Chapter XII

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

From this reading TWO WISE MEN It was not far from Christmas when Anthony returned from his cruise, which he did in a listless, yawning, world-weary frame of mind.

later than; following

From this reading Tasmania had looked beautiful, to be sure, but he had seen too many things that were more so, and seen them too recently, to be impressed by its hills and streams; while the sea had no charm after his recent voyage.

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

From this reading He had not enjoyed himself as he had expected to do, and wished he had remained in Melbourne at work, and given his old father a holiday instead.

Roman general under Julius Caesar in the Gallic wars; repudiated his wife for the Egyptian queen Cleopatra; they were defeated by Octavian at Actium (83-30 BC)

From this reading TWO WISE MEN It was not far from Christmas when Anthony returned from his cruise, which he did in a listless, yawning, world-weary frame of mind.

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

From this reading He had not enjoyed himself as he had expected to do, and wished he had remained in Melbourne at work, and given his old father a holiday instead.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading He had not enjoyed himself as he had expected to do, and wished he had remained in Melbourne at work, and given his old father a holiday instead.

used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses

From this reading Tasmania had looked beautiful, to be sure, but he had seen too many things that were more so, and seen them too recently, to be impressed by its hills and streams; while the sea had no charm after his recent voyage.

delighting the senses or exciting intellectual or emotional admiration

From this reading Tasmania had looked beautiful, to be sure, but he had seen too many things that were more so, and seen them too recently, to be impressed by its hills and streams; while the sea had no charm after his recent voyage.

of surpassing excellence

From this reading Few, indeed, can stand the test of such conditions as those under which they were expected to shine, as under a microscope, with double lustre and meaning (he had not stood it himself); and it was not surprising that the brilliant Lady Louisa had failed to substantiate her pretensions to be a clever woman, or that Mrs. Churchill had contrived to make a most kindly-disposed stepson hate her.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading Tasmania had looked beautiful, to be sure, but he had seen too many things that were more so, and seen them too recently, to be impressed by its hills and streams; while the sea had no charm after his recent voyage.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Tasmania had looked beautiful, to be sure, but he had seen too many things that were more so, and seen them too recently, to be impressed by its hills and streams; while the sea had no charm after his recent voyage.

to be able to, or to be allowed to

From this reading Few, indeed, can stand the test of such conditions as those under which they were expected to shine, as under a microscope, with double lustre and meaning (he had not stood it himself); and it was not surprising that the brilliant Lady Louisa had failed to substantiate her pretensions to be a clever woman, or that Mrs. Churchill had contrived to make a most kindly-disposed stepson hate her.

attractiveness that interests or pleases or stimulates

From this reading Tasmania had looked beautiful, to be sure, but he had seen too many things that were more so, and seen them too recently, to be impressed by its hills and streams; while the sea had no charm after his recent voyage.

period extending from Dec. 24 to Jan. 6

From this reading TWO WISE MEN It was not far from Christmas when Anthony returned from his cruise, which he did in a listless, yawning, world-weary frame of mind.

English general considered one of the greatest generals in history (1650-1722)

From this reading Few, indeed, can stand the test of such conditions as those under which they were expected to shine, as under a microscope, with double lustre and meaning (he had not stood it himself); and it was not surprising that the brilliant Lady Louisa had failed to substantiate her pretensions to be a clever woman, or that Mrs. Churchill had contrived to make a most kindly-disposed stepson hate her.

showing self-interest and shrewdness in dealing with others

From this reading Few, indeed, can stand the test of such conditions as those under which they were expected to shine, as under a microscope, with double lustre and meaning (he had not stood it himself); and it was not surprising that the brilliant Lady Louisa had failed to substantiate her pretensions to be a clever woman, or that Mrs. Churchill had contrived to make a most kindly-disposed stepson hate her.

an institution created to conduct business

From this reading He had wholly depended on his company for entertainment, and his company had disappointed him.

the prevailing context that influences the performance or the outcome of a process

From this reading Few, indeed, can stand the test of such conditions as those under which they were expected to shine, as under a microscope, with double lustre and meaning (he had not stood it himself); and it was not surprising that the brilliant Lady Louisa had failed to substantiate her pretensions to be a clever woman, or that Mrs. Churchill had contrived to make a most kindly-disposed stepson hate her.

showing effects of planning or manipulation

From this reading Few, indeed, can stand the test of such conditions as those under which they were expected to shine, as under a microscope, with double lustre and meaning (he had not stood it himself); and it was not surprising that the brilliant Lady Louisa had failed to substantiate her pretensions to be a clever woman, or that Mrs. Churchill had contrived to make a most kindly-disposed stepson hate her.

drive around aimlessly but ostentatiously and at leisure

From this reading TWO WISE MEN It was not far from Christmas when Anthony returned from his cruise, which he did in a listless, yawning, world-weary frame of mind.

past form of “depend” — be contingent upon (something that is elided)

From this reading He had wholly depended on his company for entertainment, and his company had disappointed him.

the past form of “do”, used in questions and negatives

From this reading TWO WISE MEN It was not far from Christmas when Anthony returned from his cruise, which he did in a listless, yawning, world-weary frame of mind.

disappointingly unsuccessful

From this reading He had wholly depended on his company for entertainment, and his company had disappointed him.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading He had not enjoyed himself as he had expected to do, and wished he had remained in Melbourne at work, and given his old father a holiday instead.

increase twofold

From this reading Few, indeed, can stand the test of such conditions as those under which they were expected to shine, as under a microscope, with double lustre and meaning (he had not stood it himself); and it was not surprising that the brilliant Lady Louisa had failed to substantiate her pretensions to be a clever woman, or that Mrs. Churchill had contrived to make a most kindly-disposed stepson hate her.

past form of “enjoy” — derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in

From this reading He had not enjoyed himself as he had expected to do, and wished he had remained in Melbourne at work, and given his old father a holiday instead.

an activity that is diverting and that holds the attention

From this reading He had wholly depended on his company for entertainment, and his company had disappointed him.

considered likely or probable to happen or arrive

From this reading He had not enjoyed himself as he had expected to do, and wished he had remained in Melbourne at work, and given his old father a holiday instead.

past form of “fail” — fail to do something; leave something undone

From this reading Few, indeed, can stand the test of such conditions as those under which they were expected to shine, as under a microscope, with double lustre and meaning (he had not stood it himself); and it was not surprising that the brilliant Lady Louisa had failed to substantiate her pretensions to be a clever woman, or that Mrs. Churchill had contrived to make a most kindly-disposed stepson hate her.

to a considerable degree; very much

From this reading TWO WISE MEN It was not far from Christmas when Anthony returned from his cruise, which he did in a listless, yawning, world-weary frame of mind.

a male parent (also used as a term of address to your father)

From this reading He had not enjoyed himself as he had expected to do, and wished he had remained in Melbourne at work, and given his old father a holiday instead.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number

From this reading Few, indeed, can stand the test of such conditions as those under which they were expected to shine, as under a microscope, with double lustre and meaning (he had not stood it himself); and it was not surprising that the brilliant Lady Louisa had failed to substantiate her pretensions to be a clever woman, or that Mrs. Churchill had contrived to make a most kindly-disposed stepson hate her.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading He had wholly depended on his company for entertainment, and his company had disappointed him.

enclose in or as if in a frame

From this reading TWO WISE MEN It was not far from Christmas when Anthony returned from his cruise, which he did in a listless, yawning, world-weary frame of mind.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading TWO WISE MEN It was not far from Christmas when Anthony returned from his cruise, which he did in a listless, yawning, world-weary frame of mind.

acknowledged as a supposition

From this reading He had not enjoyed himself as he had expected to do, and wished he had remained in Melbourne at work, and given his old father a holiday instead.

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

From this reading He had not enjoyed himself as he had expected to do, and wished he had remained in Melbourne at work, and given his old father a holiday instead.

the emotion of intense dislike; a feeling of dislike so strong that it demands action

From this reading Few, indeed, can stand the test of such conditions as those under which they were expected to shine, as under a microscope, with double lustre and meaning (he had not stood it himself); and it was not surprising that the brilliant Lady Louisa had failed to substantiate her pretensions to be a clever woman, or that Mrs. Churchill had contrived to make a most kindly-disposed stepson hate her.

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

From this reading TWO WISE MEN It was not far from Christmas when Anthony returned from his cruise, which he did in a listless, yawning, world-weary frame of mind.

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

From this reading Few, indeed, can stand the test of such conditions as those under which they were expected to shine, as under a microscope, with double lustre and meaning (he had not stood it himself); and it was not surprising that the brilliant Lady Louisa had failed to substantiate her pretensions to be a clever woman, or that Mrs. Churchill had contrived to make a most kindly-disposed stepson hate her.

plural of “hill” — a local and well-defined elevation of the land

From this reading Tasmania had looked beautiful, to be sure, but he had seen too many things that were more so, and seen them too recently, to be impressed by its hills and streams; while the sea had no charm after his recent voyage.

the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading He had wholly depended on his company for entertainment, and his company had disappointed him.

used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object

From this reading He had not enjoyed himself as he had expected to do, and wished he had remained in Melbourne at work, and given his old father a holiday instead.

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

From this reading TWO WISE MEN It was not far from Christmas when Anthony returned from his cruise, which he did in a listless, yawning, world-weary frame of mind.

leisure time away from work devoted to rest or pleasure

From this reading He had not enjoyed himself as he had expected to do, and wished he had remained in Melbourne at work, and given his old father a holiday instead.

deeply or markedly affected or influenced

From this reading Tasmania had looked beautiful, to be sure, but he had seen too many things that were more so, and seen them too recently, to be impressed by its hills and streams; while the sea had no charm after his recent voyage.

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

From this reading TWO WISE MEN It was not far from Christmas when Anthony returned from his cruise, which he did in a listless, yawning, world-weary frame of mind.

in truth (often tends to intensify)

From this reading Few, indeed, can stand the test of such conditions as those under which they were expected to shine, as under a microscope, with double lustre and meaning (he had not stood it himself); and it was not surprising that the brilliant Lady Louisa had failed to substantiate her pretensions to be a clever woman, or that Mrs. Churchill had contrived to make a most kindly-disposed stepson hate her.

in place of, or as an alternative to

From this reading He had not enjoyed himself as he had expected to do, and wished he had remained in Melbourne at work, and given his old father a holiday instead.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading TWO WISE MEN It was not far from Christmas when Anthony returned from his cruise, which he did in a listless, yawning, world-weary frame of mind.

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading Tasmania had looked beautiful, to be sure, but he had seen too many things that were more so, and seen them too recently, to be impressed by its hills and streams; while the sea had no charm after his recent voyage.

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From this reading Few, indeed, can stand the test of such conditions as those under which they were expected to shine, as under a microscope, with double lustre and meaning (he had not stood it himself); and it was not surprising that the brilliant Lady Louisa had failed to substantiate her pretensions to be a clever woman, or that Mrs. Churchill had contrived to make a most kindly-disposed stepson hate her.

a polite name for any woman

From this reading Few, indeed, can stand the test of such conditions as those under which they were expected to shine, as under a microscope, with double lustre and meaning (he had not stood it himself); and it was not surprising that the brilliant Lady Louisa had failed to substantiate her pretensions to be a clever woman, or that Mrs. Churchill had contrived to make a most kindly-disposed stepson hate her.

lacking zest or vivacity

From this reading TWO WISE MEN It was not far from Christmas when Anthony returned from his cruise, which he did in a listless, yawning, world-weary frame of mind.

past form of “look” — perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards

From this reading Tasmania had looked beautiful, to be sure, but he had seen too many things that were more so, and seen them too recently, to be impressed by its hills and streams; while the sea had no charm after his recent voyage.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading Few, indeed, can stand the test of such conditions as those under which they were expected to shine, as under a microscope, with double lustre and meaning (he had not stood it himself); and it was not surprising that the brilliant Lady Louisa had failed to substantiate her pretensions to be a clever woman, or that Mrs. Churchill had contrived to make a most kindly-disposed stepson hate her.

a surface coating for ceramics or porcelain

From this reading Few, indeed, can stand the test of such conditions as those under which they were expected to shine, as under a microscope, with double lustre and meaning (he had not stood it himself); and it was not surprising that the brilliant Lady Louisa had failed to substantiate her pretensions to be a clever woman, or that Mrs. Churchill had contrived to make a most kindly-disposed stepson hate her.

engage in

From this reading Few, indeed, can stand the test of such conditions as those under which they were expected to shine, as under a microscope, with double lustre and meaning (he had not stood it himself); and it was not surprising that the brilliant Lady Louisa had failed to substantiate her pretensions to be a clever woman, or that Mrs. Churchill had contrived to make a most kindly-disposed stepson hate her.

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number

From this reading Tasmania had looked beautiful, to be sure, but he had seen too many things that were more so, and seen them too recently, to be impressed by its hills and streams; while the sea had no charm after his recent voyage.

the message that is intended or expressed or signified

From this reading Few, indeed, can stand the test of such conditions as those under which they were expected to shine, as under a microscope, with double lustre and meaning (he had not stood it himself); and it was not surprising that the brilliant Lady Louisa had failed to substantiate her pretensions to be a clever woman, or that Mrs. Churchill had contrived to make a most kindly-disposed stepson hate her.

a resort town in east central Florida

From this reading He had not enjoyed himself as he had expected to do, and wished he had remained in Melbourne at work, and given his old father a holiday instead.

the force of workers available

From this reading TWO WISE MEN It was not far from Christmas when Anthony returned from his cruise, which he did in a listless, yawning, world-weary frame of mind.

magnifier of the image of small objects

From this reading Few, indeed, can stand the test of such conditions as those under which they were expected to shine, as under a microscope, with double lustre and meaning (he had not stood it himself); and it was not surprising that the brilliant Lady Louisa had failed to substantiate her pretensions to be a clever woman, or that Mrs. Churchill had contrived to make a most kindly-disposed stepson hate her.

The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.

From this reading TWO WISE MEN It was not far from Christmas when Anthony returned from his cruise, which he did in a listless, yawning, world-weary frame of mind.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading Tasmania had looked beautiful, to be sure, but he had seen too many things that were more so, and seen them too recently, to be impressed by its hills and streams; while the sea had no charm after his recent voyage.

used to form the superlative

From this reading Few, indeed, can stand the test of such conditions as those under which they were expected to shine, as under a microscope, with double lustre and meaning (he had not stood it himself); and it was not surprising that the brilliant Lady Louisa had failed to substantiate her pretensions to be a clever woman, or that Mrs. Churchill had contrived to make a most kindly-disposed stepson hate her.

a form of address for a married woman

From this reading Few, indeed, can stand the test of such conditions as those under which they were expected to shine, as under a microscope, with double lustre and meaning (he had not stood it himself); and it was not surprising that the brilliant Lady Louisa had failed to substantiate her pretensions to be a clever woman, or that Mrs. Churchill had contrived to make a most kindly-disposed stepson hate her.

not any; not one

From this reading Tasmania had looked beautiful, to be sure, but he had seen too many things that were more so, and seen them too recently, to be impressed by its hills and streams; while the sea had no charm after his recent voyage.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading TWO WISE MEN It was not far from Christmas when Anthony returned from his cruise, which he did in a listless, yawning, world-weary frame of mind.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading TWO WISE MEN It was not far from Christmas when Anthony returned from his cruise, which he did in a listless, yawning, world-weary frame of mind.

(used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading He had not enjoyed himself as he had expected to do, and wished he had remained in Melbourne at work, and given his old father a holiday instead.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading He had wholly depended on his company for entertainment, and his company had disappointed him.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Few, indeed, can stand the test of such conditions as those under which they were expected to shine, as under a microscope, with double lustre and meaning (he had not stood it himself); and it was not surprising that the brilliant Lady Louisa had failed to substantiate her pretensions to be a clever woman, or that Mrs. Churchill had contrived to make a most kindly-disposed stepson hate her.

plural of “pretension” — a false or unsupportable quality

From this reading Few, indeed, can stand the test of such conditions as those under which they were expected to shine, as under a microscope, with double lustre and meaning (he had not stood it himself); and it was not surprising that the brilliant Lady Louisa had failed to substantiate her pretensions to be a clever woman, or that Mrs. Churchill had contrived to make a most kindly-disposed stepson hate her.

new

From this reading Tasmania had looked beautiful, to be sure, but he had seen too many things that were more so, and seen them too recently, to be impressed by its hills and streams; while the sea had no charm after his recent voyage.

in the recent past

From this reading Tasmania had looked beautiful, to be sure, but he had seen too many things that were more so, and seen them too recently, to be impressed by its hills and streams; while the sea had no charm after his recent voyage.

past form of “remain” — stay the same; remain in a certain state

From this reading He had not enjoyed himself as he had expected to do, and wished he had remained in Melbourne at work, and given his old father a holiday instead.

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

From this reading TWO WISE MEN It was not far from Christmas when Anthony returned from his cruise, which he did in a listless, yawning, world-weary frame of mind.

a division of an ocean or a large body of salt water partially enclosed by land

From this reading Tasmania had looked beautiful, to be sure, but he had seen too many things that were more so, and seen them too recently, to be impressed by its hills and streams; while the sea had no charm after his recent voyage.

inflected form of “see” — perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight

From this reading Tasmania had looked beautiful, to be sure, but he had seen too many things that were more so, and seen them too recently, to be impressed by its hills and streams; while the sea had no charm after his recent voyage.

be bright by reflecting or casting light

From this reading Few, indeed, can stand the test of such conditions as those under which they were expected to shine, as under a microscope, with double lustre and meaning (he had not stood it himself); and it was not surprising that the brilliant Lady Louisa had failed to substantiate her pretensions to be a clever woman, or that Mrs. Churchill had contrived to make a most kindly-disposed stepson hate her.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading Tasmania had looked beautiful, to be sure, but he had seen too many things that were more so, and seen them too recently, to be impressed by its hills and streams; while the sea had no charm after his recent voyage.

be standing; be upright

From this reading Few, indeed, can stand the test of such conditions as those under which they were expected to shine, as under a microscope, with double lustre and meaning (he had not stood it himself); and it was not surprising that the brilliant Lady Louisa had failed to substantiate her pretensions to be a clever woman, or that Mrs. Churchill had contrived to make a most kindly-disposed stepson hate her.

the son your spouse by a former marriage

From this reading Few, indeed, can stand the test of such conditions as those under which they were expected to shine, as under a microscope, with double lustre and meaning (he had not stood it himself); and it was not surprising that the brilliant Lady Louisa had failed to substantiate her pretensions to be a clever woman, or that Mrs. Churchill had contrived to make a most kindly-disposed stepson hate her.

Maintained an upright posture.

From this reading Few, indeed, can stand the test of such conditions as those under which they were expected to shine, as under a microscope, with double lustre and meaning (he had not stood it himself); and it was not surprising that the brilliant Lady Louisa had failed to substantiate her pretensions to be a clever woman, or that Mrs. Churchill had contrived to make a most kindly-disposed stepson hate her.

plural of “stream” — a natural body of running water flowing on or under the earth

From this reading Tasmania had looked beautiful, to be sure, but he had seen too many things that were more so, and seen them too recently, to be impressed by its hills and streams; while the sea had no charm after his recent voyage.

establish or strengthen as with new evidence or facts

From this reading Few, indeed, can stand the test of such conditions as those under which they were expected to shine, as under a microscope, with double lustre and meaning (he had not stood it himself); and it was not surprising that the brilliant Lady Louisa had failed to substantiate her pretensions to be a clever woman, or that Mrs. Churchill had contrived to make a most kindly-disposed stepson hate her.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading Few, indeed, can stand the test of such conditions as those under which they were expected to shine, as under a microscope, with double lustre and meaning (he had not stood it himself); and it was not surprising that the brilliant Lady Louisa had failed to substantiate her pretensions to be a clever woman, or that Mrs. Churchill had contrived to make a most kindly-disposed stepson hate her.

having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured

From this reading Tasmania had looked beautiful, to be sure, but he had seen too many things that were more so, and seen them too recently, to be impressed by its hills and streams; while the sea had no charm after his recent voyage.

causing surprise or wonder or amazement

From this reading Few, indeed, can stand the test of such conditions as those under which they were expected to shine, as under a microscope, with double lustre and meaning (he had not stood it himself); and it was not surprising that the brilliant Lady Louisa had failed to substantiate her pretensions to be a clever woman, or that Mrs. Churchill had contrived to make a most kindly-disposed stepson hate her.

an Australian state on the island of Tasmania

From this reading Tasmania had looked beautiful, to be sure, but he had seen too many things that were more so, and seen them too recently, to be impressed by its hills and streams; while the sea had no charm after his recent voyage.

trying something to find out about it

From this reading Few, indeed, can stand the test of such conditions as those under which they were expected to shine, as under a microscope, with double lustre and meaning (he had not stood it himself); and it was not surprising that the brilliant Lady Louisa had failed to substantiate her pretensions to be a clever woman, or that Mrs. Churchill had contrived to make a most kindly-disposed stepson hate her.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Tasmania had looked beautiful, to be sure, but he had seen too many things that were more so, and seen them too recently, to be impressed by its hills and streams; while the sea had no charm after his recent voyage.

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

From this reading Tasmania had looked beautiful, to be sure, but he had seen too many things that were more so, and seen them too recently, to be impressed by its hills and streams; while the sea had no charm after his recent voyage.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading Tasmania had looked beautiful, to be sure, but he had seen too many things that were more so, and seen them too recently, to be impressed by its hills and streams; while the sea had no charm after his recent voyage.

the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject

From this reading Few, indeed, can stand the test of such conditions as those under which they were expected to shine, as under a microscope, with double lustre and meaning (he had not stood it himself); and it was not surprising that the brilliant Lady Louisa had failed to substantiate her pretensions to be a clever woman, or that Mrs. Churchill had contrived to make a most kindly-disposed stepson hate her.

any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)

From this reading Tasmania had looked beautiful, to be sure, but he had seen too many things that were more so, and seen them too recently, to be impressed by its hills and streams; while the sea had no charm after his recent voyage.

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

From this reading Few, indeed, can stand the test of such conditions as those under which they were expected to shine, as under a microscope, with double lustre and meaning (he had not stood it himself); and it was not surprising that the brilliant Lady Louisa had failed to substantiate her pretensions to be a clever woman, or that Mrs. Churchill had contrived to make a most kindly-disposed stepson hate her.

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

From this reading He had not enjoyed himself as he had expected to do, and wished he had remained in Melbourne at work, and given his old father a holiday instead.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading Tasmania had looked beautiful, to be sure, but he had seen too many things that were more so, and seen them too recently, to be impressed by its hills and streams; while the sea had no charm after his recent voyage.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading TWO WISE MEN It was not far from Christmas when Anthony returned from his cruise, which he did in a listless, yawning, world-weary frame of mind.

below or beneath something; less than

From this reading Few, indeed, can stand the test of such conditions as those under which they were expected to shine, as under a microscope, with double lustre and meaning (he had not stood it himself); and it was not surprising that the brilliant Lady Louisa had failed to substantiate her pretensions to be a clever woman, or that Mrs. Churchill had contrived to make a most kindly-disposed stepson hate her.

an act of traveling by water

From this reading Tasmania had looked beautiful, to be sure, but he had seen too many things that were more so, and seen them too recently, to be impressed by its hills and streams; while the sea had no charm after his recent voyage.

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

From this reading TWO WISE MEN It was not far from Christmas when Anthony returned from his cruise, which he did in a listless, yawning, world-weary frame of mind.

the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun

From this reading Tasmania had looked beautiful, to be sure, but he had seen too many things that were more so, and seen them too recently, to be impressed by its hills and streams; while the sea had no charm after his recent voyage.

at the time that

From this reading TWO WISE MEN It was not far from Christmas when Anthony returned from his cruise, which he did in a listless, yawning, world-weary frame of mind.

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

From this reading TWO WISE MEN It was not far from Christmas when Anthony returned from his cruise, which he did in a listless, yawning, world-weary frame of mind.

during the time that

From this reading Tasmania had looked beautiful, to be sure, but he had seen too many things that were more so, and seen them too recently, to be impressed by its hills and streams; while the sea had no charm after his recent voyage.

to a complete degree or to the full or entire extent (“whole” is often used informally for “wholly”)

From this reading He had wholly depended on his company for entertainment, and his company had disappointed him.

having or prompted by wisdom or discernment

From this reading TWO WISE MEN It was not far from Christmas when Anthony returned from his cruise, which he did in a listless, yawning, world-weary frame of mind.

past form of “wish” — hope for; have a wish

From this reading He had not enjoyed himself as he had expected to do, and wished he had remained in Melbourne at work, and given his old father a holiday instead.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Few, indeed, can stand the test of such conditions as those under which they were expected to shine, as under a microscope, with double lustre and meaning (he had not stood it himself); and it was not surprising that the brilliant Lady Louisa had failed to substantiate her pretensions to be a clever woman, or that Mrs. Churchill had contrived to make a most kindly-disposed stepson hate her.

an adult female person (as opposed to a man)

From this reading Few, indeed, can stand the test of such conditions as those under which they were expected to shine, as under a microscope, with double lustre and meaning (he had not stood it himself); and it was not surprising that the brilliant Lady Louisa had failed to substantiate her pretensions to be a clever woman, or that Mrs. Churchill had contrived to make a most kindly-disposed stepson hate her.

exert oneself by doing mental or physical work for a purpose or out of necessity

From this reading He had not enjoyed himself as he had expected to do, and wished he had remained in Melbourne at work, and given his old father a holiday instead.

tired of the world

From this reading TWO WISE MEN It was not far from Christmas when Anthony returned from his cruise, which he did in a listless, yawning, world-weary frame of mind.

gaping open as if threatening to engulf someone or something

From this reading TWO WISE MEN It was not far from Christmas when Anthony returned from his cruise, which he did in a listless, yawning, world-weary frame of mind.