Chapter XVI

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

From this reading For a fortnight, probably, Miss Sanford had been the most unpopular woman that Minneconjou's oldest inhabitant could name; but the men and women who saw her as one after another she faced the results of her most confident efforts, began to feel for the lonely, sorrowing maiden a respect and sympathy denied her before.

make an addition (to); join or combine or unite with others; increase the quality, quantity, size or scope of

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

later than; following

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

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

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

one more of the same kind, or a different one

From this reading For a fortnight, probably, Miss Sanford had been the most unpopular woman that Minneconjou's oldest inhabitant could name; but the men and women who saw her as one after another she faced the results of her most confident efforts, began to feel for the lonely, sorrowing maiden a respect and sympathy denied her before.

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

From this reading It was plain that Priscilla was well-nigh crushed, and "when women weep" and are desolate and hopeless resentment turns to pity and blame to words of cheer.

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

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

marked by assurance; exhibiting confidence

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

in or to or toward a former location

From this reading MY LADY'S MAID It proved the last pound that broke the back of Priscilla's stubborn resistance.

long strip of cloth or paper used for decoration or advertising

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading For a fortnight, probably, Miss Sanford had been the most unpopular woman that Minneconjou's oldest inhabitant could name; but the men and women who saw her as one after another she faced the results of her most confident efforts, began to feel for the lonely, sorrowing maiden a respect and sympathy denied her before.

earlier than; in front of

From this reading For a fortnight, probably, Miss Sanford had been the most unpopular woman that Minneconjou's oldest inhabitant could name; but the men and women who saw her as one after another she faced the results of her most confident efforts, began to feel for the lonely, sorrowing maiden a respect and sympathy denied her before.

inflected form of “begin” — take the first step or steps in carrying out an action

From this reading For a fortnight, probably, Miss Sanford had been the most unpopular woman that Minneconjou's oldest inhabitant could name; but the men and women who saw her as one after another she faced the results of her most confident efforts, began to feel for the lonely, sorrowing maiden a respect and sympathy denied her before.

put or pin the blame on

From this reading It was plain that Priscilla was well-nigh crushed, and "when women weep" and are desolate and hopeless resentment turns to pity and blame to words of cheer.

lacking funds

From this reading MY LADY'S MAID It proved the last pound that broke the back of Priscilla's stubborn resistance.

used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before

From this reading For a fortnight, probably, Miss Sanford had been the most unpopular woman that Minneconjou's oldest inhabitant could name; but the men and women who saw her as one after another she faced the results of her most confident efforts, began to feel for the lonely, sorrowing maiden a respect and sympathy denied her before.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading No one, of course, was ever told by Mrs. Ray or by Sandy of what had passed in the sanctity of the family circle, but in her humility and contrition Priscilla spoke of it to Mrs. Stone and to others, who soon came to try to show her she was forgiven.

inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody

From this reading No one, of course, was ever told by Mrs. Ray or by Sandy of what had passed in the sanctity of the family circle, but in her humility and contrition Priscilla spoke of it to Mrs. Stone and to others, who soon came to try to show her she was forgiven.

give encouragement to

From this reading It was plain that Priscilla was well-nigh crushed, and "when women weep" and are desolate and hopeless resentment turns to pity and blame to words of cheer.

ellipse in which the two axes are of equal length; a plane curve generated by one point moving at a constant distance from a fixed point

From this reading No one, of course, was ever told by Mrs. Ray or by Sandy of what had passed in the sanctity of the family circle, but in her humility and contrition Priscilla spoke of it to Mrs. Stone and to others, who soon came to try to show her she was forgiven.

a statement that expresses a personal opinion or belief or adds information

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

feeling or showing worry or solicitude

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

express strong disapproval of

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

a prearranged meeting for consultation or exchange of information or discussion (especially one with a formal agenda)

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

having or marked by confidence or assurance

From this reading For a fortnight, probably, Miss Sanford had been the most unpopular woman that Minneconjou's oldest inhabitant could name; but the men and women who saw her as one after another she faced the results of her most confident efforts, began to feel for the lonely, sorrowing maiden a respect and sympathy denied her before.

sorrow for sin arising from fear of damnation

From this reading No one, of course, was ever told by Mrs. Ray or by Sandy of what had passed in the sanctity of the family circle, but in her humility and contrition Priscilla spoke of it to Mrs. Stone and to others, who soon came to try to show her she was forgiven.

communication by the exchange of letters

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests

From this reading For a fortnight, probably, Miss Sanford had been the most unpopular woman that Minneconjou's oldest inhabitant could name; but the men and women who saw her as one after another she faced the results of her most confident efforts, began to feel for the lonely, sorrowing maiden a respect and sympathy denied her before.

education imparted in a series of lessons or meetings

From this reading No one, of course, was ever told by Mrs. Ray or by Sandy of what had passed in the sanctity of the family circle, but in her humility and contrition Priscilla spoke of it to Mrs. Stone and to others, who soon came to try to show her she was forgiven.

treated so as to have a permanently wrinkled appearance

From this reading It was plain that Priscilla was well-nigh crushed, and "when women weep" and are desolate and hopeless resentment turns to pity and blame to words of cheer.

inflected form of “deny” — declare untrue; contradict

From this reading For a fortnight, probably, Miss Sanford had been the most unpopular woman that Minneconjou's oldest inhabitant could name; but the men and women who saw her as one after another she faced the results of her most confident efforts, began to feel for the lonely, sorrowing maiden a respect and sympathy denied her before.

as deserved

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

providing no shelter or sustenance

From this reading It was plain that Priscilla was well-nigh crushed, and "when women weep" and are desolate and hopeless resentment turns to pity and blame to words of cheer.

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

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

past form of “discuss” — to consider or examine in speech or writing

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

past form of “disseminate” — cause to become widely known

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

having finished or arrived at completion

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

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From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

plural of “effort” — earnest and conscientious activity intended to do or accomplish something

From this reading For a fortnight, probably, Miss Sanford had been the most unpopular woman that Minneconjou's oldest inhabitant could name; but the men and women who saw her as one after another she faced the results of her most confident efforts, began to feel for the lonely, sorrowing maiden a respect and sympathy denied her before.

at any time

From this reading No one, of course, was ever told by Mrs. Ray or by Sandy of what had passed in the sanctity of the family circle, but in her humility and contrition Priscilla spoke of it to Mrs. Stone and to others, who soon came to try to show her she was forgiven.

every person

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

having a face or facing especially of a specified kind or number; often used in combination

From this reading For a fortnight, probably, Miss Sanford had been the most unpopular woman that Minneconjou's oldest inhabitant could name; but the men and women who saw her as one after another she faced the results of her most confident efforts, began to feel for the lonely, sorrowing maiden a respect and sympathy denied her before.

a social unit living together

From this reading No one, of course, was ever told by Mrs. Ray or by Sandy of what had passed in the sanctity of the family circle, but in her humility and contrition Priscilla spoke of it to Mrs. Stone and to others, who soon came to try to show her she was forgiven.

to a considerable degree; very much

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

undergo an emotional sensation or be in a particular state of mind

From this reading For a fortnight, probably, Miss Sanford had been the most unpopular woman that Minneconjou's oldest inhabitant could name; but the men and women who saw her as one after another she faced the results of her most confident efforts, began to feel for the lonely, sorrowing maiden a respect and sympathy denied her before.

mat together and make felt-like

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

past form of “follow” — to travel behind, go after, come after

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

inflected form of “forgive” — stop blaming or grant forgiveness

From this reading No one, of course, was ever told by Mrs. Ray or by Sandy of what had passed in the sanctity of the family circle, but in her humility and contrition Priscilla spoke of it to Mrs. Stone and to others, who soon came to try to show her she was forgiven.

a period of fourteen consecutive days

From this reading For a fortnight, probably, Miss Sanford had been the most unpopular woman that Minneconjou's oldest inhabitant could name; but the men and women who saw her as one after another she faced the results of her most confident efforts, began to feel for the lonely, sorrowing maiden a respect and sympathy denied her before.

set up or found

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

(of the elements) in a wild and stormy manner

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

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

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

not easy; requiring great physical or mental effort to accomplish or comprehend or endure

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

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

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

detected or perceived by the sense of hearing

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

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

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

without hope because there seems to be no possibility of comfort or success

From this reading It was plain that Priscilla was well-nigh crushed, and "when women weep" and are desolate and hopeless resentment turns to pity and blame to words of cheer.

a disposition to be humble; a lack of false pride

From this reading No one, of course, was ever told by Mrs. Ray or by Sandy of what had passed in the sanctity of the family circle, but in her humility and contrition Priscilla spoke of it to Mrs. Stone and to others, who soon came to try to show her she was forgiven.

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

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

a feeling of righteous anger

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

a person who inhabits a particular place

From this reading For a fortnight, probably, Miss Sanford had been the most unpopular woman that Minneconjou's oldest inhabitant could name; but the men and women who saw her as one after another she faced the results of her most confident efforts, began to feel for the lonely, sorrowing maiden a respect and sympathy denied her before.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading MY LADY'S MAID It proved the last pound that broke the back of Priscilla's stubborn resistance.

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

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

to move or force, especially in an effort to get something open

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

possessive form of “lady” — a polite name for any woman

From this reading MY LADY'S MAID It proved the last pound that broke the back of Priscilla's stubborn resistance.

beat severely with a whip or rod

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

immediately past

From this reading MY LADY'S MAID It proved the last pound that broke the back of Priscilla's stubborn resistance.

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

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

lacking companions or companionship

From this reading For a fortnight, probably, Miss Sanford had been the most unpopular woman that Minneconjou's oldest inhabitant could name; but the men and women who saw her as one after another she faced the results of her most confident efforts, began to feel for the lonely, sorrowing maiden a respect and sympathy denied her before.

a female domestic

From this reading MY LADY'S MAID It proved the last pound that broke the back of Priscilla's stubborn resistance.

an unmarried girl (especially a virgin)

From this reading For a fortnight, probably, Miss Sanford had been the most unpopular woman that Minneconjou's oldest inhabitant could name; but the men and women who saw her as one after another she faced the results of her most confident efforts, began to feel for the lonely, sorrowing maiden a respect and sympathy denied her before.

of greater importance or stature or rank

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

engage in

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

having the nature of or resulting from malice

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

the force of workers available

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

a gay feeling

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

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From this reading For a fortnight, probably, Miss Sanford had been the most unpopular woman that Minneconjou's oldest inhabitant could name; but the men and women who saw her as one after another she faced the results of her most confident efforts, began to feel for the lonely, sorrowing maiden a respect and sympathy denied her before.

fail to perceive or to catch with the senses or the mind

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

used to form the superlative

From this reading For a fortnight, probably, Miss Sanford had been the most unpopular woman that Minneconjou's oldest inhabitant could name; but the men and women who saw her as one after another she faced the results of her most confident efforts, began to feel for the lonely, sorrowing maiden a respect and sympathy denied her before.

a form of address for a married woman

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

belonging to the person speaking

From this reading MY LADY'S MAID It proved the last pound that broke the back of Priscilla's stubborn resistance.

assign a specified (usually proper) proper name to

From this reading For a fortnight, probably, Miss Sanford had been the most unpopular woman that Minneconjou's oldest inhabitant could name; but the men and women who saw her as one after another she faced the results of her most confident efforts, began to feel for the lonely, sorrowing maiden a respect and sympathy denied her before.

not ever; at no time in the past or future

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

not any; not one

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading MY LADY'S MAID It proved the last pound that broke the back of Priscilla's stubborn resistance.

superlative of “old” — (used especially of persons) having lived for a relatively long time or attained a specific age

From this reading For a fortnight, probably, Miss Sanford had been the most unpopular woman that Minneconjou's oldest inhabitant could name; but the men and women who saw her as one after another she faced the results of her most confident efforts, began to feel for the lonely, sorrowing maiden a respect and sympathy denied her before.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading For a fortnight, probably, Miss Sanford had been the most unpopular woman that Minneconjou's oldest inhabitant could name; but the men and women who saw her as one after another she faced the results of her most confident efforts, began to feel for the lonely, sorrowing maiden a respect and sympathy denied her before.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

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From this reading No one, of course, was ever told by Mrs. Ray or by Sandy of what had passed in the sanctity of the family circle, but in her humility and contrition Priscilla spoke of it to Mrs. Stone and to others, who soon came to try to show her she was forgiven.

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From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

designating the generation of organisms from which hybrid offspring are produced

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

past form of “pass” — go across or through

From this reading No one, of course, was ever told by Mrs. Ray or by Sandy of what had passed in the sanctity of the family circle, but in her humility and contrition Priscilla spoke of it to Mrs. Stone and to others, who soon came to try to show her she was forgiven.

a feeling of sympathy and sorrow for the misfortunes of others

From this reading It was plain that Priscilla was well-nigh crushed, and "when women weep" and are desolate and hopeless resentment turns to pity and blame to words of cheer.

clearly revealed to the mind or the senses or judgment

From this reading It was plain that Priscilla was well-nigh crushed, and "when women weep" and are desolate and hopeless resentment turns to pity and blame to words of cheer.

hit hard with the hand, fist, or some heavy instrument

From this reading MY LADY'S MAID It proved the last pound that broke the back of Priscilla's stubborn resistance.

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From this reading It was plain that Priscilla was well-nigh crushed, and "when women weep" and are desolate and hopeless resentment turns to pity and blame to words of cheer.

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From this reading MY LADY'S MAID It proved the last pound that broke the back of Priscilla's stubborn resistance.

with considerable certainty; without much doubt

From this reading For a fortnight, probably, Miss Sanford had been the most unpopular woman that Minneconjou's oldest inhabitant could name; but the men and women who saw her as one after another she faced the results of her most confident efforts, began to feel for the lonely, sorrowing maiden a respect and sympathy denied her before.

established beyond doubt

From this reading MY LADY'S MAID It proved the last pound that broke the back of Priscilla's stubborn resistance.

subjected to a penalty (as pain or shame or restraint or loss) for an offense or fault or in order to coerce some behavior (as a confession or obedience)

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

a column of light (as from a beacon)

From this reading No one, of course, was ever told by Mrs. Ray or by Sandy of what had passed in the sanctity of the family circle, but in her humility and contrition Priscilla spoke of it to Mrs. Stone and to others, who soon came to try to show her she was forgiven.

a feeling of deep and bitter anger and ill-will

From this reading It was plain that Priscilla was well-nigh crushed, and "when women weep" and are desolate and hopeless resentment turns to pity and blame to words of cheer.

the action of opposing something that you disapprove or disagree with

From this reading MY LADY'S MAID It proved the last pound that broke the back of Priscilla's stubborn resistance.

(usually preceded by “in”) a detail or point

From this reading For a fortnight, probably, Miss Sanford had been the most unpopular woman that Minneconjou's oldest inhabitant could name; but the men and women who saw her as one after another she faced the results of her most confident efforts, began to feel for the lonely, sorrowing maiden a respect and sympathy denied her before.

plural of “result” — a phenomenon that follows and is caused by some previous phenomenon

From this reading For a fortnight, probably, Miss Sanford had been the most unpopular woman that Minneconjou's oldest inhabitant could name; but the men and women who saw her as one after another she faced the results of her most confident efforts, began to feel for the lonely, sorrowing maiden a respect and sympathy denied her before.

being the one previously mentioned or spoken of

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

the quality of being holy

From this reading No one, of course, was ever told by Mrs. Ray or by Sandy of what had passed in the sanctity of the family circle, but in her humility and contrition Priscilla spoke of it to Mrs. Stone and to others, who soon came to try to show her she was forgiven.

of hair color; pale yellowish to yellowish brown

From this reading No one, of course, was ever told by Mrs. Ray or by Sandy of what had passed in the sanctity of the family circle, but in her humility and contrition Priscilla spoke of it to Mrs. Stone and to others, who soon came to try to show her she was forgiven.

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From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

cut with a saw

From this reading For a fortnight, probably, Miss Sanford had been the most unpopular woman that Minneconjou's oldest inhabitant could name; but the men and women who saw her as one after another she faced the results of her most confident efforts, began to feel for the lonely, sorrowing maiden a respect and sympathy denied her before.

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

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

plural of “shortcoming” — a failing or deficiency

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading No one, of course, was ever told by Mrs. Ray or by Sandy of what had passed in the sanctity of the family circle, but in her humility and contrition Priscilla spoke of it to Mrs. Stone and to others, who soon came to try to show her she was forgiven.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

relating to human society and its members

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

in the near future

From this reading No one, of course, was ever told by Mrs. Ray or by Sandy of what had passed in the sanctity of the family circle, but in her humility and contrition Priscilla spoke of it to Mrs. Stone and to others, who soon came to try to show her she was forgiven.

sorrowful through loss or deprivation

From this reading For a fortnight, probably, Miss Sanford had been the most unpopular woman that Minneconjou's oldest inhabitant could name; but the men and women who saw her as one after another she faced the results of her most confident efforts, began to feel for the lonely, sorrowing maiden a respect and sympathy denied her before.

support consisting of a radial member of a wheel joining the hub to the rim

From this reading No one, of course, was ever told by Mrs. Ray or by Sandy of what had passed in the sanctity of the family circle, but in her humility and contrition Priscilla spoke of it to Mrs. Stone and to others, who soon came to try to show her she was forgiven.

a lump or mass of hard consolidated mineral matter

From this reading No one, of course, was ever told by Mrs. Ray or by Sandy of what had passed in the sanctity of the family circle, but in her humility and contrition Priscilla spoke of it to Mrs. Stone and to others, who soon came to try to show her she was forgiven.

tenaciously unwilling or marked by tenacious unwillingness to yield

From this reading MY LADY'S MAID It proved the last pound that broke the back of Priscilla's stubborn resistance.

an inclination to support or be loyal to or to agree with an opinion

From this reading For a fortnight, probably, Miss Sanford had been the most unpopular woman that Minneconjou's oldest inhabitant could name; but the men and women who saw her as one after another she faced the results of her most confident efforts, began to feel for the lonely, sorrowing maiden a respect and sympathy denied her before.

a message that tells the particulars of an act or occurrence or course of events; presented in writing or drama or cinema or as a radio or television program

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

exchange thoughts; talk with

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading MY LADY'S MAID It proved the last pound that broke the back of Priscilla's stubborn resistance.

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

From this reading MY LADY'S MAID It proved the last pound that broke the back of Priscilla's stubborn resistance.

belonging to the people or things already mentioned

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

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

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

American architect (1759-1828)

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

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

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

inflected form of “tell” — express in words

From this reading No one, of course, was ever told by Mrs. Ray or by Sandy of what had passed in the sanctity of the family circle, but in her humility and contrition Priscilla spoke of it to Mrs. Stone and to others, who soon came to try to show her she was forgiven.

make an effort or attempt

From this reading No one, of course, was ever told by Mrs. Ray or by Sandy of what had passed in the sanctity of the family circle, but in her humility and contrition Priscilla spoke of it to Mrs. Stone and to others, who soon came to try to show her she was forgiven.

plural of “turn” — a circular segment of a curve

From this reading It was plain that Priscilla was well-nigh crushed, and "when women weep" and are desolate and hopeless resentment turns to pity and blame to words of cheer.

know and comprehend the nature or meaning of

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

regarded with disfavor or lacking general approval

From this reading For a fortnight, probably, Miss Sanford had been the most unpopular woman that Minneconjou's oldest inhabitant could name; but the men and women who saw her as one after another she faced the results of her most confident efforts, began to feel for the lonely, sorrowing maiden a respect and sympathy denied her before.

of the greatest possible degree or extent or intensity

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

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

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

the speaker together with one or more other people

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

shed tears because of sadness, rage, or pain

From this reading It was plain that Priscilla was well-nigh crushed, and "when women weep" and are desolate and hopeless resentment turns to pity and blame to words of cheer.

(of actions or states) slightly short of or not quite accomplished; all but

From this reading It was plain that Priscilla was well-nigh crushed, and "when women weep" and are desolate and hopeless resentment turns to pity and blame to words of cheer.

used to ask for information about something

From this reading No one, of course, was ever told by Mrs. Ray or by Sandy of what had passed in the sanctity of the family circle, but in her humility and contrition Priscilla spoke of it to Mrs. Stone and to others, who soon came to try to show her she was forgiven.

at the time that

From this reading It was plain that Priscilla was well-nigh crushed, and "when women weep" and are desolate and hopeless resentment turns to pity and blame to words of cheer.

which person or people

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

in the company of; together with

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

an adult female person (as opposed to a man)

From this reading For a fortnight, probably, Miss Sanford had been the most unpopular woman that Minneconjou's oldest inhabitant could name; but the men and women who saw her as one after another she faced the results of her most confident efforts, began to feel for the lonely, sorrowing maiden a respect and sympathy denied her before.

plural of “woman” — an adult female person (as opposed to a man)

From this reading Men and women who had found much to condemn in Miss Sanford, who had disseminated and discussed the tale of her correspondence with the _Banner_ and the talk that followed, who had heard with indignation that it was after Dwight's conference with Miss Sanford that he so furiously punished little Jim (for, as we know, Mrs. Thornton had assured everybody that so far as _she_ was concerned she had done her utmost to make the major understand that Jimmy never did it on purpose), who had felt the lash of her over-candid comment on their social or parental shortcomings, now had no little malicious merriment to add to the deservedly hard things they had said of her.

the words that are spoken

From this reading It was plain that Priscilla was well-nigh crushed, and "when women weep" and are desolate and hopeless resentment turns to pity and blame to words of cheer.