Chapter XII · Chapter 12

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

From this reading Walter Clifford was so distressed at this outburst, and the prospect of actual litigation between his father and his sweetheart's father, that Julia Clifford pitied him, and, after thinking a little, said she would stop it for the present.

presently existing in fact and not merely potential or possible

From this reading Walter Clifford was so distressed at this outburst, and the prospect of actual litigation between his father and his sweetheart's father, that Julia Clifford pitied him, and, after thinking a little, said she would stop it for the present.

later than; following

From this reading Walter Clifford was so distressed at this outburst, and the prospect of actual litigation between his father and his sweetheart's father, that Julia Clifford pitied him, and, after thinking a little, said she would stop it for the present.

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

From this reading She then sat down, and in five minutes the docile pen of a female letter-writer produced an ingratiating composition impossible to resist.

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

From this reading Walter Clifford was so distressed at this outburst, and the prospect of actual litigation between his father and his sweetheart's father, that Julia Clifford pitied him, and, after thinking a little, said she would stop it for the present.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading Then she told him that Colonel Clifford "had only just been saved from death by a miracle, and a relapse was expected in case of any great excitement or irritation, such as a doubtful lawsuit with a gentleman he disliked would certainly cause.

past form of “apologize” — acknowledge faults or shortcomings or failing

From this reading She apologized for her apparent insincerity, but would be candid, and confide the whole truth to Mr. Bell.

clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment

From this reading She apologized for her apparent insincerity, but would be candid, and confide the whole truth to Mr. Bell.

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

From this reading Then she told him that Colonel Clifford "had only just been saved from death by a miracle, and a relapse was expected in case of any great excitement or irritation, such as a doubtful lawsuit with a gentleman he disliked would certainly cause.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Walter Clifford was so distressed at this outburst, and the prospect of actual litigation between his father and his sweetheart's father, that Julia Clifford pitied him, and, after thinking a little, said she would stop it for the present.

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

From this reading She apologized for her apparent insincerity, but would be candid, and confide the whole truth to Mr. Bell.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading Then she told him that Colonel Clifford "had only just been saved from death by a miracle, and a relapse was expected in case of any great excitement or irritation, such as a doubtful lawsuit with a gentleman he disliked would certainly cause.

a hollow device made of metal that makes a ringing sound when struck

From this reading She apologized for her apparent insincerity, but would be candid, and confide the whole truth to Mr. Bell.

in the space, time, or range separating two things

From this reading Walter Clifford was so distressed at this outburst, and the prospect of actual litigation between his father and his sweetheart's father, that Julia Clifford pitied him, and, after thinking a little, said she would stop it for the present.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading She apologized for her apparent insincerity, but would be candid, and confide the whole truth to Mr. Bell.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Then she told him that Colonel Clifford "had only just been saved from death by a miracle, and a relapse was expected in case of any great excitement or irritation, such as a doubtful lawsuit with a gentleman he disliked would certainly cause.

characterized by directness in manner or speech; without subtlety or evasion

From this reading She apologized for her apparent insincerity, but would be candid, and confide the whole truth to Mr. Bell.

an occurrence of something

From this reading Then she told him that Colonel Clifford "had only just been saved from death by a miracle, and a relapse was expected in case of any great excitement or irritation, such as a doubtful lawsuit with a gentleman he disliked would certainly cause.

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

From this reading Then she told him that Colonel Clifford "had only just been saved from death by a miracle, and a relapse was expected in case of any great excitement or irritation, such as a doubtful lawsuit with a gentleman he disliked would certainly cause.

definitely or positively (“sure” is sometimes used informally for “surely”)

From this reading Then she told him that Colonel Clifford "had only just been saved from death by a miracle, and a relapse was expected in case of any great excitement or irritation, such as a doubtful lawsuit with a gentleman he disliked would certainly cause.

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

From this reading Walter Clifford was so distressed at this outburst, and the prospect of actual litigation between his father and his sweetheart's father, that Julia Clifford pitied him, and, after thinking a little, said she would stop it for the present.

a commissioned military officer in the United States Army or Air Force or Marines who ranks above a lieutenant colonel and below a brigadier general

From this reading Then she told him that Colonel Clifford "had only just been saved from death by a miracle, and a relapse was expected in case of any great excitement or irritation, such as a doubtful lawsuit with a gentleman he disliked would certainly cause.

the spatial property resulting from the arrangement of parts in relation to each other and to the whole

From this reading She then sat down, and in five minutes the docile pen of a female letter-writer produced an ingratiating composition impossible to resist.

reveal in private; tell confidentially

From this reading She apologized for her apparent insincerity, but would be candid, and confide the whole truth to Mr. Bell.

the event of dying or departure from life

From this reading Then she told him that Colonel Clifford "had only just been saved from death by a miracle, and a relapse was expected in case of any great excitement or irritation, such as a doubtful lawsuit with a gentleman he disliked would certainly cause.

regarded with aversion

From this reading Then she told him that Colonel Clifford "had only just been saved from death by a miracle, and a relapse was expected in case of any great excitement or irritation, such as a doubtful lawsuit with a gentleman he disliked would certainly cause.

facing or experiencing financial trouble or difficulty

From this reading Walter Clifford was so distressed at this outburst, and the prospect of actual litigation between his father and his sweetheart's father, that Julia Clifford pitied him, and, after thinking a little, said she would stop it for the present.

willing to be taught or led or supervised or directed

From this reading She then sat down, and in five minutes the docile pen of a female letter-writer produced an ingratiating composition impossible to resist.

open to doubt or suspicion

From this reading Then she told him that Colonel Clifford "had only just been saved from death by a miracle, and a relapse was expected in case of any great excitement or irritation, such as a doubtful lawsuit with a gentleman he disliked would certainly cause.

being or moving lower in position or less in some value

From this reading She then sat down, and in five minutes the docile pen of a female letter-writer produced an ingratiating composition impossible to resist.

the feeling of lively and cheerful joy

From this reading Then she told him that Colonel Clifford "had only just been saved from death by a miracle, and a relapse was expected in case of any great excitement or irritation, such as a doubtful lawsuit with a gentleman he disliked would certainly cause.

considered likely or probable to happen or arrive

From this reading Then she told him that Colonel Clifford "had only just been saved from death by a miracle, and a relapse was expected in case of any great excitement or irritation, such as a doubtful lawsuit with a gentleman he disliked would certainly cause.

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

From this reading Walter Clifford was so distressed at this outburst, and the prospect of actual litigation between his father and his sweetheart's father, that Julia Clifford pitied him, and, after thinking a little, said she would stop it for the present.

being the sex (of plant or animal) that produces fertilizable gametes (ova) from which offspring develop

From this reading She then sat down, and in five minutes the docile pen of a female letter-writer produced an ingratiating composition impossible to resist.

the cardinal number that is the sum of four and one

From this reading She then sat down, and in five minutes the docile pen of a female letter-writer produced an ingratiating composition impossible to resist.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Walter Clifford was so distressed at this outburst, and the prospect of actual litigation between his father and his sweetheart's father, that Julia Clifford pitied him, and, after thinking a little, said she would stop it for the present.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Then she told him that Colonel Clifford "had only just been saved from death by a miracle, and a relapse was expected in case of any great excitement or irritation, such as a doubtful lawsuit with a gentleman he disliked would certainly cause.

a man of refinement

From this reading Then she told him that Colonel Clifford "had only just been saved from death by a miracle, and a relapse was expected in case of any great excitement or irritation, such as a doubtful lawsuit with a gentleman he disliked would certainly cause.

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

From this reading Then she told him that Colonel Clifford "had only just been saved from death by a miracle, and a relapse was expected in case of any great excitement or irritation, such as a doubtful lawsuit with a gentleman he disliked would certainly cause.

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

From this reading Then she told him that Colonel Clifford "had only just been saved from death by a miracle, and a relapse was expected in case of any great excitement or irritation, such as a doubtful lawsuit with a gentleman he disliked would certainly cause.

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

From this reading Then she told him that Colonel Clifford "had only just been saved from death by a miracle, and a relapse was expected in case of any great excitement or irritation, such as a doubtful lawsuit with a gentleman he disliked would certainly cause.

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

From this reading She apologized for her apparent insincerity, but would be candid, and confide the whole truth to Mr. Bell.

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

From this reading Walter Clifford was so distressed at this outburst, and the prospect of actual litigation between his father and his sweetheart's father, that Julia Clifford pitied him, and, after thinking a little, said she would stop it for the present.

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

From this reading Walter Clifford was so distressed at this outburst, and the prospect of actual litigation between his father and his sweetheart's father, that Julia Clifford pitied him, and, after thinking a little, said she would stop it for the present.

not capable of occurring or being accomplished or dealt with

From this reading She then sat down, and in five minutes the docile pen of a female letter-writer produced an ingratiating composition impossible to resist.

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

From this reading She then sat down, and in five minutes the docile pen of a female letter-writer produced an ingratiating composition impossible to resist.

capable of winning favor

From this reading She then sat down, and in five minutes the docile pen of a female letter-writer produced an ingratiating composition impossible to resist.

the quality of not being open or truthful; deceitful or hypocritical

From this reading She apologized for her apparent insincerity, but would be candid, and confide the whole truth to Mr. Bell.

the psychological state of being irritated or annoyed

From this reading Then she told him that Colonel Clifford "had only just been saved from death by a miracle, and a relapse was expected in case of any great excitement or irritation, such as a doubtful lawsuit with a gentleman he disliked would certainly cause.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading Walter Clifford was so distressed at this outburst, and the prospect of actual litigation between his father and his sweetheart's father, that Julia Clifford pitied him, and, after thinking a little, said she would stop it for the present.

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

From this reading Walter Clifford was so distressed at this outburst, and the prospect of actual litigation between his father and his sweetheart's father, that Julia Clifford pitied him, and, after thinking a little, said she would stop it for the present.

and nothing more

From this reading Then she told him that Colonel Clifford "had only just been saved from death by a miracle, and a relapse was expected in case of any great excitement or irritation, such as a doubtful lawsuit with a gentleman he disliked would certainly cause.

a comprehensive term for any proceeding in a court of law whereby an individual seeks a legal remedy

From this reading Then she told him that Colonel Clifford "had only just been saved from death by a miracle, and a relapse was expected in case of any great excitement or irritation, such as a doubtful lawsuit with a gentleman he disliked would certainly cause.

used to make a suggestion or a command including the speaker

From this reading THE SERPENT LET LOOSE.

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

From this reading She then sat down, and in five minutes the docile pen of a female letter-writer produced an ingratiating composition impossible to resist.

a legal proceeding in a court; a judicial contest to determine and enforce legal rights

From this reading Walter Clifford was so distressed at this outburst, and the prospect of actual litigation between his father and his sweetheart's father, that Julia Clifford pitied him, and, after thinking a little, said she would stop it for the present.

limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent

From this reading Walter Clifford was so distressed at this outburst, and the prospect of actual litigation between his father and his sweetheart's father, that Julia Clifford pitied him, and, after thinking a little, said she would stop it for the present.

not compact or dense in structure or arrangement

From this reading THE SERPENT LET LOOSE.

a written account of what transpired at a meeting

From this reading She then sat down, and in five minutes the docile pen of a female letter-writer produced an ingratiating composition impossible to resist.

any amazing or wonderful occurrence

From this reading Then she told him that Colonel Clifford "had only just been saved from death by a miracle, and a relapse was expected in case of any great excitement or irritation, such as a doubtful lawsuit with a gentleman he disliked would certainly cause.

a form of address for a man

From this reading She apologized for her apparent insincerity, but would be candid, and confide the whole truth to Mr. Bell.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading Walter Clifford was so distressed at this outburst, and the prospect of actual litigation between his father and his sweetheart's father, that Julia Clifford pitied him, and, after thinking a little, said she would stop it for the present.

and nothing more

From this reading Then she told him that Colonel Clifford "had only just been saved from death by a miracle, and a relapse was expected in case of any great excitement or irritation, such as a doubtful lawsuit with a gentleman he disliked would certainly cause.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Then she told him that Colonel Clifford "had only just been saved from death by a miracle, and a relapse was expected in case of any great excitement or irritation, such as a doubtful lawsuit with a gentleman he disliked would certainly cause.

an unrestrained expression of emotion

From this reading Walter Clifford was so distressed at this outburst, and the prospect of actual litigation between his father and his sweetheart's father, that Julia Clifford pitied him, and, after thinking a little, said she would stop it for the present.

a writing implement with a point from which ink flows

From this reading She then sat down, and in five minutes the docile pen of a female letter-writer produced an ingratiating composition impossible to resist.

inflected form of “pity” — share the suffering of

From this reading Walter Clifford was so distressed at this outburst, and the prospect of actual litigation between his father and his sweetheart's father, that Julia Clifford pitied him, and, after thinking a little, said she would stop it for the present.

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading Walter Clifford was so distressed at this outburst, and the prospect of actual litigation between his father and his sweetheart's father, that Julia Clifford pitied him, and, after thinking a little, said she would stop it for the present.

past form of “produce” — bring forth or yield

From this reading She then sat down, and in five minutes the docile pen of a female letter-writer produced an ingratiating composition impossible to resist.

the possibility of future success

From this reading Walter Clifford was so distressed at this outburst, and the prospect of actual litigation between his father and his sweetheart's father, that Julia Clifford pitied him, and, after thinking a little, said she would stop it for the present.

deteriorate in health

From this reading Then she told him that Colonel Clifford "had only just been saved from death by a miracle, and a relapse was expected in case of any great excitement or irritation, such as a doubtful lawsuit with a gentleman he disliked would certainly cause.

elude, especially in a baffling way

From this reading She then sat down, and in five minutes the docile pen of a female letter-writer produced an ingratiating composition impossible to resist.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading Walter Clifford was so distressed at this outburst, and the prospect of actual litigation between his father and his sweetheart's father, that Julia Clifford pitied him, and, after thinking a little, said she would stop it for the present.

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

From this reading She then sat down, and in five minutes the docile pen of a female letter-writer produced an ingratiating composition impossible to resist.

rescued; especially from the power and consequences of sin

From this reading Then she told him that Colonel Clifford "had only just been saved from death by a miracle, and a relapse was expected in case of any great excitement or irritation, such as a doubtful lawsuit with a gentleman he disliked would certainly cause.

limbless scaly elongate reptile; some are venomous

From this reading THE SERPENT LET LOOSE.

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

From this reading Walter Clifford was so distressed at this outburst, and the prospect of actual litigation between his father and his sweetheart's father, that Julia Clifford pitied him, and, after thinking a little, said she would stop it for the present.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading Walter Clifford was so distressed at this outburst, and the prospect of actual litigation between his father and his sweetheart's father, that Julia Clifford pitied him, and, after thinking a little, said she would stop it for the present.

come to a halt, stop moving

From this reading Walter Clifford was so distressed at this outburst, and the prospect of actual litigation between his father and his sweetheart's father, that Julia Clifford pitied him, and, after thinking a little, said she would stop it for the present.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading Then she told him that Colonel Clifford "had only just been saved from death by a miracle, and a relapse was expected in case of any great excitement or irritation, such as a doubtful lawsuit with a gentleman he disliked would certainly cause.

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

From this reading Walter Clifford was so distressed at this outburst, and the prospect of actual litigation between his father and his sweetheart's father, that Julia Clifford pitied him, and, after thinking a little, said she would stop it for the present.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Walter Clifford was so distressed at this outburst, and the prospect of actual litigation between his father and his sweetheart's father, that Julia Clifford pitied him, and, after thinking a little, said she would stop it for the present.

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

From this reading THE SERPENT LET LOOSE.

subsequently or soon afterward (often used as sentence connectors)

From this reading She then sat down, and in five minutes the docile pen of a female letter-writer produced an ingratiating composition impossible to resist.

the process of using your mind to consider something carefully

From this reading Walter Clifford was so distressed at this outburst, and the prospect of actual litigation between his father and his sweetheart's father, that Julia Clifford pitied him, and, after thinking a little, said she would stop it for the present.

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

From this reading Walter Clifford was so distressed at this outburst, and the prospect of actual litigation between his father and his sweetheart's father, that Julia Clifford pitied him, and, after thinking a little, said she would stop it for the present.

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

From this reading She then sat down, and in five minutes the docile pen of a female letter-writer produced an ingratiating composition impossible to resist.

inflected form of “tell” — express in words

From this reading Then she told him that Colonel Clifford "had only just been saved from death by a miracle, and a relapse was expected in case of any great excitement or irritation, such as a doubtful lawsuit with a gentleman he disliked would certainly cause.

a fact that has been verified

From this reading She apologized for her apparent insincerity, but would be candid, and confide the whole truth to Mr. Bell.

German conductor (1876-1962)

From this reading Walter Clifford was so distressed at this outburst, and the prospect of actual litigation between his father and his sweetheart's father, that Julia Clifford pitied him, and, after thinking a little, said she would stop it for the present.

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

From this reading Walter Clifford was so distressed at this outburst, and the prospect of actual litigation between his father and his sweetheart's father, that Julia Clifford pitied him, and, after thinking a little, said she would stop it for the present.

including all components without exception; being one unit or constituting the full amount or extent or duration; complete

From this reading She apologized for her apparent insincerity, but would be candid, and confide the whole truth to Mr. Bell.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Then she told him that Colonel Clifford "had only just been saved from death by a miracle, and a relapse was expected in case of any great excitement or irritation, such as a doubtful lawsuit with a gentleman he disliked would certainly cause.

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

From this reading Walter Clifford was so distressed at this outburst, and the prospect of actual litigation between his father and his sweetheart's father, that Julia Clifford pitied him, and, after thinking a little, said she would stop it for the present.