Reaping,” “Caleb Trench,” “The Man in the Street,” etc._ DIANE controlled the secret distress which the mere mention of Overton’s name made immeasurably keen, and tried to give her undivided attention to the entertainment of her father’s guests.

writes (books or stories or articles or the like) professionally (for pay)

From this reading _Author of “The Impersonator,” “The Reaping,” “Caleb Trench,” “The Man in the Street,” etc._ DIANE controlled the secret distress which the mere mention of Overton’s name made immeasurably keen, and tried to give her undivided attention to the entertainment of her father’s guests.

(sometimes followed by “of”) having or showing knowledge or understanding or realization or perception

From this reading However well aware she may have been in the past of the young man’s incipient infatuation, Diane had almost forgotten those early passages in their lives when she had made a conquest of a college boy’s heart at a time when, with the sublime optimism of youth, he had worn it joyously upon his sleeve.

an unofficial association of people or groups

From this reading Faunce had not been expected at Mapleton so soon after his triumphant reception in New York, where, exalted into prominence by Overton’s tragic death, he had been hailed as the leading survivor of the brave band of explorers.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Faunce had not been expected at Mapleton so soon after his triumphant reception in New York, where, exalted into prominence by Overton’s tragic death, he had been hailed as the leading survivor of the brave band of explorers.

possessive form of “boy” — a youthful male person

From this reading However well aware she may have been in the past of the young man’s incipient infatuation, Diane had almost forgotten those early passages in their lives when she had made a conquest of a college boy’s heart at a time when, with the sublime optimism of youth, he had worn it joyously upon his sleeve.

possessing or displaying courage; able to face and deal with danger or fear without flinching

From this reading Faunce had not been expected at Mapleton so soon after his triumphant reception in New York, where, exalted into prominence by Overton’s tragic death, he had been hailed as the leading survivor of the brave band of explorers.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading But, with that infatuated zeal with which the moth seeks the candle, he had returned almost immediately to the place where he was sure to feel the radiant flame of Diane Herford’s charm.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading She had a fine discrimination in social matters, and she felt that this occasion, however simple and domestic, was made important by the presence of Arthur Faunce, the young hero of the recent antarctic expedition.

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From this reading _Author of “The Impersonator,” “The Reaping,” “Caleb Trench,” “The Man in the Street,” etc._ DIANE controlled the secret distress which the mere mention of Overton’s name made immeasurably keen, and tried to give her undivided attention to the entertainment of her father’s guests.

stick of wax with a wick in the middle

From this reading But, with that infatuated zeal with which the moth seeks the candle, he had returned almost immediately to the place where he was sure to feel the radiant flame of Diane Herford’s charm.

attractiveness that interests or pleases or stimulates

From this reading But, with that infatuated zeal with which the moth seeks the candle, he had returned almost immediately to the place where he was sure to feel the radiant flame of Diane Herford’s charm.

the body of faculty and students of a college

From this reading However well aware she may have been in the past of the young man’s incipient infatuation, Diane had almost forgotten those early passages in their lives when she had made a conquest of a college boy’s heart at a time when, with the sublime optimism of youth, he had worn it joyously upon his sleeve.

the act of conquering

From this reading However well aware she may have been in the past of the young man’s incipient infatuation, Diane had almost forgotten those early passages in their lives when she had made a conquest of a college boy’s heart at a time when, with the sublime optimism of youth, he had worn it joyously upon his sleeve.

restrained or managed or kept within certain bounds

From this reading _Author of “The Impersonator,” “The Reaping,” “Caleb Trench,” “The Man in the Street,” etc._ DIANE controlled the secret distress which the mere mention of Overton’s name made immeasurably keen, and tried to give her undivided attention to the entertainment of her father’s guests.

the event of dying or departure from life

From this reading Faunce had not been expected at Mapleton so soon after his triumphant reception in New York, where, exalted into prominence by Overton’s tragic death, he had been hailed as the leading survivor of the brave band of explorers.

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From this reading _Author of “The Impersonator,” “The Reaping,” “Caleb Trench,” “The Man in the Street,” etc._ DIANE controlled the secret distress which the mere mention of Overton’s name made immeasurably keen, and tried to give her undivided attention to the entertainment of her father’s guests.

unfair treatment of a person or group on the basis of prejudice

From this reading She had a fine discrimination in social matters, and she felt that this occasion, however simple and domestic, was made important by the presence of Arthur Faunce, the young hero of the recent antarctic expedition.

psychological suffering

From this reading _Author of “The Impersonator,” “The Reaping,” “Caleb Trench,” “The Man in the Street,” etc._ DIANE controlled the secret distress which the mere mention of Overton’s name made immeasurably keen, and tried to give her undivided attention to the entertainment of her father’s guests.

of concern to or concerning the internal affairs of a nation

From this reading She had a fine discrimination in social matters, and she felt that this occasion, however simple and domestic, was made important by the presence of Arthur Faunce, the young hero of the recent antarctic expedition.

at or near the beginning of a period of time or course of events or before the usual or expected time

From this reading However well aware she may have been in the past of the young man’s incipient infatuation, Diane had almost forgotten those early passages in their lives when she had made a conquest of a college boy’s heart at a time when, with the sublime optimism of youth, he had worn it joyously upon his sleeve.

an activity that is diverting and that holds the attention

From this reading _Author of “The Impersonator,” “The Reaping,” “Caleb Trench,” “The Man in the Street,” etc._ DIANE controlled the secret distress which the mere mention of Overton’s name made immeasurably keen, and tried to give her undivided attention to the entertainment of her father’s guests.

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From this reading _Author of “The Impersonator,” “The Reaping,” “Caleb Trench,” “The Man in the Street,” etc._ DIANE controlled the secret distress which the mere mention of Overton’s name made immeasurably keen, and tried to give her undivided attention to the entertainment of her father’s guests.

of high moral or intellectual value; elevated in nature or style

From this reading Faunce had not been expected at Mapleton so soon after his triumphant reception in New York, where, exalted into prominence by Overton’s tragic death, he had been hailed as the leading survivor of the brave band of explorers.

considered likely or probable to happen or arrive

From this reading Faunce had not been expected at Mapleton so soon after his triumphant reception in New York, where, exalted into prominence by Overton’s tragic death, he had been hailed as the leading survivor of the brave band of explorers.

a military campaign designed to achieve a specific objective in a foreign country

From this reading She had a fine discrimination in social matters, and she felt that this occasion, however simple and domestic, was made important by the presence of Arthur Faunce, the young hero of the recent antarctic expedition.

plural of “explorer” — someone who travels into little known regions (especially for some scientific purpose)

From this reading Faunce had not been expected at Mapleton so soon after his triumphant reception in New York, where, exalted into prominence by Overton’s tragic death, he had been hailed as the leading survivor of the brave band of explorers.

possessive form of “father” — a male parent (also used as a term of address to your father)

From this reading _Author of “The Impersonator,” “The Reaping,” “Caleb Trench,” “The Man in the Street,” etc._ DIANE controlled the secret distress which the mere mention of Overton’s name made immeasurably keen, and tried to give her undivided attention to the entertainment of her father’s guests.

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From this reading She had a fine discrimination in social matters, and she felt that this occasion, however simple and domestic, was made important by the presence of Arthur Faunce, the young hero of the recent antarctic expedition.

undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind

From this reading But, with that infatuated zeal with which the moth seeks the candle, he had returned almost immediately to the place where he was sure to feel the radiant flame of Diane Herford’s charm.

mat together and make felt-like

From this reading She had a fine discrimination in social matters, and she felt that this occasion, however simple and domestic, was made important by the presence of Arthur Faunce, the young hero of the recent antarctic expedition.

being satisfactory or in satisfactory condition

From this reading She had a fine discrimination in social matters, and she felt that this occasion, however simple and domestic, was made important by the presence of Arthur Faunce, the young hero of the recent antarctic expedition.

A hot glowing body of ignited gas produced by fire.

From this reading But, with that infatuated zeal with which the moth seeks the candle, he had returned almost immediately to the place where he was sure to feel the radiant flame of Diane Herford’s charm.

Not remembered; lapsed from memory.

From this reading However well aware she may have been in the past of the young man’s incipient infatuation, Diane had almost forgotten those early passages in their lives when she had made a conquest of a college boy’s heart at a time when, with the sublime optimism of youth, he had worn it joyously upon his sleeve.

cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense

From this reading _Author of “The Impersonator,” “The Reaping,” “Caleb Trench,” “The Man in the Street,” etc._ DIANE controlled the secret distress which the mere mention of Overton’s name made immeasurably keen, and tried to give her undivided attention to the entertainment of her father’s guests.

plural of “guest” — a visitor to whom hospitality is extended

From this reading _Author of “The Impersonator,” “The Reaping,” “Caleb Trench,” “The Man in the Street,” etc._ DIANE controlled the secret distress which the mere mention of Overton’s name made immeasurably keen, and tried to give her undivided attention to the entertainment of her father’s guests.

the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect

From this reading She had a fine discrimination in social matters, and she felt that this occasion, however simple and domestic, was made important by the presence of Arthur Faunce, the young hero of the recent antarctic expedition.

past form of “hail” — praise vociferously

From this reading Faunce had not been expected at Mapleton so soon after his triumphant reception in New York, where, exalted into prominence by Overton’s tragic death, he had been hailed as the leading survivor of the brave band of explorers.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading However well aware she may have been in the past of the young man’s incipient infatuation, Diane had almost forgotten those early passages in their lives when she had made a conquest of a college boy’s heart at a time when, with the sublime optimism of youth, he had worn it joyously upon his sleeve.

a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading Faunce had not been expected at Mapleton so soon after his triumphant reception in New York, where, exalted into prominence by Overton’s tragic death, he had been hailed as the leading survivor of the brave band of explorers.

the locus of feelings and intuitions

From this reading However well aware she may have been in the past of the young man’s incipient infatuation, Diane had almost forgotten those early passages in their lives when she had made a conquest of a college boy’s heart at a time when, with the sublime optimism of youth, he had worn it joyously upon his sleeve.

belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned

From this reading _Author of “The Impersonator,” “The Reaping,” “Caleb Trench,” “The Man in the Street,” etc._ DIANE controlled the secret distress which the mere mention of Overton’s name made immeasurably keen, and tried to give her undivided attention to the entertainment of her father’s guests.

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From this reading But, with that infatuated zeal with which the moth seeks the candle, he had returned almost immediately to the place where he was sure to feel the radiant flame of Diane Herford’s charm.

a man distinguished by exceptional courage and nobility and strength

From this reading She had a fine discrimination in social matters, and she felt that this occasion, however simple and domestic, was made important by the presence of Arthur Faunce, the young hero of the recent antarctic expedition.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading Faunce had not been expected at Mapleton so soon after his triumphant reception in New York, where, exalted into prominence by Overton’s tragic death, he had been hailed as the leading survivor of the brave band of explorers.

used to add a contrasting statement

From this reading She had a fine discrimination in social matters, and she felt that this occasion, however simple and domestic, was made important by the presence of Arthur Faunce, the young hero of the recent antarctic expedition.

to an immeasurable degree; beyond measurement

From this reading _Author of “The Impersonator,” “The Reaping,” “Caleb Trench,” “The Man in the Street,” etc._ DIANE controlled the secret distress which the mere mention of Overton’s name made immeasurably keen, and tried to give her undivided attention to the entertainment of her father’s guests.

without delay or hesitation; with no time intervening

From this reading But, with that infatuated zeal with which the moth seeks the candle, he had returned almost immediately to the place where he was sure to feel the radiant flame of Diane Herford’s charm.

someone who (fraudulently) assumes the appearance of another

From this reading _Author of “The Impersonator,” “The Reaping,” “Caleb Trench,” “The Man in the Street,” etc._ DIANE controlled the secret distress which the mere mention of Overton’s name made immeasurably keen, and tried to give her undivided attention to the entertainment of her father’s guests.

of great significance or value

From this reading She had a fine discrimination in social matters, and she felt that this occasion, however simple and domestic, was made important by the presence of Arthur Faunce, the young hero of the recent antarctic expedition.

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading _Author of “The Impersonator,” “The Reaping,” “Caleb Trench,” “The Man in the Street,” etc._ DIANE controlled the secret distress which the mere mention of Overton’s name made immeasurably keen, and tried to give her undivided attention to the entertainment of her father’s guests.

only partly in existence; imperfectly formed

From this reading However well aware she may have been in the past of the young man’s incipient infatuation, Diane had almost forgotten those early passages in their lives when she had made a conquest of a college boy’s heart at a time when, with the sublime optimism of youth, he had worn it joyously upon his sleeve.

marked by foolish or unreasoning fondness

From this reading But, with that infatuated zeal with which the moth seeks the candle, he had returned almost immediately to the place where he was sure to feel the radiant flame of Diane Herford’s charm.

a foolish and usually extravagant passion or love or admiration

From this reading However well aware she may have been in the past of the young man’s incipient infatuation, Diane had almost forgotten those early passages in their lives when she had made a conquest of a college boy’s heart at a time when, with the sublime optimism of youth, he had worn it joyously upon his sleeve.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading Faunce had not been expected at Mapleton so soon after his triumphant reception in New York, where, exalted into prominence by Overton’s tragic death, he had been hailed as the leading survivor of the brave band of explorers.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading However well aware she may have been in the past of the young man’s incipient infatuation, Diane had almost forgotten those early passages in their lives when she had made a conquest of a college boy’s heart at a time when, with the sublime optimism of youth, he had worn it joyously upon his sleeve.

in a joyous and gleeful manner

From this reading However well aware she may have been in the past of the young man’s incipient infatuation, Diane had almost forgotten those early passages in their lives when she had made a conquest of a college boy’s heart at a time when, with the sublime optimism of youth, he had worn it joyously upon his sleeve.

having or demonstrating ability to recognize or draw fine distinctions

From this reading _Author of “The Impersonator,” “The Reaping,” “Caleb Trench,” “The Man in the Street,” etc._ DIANE controlled the secret distress which the mere mention of Overton’s name made immeasurably keen, and tried to give her undivided attention to the entertainment of her father’s guests.

indicating the most important performer or role

From this reading Faunce had not been expected at Mapleton so soon after his triumphant reception in New York, where, exalted into prominence by Overton’s tragic death, he had been hailed as the leading survivor of the brave band of explorers.

plural of “life” — a characteristic state or mode of living

From this reading However well aware she may have been in the past of the young man’s incipient infatuation, Diane had almost forgotten those early passages in their lives when she had made a conquest of a college boy’s heart at a time when, with the sublime optimism of youth, he had worn it joyously upon his sleeve.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading _Author of “The Impersonator,” “The Reaping,” “Caleb Trench,” “The Man in the Street,” etc._ DIANE controlled the secret distress which the mere mention of Overton’s name made immeasurably keen, and tried to give her undivided attention to the entertainment of her father’s guests.

an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading _Author of “The Impersonator,” “The Reaping,” “Caleb Trench,” “The Man in the Street,” etc._ DIANE controlled the secret distress which the mere mention of Overton’s name made immeasurably keen, and tried to give her undivided attention to the entertainment of her father’s guests.

possessive form of “man” — an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading However well aware she may have been in the past of the young man’s incipient infatuation, Diane had almost forgotten those early passages in their lives when she had made a conquest of a college boy’s heart at a time when, with the sublime optimism of youth, he had worn it joyously upon his sleeve.

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From this reading Faunce had not been expected at Mapleton so soon after his triumphant reception in New York, where, exalted into prominence by Overton’s tragic death, he had been hailed as the leading survivor of the brave band of explorers.

plural of “matter” — a vaguely specified concern

From this reading She had a fine discrimination in social matters, and she felt that this occasion, however simple and domestic, was made important by the presence of Arthur Faunce, the young hero of the recent antarctic expedition.

used to say something is possible, or to give permission

From this reading However well aware she may have been in the past of the young man’s incipient infatuation, Diane had almost forgotten those early passages in their lives when she had made a conquest of a college boy’s heart at a time when, with the sublime optimism of youth, he had worn it joyously upon his sleeve.

make reference to

From this reading _Author of “The Impersonator,” “The Reaping,” “Caleb Trench,” “The Man in the Street,” etc._ DIANE controlled the secret distress which the mere mention of Overton’s name made immeasurably keen, and tried to give her undivided attention to the entertainment of her father’s guests.

being nothing more than specified

From this reading _Author of “The Impersonator,” “The Reaping,” “Caleb Trench,” “The Man in the Street,” etc._ DIANE controlled the secret distress which the mere mention of Overton’s name made immeasurably keen, and tried to give her undivided attention to the entertainment of her father’s guests.

typically crepuscular or nocturnal insect having a stout body and feathery or hairlike antennae

From this reading But, with that infatuated zeal with which the moth seeks the candle, he had returned almost immediately to the place where he was sure to feel the radiant flame of Diane Herford’s charm.

assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading _Author of “The Impersonator,” “The Reaping,” “Caleb Trench,” “The Man in the Street,” etc._ DIANE controlled the secret distress which the mere mention of Overton’s name made immeasurably keen, and tried to give her undivided attention to the entertainment of her father’s guests.

not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered

From this reading Faunce had not been expected at Mapleton so soon after his triumphant reception in New York, where, exalted into prominence by Overton’s tragic death, he had been hailed as the leading survivor of the brave band of explorers.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Faunce had not been expected at Mapleton so soon after his triumphant reception in New York, where, exalted into prominence by Overton’s tragic death, he had been hailed as the leading survivor of the brave band of explorers.

an event that occurs at a critical time

From this reading She had a fine discrimination in social matters, and she felt that this occasion, however simple and domestic, was made important by the presence of Arthur Faunce, the young hero of the recent antarctic expedition.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading _Author of “The Impersonator,” “The Reaping,” “Caleb Trench,” “The Man in the Street,” etc._ DIANE controlled the secret distress which the mere mention of Overton’s name made immeasurably keen, and tried to give her undivided attention to the entertainment of her father’s guests.

the optimistic feeling that all is going to turn out well

From this reading However well aware she may have been in the past of the young man’s incipient infatuation, Diane had almost forgotten those early passages in their lives when she had made a conquest of a college boy’s heart at a time when, with the sublime optimism of youth, he had worn it joyously upon his sleeve.

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From this reading _Author of “The Impersonator,” “The Reaping,” “Caleb Trench,” “The Man in the Street,” etc._ DIANE controlled the secret distress which the mere mention of Overton’s name made immeasurably keen, and tried to give her undivided attention to the entertainment of her father’s guests.

plural of “passage” — the act of passing from one state or place to the next

From this reading However well aware she may have been in the past of the young man’s incipient infatuation, Diane had almost forgotten those early passages in their lives when she had made a conquest of a college boy’s heart at a time when, with the sublime optimism of youth, he had worn it joyously upon his sleeve.

the time that has elapsed

From this reading However well aware she may have been in the past of the young man’s incipient infatuation, Diane had almost forgotten those early passages in their lives when she had made a conquest of a college boy’s heart at a time when, with the sublime optimism of youth, he had worn it joyously upon his sleeve.

a point located with respect to surface features of some region

From this reading But, with that infatuated zeal with which the moth seeks the candle, he had returned almost immediately to the place where he was sure to feel the radiant flame of Diane Herford’s charm.

the state of being present; current existence

From this reading She had a fine discrimination in social matters, and she felt that this occasion, however simple and domestic, was made important by the presence of Arthur Faunce, the young hero of the recent antarctic expedition.

the state of being prominent: widely known or eminent

From this reading Faunce had not been expected at Mapleton so soon after his triumphant reception in New York, where, exalted into prominence by Overton’s tragic death, he had been hailed as the leading survivor of the brave band of explorers.

radiating or as if radiating light

From this reading But, with that infatuated zeal with which the moth seeks the candle, he had returned almost immediately to the place where he was sure to feel the radiant flame of Diane Herford’s charm.

-ing form of “reap” — gather, as of natural products

From this reading _Author of “The Impersonator,” “The Reaping,” “Caleb Trench,” “The Man in the Street,” etc._ DIANE controlled the secret distress which the mere mention of Overton’s name made immeasurably keen, and tried to give her undivided attention to the entertainment of her father’s guests.

new

From this reading She had a fine discrimination in social matters, and she felt that this occasion, however simple and domestic, was made important by the presence of Arthur Faunce, the young hero of the recent antarctic expedition.

the manner in which something is greeted

From this reading Faunce had not been expected at Mapleton so soon after his triumphant reception in New York, where, exalted into prominence by Overton’s tragic death, he had been hailed as the leading survivor of the brave band of explorers.

past form of “return” — go or come back to place, condition, or activity where one has been before

From this reading But, with that infatuated zeal with which the moth seeks the candle, he had returned almost immediately to the place where he was sure to feel the radiant flame of Diane Herford’s charm.

Something that is kept or meant to be kept unknown or unseen by others.

From this reading _Author of “The Impersonator,” “The Reaping,” “Caleb Trench,” “The Man in the Street,” etc._ DIANE controlled the secret distress which the mere mention of Overton’s name made immeasurably keen, and tried to give her undivided attention to the entertainment of her father’s guests.

plural of “seek” — the movement of a read/write head to a specific data track on a disk

From this reading But, with that infatuated zeal with which the moth seeks the candle, he had returned almost immediately to the place where he was sure to feel the radiant flame of Diane Herford’s charm.

a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading She had a fine discrimination in social matters, and she felt that this occasion, however simple and domestic, was made important by the presence of Arthur Faunce, the young hero of the recent antarctic expedition.

having few parts; not complex or complicated or involved

From this reading She had a fine discrimination in social matters, and she felt that this occasion, however simple and domestic, was made important by the presence of Arthur Faunce, the young hero of the recent antarctic expedition.

the part of a garment that is attached at the armhole and that provides a cloth covering for the arm

From this reading However well aware she may have been in the past of the young man’s incipient infatuation, Diane had almost forgotten those early passages in their lives when she had made a conquest of a college boy’s heart at a time when, with the sublime optimism of youth, he had worn it joyously upon his sleeve.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading Faunce had not been expected at Mapleton so soon after his triumphant reception in New York, where, exalted into prominence by Overton’s tragic death, he had been hailed as the leading survivor of the brave band of explorers.

relating to human society and its members

From this reading She had a fine discrimination in social matters, and she felt that this occasion, however simple and domestic, was made important by the presence of Arthur Faunce, the young hero of the recent antarctic expedition.

in the near future

From this reading Faunce had not been expected at Mapleton so soon after his triumphant reception in New York, where, exalted into prominence by Overton’s tragic death, he had been hailed as the leading survivor of the brave band of explorers.

a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings

From this reading _Author of “The Impersonator,” “The Reaping,” “Caleb Trench,” “The Man in the Street,” etc._ DIANE controlled the secret distress which the mere mention of Overton’s name made immeasurably keen, and tried to give her undivided attention to the entertainment of her father’s guests.

inspiring awe

From this reading However well aware she may have been in the past of the young man’s incipient infatuation, Diane had almost forgotten those early passages in their lives when she had made a conquest of a college boy’s heart at a time when, with the sublime optimism of youth, he had worn it joyously upon his sleeve.

having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured

From this reading But, with that infatuated zeal with which the moth seeks the candle, he had returned almost immediately to the place where he was sure to feel the radiant flame of Diane Herford’s charm.

one who lives through affliction

From this reading Faunce had not been expected at Mapleton so soon after his triumphant reception in New York, where, exalted into prominence by Overton’s tragic death, he had been hailed as the leading survivor of the brave band of explorers.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading She had a fine discrimination in social matters, and she felt that this occasion, however simple and domestic, was made important by the presence of Arthur Faunce, the young hero of the recent antarctic expedition.

used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind

From this reading _Author of “The Impersonator,” “The Reaping,” “Caleb Trench,” “The Man in the Street,” etc._ DIANE controlled the secret distress which the mere mention of Overton’s name made immeasurably keen, and tried to give her undivided attention to the entertainment of her father’s guests.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading However well aware she may have been in the past of the young man’s incipient infatuation, Diane had almost forgotten those early passages in their lives when she had made a conquest of a college boy’s heart at a time when, with the sublime optimism of youth, he had worn it joyously upon his sleeve.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading She had a fine discrimination in social matters, and she felt that this occasion, however simple and domestic, was made important by the presence of Arthur Faunce, the young hero of the recent antarctic expedition.

the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known

From this reading However well aware she may have been in the past of the young man’s incipient infatuation, Diane had almost forgotten those early passages in their lives when she had made a conquest of a college boy’s heart at a time when, with the sublime optimism of youth, he had worn it joyously upon his sleeve.

an instance or single occasion for some event

From this reading However well aware she may have been in the past of the young man’s incipient infatuation, Diane had almost forgotten those early passages in their lives when she had made a conquest of a college boy’s heart at a time when, with the sublime optimism of youth, he had worn it joyously upon his sleeve.

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading _Author of “The Impersonator,” “The Reaping,” “Caleb Trench,” “The Man in the Street,” etc._ DIANE controlled the secret distress which the mere mention of Overton’s name made immeasurably keen, and tried to give her undivided attention to the entertainment of her father’s guests.

very sad; especially involving grief or death or destruction

From this reading Faunce had not been expected at Mapleton so soon after his triumphant reception in New York, where, exalted into prominence by Overton’s tragic death, he had been hailed as the leading survivor of the brave band of explorers.

a ditch dug as a fortification having a parapet of the excavated earth

From this reading _Author of “The Impersonator,” “The Reaping,” “Caleb Trench,” “The Man in the Street,” etc._ DIANE controlled the secret distress which the mere mention of Overton’s name made immeasurably keen, and tried to give her undivided attention to the entertainment of her father’s guests.

tested and proved useful or correct

From this reading _Author of “The Impersonator,” “The Reaping,” “Caleb Trench,” “The Man in the Street,” etc._ DIANE controlled the secret distress which the mere mention of Overton’s name made immeasurably keen, and tried to give her undivided attention to the entertainment of her father’s guests.

joyful and proud especially because of triumph or success

From this reading Faunce had not been expected at Mapleton so soon after his triumphant reception in New York, where, exalted into prominence by Overton’s tragic death, he had been hailed as the leading survivor of the brave band of explorers.

not parted by conflict of opinion

From this reading _Author of “The Impersonator,” “The Reaping,” “Caleb Trench,” “The Man in the Street,” etc._ DIANE controlled the secret distress which the mere mention of Overton’s name made immeasurably keen, and tried to give her undivided attention to the entertainment of her father’s guests.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading However well aware she may have been in the past of the young man’s incipient infatuation, Diane had almost forgotten those early passages in their lives when she had made a conquest of a college boy’s heart at a time when, with the sublime optimism of youth, he had worn it joyously upon his sleeve.

the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading She had a fine discrimination in social matters, and she felt that this occasion, however simple and domestic, was made important by the presence of Arthur Faunce, the young hero of the recent antarctic expedition.

(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 However well aware she may have been in the past of the young man’s incipient infatuation, Diane had almost forgotten those early passages in their lives when she had made a conquest of a college boy’s heart at a time when, with the sublime optimism of youth, he had worn it joyously upon his sleeve.

at the time that

From this reading However well aware she may have been in the past of the young man’s incipient infatuation, Diane had almost forgotten those early passages in their lives when she had made a conquest of a college boy’s heart at a time when, with the sublime optimism of youth, he had worn it joyously upon his sleeve.

in or at the place that

From this reading Faunce had not been expected at Mapleton so soon after his triumphant reception in New York, where, exalted into prominence by Overton’s tragic death, he had been hailed as the leading survivor of the brave band of explorers.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading _Author of “The Impersonator,” “The Reaping,” “Caleb Trench,” “The Man in the Street,” etc._ DIANE controlled the secret distress which the mere mention of Overton’s name made immeasurably keen, and tried to give her undivided attention to the entertainment of her father’s guests.

in the company of; together with

From this reading But, with that infatuated zeal with which the moth seeks the candle, he had returned almost immediately to the place where he was sure to feel the radiant flame of Diane Herford’s charm.

Damaged or thinned by continuous use.

From this reading However well aware she may have been in the past of the young man’s incipient infatuation, Diane had almost forgotten those early passages in their lives when she had made a conquest of a college boy’s heart at a time when, with the sublime optimism of youth, he had worn it joyously upon his sleeve.

the English royal house (a branch of the Plantagenet line) that reigned from 1461 to 1485; its emblem was a white rose

From this reading Faunce had not been expected at Mapleton so soon after his triumphant reception in New York, where, exalted into prominence by Overton’s tragic death, he had been hailed as the leading survivor of the brave band of explorers.

(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth

From this reading She had a fine discrimination in social matters, and she felt that this occasion, however simple and domestic, was made important by the presence of Arthur Faunce, the young hero of the recent antarctic expedition.

a young person (especially a young man or boy)

From this reading However well aware she may have been in the past of the young man’s incipient infatuation, Diane had almost forgotten those early passages in their lives when she had made a conquest of a college boy’s heart at a time when, with the sublime optimism of youth, he had worn it joyously upon his sleeve.

a feeling of strong eagerness (usually in favor of a person or cause)

From this reading But, with that infatuated zeal with which the moth seeks the candle, he had returned almost immediately to the place where he was sure to feel the radiant flame of Diane Herford’s charm.