Chapter V

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

From this reading A CRISIS.

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From this reading Her patterns, of which no one ever saw the original designs, and that have been unknown centuries a-weaving, cannot be sensibly altered in the infinitesimal fragment that one human lifetime represents, though every thread of circumstance, in its right or wrong adjustment, must have its value in the ultimate product, whatever that unimaginable thing may be.

happening by chance or unexpectedly or unintentionally

From this reading Still, in the individual man or woman, here and there, the type that he or she belongs to is temporarily obscured by accidental causes; the lines of character, laid down by many forefathers, are twisted or straightened by violent wrenchings of irresponsible fate--as in less important branches of nature's business her processes are interrupted by lightning and earthquakes, and other rebellious forces.

making or becoming suitable; adjusting to circumstances

From this reading Her patterns, of which no one ever saw the original designs, and that have been unknown centuries a-weaving, cannot be sensibly altered in the infinitesimal fragment that one human lifetime represents, though every thread of circumstance, in its right or wrong adjustment, must have its value in the ultimate product, whatever that unimaginable thing may be.

anew

From this reading Rachel, from the hour when she discovered how it was that she and Roden Dalrymple had been defrauded of their "rights," was apparently quite changed (though--as she is still a very young woman--we are not prepared to suppose that she will never be her old weak and timid and clinging self again).

changed in form or character without becoming something else

From this reading Her patterns, of which no one ever saw the original designs, and that have been unknown centuries a-weaving, cannot be sensibly altered in the infinitesimal fragment that one human lifetime represents, though every thread of circumstance, in its right or wrong adjustment, must have its value in the ultimate product, whatever that unimaginable thing may be.

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

From this reading Her patterns, of which no one ever saw the original designs, and that have been unknown centuries a-weaving, cannot be sensibly altered in the infinitesimal fragment that one human lifetime represents, though every thread of circumstance, in its right or wrong adjustment, must have its value in the ultimate product, whatever that unimaginable thing may be.

from appearances alone

From this reading Rachel, from the hour when she discovered how it was that she and Roden Dalrymple had been defrauded of their "rights," was apparently quite changed (though--as she is still a very young woman--we are not prepared to suppose that she will never be her old weak and timid and clinging self again).

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

From this reading Still, in the individual man or woman, here and there, the type that he or she belongs to is temporarily obscured by accidental causes; the lines of character, laid down by many forefathers, are twisted or straightened by violent wrenchings of irresponsible fate--as in less important branches of nature's business her processes are interrupted by lightning and earthquakes, and other rebellious forces.

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

From this reading As nature makes us, so to a great extent, the most of us remain, when education has done its very best, or its very worst, to modify the great mother's handiwork.

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

From this reading Her patterns, of which no one ever saw the original designs, and that have been unknown centuries a-weaving, cannot be sensibly altered in the infinitesimal fragment that one human lifetime represents, though every thread of circumstance, in its right or wrong adjustment, must have its value in the ultimate product, whatever that unimaginable thing may be.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Her patterns, of which no one ever saw the original designs, and that have been unknown centuries a-weaving, cannot be sensibly altered in the infinitesimal fragment that one human lifetime represents, though every thread of circumstance, in its right or wrong adjustment, must have its value in the ultimate product, whatever that unimaginable thing may be.

third-person singular of “belong” — be owned by; be in the possession of

From this reading Still, in the individual man or woman, here and there, the type that he or she belongs to is temporarily obscured by accidental causes; the lines of character, laid down by many forefathers, are twisted or straightened by violent wrenchings of irresponsible fate--as in less important branches of nature's business her processes are interrupted by lightning and earthquakes, and other rebellious forces.

the supreme effort one can make

From this reading As nature makes us, so to a great extent, the most of us remain, when education has done its very best, or its very worst, to modify the great mother's handiwork.

plural of “branch” — a division of some larger or more complex organization

From this reading Still, in the individual man or woman, here and there, the type that he or she belongs to is temporarily obscured by accidental causes; the lines of character, laid down by many forefathers, are twisted or straightened by violent wrenchings of irresponsible fate--as in less important branches of nature's business her processes are interrupted by lightning and earthquakes, and other rebellious forces.

a commercial or industrial enterprise and the people who constitute it

From this reading Still, in the individual man or woman, here and there, the type that he or she belongs to is temporarily obscured by accidental causes; the lines of character, laid down by many forefathers, are twisted or straightened by violent wrenchings of irresponsible fate--as in less important branches of nature's business her processes are interrupted by lightning and earthquakes, and other rebellious forces.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Still, in the individual man or woman, here and there, the type that he or she belongs to is temporarily obscured by accidental causes; the lines of character, laid down by many forefathers, are twisted or straightened by violent wrenchings of irresponsible fate--as in less important branches of nature's business her processes are interrupted by lightning and earthquakes, and other rebellious forces.

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

From this reading Her patterns, of which no one ever saw the original designs, and that have been unknown centuries a-weaving, cannot be sensibly altered in the infinitesimal fragment that one human lifetime represents, though every thread of circumstance, in its right or wrong adjustment, must have its value in the ultimate product, whatever that unimaginable thing may be.

plural of “cause” — events that provide the generative force that is the origin of something

From this reading Still, in the individual man or woman, here and there, the type that he or she belongs to is temporarily obscured by accidental causes; the lines of character, laid down by many forefathers, are twisted or straightened by violent wrenchings of irresponsible fate--as in less important branches of nature's business her processes are interrupted by lightning and earthquakes, and other rebellious forces.

plural of “century” — a period of 100 years

From this reading Her patterns, of which no one ever saw the original designs, and that have been unknown centuries a-weaving, cannot be sensibly altered in the infinitesimal fragment that one human lifetime represents, though every thread of circumstance, in its right or wrong adjustment, must have its value in the ultimate product, whatever that unimaginable thing may be.

made or become different in nature or form

From this reading Rachel, from the hour when she discovered how it was that she and Roden Dalrymple had been defrauded of their "rights," was apparently quite changed (though--as she is still a very young woman--we are not prepared to suppose that she will never be her old weak and timid and clinging self again).

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

From this reading Still, in the individual man or woman, here and there, the type that he or she belongs to is temporarily obscured by accidental causes; the lines of character, laid down by many forefathers, are twisted or straightened by violent wrenchings of irresponsible fate--as in less important branches of nature's business her processes are interrupted by lightning and earthquakes, and other rebellious forces.

a condition that accompanies or influences some event or activity

From this reading Her patterns, of which no one ever saw the original designs, and that have been unknown centuries a-weaving, cannot be sensibly altered in the infinitesimal fragment that one human lifetime represents, though every thread of circumstance, in its right or wrong adjustment, must have its value in the ultimate product, whatever that unimaginable thing may be.

-ing form of “cling” — come or be in close contact with; stick or hold together and resist separation

From this reading Rachel, from the hour when she discovered how it was that she and Roden Dalrymple had been defrauded of their "rights," was apparently quite changed (though--as she is still a very young woman--we are not prepared to suppose that she will never be her old weak and timid and clinging self again).

an unstable situation of extreme danger or difficulty

From this reading A CRISIS.

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

From this reading Rachel, from the hour when she discovered how it was that she and Roden Dalrymple had been defrauded of their "rights," was apparently quite changed (though--as she is still a very young woman--we are not prepared to suppose that she will never be her old weak and timid and clinging self again).

past form of “defraud” — deprive of by deceit

From this reading Rachel, from the hour when she discovered how it was that she and Roden Dalrymple had been defrauded of their "rights," was apparently quite changed (though--as she is still a very young woman--we are not prepared to suppose that she will never be her old weak and timid and clinging self again).

plural of “design” — the act of working out the form of something (as by making a sketch or outline or plan)

From this reading Her patterns, of which no one ever saw the original designs, and that have been unknown centuries a-weaving, cannot be sensibly altered in the infinitesimal fragment that one human lifetime represents, though every thread of circumstance, in its right or wrong adjustment, must have its value in the ultimate product, whatever that unimaginable thing may be.

discovered or determined by scientific observation

From this reading Rachel, from the hour when she discovered how it was that she and Roden Dalrymple had been defrauded of their "rights," was apparently quite changed (though--as she is still a very young woman--we are not prepared to suppose that she will never be her old weak and timid and clinging self again).

having finished or arrived at completion

From this reading As nature makes us, so to a great extent, the most of us remain, when education has done its very best, or its very worst, to modify the great mother's handiwork.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading Still, in the individual man or woman, here and there, the type that he or she belongs to is temporarily obscured by accidental causes; the lines of character, laid down by many forefathers, are twisted or straightened by violent wrenchings of irresponsible fate--as in less important branches of nature's business her processes are interrupted by lightning and earthquakes, and other rebellious forces.

plural of “earthquake” — shaking and vibration at the surface of the earth resulting from underground movement along a fault plane or from volcanic activity

From this reading Still, in the individual man or woman, here and there, the type that he or she belongs to is temporarily obscured by accidental causes; the lines of character, laid down by many forefathers, are twisted or straightened by violent wrenchings of irresponsible fate--as in less important branches of nature's business her processes are interrupted by lightning and earthquakes, and other rebellious forces.

the activities of educating or instructing; activities that impart knowledge or skill

From this reading As nature makes us, so to a great extent, the most of us remain, when education has done its very best, or its very worst, to modify the great mother's handiwork.

at any time

From this reading Her patterns, of which no one ever saw the original designs, and that have been unknown centuries a-weaving, cannot be sensibly altered in the infinitesimal fragment that one human lifetime represents, though every thread of circumstance, in its right or wrong adjustment, must have its value in the ultimate product, whatever that unimaginable thing may be.

all the members of a group, with none left out

From this reading Her patterns, of which no one ever saw the original designs, and that have been unknown centuries a-weaving, cannot be sensibly altered in the infinitesimal fragment that one human lifetime represents, though every thread of circumstance, in its right or wrong adjustment, must have its value in the ultimate product, whatever that unimaginable thing may be.

the point or degree to which something extends

From this reading As nature makes us, so to a great extent, the most of us remain, when education has done its very best, or its very worst, to modify the great mother's handiwork.

an event (or a course of events) that will inevitably happen in the future

From this reading Still, in the individual man or woman, here and there, the type that he or she belongs to is temporarily obscured by accidental causes; the lines of character, laid down by many forefathers, are twisted or straightened by violent wrenchings of irresponsible fate--as in less important branches of nature's business her processes are interrupted by lightning and earthquakes, and other rebellious forces.

plural of “force” — a powerful effect or influence

From this reading Still, in the individual man or woman, here and there, the type that he or she belongs to is temporarily obscured by accidental causes; the lines of character, laid down by many forefathers, are twisted or straightened by violent wrenchings of irresponsible fate--as in less important branches of nature's business her processes are interrupted by lightning and earthquakes, and other rebellious forces.

plural of “forefather” — the founder of a family

From this reading Still, in the individual man or woman, here and there, the type that he or she belongs to is temporarily obscured by accidental causes; the lines of character, laid down by many forefathers, are twisted or straightened by violent wrenchings of irresponsible fate--as in less important branches of nature's business her processes are interrupted by lightning and earthquakes, and other rebellious forces.

A small part broken or separated off something larger.

From this reading Her patterns, of which no one ever saw the original designs, and that have been unknown centuries a-weaving, cannot be sensibly altered in the infinitesimal fragment that one human lifetime represents, though every thread of circumstance, in its right or wrong adjustment, must have its value in the ultimate product, whatever that unimaginable thing may be.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Rachel, from the hour when she discovered how it was that she and Roden Dalrymple had been defrauded of their "rights," was apparently quite changed (though--as she is still a very young woman--we are not prepared to suppose that she will never be her old weak and timid and clinging self again).

relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind

From this reading As nature makes us, so to a great extent, the most of us remain, when education has done its very best, or its very worst, to modify the great mother's handiwork.

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

From this reading Rachel, from the hour when she discovered how it was that she and Roden Dalrymple had been defrauded of their "rights," was apparently quite changed (though--as she is still a very young woman--we are not prepared to suppose that she will never be her old weak and timid and clinging self again).

a work produced by hand labor

From this reading As nature makes us, so to a great extent, the most of us remain, when education has done its very best, or its very worst, to modify the great mother's handiwork.

the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading As nature makes us, so to a great extent, the most of us remain, when education has done its very best, or its very worst, to modify the great mother's handiwork.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading Her patterns, of which no one ever saw the original designs, and that have been unknown centuries a-weaving, cannot be sensibly altered in the infinitesimal fragment that one human lifetime represents, though every thread of circumstance, in its right or wrong adjustment, must have its value in the ultimate product, whatever that unimaginable thing may be.

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

From this reading Still, in the individual man or woman, here and there, the type that he or she belongs to is temporarily obscured by accidental causes; the lines of character, laid down by many forefathers, are twisted or straightened by violent wrenchings of irresponsible fate--as in less important branches of nature's business her processes are interrupted by lightning and earthquakes, and other rebellious forces.

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

From this reading Her patterns, of which no one ever saw the original designs, and that have been unknown centuries a-weaving, cannot be sensibly altered in the infinitesimal fragment that one human lifetime represents, though every thread of circumstance, in its right or wrong adjustment, must have its value in the ultimate product, whatever that unimaginable thing may be.

in or at this place; where the speaker or writer is

From this reading Still, in the individual man or woman, here and there, the type that he or she belongs to is temporarily obscured by accidental causes; the lines of character, laid down by many forefathers, are twisted or straightened by violent wrenchings of irresponsible fate--as in less important branches of nature's business her processes are interrupted by lightning and earthquakes, and other rebellious forces.

a period of time equal to 1/24th of a day

From this reading Rachel, from the hour when she discovered how it was that she and Roden Dalrymple had been defrauded of their "rights," was apparently quite changed (though--as she is still a very young woman--we are not prepared to suppose that she will never be her old weak and timid and clinging self again).

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

From this reading Rachel, from the hour when she discovered how it was that she and Roden Dalrymple had been defrauded of their "rights," was apparently quite changed (though--as she is still a very young woman--we are not prepared to suppose that she will never be her old weak and timid and clinging self again).

characteristic of humanity

From this reading Her patterns, of which no one ever saw the original designs, and that have been unknown centuries a-weaving, cannot be sensibly altered in the infinitesimal fragment that one human lifetime represents, though every thread of circumstance, in its right or wrong adjustment, must have its value in the ultimate product, whatever that unimaginable thing may be.

of great significance or value

From this reading Still, in the individual man or woman, here and there, the type that he or she belongs to is temporarily obscured by accidental causes; the lines of character, laid down by many forefathers, are twisted or straightened by violent wrenchings of irresponsible fate--as in less important branches of nature's business her processes are interrupted by lightning and earthquakes, and other rebellious forces.

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

From this reading Her patterns, of which no one ever saw the original designs, and that have been unknown centuries a-weaving, cannot be sensibly altered in the infinitesimal fragment that one human lifetime represents, though every thread of circumstance, in its right or wrong adjustment, must have its value in the ultimate product, whatever that unimaginable thing may be.

being or characteristic of a single thing or person

From this reading Still, in the individual man or woman, here and there, the type that he or she belongs to is temporarily obscured by accidental causes; the lines of character, laid down by many forefathers, are twisted or straightened by violent wrenchings of irresponsible fate--as in less important branches of nature's business her processes are interrupted by lightning and earthquakes, and other rebellious forces.

(mathematics) a variable that has zero as its limit

From this reading Her patterns, of which no one ever saw the original designs, and that have been unknown centuries a-weaving, cannot be sensibly altered in the infinitesimal fragment that one human lifetime represents, though every thread of circumstance, in its right or wrong adjustment, must have its value in the ultimate product, whatever that unimaginable thing may be.

discontinued temporarily

From this reading Still, in the individual man or woman, here and there, the type that he or she belongs to is temporarily obscured by accidental causes; the lines of character, laid down by many forefathers, are twisted or straightened by violent wrenchings of irresponsible fate--as in less important branches of nature's business her processes are interrupted by lightning and earthquakes, and other rebellious forces.

showing lack of care for consequences

From this reading Still, in the individual man or woman, here and there, the type that he or she belongs to is temporarily obscured by accidental causes; the lines of character, laid down by many forefathers, are twisted or straightened by violent wrenchings of irresponsible fate--as in less important branches of nature's business her processes are interrupted by lightning and earthquakes, and other rebellious forces.

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

From this reading Still, in the individual man or woman, here and there, the type that he or she belongs to is temporarily obscured by accidental causes; the lines of character, laid down by many forefathers, are twisted or straightened by violent wrenchings of irresponsible fate--as in less important branches of nature's business her processes are interrupted by lightning and earthquakes, and other rebellious forces.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Rachel, from the hour when she discovered how it was that she and Roden Dalrymple had been defrauded of their "rights," was apparently quite changed (though--as she is still a very young woman--we are not prepared to suppose that she will never be her old weak and timid and clinging self again).

belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned

From this reading As nature makes us, so to a great extent, the most of us remain, when education has done its very best, or its very worst, to modify the great mother's handiwork.

set down according to a plan

From this reading Still, in the individual man or woman, here and there, the type that he or she belongs to is temporarily obscured by accidental causes; the lines of character, laid down by many forefathers, are twisted or straightened by violent wrenchings of irresponsible fate--as in less important branches of nature's business her processes are interrupted by lightning and earthquakes, and other rebellious forces.

used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs

From this reading Still, in the individual man or woman, here and there, the type that he or she belongs to is temporarily obscured by accidental causes; the lines of character, laid down by many forefathers, are twisted or straightened by violent wrenchings of irresponsible fate--as in less important branches of nature's business her processes are interrupted by lightning and earthquakes, and other rebellious forces.

the period during which something is functional (as between birth and death)

From this reading Her patterns, of which no one ever saw the original designs, and that have been unknown centuries a-weaving, cannot be sensibly altered in the infinitesimal fragment that one human lifetime represents, though every thread of circumstance, in its right or wrong adjustment, must have its value in the ultimate product, whatever that unimaginable thing may be.

abrupt electric discharge from cloud to cloud or from cloud to earth accompanied by the emission of light

From this reading Still, in the individual man or woman, here and there, the type that he or she belongs to is temporarily obscured by accidental causes; the lines of character, laid down by many forefathers, are twisted or straightened by violent wrenchings of irresponsible fate--as in less important branches of nature's business her processes are interrupted by lightning and earthquakes, and other rebellious forces.

plural of “line” — a formation of people or things one beside another

From this reading Still, in the individual man or woman, here and there, the type that he or she belongs to is temporarily obscured by accidental causes; the lines of character, laid down by many forefathers, are twisted or straightened by violent wrenchings of irresponsible fate--as in less important branches of nature's business her processes are interrupted by lightning and earthquakes, and other rebellious forces.

plural of “make” — a recognizable kind

From this reading As nature makes us, so to a great extent, the most of us remain, when education has done its very best, or its very worst, to modify the great mother's handiwork.

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

From this reading Still, in the individual man or woman, here and there, the type that he or she belongs to is temporarily obscured by accidental causes; the lines of character, laid down by many forefathers, are twisted or straightened by violent wrenchings of irresponsible fate--as in less important branches of nature's business her processes are interrupted by lightning and earthquakes, and other rebellious forces.

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

From this reading Still, in the individual man or woman, here and there, the type that he or she belongs to is temporarily obscured by accidental causes; the lines of character, laid down by many forefathers, are twisted or straightened by violent wrenchings of irresponsible fate--as in less important branches of nature's business her processes are interrupted by lightning and earthquakes, and other rebellious forces.

used to say something is possible, or to give permission

From this reading Her patterns, of which no one ever saw the original designs, and that have been unknown centuries a-weaving, cannot be sensibly altered in the infinitesimal fragment that one human lifetime represents, though every thread of circumstance, in its right or wrong adjustment, must have its value in the ultimate product, whatever that unimaginable thing may be.

make less severe or harsh or extreme

From this reading As nature makes us, so to a great extent, the most of us remain, when education has done its very best, or its very worst, to modify the great mother's handiwork.

used to form the superlative

From this reading As nature makes us, so to a great extent, the most of us remain, when education has done its very best, or its very worst, to modify the great mother's handiwork.

possessive form of “mother” — a woman who has given birth to a child (also used as a term of address to your mother)

From this reading As nature makes us, so to a great extent, the most of us remain, when education has done its very best, or its very worst, to modify the great mother's handiwork.

used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true

From this reading Her patterns, of which no one ever saw the original designs, and that have been unknown centuries a-weaving, cannot be sensibly altered in the infinitesimal fragment that one human lifetime represents, though every thread of circumstance, in its right or wrong adjustment, must have its value in the ultimate product, whatever that unimaginable thing may be.

the essential qualities or characteristics by which something is recognized

From this reading As nature makes us, so to a great extent, the most of us remain, when education has done its very best, or its very worst, to modify the great mother's handiwork.

possessive form of “nature” — the essential qualities or characteristics by which something is recognized

From this reading Still, in the individual man or woman, here and there, the type that he or she belongs to is temporarily obscured by accidental causes; the lines of character, laid down by many forefathers, are twisted or straightened by violent wrenchings of irresponsible fate--as in less important branches of nature's business her processes are interrupted by lightning and earthquakes, and other rebellious forces.

not ever; at no time in the past or future

From this reading Rachel, from the hour when she discovered how it was that she and Roden Dalrymple had been defrauded of their "rights," was apparently quite changed (though--as she is still a very young woman--we are not prepared to suppose that she will never be her old weak and timid and clinging self again).

not any; not one

From this reading Her patterns, of which no one ever saw the original designs, and that have been unknown centuries a-weaving, cannot be sensibly altered in the infinitesimal fragment that one human lifetime represents, though every thread of circumstance, in its right or wrong adjustment, must have its value in the ultimate product, whatever that unimaginable thing may be.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Rachel, from the hour when she discovered how it was that she and Roden Dalrymple had been defrauded of their "rights," was apparently quite changed (though--as she is still a very young woman--we are not prepared to suppose that she will never be her old weak and timid and clinging self again).

past form of “obscure” — make less visible or unclear

From this reading Still, in the individual man or woman, here and there, the type that he or she belongs to is temporarily obscured by accidental causes; the lines of character, laid down by many forefathers, are twisted or straightened by violent wrenchings of irresponsible fate--as in less important branches of nature's business her processes are interrupted by lightning and earthquakes, and other rebellious forces.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading As nature makes us, so to a great extent, the most of us remain, when education has done its very best, or its very worst, to modify the great mother's handiwork.

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

From this reading Rachel, from the hour when she discovered how it was that she and Roden Dalrymple had been defrauded of their "rights," was apparently quite changed (though--as she is still a very young woman--we are not prepared to suppose that she will never be her old weak and timid and clinging self again).

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading Her patterns, of which no one ever saw the original designs, and that have been unknown centuries a-weaving, cannot be sensibly altered in the infinitesimal fragment that one human lifetime represents, though every thread of circumstance, in its right or wrong adjustment, must have its value in the ultimate product, whatever that unimaginable thing may be.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading As nature makes us, so to a great extent, the most of us remain, when education has done its very best, or its very worst, to modify the great mother's handiwork.

preceding all others in time or being as first made or performed

From this reading Her patterns, of which no one ever saw the original designs, and that have been unknown centuries a-weaving, cannot be sensibly altered in the infinitesimal fragment that one human lifetime represents, though every thread of circumstance, in its right or wrong adjustment, must have its value in the ultimate product, whatever that unimaginable thing may be.

not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied

From this reading Still, in the individual man or woman, here and there, the type that he or she belongs to is temporarily obscured by accidental causes; the lines of character, laid down by many forefathers, are twisted or straightened by violent wrenchings of irresponsible fate--as in less important branches of nature's business her processes are interrupted by lightning and earthquakes, and other rebellious forces.

plural of “pattern” — a perceptual structure

From this reading Her patterns, of which no one ever saw the original designs, and that have been unknown centuries a-weaving, cannot be sensibly altered in the infinitesimal fragment that one human lifetime represents, though every thread of circumstance, in its right or wrong adjustment, must have its value in the ultimate product, whatever that unimaginable thing may be.

made ready or fit or suitable beforehand

From this reading Rachel, from the hour when she discovered how it was that she and Roden Dalrymple had been defrauded of their "rights," was apparently quite changed (though--as she is still a very young woman--we are not prepared to suppose that she will never be her old weak and timid and clinging self again).

plural of “process” — a particular course of action intended to achieve a result

From this reading Still, in the individual man or woman, here and there, the type that he or she belongs to is temporarily obscured by accidental causes; the lines of character, laid down by many forefathers, are twisted or straightened by violent wrenchings of irresponsible fate--as in less important branches of nature's business her processes are interrupted by lightning and earthquakes, and other rebellious forces.

commodities offered for sale

From this reading Her patterns, of which no one ever saw the original designs, and that have been unknown centuries a-weaving, cannot be sensibly altered in the infinitesimal fragment that one human lifetime represents, though every thread of circumstance, in its right or wrong adjustment, must have its value in the ultimate product, whatever that unimaginable thing may be.

to a degree (not used with a negative)

From this reading Rachel, from the hour when she discovered how it was that she and Roden Dalrymple had been defrauded of their "rights," was apparently quite changed (though--as she is still a very young woman--we are not prepared to suppose that she will never be her old weak and timid and clinging self again).

(Old Testament) the second wife of Jacob and mother of Joseph and Benjamin

From this reading Rachel, from the hour when she discovered how it was that she and Roden Dalrymple had been defrauded of their "rights," was apparently quite changed (though--as she is still a very young woman--we are not prepared to suppose that she will never be her old weak and timid and clinging self again).

resisting control or authority

From this reading Still, in the individual man or woman, here and there, the type that he or she belongs to is temporarily obscured by accidental causes; the lines of character, laid down by many forefathers, are twisted or straightened by violent wrenchings of irresponsible fate--as in less important branches of nature's business her processes are interrupted by lightning and earthquakes, and other rebellious forces.

stay the same; remain in a certain state

From this reading As nature makes us, so to a great extent, the most of us remain, when education has done its very best, or its very worst, to modify the great mother's handiwork.

third-person singular of “represent” — take the place of or be parallel or equivalent to

From this reading Her patterns, of which no one ever saw the original designs, and that have been unknown centuries a-weaving, cannot be sensibly altered in the infinitesimal fragment that one human lifetime represents, though every thread of circumstance, in its right or wrong adjustment, must have its value in the ultimate product, whatever that unimaginable thing may be.

precisely, exactly

From this reading Her patterns, of which no one ever saw the original designs, and that have been unknown centuries a-weaving, cannot be sensibly altered in the infinitesimal fragment that one human lifetime represents, though every thread of circumstance, in its right or wrong adjustment, must have its value in the ultimate product, whatever that unimaginable thing may be.

plural of “right” — an abstract idea of that which is due to a person or governmental body by law or tradition or nature

From this reading Rachel, from the hour when she discovered how it was that she and Roden Dalrymple had been defrauded of their "rights," was apparently quite changed (though--as she is still a very young woman--we are not prepared to suppose that she will never be her old weak and timid and clinging self again).

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From this reading Rachel, from the hour when she discovered how it was that she and Roden Dalrymple had been defrauded of their "rights," was apparently quite changed (though--as she is still a very young woman--we are not prepared to suppose that she will never be her old weak and timid and clinging self again).

cut with a saw

From this reading Her patterns, of which no one ever saw the original designs, and that have been unknown centuries a-weaving, cannot be sensibly altered in the infinitesimal fragment that one human lifetime represents, though every thread of circumstance, in its right or wrong adjustment, must have its value in the ultimate product, whatever that unimaginable thing may be.

your consciousness of your own identity

From this reading Rachel, from the hour when she discovered how it was that she and Roden Dalrymple had been defrauded of their "rights," was apparently quite changed (though--as she is still a very young woman--we are not prepared to suppose that she will never be her old weak and timid and clinging self again).

with good sense or in a reasonable or intelligent manner

From this reading Her patterns, of which no one ever saw the original designs, and that have been unknown centuries a-weaving, cannot be sensibly altered in the infinitesimal fragment that one human lifetime represents, though every thread of circumstance, in its right or wrong adjustment, must have its value in the ultimate product, whatever that unimaginable thing may be.

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

From this reading Still, in the individual man or woman, here and there, the type that he or she belongs to is temporarily obscured by accidental causes; the lines of character, laid down by many forefathers, are twisted or straightened by violent wrenchings of irresponsible fate--as in less important branches of nature's business her processes are interrupted by lightning and earthquakes, and other rebellious forces.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading As nature makes us, so to a great extent, the most of us remain, when education has done its very best, or its very worst, to modify the great mother's handiwork.

not in physical motion

From this reading Still, in the individual man or woman, here and there, the type that he or she belongs to is temporarily obscured by accidental causes; the lines of character, laid down by many forefathers, are twisted or straightened by violent wrenchings of irresponsible fate--as in less important branches of nature's business her processes are interrupted by lightning and earthquakes, and other rebellious forces.

past form of “straighten” — straighten up or out; make straight

From this reading Still, in the individual man or woman, here and there, the type that he or she belongs to is temporarily obscured by accidental causes; the lines of character, laid down by many forefathers, are twisted or straightened by violent wrenchings of irresponsible fate--as in less important branches of nature's business her processes are interrupted by lightning and earthquakes, and other rebellious forces.

express a supposition

From this reading Rachel, from the hour when she discovered how it was that she and Roden Dalrymple had been defrauded of their "rights," was apparently quite changed (though--as she is still a very young woman--we are not prepared to suppose that she will never be her old weak and timid and clinging self again).

for a limited time only; not permanently

From this reading Still, in the individual man or woman, here and there, the type that he or she belongs to is temporarily obscured by accidental causes; the lines of character, laid down by many forefathers, are twisted or straightened by violent wrenchings of irresponsible fate--as in less important branches of nature's business her processes are interrupted by lightning and earthquakes, and other rebellious forces.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Her patterns, of which no one ever saw the original designs, and that have been unknown centuries a-weaving, cannot be sensibly altered in the infinitesimal fragment that one human lifetime represents, though every thread of circumstance, in its right or wrong adjustment, must have its value in the ultimate product, whatever that unimaginable thing may be.

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

From this reading As nature makes us, so to a great extent, the most of us remain, when education has done its very best, or its very worst, to modify the great mother's handiwork.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Rachel, from the hour when she discovered how it was that she and Roden Dalrymple had been defrauded of their "rights," was apparently quite changed (though--as she is still a very young woman--we are not prepared to suppose that she will never be her old weak and timid and clinging self again).

in or at that place or location

From this reading Still, in the individual man or woman, here and there, the type that he or she belongs to is temporarily obscured by accidental causes; the lines of character, laid down by many forefathers, are twisted or straightened by violent wrenchings of irresponsible fate--as in less important branches of nature's business her processes are interrupted by lightning and earthquakes, and other rebellious forces.

a special situation

From this reading Her patterns, of which no one ever saw the original designs, and that have been unknown centuries a-weaving, cannot be sensibly altered in the infinitesimal fragment that one human lifetime represents, though every thread of circumstance, in its right or wrong adjustment, must have its value in the ultimate product, whatever that unimaginable thing may be.

in spite of the fact that

From this reading Her patterns, of which no one ever saw the original designs, and that have been unknown centuries a-weaving, cannot be sensibly altered in the infinitesimal fragment that one human lifetime represents, though every thread of circumstance, in its right or wrong adjustment, must have its value in the ultimate product, whatever that unimaginable thing may be.

to move or cause to move in a sinuous, spiral, or circular course

From this reading Her patterns, of which no one ever saw the original designs, and that have been unknown centuries a-weaving, cannot be sensibly altered in the infinitesimal fragment that one human lifetime represents, though every thread of circumstance, in its right or wrong adjustment, must have its value in the ultimate product, whatever that unimaginable thing may be.

showing fear and lack of confidence

From this reading Rachel, from the hour when she discovered how it was that she and Roden Dalrymple had been defrauded of their "rights," was apparently quite changed (though--as she is still a very young woman--we are not prepared to suppose that she will never be her old weak and timid and clinging self again).

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

From this reading As nature makes us, so to a great extent, the most of us remain, when education has done its very best, or its very worst, to modify the great mother's handiwork.

having an intended meaning altered or misrepresented

From this reading Still, in the individual man or woman, here and there, the type that he or she belongs to is temporarily obscured by accidental causes; the lines of character, laid down by many forefathers, are twisted or straightened by violent wrenchings of irresponsible fate--as in less important branches of nature's business her processes are interrupted by lightning and earthquakes, and other rebellious forces.

a subdivision of a particular kind of thing

From this reading Still, in the individual man or woman, here and there, the type that he or she belongs to is temporarily obscured by accidental causes; the lines of character, laid down by many forefathers, are twisted or straightened by violent wrenchings of irresponsible fate--as in less important branches of nature's business her processes are interrupted by lightning and earthquakes, and other rebellious forces.

furthest or highest in degree or order; utmost or extreme

From this reading Her patterns, of which no one ever saw the original designs, and that have been unknown centuries a-weaving, cannot be sensibly altered in the infinitesimal fragment that one human lifetime represents, though every thread of circumstance, in its right or wrong adjustment, must have its value in the ultimate product, whatever that unimaginable thing may be.

totally unlikely

From this reading Her patterns, of which no one ever saw the original designs, and that have been unknown centuries a-weaving, cannot be sensibly altered in the infinitesimal fragment that one human lifetime represents, though every thread of circumstance, in its right or wrong adjustment, must have its value in the ultimate product, whatever that unimaginable thing may be.

not known

From this reading Her patterns, of which no one ever saw the original designs, and that have been unknown centuries a-weaving, cannot be sensibly altered in the infinitesimal fragment that one human lifetime represents, though every thread of circumstance, in its right or wrong adjustment, must have its value in the ultimate product, whatever that unimaginable thing may be.

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

From this reading As nature makes us, so to a great extent, the most of us remain, when education has done its very best, or its very worst, to modify the great mother's handiwork.

a numerical quantity measured or assigned or computed

From this reading Her patterns, of which no one ever saw the original designs, and that have been unknown centuries a-weaving, cannot be sensibly altered in the infinitesimal fragment that one human lifetime represents, though every thread of circumstance, in its right or wrong adjustment, must have its value in the ultimate product, whatever that unimaginable thing may be.

precisely as stated

From this reading As nature makes us, so to a great extent, the most of us remain, when education has done its very best, or its very worst, to modify the great mother's handiwork.

acting with or marked by or resulting from great force or energy or emotional intensity

From this reading Still, in the individual man or woman, here and there, the type that he or she belongs to is temporarily obscured by accidental causes; the lines of character, laid down by many forefathers, are twisted or straightened by violent wrenchings of irresponsible fate--as in less important branches of nature's business her processes are interrupted by lightning and earthquakes, and other rebellious forces.

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

From this reading Rachel, from the hour when she discovered how it was that she and Roden Dalrymple had been defrauded of their "rights," was apparently quite changed (though--as she is still a very young woman--we are not prepared to suppose that she will never be her old weak and timid and clinging self again).

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading Rachel, from the hour when she discovered how it was that she and Roden Dalrymple had been defrauded of their "rights," was apparently quite changed (though--as she is still a very young woman--we are not prepared to suppose that she will never be her old weak and timid and clinging self again).

wanting in physical strength

From this reading Rachel, from the hour when she discovered how it was that she and Roden Dalrymple had been defrauded of their "rights," was apparently quite changed (though--as she is still a very young woman--we are not prepared to suppose that she will never be her old weak and timid and clinging self again).

any or all of a kind, it does not matter which

From this reading Her patterns, of which no one ever saw the original designs, and that have been unknown centuries a-weaving, cannot be sensibly altered in the infinitesimal fragment that one human lifetime represents, though every thread of circumstance, in its right or wrong adjustment, must have its value in the ultimate product, whatever that unimaginable thing may be.

at the time that

From this reading As nature makes us, so to a great extent, the most of us remain, when education has done its very best, or its very worst, to modify the great mother's handiwork.

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

From this reading Her patterns, of which no one ever saw the original designs, and that have been unknown centuries a-weaving, cannot be sensibly altered in the infinitesimal fragment that one human lifetime represents, though every thread of circumstance, in its right or wrong adjustment, must have its value in the ultimate product, whatever that unimaginable thing may be.

used to talk about the future, or about willingness

From this reading Rachel, from the hour when she discovered how it was that she and Roden Dalrymple had been defrauded of their "rights," was apparently quite changed (though--as she is still a very young woman--we are not prepared to suppose that she will never be her old weak and timid and clinging self again).

an adult female person (as opposed to a man)

From this reading Still, in the individual man or woman, here and there, the type that he or she belongs to is temporarily obscured by accidental causes; the lines of character, laid down by many forefathers, are twisted or straightened by violent wrenchings of irresponsible fate--as in less important branches of nature's business her processes are interrupted by lightning and earthquakes, and other rebellious forces.

the least favorable outcome

From this reading As nature makes us, so to a great extent, the most of us remain, when education has done its very best, or its very worst, to modify the great mother's handiwork.

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

From this reading Still, in the individual man or woman, here and there, the type that he or she belongs to is temporarily obscured by accidental causes; the lines of character, laid down by many forefathers, are twisted or straightened by violent wrenchings of irresponsible fate--as in less important branches of nature's business her processes are interrupted by lightning and earthquakes, and other rebellious forces.

not correct; not in conformity with fact or truth

From this reading Her patterns, of which no one ever saw the original designs, and that have been unknown centuries a-weaving, cannot be sensibly altered in the infinitesimal fragment that one human lifetime represents, though every thread of circumstance, in its right or wrong adjustment, must have its value in the ultimate product, whatever that unimaginable thing may be.

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

From this reading Rachel, from the hour when she discovered how it was that she and Roden Dalrymple had been defrauded of their "rights," was apparently quite changed (though--as she is still a very young woman--we are not prepared to suppose that she will never be her old weak and timid and clinging self again).