Chapter VII · Chapter 7

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

From this reading Indeed, no one paid any heed to her, since Prince Michael's vanity could not resist the temptation of making himself known, and when the word went round that the King's father was in the station, there was such a press around him and the Princess that ordinary passengers were of little account.

a record or narrative description of past events

From this reading Indeed, no one paid any heed to her, since Prince Michael's vanity could not resist the temptation of making himself known, and when the word went round that the King's father was in the station, there was such a press around him and the Princess that ordinary passengers were of little account.

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

From this reading Indeed, no one paid any heed to her, since Prince Michael's vanity could not resist the temptation of making himself known, and when the word went round that the King's father was in the station, there was such a press around him and the Princess that ordinary passengers were of little account.

one or some or every or all without specification

From this reading Indeed, no one paid any heed to her, since Prince Michael's vanity could not resist the temptation of making himself known, and when the word went round that the King's father was in the station, there was such a press around him and the Princess that ordinary passengers were of little account.

outward or visible aspect of a person or thing

From this reading Monseigneur was flattered by the excitement caused by his unexpected appearance, and he momentarily regretted the lack of display that resulted from his decision to travel incognito.

surrounding, or on every side of, something

From this reading Indeed, no one paid any heed to her, since Prince Michael's vanity could not resist the temptation of making himself known, and when the word went round that the King's father was in the station, there was such a press around him and the Princess that ordinary passengers were of little account.

-ing form of “arrive” — reach a destination; arrive by movement or progress

From this reading JOAN BECOMES THE VICTIM OF CIRCUMSTANCES On arriving at Delgratz, Joan still avoided her distinguished traveling companions.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading JOAN BECOMES THE VICTIM OF CIRCUMSTANCES On arriving at Delgratz, Joan still avoided her distinguished traveling companions.

past form of “avoid” — stay clear from; keep away from; keep out of the way of someone or something

From this reading JOAN BECOMES THE VICTIM OF CIRCUMSTANCES On arriving at Delgratz, Joan still avoided her distinguished traveling companions.

third-person singular of “become” — enter or assume a certain state or condition

From this reading JOAN BECOMES THE VICTIM OF CIRCUMSTANCES On arriving at Delgratz, Joan still avoided her distinguished traveling companions.

the past participle of “be”

From this reading It would have been so much more effective if he had been greeted by the King and a glittering staff the moment he descended from the train.

inflected form of “bring” — take something or somebody with oneself somewhere

From this reading It was undignified, too, to pass through the streets of the capital in a disheveled hired vehicle, when a royal carriage, surrounded by a cavalry escort, might have brought him to the palace in style.

showing who or what does the action

From this reading Monseigneur was flattered by the excitement caused by his unexpected appearance, and he momentarily regretted the lack of display that resulted from his decision to travel incognito.

assets available for use in the production of further assets

From this reading It was undignified, too, to pass through the streets of the capital in a disheveled hired vehicle, when a royal carriage, surrounded by a cavalry escort, might have brought him to the palace in style.

a railcar where passengers ride

From this reading It was undignified, too, to pass through the streets of the capital in a disheveled hired vehicle, when a royal carriage, surrounded by a cavalry escort, might have brought him to the palace in style.

past form of “cause” — give rise to; cause to happen or occur, not always intentionally

From this reading Monseigneur was flattered by the excitement caused by his unexpected appearance, and he momentarily regretted the lack of display that resulted from his decision to travel incognito.

troops trained to fight on horseback

From this reading It was undignified, too, to pass through the streets of the capital in a disheveled hired vehicle, when a royal carriage, surrounded by a cavalry escort, might have brought him to the palace in style.

your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you)

From this reading JOAN BECOMES THE VICTIM OF CIRCUMSTANCES On arriving at Delgratz, Joan still avoided her distinguished traveling companions.

plural of “companion” — a friend who is frequently in the company of another

From this reading JOAN BECOMES THE VICTIM OF CIRCUMSTANCES On arriving at Delgratz, Joan still avoided her distinguished traveling companions.

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

From this reading Indeed, no one paid any heed to her, since Prince Michael's vanity could not resist the temptation of making himself known, and when the word went round that the King's father was in the station, there was such a press around him and the Princess that ordinary passengers were of little account.

the act of making up your mind about something

From this reading Monseigneur was flattered by the excitement caused by his unexpected appearance, and he momentarily regretted the lack of display that resulted from his decision to travel incognito.

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From this reading JOAN BECOMES THE VICTIM OF CIRCUMSTANCES On arriving at Delgratz, Joan still avoided her distinguished traveling companions.

past form of “descend” — move downward and lower, but not necessarily all the way

From this reading It would have been so much more effective if he had been greeted by the King and a glittering staff the moment he descended from the train.

in disarray; extremely disorderly

From this reading It was undignified, too, to pass through the streets of the capital in a disheveled hired vehicle, when a royal carriage, surrounded by a cavalry escort, might have brought him to the palace in style.

something intended to communicate a particular impression

From this reading Monseigneur was flattered by the excitement caused by his unexpected appearance, and he momentarily regretted the lack of display that resulted from his decision to travel incognito.

(used of persons) standing above others in character or attainment or reputation

From this reading JOAN BECOMES THE VICTIM OF CIRCUMSTANCES On arriving at Delgratz, Joan still avoided her distinguished traveling companions.

producing or capable of producing an intended result or having a striking effect

From this reading It would have been so much more effective if he had been greeted by the King and a glittering staff the moment he descended from the train.

someone who escorts and protects a prominent person

From this reading It was undignified, too, to pass through the streets of the capital in a disheveled hired vehicle, when a royal carriage, surrounded by a cavalry escort, might have brought him to the palace in style.

the feeling of lively and cheerful joy

From this reading Monseigneur was flattered by the excitement caused by his unexpected appearance, and he momentarily regretted the lack of display that resulted from his decision to travel incognito.

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

From this reading Indeed, no one paid any heed to her, since Prince Michael's vanity could not resist the temptation of making himself known, and when the word went round that the King's father was in the station, there was such a press around him and the Princess that ordinary passengers were of little account.

past form of “flatter” — praise somewhat dishonestly

From this reading Monseigneur was flattered by the excitement caused by his unexpected appearance, and he momentarily regretted the lack of display that resulted from his decision to travel incognito.

showing where something starts, or who sent it

From this reading Monseigneur was flattered by the excitement caused by his unexpected appearance, and he momentarily regretted the lack of display that resulted from his decision to travel incognito.

having brief brilliant points or flashes of light

From this reading It would have been so much more effective if he had been greeted by the King and a glittering staff the moment he descended from the train.

past form of “greet” — express greetings upon meeting someone

From this reading It would have been so much more effective if he had been greeted by the King and a glittering staff the moment he descended from the train.

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

From this reading It would have been so much more effective if he had been greeted by the King and a glittering staff the moment he descended from the train.

used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses

From this reading It would have been so much more effective if he had been greeted by the King and a glittering staff the moment he descended from the train.

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

From this reading Monseigneur was flattered by the excitement caused by his unexpected appearance, and he momentarily regretted the lack of display that resulted from his decision to travel incognito.

paying particular notice (as to children or helpless people)

From this reading Indeed, no one paid any heed to her, since Prince Michael's vanity could not resist the temptation of making himself known, and when the word went round that the King's father was in the station, there was such a press around him and the Princess that ordinary passengers were of little account.

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

From this reading JOAN BECOMES THE VICTIM OF CIRCUMSTANCES On arriving at Delgratz, Joan still avoided her distinguished traveling companions.

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

From this reading Indeed, no one paid any heed to her, since Prince Michael's vanity could not resist the temptation of making himself known, and when the word went round that the King's father was in the station, there was such a press around him and the Princess that ordinary passengers were of little account.

used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object

From this reading Indeed, no one paid any heed to her, since Prince Michael's vanity could not resist the temptation of making himself known, and when the word went round that the King's father was in the station, there was such a press around him and the Princess that ordinary passengers were of little account.

having services engaged for a fee

From this reading It was undignified, too, to pass through the streets of the capital in a disheveled hired vehicle, when a royal carriage, surrounded by a cavalry escort, might have brought him to the palace in style.

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

From this reading Monseigneur was flattered by the excitement caused by his unexpected appearance, and he momentarily regretted the lack of display that resulted from his decision to travel incognito.

on condition that; in the event that

From this reading It would have been so much more effective if he had been greeted by the King and a glittering staff the moment he descended from the train.

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

From this reading Indeed, no one paid any heed to her, since Prince Michael's vanity could not resist the temptation of making himself known, and when the word went round that the King's father was in the station, there was such a press around him and the Princess that ordinary passengers were of little account.

with your identity concealed

From this reading Monseigneur was flattered by the excitement caused by his unexpected appearance, and he momentarily regretted the lack of display that resulted from his decision to travel incognito.

in truth (often tends to intensify)

From this reading Indeed, no one paid any heed to her, since Prince Michael's vanity could not resist the temptation of making himself known, and when the word went round that the King's father was in the station, there was such a press around him and the Princess that ordinary passengers were of little account.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading It would have been so much more effective if he had been greeted by the King and a glittering staff the moment he descended from the train.

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From this reading JOAN BECOMES THE VICTIM OF CIRCUMSTANCES On arriving at Delgratz, Joan still avoided her distinguished traveling companions.

a male sovereign; ruler of a kingdom

From this reading It would have been so much more effective if he had been greeted by the King and a glittering staff the moment he descended from the train.

possessive form of “king” — a male sovereign; ruler of a kingdom

From this reading Indeed, no one paid any heed to her, since Prince Michael's vanity could not resist the temptation of making himself known, and when the word went round that the King's father was in the station, there was such a press around him and the Princess that ordinary passengers were of little account.

apprehended with certainty

From this reading Indeed, no one paid any heed to her, since Prince Michael's vanity could not resist the temptation of making himself known, and when the word went round that the King's father was in the station, there was such a press around him and the Princess that ordinary passengers were of little account.

the state of needing something that is absent or unavailable

From this reading Monseigneur was flattered by the excitement caused by his unexpected appearance, and he momentarily regretted the lack of display that resulted from his decision to travel incognito.

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

From this reading Indeed, no one paid any heed to her, since Prince Michael's vanity could not resist the temptation of making himself known, and when the word went round that the King's father was in the station, there was such a press around him and the Princess that ordinary passengers were of little account.

the act that results in something coming to be

From this reading Indeed, no one paid any heed to her, since Prince Michael's vanity could not resist the temptation of making himself known, and when the word went round that the King's father was in the station, there was such a press around him and the Princess that ordinary passengers were of little account.

possessive form of “michael” — (Old Testament) the guardian archangel of the Jews

From this reading Indeed, no one paid any heed to her, since Prince Michael's vanity could not resist the temptation of making himself known, and when the word went round that the King's father was in the station, there was such a press around him and the Princess that ordinary passengers were of little account.

used to say something is possible but not certain

From this reading It was undignified, too, to pass through the streets of the capital in a disheveled hired vehicle, when a royal carriage, surrounded by a cavalry escort, might have brought him to the palace in style.

a particular point in time

From this reading It would have been so much more effective if he had been greeted by the King and a glittering staff the moment he descended from the train.

for an instant or moment

From this reading Monseigneur was flattered by the excitement caused by his unexpected appearance, and he momentarily regretted the lack of display that resulted from his decision to travel incognito.

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From this reading Monseigneur was flattered by the excitement caused by his unexpected appearance, and he momentarily regretted the lack of display that resulted from his decision to travel incognito.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading It would have been so much more effective if he had been greeted by the King and a glittering staff the moment he descended from the train.

to a great degree or extent

From this reading It would have been so much more effective if he had been greeted by the King and a glittering staff the moment he descended from the train.

not any; not one

From this reading Indeed, no one paid any heed to her, since Prince Michael's vanity could not resist the temptation of making himself known, and when the word went round that the King's father was in the station, there was such a press around him and the Princess that ordinary passengers were of little account.

used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative

From this reading Indeed, no one paid any heed to her, since Prince Michael's vanity could not resist the temptation of making himself known, and when the word went round that the King's father was in the station, there was such a press around him and the Princess that ordinary passengers were of little account.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading JOAN BECOMES THE VICTIM OF CIRCUMSTANCES On arriving at Delgratz, Joan still avoided her distinguished traveling companions.

touching and supported by a surface

From this reading JOAN BECOMES THE VICTIM OF CIRCUMSTANCES On arriving at Delgratz, Joan still avoided her distinguished traveling companions.

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading Indeed, no one paid any heed to her, since Prince Michael's vanity could not resist the temptation of making himself known, and when the word went round that the King's father was in the station, there was such a press around him and the Princess that ordinary passengers were of little account.

a judge of a probate court

From this reading Indeed, no one paid any heed to her, since Prince Michael's vanity could not resist the temptation of making himself known, and when the word went round that the King's father was in the station, there was such a press around him and the Princess that ordinary passengers were of little account.

marked by the reception of pay

From this reading Indeed, no one paid any heed to her, since Prince Michael's vanity could not resist the temptation of making himself known, and when the word went round that the King's father was in the station, there was such a press around him and the Princess that ordinary passengers were of little account.

a large and stately mansion

From this reading It was undignified, too, to pass through the streets of the capital in a disheveled hired vehicle, when a royal carriage, surrounded by a cavalry escort, might have brought him to the palace in style.

go across or through

From this reading It was undignified, too, to pass through the streets of the capital in a disheveled hired vehicle, when a royal carriage, surrounded by a cavalry escort, might have brought him to the palace in style.

plural of “passenger” — a traveler riding in a vehicle (a boat or bus or car or plane or train etc) who is not operating it

From this reading Indeed, no one paid any heed to her, since Prince Michael's vanity could not resist the temptation of making himself known, and when the word went round that the King's father was in the station, there was such a press around him and the Princess that ordinary passengers were of little account.

exert pressure or force to or upon

From this reading Indeed, no one paid any heed to her, since Prince Michael's vanity could not resist the temptation of making himself known, and when the word went round that the King's father was in the station, there was such a press around him and the Princess that ordinary passengers were of little account.

a male member of a royal family other than the sovereign (especially the son of a sovereign)

From this reading Indeed, no one paid any heed to her, since Prince Michael's vanity could not resist the temptation of making himself known, and when the word went round that the King's father was in the station, there was such a press around him and the Princess that ordinary passengers were of little account.

The daughter of a monarch; a female member of a royal family.

From this reading Indeed, no one paid any heed to her, since Prince Michael's vanity could not resist the temptation of making himself known, and when the word went round that the King's father was in the station, there was such a press around him and the Princess that ordinary passengers were of little account.

inflected form of “regret” — feel remorse for; feel sorry for; be contrite about

From this reading Monseigneur was flattered by the excitement caused by his unexpected appearance, and he momentarily regretted the lack of display that resulted from his decision to travel incognito.

elude, especially in a baffling way

From this reading Indeed, no one paid any heed to her, since Prince Michael's vanity could not resist the temptation of making himself known, and when the word went round that the King's father was in the station, there was such a press around him and the Princess that ordinary passengers were of little account.

past form of “result” — issue or terminate (in a specified way, state, etc.); end

From this reading Monseigneur was flattered by the excitement caused by his unexpected appearance, and he momentarily regretted the lack of display that resulted from his decision to travel incognito.

a charge of ammunition for a single shot

From this reading Indeed, no one paid any heed to her, since Prince Michael's vanity could not resist the temptation of making himself known, and when the word went round that the King's father was in the station, there was such a press around him and the Princess that ordinary passengers were of little account.

of or relating to or indicative of or issued or performed by a king or queen or other monarch

From this reading It was undignified, too, to pass through the streets of the capital in a disheveled hired vehicle, when a royal carriage, surrounded by a cavalry escort, might have brought him to the palace in style.

from a time in the past until now

From this reading Indeed, no one paid any heed to her, since Prince Michael's vanity could not resist the temptation of making himself known, and when the word went round that the King's father was in the station, there was such a press around him and the Princess that ordinary passengers were of little account.

for that reason; with the result that

From this reading It would have been so much more effective if he had been greeted by the King and a glittering staff the moment he descended from the train.

personnel who assist their superior in carrying out an assigned task

From this reading It would have been so much more effective if he had been greeted by the King and a glittering staff the moment he descended from the train.

a facility equipped with special equipment and personnel for a particular purpose

From this reading Indeed, no one paid any heed to her, since Prince Michael's vanity could not resist the temptation of making himself known, and when the word went round that the King's father was in the station, there was such a press around him and the Princess that ordinary passengers were of little account.

not in physical motion

From this reading JOAN BECOMES THE VICTIM OF CIRCUMSTANCES On arriving at Delgratz, Joan still avoided her distinguished traveling companions.

plural of “street” — a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings

From this reading It was undignified, too, to pass through the streets of the capital in a disheveled hired vehicle, when a royal carriage, surrounded by a cavalry escort, might have brought him to the palace in style.

how something is done or how it happens

From this reading It was undignified, too, to pass through the streets of the capital in a disheveled hired vehicle, when a royal carriage, surrounded by a cavalry escort, might have brought him to the palace in style.

of the kind already mentioned

From this reading Indeed, no one paid any heed to her, since Prince Michael's vanity could not resist the temptation of making himself known, and when the word went round that the King's father was in the station, there was such a press around him and the Princess that ordinary passengers were of little account.

confined on all sides

From this reading It was undignified, too, to pass through the streets of the capital in a disheveled hired vehicle, when a royal carriage, surrounded by a cavalry escort, might have brought him to the palace in style.

something that seduces or has the quality to seduce

From this reading Indeed, no one paid any heed to her, since Prince Michael's vanity could not resist the temptation of making himself known, and when the word went round that the King's father was in the station, there was such a press around him and the Princess that ordinary passengers were of little account.

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading Indeed, no one paid any heed to her, since Prince Michael's vanity could not resist the temptation of making himself known, and when the word went round that the King's father was in the station, there was such a press around him and the Princess that ordinary passengers were of little account.

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

From this reading JOAN BECOMES THE VICTIM OF CIRCUMSTANCES On arriving at Delgratz, Joan still avoided her distinguished traveling companions.

in or at that place or location

From this reading Indeed, no one paid any heed to her, since Prince Michael's vanity could not resist the temptation of making himself known, and when the word went round that the King's father was in the station, there was such a press around him and the Princess that ordinary passengers were of little account.

from one end or side of something to the other

From this reading It was undignified, too, to pass through the streets of the capital in a disheveled hired vehicle, when a royal carriage, surrounded by a cavalry escort, might have brought him to the palace in style.

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

From this reading Indeed, no one paid any heed to her, since Prince Michael's vanity could not resist the temptation of making himself known, and when the word went round that the King's father was in the station, there was such a press around him and the Princess that ordinary passengers were of little account.

to a degree exceeding normal or proper limits

From this reading It was undignified, too, to pass through the streets of the capital in a disheveled hired vehicle, when a royal carriage, surrounded by a cavalry escort, might have brought him to the palace in style.

create by training and teaching

From this reading It would have been so much more effective if he had been greeted by the King and a glittering staff the moment he descended from the train.

change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading Monseigneur was flattered by the excitement caused by his unexpected appearance, and he momentarily regretted the lack of display that resulted from his decision to travel incognito.

the act of going from one place to another

From this reading JOAN BECOMES THE VICTIM OF CIRCUMSTANCES On arriving at Delgratz, Joan still avoided her distinguished traveling companions.

lacking dignity

From this reading It was undignified, too, to pass through the streets of the capital in a disheveled hired vehicle, when a royal carriage, surrounded by a cavalry escort, might have brought him to the palace in style.

not expected or anticipated

From this reading Monseigneur was flattered by the excitement caused by his unexpected appearance, and he momentarily regretted the lack of display that resulted from his decision to travel incognito.

feelings of excessive pride

From this reading Indeed, no one paid any heed to her, since Prince Michael's vanity could not resist the temptation of making himself known, and when the word went round that the King's father was in the station, there was such a press around him and the Princess that ordinary passengers were of little account.

a conveyance that transports people or objects

From this reading It was undignified, too, to pass through the streets of the capital in a disheveled hired vehicle, when a royal carriage, surrounded by a cavalry escort, might have brought him to the palace in style.

an unfortunate person who suffers from some adverse circumstance

From this reading JOAN BECOMES THE VICTIM OF CIRCUMSTANCES On arriving at Delgratz, Joan still avoided her distinguished traveling companions.

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

From this reading Indeed, no one paid any heed to her, since Prince Michael's vanity could not resist the temptation of making himself known, and when the word went round that the King's father was in the station, there was such a press around him and the Princess that ordinary passengers were of little account.

inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically

From this reading Indeed, no one paid any heed to her, since Prince Michael's vanity could not resist the temptation of making himself known, and when the word went round that the King's father was in the station, there was such a press around him and the Princess that ordinary passengers were of little account.

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

From this reading Indeed, no one paid any heed to her, since Prince Michael's vanity could not resist the temptation of making himself known, and when the word went round that the King's father was in the station, there was such a press around him and the Princess that ordinary passengers were of little account.

at the time that

From this reading Indeed, no one paid any heed to her, since Prince Michael's vanity could not resist the temptation of making himself known, and when the word went round that the King's father was in the station, there was such a press around him and the Princess that ordinary passengers were of little account.

a unit of language that native speakers can identify

From this reading Indeed, no one paid any heed to her, since Prince Michael's vanity could not resist the temptation of making himself known, and when the word went round that the King's father was in the station, there was such a press around him and the Princess that ordinary passengers were of little account.

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

From this reading It would have been so much more effective if he had been greeted by the King and a glittering staff the moment he descended from the train.