used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Amateur Theatricals The half-term had seen Aldred at the head of her form, and by dint of hard application she managed to keep her position there fairly steadily; with such a clever rival as Ursula to contend against, it was impossible to win the coveted prize every week, but she scored a success so often that her average record was higher than that of anyone else.
touching and pressing; in opposition to
From this reading Amateur Theatricals The half-term had seen Aldred at the head of her form, and by dint of hard application she managed to keep her position there fairly steadily; with such a clever rival as Ursula to contend against, it was impossible to win the coveted prize every week, but she scored a success so often that her average record was higher than that of anyone else.
Aldred
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From this reading Amateur Theatricals The half-term had seen Aldred at the head of her form, and by dint of hard application she managed to keep her position there fairly steadily; with such a clever rival as Ursula to contend against, it was impossible to win the coveted prize every week, but she scored a success so often that her average record was higher than that of anyone else.
the form of “be” used with “I”
From this reading "I am glad to hear you are settling down and becoming more reasonable," ran her letter to Aldred.
AmateurnounUS /ˈæmətɜːr/
someone who pursues a study or sport as a pastime
From this reading Amateur Theatricals The half-term had seen Aldred at the head of her form, and by dint of hard application she managed to keep her position there fairly steadily; with such a clever rival as Ursula to contend against, it was impossible to win the coveted prize every week, but she scored a success so often that her average record was higher than that of anyone else.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading Amateur Theatricals The half-term had seen Aldred at the head of her form, and by dint of hard application she managed to keep her position there fairly steadily; with such a clever rival as Ursula to contend against, it was impossible to win the coveted prize every week, but she scored a success so often that her average record was higher than that of anyone else.
any person at all
From this reading Amateur Theatricals The half-term had seen Aldred at the head of her form, and by dint of hard application she managed to keep her position there fairly steadily; with such a clever rival as Ursula to contend against, it was impossible to win the coveted prize every week, but she scored a success so often that her average record was higher than that of anyone else.
applicationnounUS /ˌæpləˈkeɪʃən/
the act of bringing something to bear; using it for a particular purpose
From this reading Amateur Theatricals The half-term had seen Aldred at the head of her form, and by dint of hard application she managed to keep her position there fairly steadily; with such a clever rival as Ursula to contend against, it was impossible to win the coveted prize every week, but she scored a success so often that her average record was higher than that of anyone else.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading "I am glad to hear you are settling down and becoming more reasonable," ran her letter to Aldred.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Amateur Theatricals The half-term had seen Aldred at the head of her form, and by dint of hard application she managed to keep her position there fairly steadily; with such a clever rival as Ursula to contend against, it was impossible to win the coveted prize every week, but she scored a success so often that her average record was higher than that of anyone else.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading Amateur Theatricals The half-term had seen Aldred at the head of her form, and by dint of hard application she managed to keep her position there fairly steadily; with such a clever rival as Ursula to contend against, it was impossible to win the coveted prize every week, but she scored a success so often that her average record was higher than that of anyone else.
a particular environment or surrounding influence
From this reading Aldred had been sent to her with a reputation for both shirking lessons and defying authority, so she flattered herself that the atmosphere of Birkwood had worked a change, and remedied both these defects.
the sister of your father or mother; the wife of your uncle
From this reading Aunt Bertha, who was kept well informed of her niece's progress, wrote to express satisfaction.
the power or right to give orders or make decisions
From this reading Aldred had been sent to her with a reputation for both shirking lessons and defying authority, so she flattered herself that the atmosphere of Birkwood had worked a change, and remedied both these defects.
averageadjectiveUS /ˈævərɪdʒ/
approximating the statistical norm or average or expected value
From this reading Amateur Theatricals The half-term had seen Aldred at the head of her form, and by dint of hard application she managed to keep her position there fairly steadily; with such a clever rival as Ursula to contend against, it was impossible to win the coveted prize every week, but she scored a success so often that her average record was higher than that of anyone else.
according with custom or propriety
From this reading "I am glad to hear you are settling down and becoming more reasonable," ran her letter to Aldred.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading Aldred had been sent to her with a reputation for both shirking lessons and defying authority, so she flattered herself that the atmosphere of Birkwood had worked a change, and remedied both these defects.
Bertha
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From this reading Aunt Bertha, who was kept well informed of her niece's progress, wrote to express satisfaction.
Birkwood
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From this reading Aldred had been sent to her with a reputation for both shirking lessons and defying authority, so she flattered herself that the atmosphere of Birkwood had worked a change, and remedied both these defects.
the two together, not just one
From this reading Aldred had been sent to her with a reputation for both shirking lessons and defying authority, so she flattered herself that the atmosphere of Birkwood had worked a change, and remedied both these defects.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Amateur Theatricals The half-term had seen Aldred at the head of her form, and by dint of hard application she managed to keep her position there fairly steadily; with such a clever rival as Ursula to contend against, it was impossible to win the coveted prize every week, but she scored a success so often that her average record was higher than that of anyone else.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Amateur Theatricals The half-term had seen Aldred at the head of her form, and by dint of hard application she managed to keep her position there fairly steadily; with such a clever rival as Ursula to contend against, it was impossible to win the coveted prize every week, but she scored a success so often that her average record was higher than that of anyone else.
inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading Miss Drummond was manifestly pleased with her progress; it was not often that a new girl came so quickly to the fore.
cause to change; make different; cause a transformation
From this reading Aldred had been sent to her with a reputation for both shirking lessons and defying authority, so she flattered herself that the atmosphere of Birkwood had worked a change, and remedied both these defects.
showing self-interest and shrewdness in dealing with others
From this reading Amateur Theatricals The half-term had seen Aldred at the head of her form, and by dint of hard application she managed to keep her position there fairly steadily; with such a clever rival as Ursula to contend against, it was impossible to win the coveted prize every week, but she scored a success so often that her average record was higher than that of anyone else.
contendverbUS /kənˈtend/
maintain or assert
From this reading Amateur Theatricals The half-term had seen Aldred at the head of her form, and by dint of hard application she managed to keep her position there fairly steadily; with such a clever rival as Ursula to contend against, it was impossible to win the coveted prize every week, but she scored a success so often that her average record was higher than that of anyone else.
covetedadjectiveUS /ˈkʌvətɪd/
greatly desired
From this reading Amateur Theatricals The half-term had seen Aldred at the head of her form, and by dint of hard application she managed to keep her position there fairly steadily; with such a clever rival as Ursula to contend against, it was impossible to win the coveted prize every week, but she scored a success so often that her average record was higher than that of anyone else.
defectsnounUS /ˈdiːfekts/
plural of “defect” — an imperfection in a bodily system
From this reading Aldred had been sent to her with a reputation for both shirking lessons and defying authority, so she flattered herself that the atmosphere of Birkwood had worked a change, and remedied both these defects.
defyingverbUS /dɪˈfaɪɪŋ/
-ing form of “defy” — resist or confront with resistance
From this reading Aldred had been sent to her with a reputation for both shirking lessons and defying authority, so she flattered herself that the atmosphere of Birkwood had worked a change, and remedied both these defects.
dintnounUS /dɪnt/
interchangeable with “means” in the expression “by means of”
From this reading Amateur Theatricals The half-term had seen Aldred at the head of her form, and by dint of hard application she managed to keep her position there fairly steadily; with such a clever rival as Ursula to contend against, it was impossible to win the coveted prize every week, but she scored a success so often that her average record was higher than that of anyone else.
being or moving lower in position or less in some value
From this reading "I am glad to hear you are settling down and becoming more reasonable," ran her letter to Aldred.
Drummond
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From this reading Miss Drummond was manifestly pleased with her progress; it was not often that a new girl came so quickly to the fore.
else
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From this reading Amateur Theatricals The half-term had seen Aldred at the head of her form, and by dint of hard application she managed to keep her position there fairly steadily; with such a clever rival as Ursula to contend against, it was impossible to win the coveted prize every week, but she scored a success so often that her average record was higher than that of anyone else.
everydeterminerUS /ˈevəri/
all the members of a group, with none left out
From this reading Amateur Theatricals The half-term had seen Aldred at the head of her form, and by dint of hard application she managed to keep her position there fairly steadily; with such a clever rival as Ursula to contend against, it was impossible to win the coveted prize every week, but she scored a success so often that her average record was higher than that of anyone else.
give expression to
From this reading Aunt Bertha, who was kept well informed of her niece's progress, wrote to express satisfaction.
to certain extent or degree
From this reading Amateur Theatricals The half-term had seen Aldred at the head of her form, and by dint of hard application she managed to keep her position there fairly steadily; with such a clever rival as Ursula to contend against, it was impossible to win the coveted prize every week, but she scored a success so often that her average record was higher than that of anyone else.
flatteredverbUS /ˈflætərd/
past form of “flatter” — praise somewhat dishonestly
From this reading Aldred had been sent to her with a reputation for both shirking lessons and defying authority, so she flattered herself that the atmosphere of Birkwood had worked a change, and remedied both these defects.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Aldred had been sent to her with a reputation for both shirking lessons and defying authority, so she flattered herself that the atmosphere of Birkwood had worked a change, and remedied both these defects.
forenounUS /fɔːr/
front part of a vessel or aircraft
From this reading Miss Drummond was manifestly pleased with her progress; it was not often that a new girl came so quickly to the fore.
the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something
From this reading Amateur Theatricals The half-term had seen Aldred at the head of her form, and by dint of hard application she managed to keep her position there fairly steadily; with such a clever rival as Ursula to contend against, it was impossible to win the coveted prize every week, but she scored a success so often that her average record was higher than that of anyone else.
a young female
From this reading Miss Drummond was manifestly pleased with her progress; it was not often that a new girl came so quickly to the fore.
showing or causing joy and pleasure; especially made happy
From this reading "I am glad to hear you are settling down and becoming more reasonable," ran her letter to Aldred.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Amateur Theatricals The half-term had seen Aldred at the head of her form, and by dint of hard application she managed to keep her position there fairly steadily; with such a clever rival as Ursula to contend against, it was impossible to win the coveted prize every week, but she scored a success so often that her average record was higher than that of anyone else.
half-termnoun
a short vacation about halfway through a school term
From this reading Amateur Theatricals The half-term had seen Aldred at the head of her form, and by dint of hard application she managed to keep her position there fairly steadily; with such a clever rival as Ursula to contend against, it was impossible to win the coveted prize every week, but she scored a success so often that her average record was higher than that of anyone else.
not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure
From this reading Amateur Theatricals The half-term had seen Aldred at the head of her form, and by dint of hard application she managed to keep her position there fairly steadily; with such a clever rival as Ursula to contend against, it was impossible to win the coveted prize every week, but she scored a success so often that her average record was higher than that of anyone else.
the upper part of the human body or the front part of the body in animals; contains the face and brains
From this reading Amateur Theatricals The half-term had seen Aldred at the head of her form, and by dint of hard application she managed to keep her position there fairly steadily; with such a clever rival as Ursula to contend against, it was impossible to win the coveted prize every week, but she scored a success so often that her average record was higher than that of anyone else.
perceive (sound) via the auditory sense
From this reading "I am glad to hear you are settling down and becoming more reasonable," ran her letter to Aldred.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading Amateur Theatricals The half-term had seen Aldred at the head of her form, and by dint of hard application she managed to keep her position there fairly steadily; with such a clever rival as Ursula to contend against, it was impossible to win the coveted prize every week, but she scored a success so often that her average record was higher than that of anyone else.
used when the woman or girl doing the action is also its object
From this reading Aldred had been sent to her with a reputation for both shirking lessons and defying authority, so she flattered herself that the atmosphere of Birkwood had worked a change, and remedied both these defects.
advanced in complexity or elaboration
From this reading Amateur Theatricals The half-term had seen Aldred at the head of her form, and by dint of hard application she managed to keep her position there fairly steadily; with such a clever rival as Ursula to contend against, it was impossible to win the coveted prize every week, but she scored a success so often that her average record was higher than that of anyone else.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading "I am glad to hear you are settling down and becoming more reasonable," ran her letter to Aldred.
not capable of occurring or being accomplished or dealt with
From this reading Amateur Theatricals The half-term had seen Aldred at the head of her form, and by dint of hard application she managed to keep her position there fairly steadily; with such a clever rival as Ursula to contend against, it was impossible to win the coveted prize every week, but she scored a success so often that her average record was higher than that of anyone else.
having much knowledge or education
From this reading Aunt Bertha, who was kept well informed of her niece's progress, wrote to express satisfaction.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Amateur Theatricals The half-term had seen Aldred at the head of her form, and by dint of hard application she managed to keep her position there fairly steadily; with such a clever rival as Ursula to contend against, it was impossible to win the coveted prize every week, but she scored a success so often that her average record was higher than that of anyone else.
cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity; e.g., “keep clean”
From this reading Amateur Theatricals The half-term had seen Aldred at the head of her form, and by dint of hard application she managed to keep her position there fairly steadily; with such a clever rival as Ursula to contend against, it was impossible to win the coveted prize every week, but she scored a success so often that her average record was higher than that of anyone else.
(especially of promises or contracts) not violated or disregarded
From this reading Aunt Bertha, who was kept well informed of her niece's progress, wrote to express satisfaction.
lessonsnounUS /ˈlesənz/
plural of “lesson” — a unit of instruction
From this reading Aldred had been sent to her with a reputation for both shirking lessons and defying authority, so she flattered herself that the atmosphere of Birkwood had worked a change, and remedied both these defects.
a written message addressed to a person or organization
From this reading "I am glad to hear you are settling down and becoming more reasonable," ran her letter to Aldred.
past form of “manage” — be successful; achieve a goal
From this reading Amateur Theatricals The half-term had seen Aldred at the head of her form, and by dint of hard application she managed to keep her position there fairly steadily; with such a clever rival as Ursula to contend against, it was impossible to win the coveted prize every week, but she scored a success so often that her average record was higher than that of anyone else.
manifestlyadverbUS /ˈmænəfestli/
unmistakably (“plain” is often used informally for “plainly”)
From this reading Miss Drummond was manifestly pleased with her progress; it was not often that a new girl came so quickly to the fore.
fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind
From this reading Miss Drummond was manifestly pleased with her progress; it was not often that a new girl came so quickly to the fore.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading "I am glad to hear you are settling down and becoming more reasonable," ran her letter to Aldred.
not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered
From this reading Miss Drummond was manifestly pleased with her progress; it was not often that a new girl came so quickly to the fore.
niece'snounUS /ˈniːsɪz/
possessive form of “niece” — a daughter of your brother or sister
From this reading Aunt Bertha, who was kept well informed of her niece's progress, wrote to express satisfaction.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Miss Drummond was manifestly pleased with her progress; it was not often that a new girl came so quickly to the fore.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Amateur Theatricals The half-term had seen Aldred at the head of her form, and by dint of hard application she managed to keep her position there fairly steadily; with such a clever rival as Ursula to contend against, it was impossible to win the coveted prize every week, but she scored a success so often that her average record was higher than that of anyone else.
many times at short intervals
From this reading Amateur Theatricals The half-term had seen Aldred at the head of her form, and by dint of hard application she managed to keep her position there fairly steadily; with such a clever rival as Ursula to contend against, it was impossible to win the coveted prize every week, but she scored a success so often that her average record was higher than that of anyone else.
experiencing or manifesting pleasure
From this reading Miss Drummond was manifestly pleased with her progress; it was not often that a new girl came so quickly to the fore.
the particular portion of space occupied by something
From this reading Amateur Theatricals The half-term had seen Aldred at the head of her form, and by dint of hard application she managed to keep her position there fairly steadily; with such a clever rival as Ursula to contend against, it was impossible to win the coveted prize every week, but she scored a success so often that her average record was higher than that of anyone else.
prizenounUS /praɪz/
something given for victory or superiority in a contest or competition or for winning a lottery
From this reading Amateur Theatricals The half-term had seen Aldred at the head of her form, and by dint of hard application she managed to keep her position there fairly steadily; with such a clever rival as Ursula to contend against, it was impossible to win the coveted prize every week, but she scored a success so often that her average record was higher than that of anyone else.
gradual improvement or growth or development
From this reading Miss Drummond was manifestly pleased with her progress; it was not often that a new girl came so quickly to the fore.
with speed
From this reading Miss Drummond was manifestly pleased with her progress; it was not often that a new girl came so quickly to the fore.
inflected form of “run” — move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time
From this reading "I am glad to hear you are settling down and becoming more reasonable," ran her letter to Aldred.
showing reason or sound judgment
From this reading "I am glad to hear you are settling down and becoming more reasonable," ran her letter to Aldred.
anything (such as a document or a phonograph record or a photograph) providing permanent evidence of or information about past events
From this reading Amateur Theatricals The half-term had seen Aldred at the head of her form, and by dint of hard application she managed to keep her position there fairly steadily; with such a clever rival as Ursula to contend against, it was impossible to win the coveted prize every week, but she scored a success so often that her average record was higher than that of anyone else.
remedied
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Aldred had been sent to her with a reputation for both shirking lessons and defying authority, so she flattered herself that the atmosphere of Birkwood had worked a change, and remedied both these defects.
the state of being held in high esteem and honor
From this reading Aldred had been sent to her with a reputation for both shirking lessons and defying authority, so she flattered herself that the atmosphere of Birkwood had worked a change, and remedied both these defects.
rivalverbUS /ˈraɪvəl/
be equal to in quality or ability
From this reading Amateur Theatricals The half-term had seen Aldred at the head of her form, and by dint of hard application she managed to keep her position there fairly steadily; with such a clever rival as Ursula to contend against, it was impossible to win the coveted prize every week, but she scored a success so often that her average record was higher than that of anyone else.
the contentment one feels when one has fulfilled a desire, need, or expectation
From this reading Aunt Bertha, who was kept well informed of her niece's progress, wrote to express satisfaction.
scoredverbUS /skɔːrd/
past form of “score” — gain points in a game
From this reading Amateur Theatricals The half-term had seen Aldred at the head of her form, and by dint of hard application she managed to keep her position there fairly steadily; with such a clever rival as Ursula to contend against, it was impossible to win the coveted prize every week, but she scored a success so often that her average record was higher than that of anyone else.
inflected form of “see” — perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading Amateur Theatricals The half-term had seen Aldred at the head of her form, and by dint of hard application she managed to keep her position there fairly steadily; with such a clever rival as Ursula to contend against, it was impossible to win the coveted prize every week, but she scored a success so often that her average record was higher than that of anyone else.
100 senti equal 1 kroon in Estonia
From this reading Aldred had been sent to her with a reputation for both shirking lessons and defying authority, so she flattered herself that the atmosphere of Birkwood had worked a change, and remedied both these defects.
settlingnounUS /ˈsetəlɪŋ/
a gradual sinking to a lower level
From this reading "I am glad to hear you are settling down and becoming more reasonable," ran her letter to Aldred.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Amateur Theatricals The half-term had seen Aldred at the head of her form, and by dint of hard application she managed to keep her position there fairly steadily; with such a clever rival as Ursula to contend against, it was impossible to win the coveted prize every week, but she scored a success so often that her average record was higher than that of anyone else.
shirkingnounUS /ˈʃɜːrkɪŋ/
the evasion of work or duty
From this reading Aldred had been sent to her with a reputation for both shirking lessons and defying authority, so she flattered herself that the atmosphere of Birkwood had worked a change, and remedied both these defects.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading Amateur Theatricals The half-term had seen Aldred at the head of her form, and by dint of hard application she managed to keep her position there fairly steadily; with such a clever rival as Ursula to contend against, it was impossible to win the coveted prize every week, but she scored a success so often that her average record was higher than that of anyone else.
at a steady rate or pace
From this reading Amateur Theatricals The half-term had seen Aldred at the head of her form, and by dint of hard application she managed to keep her position there fairly steadily; with such a clever rival as Ursula to contend against, it was impossible to win the coveted prize every week, but she scored a success so often that her average record was higher than that of anyone else.
an event that accomplishes its intended purpose
From this reading Amateur Theatricals The half-term had seen Aldred at the head of her form, and by dint of hard application she managed to keep her position there fairly steadily; with such a clever rival as Ursula to contend against, it was impossible to win the coveted prize every week, but she scored a success so often that her average record was higher than that of anyone else.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading Amateur Theatricals The half-term had seen Aldred at the head of her form, and by dint of hard application she managed to keep her position there fairly steadily; with such a clever rival as Ursula to contend against, it was impossible to win the coveted prize every week, but she scored a success so often that her average record was higher than that of anyone else.
used to introduce the second part of a comparison
From this reading Amateur Theatricals The half-term had seen Aldred at the head of her form, and by dint of hard application she managed to keep her position there fairly steadily; with such a clever rival as Ursula to contend against, it was impossible to win the coveted prize every week, but she scored a success so often that her average record was higher than that of anyone else.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Amateur Theatricals The half-term had seen Aldred at the head of her form, and by dint of hard application she managed to keep her position there fairly steadily; with such a clever rival as Ursula to contend against, it was impossible to win the coveted prize every week, but she scored a success so often that her average record was higher than that of anyone else.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Amateur Theatricals The half-term had seen Aldred at the head of her form, and by dint of hard application she managed to keep her position there fairly steadily; with such a clever rival as Ursula to contend against, it was impossible to win the coveted prize every week, but she scored a success so often that her average record was higher than that of anyone else.
Theatricals
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Amateur Theatricals The half-term had seen Aldred at the head of her form, and by dint of hard application she managed to keep her position there fairly steadily; with such a clever rival as Ursula to contend against, it was impossible to win the coveted prize every week, but she scored a success so often that her average record was higher than that of anyone else.
in or at that place or location
From this reading Amateur Theatricals The half-term had seen Aldred at the head of her form, and by dint of hard application she managed to keep her position there fairly steadily; with such a clever rival as Ursula to contend against, it was impossible to win the coveted prize every week, but she scored a success so often that her average record was higher than that of anyone else.
the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned
From this reading Aldred had been sent to her with a reputation for both shirking lessons and defying authority, so she flattered herself that the atmosphere of Birkwood had worked a change, and remedied both these defects.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Amateur Theatricals The half-term had seen Aldred at the head of her form, and by dint of hard application she managed to keep her position there fairly steadily; with such a clever rival as Ursula to contend against, it was impossible to win the coveted prize every week, but she scored a success so often that her average record was higher than that of anyone else.
Ursula
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading Amateur Theatricals The half-term had seen Aldred at the head of her form, and by dint of hard application she managed to keep her position there fairly steadily; with such a clever rival as Ursula to contend against, it was impossible to win the coveted prize every week, but she scored a success so often that her average record was higher than that of anyone else.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Amateur Theatricals The half-term had seen Aldred at the head of her form, and by dint of hard application she managed to keep her position there fairly steadily; with such a clever rival as Ursula to contend against, it was impossible to win the coveted prize every week, but she scored a success so often that her average record was higher than that of anyone else.
any period of seven consecutive days
From this reading Amateur Theatricals The half-term had seen Aldred at the head of her form, and by dint of hard application she managed to keep her position there fairly steadily; with such a clever rival as Ursula to contend against, it was impossible to win the coveted prize every week, but she scored a success so often that her average record was higher than that of anyone else.
(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 Aunt Bertha, who was kept well informed of her niece's progress, wrote to express satisfaction.
which person or people
From this reading Aunt Bertha, who was kept well informed of her niece's progress, wrote to express satisfaction.
be the winner in a contest or competition; be victorious
From this reading Amateur Theatricals The half-term had seen Aldred at the head of her form, and by dint of hard application she managed to keep her position there fairly steadily; with such a clever rival as Ursula to contend against, it was impossible to win the coveted prize every week, but she scored a success so often that her average record was higher than that of anyone else.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Amateur Theatricals The half-term had seen Aldred at the head of her form, and by dint of hard application she managed to keep her position there fairly steadily; with such a clever rival as Ursula to contend against, it was impossible to win the coveted prize every week, but she scored a success so often that her average record was higher than that of anyone else.
past form of “work” — exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity
From this reading Aldred had been sent to her with a reputation for both shirking lessons and defying authority, so she flattered herself that the atmosphere of Birkwood had worked a change, and remedied both these defects.
inflected form of “write” — produce a literary work
From this reading Aunt Bertha, who was kept well informed of her niece's progress, wrote to express satisfaction.
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading "I am glad to hear you are settling down and becoming more reasonable," ran her letter to Aldred.
