used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading IN WHICH DARTS ARE COUNTED AS STUBBLE IN the course of a somewhat diversified experience Brant had been constrained to fight his way through a few measurably perilous passages, and in such crises those who liked him least were fain to concede his courage.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading Now Hobart, in the goodness of his heart, had caused it to be whispered about that Brant would probably make his farewell call that evening, and for this reason it was Dorothy, and no hireling, who answered the bell.
declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of
From this reading Whatever may be said of Brant (and his most loyal apologist is fain to admit that his shortcomings were many and variegated), he was no laggard in love; and when he made sure of the identity of his unexpected welcomer, Dorothy had no cause to doubt the warmth of his passion.
affectionateadjectiveUS /əˈfekʃənət/
having or displaying warmth or affection
From this reading Nevertheless, she blushed and struggled a little--as what modest young woman, however affectionate, would not in a well-lighted reception hall which was a thoroughfare for the entire household?
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading IN WHICH DARTS ARE COUNTED AS STUBBLE IN the course of a somewhat diversified experience Brant had been constrained to fight his way through a few measurably perilous passages, and in such crises those who liked him least were fain to concede his courage.
past form of “answer” — react verbally
From this reading Now Hobart, in the goodness of his heart, had caused it to be whispered about that Brant would probably make his farewell call that evening, and for this reason it was Dorothy, and no hireling, who answered the bell.
apologistnounUS /əˈpɑːlədʒəst/
a person who argues to defend or justify some policy or institution
From this reading Whatever may be said of Brant (and his most loyal apologist is fain to admit that his shortcomings were many and variegated), he was no laggard in love; and when he made sure of the identity of his unexpected welcomer, Dorothy had no cause to doubt the warmth of his passion.
AREauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading IN WHICH DARTS ARE COUNTED AS STUBBLE IN the course of a somewhat diversified experience Brant had been constrained to fight his way through a few measurably perilous passages, and in such crises those who liked him least were fain to concede his courage.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading IN WHICH DARTS ARE COUNTED AS STUBBLE IN the course of a somewhat diversified experience Brant had been constrained to fight his way through a few measurably perilous passages, and in such crises those who liked him least were fain to concede his courage.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Now Hobart, in the goodness of his heart, had caused it to be whispered about that Brant would probably make his farewell call that evening, and for this reason it was Dorothy, and no hireling, who answered the bell.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading IN WHICH DARTS ARE COUNTED AS STUBBLE IN the course of a somewhat diversified experience Brant had been constrained to fight his way through a few measurably perilous passages, and in such crises those who liked him least were fain to concede his courage.
a hollow device made of metal that makes a ringing sound when struck
From this reading Now Hobart, in the goodness of his heart, had caused it to be whispered about that Brant would probably make his farewell call that evening, and for this reason it was Dorothy, and no hireling, who answered the bell.
blushedverbUS /blʌʃt/
past form of “blush” — turn red, as if in embarrassment or shame
From this reading Nevertheless, she blushed and struggled a little--as what modest young woman, however affectionate, would not in a well-lighted reception hall which was a thoroughfare for the entire household?
BrantnounUS /brænt/
small dark geese that breed in the north and migrate southward
From this reading IN WHICH DARTS ARE COUNTED AS STUBBLE IN the course of a somewhat diversified experience Brant had been constrained to fight his way through a few measurably perilous passages, and in such crises those who liked him least were fain to concede his courage.
assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to
From this reading Now Hobart, in the goodness of his heart, had caused it to be whispered about that Brant would probably make his farewell call that evening, and for this reason it was Dorothy, and no hireling, who answered the bell.
events that provide the generative force that is the origin of something
From this reading Whatever may be said of Brant (and his most loyal apologist is fain to admit that his shortcomings were many and variegated), he was no laggard in love; and when he made sure of the identity of his unexpected welcomer, Dorothy had no cause to doubt the warmth of his passion.
past form of “cause” — give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally
From this reading Now Hobart, in the goodness of his heart, had caused it to be whispered about that Brant would probably make his farewell call that evening, and for this reason it was Dorothy, and no hireling, who answered the bell.
concedeverbUS /kənˈsiːd/
admit (to a wrongdoing)
From this reading IN WHICH DARTS ARE COUNTED AS STUBBLE IN the course of a somewhat diversified experience Brant had been constrained to fight his way through a few measurably perilous passages, and in such crises those who liked him least were fain to concede his courage.
constrainedadjectiveUS /kənˈstreɪnd/
lacking spontaneity; not natural
From this reading IN WHICH DARTS ARE COUNTED AS STUBBLE IN the course of a somewhat diversified experience Brant had been constrained to fight his way through a few measurably perilous passages, and in such crises those who liked him least were fain to concede his courage.
COUNTEDverbUS /ˈkaʊntɪd/
past form of “count” — determine the number or amount of
From this reading IN WHICH DARTS ARE COUNTED AS STUBBLE IN the course of a somewhat diversified experience Brant had been constrained to fight his way through a few measurably perilous passages, and in such crises those who liked him least were fain to concede his courage.
a quality of spirit that enables you to face danger or pain without showing fear
From this reading IN WHICH DARTS ARE COUNTED AS STUBBLE IN the course of a somewhat diversified experience Brant had been constrained to fight his way through a few measurably perilous passages, and in such crises those who liked him least were fain to concede his courage.
education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings
From this reading IN WHICH DARTS ARE COUNTED AS STUBBLE IN the course of a somewhat diversified experience Brant had been constrained to fight his way through a few measurably perilous passages, and in such crises those who liked him least were fain to concede his courage.
crisesnounUS /ˈkraɪsiz/
plural of “crisis” — an unstable situation of extreme danger or difficulty
From this reading IN WHICH DARTS ARE COUNTED AS STUBBLE IN the course of a somewhat diversified experience Brant had been constrained to fight his way through a few measurably perilous passages, and in such crises those who liked him least were fain to concede his courage.
darkenedadjectiveUS /ˈdɑːrkənd/
(of fabrics and paper) grown dark in color over time
From this reading None the less, when the day of liberation darkened to its evening he went leaden-footed to the interview with Dorothy’s mother.
DARTSnounUS /dɑːrts/
a game in which small pointed missiles are thrown at a dartboard
From this reading IN WHICH DARTS ARE COUNTED AS STUBBLE IN the course of a somewhat diversified experience Brant had been constrained to fight his way through a few measurably perilous passages, and in such crises those who liked him least were fain to concede his courage.
time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis
From this reading None the less, when the day of liberation darkened to its evening he went leaden-footed to the interview with Dorothy’s mother.
diversifiedadjectiveUS /daɪˈvɜːrsəfaɪd/
having variety of character or form or components; or having increased variety
From this reading IN WHICH DARTS ARE COUNTED AS STUBBLE IN the course of a somewhat diversified experience Brant had been constrained to fight his way through a few measurably perilous passages, and in such crises those who liked him least were fain to concede his courage.
Dorothy
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From this reading Now Hobart, in the goodness of his heart, had caused it to be whispered about that Brant would probably make his farewell call that evening, and for this reason it was Dorothy, and no hireling, who answered the bell.
Dorothy's
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From this reading None the less, when the day of liberation darkened to its evening he went leaden-footed to the interview with Dorothy’s mother.
the state of being unsure of something
From this reading Whatever may be said of Brant (and his most loyal apologist is fain to admit that his shortcomings were many and variegated), he was no laggard in love; and when he made sure of the identity of his unexpected welcomer, Dorothy had no cause to doubt the warmth of his passion.
constituting the full quantity or extent; complete
From this reading Nevertheless, she blushed and struggled a little--as what modest young woman, however affectionate, would not in a well-lighted reception hall which was a thoroughfare for the entire household?
the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)
From this reading None the less, when the day of liberation darkened to its evening he went leaden-footed to the interview with Dorothy’s mother.
undergo or live through a difficult experience
From this reading IN WHICH DARTS ARE COUNTED AS STUBBLE IN the course of a somewhat diversified experience Brant had been constrained to fight his way through a few measurably perilous passages, and in such crises those who liked him least were fain to concede his courage.
fainadjectiveUS /feɪn/
having made preparations
From this reading IN WHICH DARTS ARE COUNTED AS STUBBLE IN the course of a somewhat diversified experience Brant had been constrained to fight his way through a few measurably perilous passages, and in such crises those who liked him least were fain to concede his courage.
an acknowledgment or expression of goodwill at parting
From this reading Now Hobart, in the goodness of his heart, had caused it to be whispered about that Brant would probably make his farewell call that evening, and for this reason it was Dorothy, and no hireling, who answered the bell.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number
From this reading IN WHICH DARTS ARE COUNTED AS STUBBLE IN the course of a somewhat diversified experience Brant had been constrained to fight his way through a few measurably perilous passages, and in such crises those who liked him least were fain to concede his courage.
be engaged in a fight; carry on a fight
From this reading IN WHICH DARTS ARE COUNTED AS STUBBLE IN the course of a somewhat diversified experience Brant had been constrained to fight his way through a few measurably perilous passages, and in such crises those who liked him least were fain to concede his courage.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Now Hobart, in the goodness of his heart, had caused it to be whispered about that Brant would probably make his farewell call that evening, and for this reason it was Dorothy, and no hireling, who answered the bell.
that which is pleasing or valuable or useful
From this reading Now Hobart, in the goodness of his heart, had caused it to be whispered about that Brant would probably make his farewell call that evening, and for this reason it was Dorothy, and no hireling, who answered the bell.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading IN WHICH DARTS ARE COUNTED AS STUBBLE IN the course of a somewhat diversified experience Brant had been constrained to fight his way through a few measurably perilous passages, and in such crises those who liked him least were fain to concede his courage.
an interior passage or corridor onto which rooms open
From this reading Nevertheless, she blushed and struggled a little--as what modest young woman, however affectionate, would not in a well-lighted reception hall which was a thoroughfare for the entire household?
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading None the less, when the day of liberation darkened to its evening he went leaden-footed to the interview with Dorothy’s mother.
the locus of feelings and intuitions
From this reading Now Hobart, in the goodness of his heart, had caused it to be whispered about that Brant would probably make his farewell call that evening, and for this reason it was Dorothy, and no hireling, who answered the bell.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading IN WHICH DARTS ARE COUNTED AS STUBBLE IN the course of a somewhat diversified experience Brant had been constrained to fight his way through a few measurably perilous passages, and in such crises those who liked him least were fain to concede his courage.
hirelingnoun
a person who works only for money
From this reading Now Hobart, in the goodness of his heart, had caused it to be whispered about that Brant would probably make his farewell call that evening, and for this reason it was Dorothy, and no hireling, who answered the bell.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading IN WHICH DARTS ARE COUNTED AS STUBBLE IN the course of a somewhat diversified experience Brant had been constrained to fight his way through a few measurably perilous passages, and in such crises those who liked him least were fain to concede his courage.
HobartnounUS /ˈhoʊbɑːrt/
a port and state capital of Tasmania
From this reading Now Hobart, in the goodness of his heart, had caused it to be whispered about that Brant would probably make his farewell call that evening, and for this reason it was Dorothy, and no hireling, who answered the bell.
a social unit living together
From this reading Nevertheless, she blushed and struggled a little--as what modest young woman, however affectionate, would not in a well-lighted reception hall which was a thoroughfare for the entire household?
used to add a contrasting statement
From this reading Nevertheless, she blushed and struggled a little--as what modest young woman, however affectionate, would not in a well-lighted reception hall which was a thoroughfare for the entire household?
identitynounUS /aɪˈdentɪtiː/
the distinct personality of an individual regarded as a persisting entity
From this reading Whatever may be said of Brant (and his most loyal apologist is fain to admit that his shortcomings were many and variegated), he was no laggard in love; and when he made sure of the identity of his unexpected welcomer, Dorothy had no cause to doubt the warmth of his passion.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading IN WHICH DARTS ARE COUNTED AS STUBBLE IN the course of a somewhat diversified experience Brant had been constrained to fight his way through a few measurably perilous passages, and in such crises those who liked him least were fain to concede his courage.
conduct an interview in television, newspaper, and radio reporting
From this reading None the less, when the day of liberation darkened to its evening he went leaden-footed to the interview with Dorothy’s mother.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Whatever may be said of Brant (and his most loyal apologist is fain to admit that his shortcomings were many and variegated), he was no laggard in love; and when he made sure of the identity of his unexpected welcomer, Dorothy had no cause to doubt the warmth of his passion.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading Now Hobart, in the goodness of his heart, had caused it to be whispered about that Brant would probably make his farewell call that evening, and for this reason it was Dorothy, and no hireling, who answered the bell.
belonging to the thing or animal already mentioned
From this reading None the less, when the day of liberation darkened to its evening he went leaden-footed to the interview with Dorothy’s mother.
laggardnounUS /ˈlæɡərd/
someone who takes more time than necessary; someone who lags behind
From this reading Whatever may be said of Brant (and his most loyal apologist is fain to admit that his shortcomings were many and variegated), he was no laggard in love; and when he made sure of the identity of his unexpected welcomer, Dorothy had no cause to doubt the warmth of his passion.
leaden-footed
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From this reading None the less, when the day of liberation darkened to its evening he went leaden-footed to the interview with Dorothy’s mother.
the superlative of “little” that can be used with mass nouns and is usually preceded by “the”; a quantifier meaning smallest in amount or extent or degree
From this reading IN WHICH DARTS ARE COUNTED AS STUBBLE IN the course of a somewhat diversified experience Brant had been constrained to fight his way through a few measurably perilous passages, and in such crises those who liked him least were fain to concede his courage.
used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs
From this reading None the less, when the day of liberation darkened to its evening he went leaden-footed to the interview with Dorothy’s mother.
liberationnounUS /ˌlɪbɜːrˈeɪʃən/
the act of liberating someone or something
From this reading None the less, when the day of liberation darkened to its evening he went leaden-footed to the interview with Dorothy’s mother.
found pleasant or attractive; often used as a combining form
From this reading IN WHICH DARTS ARE COUNTED AS STUBBLE IN the course of a somewhat diversified experience Brant had been constrained to fight his way through a few measurably perilous passages, and in such crises those who liked him least were fain to concede his courage.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading Nevertheless, she blushed and struggled a little--as what modest young woman, however affectionate, would not in a well-lighted reception hall which was a thoroughfare for the entire household?
a strong positive emotion of regard and affection
From this reading Whatever may be said of Brant (and his most loyal apologist is fain to admit that his shortcomings were many and variegated), he was no laggard in love; and when he made sure of the identity of his unexpected welcomer, Dorothy had no cause to doubt the warmth of his passion.
loyaladjectiveUS /ˈlɔɪəl/
steadfast in allegiance or duty
From this reading Whatever may be said of Brant (and his most loyal apologist is fain to admit that his shortcomings were many and variegated), he was no laggard in love; and when he made sure of the identity of his unexpected welcomer, Dorothy had no cause to doubt the warmth of his passion.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading Whatever may be said of Brant (and his most loyal apologist is fain to admit that his shortcomings were many and variegated), he was no laggard in love; and when he made sure of the identity of his unexpected welcomer, Dorothy had no cause to doubt the warmth of his passion.
engage in
From this reading Now Hobart, in the goodness of his heart, had caused it to be whispered about that Brant would probably make his farewell call that evening, and for this reason it was Dorothy, and no hireling, who answered the bell.
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 Whatever may be said of Brant (and his most loyal apologist is fain to admit that his shortcomings were many and variegated), he was no laggard in love; and when he made sure of the identity of his unexpected welcomer, Dorothy had no cause to doubt the warmth of his passion.
used to say something is possible, or to give permission
From this reading Whatever may be said of Brant (and his most loyal apologist is fain to admit that his shortcomings were many and variegated), he was no laggard in love; and when he made sure of the identity of his unexpected welcomer, Dorothy had no cause to doubt the warmth of his passion.
measurablyadverbUS /ˈmeʒərəbli/
to a measurable degree
From this reading IN WHICH DARTS ARE COUNTED AS STUBBLE IN the course of a somewhat diversified experience Brant had been constrained to fight his way through a few measurably perilous passages, and in such crises those who liked him least were fain to concede his courage.
modestadjectiveUS /ˈmɑːdəst/
marked by simplicity; having a humble opinion of yourself
From this reading Nevertheless, she blushed and struggled a little--as what modest young woman, however affectionate, would not in a well-lighted reception hall which was a thoroughfare for the entire household?
used to form the superlative
From this reading Whatever may be said of Brant (and his most loyal apologist is fain to admit that his shortcomings were many and variegated), he was no laggard in love; and when he made sure of the identity of his unexpected welcomer, Dorothy had no cause to doubt the warmth of his passion.
a woman who has given birth to a child (also used as a term of address to your mother)
From this reading None the less, when the day of liberation darkened to its evening he went leaden-footed to the interview with Dorothy’s mother.
in spite of what has just been said
From this reading Nevertheless, she blushed and struggled a little--as what modest young woman, however affectionate, would not in a well-lighted reception hall which was a thoroughfare for the entire household?
not any; not one
From this reading Now Hobart, in the goodness of his heart, had caused it to be whispered about that Brant would probably make his farewell call that evening, and for this reason it was Dorothy, and no hireling, who answered the bell.
not one, and not any
From this reading None the less, when the day of liberation darkened to its evening he went leaden-footed to the interview with Dorothy’s mother.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Nevertheless, she blushed and struggled a little--as what modest young woman, however affectionate, would not in a well-lighted reception hall which was a thoroughfare for the entire household?
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading Now Hobart, in the goodness of his heart, had caused it to be whispered about that Brant would probably make his farewell call that evening, and for this reason it was Dorothy, and no hireling, who answered the bell.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading IN WHICH DARTS ARE COUNTED AS STUBBLE IN the course of a somewhat diversified experience Brant had been constrained to fight his way through a few measurably perilous passages, and in such crises those who liked him least were fain to concede his courage.
passagesnounUS /ˈpæsədʒəz/
plural of “passage” — the act of passing from one state or place to the next
From this reading IN WHICH DARTS ARE COUNTED AS STUBBLE IN the course of a somewhat diversified experience Brant had been constrained to fight his way through a few measurably perilous passages, and in such crises those who liked him least were fain to concede his courage.
a strong feeling or emotion
From this reading Whatever may be said of Brant (and his most loyal apologist is fain to admit that his shortcomings were many and variegated), he was no laggard in love; and when he made sure of the identity of his unexpected welcomer, Dorothy had no cause to doubt the warmth of his passion.
perilousadjectiveUS /ˈperələs/
fraught with danger
From this reading IN WHICH DARTS ARE COUNTED AS STUBBLE IN the course of a somewhat diversified experience Brant had been constrained to fight his way through a few measurably perilous passages, and in such crises those who liked him least were fain to concede his courage.
with considerable certainty; without much doubt
From this reading Now Hobart, in the goodness of his heart, had caused it to be whispered about that Brant would probably make his farewell call that evening, and for this reason it was Dorothy, and no hireling, who answered the bell.
a rational motive for a belief or action
From this reading Now Hobart, in the goodness of his heart, had caused it to be whispered about that Brant would probably make his farewell call that evening, and for this reason it was Dorothy, and no hireling, who answered the bell.
receptionnounUS /rɪˈsepʃən/
the manner in which something is greeted
From this reading Nevertheless, she blushed and struggled a little--as what modest young woman, however affectionate, would not in a well-lighted reception hall which was a thoroughfare for the entire household?
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading Whatever may be said of Brant (and his most loyal apologist is fain to admit that his shortcomings were many and variegated), he was no laggard in love; and when he made sure of the identity of his unexpected welcomer, Dorothy had no cause to doubt the warmth of his passion.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Nevertheless, she blushed and struggled a little--as what modest young woman, however affectionate, would not in a well-lighted reception hall which was a thoroughfare for the entire household?
shortcomingsnounUS /ˈʃɔːrtkʌmɪŋz/
plural of “shortcoming” — a failing or deficiency
From this reading Whatever may be said of Brant (and his most loyal apologist is fain to admit that his shortcomings were many and variegated), he was no laggard in love; and when he made sure of the identity of his unexpected welcomer, Dorothy had no cause to doubt the warmth of his passion.
to a small degree or extent
From this reading IN WHICH DARTS ARE COUNTED AS STUBBLE IN the course of a somewhat diversified experience Brant had been constrained to fight his way through a few measurably perilous passages, and in such crises those who liked him least were fain to concede his courage.
struggledverbUS /ˈstrʌɡəld/
past form of “struggle” — make a strenuous or labored effort
From this reading Nevertheless, she blushed and struggled a little--as what modest young woman, however affectionate, would not in a well-lighted reception hall which was a thoroughfare for the entire household?
STUBBLEnounUS /ˈstʌbəl/
material consisting of seed coverings and small pieces of stem or leaves that have been separated from the seeds
From this reading IN WHICH DARTS ARE COUNTED AS STUBBLE IN the course of a somewhat diversified experience Brant had been constrained to fight his way through a few measurably perilous passages, and in such crises those who liked him least were fain to concede his courage.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading IN WHICH DARTS ARE COUNTED AS STUBBLE IN the course of a somewhat diversified experience Brant had been constrained to fight his way through a few measurably perilous passages, and in such crises those who liked him least were fain to concede his courage.
having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured
From this reading Whatever may be said of Brant (and his most loyal apologist is fain to admit that his shortcomings were many and variegated), he was no laggard in love; and when he made sure of the identity of his unexpected welcomer, Dorothy had no cause to doubt the warmth of his passion.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Now Hobart, in the goodness of his heart, had caused it to be whispered about that Brant would probably make his farewell call that evening, and for this reason it was Dorothy, and no hireling, who answered the bell.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading IN WHICH DARTS ARE COUNTED AS STUBBLE IN the course of a somewhat diversified experience Brant had been constrained to fight his way through a few measurably perilous passages, and in such crises those who liked him least were fain to concede his courage.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading Now Hobart, in the goodness of his heart, had caused it to be whispered about that Brant would probably make his farewell call that evening, and for this reason it was Dorothy, and no hireling, who answered the bell.
thoroughfarenounUS /ˈθɜːroʊfer/
a public road from one place to another
From this reading Nevertheless, she blushed and struggled a little--as what modest young woman, however affectionate, would not in a well-lighted reception hall which was a thoroughfare for the entire household?
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading IN WHICH DARTS ARE COUNTED AS STUBBLE IN the course of a somewhat diversified experience Brant had been constrained to fight his way through a few measurably perilous passages, and in such crises those who liked him least were fain to concede his courage.
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading IN WHICH DARTS ARE COUNTED AS STUBBLE IN the course of a somewhat diversified experience Brant had been constrained to fight his way through a few measurably perilous passages, and in such crises those who liked him least were fain to concede his courage.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading IN WHICH DARTS ARE COUNTED AS STUBBLE IN the course of a somewhat diversified experience Brant had been constrained to fight his way through a few measurably perilous passages, and in such crises those who liked him least were fain to concede his courage.
not expected or anticipated
From this reading Whatever may be said of Brant (and his most loyal apologist is fain to admit that his shortcomings were many and variegated), he was no laggard in love; and when he made sure of the identity of his unexpected welcomer, Dorothy had no cause to doubt the warmth of his passion.
variegatedadjectiveUS /ˈverɪɡeɪtɪd/
having a variety of colors
From this reading Whatever may be said of Brant (and his most loyal apologist is fain to admit that his shortcomings were many and variegated), he was no laggard in love; and when he made sure of the identity of his unexpected welcomer, Dorothy had no cause to doubt the warmth of his passion.
warmthnounUS /wɔːrmθ/
the sensation caused by heat energy
From this reading Whatever may be said of Brant (and his most loyal apologist is fain to admit that his shortcomings were many and variegated), he was no laggard in love; and when he made sure of the identity of his unexpected welcomer, Dorothy had no cause to doubt the warmth of his passion.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Now Hobart, in the goodness of his heart, had caused it to be whispered about that Brant would probably make his farewell call that evening, and for this reason it was Dorothy, and no hireling, who answered the bell.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading IN WHICH DARTS ARE COUNTED AS STUBBLE IN the course of a somewhat diversified experience Brant had been constrained to fight his way through a few measurably perilous passages, and in such crises those who liked him least were fain to concede his courage.
welcomernoun
a person who greets
From this reading Whatever may be said of Brant (and his most loyal apologist is fain to admit that his shortcomings were many and variegated), he was no laggard in love; and when he made sure of the identity of his unexpected welcomer, Dorothy had no cause to doubt the warmth of his passion.
well-lightedadjective
provided with artificial light
From this reading Nevertheless, she blushed and struggled a little--as what modest young woman, however affectionate, would not in a well-lighted reception hall which was a thoroughfare for the entire household?
inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading None the less, when the day of liberation darkened to its evening he went leaden-footed to the interview with Dorothy’s mother.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading IN WHICH DARTS ARE COUNTED AS STUBBLE IN the course of a somewhat diversified experience Brant had been constrained to fight his way through a few measurably perilous passages, and in such crises those who liked him least were fain to concede his courage.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading Nevertheless, she blushed and struggled a little--as what modest young woman, however affectionate, would not in a well-lighted reception hall which was a thoroughfare for the entire household?
any or all of a kind, it does not matter which
From this reading Whatever may be said of Brant (and his most loyal apologist is fain to admit that his shortcomings were many and variegated), he was no laggard in love; and when he made sure of the identity of his unexpected welcomer, Dorothy had no cause to doubt the warmth of his passion.
at the time that
From this reading None the less, when the day of liberation darkened to its evening he went leaden-footed to the interview with Dorothy’s mother.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading IN WHICH DARTS ARE COUNTED AS STUBBLE IN the course of a somewhat diversified experience Brant had been constrained to fight his way through a few measurably perilous passages, and in such crises those who liked him least were fain to concede his courage.
spoken in soft hushed tones without vibrations of the vocal cords
From this reading Now Hobart, in the goodness of his heart, had caused it to be whispered about that Brant would probably make his farewell call that evening, and for this reason it was Dorothy, and no hireling, who answered the bell.
which person or people
From this reading IN WHICH DARTS ARE COUNTED AS STUBBLE IN the course of a somewhat diversified experience Brant had been constrained to fight his way through a few measurably perilous passages, and in such crises those who liked him least were fain to concede his courage.
in the company of; together with
From this reading None the less, when the day of liberation darkened to its evening he went leaden-footed to the interview with Dorothy’s mother.
an adult female person (as opposed to a man)
From this reading Nevertheless, she blushed and struggled a little--as what modest young woman, however affectionate, would not in a well-lighted reception hall which was a thoroughfare for the entire household?
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading Now Hobart, in the goodness of his heart, had caused it to be whispered about that Brant would probably make his farewell call that evening, and for this reason it was Dorothy, and no hireling, who answered the bell.
(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth
From this reading Nevertheless, she blushed and struggled a little--as what modest young woman, however affectionate, would not in a well-lighted reception hall which was a thoroughfare for the entire household?
