used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading He was very far from suspecting him of the absence of mind which he actually displayed, but it was a great relief to him to see the little party safe in the dog-cart and on the way homeward.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading He himself fell into the manner of those about him and spoke in low tones and moved delicately as though fearing to offend her sensitive nerves.
the state of being absent
From this reading He was very far from suspecting him of the absence of mind which he actually displayed, but it was a great relief to him to see the little party safe in the dog-cart and on the way homeward.
in actual fact
From this reading He was very far from suspecting him of the absence of mind which he actually displayed, but it was a great relief to him to see the little party safe in the dog-cart and on the way homeward.
afterprepositionUS /ˈæftər/
later than; following
From this reading The vicar alone understood the situation and had been very much surprised at the squire's sudden determination to walk home; he would gladly have seized his hat and run after his friend, but he feared Mrs. Ambrose's curiosity and moreover on reflection felt sure that the dog-cart would overtake Mr. Juxon before he was half way to the cottage.
(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class
From this reading The extraordinary nervousness she betrayed, the anxiety for her welfare shown by Mrs. Ambrose and the grave face of the vicar all favoured the idea that she had become an invalid since he had last met her.
aloneadjectiveUS /əˈloʊn/
Having no one else present.
From this reading The vicar alone understood the situation and had been very much surprised at the squire's sudden determination to walk home; he would gladly have seized his hat and run after his friend, but he feared Mrs. Ambrose's curiosity and moreover on reflection felt sure that the dog-cart would overtake Mr. Juxon before he was half way to the cottage.
AmbrosenounUS /ˈæmbroʊz/
(Roman Catholic Church) Roman priest who became bishop of Milan
From this reading The extraordinary nervousness she betrayed, the anxiety for her welfare shown by Mrs. Ambrose and the grave face of the vicar all favoured the idea that she had become an invalid since he had last met her.
Ambrose's
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From this reading The vicar alone understood the situation and had been very much surprised at the squire's sudden determination to walk home; he would gladly have seized his hat and run after his friend, but he feared Mrs. Ambrose's curiosity and moreover on reflection felt sure that the dog-cart would overtake Mr. Juxon before he was half way to the cottage.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading The extraordinary nervousness she betrayed, the anxiety for her welfare shown by Mrs. Ambrose and the grave face of the vicar all favoured the idea that she had become an invalid since he had last met her.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The extraordinary nervousness she betrayed, the anxiety for her welfare shown by Mrs. Ambrose and the grave face of the vicar all favoured the idea that she had become an invalid since he had last met her.
(psychiatry) a relatively permanent state of worry and nervousness occurring in a variety of mental disorders, usually accompanied by compulsive behavior or attacks of panic
From this reading The extraordinary nervousness she betrayed, the anxiety for her welfare shown by Mrs. Ambrose and the grave face of the vicar all favoured the idea that she had become an invalid since he had last met her.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading He himself fell into the manner of those about him and spoke in low tones and moved delicately as though fearing to offend her sensitive nerves.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading John's impression of Mrs. Goddard was strengthened by the scene at the vicarage at the moment of leaving.
enter or assume a certain state or condition
From this reading The extraordinary nervousness she betrayed, the anxiety for her welfare shown by Mrs. Ambrose and the grave face of the vicar all favoured the idea that she had become an invalid since he had last met her.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading The vicar alone understood the situation and had been very much surprised at the squire's sudden determination to walk home; he would gladly have seized his hat and run after his friend, but he feared Mrs. Ambrose's curiosity and moreover on reflection felt sure that the dog-cart would overtake Mr. Juxon before he was half way to the cottage.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading The vicar alone understood the situation and had been very much surprised at the squire's sudden determination to walk home; he would gladly have seized his hat and run after his friend, but he feared Mrs. Ambrose's curiosity and moreover on reflection felt sure that the dog-cart would overtake Mr. Juxon before he was half way to the cottage.
past form of “betray” — reveal unintentionally
From this reading The extraordinary nervousness she betrayed, the anxiety for her welfare shown by Mrs. Ambrose and the grave face of the vicar all favoured the idea that she had become an invalid since he had last met her.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading The vicar alone understood the situation and had been very much surprised at the squire's sudden determination to walk home; he would gladly have seized his hat and run after his friend, but he feared Mrs. Ambrose's curiosity and moreover on reflection felt sure that the dog-cart would overtake Mr. Juxon before he was half way to the cottage.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading John's impression of Mrs. Goddard was strengthened by the scene at the vicarage at the moment of leaving.
a small house with a single story
From this reading The vicar alone understood the situation and had been very much surprised at the squire's sudden determination to walk home; he would gladly have seized his hat and run after his friend, but he feared Mrs. Ambrose's curiosity and moreover on reflection felt sure that the dog-cart would overtake Mr. Juxon before he was half way to the cottage.
a state in which you want to learn more about something
From this reading The vicar alone understood the situation and had been very much surprised at the squire's sudden determination to walk home; he would gladly have seized his hat and run after his friend, but he feared Mrs. Ambrose's curiosity and moreover on reflection felt sure that the dog-cart would overtake Mr. Juxon before he was half way to the cottage.
delicatelyadverbUS /ˈdeləkətli/
in a delicate manner
From this reading He himself fell into the manner of those about him and spoke in low tones and moved delicately as though fearing to offend her sensitive nerves.
determinationnounUS /dɪˌtɜːrməˈneɪʃən/
the act of determining the properties of something, usually by research or calculation
From this reading The vicar alone understood the situation and had been very much surprised at the squire's sudden determination to walk home; he would gladly have seized his hat and run after his friend, but he feared Mrs. Ambrose's curiosity and moreover on reflection felt sure that the dog-cart would overtake Mr. Juxon before he was half way to the cottage.
displayedverbUS /dɪˈspleɪd/
past form of “display” — to show, make visible or apparent
From this reading He was very far from suspecting him of the absence of mind which he actually displayed, but it was a great relief to him to see the little party safe in the dog-cart and on the way homeward.
dog-cart
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From this reading The vicar alone understood the situation and had been very much surprised at the squire's sudden determination to walk home; he would gladly have seized his hat and run after his friend, but he feared Mrs. Ambrose's curiosity and moreover on reflection felt sure that the dog-cart would overtake Mr. Juxon before he was half way to the cottage.
beyond what is ordinary or usual; highly unusual or exceptional or remarkable
From this reading The extraordinary nervousness she betrayed, the anxiety for her welfare shown by Mrs. Ambrose and the grave face of the vicar all favoured the idea that she had become an invalid since he had last met her.
the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear
From this reading The extraordinary nervousness she betrayed, the anxiety for her welfare shown by Mrs. Ambrose and the grave face of the vicar all favoured the idea that she had become an invalid since he had last met her.
to a considerable degree; very much
From this reading He was very far from suspecting him of the absence of mind which he actually displayed, but it was a great relief to him to see the little party safe in the dog-cart and on the way homeward.
favoured
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From this reading The extraordinary nervousness she betrayed, the anxiety for her welfare shown by Mrs. Ambrose and the grave face of the vicar all favoured the idea that she had become an invalid since he had last met her.
past form of “fear” — be afraid or feel anxious or apprehensive about a possible or probable situation or event
From this reading The vicar alone understood the situation and had been very much surprised at the squire's sudden determination to walk home; he would gladly have seized his hat and run after his friend, but he feared Mrs. Ambrose's curiosity and moreover on reflection felt sure that the dog-cart would overtake Mr. Juxon before he was half way to the cottage.
fearingverbUS /ˈfɪrɪŋ/
-ing form of “fear” — be afraid or feel anxious or apprehensive about a possible or probable situation or event
From this reading He himself fell into the manner of those about him and spoke in low tones and moved delicately as though fearing to offend her sensitive nerves.
cause to fall by or as if by delivering a blow
From this reading He himself fell into the manner of those about him and spoke in low tones and moved delicately as though fearing to offend her sensitive nerves.
mat together and make felt-like
From this reading The vicar alone understood the situation and had been very much surprised at the squire's sudden determination to walk home; he would gladly have seized his hat and run after his friend, but he feared Mrs. Ambrose's curiosity and moreover on reflection felt sure that the dog-cart would overtake Mr. Juxon before he was half way to the cottage.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading The extraordinary nervousness she betrayed, the anxiety for her welfare shown by Mrs. Ambrose and the grave face of the vicar all favoured the idea that she had become an invalid since he had last met her.
a person you know well and regard with affection and trust
From this reading The vicar alone understood the situation and had been very much surprised at the squire's sudden determination to walk home; he would gladly have seized his hat and run after his friend, but he feared Mrs. Ambrose's curiosity and moreover on reflection felt sure that the dog-cart would overtake Mr. Juxon before he was half way to the cottage.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading He was very far from suspecting him of the absence of mind which he actually displayed, but it was a great relief to him to see the little party safe in the dog-cart and on the way homeward.
gladlyadverbUS /ˈɡlædli/
in a willing manner
From this reading The vicar alone understood the situation and had been very much surprised at the squire's sudden determination to walk home; he would gladly have seized his hat and run after his friend, but he feared Mrs. Ambrose's curiosity and moreover on reflection felt sure that the dog-cart would overtake Mr. Juxon before he was half way to the cottage.
GoddardnounUS /ˈɡɑːdərd/
United States physicist who developed the first successful liquid-fueled rocket (1882-1945)
From this reading John's impression of Mrs. Goddard was strengthened by the scene at the vicarage at the moment of leaving.
death of a person
From this reading The extraordinary nervousness she betrayed, the anxiety for her welfare shown by Mrs. Ambrose and the grave face of the vicar all favoured the idea that she had become an invalid since he had last met her.
relatively large in size or number or extent; larger than others of its kind
From this reading He was very far from suspecting him of the absence of mind which he actually displayed, but it was a great relief to him to see the little party safe in the dog-cart and on the way homeward.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading The extraordinary nervousness she betrayed, the anxiety for her welfare shown by Mrs. Ambrose and the grave face of the vicar all favoured the idea that she had become an invalid since he had last met her.
consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity
From this reading The vicar alone understood the situation and had been very much surprised at the squire's sudden determination to walk home; he would gladly have seized his hat and run after his friend, but he feared Mrs. Ambrose's curiosity and moreover on reflection felt sure that the dog-cart would overtake Mr. Juxon before he was half way to the cottage.
headdress that protects the head from bad weather; has shaped crown and usually a brim
From this reading The vicar alone understood the situation and had been very much surprised at the squire's sudden determination to walk home; he would gladly have seized his hat and run after his friend, but he feared Mrs. Ambrose's curiosity and moreover on reflection felt sure that the dog-cart would overtake Mr. Juxon before he was half way to the cottage.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading The vicar alone understood the situation and had been very much surprised at the squire's sudden determination to walk home; he would gladly have seized his hat and run after his friend, but he feared Mrs. Ambrose's curiosity and moreover on reflection felt sure that the dog-cart would overtake Mr. Juxon before he was half way to the cottage.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading The extraordinary nervousness she betrayed, the anxiety for her welfare shown by Mrs. Ambrose and the grave face of the vicar all favoured the idea that she had become an invalid since he had last met her.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading The extraordinary nervousness she betrayed, the anxiety for her welfare shown by Mrs. Ambrose and the grave face of the vicar all favoured the idea that she had become an invalid since he had last met her.
the male already mentioned, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading He himself fell into the manner of those about him and spoke in low tones and moved delicately as though fearing to offend her sensitive nerves.
used when the man or boy doing the action is also its object
From this reading He himself fell into the manner of those about him and spoke in low tones and moved delicately as though fearing to offend her sensitive nerves.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading The vicar alone understood the situation and had been very much surprised at the squire's sudden determination to walk home; he would gladly have seized his hat and run after his friend, but he feared Mrs. Ambrose's curiosity and moreover on reflection felt sure that the dog-cart would overtake Mr. Juxon before he was half way to the cottage.
where you live at a particular time
From this reading The vicar alone understood the situation and had been very much surprised at the squire's sudden determination to walk home; he would gladly have seized his hat and run after his friend, but he feared Mrs. Ambrose's curiosity and moreover on reflection felt sure that the dog-cart would overtake Mr. Juxon before he was half way to the cottage.
homewardadverbUS /ˈhoʊmwərd/
toward home
From this reading He was very far from suspecting him of the absence of mind which he actually displayed, but it was a great relief to him to see the little party safe in the dog-cart and on the way homeward.
the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading The extraordinary nervousness she betrayed, the anxiety for her welfare shown by Mrs. Ambrose and the grave face of the vicar all favoured the idea that she had become an invalid since he had last met her.
a vague idea in which some confidence is placed
From this reading John's impression of Mrs. Goddard was strengthened by the scene at the vicarage at the moment of leaving.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading He himself fell into the manner of those about him and spoke in low tones and moved delicately as though fearing to offend her sensitive nerves.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading He himself fell into the manner of those about him and spoke in low tones and moved delicately as though fearing to offend her sensitive nerves.
invalidnounUS /ˈɪnvələd/
someone who is incapacitated by a chronic illness or injury
From this reading The extraordinary nervousness she betrayed, the anxiety for her welfare shown by Mrs. Ambrose and the grave face of the vicar all favoured the idea that she had become an invalid since he had last met her.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading He was very far from suspecting him of the absence of mind which he actually displayed, but it was a great relief to him to see the little party safe in the dog-cart and on the way homeward.
John'snounUS /dʒɑːnz/
possessive form of “john” — a room or building equipped with one or more toilets
From this reading John's impression of Mrs. Goddard was strengthened by the scene at the vicarage at the moment of leaving.
Juxon
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From this reading The vicar alone understood the situation and had been very much surprised at the squire's sudden determination to walk home; he would gladly have seized his hat and run after his friend, but he feared Mrs. Ambrose's curiosity and moreover on reflection felt sure that the dog-cart would overtake Mr. Juxon before he was half way to the cottage.
immediately past
From this reading The extraordinary nervousness she betrayed, the anxiety for her welfare shown by Mrs. Ambrose and the grave face of the vicar all favoured the idea that she had become an invalid since he had last met her.
the act of departing
From this reading John's impression of Mrs. Goddard was strengthened by the scene at the vicarage at the moment of leaving.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading He was very far from suspecting him of the absence of mind which he actually displayed, but it was a great relief to him to see the little party safe in the dog-cart and on the way homeward.
less than normal in degree or intensity or amount
From this reading He himself fell into the manner of those about him and spoke in low tones and moved delicately as though fearing to offend her sensitive nerves.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading He himself fell into the manner of those about him and spoke in low tones and moved delicately as though fearing to offend her sensitive nerves.
inflected form of “meet” — come together
From this reading The extraordinary nervousness she betrayed, the anxiety for her welfare shown by Mrs. Ambrose and the grave face of the vicar all favoured the idea that she had become an invalid since he had last met her.
The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.
From this reading He was very far from suspecting him of the absence of mind which he actually displayed, but it was a great relief to him to see the little party safe in the dog-cart and on the way homeward.
a particular point in time
From this reading John's impression of Mrs. Goddard was strengthened by the scene at the vicarage at the moment of leaving.
in addition to what has just been said
From this reading The vicar alone understood the situation and had been very much surprised at the squire's sudden determination to walk home; he would gladly have seized his hat and run after his friend, but he feared Mrs. Ambrose's curiosity and moreover on reflection felt sure that the dog-cart would overtake Mr. Juxon before he was half way to the cottage.
being excited or provoked to the expression of an emotion
From this reading He himself fell into the manner of those about him and spoke in low tones and moved delicately as though fearing to offend her sensitive nerves.
a form of address for a man
From this reading The vicar alone understood the situation and had been very much surprised at the squire's sudden determination to walk home; he would gladly have seized his hat and run after his friend, but he feared Mrs. Ambrose's curiosity and moreover on reflection felt sure that the dog-cart would overtake Mr. Juxon before he was half way to the cottage.
a form of address for a married woman
From this reading John's impression of Mrs. Goddard was strengthened by the scene at the vicarage at the moment of leaving.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading The vicar alone understood the situation and had been very much surprised at the squire's sudden determination to walk home; he would gladly have seized his hat and run after his friend, but he feared Mrs. Ambrose's curiosity and moreover on reflection felt sure that the dog-cart would overtake Mr. Juxon before he was half way to the cottage.
an uneasy psychological state
From this reading He himself fell into the manner of those about him and spoke in low tones and moved delicately as though fearing to offend her sensitive nerves.
nervousnessnounUS /ˈnɜːrvəsnəs/
the anxious feeling you have when you have the jitters
From this reading The extraordinary nervousness she betrayed, the anxiety for her welfare shown by Mrs. Ambrose and the grave face of the vicar all favoured the idea that she had become an invalid since he had last met her.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading John's impression of Mrs. Goddard was strengthened by the scene at the vicarage at the moment of leaving.
offendverbUS /əˈfend/
cause to feel resentment or indignation
From this reading He himself fell into the manner of those about him and spoke in low tones and moved delicately as though fearing to offend her sensitive nerves.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading The vicar alone understood the situation and had been very much surprised at the squire's sudden determination to walk home; he would gladly have seized his hat and run after his friend, but he feared Mrs. Ambrose's curiosity and moreover on reflection felt sure that the dog-cart would overtake Mr. Juxon before he was half way to the cottage.
overtakeverbUS /ˈoʊvərteɪk/
catch up with and possibly overtake
From this reading The vicar alone understood the situation and had been very much surprised at the squire's sudden determination to walk home; he would gladly have seized his hat and run after his friend, but he feared Mrs. Ambrose's curiosity and moreover on reflection felt sure that the dog-cart would overtake Mr. Juxon before he was half way to the cottage.
an organization to gain political power
From this reading He was very far from suspecting him of the absence of mind which he actually displayed, but it was a great relief to him to see the little party safe in the dog-cart and on the way homeward.
a calm, lengthy, intent consideration
From this reading The vicar alone understood the situation and had been very much surprised at the squire's sudden determination to walk home; he would gladly have seized his hat and run after his friend, but he feared Mrs. Ambrose's curiosity and moreover on reflection felt sure that the dog-cart would overtake Mr. Juxon before he was half way to the cottage.
the feeling that comes when something burdensome is removed or reduced
From this reading He was very far from suspecting him of the absence of mind which he actually displayed, but it was a great relief to him to see the little party safe in the dog-cart and on the way homeward.
move fast by using one's feet, with one foot off the ground at any given time
From this reading The vicar alone understood the situation and had been very much surprised at the squire's sudden determination to walk home; he would gladly have seized his hat and run after his friend, but he feared Mrs. Ambrose's curiosity and moreover on reflection felt sure that the dog-cart would overtake Mr. Juxon before he was half way to the cottage.
free from danger or the risk of harm
From this reading He was very far from suspecting him of the absence of mind which he actually displayed, but it was a great relief to him to see the little party safe in the dog-cart and on the way homeward.
the place where some action occurs
From this reading John's impression of Mrs. Goddard was strengthened by the scene at the vicarage at the moment of leaving.
perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading He was very far from suspecting him of the absence of mind which he actually displayed, but it was a great relief to him to see the little party safe in the dog-cart and on the way homeward.
past form of “seize” — take hold of; grab
From this reading The vicar alone understood the situation and had been very much surprised at the squire's sudden determination to walk home; he would gladly have seized his hat and run after his friend, but he feared Mrs. Ambrose's curiosity and moreover on reflection felt sure that the dog-cart would overtake Mr. Juxon before he was half way to the cottage.
sensitiveadjectiveUS /ˈsensətɪv/
responsive to physical stimuli
From this reading He himself fell into the manner of those about him and spoke in low tones and moved delicately as though fearing to offend her sensitive nerves.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading The extraordinary nervousness she betrayed, the anxiety for her welfare shown by Mrs. Ambrose and the grave face of the vicar all favoured the idea that she had become an invalid since he had last met her.
inflected form of “show” — give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading The extraordinary nervousness she betrayed, the anxiety for her welfare shown by Mrs. Ambrose and the grave face of the vicar all favoured the idea that she had become an invalid since he had last met her.
sinceprepositionUS /sɪns/
from a time in the past until now
From this reading The extraordinary nervousness she betrayed, the anxiety for her welfare shown by Mrs. Ambrose and the grave face of the vicar all favoured the idea that she had become an invalid since he had last met her.
the general state of things; the combination of circumstances at a given time
From this reading The vicar alone understood the situation and had been very much surprised at the squire's sudden determination to walk home; he would gladly have seized his hat and run after his friend, but he feared Mrs. Ambrose's curiosity and moreover on reflection felt sure that the dog-cart would overtake Mr. Juxon before he was half way to the cottage.
support consisting of a radial member of a wheel joining the hub to the rim
From this reading He himself fell into the manner of those about him and spoke in low tones and moved delicately as though fearing to offend her sensitive nerves.
squire's
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From this reading The vicar alone understood the situation and had been very much surprised at the squire's sudden determination to walk home; he would gladly have seized his hat and run after his friend, but he feared Mrs. Ambrose's curiosity and moreover on reflection felt sure that the dog-cart would overtake Mr. Juxon before he was half way to the cottage.
strengthenedadjectiveUS /ˈstreŋθənd/
given added strength or support
From this reading John's impression of Mrs. Goddard was strengthened by the scene at the vicarage at the moment of leaving.
happening without warning or in a short space of time
From this reading The vicar alone understood the situation and had been very much surprised at the squire's sudden determination to walk home; he would gladly have seized his hat and run after his friend, but he feared Mrs. Ambrose's curiosity and moreover on reflection felt sure that the dog-cart would overtake Mr. Juxon before he was half way to the cottage.
having or feeling no doubt or uncertainty; confident and assured
From this reading The vicar alone understood the situation and had been very much surprised at the squire's sudden determination to walk home; he would gladly have seized his hat and run after his friend, but he feared Mrs. Ambrose's curiosity and moreover on reflection felt sure that the dog-cart would overtake Mr. Juxon before he was half way to the cottage.
taken unawares or suddenly and feeling wonder or astonishment
From this reading The vicar alone understood the situation and had been very much surprised at the squire's sudden determination to walk home; he would gladly have seized his hat and run after his friend, but he feared Mrs. Ambrose's curiosity and moreover on reflection felt sure that the dog-cart would overtake Mr. Juxon before he was half way to the cottage.
suspectingverbUS /səˈspektɪŋ/
-ing form of “suspect” — imagine to be the case or true or probable
From this reading He was very far from suspecting him of the absence of mind which he actually displayed, but it was a great relief to him to see the little party safe in the dog-cart and on the way homeward.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading The extraordinary nervousness she betrayed, the anxiety for her welfare shown by Mrs. Ambrose and the grave face of the vicar all favoured the idea that she had become an invalid since he had last met her.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading John's impression of Mrs. Goddard was strengthened by the scene at the vicarage at the moment of leaving.
the plural of “that”: the people or things further away, or already known
From this reading He himself fell into the manner of those about him and spoke in low tones and moved delicately as though fearing to offend her sensitive nerves.
in spite of the fact that
From this reading He himself fell into the manner of those about him and spoke in low tones and moved delicately as though fearing to offend her sensitive nerves.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading He himself fell into the manner of those about him and spoke in low tones and moved delicately as though fearing to offend her sensitive nerves.
plural of “tone” — the quality of a person's voice
From this reading He himself fell into the manner of those about him and spoke in low tones and moved delicately as though fearing to offend her sensitive nerves.
fully apprehended as to purport or meaning or explanation
From this reading The vicar alone understood the situation and had been very much surprised at the squire's sudden determination to walk home; he would gladly have seized his hat and run after his friend, but he feared Mrs. Ambrose's curiosity and moreover on reflection felt sure that the dog-cart would overtake Mr. Juxon before he was half way to the cottage.
precisely as stated
From this reading The vicar alone understood the situation and had been very much surprised at the squire's sudden determination to walk home; he would gladly have seized his hat and run after his friend, but he feared Mrs. Ambrose's curiosity and moreover on reflection felt sure that the dog-cart would overtake Mr. Juxon before he was half way to the cottage.
vicarnounUS /ˈvɪkər/
a Roman Catholic priest who acts for another higher-ranking clergyman
From this reading The extraordinary nervousness she betrayed, the anxiety for her welfare shown by Mrs. Ambrose and the grave face of the vicar all favoured the idea that she had become an invalid since he had last met her.
vicaragenoun
an official residence provided by a church for its parson or vicar or rector
From this reading John's impression of Mrs. Goddard was strengthened by the scene at the vicarage at the moment of leaving.
the act of traveling by foot
From this reading The vicar alone understood the situation and had been very much surprised at the squire's sudden determination to walk home; he would gladly have seized his hat and run after his friend, but he feared Mrs. Ambrose's curiosity and moreover on reflection felt sure that the dog-cart would overtake Mr. Juxon before he was half way to the cottage.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading John's impression of Mrs. Goddard was strengthened by the scene at the vicarage at the moment of leaving.
how something is done or how it happens
From this reading The vicar alone understood the situation and had been very much surprised at the squire's sudden determination to walk home; he would gladly have seized his hat and run after his friend, but he feared Mrs. Ambrose's curiosity and moreover on reflection felt sure that the dog-cart would overtake Mr. Juxon before he was half way to the cottage.
welfarenounUS /ˈwelfer/
governmental provision of economic assistance to persons in need
From this reading The extraordinary nervousness she betrayed, the anxiety for her welfare shown by Mrs. Ambrose and the grave face of the vicar all favoured the idea that she had become an invalid since he had last met her.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading He was very far from suspecting him of the absence of mind which he actually displayed, but it was a great relief to him to see the little party safe in the dog-cart and on the way homeward.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading The vicar alone understood the situation and had been very much surprised at the squire's sudden determination to walk home; he would gladly have seized his hat and run after his friend, but he feared Mrs. Ambrose's curiosity and moreover on reflection felt sure that the dog-cart would overtake Mr. Juxon before he was half way to the cottage.
