Chapter XVII

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

From this reading HOW CAPTAIN WELFARE RETURNED We waited but a few moments in silence before Bates ushered in our local constable, an old friend of mine, and one who had a professional veneration for my position as a County Magistrate, who sat in judgment alike on vagrants and poachers, and those haughty contemners of the law who exceed the speed limit in expensive motor-cars.

deserving of the highest esteem or admiration

From this reading He was a thoroughly representative specimen of our admirable County police.

equally

From this reading HOW CAPTAIN WELFARE RETURNED We waited but a few moments in silence before Bates ushered in our local constable, an old friend of mine, and one who had a professional veneration for my position as a County Magistrate, who sat in judgment alike on vagrants and poachers, and those haughty contemners of the law who exceed the speed limit in expensive motor-cars.

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading All three of us looked keenly at the stranger whose personality might mean so much to the success of our plans and hopes.

the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound

From this reading HOW CAPTAIN WELFARE RETURNED We waited but a few moments in silence before Bates ushered in our local constable, an old friend of mine, and one who had a professional veneration for my position as a County Magistrate, who sat in judgment alike on vagrants and poachers, and those haughty contemners of the law who exceed the speed limit in expensive motor-cars.

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

From this reading HOW CAPTAIN WELFARE RETURNED We waited but a few moments in silence before Bates ushered in our local constable, an old friend of mine, and one who had a professional veneration for my position as a County Magistrate, who sat in judgment alike on vagrants and poachers, and those haughty contemners of the law who exceed the speed limit in expensive motor-cars.

declared publicly; made widely known

From this reading He was clearly very much embarrassed as he introduced his companion, an officer in plain clothes, whom he announced as Sergeant Moore, of Southampton.

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

From this reading HOW CAPTAIN WELFARE RETURNED We waited but a few moments in silence before Bates ushered in our local constable, an old friend of mine, and one who had a professional veneration for my position as a County Magistrate, who sat in judgment alike on vagrants and poachers, and those haughty contemners of the law who exceed the speed limit in expensive motor-cars.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading All three of us looked keenly at the stranger whose personality might mean so much to the success of our plans and hopes.

third-person singular of “bate” — moderate or restrain; lessen the force of

From this reading HOW CAPTAIN WELFARE RETURNED We waited but a few moments in silence before Bates ushered in our local constable, an old friend of mine, and one who had a professional veneration for my position as a County Magistrate, who sat in judgment alike on vagrants and poachers, and those haughty contemners of the law who exceed the speed limit in expensive motor-cars.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading HOW CAPTAIN WELFARE RETURNED We waited but a few moments in silence before Bates ushered in our local constable, an old friend of mine, and one who had a professional veneration for my position as a County Magistrate, who sat in judgment alike on vagrants and poachers, and those haughty contemners of the law who exceed the speed limit in expensive motor-cars.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading HOW CAPTAIN WELFARE RETURNED We waited but a few moments in silence before Bates ushered in our local constable, an old friend of mine, and one who had a professional veneration for my position as a County Magistrate, who sat in judgment alike on vagrants and poachers, and those haughty contemners of the law who exceed the speed limit in expensive motor-cars.

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

From this reading HOW CAPTAIN WELFARE RETURNED We waited but a few moments in silence before Bates ushered in our local constable, an old friend of mine, and one who had a professional veneration for my position as a County Magistrate, who sat in judgment alike on vagrants and poachers, and those haughty contemners of the law who exceed the speed limit in expensive motor-cars.

without doubt or question

From this reading He was clearly very much embarrassed as he introduced his companion, an officer in plain clothes, whom he announced as Sergeant Moore, of Southampton.

clothing in general

From this reading He was clearly very much embarrassed as he introduced his companion, an officer in plain clothes, whom he announced as Sergeant Moore, of Southampton.

a friend who is frequently in the company of another

From this reading He was clearly very much embarrassed as he introduced his companion, an officer in plain clothes, whom he announced as Sergeant Moore, of Southampton.

a state at a particular time

From this reading A well-built man, in superb physical condition, good-looking and intelligent.

a lawman with less authority and jurisdiction than a sheriff

From this reading HOW CAPTAIN WELFARE RETURNED We waited but a few moments in silence before Bates ushered in our local constable, an old friend of mine, and one who had a professional veneration for my position as a County Magistrate, who sat in judgment alike on vagrants and poachers, and those haughty contemners of the law who exceed the speed limit in expensive motor-cars.

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From this reading HOW CAPTAIN WELFARE RETURNED We waited but a few moments in silence before Bates ushered in our local constable, an old friend of mine, and one who had a professional veneration for my position as a County Magistrate, who sat in judgment alike on vagrants and poachers, and those haughty contemners of the law who exceed the speed limit in expensive motor-cars.

(United Kingdom) a region created by territorial division for the purpose of local government

From this reading HOW CAPTAIN WELFARE RETURNED We waited but a few moments in silence before Bates ushered in our local constable, an old friend of mine, and one who had a professional veneration for my position as a County Magistrate, who sat in judgment alike on vagrants and poachers, and those haughty contemners of the law who exceed the speed limit in expensive motor-cars.

feeling or caused to feel ill at ease or self-conscious or ashamed

From this reading He was clearly very much embarrassed as he introduced his companion, an officer in plain clothes, whom he announced as Sergeant Moore, of Southampton.

be greater in scope or size than some standard

From this reading HOW CAPTAIN WELFARE RETURNED We waited but a few moments in silence before Bates ushered in our local constable, an old friend of mine, and one who had a professional veneration for my position as a County Magistrate, who sat in judgment alike on vagrants and poachers, and those haughty contemners of the law who exceed the speed limit in expensive motor-cars.

high in price or charging high prices

From this reading HOW CAPTAIN WELFARE RETURNED We waited but a few moments in silence before Bates ushered in our local constable, an old friend of mine, and one who had a professional veneration for my position as a County Magistrate, who sat in judgment alike on vagrants and poachers, and those haughty contemners of the law who exceed the speed limit in expensive motor-cars.

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

From this reading HOW CAPTAIN WELFARE RETURNED We waited but a few moments in silence before Bates ushered in our local constable, an old friend of mine, and one who had a professional veneration for my position as a County Magistrate, who sat in judgment alike on vagrants and poachers, and those haughty contemners of the law who exceed the speed limit in expensive motor-cars.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading HOW CAPTAIN WELFARE RETURNED We waited but a few moments in silence before Bates ushered in our local constable, an old friend of mine, and one who had a professional veneration for my position as a County Magistrate, who sat in judgment alike on vagrants and poachers, and those haughty contemners of the law who exceed the speed limit in expensive motor-cars.

a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading HOW CAPTAIN WELFARE RETURNED We waited but a few moments in silence before Bates ushered in our local constable, an old friend of mine, and one who had a professional veneration for my position as a County Magistrate, who sat in judgment alike on vagrants and poachers, and those haughty contemners of the law who exceed the speed limit in expensive motor-cars.

pleasing in appearance especially by reason of conformity to ideals of form and proportion

From this reading A well-built man, in superb physical condition, good-looking and intelligent.

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

From this reading HOW CAPTAIN WELFARE RETURNED We waited but a few moments in silence before Bates ushered in our local constable, an old friend of mine, and one who had a professional veneration for my position as a County Magistrate, who sat in judgment alike on vagrants and poachers, and those haughty contemners of the law who exceed the speed limit in expensive motor-cars.

having or showing arrogant superiority to and disdain of those one views as unworthy

From this reading HOW CAPTAIN WELFARE RETURNED We waited but a few moments in silence before Bates ushered in our local constable, an old friend of mine, and one who had a professional veneration for my position as a County Magistrate, who sat in judgment alike on vagrants and poachers, and those haughty contemners of the law who exceed the speed limit in expensive motor-cars.

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

From this reading He was clearly very much embarrassed as he introduced his companion, an officer in plain clothes, whom he announced as Sergeant Moore, of Southampton.

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

From this reading He was clearly very much embarrassed as he introduced his companion, an officer in plain clothes, whom he announced as Sergeant Moore, of Southampton.

plural of “hope” — a specific instance of feeling hopeful

From this reading All three of us looked keenly at the stranger whose personality might mean so much to the success of our plans and hopes.

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

From this reading HOW CAPTAIN WELFARE RETURNED We waited but a few moments in silence before Bates ushered in our local constable, an old friend of mine, and one who had a professional veneration for my position as a County Magistrate, who sat in judgment alike on vagrants and poachers, and those haughty contemners of the law who exceed the speed limit in expensive motor-cars.

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

From this reading HOW CAPTAIN WELFARE RETURNED We waited but a few moments in silence before Bates ushered in our local constable, an old friend of mine, and one who had a professional veneration for my position as a County Magistrate, who sat in judgment alike on vagrants and poachers, and those haughty contemners of the law who exceed the speed limit in expensive motor-cars.

having the capacity for thought and reason especially to a high degree

From this reading A well-built man, in superb physical condition, good-looking and intelligent.

past form of “introduce” — cause to come to know personally

From this reading He was clearly very much embarrassed as he introduced his companion, an officer in plain clothes, whom he announced as Sergeant Moore, of Southampton.

an opinion formed by judging something

From this reading HOW CAPTAIN WELFARE RETURNED We waited but a few moments in silence before Bates ushered in our local constable, an old friend of mine, and one who had a professional veneration for my position as a County Magistrate, who sat in judgment alike on vagrants and poachers, and those haughty contemners of the law who exceed the speed limit in expensive motor-cars.

in a keen or penetrating way

From this reading All three of us looked keenly at the stranger whose personality might mean so much to the success of our plans and hopes.

the collection of rules imposed by authority

From this reading HOW CAPTAIN WELFARE RETURNED We waited but a few moments in silence before Bates ushered in our local constable, an old friend of mine, and one who had a professional veneration for my position as a County Magistrate, who sat in judgment alike on vagrants and poachers, and those haughty contemners of the law who exceed the speed limit in expensive motor-cars.

the greatest possible degree of something

From this reading HOW CAPTAIN WELFARE RETURNED We waited but a few moments in silence before Bates ushered in our local constable, an old friend of mine, and one who had a professional veneration for my position as a County Magistrate, who sat in judgment alike on vagrants and poachers, and those haughty contemners of the law who exceed the speed limit in expensive motor-cars.

relating to or applicable to or concerned with the administration of a city or town or district rather than a larger area

From this reading HOW CAPTAIN WELFARE RETURNED We waited but a few moments in silence before Bates ushered in our local constable, an old friend of mine, and one who had a professional veneration for my position as a County Magistrate, who sat in judgment alike on vagrants and poachers, and those haughty contemners of the law who exceed the speed limit in expensive motor-cars.

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

From this reading All three of us looked keenly at the stranger whose personality might mean so much to the success of our plans and hopes.

a lay judge or civil authority who administers the law (especially one who conducts a court dealing with minor offenses)

From this reading HOW CAPTAIN WELFARE RETURNED We waited but a few moments in silence before Bates ushered in our local constable, an old friend of mine, and one who had a professional veneration for my position as a County Magistrate, who sat in judgment alike on vagrants and poachers, and those haughty contemners of the law who exceed the speed limit in expensive motor-cars.

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

From this reading A well-built man, in superb physical condition, good-looking and intelligent.

mean or intend to express or convey

From this reading All three of us looked keenly at the stranger whose personality might mean so much to the success of our plans and hopes.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading All three of us looked keenly at the stranger whose personality might mean so much to the success of our plans and hopes.

the one or ones belonging to the person speaking

From this reading HOW CAPTAIN WELFARE RETURNED We waited but a few moments in silence before Bates ushered in our local constable, an old friend of mine, and one who had a professional veneration for my position as a County Magistrate, who sat in judgment alike on vagrants and poachers, and those haughty contemners of the law who exceed the speed limit in expensive motor-cars.

plural of “moment” — a particular point in time

From this reading HOW CAPTAIN WELFARE RETURNED We waited but a few moments in silence before Bates ushered in our local constable, an old friend of mine, and one who had a professional veneration for my position as a County Magistrate, who sat in judgment alike on vagrants and poachers, and those haughty contemners of the law who exceed the speed limit in expensive motor-cars.

United States composer of works noted for their use of the American vernacular (1893-1969)

From this reading He was clearly very much embarrassed as he introduced his companion, an officer in plain clothes, whom he announced as Sergeant Moore, of Southampton.

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

From this reading HOW CAPTAIN WELFARE RETURNED We waited but a few moments in silence before Bates ushered in our local constable, an old friend of mine, and one who had a professional veneration for my position as a County Magistrate, who sat in judgment alike on vagrants and poachers, and those haughty contemners of the law who exceed the speed limit in expensive motor-cars.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading He was clearly very much embarrassed as he introduced his companion, an officer in plain clothes, whom he announced as Sergeant Moore, of Southampton.

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading HOW CAPTAIN WELFARE RETURNED We waited but a few moments in silence before Bates ushered in our local constable, an old friend of mine, and one who had a professional veneration for my position as a County Magistrate, who sat in judgment alike on vagrants and poachers, and those haughty contemners of the law who exceed the speed limit in expensive motor-cars.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading HOW CAPTAIN WELFARE RETURNED We waited but a few moments in silence before Bates ushered in our local constable, an old friend of mine, and one who had a professional veneration for my position as a County Magistrate, who sat in judgment alike on vagrants and poachers, and those haughty contemners of the law who exceed the speed limit in expensive motor-cars.

any person in the armed services who holds a position of authority or command

From this reading He was clearly very much embarrassed as he introduced his companion, an officer in plain clothes, whom he announced as Sergeant Moore, of Southampton.

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

From this reading HOW CAPTAIN WELFARE RETURNED We waited but a few moments in silence before Bates ushered in our local constable, an old friend of mine, and one who had a professional veneration for my position as a County Magistrate, who sat in judgment alike on vagrants and poachers, and those haughty contemners of the law who exceed the speed limit in expensive motor-cars.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading HOW CAPTAIN WELFARE RETURNED We waited but a few moments in silence before Bates ushered in our local constable, an old friend of mine, and one who had a professional veneration for my position as a County Magistrate, who sat in judgment alike on vagrants and poachers, and those haughty contemners of the law who exceed the speed limit in expensive motor-cars.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading HOW CAPTAIN WELFARE RETURNED We waited but a few moments in silence before Bates ushered in our local constable, an old friend of mine, and one who had a professional veneration for my position as a County Magistrate, who sat in judgment alike on vagrants and poachers, and those haughty contemners of the law who exceed the speed limit in expensive motor-cars.

belonging to the speaker and others

From this reading HOW CAPTAIN WELFARE RETURNED We waited but a few moments in silence before Bates ushered in our local constable, an old friend of mine, and one who had a professional veneration for my position as a County Magistrate, who sat in judgment alike on vagrants and poachers, and those haughty contemners of the law who exceed the speed limit in expensive motor-cars.

the complex of all the attributes--behavioral, temperamental, emotional and mental--that characterize a unique individual

From this reading All three of us looked keenly at the stranger whose personality might mean so much to the success of our plans and hopes.

involving the body as distinguished from the mind or spirit

From this reading A well-built man, in superb physical condition, good-looking and intelligent.

clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment

From this reading He was clearly very much embarrassed as he introduced his companion, an officer in plain clothes, whom he announced as Sergeant Moore, of Southampton.

plural of “plan” — a series of steps to be carried out or goals to be accomplished

From this reading All three of us looked keenly at the stranger whose personality might mean so much to the success of our plans and hopes.

plural of “poacher” — someone who hunts or fishes illegally on the property of another

From this reading HOW CAPTAIN WELFARE RETURNED We waited but a few moments in silence before Bates ushered in our local constable, an old friend of mine, and one who had a professional veneration for my position as a County Magistrate, who sat in judgment alike on vagrants and poachers, and those haughty contemners of the law who exceed the speed limit in expensive motor-cars.

the force of policemen and officers

From this reading He was a thoroughly representative specimen of our admirable County police.

the particular portion of space occupied by something

From this reading HOW CAPTAIN WELFARE RETURNED We waited but a few moments in silence before Bates ushered in our local constable, an old friend of mine, and one who had a professional veneration for my position as a County Magistrate, who sat in judgment alike on vagrants and poachers, and those haughty contemners of the law who exceed the speed limit in expensive motor-cars.

engaged in a profession or engaging in as a profession or means of livelihood

From this reading HOW CAPTAIN WELFARE RETURNED We waited but a few moments in silence before Bates ushered in our local constable, an old friend of mine, and one who had a professional veneration for my position as a County Magistrate, who sat in judgment alike on vagrants and poachers, and those haughty contemners of the law who exceed the speed limit in expensive motor-cars.

a person who represents others

From this reading He was a thoroughly representative specimen of our admirable County police.

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

From this reading HOW CAPTAIN WELFARE RETURNED We waited but a few moments in silence before Bates ushered in our local constable, an old friend of mine, and one who had a professional veneration for my position as a County Magistrate, who sat in judgment alike on vagrants and poachers, and those haughty contemners of the law who exceed the speed limit in expensive motor-cars.

the seventh and last day of the week; observed as the Sabbath by Jews and some Christians

From this reading HOW CAPTAIN WELFARE RETURNED We waited but a few moments in silence before Bates ushered in our local constable, an old friend of mine, and one who had a professional veneration for my position as a County Magistrate, who sat in judgment alike on vagrants and poachers, and those haughty contemners of the law who exceed the speed limit in expensive motor-cars.

any of several noncommissioned officer ranks in the Army or Air Force or Marines ranking above a corporal

From this reading He was clearly very much embarrassed as he introduced his companion, an officer in plain clothes, whom he announced as Sergeant Moore, of Southampton.

Complete absence of sound; a state of quietness and stillness.

From this reading HOW CAPTAIN WELFARE RETURNED We waited but a few moments in silence before Bates ushered in our local constable, an old friend of mine, and one who had a professional veneration for my position as a County Magistrate, who sat in judgment alike on vagrants and poachers, and those haughty contemners of the law who exceed the speed limit in expensive motor-cars.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading All three of us looked keenly at the stranger whose personality might mean so much to the success of our plans and hopes.

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

From this reading He was clearly very much embarrassed as he introduced his companion, an officer in plain clothes, whom he announced as Sergeant Moore, of Southampton.

an example regarded as typical of its class

From this reading He was a thoroughly representative specimen of our admirable County police.

move hurridly

From this reading HOW CAPTAIN WELFARE RETURNED We waited but a few moments in silence before Bates ushered in our local constable, an old friend of mine, and one who had a professional veneration for my position as a County Magistrate, who sat in judgment alike on vagrants and poachers, and those haughty contemners of the law who exceed the speed limit in expensive motor-cars.

anyone who does not belong in the environment in which they are found

From this reading All three of us looked keenly at the stranger whose personality might mean so much to the success of our plans and hopes.

an event that accomplishes its intended purpose

From this reading All three of us looked keenly at the stranger whose personality might mean so much to the success of our plans and hopes.

of surpassing excellence

From this reading A well-built man, in superb physical condition, good-looking and intelligent.

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

From this reading HOW CAPTAIN WELFARE RETURNED We waited but a few moments in silence before Bates ushered in our local constable, an old friend of mine, and one who had a professional veneration for my position as a County Magistrate, who sat in judgment alike on vagrants and poachers, and those haughty contemners of the law who exceed the speed limit in expensive motor-cars.

in an exhaustive manner

From this reading He was a thoroughly representative specimen of our admirable County police.

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

From this reading HOW CAPTAIN WELFARE RETURNED We waited but a few moments in silence before Bates ushered in our local constable, an old friend of mine, and one who had a professional veneration for my position as a County Magistrate, who sat in judgment alike on vagrants and poachers, and those haughty contemners of the law who exceed the speed limit in expensive motor-cars.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one

From this reading All three of us looked keenly at the stranger whose personality might mean so much to the success of our plans and hopes.

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

From this reading All three of us looked keenly at the stranger whose personality might mean so much to the success of our plans and hopes.

the speaker and others, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading All three of us looked keenly at the stranger whose personality might mean so much to the success of our plans and hopes.

past form of “usher” — take (someone) to their seats, as in theaters or auditoriums

From this reading HOW CAPTAIN WELFARE RETURNED We waited but a few moments in silence before Bates ushered in our local constable, an old friend of mine, and one who had a professional veneration for my position as a County Magistrate, who sat in judgment alike on vagrants and poachers, and those haughty contemners of the law who exceed the speed limit in expensive motor-cars.

plural of “vagrant” — a wanderer who has no established residence or visible means of support

From this reading HOW CAPTAIN WELFARE RETURNED We waited but a few moments in silence before Bates ushered in our local constable, an old friend of mine, and one who had a professional veneration for my position as a County Magistrate, who sat in judgment alike on vagrants and poachers, and those haughty contemners of the law who exceed the speed limit in expensive motor-cars.

a feeling of profound respect for someone or something

From this reading HOW CAPTAIN WELFARE RETURNED We waited but a few moments in silence before Bates ushered in our local constable, an old friend of mine, and one who had a professional veneration for my position as a County Magistrate, who sat in judgment alike on vagrants and poachers, and those haughty contemners of the law who exceed the speed limit in expensive motor-cars.

precisely as stated

From this reading He was clearly very much embarrassed as he introduced his companion, an officer in plain clothes, whom he announced as Sergeant Moore, of Southampton.

past form of “wait” — stay in one place and anticipate or expect something

From this reading HOW CAPTAIN WELFARE RETURNED We waited but a few moments in silence before Bates ushered in our local constable, an old friend of mine, and one who had a professional veneration for my position as a County Magistrate, who sat in judgment alike on vagrants and poachers, and those haughty contemners of the law who exceed the speed limit in expensive motor-cars.

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

From this reading He was clearly very much embarrassed as he introduced his companion, an officer in plain clothes, whom he announced as Sergeant Moore, of Southampton.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading HOW CAPTAIN WELFARE RETURNED We waited but a few moments in silence before Bates ushered in our local constable, an old friend of mine, and one who had a professional veneration for my position as a County Magistrate, who sat in judgment alike on vagrants and poachers, and those haughty contemners of the law who exceed the speed limit in expensive motor-cars.

governmental provision of economic assistance to persons in need

From this reading HOW CAPTAIN WELFARE RETURNED We waited but a few moments in silence before Bates ushered in our local constable, an old friend of mine, and one who had a professional veneration for my position as a County Magistrate, who sat in judgment alike on vagrants and poachers, and those haughty contemners of the law who exceed the speed limit in expensive motor-cars.

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From this reading A well-built man, in superb physical condition, good-looking and intelligent.

which person or people

From this reading HOW CAPTAIN WELFARE RETURNED We waited but a few moments in silence before Bates ushered in our local constable, an old friend of mine, and one who had a professional veneration for my position as a County Magistrate, who sat in judgment alike on vagrants and poachers, and those haughty contemners of the law who exceed the speed limit in expensive motor-cars.

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

From this reading He was clearly very much embarrassed as he introduced his companion, an officer in plain clothes, whom he announced as Sergeant Moore, of Southampton.

belonging to which person

From this reading All three of us looked keenly at the stranger whose personality might mean so much to the success of our plans and hopes.