used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading Janey was by nature a shy girl and easily frightened, accustomed indeed to do many things for herself, and to move quietly without attracting observation through the midst of a crowd; but she had never taken any initiative, and since her marriage had been reduced to such a state of complete dependence on her husband's wishes and plans that she had not attempted the smallest step on her own impulse.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading Now, however, she moved about with a quiet assurance and decision which astonished herself.
commonly used or practiced; usual
From this reading Janey was by nature a shy girl and easily frightened, accustomed indeed to do many things for herself, and to move quietly without attracting observation through the midst of a crowd; but she had never taken any initiative, and since her marriage had been reduced to such a state of complete dependence on her husband's wishes and plans that she had not attempted the smallest step on her own impulse.
anew
From this reading She carried her few possessions back again to the railway station, leaving the small gold piece of ten francs to pay, and much overpay, her hour's shelter and entertainment at the hotel.
alongprepositionUS /əˈlɔːŋ/
following the length of something from one end toward the other
From this reading Nobody noticed her as she went through the bustle of the place and back to the crowded station, where a little leisurely local train was about starting--a slow train occupied by peasants and country folk, and which stopped at every station along the line.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading It is astonishing how many things can be done in sudden excitement and passion which could not be possible under any other circumstances.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading It is astonishing how many things can be done in sudden excitement and passion which could not be possible under any other circumstances.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading Nobody noticed her as she went through the bustle of the place and back to the crowded station, where a little leisurely local train was about starting--a slow train occupied by peasants and country folk, and which stopped at every station along the line.
assurancenounUS /əˈʃʊrəns/
freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities
From this reading Now, however, she moved about with a quiet assurance and decision which astonished herself.
filled with the emotional impact of overwhelming surprise or shock
From this reading Now, however, she moved about with a quiet assurance and decision which astonished herself.
astonishingadjectiveUS /əˈstɑːnɪʃɪŋ/
surprising greatly
From this reading It is astonishing how many things can be done in sudden excitement and passion which could not be possible under any other circumstances.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading She carried her few possessions back again to the railway station, leaving the small gold piece of ten francs to pay, and much overpay, her hour's shelter and entertainment at the hotel.
tried unsuccessfully
From this reading Janey was by nature a shy girl and easily frightened, accustomed indeed to do many things for herself, and to move quietly without attracting observation through the midst of a crowd; but she had never taken any initiative, and since her marriage had been reduced to such a state of complete dependence on her husband's wishes and plans that she had not attempted the smallest step on her own impulse.
attractingverbUS /əˈtræktɪŋ/
-ing form of “attract” — direct toward itself or oneself by means of some psychological power or physical attributes
From this reading Janey was by nature a shy girl and easily frightened, accustomed indeed to do many things for herself, and to move quietly without attracting observation through the midst of a crowd; but she had never taken any initiative, and since her marriage had been reduced to such a state of complete dependence on her husband's wishes and plans that she had not attempted the smallest step on her own impulse.
in or to or toward a former location
From this reading She carried her few possessions back again to the railway station, leaving the small gold piece of ten francs to pay, and much overpay, her hour's shelter and entertainment at the hotel.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading It is astonishing how many things can be done in sudden excitement and passion which could not be possible under any other circumstances.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading Janey was by nature a shy girl and easily frightened, accustomed indeed to do many things for herself, and to move quietly without attracting observation through the midst of a crowd; but she had never taken any initiative, and since her marriage had been reduced to such a state of complete dependence on her husband's wishes and plans that she had not attempted the smallest step on her own impulse.
bustlenounUS /ˈbʌsəl/
a rapid active commotion
From this reading Nobody noticed her as she went through the bustle of the place and back to the crowded station, where a little leisurely local train was about starting--a slow train occupied by peasants and country folk, and which stopped at every station along the line.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading Janey was by nature a shy girl and easily frightened, accustomed indeed to do many things for herself, and to move quietly without attracting observation through the midst of a crowd; but she had never taken any initiative, and since her marriage had been reduced to such a state of complete dependence on her husband's wishes and plans that she had not attempted the smallest step on her own impulse.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Janey was by nature a shy girl and easily frightened, accustomed indeed to do many things for herself, and to move quietly without attracting observation through the midst of a crowd; but she had never taken any initiative, and since her marriage had been reduced to such a state of complete dependence on her husband's wishes and plans that she had not attempted the smallest step on her own impulse.
to be able to, or to be allowed to
From this reading It is astonishing how many things can be done in sudden excitement and passion which could not be possible under any other circumstances.
inflected form of “carry” — move while supporting, either in a vehicle or in one's hands or on one's body
From this reading She carried her few possessions back again to the railway station, leaving the small gold piece of ten francs to pay, and much overpay, her hour's shelter and entertainment at the hotel.
your overall circumstances or condition in life (including everything that happens to you)
From this reading It is astonishing how many things can be done in sudden excitement and passion which could not be possible under any other circumstances.
come or bring to a finish or an end
From this reading Janey was by nature a shy girl and easily frightened, accustomed indeed to do many things for herself, and to move quietly without attracting observation through the midst of a crowd; but she had never taken any initiative, and since her marriage had been reduced to such a state of complete dependence on her husband's wishes and plans that she had not attempted the smallest step on her own impulse.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading It is astonishing how many things can be done in sudden excitement and passion which could not be possible under any other circumstances.
a politically organized body of people under a single government
From this reading Nobody noticed her as she went through the bustle of the place and back to the crowded station, where a little leisurely local train was about starting--a slow train occupied by peasants and country folk, and which stopped at every station along the line.
cause to herd, drive, or crowd together
From this reading Janey was by nature a shy girl and easily frightened, accustomed indeed to do many things for herself, and to move quietly without attracting observation through the midst of a crowd; but she had never taken any initiative, and since her marriage had been reduced to such a state of complete dependence on her husband's wishes and plans that she had not attempted the smallest step on her own impulse.
overfilled or compacted or concentrated
From this reading Nobody noticed her as she went through the bustle of the place and back to the crowded station, where a little leisurely local train was about starting--a slow train occupied by peasants and country folk, and which stopped at every station along the line.
the act of making up your mind about something
From this reading Now, however, she moved about with a quiet assurance and decision which astonished herself.
dependencenounUS /dɪˈpendəns/
the state of relying on or being controlled by someone or something else
From this reading Janey was by nature a shy girl and easily frightened, accustomed indeed to do many things for herself, and to move quietly without attracting observation through the midst of a crowd; but she had never taken any initiative, and since her marriage had been reduced to such a state of complete dependence on her husband's wishes and plans that she had not attempted the smallest step on her own impulse.
used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis
From this reading Janey was by nature a shy girl and easily frightened, accustomed indeed to do many things for herself, and to move quietly without attracting observation through the midst of a crowd; but she had never taken any initiative, and since her marriage had been reduced to such a state of complete dependence on her husband's wishes and plans that she had not attempted the smallest step on her own impulse.
having finished or arrived at completion
From this reading It is astonishing how many things can be done in sudden excitement and passion which could not be possible under any other circumstances.
with ease (“easy” is sometimes used informally for “easily”)
From this reading Janey was by nature a shy girl and easily frightened, accustomed indeed to do many things for herself, and to move quietly without attracting observation through the midst of a crowd; but she had never taken any initiative, and since her marriage had been reduced to such a state of complete dependence on her husband's wishes and plans that she had not attempted the smallest step on her own impulse.
entertainmentnounUS /ˌentərˈteɪnmənt/
an activity that is diverting and that holds the attention
From this reading She carried her few possessions back again to the railway station, leaving the small gold piece of ten francs to pay, and much overpay, her hour's shelter and entertainment at the hotel.
everydeterminerUS /ˈevəri/
all the members of a group, with none left out
From this reading Nobody noticed her as she went through the bustle of the place and back to the crowded station, where a little leisurely local train was about starting--a slow train occupied by peasants and country folk, and which stopped at every station along the line.
the feeling of lively and cheerful joy
From this reading It is astonishing how many things can be done in sudden excitement and passion which could not be possible under any other circumstances.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “a”; a small but indefinite number
From this reading She carried her few possessions back again to the railway station, leaving the small gold piece of ten francs to pay, and much overpay, her hour's shelter and entertainment at the hotel.
people in general (often used in the plural)
From this reading Nobody noticed her as she went through the bustle of the place and back to the crowded station, where a little leisurely local train was about starting--a slow train occupied by peasants and country folk, and which stopped at every station along the line.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading Janey was by nature a shy girl and easily frightened, accustomed indeed to do many things for herself, and to move quietly without attracting observation through the midst of a crowd; but she had never taken any initiative, and since her marriage had been reduced to such a state of complete dependence on her husband's wishes and plans that she had not attempted the smallest step on her own impulse.
francsnounUS /fræŋks/
plural of “franc” — the basic monetary unit in many countries; equal to 100 centimes
From this reading She carried her few possessions back again to the railway station, leaving the small gold piece of ten francs to pay, and much overpay, her hour's shelter and entertainment at the hotel.
made afraid
From this reading Janey was by nature a shy girl and easily frightened, accustomed indeed to do many things for herself, and to move quietly without attracting observation through the midst of a crowd; but she had never taken any initiative, and since her marriage had been reduced to such a state of complete dependence on her husband's wishes and plans that she had not attempted the smallest step on her own impulse.
a young female
From this reading Janey was by nature a shy girl and easily frightened, accustomed indeed to do many things for herself, and to move quietly without attracting observation through the midst of a crowd; but she had never taken any initiative, and since her marriage had been reduced to such a state of complete dependence on her husband's wishes and plans that she had not attempted the smallest step on her own impulse.
coins made of gold
From this reading She carried her few possessions back again to the railway station, leaving the small gold piece of ten francs to pay, and much overpay, her hour's shelter and entertainment at the hotel.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Janey was by nature a shy girl and easily frightened, accustomed indeed to do many things for herself, and to move quietly without attracting observation through the midst of a crowd; but she had never taken any initiative, and since her marriage had been reduced to such a state of complete dependence on her husband's wishes and plans that she had not attempted the smallest step on her own impulse.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading Janey was by nature a shy girl and easily frightened, accustomed indeed to do many things for herself, and to move quietly without attracting observation through the midst of a crowd; but she had never taken any initiative, and since her marriage had been reduced to such a state of complete dependence on her husband's wishes and plans that she had not attempted the smallest step on her own impulse.
used when the woman or girl doing the action is also its object
From this reading Janey was by nature a shy girl and easily frightened, accustomed indeed to do many things for herself, and to move quietly without attracting observation through the midst of a crowd; but she had never taken any initiative, and since her marriage had been reduced to such a state of complete dependence on her husband's wishes and plans that she had not attempted the smallest step on her own impulse.
a building where travelers can pay for lodging and meals and other services
From this reading She carried her few possessions back again to the railway station, leaving the small gold piece of ten francs to pay, and much overpay, her hour's shelter and entertainment at the hotel.
hour'snounUS /ˈaʊərz/
possessive form of “hour” — a period of time equal to 1/24th of a day
From this reading She carried her few possessions back again to the railway station, leaving the small gold piece of ten francs to pay, and much overpay, her hour's shelter and entertainment at the hotel.
how
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From this reading It is astonishing how many things can be done in sudden excitement and passion which could not be possible under any other circumstances.
used to add a contrasting statement
From this reading Now, however, she moved about with a quiet assurance and decision which astonished herself.
husband'snounUS /ˈhʌzbəndz/
possessive form of “husband” — a married man; a woman's partner in marriage
From this reading Janey was by nature a shy girl and easily frightened, accustomed indeed to do many things for herself, and to move quietly without attracting observation through the midst of a crowd; but she had never taken any initiative, and since her marriage had been reduced to such a state of complete dependence on her husband's wishes and plans that she had not attempted the smallest step on her own impulse.
an instinctive motive
From this reading Janey was by nature a shy girl and easily frightened, accustomed indeed to do many things for herself, and to move quietly without attracting observation through the midst of a crowd; but she had never taken any initiative, and since her marriage had been reduced to such a state of complete dependence on her husband's wishes and plans that she had not attempted the smallest step on her own impulse.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading It is astonishing how many things can be done in sudden excitement and passion which could not be possible under any other circumstances.
in truth (often tends to intensify)
From this reading Janey was by nature a shy girl and easily frightened, accustomed indeed to do many things for herself, and to move quietly without attracting observation through the midst of a crowd; but she had never taken any initiative, and since her marriage had been reduced to such a state of complete dependence on her husband's wishes and plans that she had not attempted the smallest step on her own impulse.
initiativenounUS /ˌɪˈnɪʃətɪv/
readiness to embark on bold new ventures
From this reading Janey was by nature a shy girl and easily frightened, accustomed indeed to do many things for herself, and to move quietly without attracting observation through the midst of a crowd; but she had never taken any initiative, and since her marriage had been reduced to such a state of complete dependence on her husband's wishes and plans that she had not attempted the smallest step on her own impulse.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading It is astonishing how many things can be done in sudden excitement and passion which could not be possible under any other circumstances.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading It is astonishing how many things can be done in sudden excitement and passion which could not be possible under any other circumstances.
Janey
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From this reading Janey was by nature a shy girl and easily frightened, accustomed indeed to do many things for herself, and to move quietly without attracting observation through the midst of a crowd; but she had never taken any initiative, and since her marriage had been reduced to such a state of complete dependence on her husband's wishes and plans that she had not attempted the smallest step on her own impulse.
the act of departing
From this reading She carried her few possessions back again to the railway station, leaving the small gold piece of ten francs to pay, and much overpay, her hour's shelter and entertainment at the hotel.
leisurelyadverbUS /ˈliːzərli/
in an unhurried way or at one's convenience
From this reading Nobody noticed her as she went through the bustle of the place and back to the crowded station, where a little leisurely local train was about starting--a slow train occupied by peasants and country folk, and which stopped at every station along the line.
a formation of people or things one beside another
From this reading Nobody noticed her as she went through the bustle of the place and back to the crowded station, where a little leisurely local train was about starting--a slow train occupied by peasants and country folk, and which stopped at every station along the line.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading Nobody noticed her as she went through the bustle of the place and back to the crowded station, where a little leisurely local train was about starting--a slow train occupied by peasants and country folk, and which stopped at every station along the line.
localadjectiveUS /ˈloʊkəl/
relating to or applicable to or concerned with the administration of a city or town or district rather than a larger area
From this reading Nobody noticed her as she went through the bustle of the place and back to the crowded station, where a little leisurely local train was about starting--a slow train occupied by peasants and country folk, and which stopped at every station along the line.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number
From this reading It is astonishing how many things can be done in sudden excitement and passion which could not be possible under any other circumstances.
the state of being a married couple voluntarily joined for life (or until divorce)
From this reading Janey was by nature a shy girl and easily frightened, accustomed indeed to do many things for herself, and to move quietly without attracting observation through the midst of a crowd; but she had never taken any initiative, and since her marriage had been reduced to such a state of complete dependence on her husband's wishes and plans that she had not attempted the smallest step on her own impulse.
the location of something surrounded by other things
From this reading Janey was by nature a shy girl and easily frightened, accustomed indeed to do many things for herself, and to move quietly without attracting observation through the midst of a crowd; but she had never taken any initiative, and since her marriage had been reduced to such a state of complete dependence on her husband's wishes and plans that she had not attempted the smallest step on her own impulse.
change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading Janey was by nature a shy girl and easily frightened, accustomed indeed to do many things for herself, and to move quietly without attracting observation through the midst of a crowd; but she had never taken any initiative, and since her marriage had been reduced to such a state of complete dependence on her husband's wishes and plans that she had not attempted the smallest step on her own impulse.
being excited or provoked to the expression of an emotion
From this reading Now, however, she moved about with a quiet assurance and decision which astonished herself.
to a great degree or extent
From this reading She carried her few possessions back again to the railway station, leaving the small gold piece of ten francs to pay, and much overpay, her hour's shelter and entertainment at the hotel.
the essential qualities or characteristics by which something is recognized
From this reading Janey was by nature a shy girl and easily frightened, accustomed indeed to do many things for herself, and to move quietly without attracting observation through the midst of a crowd; but she had never taken any initiative, and since her marriage had been reduced to such a state of complete dependence on her husband's wishes and plans that she had not attempted the smallest step on her own impulse.
not ever; at no time in the past or future
From this reading Janey was by nature a shy girl and easily frightened, accustomed indeed to do many things for herself, and to move quietly without attracting observation through the midst of a crowd; but she had never taken any initiative, and since her marriage had been reduced to such a state of complete dependence on her husband's wishes and plans that she had not attempted the smallest step on her own impulse.
no person; not anyone
From this reading Nobody noticed her as she went through the bustle of the place and back to the crowded station, where a little leisurely local train was about starting--a slow train occupied by peasants and country folk, and which stopped at every station along the line.
used to make a word, phrase, or sentence negative
From this reading It is astonishing how many things can be done in sudden excitement and passion which could not be possible under any other circumstances.
being perceived or observed
From this reading Nobody noticed her as she went through the bustle of the place and back to the crowded station, where a little leisurely local train was about starting--a slow train occupied by peasants and country folk, and which stopped at every station along the line.
in the historical present; at this point in the narration of a series of past events
From this reading Now, however, she moved about with a quiet assurance and decision which astonished herself.
the act of making and recording a measurement
From this reading Janey was by nature a shy girl and easily frightened, accustomed indeed to do many things for herself, and to move quietly without attracting observation through the midst of a crowd; but she had never taken any initiative, and since her marriage had been reduced to such a state of complete dependence on her husband's wishes and plans that she had not attempted the smallest step on her own impulse.
held or filled or in use
From this reading Nobody noticed her as she went through the bustle of the place and back to the crowded station, where a little leisurely local train was about starting--a slow train occupied by peasants and country folk, and which stopped at every station along the line.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Janey was by nature a shy girl and easily frightened, accustomed indeed to do many things for herself, and to move quietly without attracting observation through the midst of a crowd; but she had never taken any initiative, and since her marriage had been reduced to such a state of complete dependence on her husband's wishes and plans that she had not attempted the smallest step on her own impulse.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading Janey was by nature a shy girl and easily frightened, accustomed indeed to do many things for herself, and to move quietly without attracting observation through the midst of a crowd; but she had never taken any initiative, and since her marriage had been reduced to such a state of complete dependence on her husband's wishes and plans that she had not attempted the smallest step on her own impulse.
not the same one or ones already mentioned or implied
From this reading It is astonishing how many things can be done in sudden excitement and passion which could not be possible under any other circumstances.
overpayverbUS /ˈoʊvərpeɪ/
pay too much
From this reading She carried her few possessions back again to the railway station, leaving the small gold piece of ten francs to pay, and much overpay, her hour's shelter and entertainment at the hotel.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading Janey was by nature a shy girl and easily frightened, accustomed indeed to do many things for herself, and to move quietly without attracting observation through the midst of a crowd; but she had never taken any initiative, and since her marriage had been reduced to such a state of complete dependence on her husband's wishes and plans that she had not attempted the smallest step on her own impulse.
a strong feeling or emotion
From this reading It is astonishing how many things can be done in sudden excitement and passion which could not be possible under any other circumstances.
give money, usually in exchange for goods or services
From this reading She carried her few possessions back again to the railway station, leaving the small gold piece of ten francs to pay, and much overpay, her hour's shelter and entertainment at the hotel.
peasantsnounUS /ˈpezənts/
plural of “peasant” — a country person
From this reading Nobody noticed her as she went through the bustle of the place and back to the crowded station, where a little leisurely local train was about starting--a slow train occupied by peasants and country folk, and which stopped at every station along the line.
a separate part of a whole
From this reading She carried her few possessions back again to the railway station, leaving the small gold piece of ten francs to pay, and much overpay, her hour's shelter and entertainment at the hotel.
a point located with respect to surface features of some region
From this reading Nobody noticed her as she went through the bustle of the place and back to the crowded station, where a little leisurely local train was about starting--a slow train occupied by peasants and country folk, and which stopped at every station along the line.
plural of “plan” — a series of steps to be carried out or goals to be accomplished
From this reading Janey was by nature a shy girl and easily frightened, accustomed indeed to do many things for herself, and to move quietly without attracting observation through the midst of a crowd; but she had never taken any initiative, and since her marriage had been reduced to such a state of complete dependence on her husband's wishes and plans that she had not attempted the smallest step on her own impulse.
possessionsnounUS /pəˈzeʃənz/
plural of “possession” — the act of having and controlling property
From this reading She carried her few possessions back again to the railway station, leaving the small gold piece of ten francs to pay, and much overpay, her hour's shelter and entertainment at the hotel.
capable of happening or existing
From this reading It is astonishing how many things can be done in sudden excitement and passion which could not be possible under any other circumstances.
quietadjectiveUS /ˈkwaɪət/
characterized by an absence or near absence of agitation or activity
From this reading Now, however, she moved about with a quiet assurance and decision which astonished herself.
with low volume
From this reading Janey was by nature a shy girl and easily frightened, accustomed indeed to do many things for herself, and to move quietly without attracting observation through the midst of a crowd; but she had never taken any initiative, and since her marriage had been reduced to such a state of complete dependence on her husband's wishes and plans that she had not attempted the smallest step on her own impulse.
railwaynounUS /ˈreɪlweɪ/
line that is the commercial organization responsible for operating a system of transportation for trains that pull passengers or freight
From this reading She carried her few possessions back again to the railway station, leaving the small gold piece of ten francs to pay, and much overpay, her hour's shelter and entertainment at the hotel.
reducedadjectiveUS /rəˈduːst/
made less in size or amount or degree
From this reading Janey was by nature a shy girl and easily frightened, accustomed indeed to do many things for herself, and to move quietly without attracting observation through the midst of a crowd; but she had never taken any initiative, and since her marriage had been reduced to such a state of complete dependence on her husband's wishes and plans that she had not attempted the smallest step on her own impulse.
a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Janey was by nature a shy girl and easily frightened, accustomed indeed to do many things for herself, and to move quietly without attracting observation through the midst of a crowd; but she had never taken any initiative, and since her marriage had been reduced to such a state of complete dependence on her husband's wishes and plans that she had not attempted the smallest step on her own impulse.
a structure that provides privacy and protection from danger
From this reading She carried her few possessions back again to the railway station, leaving the small gold piece of ten francs to pay, and much overpay, her hour's shelter and entertainment at the hotel.
shyverbUS /ʃaɪ/
start suddenly, as from fright
From this reading Janey was by nature a shy girl and easily frightened, accustomed indeed to do many things for herself, and to move quietly without attracting observation through the midst of a crowd; but she had never taken any initiative, and since her marriage had been reduced to such a state of complete dependence on her husband's wishes and plans that she had not attempted the smallest step on her own impulse.
sinceprepositionUS /sɪns/
from a time in the past until now
From this reading Janey was by nature a shy girl and easily frightened, accustomed indeed to do many things for herself, and to move quietly without attracting observation through the midst of a crowd; but she had never taken any initiative, and since her marriage had been reduced to such a state of complete dependence on her husband's wishes and plans that she had not attempted the smallest step on her own impulse.
not moving quickly; taking a comparatively long time
From this reading Nobody noticed her as she went through the bustle of the place and back to the crowded station, where a little leisurely local train was about starting--a slow train occupied by peasants and country folk, and which stopped at every station along the line.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading She carried her few possessions back again to the railway station, leaving the small gold piece of ten francs to pay, and much overpay, her hour's shelter and entertainment at the hotel.
smallestadjectiveUS /ˈsmɔːləst/
superlative of “small” — limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading Janey was by nature a shy girl and easily frightened, accustomed indeed to do many things for herself, and to move quietly without attracting observation through the midst of a crowd; but she had never taken any initiative, and since her marriage had been reduced to such a state of complete dependence on her husband's wishes and plans that she had not attempted the smallest step on her own impulse.
(especially of eyes) bulging or protruding as with fear
From this reading Nobody noticed her as she went through the bustle of the place and back to the crowded station, where a little leisurely local train was about starting--a slow train occupied by peasants and country folk, and which stopped at every station along the line.
the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation
From this reading Janey was by nature a shy girl and easily frightened, accustomed indeed to do many things for herself, and to move quietly without attracting observation through the midst of a crowd; but she had never taken any initiative, and since her marriage had been reduced to such a state of complete dependence on her husband's wishes and plans that she had not attempted the smallest step on her own impulse.
a facility equipped with special equipment and personnel for a particular purpose
From this reading She carried her few possessions back again to the railway station, leaving the small gold piece of ten francs to pay, and much overpay, her hour's shelter and entertainment at the hotel.
any maneuver made as part of progress toward a goal
From this reading Janey was by nature a shy girl and easily frightened, accustomed indeed to do many things for herself, and to move quietly without attracting observation through the midst of a crowd; but she had never taken any initiative, and since her marriage had been reduced to such a state of complete dependence on her husband's wishes and plans that she had not attempted the smallest step on her own impulse.
(of a nose) blocked
From this reading Nobody noticed her as she went through the bustle of the place and back to the crowded station, where a little leisurely local train was about starting--a slow train occupied by peasants and country folk, and which stopped at every station along the line.
of the kind already mentioned
From this reading Janey was by nature a shy girl and easily frightened, accustomed indeed to do many things for herself, and to move quietly without attracting observation through the midst of a crowd; but she had never taken any initiative, and since her marriage had been reduced to such a state of complete dependence on her husband's wishes and plans that she had not attempted the smallest step on her own impulse.
happening without warning or in a short space of time
From this reading It is astonishing how many things can be done in sudden excitement and passion which could not be possible under any other circumstances.
takenadjectiveUS /ˈteɪkən/
understood in a certain way; made sense of
From this reading Janey was by nature a shy girl and easily frightened, accustomed indeed to do many things for herself, and to move quietly without attracting observation through the midst of a crowd; but she had never taken any initiative, and since her marriage had been reduced to such a state of complete dependence on her husband's wishes and plans that she had not attempted the smallest step on her own impulse.
the cardinal number that is the sum of nine and one; the base of the decimal system
From this reading She carried her few possessions back again to the railway station, leaving the small gold piece of ten francs to pay, and much overpay, her hour's shelter and entertainment at the hotel.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading Janey was by nature a shy girl and easily frightened, accustomed indeed to do many things for herself, and to move quietly without attracting observation through the midst of a crowd; but she had never taken any initiative, and since her marriage had been reduced to such a state of complete dependence on her husband's wishes and plans that she had not attempted the smallest step on her own impulse.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading Janey was by nature a shy girl and easily frightened, accustomed indeed to do many things for herself, and to move quietly without attracting observation through the midst of a crowd; but she had never taken any initiative, and since her marriage had been reduced to such a state of complete dependence on her husband's wishes and plans that she had not attempted the smallest step on her own impulse.
any movable possession (especially articles of clothing)
From this reading It is astonishing how many things can be done in sudden excitement and passion which could not be possible under any other circumstances.
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading Janey was by nature a shy girl and easily frightened, accustomed indeed to do many things for herself, and to move quietly without attracting observation through the midst of a crowd; but she had never taken any initiative, and since her marriage had been reduced to such a state of complete dependence on her husband's wishes and plans that she had not attempted the smallest step on her own impulse.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Janey was by nature a shy girl and easily frightened, accustomed indeed to do many things for herself, and to move quietly without attracting observation through the midst of a crowd; but she had never taken any initiative, and since her marriage had been reduced to such a state of complete dependence on her husband's wishes and plans that she had not attempted the smallest step on her own impulse.
create by training and teaching
From this reading Nobody noticed her as she went through the bustle of the place and back to the crowded station, where a little leisurely local train was about starting--a slow train occupied by peasants and country folk, and which stopped at every station along the line.
underprepositionUS /ˈʌndər/
below or beneath something; less than
From this reading It is astonishing how many things can be done in sudden excitement and passion which could not be possible under any other circumstances.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Janey was by nature a shy girl and easily frightened, accustomed indeed to do many things for herself, and to move quietly without attracting observation through the midst of a crowd; but she had never taken any initiative, and since her marriage had been reduced to such a state of complete dependence on her husband's wishes and plans that she had not attempted the smallest step on her own impulse.
inflected form of “go” — change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading Nobody noticed her as she went through the bustle of the place and back to the crowded station, where a little leisurely local train was about starting--a slow train occupied by peasants and country folk, and which stopped at every station along the line.
in or at the place that
From this reading Nobody noticed her as she went through the bustle of the place and back to the crowded station, where a little leisurely local train was about starting--a slow train occupied by peasants and country folk, and which stopped at every station along the line.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading It is astonishing how many things can be done in sudden excitement and passion which could not be possible under any other circumstances.
plural of “wish” — a specific feeling of desire
From this reading Janey was by nature a shy girl and easily frightened, accustomed indeed to do many things for herself, and to move quietly without attracting observation through the midst of a crowd; but she had never taken any initiative, and since her marriage had been reduced to such a state of complete dependence on her husband's wishes and plans that she had not attempted the smallest step on her own impulse.
in the company of; together with
From this reading Now, however, she moved about with a quiet assurance and decision which astonished herself.
not having, not using, or not accompanied by
From this reading Janey was by nature a shy girl and easily frightened, accustomed indeed to do many things for herself, and to move quietly without attracting observation through the midst of a crowd; but she had never taken any initiative, and since her marriage had been reduced to such a state of complete dependence on her husband's wishes and plans that she had not attempted the smallest step on her own impulse.
