Chapter XI

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

From this reading UNMASKED The secret thoughts of Harry Goodall, Captain Link and Miss Chain, whilst at dinner, were of a varied character.

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From this reading The aeronaut’s were of a surprised and bewildered kind, his friend Link’s of a cheerful description, and Miss Chain’s of a mixed and somewhat melancholy order, for she felt sorry for her employer, who had been suddenly and unexpectedly thrown among people whom he had been studiously neglecting, and who would not probably be so genial had they known who he was.

filled with fear or apprehension

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

surrounded by; in the middle of a group

From this reading The aeronaut’s were of a surprised and bewildered kind, his friend Link’s of a cheerful description, and Miss Chain’s of a mixed and somewhat melancholy order, for she felt sorry for her employer, who had been suddenly and unexpectedly thrown among people whom he had been studiously neglecting, and who would not probably be so genial had they known who he was.

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

From this reading UNMASKED The secret thoughts of Harry Goodall, Captain Link and Miss Chain, whilst at dinner, were of a varied character.

having life or vigor or spirit

From this reading Even the squire thought that he had never seen his daughter so animated and captivating before.

fully understood or grasped

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

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

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

marked by assurance; exhibiting confidence

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading UNMASKED The secret thoughts of Harry Goodall, Captain Link and Miss Chain, whilst at dinner, were of a varied character.

pleasing to the eye or mind especially through beauty or charm

From this reading Miss Chain was hopeful, however, that Miss Dove would dispel the aeronaut’s reserve, for she was trying to make him feel at home, and was unquestionably proving attractive to him.

having undesirable or negative qualities

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

large tough nonrigid bag filled with gas or heated air

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

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

From this reading The aeronaut’s were of a surprised and bewildered kind, his friend Link’s of a cheerful description, and Miss Chain’s of a mixed and somewhat melancholy order, for she felt sorry for her employer, who had been suddenly and unexpectedly thrown among people whom he had been studiously neglecting, and who would not probably be so genial had they known who he was.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading The aeronaut’s were of a surprised and bewildered kind, his friend Link’s of a cheerful description, and Miss Chain’s of a mixed and somewhat melancholy order, for she felt sorry for her employer, who had been suddenly and unexpectedly thrown among people whom he had been studiously neglecting, and who would not probably be so genial had they known who he was.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading Even the squire thought that he had never seen his daughter so animated and captivating before.

perplexed by many conflicting situations or statements; filled with bewilderment

From this reading The aeronaut’s were of a surprised and bewildered kind, his friend Link’s of a cheerful description, and Miss Chain’s of a mixed and somewhat melancholy order, for she felt sorry for her employer, who had been suddenly and unexpectedly thrown among people whom he had been studiously neglecting, and who would not probably be so genial had they known who he was.

being moved or acted upon by moving air or vapor

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

reserved in advance

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

an officer holding a rank below a major but above a lieutenant

From this reading UNMASKED The secret thoughts of Harry Goodall, Captain Link and Miss Chain, whilst at dinner, were of a varied character.

capturing interest as if by a spell

From this reading Even the squire thought that he had never seen his daughter so animated and captivating before.

events that provide the generative force that is the origin of something

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

a series of things depending on each other as if linked together

From this reading UNMASKED The secret thoughts of Harry Goodall, Captain Link and Miss Chain, whilst at dinner, were of a varied character.

possessive form of “chain” — a series of things depending on each other as if linked together

From this reading The aeronaut’s were of a surprised and bewildered kind, his friend Link’s of a cheerful description, and Miss Chain’s of a mixed and somewhat melancholy order, for she felt sorry for her employer, who had been suddenly and unexpectedly thrown among people whom he had been studiously neglecting, and who would not probably be so genial had they known who he was.

an imaginary person represented in a work of fiction (play or film or story)

From this reading UNMASKED The secret thoughts of Harry Goodall, Captain Link and Miss Chain, whilst at dinner, were of a varied character.

being full of or promoting cheer; having or showing good spirits

From this reading The aeronaut’s were of a surprised and bewildered kind, his friend Link’s of a cheerful description, and Miss Chain’s of a mixed and somewhat melancholy order, for she felt sorry for her employer, who had been suddenly and unexpectedly thrown among people whom he had been studiously neglecting, and who would not probably be so genial had they known who he was.

an institution created to conduct business

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

a supporter of the Confederate States of America

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

a small farm worked by a crofter

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

drive around aimlessly but ostentatiously and at leisure

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

a female human offspring

From this reading Even the squire thought that he had never seen his daughter so animated and captivating before.

a statement that represents something in words

From this reading The aeronaut’s were of a surprised and bewildered kind, his friend Link’s of a cheerful description, and Miss Chain’s of a mixed and somewhat melancholy order, for she felt sorry for her employer, who had been suddenly and unexpectedly thrown among people whom he had been studiously neglecting, and who would not probably be so genial had they known who he was.

the main meal of the day served in the evening or at midday

From this reading UNMASKED The secret thoughts of Harry Goodall, Captain Link and Miss Chain, whilst at dinner, were of a varied character.

force to go away; used both with concrete and metaphoric meanings

From this reading Miss Chain was hopeful, however, that Miss Dove would dispel the aeronaut’s reserve, for she was trying to make him feel at home, and was unquestionably proving attractive to him.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

any of numerous small pigeons

From this reading Miss Chain was hopeful, however, that Miss Dove would dispel the aeronaut’s reserve, for she was trying to make him feel at home, and was unquestionably proving attractive to him.

plural of “dove” — any of numerous small pigeons

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

inflected form of “drop” — let fall to the ground

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

one or the other of two

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

a person or firm that employs workers

From this reading The aeronaut’s were of a surprised and bewildered kind, his friend Link’s of a cheerful description, and Miss Chain’s of a mixed and somewhat melancholy order, for she felt sorry for her employer, who had been suddenly and unexpectedly thrown among people whom he had been studiously neglecting, and who would not probably be so genial had they known who he was.

past form of “enter” — to come or go into

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

a county in southeastern England on the North Sea and the Thames estuary

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

divisible by two

From this reading Even the squire thought that he had never seen his daughter so animated and captivating before.

at any time

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

very good; of the highest quality

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

considered likely or probable to happen or arrive

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

past form of “exult” — feel extreme happiness or elation

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

diurnal birds of prey having long pointed powerful wings adapted for swift flight

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

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

From this reading Miss Chain was hopeful, however, that Miss Dove would dispel the aeronaut’s reserve, for she was trying to make him feel at home, and was unquestionably proving attractive to him.

mat together and make felt-like

From this reading The aeronaut’s were of a surprised and bewildered kind, his friend Link’s of a cheerful description, and Miss Chain’s of a mixed and somewhat melancholy order, for she felt sorry for her employer, who had been suddenly and unexpectedly thrown among people whom he had been studiously neglecting, and who would not probably be so genial had they known who he was.

a stroke of luck

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading The aeronaut’s were of a surprised and bewildered kind, his friend Link’s of a cheerful description, and Miss Chain’s of a mixed and somewhat melancholy order, for she felt sorry for her employer, who had been suddenly and unexpectedly thrown among people whom he had been studiously neglecting, and who would not probably be so genial had they known who he was.

a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading The aeronaut’s were of a surprised and bewildered kind, his friend Link’s of a cheerful description, and Miss Chain’s of a mixed and somewhat melancholy order, for she felt sorry for her employer, who had been suddenly and unexpectedly thrown among people whom he had been studiously neglecting, and who would not probably be so genial had they known who he was.

diffusing warmth and friendliness

From this reading The aeronaut’s were of a surprised and bewildered kind, his friend Link’s of a cheerful description, and Miss Chain’s of a mixed and somewhat melancholy order, for she felt sorry for her employer, who had been suddenly and unexpectedly thrown among people whom he had been studiously neglecting, and who would not probably be so genial had they known who he was.

change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

English zoologist noted for her studies of chimpanzees in the wild (born in 1934)

From this reading UNMASKED The secret thoughts of Harry Goodall, Captain Link and Miss Chain, whilst at dinner, were of a varied character.

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

From this reading The aeronaut’s were of a surprised and bewildered kind, his friend Link’s of a cheerful description, and Miss Chain’s of a mixed and somewhat melancholy order, for she felt sorry for her employer, who had been suddenly and unexpectedly thrown among people whom he had been studiously neglecting, and who would not probably be so genial had they known who he was.

annoy continually or chronically

From this reading UNMASKED The secret thoughts of Harry Goodall, Captain Link and Miss Chain, whilst at dinner, were of a varied character.

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From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

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

From this reading The aeronaut’s were of a surprised and bewildered kind, his friend Link’s of a cheerful description, and Miss Chain’s of a mixed and somewhat melancholy order, for she felt sorry for her employer, who had been suddenly and unexpectedly thrown among people whom he had been studiously neglecting, and who would not probably be so genial had they known who he was.

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

From this reading The aeronaut’s were of a surprised and bewildered kind, his friend Link’s of a cheerful description, and Miss Chain’s of a mixed and somewhat melancholy order, for she felt sorry for her employer, who had been suddenly and unexpectedly thrown among people whom he had been studiously neglecting, and who would not probably be so genial had they known who he was.

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

From this reading Miss Chain was hopeful, however, that Miss Dove would dispel the aeronaut’s reserve, for she was trying to make him feel at home, and was unquestionably proving attractive to him.

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

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

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

From this reading The aeronaut’s were of a surprised and bewildered kind, his friend Link’s of a cheerful description, and Miss Chain’s of a mixed and somewhat melancholy order, for she felt sorry for her employer, who had been suddenly and unexpectedly thrown among people whom he had been studiously neglecting, and who would not probably be so genial had they known who he was.

where you live at a particular time

From this reading Miss Chain was hopeful, however, that Miss Dove would dispel the aeronaut’s reserve, for she was trying to make him feel at home, and was unquestionably proving attractive to him.

having or manifesting hope

From this reading Miss Chain was hopeful, however, that Miss Dove would dispel the aeronaut’s reserve, for she was trying to make him feel at home, and was unquestionably proving attractive to him.

-ing form of “hover” — be undecided about something; waver between conflicting positions or courses of action

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

used to add a contrasting statement

From this reading Miss Chain was hopeful, however, that Miss Dove would dispel the aeronaut’s reserve, for she was trying to make him feel at home, and was unquestionably proving attractive to him.

the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

affected by an impairment of normal physical or mental function

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

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

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

moving to the inside of something

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

with respect to private feelings

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

having or showing a tender and considerate and helpful nature; used especially of persons and their behavior

From this reading The aeronaut’s were of a surprised and bewildered kind, his friend Link’s of a cheerful description, and Miss Chain’s of a mixed and somewhat melancholy order, for she felt sorry for her employer, who had been suddenly and unexpectedly thrown among people whom he had been studiously neglecting, and who would not probably be so genial had they known who he was.

apprehended with certainty

From this reading The aeronaut’s were of a surprised and bewildered kind, his friend Link’s of a cheerful description, and Miss Chain’s of a mixed and somewhat melancholy order, for she felt sorry for her employer, who had been suddenly and unexpectedly thrown among people whom he had been studiously neglecting, and who would not probably be so genial had they known who he was.

used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

has a good chance of being the case or of coming about

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

make a logical or causal connection

From this reading UNMASKED The secret thoughts of Harry Goodall, Captain Link and Miss Chain, whilst at dinner, were of a varied character.

possessive form of “link” — the means of connection between things linked in series

From this reading The aeronaut’s were of a surprised and bewildered kind, his friend Link’s of a cheerful description, and Miss Chain’s of a mixed and somewhat melancholy order, for she felt sorry for her employer, who had been suddenly and unexpectedly thrown among people whom he had been studiously neglecting, and who would not probably be so genial had they known who he was.

superlative of “lucky” — occurring by chance

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

produced by a manufacturing process

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

engage in

From this reading Miss Chain was hopeful, however, that Miss Dove would dispel the aeronaut’s reserve, for she was trying to make him feel at home, and was unquestionably proving attractive to him.

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

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

a feeling of thoughtful sadness

From this reading The aeronaut’s were of a surprised and bewildered kind, his friend Link’s of a cheerful description, and Miss Chain’s of a mixed and somewhat melancholy order, for she felt sorry for her employer, who had been suddenly and unexpectedly thrown among people whom he had been studiously neglecting, and who would not probably be so genial had they known who he was.

possessive form of “merchant” — a businessperson engaged in retail trade

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind

From this reading UNMASKED The secret thoughts of Harry Goodall, Captain Link and Miss Chain, whilst at dinner, were of a varied character.

consisting of a haphazard assortment of different kinds

From this reading The aeronaut’s were of a surprised and bewildered kind, his friend Link’s of a cheerful description, and Miss Chain’s of a mixed and somewhat melancholy order, for she felt sorry for her employer, who had been suddenly and unexpectedly thrown among people whom he had been studiously neglecting, and who would not probably be so genial had they known who he was.

the time period between dawn and noon

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

a form of address for a man

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

-ing form of “neglect” — leave undone or leave out

From this reading The aeronaut’s were of a surprised and bewildered kind, his friend Link’s of a cheerful description, and Miss Chain’s of a mixed and somewhat melancholy order, for she felt sorry for her employer, who had been suddenly and unexpectedly thrown among people whom he had been studiously neglecting, and who would not probably be so genial had they known who he was.

a son of your brother or sister

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

not ever; at no time in the past or future

From this reading Even the squire thought that he had never seen his daughter so animated and captivating before.

not any; not one

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

and not; used after a negative to add a second negative

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading The aeronaut’s were of a surprised and bewildered kind, his friend Link’s of a cheerful description, and Miss Chain’s of a mixed and somewhat melancholy order, for she felt sorry for her employer, who had been suddenly and unexpectedly thrown among people whom he had been studiously neglecting, and who would not probably be so genial had they known who he was.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading UNMASKED The secret thoughts of Harry Goodall, Captain Link and Miss Chain, whilst at dinner, were of a varied character.

and nothing more

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

(often plural) a command given by a superior (e.g., a military or law enforcement officer) that must be obeyed

From this reading The aeronaut’s were of a surprised and bewildered kind, his friend Link’s of a cheerful description, and Miss Chain’s of a mixed and somewhat melancholy order, for she felt sorry for her employer, who had been suddenly and unexpectedly thrown among people whom he had been studiously neglecting, and who would not probably be so genial had they known who he was.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

above and across; more than

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

a large area of land preserved in its natural state as public property

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively

From this reading The aeronaut’s were of a surprised and bewildered kind, his friend Link’s of a cheerful description, and Miss Chain’s of a mixed and somewhat melancholy order, for she felt sorry for her employer, who had been suddenly and unexpectedly thrown among people whom he had been studiously neglecting, and who would not probably be so genial had they known who he was.

to become aware of through the senses

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

win approval or support for

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

by chance

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

with considerable certainty; without much doubt

From this reading The aeronaut’s were of a surprised and bewildered kind, his friend Link’s of a cheerful description, and Miss Chain’s of a mixed and somewhat melancholy order, for she felt sorry for her employer, who had been suddenly and unexpectedly thrown among people whom he had been studiously neglecting, and who would not probably be so genial had they known who he was.

a message issued in behalf of some product or cause or idea or person or institution

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

be shown or be found to be

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

-ing form of “prove” — be shown or be found to be

From this reading Miss Chain was hopeful, however, that Miss Dove would dispel the aeronaut’s reserve, for she was trying to make him feel at home, and was unquestionably proving attractive to him.

plural of “quality” — an essential and distinguishing attribute of something or someone

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

a barrier consisting of a horizontal bar and supports

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

on the contrary

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

formality and propriety of manner

From this reading Miss Chain was hopeful, however, that Miss Dove would dispel the aeronaut’s reserve, for she was trying to make him feel at home, and was unquestionably proving attractive to him.

involving risk or danger

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

an open way (generally public) for travel or transportation

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

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

From this reading UNMASKED The secret thoughts of Harry Goodall, Captain Link and Miss Chain, whilst at dinner, were of a varied character.

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

From this reading Even the squire thought that he had never seen his daughter so animated and captivating before.

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

From this reading The aeronaut’s were of a surprised and bewildered kind, his friend Link’s of a cheerful description, and Miss Chain’s of a mixed and somewhat melancholy order, for she felt sorry for her employer, who had been suddenly and unexpectedly thrown among people whom he had been studiously neglecting, and who would not probably be so genial had they known who he was.

not moving quickly; taking a comparatively long time

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading The aeronaut’s were of a surprised and bewildered kind, his friend Link’s of a cheerful description, and Miss Chain’s of a mixed and somewhat melancholy order, for she felt sorry for her employer, who had been suddenly and unexpectedly thrown among people whom he had been studiously neglecting, and who would not probably be so genial had they known who he was.

to a small degree or extent

From this reading The aeronaut’s were of a surprised and bewildered kind, his friend Link’s of a cheerful description, and Miss Chain’s of a mixed and somewhat melancholy order, for she felt sorry for her employer, who had been suddenly and unexpectedly thrown among people whom he had been studiously neglecting, and who would not probably be so genial had they known who he was.

in the near future

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

feeling or expressing regret or sorrow or a sense of loss over something done or undone

From this reading The aeronaut’s were of a surprised and bewildered kind, his friend Link’s of a cheerful description, and Miss Chain’s of a mixed and somewhat melancholy order, for she felt sorry for her employer, who had been suddenly and unexpectedly thrown among people whom he had been studiously neglecting, and who would not probably be so genial had they known who he was.

young nobleman attendant on a knight

From this reading Even the squire thought that he had never seen his daughter so animated and captivating before.

in a studious manner

From this reading The aeronaut’s were of a surprised and bewildered kind, his friend Link’s of a cheerful description, and Miss Chain’s of a mixed and somewhat melancholy order, for she felt sorry for her employer, who had been suddenly and unexpectedly thrown among people whom he had been studiously neglecting, and who would not probably be so genial had they known who he was.

happening unexpectedly

From this reading The aeronaut’s were of a surprised and bewildered kind, his friend Link’s of a cheerful description, and Miss Chain’s of a mixed and somewhat melancholy order, for she felt sorry for her employer, who had been suddenly and unexpectedly thrown among people whom he had been studiously neglecting, and who would not probably be so genial had they known who he was.

having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

taken unawares or suddenly and feeling wonder or astonishment

From this reading The aeronaut’s were of a surprised and bewildered kind, his friend Link’s of a cheerful description, and Miss Chain’s of a mixed and somewhat melancholy order, for she felt sorry for her employer, who had been suddenly and unexpectedly thrown among people whom he had been studiously neglecting, and who would not probably be so genial had they known who he was.

a county in southern England on the English Channel; formerly an Anglo-Saxon kingdom that was captured by Wessex in the 9th century

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Miss Chain was hopeful, however, that Miss Dove would dispel the aeronaut’s reserve, for she was trying to make him feel at home, and was unquestionably proving attractive to him.

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

From this reading UNMASKED The secret thoughts of Harry Goodall, Captain Link and Miss Chain, whilst at dinner, were of a varied character.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

the people or things already mentioned, as the object

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

in or at that place or location

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

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

From this reading The aeronaut’s were of a surprised and bewildered kind, his friend Link’s of a cheerful description, and Miss Chain’s of a mixed and somewhat melancholy order, for she felt sorry for her employer, who had been suddenly and unexpectedly thrown among people whom he had been studiously neglecting, and who would not probably be so genial had they known who he was.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading Even the squire thought that he had never seen his daughter so animated and captivating before.

plural of “thought” — the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading UNMASKED The secret thoughts of Harry Goodall, Captain Link and Miss Chain, whilst at dinner, were of a varied character.

caused to fall to the ground

From this reading The aeronaut’s were of a surprised and bewildered kind, his friend Link’s of a cheerful description, and Miss Chain’s of a mixed and somewhat melancholy order, for she felt sorry for her employer, who had been suddenly and unexpectedly thrown among people whom he had been studiously neglecting, and who would not probably be so genial had they known who he was.

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

From this reading Miss Chain was hopeful, however, that Miss Dove would dispel the aeronaut’s reserve, for she was trying to make him feel at home, and was unquestionably proving attractive to him.

hard to endure

From this reading Miss Chain was hopeful, however, that Miss Dove would dispel the aeronaut’s reserve, for she was trying to make him feel at home, and was unquestionably proving attractive to him.

change orientation or direction, also in the abstract sense

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

moved around an axis or center

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

in a way that was not expected

From this reading The aeronaut’s were of a surprised and bewildered kind, his friend Link’s of a cheerful description, and Miss Chain’s of a mixed and somewhat melancholy order, for she felt sorry for her employer, who had been suddenly and unexpectedly thrown among people whom he had been studiously neglecting, and who would not probably be so genial had they known who he was.

past form of “unmask” — reveal the true nature of

From this reading UNMASKED The secret thoughts of Harry Goodall, Captain Link and Miss Chain, whilst at dinner, were of a varied character.

without question

From this reading Miss Chain was hopeful, however, that Miss Dove would dispel the aeronaut’s reserve, for she was trying to make him feel at home, and was unquestionably proving attractive to him.

characterized by variety

From this reading UNMASKED The secret thoughts of Harry Goodall, Captain Link and Miss Chain, whilst at dinner, were of a varied character.

precisely as stated

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

go to see a place, as for entertainment

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

migratory

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

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

From this reading The aeronaut’s were of a surprised and bewildered kind, his friend Link’s of a cheerful description, and Miss Chain’s of a mixed and somewhat melancholy order, for she felt sorry for her employer, who had been suddenly and unexpectedly thrown among people whom he had been studiously neglecting, and who would not probably be so genial had they known who he was.

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From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

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

From this reading UNMASKED The secret thoughts of Harry Goodall, Captain Link and Miss Chain, whilst at dinner, were of a varied character.

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

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

an old and formal word for “while”

From this reading UNMASKED The secret thoughts of Harry Goodall, Captain Link and Miss Chain, whilst at dinner, were of a varied character.

which person or people

From this reading The aeronaut’s were of a surprised and bewildered kind, his friend Link’s of a cheerful description, and Miss Chain’s of a mixed and somewhat melancholy order, for she felt sorry for her employer, who had been suddenly and unexpectedly thrown among people whom he had been studiously neglecting, and who would not probably be so genial had they known who he was.

the form of “who” used as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading The aeronaut’s were of a surprised and bewildered kind, his friend Link’s of a cheerful description, and Miss Chain’s of a mixed and somewhat melancholy order, for she felt sorry for her employer, who had been suddenly and unexpectedly thrown among people whom he had been studiously neglecting, and who would not probably be so genial had they known who he was.

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From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

air moving (sometimes with considerable force) from an area of high pressure to an area of low pressure

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Captain Link was sure that Harry’s visit could not possibly have a bad effect, for his excellent qualities would soon be appreciated; nor was he slow to perceive that, if the Doves’ expected friend turned out to be Falcon, the man whom he had seen that morning with his confederate Croft, it would prove to be no ill wind that had blown them to Wedwell Park, so that the captain inwardly exulted in the idea that their rather risky cruise would turn out to be the luckiest he had ever made, as Mr William Goodall had assured him that, if he could only persuade his nephew to go to Wedwell either by rail or road, he would be booked for promotion, though of course, it never entered the merchant’s mind that Harry would ever present himself there in his balloon, much less that he would do so in Captain Link’s company, who had been afraid of their hovering over Essex, and had very likely been the cause of the balloon wandering into Sussex, and which by a fluke dropped among the Doves of Wedwell Park.

used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past

From this reading The aeronaut’s were of a surprised and bewildered kind, his friend Link’s of a cheerful description, and Miss Chain’s of a mixed and somewhat melancholy order, for she felt sorry for her employer, who had been suddenly and unexpectedly thrown among people whom he had been studiously neglecting, and who would not probably be so genial had they known who he was.