Chapter XIII

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

From this reading It was, as a matter of fact, thought very remarkable that she and he were permitted to have so long a conversation without interruption.

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From this reading It was not within the bounds of possibility that the fascinating Mrs. Abington should remain for the rest of the evening seated by the side of young Mr. Linley in the Assembly Rooms.

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

From this reading It was, as a matter of fact, thought very remarkable that she and he were permitted to have so long a conversation without interruption.

an old form of “are”, used with “thou”

From this reading (He did not doubt that philosophy as well as art formed the subject of his discourse with the charming lady.)

relating to or characteristic of art or artists

From this reading This circumstance, however, did not prevent the young man's resenting deeply the intrusion of Mr. Walpole and his friend Gilly Williams upon the artistic and philosophical duologue in which he was taking, as he fancied, the prominent part.

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

From this reading It was, as a matter of fact, thought very remarkable that she and he were permitted to have so long a conversation without interruption.

a group of machine parts that fit together to form a self-contained unit

From this reading It was not within the bounds of possibility that the fascinating Mrs. Abington should remain for the rest of the evening seated by the side of young Mr. Linley in the Assembly Rooms.

having undesirable or negative qualities

From this reading He thought that he might tire out Mr. Walpole and his friend, who had the bad taste to push themselves forward--they did not even think it necessary to have philosophy and art as their excuse--to the destruction of that seclusion which he had no trouble in perceiving the lady loved dearly.

the line or plane indicating the limit or extent of something

From this reading It was not within the bounds of possibility that the fascinating Mrs. Abington should remain for the rest of the evening seated by the side of young Mr. Linley in the Assembly Rooms.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading It was not within the bounds of possibility that the fascinating Mrs. Abington should remain for the rest of the evening seated by the side of young Mr. Linley in the Assembly Rooms.

pleasing or delighting

From this reading (He did not doubt that philosophy as well as art formed the subject of his discourse with the charming lady.)

a condition that accompanies or influences some event or activity

From this reading This circumstance, however, did not prevent the young man's resenting deeply the intrusion of Mr. Walpole and his friend Gilly Williams upon the artistic and philosophical duologue in which he was taking, as he fancied, the prominent part.

the use of speech for informal exchange of views or ideas or information etc.

From this reading It was, as a matter of fact, thought very remarkable that she and he were permitted to have so long a conversation without interruption.

in a sincere and heartfelt manner

From this reading He thought that he might tire out Mr. Walpole and his friend, who had the bad taste to push themselves forward--they did not even think it necessary to have philosophy and art as their excuse--to the destruction of that seclusion which he had no trouble in perceiving the lady loved dearly.

to a great depth psychologically or emotionally

From this reading This circumstance, however, did not prevent the young man's resenting deeply the intrusion of Mr. Walpole and his friend Gilly Williams upon the artistic and philosophical duologue in which he was taking, as he fancied, the prominent part.

the termination of something by causing so much damage to it that it cannot be repaired or no longer exists

From this reading He thought that he might tire out Mr. Walpole and his friend, who had the bad taste to push themselves forward--they did not even think it necessary to have philosophy and art as their excuse--to the destruction of that seclusion which he had no trouble in perceiving the lady loved dearly.

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

From this reading This circumstance, however, did not prevent the young man's resenting deeply the intrusion of Mr. Walpole and his friend Gilly Williams upon the artistic and philosophical duologue in which he was taking, as he fancied, the prominent part.

extended verbal expression in speech or writing

From this reading (He did not doubt that philosophy as well as art formed the subject of his discourse with the charming lady.)

the state of being unsure of something

From this reading (He did not doubt that philosophy as well as art formed the subject of his discourse with the charming lady.)

a conversation between two persons

From this reading This circumstance, however, did not prevent the young man's resenting deeply the intrusion of Mr. Walpole and his friend Gilly Williams upon the artistic and philosophical duologue in which he was taking, as he fancied, the prominent part.

divisible by two

From this reading He thought that he might tire out Mr. Walpole and his friend, who had the bad taste to push themselves forward--they did not even think it necessary to have philosophy and art as their excuse--to the destruction of that seclusion which he had no trouble in perceiving the lady loved dearly.

the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)

From this reading It was not within the bounds of possibility that the fascinating Mrs. Abington should remain for the rest of the evening seated by the side of young Mr. Linley in the Assembly Rooms.

accept an excuse for

From this reading He thought that he might tire out Mr. Walpole and his friend, who had the bad taste to push themselves forward--they did not even think it necessary to have philosophy and art as their excuse--to the destruction of that seclusion which he had no trouble in perceiving the lady loved dearly.

a piece of information about circumstances that exist or events that have occurred

From this reading It was, as a matter of fact, thought very remarkable that she and he were permitted to have so long a conversation without interruption.

formed or conceived by the imagination

From this reading This circumstance, however, did not prevent the young man's resenting deeply the intrusion of Mr. Walpole and his friend Gilly Williams upon the artistic and philosophical duologue in which he was taking, as he fancied, the prominent part.

capable of arousing and holding the attention

From this reading It was not within the bounds of possibility that the fascinating Mrs. Abington should remain for the rest of the evening seated by the side of young Mr. Linley in the Assembly Rooms.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading It was not within the bounds of possibility that the fascinating Mrs. Abington should remain for the rest of the evening seated by the side of young Mr. Linley in the Assembly Rooms.

having or given a form or shape

From this reading (He did not doubt that philosophy as well as art formed the subject of his discourse with the charming lady.)

at or to or toward the front

From this reading He thought that he might tire out Mr. Walpole and his friend, who had the bad taste to push themselves forward--they did not even think it necessary to have philosophy and art as their excuse--to the destruction of that seclusion which he had no trouble in perceiving the lady loved dearly.

a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading This circumstance, however, did not prevent the young man's resenting deeply the intrusion of Mr. Walpole and his friend Gilly Williams upon the artistic and philosophical duologue in which he was taking, as he fancied, the prominent part.

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From this reading This circumstance, however, did not prevent the young man's resenting deeply the intrusion of Mr. Walpole and his friend Gilly Williams upon the artistic and philosophical duologue in which he was taking, as he fancied, the prominent part.

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

From this reading He thought that he might tire out Mr. Walpole and his friend, who had the bad taste to push themselves forward--they did not even think it necessary to have philosophy and art as their excuse--to the destruction of that seclusion which he had no trouble in perceiving the lady loved dearly.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading It was, as a matter of fact, thought very remarkable that she and he were permitted to have so long a conversation without interruption.

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

From this reading It was, as a matter of fact, thought very remarkable that she and he were permitted to have so long a conversation without interruption.

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

From this reading This circumstance, however, did not prevent the young man's resenting deeply the intrusion of Mr. Walpole and his friend Gilly Williams upon the artistic and philosophical duologue in which he was taking, as he fancied, the prominent part.

used to add a contrasting statement

From this reading This circumstance, however, did not prevent the young man's resenting deeply the intrusion of Mr. Walpole and his friend Gilly Williams upon the artistic and philosophical duologue in which he was taking, as he fancied, the prominent part.

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

From this reading It was not within the bounds of possibility that the fascinating Mrs. Abington should remain for the rest of the evening seated by the side of young Mr. Linley in the Assembly Rooms.

an act of delaying or interrupting the continuity

From this reading It was, as a matter of fact, thought very remarkable that she and he were permitted to have so long a conversation without interruption.

any entry into an area not previously occupied

From this reading This circumstance, however, did not prevent the young man's resenting deeply the intrusion of Mr. Walpole and his friend Gilly Williams upon the artistic and philosophical duologue in which he was taking, as he fancied, the prominent part.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It was not within the bounds of possibility that the fascinating Mrs. Abington should remain for the rest of the evening seated by the side of young Mr. Linley in the Assembly Rooms.

a polite name for any woman

From this reading (He did not doubt that philosophy as well as art formed the subject of his discourse with the charming lady.)

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From this reading It was not within the bounds of possibility that the fascinating Mrs. Abington should remain for the rest of the evening seated by the side of young Mr. Linley in the Assembly Rooms.

primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified

From this reading It was, as a matter of fact, thought very remarkable that she and he were permitted to have so long a conversation without interruption.

held dear

From this reading He thought that he might tire out Mr. Walpole and his friend, who had the bad taste to push themselves forward--they did not even think it necessary to have philosophy and art as their excuse--to the destruction of that seclusion which he had no trouble in perceiving the lady loved dearly.

possessive form of “man” — an adult person who is male (as opposed to a woman)

From this reading This circumstance, however, did not prevent the young man's resenting deeply the intrusion of Mr. Walpole and his friend Gilly Williams upon the artistic and philosophical duologue in which he was taking, as he fancied, the prominent part.

a vaguely specified concern

From this reading It was, as a matter of fact, thought very remarkable that she and he were permitted to have so long a conversation without interruption.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading He thought that he might tire out Mr. Walpole and his friend, who had the bad taste to push themselves forward--they did not even think it necessary to have philosophy and art as their excuse--to the destruction of that seclusion which he had no trouble in perceiving the lady loved dearly.

a form of address for a man

From this reading It was not within the bounds of possibility that the fascinating Mrs. Abington should remain for the rest of the evening seated by the side of young Mr. Linley in the Assembly Rooms.

a form of address for a married woman

From this reading It was not within the bounds of possibility that the fascinating Mrs. Abington should remain for the rest of the evening seated by the side of young Mr. Linley in the Assembly Rooms.

absolutely essential

From this reading He thought that he might tire out Mr. Walpole and his friend, who had the bad taste to push themselves forward--they did not even think it necessary to have philosophy and art as their excuse--to the destruction of that seclusion which he had no trouble in perceiving the lady loved dearly.

not any; not one

From this reading He thought that he might tire out Mr. Walpole and his friend, who had the bad taste to push themselves forward--they did not even think it necessary to have philosophy and art as their excuse--to the destruction of that seclusion which he had no trouble in perceiving the lady loved dearly.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading It was not within the bounds of possibility that the fascinating Mrs. Abington should remain for the rest of the evening seated by the side of young Mr. Linley in the Assembly Rooms.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading It was not within the bounds of possibility that the fascinating Mrs. Abington should remain for the rest of the evening seated by the side of young Mr. Linley in the Assembly Rooms.

not allowed to continue to bat or run

From this reading He thought that he might tire out Mr. Walpole and his friend, who had the bad taste to push themselves forward--they did not even think it necessary to have philosophy and art as their excuse--to the destruction of that seclusion which he had no trouble in perceiving the lady loved dearly.

something determined in relation to something that includes it

From this reading This circumstance, however, did not prevent the young man's resenting deeply the intrusion of Mr. Walpole and his friend Gilly Williams upon the artistic and philosophical duologue in which he was taking, as he fancied, the prominent part.

-ing form of “perceive” — to become aware of through the senses

From this reading He thought that he might tire out Mr. Walpole and his friend, who had the bad taste to push themselves forward--they did not even think it necessary to have philosophy and art as their excuse--to the destruction of that seclusion which he had no trouble in perceiving the lady loved dearly.

inflected form of “permit” — consent to, give permission

From this reading It was, as a matter of fact, thought very remarkable that she and he were permitted to have so long a conversation without interruption.

of or relating to philosophy or philosophers

From this reading This circumstance, however, did not prevent the young man's resenting deeply the intrusion of Mr. Walpole and his friend Gilly Williams upon the artistic and philosophical duologue in which he was taking, as he fancied, the prominent part.

The study of the fundamental nature of knowledge, reality, and existence. (Triết học, đạo lý nhân sinh.)

From this reading (He did not doubt that philosophy as well as art formed the subject of his discourse with the charming lady.)

a future prospect or potential

From this reading It was not within the bounds of possibility that the fascinating Mrs. Abington should remain for the rest of the evening seated by the side of young Mr. Linley in the Assembly Rooms.

keep from happening or arising; make impossible

From this reading This circumstance, however, did not prevent the young man's resenting deeply the intrusion of Mr. Walpole and his friend Gilly Williams upon the artistic and philosophical duologue in which he was taking, as he fancied, the prominent part.

having a quality that thrusts itself into attention

From this reading This circumstance, however, did not prevent the young man's resenting deeply the intrusion of Mr. Walpole and his friend Gilly Williams upon the artistic and philosophical duologue in which he was taking, as he fancied, the prominent part.

move with force

From this reading He thought that he might tire out Mr. Walpole and his friend, who had the bad taste to push themselves forward--they did not even think it necessary to have philosophy and art as their excuse--to the destruction of that seclusion which he had no trouble in perceiving the lady loved dearly.

stay the same; remain in a certain state

From this reading It was not within the bounds of possibility that the fascinating Mrs. Abington should remain for the rest of the evening seated by the side of young Mr. Linley in the Assembly Rooms.

unusual or striking

From this reading It was, as a matter of fact, thought very remarkable that she and he were permitted to have so long a conversation without interruption.

-ing form of “resent” — feel bitter or indignant about

From this reading This circumstance, however, did not prevent the young man's resenting deeply the intrusion of Mr. Walpole and his friend Gilly Williams upon the artistic and philosophical duologue in which he was taking, as he fancied, the prominent part.

not move; be in a resting position

From this reading It was not within the bounds of possibility that the fascinating Mrs. Abington should remain for the rest of the evening seated by the side of young Mr. Linley in the Assembly Rooms.

apartment consisting of a series of connected rooms used as a living unit (as in a hotel)

From this reading It was not within the bounds of possibility that the fascinating Mrs. Abington should remain for the rest of the evening seated by the side of young Mr. Linley in the Assembly Rooms.

(of persons) having the torso erect and legs bent with the body supported on the buttocks

From this reading It was not within the bounds of possibility that the fascinating Mrs. Abington should remain for the rest of the evening seated by the side of young Mr. Linley in the Assembly Rooms.

the quality of being secluded from the presence or view of others

From this reading He thought that he might tire out Mr. Walpole and his friend, who had the bad taste to push themselves forward--they did not even think it necessary to have philosophy and art as their excuse--to the destruction of that seclusion which he had no trouble in perceiving the lady loved dearly.

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

From this reading It was, as a matter of fact, thought very remarkable that she and he were permitted to have so long a conversation without interruption.

used to say what is right, expected, or advisable

From this reading It was not within the bounds of possibility that the fascinating Mrs. Abington should remain for the rest of the evening seated by the side of young Mr. Linley in the Assembly Rooms.

a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location

From this reading It was not within the bounds of possibility that the fascinating Mrs. Abington should remain for the rest of the evening seated by the side of young Mr. Linley in the Assembly Rooms.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading It was, as a matter of fact, thought very remarkable that she and he were permitted to have so long a conversation without interruption.

the subject matter of a conversation or discussion

From this reading (He did not doubt that philosophy as well as art formed the subject of his discourse with the charming lady.)

the act of someone who picks up or takes something

From this reading This circumstance, however, did not prevent the young man's resenting deeply the intrusion of Mr. Walpole and his friend Gilly Williams upon the artistic and philosophical duologue in which he was taking, as he fancied, the prominent part.

To perceive flavor through the mouth.

From this reading He thought that he might tire out Mr. Walpole and his friend, who had the bad taste to push themselves forward--they did not even think it necessary to have philosophy and art as their excuse--to the destruction of that seclusion which he had no trouble in perceiving the lady loved dearly.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading It was not within the bounds of possibility that the fascinating Mrs. Abington should remain for the rest of the evening seated by the side of young Mr. Linley in the Assembly Rooms.

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

From this reading It was not within the bounds of possibility that the fascinating Mrs. Abington should remain for the rest of the evening seated by the side of young Mr. Linley in the Assembly Rooms.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading He thought that he might tire out Mr. Walpole and his friend, who had the bad taste to push themselves forward--they did not even think it necessary to have philosophy and art as their excuse--to the destruction of that seclusion which he had no trouble in perceiving the lady loved dearly.

used when the people doing the action are also its object

From this reading He thought that he might tire out Mr. Walpole and his friend, who had the bad taste to push themselves forward--they did not even think it necessary to have philosophy and art as their excuse--to the destruction of that seclusion which he had no trouble in perceiving the lady loved dearly.

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

From this reading He thought that he might tire out Mr. Walpole and his friend, who had the bad taste to push themselves forward--they did not even think it necessary to have philosophy and art as their excuse--to the destruction of that seclusion which he had no trouble in perceiving the lady loved dearly.

judge or regard; look upon; judge

From this reading He thought that he might tire out Mr. Walpole and his friend, who had the bad taste to push themselves forward--they did not even think it necessary to have philosophy and art as their excuse--to the destruction of that seclusion which he had no trouble in perceiving the lady loved dearly.

used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned

From this reading This circumstance, however, did not prevent the young man's resenting deeply the intrusion of Mr. Walpole and his friend Gilly Williams upon the artistic and philosophical duologue in which he was taking, as he fancied, the prominent part.

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

From this reading It was, as a matter of fact, thought very remarkable that she and he were permitted to have so long a conversation without interruption.

lose interest or become bored with something or somebody

From this reading He thought that he might tire out Mr. Walpole and his friend, who had the bad taste to push themselves forward--they did not even think it necessary to have philosophy and art as their excuse--to the destruction of that seclusion which he had no trouble in perceiving the lady loved dearly.

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

From this reading It was, as a matter of fact, thought very remarkable that she and he were permitted to have so long a conversation without interruption.

a source of difficulty

From this reading He thought that he might tire out Mr. Walpole and his friend, who had the bad taste to push themselves forward--they did not even think it necessary to have philosophy and art as their excuse--to the destruction of that seclusion which he had no trouble in perceiving the lady loved dearly.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading This circumstance, however, did not prevent the young man's resenting deeply the intrusion of Mr. Walpole and his friend Gilly Williams upon the artistic and philosophical duologue in which he was taking, as he fancied, the prominent part.

precisely as stated

From this reading It was, as a matter of fact, thought very remarkable that she and he were permitted to have so long a conversation without interruption.

English writer and historian; son of Sir Robert Walpole (1717-1797)

From this reading This circumstance, however, did not prevent the young man's resenting deeply the intrusion of Mr. Walpole and his friend Gilly Williams upon the artistic and philosophical duologue in which he was taking, as he fancied, the prominent part.

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

From this reading It was not within the bounds of possibility that the fascinating Mrs. Abington should remain for the rest of the evening seated by the side of young Mr. Linley in the Assembly Rooms.

(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)

From this reading (He did not doubt that philosophy as well as art formed the subject of his discourse with the charming lady.)

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

From this reading It was, as a matter of fact, thought very remarkable that she and he were permitted to have so long a conversation without interruption.

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

From this reading This circumstance, however, did not prevent the young man's resenting deeply the intrusion of Mr. Walpole and his friend Gilly Williams upon the artistic and philosophical duologue in which he was taking, as he fancied, the prominent part.

which person or people

From this reading He thought that he might tire out Mr. Walpole and his friend, who had the bad taste to push themselves forward--they did not even think it necessary to have philosophy and art as their excuse--to the destruction of that seclusion which he had no trouble in perceiving the lady loved dearly.

United States country singer and songwriter (1923-1953)

From this reading This circumstance, however, did not prevent the young man's resenting deeply the intrusion of Mr. Walpole and his friend Gilly Williams upon the artistic and philosophical duologue in which he was taking, as he fancied, the prominent part.

in the company of; together with

From this reading (He did not doubt that philosophy as well as art formed the subject of his discourse with the charming lady.)

inside; before a period of time has passed

From this reading It was not within the bounds of possibility that the fascinating Mrs. Abington should remain for the rest of the evening seated by the side of young Mr. Linley in the Assembly Rooms.

not having, not using, or not accompanied by

From this reading It was, as a matter of fact, thought very remarkable that she and he were permitted to have so long a conversation without interruption.

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

From this reading It was not within the bounds of possibility that the fascinating Mrs. Abington should remain for the rest of the evening seated by the side of young Mr. Linley in the Assembly Rooms.