used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Send a note to say you are not well,” suggested George, when they reached the house where his sister-in-law was living.
perform an action, or work out or perform (an action)
From this reading “You are not fit to act to-night; they must get somebody else,” he added, with the charming simplicity of the “outsider” in theatrical matters, who does not know how loath the rising actress is to give her “understudy” a chance of proving that she herself is not indispensable to the success of the piece.
actressnounUS /ˈæktrəs/
a female actor
From this reading “You are not fit to act to-night; they must get somebody else,” he added, with the charming simplicity of the “outsider” in theatrical matters, who does not know how loath the rising actress is to give her “understudy” a chance of proving that she herself is not indispensable to the success of the piece.
past form of “add” — make an addition (to); join or combine or unite with others; increase the quality, quantity, size or scope of
From this reading “You are not fit to act to-night; they must get somebody else,” he added, with the charming simplicity of the “outsider” in theatrical matters, who does not know how loath the rising actress is to give her “understudy” a chance of proving that she herself is not indispensable to the success of the piece.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading “I must go, George; and it will be the best thing for me,” said she, with a grateful look at his anxious face.
Annie
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From this reading “Don’t go to the theater to-night, Annie!
eagerly desirous
From this reading “I must go, George; and it will be the best thing for me,” said she, with a grateful look at his anxious face.
areauxiliary verbUS /ɑːr/
the form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Send a note to say you are not well,” suggested George, when they reached the house where his sister-in-law was living.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading “I must go, George; and it will be the best thing for me,” said she, with a grateful look at his anxious face.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading “I must go, George; and it will be the best thing for me,” said she, with a grateful look at his anxious face.
the supreme effort one can make
From this reading “I must go, George; and it will be the best thing for me,” said she, with a grateful look at his anxious face.
a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances
From this reading “You are not fit to act to-night; they must get somebody else,” he added, with the charming simplicity of the “outsider” in theatrical matters, who does not know how loath the rising actress is to give her “understudy” a chance of proving that she herself is not indispensable to the success of the piece.
pleasing or delighting
From this reading “You are not fit to act to-night; they must get somebody else,” he added, with the charming simplicity of the “outsider” in theatrical matters, who does not know how loath the rising actress is to give her “understudy” a chance of proving that she herself is not indispensable to the success of the piece.
move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading “Come and see me to-morrow; I want to talk to you.”
doesauxiliary verbUS /dʌz/
the form of “do” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading “You are not fit to act to-night; they must get somebody else,” he added, with the charming simplicity of the “outsider” in theatrical matters, who does not know how loath the rising actress is to give her “understudy” a chance of proving that she herself is not indispensable to the success of the piece.
Don't
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From this reading “Don’t go to the theater to-night, Annie!
else
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From this reading “You are not fit to act to-night; they must get somebody else,” he added, with the charming simplicity of the “outsider” in theatrical matters, who does not know how loath the rising actress is to give her “understudy” a chance of proving that she herself is not indispensable to the success of the piece.
the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear
From this reading “I must go, George; and it will be the best thing for me,” said she, with a grateful look at his anxious face.
be agreeable or acceptable to
From this reading “You are not fit to act to-night; they must get somebody else,” he added, with the charming simplicity of the “outsider” in theatrical matters, who does not know how loath the rising actress is to give her “understudy” a chance of proving that she herself is not indispensable to the success of the piece.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading “I must go, George; and it will be the best thing for me,” said she, with a grateful look at his anxious face.
Christian martyr; patron saint of England; hero of the legend of Saint George and the Dragon in which he slew a dragon and saved a princess (?-303)
From this reading Send a note to say you are not well,” suggested George, when they reached the house where his sister-in-law was living.
come into the possession of something concrete or abstract
From this reading “You are not fit to act to-night; they must get somebody else,” he added, with the charming simplicity of the “outsider” in theatrical matters, who does not know how loath the rising actress is to give her “understudy” a chance of proving that she herself is not indispensable to the success of the piece.
cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense
From this reading “You are not fit to act to-night; they must get somebody else,” he added, with the charming simplicity of the “outsider” in theatrical matters, who does not know how loath the rising actress is to give her “understudy” a chance of proving that she herself is not indispensable to the success of the piece.
change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading “Don’t go to the theater to-night, Annie!
feeling or showing gratitude
From this reading “I must go, George; and it will be the best thing for me,” said she, with a grateful look at his anxious face.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading “You are not fit to act to-night; they must get somebody else,” he added, with the charming simplicity of the “outsider” in theatrical matters, who does not know how loath the rising actress is to give her “understudy” a chance of proving that she herself is not indispensable to the success of the piece.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading “You are not fit to act to-night; they must get somebody else,” he added, with the charming simplicity of the “outsider” in theatrical matters, who does not know how loath the rising actress is to give her “understudy” a chance of proving that she herself is not indispensable to the success of the piece.
used when the woman or girl doing the action is also its object
From this reading “You are not fit to act to-night; they must get somebody else,” he added, with the charming simplicity of the “outsider” in theatrical matters, who does not know how loath the rising actress is to give her “understudy” a chance of proving that she herself is not indispensable to the success of the piece.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading Send a note to say you are not well,” suggested George, when they reached the house where his sister-in-law was living.
a dwelling that serves as living quarters for one or more families
From this reading Send a note to say you are not well,” suggested George, when they reached the house where his sister-in-law was living.
how
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From this reading “You are not fit to act to-night; they must get somebody else,” he added, with the charming simplicity of the “outsider” in theatrical matters, who does not know how loath the rising actress is to give her “understudy” a chance of proving that she herself is not indispensable to the success of the piece.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading “I must go, George; and it will be the best thing for me,” said she, with a grateful look at his anxious face.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading “You are not fit to act to-night; they must get somebody else,” he added, with the charming simplicity of the “outsider” in theatrical matters, who does not know how loath the rising actress is to give her “understudy” a chance of proving that she herself is not indispensable to the success of the piece.
indispensableadjectiveUS /ˌɪndɪˈspensəbəl/
not to be dispensed with; essential
From this reading “You are not fit to act to-night; they must get somebody else,” he added, with the charming simplicity of the “outsider” in theatrical matters, who does not know how loath the rising actress is to give her “understudy” a chance of proving that she herself is not indispensable to the success of the piece.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading “You are not fit to act to-night; they must get somebody else,” he added, with the charming simplicity of the “outsider” in theatrical matters, who does not know how loath the rising actress is to give her “understudy” a chance of proving that she herself is not indispensable to the success of the piece.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading “I must go, George; and it will be the best thing for me,” said she, with a grateful look at his anxious face.
be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading “You are not fit to act to-night; they must get somebody else,” he added, with the charming simplicity of the “outsider” in theatrical matters, who does not know how loath the rising actress is to give her “understudy” a chance of proving that she herself is not indispensable to the success of the piece.
the experience of being alive; the course of human events and activities
From this reading Send a note to say you are not well,” suggested George, when they reached the house where his sister-in-law was living.
loathadjectiveUS /loʊθ/
unwillingness to do something contrary to your custom
From this reading “You are not fit to act to-night; they must get somebody else,” he added, with the charming simplicity of the “outsider” in theatrical matters, who does not know how loath the rising actress is to give her “understudy” a chance of proving that she herself is not indispensable to the success of the piece.
perceive with attention; direct one's gaze towards
From this reading “I must go, George; and it will be the best thing for me,” said she, with a grateful look at his anxious face.
plural of “matter” — a vaguely specified concern
From this reading “You are not fit to act to-night; they must get somebody else,” he added, with the charming simplicity of the “outsider” in theatrical matters, who does not know how loath the rising actress is to give her “understudy” a chance of proving that she herself is not indispensable to the success of the piece.
the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition
From this reading “I must go, George; and it will be the best thing for me,” said she, with a grateful look at his anxious face.
used to say something is necessary, or almost certainly true
From this reading “You are not fit to act to-night; they must get somebody else,” he added, with the charming simplicity of the “outsider” in theatrical matters, who does not know how loath the rising actress is to give her “understudy” a chance of proving that she herself is not indispensable to the success of the piece.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading Send a note to say you are not well,” suggested George, when they reached the house where his sister-in-law was living.
a brief written record
From this reading Send a note to say you are not well,” suggested George, when they reached the house where his sister-in-law was living.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading “You are not fit to act to-night; they must get somebody else,” he added, with the charming simplicity of the “outsider” in theatrical matters, who does not know how loath the rising actress is to give her “understudy” a chance of proving that she herself is not indispensable to the success of the piece.
outsidernounUS /ˌaʊtˈsaɪ.dər/
A person who does not belong to a particular group or community; a stranger.
From this reading “You are not fit to act to-night; they must get somebody else,” he added, with the charming simplicity of the “outsider” in theatrical matters, who does not know how loath the rising actress is to give her “understudy” a chance of proving that she herself is not indispensable to the success of the piece.
a separate part of a whole
From this reading “You are not fit to act to-night; they must get somebody else,” he added, with the charming simplicity of the “outsider” in theatrical matters, who does not know how loath the rising actress is to give her “understudy” a chance of proving that she herself is not indispensable to the success of the piece.
provingverbUS /ˈpruːvɪŋ/
-ing form of “prove” — be shown or be found to be
From this reading “You are not fit to act to-night; they must get somebody else,” he added, with the charming simplicity of the “outsider” in theatrical matters, who does not know how loath the rising actress is to give her “understudy” a chance of proving that she herself is not indispensable to the success of the piece.
past form of “reach” — reach a destination, either real or abstract
From this reading Send a note to say you are not well,” suggested George, when they reached the house where his sister-in-law was living.
advancing or becoming higher or greater in degree or value or status
From this reading “You are not fit to act to-night; they must get somebody else,” he added, with the charming simplicity of the “outsider” in theatrical matters, who does not know how loath the rising actress is to give her “understudy” a chance of proving that she herself is not indispensable to the success of the piece.
being the one previously mentioned or spoken of
From this reading “I must go, George; and it will be the best thing for me,” said she, with a grateful look at his anxious face.
express in words
From this reading Send a note to say you are not well,” suggested George, when they reached the house where his sister-in-law was living.
perceive by sight or have the power to perceive by sight
From this reading “Come and see me to-morrow; I want to talk to you.”
cause to go somewhere
From this reading Send a note to say you are not well,” suggested George, when they reached the house where his sister-in-law was living.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading “You are not fit to act to-night; they must get somebody else,” he added, with the charming simplicity of the “outsider” in theatrical matters, who does not know how loath the rising actress is to give her “understudy” a chance of proving that she herself is not indispensable to the success of the piece.
simplicitynounUS /sɪmˈplɪsəti/
the quality of being simple or uncompounded
From this reading “You are not fit to act to-night; they must get somebody else,” he added, with the charming simplicity of the “outsider” in theatrical matters, who does not know how loath the rising actress is to give her “understudy” a chance of proving that she herself is not indispensable to the success of the piece.
sister-in-lawnounUS /ˈsɪstərɪnlɔː/
the sister of your spouse
From this reading Send a note to say you are not well,” suggested George, when they reached the house where his sister-in-law was living.
a person, without saying who
From this reading “You are not fit to act to-night; they must get somebody else,” he added, with the charming simplicity of the “outsider” in theatrical matters, who does not know how loath the rising actress is to give her “understudy” a chance of proving that she herself is not indispensable to the success of the piece.
an event that accomplishes its intended purpose
From this reading “You are not fit to act to-night; they must get somebody else,” he added, with the charming simplicity of the “outsider” in theatrical matters, who does not know how loath the rising actress is to give her “understudy” a chance of proving that she herself is not indispensable to the success of the piece.
past form of “suggest” — make a proposal, declare a plan for something
From this reading Send a note to say you are not well,” suggested George, when they reached the house where his sister-in-law was living.
exchange thoughts; talk with
From this reading “Come and see me to-morrow; I want to talk to you.”
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading “You are not fit to act to-night; they must get somebody else,” he added, with the charming simplicity of the “outsider” in theatrical matters, who does not know how loath the rising actress is to give her “understudy” a chance of proving that she herself is not indispensable to the success of the piece.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading “Don’t go to the theater to-night, Annie!
theaternounUS /ˈθiːətər/
a building where theatrical performances or motion-picture shows can be presented
From this reading “Don’t go to the theater to-night, Annie!
theatricaladjectiveUS /θiˈætrɪkəl/
of or relating to the theater
From this reading “You are not fit to act to-night; they must get somebody else,” he added, with the charming simplicity of the “outsider” in theatrical matters, who does not know how loath the rising actress is to give her “understudy” a chance of proving that she herself is not indispensable to the success of the piece.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Send a note to say you are not well,” suggested George, when they reached the house where his sister-in-law was living.
a special situation
From this reading “I must go, George; and it will be the best thing for me,” said she, with a grateful look at his anxious face.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading “Don’t go to the theater to-night, Annie!
to-morrow
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From this reading “Come and see me to-morrow; I want to talk to you.”
to-night
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From this reading “Don’t go to the theater to-night, Annie!
understudynounUS /ˈʌndərstʌdi/
an actor able to replace a regular performer when required
From this reading “You are not fit to act to-night; they must get somebody else,” he added, with the charming simplicity of the “outsider” in theatrical matters, who does not know how loath the rising actress is to give her “understudy” a chance of proving that she herself is not indispensable to the success of the piece.
feel or have a desire for; want strongly
From this reading “Come and see me to-morrow; I want to talk to you.”
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Send a note to say you are not well,” suggested George, when they reached the house where his sister-in-law was living.
(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)
From this reading Send a note to say you are not well,” suggested George, when they reached the house where his sister-in-law was living.
at the time that
From this reading Send a note to say you are not well,” suggested George, when they reached the house where his sister-in-law was living.
in or at the place that
From this reading Send a note to say you are not well,” suggested George, when they reached the house where his sister-in-law was living.
which person or people
From this reading “You are not fit to act to-night; they must get somebody else,” he added, with the charming simplicity of the “outsider” in theatrical matters, who does not know how loath the rising actress is to give her “understudy” a chance of proving that she herself is not indispensable to the success of the piece.
used to talk about the future, or about willingness
From this reading “I must go, George; and it will be the best thing for me,” said she, with a grateful look at his anxious face.
in the company of; together with
From this reading “You are not fit to act to-night; they must get somebody else,” he added, with the charming simplicity of the “outsider” in theatrical matters, who does not know how loath the rising actress is to give her “understudy” a chance of proving that she herself is not indispensable to the success of the piece.
the person or people being spoken to
From this reading Send a note to say you are not well,” suggested George, when they reached the house where his sister-in-law was living.
